Nar to Mustang Trek

  • Package price

    USD 3250

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1099

  • No of days

    22

  • Group Size

    Minimum 2 People

  • Challenge level

    Moderate

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Free pickup & drop.

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel and Lodge

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    -

  • BEST SEASON

    Mar-May | Sep-Nov

  • START POINT

    Kathmandu

  • END POINT

    Kathmandu

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 79 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4 to 5 hours walk every day

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Highlights of 22 Days Nar to Mustang Trek

  • Experience the beauty of the landscape in the Damodar Himal and the Kingdom, Buddhist Caves in the Sky in Upper Mustang
  • View the several ancient monasteries, chortens, mani walls, and gompas on the route to Upper Mustang.
  • Pass the popular Trei La pass which connects Manang with Upper Mustang.
  • Navigate the least explored trails of Nar and Phu valley in the Manag region.
  • Spectacular views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and Manaslu ranges.
  • Observe Buddhist culture and local lifestyle of the Himalayas

Trip Overview

Nar Phu to Mustang Trek takes you to the remote region in west. This is an adventurous trek taking you from Nar village to the semi-independent Kingdom of Upper Mustang near the Tibet border

This 22 days trek which offers a spectacular trekking into the remote Trans-Himalayan mountain area with Tibetan influence culture. The trek illustrates perfectly the beauty of the landscape in the Damodar Himal and the Kingdom of Mustang and it provides an inspiring insight into the ambiance of a typical exploration trek through these remote areas.

This fantastic trekking destination is located on the border of Tibet and with its ancient villages, age-old castles, antique palaces and Tibetan monasteries it offers the visitors a comprehensive insight into the centuries old Tibetan-Buddhist culture. The visit of Mustang is followed by a pioneer trekking over the so far seldom crossed Teri La pass (5’577m) to the hidden valleys of Tangey of the Mustang region, a new trekking on our trek through the diversified landscapes of Mustang and Nar Phu we have a chance to get in touch with the hospitable inhabitants of this Tibet like region in Nepal. Due to the severe visitor restrictions Nar Phu and Mustang remain still little frequented trekking areas with people that have so far been able to maintain their traditional way of life.


DETAILED Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Arrival in Kathmandu (1340m)

    You  will be greeted by a representative of Makalu  Adventure who will transfer you to the hotel and do the necessary check ins. He  will also inform you of the next day program along with timings.

  • Day 2
    Kathmandu World Heritage sightseeing.

    Kathmandu sightseeing Program. You  will be escorted by a city guide to the following places : Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Hindu temple, Boudhanath Buddhist temple. Hindu and Buddhist culture temple sightseeing. In the evening there will be a briefing about the trek. It also  gives an opportunity for you to ask any questions regarding the Trek or any other questions you would like ask.

  • Day 3
    Drive to Koto (2600m)

    As  we have a long drive ahead we start early. We drive along the highway following  the Trishuli river. Crossing the bridge we follow the Marshyangdi river to  Besisahar. After lunch we continue our drive to Koto.

  • Day 4
    Trek to Meta 3560m

     Just  past the Koto check post, we cross the river on a long suspension bridge  leading to the Nar Phu valley and ascend on a lovely trail through beautiful  woods above the Phu Khola (river).The trail ascends through the forest to reach  Kharka. This is the kharka of Meta, 3560m, the non-permanent winter settlement  of Nar, and we will definitely share the campsite with a few yaks and possibly  some villagers.

  • Day 5
    Trek to Phu 4050m

    Phu Village

    The trail descends steeply to the river, we trek for a while along the river bank and past the 'submarine' rock. Today we begin to see the unique, ochre and white shortens made of sticks, stone and mud-brick for which Nar and Phu are known. We have to rock-hop carefully across a small glacial stream before reaching a larger one with a bridge only half covered with large slabs of slate. Another hour and a half of trekking through scenic canyon lands and gorges, and the 'leaning tower of Pisa' monolith guards the steep trail up to the Phu gate, called Pupigyal Kwe. This ancient gate provides us with our first view of the three villages of Phu, as well as an old 'dzong' and the remains of two forts, all now in ruins, but impressively situated atop the flatland before Phu. We will set up camp on the lower reaches of Phu, formerly called Gomdzong.

  • Day 6
    Trek to Gompa 3500m

    The trail descends  to the old bridge spanning a deep, contoured  and narrow gorge and then all the way back up again. We get the stunning views  of the scenery. Below us sit Gyalbu Kumbum, built in 1650, and Satte gompa, and  TameLoppchen monastries, & the view of north part Pisang Peak which is so  beautiful. We stay overnight there.

  • Day 7
    Trek to Naar Village.(4110m)

    Nar Village

    The trail ascends to the Nar gates at the top of the hill. We get a panoramic view of Pisang Peak and Kangaru Himal (6538m). We arrive early, so will have some lunch in the sun before doing some exploring.

  • Day 8
    At Naar

    Explore day at Naar and surroundings area. Visit Monasteries and  village.

  • Day 9
    Trek to Dharmasala(4200m)

    From  Naar Village we follow Lapse Khola then cross the river and continue walk up to  Chubse kharka (4400m Lunch Place) and walk straight for an hour then walk down  to the river side at our camp .

  • Day 10
    Trek to Lapsekhola camp (4500m)

    The  trail continues to Labse khola  passing a  number of side valleys. We set up our camp near the River.

  • Day 11
    Trek to High camp (4900m)

    Ascending  to the High camp following the Labse Khola valley. Camp at high camp.

  • Day 12
    Cross the Teri La (5595m) and decend to Pasphu Khola camp (4900m)

    Teri La Pass

    Today is the most important ascend day on Teri la Pass. We start early up morning with balancing our body, summit the Teri La at 5595m from where you can get excellent views of the Annapurnas & Chulu mountains & Teri La Peak, Purtun Himal region. Then descend to our camp at Pasphu Khola river.

  • Day 13
    Trek to Yak pa (4300m)

    The  trail continues through several ups and downs, then slowly descends to Yakpa  Khola river where 2 river meets.

    Over night .6 hours walking.

  • Day 14
    Trek to Tangge (3300m)

    We  cross the several high ridges then we descend into Mustang's patchwork of  villages below us, and finally spot the magical, whitewashed village of Tangge.  Tangge is a village of twenty houses, many sheep, goats and large mastiffs and  the largest chorten in Mustang, over 50 feet high.

  • Day 15
    Trek to Yara village(3600m)

    Yara Village

    From Tanggethe trail heads northeast, we climb briefly out of the village and continue on an undulating trail through a fantastic landscape. We cross the plateau on a little-used trail, following it through more fantastic landscapes, and eventually spot the lovely, green village of Yara below, across the Puyung Khola. We descend to the rocky river bottom, cross the river and head for the village. We camp in Yara.

  • Day 16
    Trek Lo Monthang (3820m)

    Lo-Mangthang

    Heading to the capital of Mustang, A tough crossing of the Charang Khola and soon after we reach the impressive Sungda Chorten where we may rest. Our adventures continue as we trek through a magical world of salt drips, narrow canyons, pebbly flood plains and soaring cliffs. It's ten minutes downstream to the first sumdo or river junction, where we take a sharp left into the narrow canyon of the Chuchu Gompa Khola. =The right fork heads to the 14th-15th century Chos Sung Gompa,. The nomads to the north hold the key to the main Gompa. We have reached the fabled walled city of Lo, with a single entrance through which only the King, Queen and Kempo (Abbot) are allowed to ride. All others must walk, to pay their respects to Chenrizig, the Buddha of Compassion. King Jigme Palbar Bista, called 'Lo Gyelbu' by the Mustangis, still resides at his four-storied palace inside the city walls; that is, when he’s not in Kathmandu. He is an avid horseman, and keeps his own stable of horses, some of the best in Mustang. These days, the king plays a somewhat ceremonial role although he is well loved and respected throughout Mustang.

  • Day 17
    Explore Lo Monthang

    There  are four major temples within the medieval walls of Lo, the 14th century,  brick-red Jampa    Lhakhang  (the oldest gompa, built in 1387, with the striking 50 foot 'Jampa' (Future)  Buddha, the largest clay statue inNepal until a few years ago), 15th century  Thubchen Gompa (Great Assembly hall, pillars 30 feet high, the second oldest  Gompa with fantastic murals in the Dukhang), Chhoede Gompa (where the Kempo  lives, with a monastic school) and Choprang Gompa.

  • Day 18
    Drive from Lo Mantang to Jomsom( 6 hrs).

    Drive through the beautiful villages ofLo Gekar, or Ghar Gompa. We drive east out of  Tsarang above the TsaranKhola, with Marang village above us to the right above  the river. Staying on the left banks of the river, we'll see the imposing  chortens of the Lo Gekar after a few hours. Lo Gown the Dhakmar Valley are  breath-taking. Continue driving through the villages  of Ghiling and Samar to Chhusang o Kagbeni then to Jomsom

  • Day 19
    Fly Jomsom to Pokhara

    Up  early for our short and spectacular mountain flight from Jomsom to Pokhara,  flying between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South before landing in balmy Pokhara. We have the afternoon to wander the of Phewa Lake, in the evening, an atmospheric restaurant just near the hotel.

  • Day 20
    Drive or Fly to Kathmandu.
  • Day 21
    Rest day shopping.
  • Day 22
    Final Departure

    Final Departure from Nepal towards your further destination


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ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".
"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".
"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 25 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

EXCELLENT : (5 / 5.0 ) 4

100% recommend this Package.
Score Breakdown
  • Sean James
    United Kingdom

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    I've known and worked with Mohan and Makalu Adventure for nearly 15 years. In that time I've led many treks and high altitude expeditions to Nepal (15 expeditions over 8000m and counting). His company provides an excellent service and a welcome that I look forward to every season. The Thamel Eco Resort is a center of tranquility in Kathmandu and the perfect place to start and finish the Himalayan Adventure. The staffs are now like family and I hope to return for many years with the guarantee of safety and security that he offers in the mountains.
  • Roy Francis
    France

    I have been working as my country-agent for Makalu Adventure since last 20 years and recommend them most highly.

    “I have used Makalu Adventure as my in-county agent for the last twenty years and recommend them most highly. The staff are knowledgeable, well trained and go that extra mile to make sure all is well. These are just some of the trips I have done with Makalu Adventure: Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek - Phapulu to Everest Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake Trek Annapurna - Circuit of Dhaulagiri - Circuit of Manaslu - Rolwaling to Everest - Humla to Mt. Kailash - Everest ABC Tibet - Makalu Base Camp - Makalu Sherpani Col Pass Trek - Kangchenjunga Base Camp - Langtang Valley - Parchamo Peak - Dolpo - Mera Peak.
  • Mauris Main
    Georgia

    One of the best Destination ever travelled

    Thanks to Mohan Lamsal and Makalu Adventures Team for organizing best tour for me. My family had a great time enjoying the beautiful views of Himalayas, barren lands and wounderful nature.

    I always recommend Makalu Adventures.
  • Maria
    France

    Thanks to Makalu Adventures for organizing Best Trek

    We had a better time awesome moment spent at Western part of Nepal. Mohan Lamsal and his teams are very helpful and their guidance.

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