At a Glance
26 Days
Trekking, Sightseeing, Himalayan views, culture
March, April, May Sep, Oct, Nov
Moderate
1-18 Pax
Private vehicle, Tourist bus or flight
Lodge to Lodge Trek
Description
Highlight of the Upper Mustang, Teri La Pass and Nar Phu Valley Trekking
- Exploring marvelous views of the stunning Himalayas like Dhaulagiri (8167m\26795ft.), Nilgiri (2637m\8652ft.), Tilicho peak (7134m\23405ft.), Annapurna (8091m\26545ft.), Himlung (7126m\23379ft.), Manaslu (8163m\26781ft.), Pisang peak (6092m\19981ft.), Lamjung Himal (6983m\22910ft.)
- Great views of the amazing landscape, monasteries. Experience of Tibetan lifestyle and culture and walk in the Nepal and Tibet border.
- Visit Lo-Mantang hidden kingdom. Explore ancient Buddhist monastery, Nar Phu Valley, visit Jomsom and Muktinath temple.
- Amazing view of one of the deepest George called Kaligandaki George
Trip Summary
Upper Mustang, Teri La Pass and Nar Phu Valley Trekking along with its amazing floras and faunas including wildlife like the wildcat, leopards, jackal, wild yaks. View of Kaligandaki George beautiful rhododendron, pine, and bamboo forest. The region is highly influenced by Tibetan culture so here you can get a great chance to closely explore the culture, traditions, customs, rituals, and lifestyle of the Tibetan people.
Enjoy sightseeing tour in Kathmandu around World Heritage with trekking in the Himalayas. Nar Phu valley to upper Mustang trekking needed 3 different trekking permits. Nar Phu valley and upper Mustang restriction permit issued by the immigration of Nepal Government and Annapurna conservation permit from an ACAP. Upper Mustang, Teri La Pass, and Nar Phu Valley Trekking provide you with an unexpected moment of your life.
However, you can also do Upper Mustang trek if you have a shorter holiday. We trek along the eastern, winter route from Lo Mantnag and explore the newly-discovered, Buddhist caves in the sky. Visiting the remote villages of Dhi, Ghara, Yara and Tange and the renowned Luri and Tashi Kabum cave Gompas. Nar Phu and Upper Mustang trek both area was recently opened to foreigners, and have been restricted area to preserve the unique Himalayan Culture and Tradition. So we will see fewer trekkers than many of Nepal’s trekking regions. The inhabitants are ethnically Tibetan, traders of old, and have lived an isolated existence for centuries. Phu is an intriguing fortified village perched on a hill at the intersection of many glacial valleys and surrounded by high Himalayan peaks. Nar is an attractive busy village of slightly more ‘Bhotias’, or Nepali Tibetans. So, Sunrise Adventure trek will make your trip memorable from your arrival to departure.
Both restricted trekking areas are impressively beautiful. Nar Phu valley to Lo Mangthang there are two choices able trekking pass, Teri la and Saribung pass if you go to Upper Mustang via Saribung pass, you have chances to see Damodar Kunda, which is holy lakes of the Hindu pilgrims. To explore the Saligram, Damodar Kunda is the famous spot in Nepal. For this trekking, there is camping and tea house. Because of the recent Jeep road of the upper Mustang, Narphu valley to Lo - Mangthang trekking become popular day by day. Narphu valley to an upper mustang is the off the beaten path trail, where you see the magnificent nature and some days far from the human settlement.
Itinerary
Inclusions
- All airport pick up and Drop by private car/van.
- 2 /3 star level hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with bed and breakfast basis..
- Your tea house accommodation and all trekking meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking.
- All necessary paper works and conservation entry permits.
- Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour with cultural English speaking tour guide
- Kathmandu - Jagat bus transportation.
- Kagbeni to Jomsom by Jeep drive
- Tea, coffee, cookies and seasonal fruits during the trekking.
- ACAP Permit, TIMS card and Airport taxes of domestic flights.
- Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit worth of US$ 500.00 per person for 10 days.
- Nar Phu Valley Restricted Area Permit (Sept to Nov per week/person US$ 90 and Dec to Aug per
- week/person US$ 75, Or equivalent convertible foreign currency.)
- Jomsom to Pokhara flight ticket and Pokhara to Kathmandu Deluxe tourist bus ticket
- Nar Phu and Upper Mustang both Restricted area especial trekking permit fee, Annapurna Conservation
- area fee, and applicable permits & taxes.
- Trekking equipment sleeping bag, down jacket, T- short and trip achievement certificates etc
- An experienced Government licensed holder guide and porter
- Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available for all members).
- Fare well dinner with typical Nepali cultural show
- All government taxes and service charge.
Exclusions
- International air ticket and Nepal visa fee.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Personal clothing expenses, laundry, shower etc & other equipment
- Travel insurance and helicopter evacuation
- Any kinds of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, phone call, internet, etc.
- Tips for (Guide and porter)
Frequently Asked Question
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Trekking Group Size
We organize trekking to Tsu Valley in Manaslu region for any number of people. If the group consists of more than 16 pax, we will split the group and arrange accordingly. We will assign one trek leader, one assistant leader for the group of four pax and porters (one porter between two members ) to carry members luggage. This arrangement ensures that the group can still go ahead as scheduled itinerary despite any member gets sick on the way in the trekking. -
Experience and Health Requirements
Tsum Valley trekking is considered a moderate trek suitable for those who can hike for 5 – 7 hours a day. Obviously hiking in the high altitude will not be so easy rather physically more demanding, however our itinerary is scheduled for the proper acclimatization while gradually gaining the altitude in the trekking. It will be advisable to have some walking and hiking or other outdoor activities for more than two weeks which will contribute to comfortable accomplishment in reaching Tsum valley. No technical skills or use of crampons are required for this trekking. It is highly recommended for the trekkers to consult with the doctors before coming for this trekking. Trekkers who have asthma, allergy or any other diseases related to hurt, lungs should take more precaution for this trekking. -
Travel Insurance
Trekkers need to have traveling insurance which covers the comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and medical treatment costs). Insurance companies in Nepal do not provide travelling insurance for the foreigners and the trekkers need to get the travelling insurance from one of the international insurance companies. Sunrise Adventure Trek will have accident insurance for the trekking staff. -
Accommodations
Accommodation in Kathmandu will be arranged on twin sharing basis on BB plan except the extra cost for the single supplement (depending on the room availability ) according to the choice of the standard of the hotels before and after the trekking. Accommodation during the trekking will be arranged at standard teahouses/ lodges with unheated rooms with wooden beds and foam mattresses on twin sharing basis. The trekkers will have to share washing and toilet facilities. If the trekker is a solo traveler, he/she will have to share a room with the trekker of same sex -
Meals
Trekkers are provided three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during Tsum valley trekking. They can enjoy wide variety of food from typical Nepali food, Tibetan food to all types of international cuisine (Continental, Italian, and Indian.). Unlike other trekking companies, Sunrise AdventureTrek allows trekkers to choose the food from the menu at the hotel / lodges in the trek. When the group is too big for the hotels/ lodges to provide individual dishes, set menu will be arranged in most places. We use the lodges / hotels which serve hygienic, nutritious and good food for the trekkers for them to get enough energy for the hiking. -
Acclimatization
Any trekker can get altitude sickness while trekking in the high altitude despite strong physically fitness. What is important is giving enough time for the proper acclimatization for the trekking. Sunrise Adventure Trek has planned the itinerary with gradual altitude gain giving enough time for acclimatization for the trekkers. Hiking slowly specially in the high altitude help prevent AMS ( Acute Mountain Sickness ). If anyone feels dizzy, suffer palpitation or severe headaches and loss of appetite, he / she will be moved to the lower altitude immediately or arrange the helicopter rescue in the severe case of AMS and the client has to pay for it. -
Equipment and Packing List
A variety of clothing is necessary for the Tsum Valley trek. While choosing the equipment trekkers need give emphasis on two simple aspects: Lightweight and Functional. The items should be lightweight, dependable, and adaptable to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The quality of the trekking equipment you choose has a lot to do with how warm, dry, and safe you will remain. For this reason you have to be critical of quality and the proper fit of clothing. -
Clothing
- T – shirts - Hiking shorts - Undergarments - Full sleeves shirts - Long light weight cotton pants - Fleece or wool pants (seasonal) - Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants. - Insulated pants / nylon windbreaker - Light and expedition weight thermal tops. - Fleece jacket or pullover - Waterproof shell jacket - Down jacket - Light warm fleece hat / woolen hat - Sun hat - Lightweight gloves. - Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal). Foot Wear - Hiking boots - Light and comfortable camp shoes - Thin, lightweight inner socks. - Thick, warm wool hiking socks Accessories - Down Sleeping bag - Trekking bag / Duffle bag ( to carry for the porter ) - Day pack ( to carry with the trekkers to put the things required during the day time ) - Large plastic bags ( to keep items dry inside the trekking bag ) - Water bottle - Head lamp with spare bulb and batteries - Trekking poles - Personal medicine box - Sunglasses with UV protection. - Books, dairy, pen, walkman and any other game instruments Toiletries and Personal Hygiene - Quick drying small towel - Toothbrush / paste - Soap - Face and body moisturizer - Sun block for lips - Tissues / toilet rolls - Wet wipes - Feminine hygiene products - Anti bacterial hands wash -
Trek Leader(s) and Staff
All our trek leaders are well experienced who have led trekking in Manaslu region for more than eight years. Their in-depth knowledge about culture, custom, the geological surroundings as well as their professionalism, sincerity, and their hospitality make your dream of successful trek a enjoyable, memorable event in your life. Although our trek leaders are not highly educated, they are well experienced, professionally trained and posses good leadership skills to operate the trip smoothly. Their smiling faces, loving and caring attitude will make your even a hard walking day a pleasant one. All trekking staff of Sunrise Adventure Trek are locally employed and have the adequate knowledge about culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, history and the safety measures in running the trips. Their attitude and the efforts will be always concentrated on the less impact of the trekkers to the local culture, custom, nature and the eco system. -
Porter Care
We are strongly committed to the porters rights. We make sure that they are well paid and have the proper clothing, foot ware and shelter. We are aware that no porter should be asked to carry a load that is too heavy for their physical abilities and the weight limit should be adjusted for altitude, weather and trail condition. We request our members not to have more than 15 kg weight of luggage to give to the porters. Porters who become sick while in the trekking are treated with high priority just like the other trekking staff or the members. If needed helicopter is sent and rescued in case of sever condition of sickness or accident. All porters are insured for sickness and accident. -
Season
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Manaslu region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
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