Upper Mustang and Saribung Trek
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Tintin and Sherpa Adventure Trekking Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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One of Nepal's most difficult and challenging treks, the Saribung Pass Trek crosses the snowy Saribung Pass to connect Upper Mustang's restricted areas with the picturesque Nar Phu Valley. (6042m). Being one of the highest mountain passes in Nepal, Saribung provides a breathtaking perspective of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs as well as an up-close look at various Himalayan ranges in the Mustang region. In addition to the breathtaking view from the summit of the challenging peak, the Saribung Peak Trek is filled with the captivating landscape and distinctive culture of the far westernmost regions of Nepal. This long trek starts from a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and to Jomsom. The real trek begins after you reach Jomsom and walk along Kali Gandaki Valley. On the way, you pass many astonishing places like Kagbeni, Chele, Ghiling, Lo Manthang, etc. Following its exploration of Upper Mustang, the trail continues on to Nar Phu Valley over the 6042-meter-high Saribung Pass, which is nearly always frozen due to its location at the foot of Saribung Peak(6328m). This walk is made even more exciting by the numerous spectacular passes with ice and cracks that the trail crosses through on the way to Saribung Peak (6328m).
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu — Upon your arrival, you will be picked from the airport and will be taken to the hotel. You will meet your guide, discuss the trek program, and make final preparations for the trek by acquiring all restricted area permits. If time permits, we will take you for a sightseeing trip in the UNESCO world heritage site in Kathmandu and later, in the evening, you’ll have dinner in the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
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Day 2Flight to Pokhara and then to Jomsom(2,700m/ 8,856ft) and trek to Kagbeni (2,847m/ 9,340ft) — Pokhara - Jomsom - Eklebhatti - Kagbeni
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Day 3Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3,050m/ 10,006ft) — Kagbeni - Chele
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Day 4Trek from Chele to Syangbochen (3,475m/ 11,398ft) via Rachung Cave — Chele - Syangbochen
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Day 5Trek from Syangbochen to Dhakmar (3820m/12,532.81), 5-6 hours — Syangbochen - Dhakmar
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Day 6Trek from Dhakmar to Lo-Manthang (3810m/12,500ft) via Ghar Gompa, 6-7 hours — Dhakmar - Lo-Manthang
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Day 7Exploration Day to Chhosar village and caves 6-7 hours — Today, you explore the palaces, fortress, and monasteries of Lo-Manthang. You also hike to the cultural haven of Chhosar village. In Chhosar, you will visit sacred Buddhist monastery called Niphu Monastery as well as Jhong Cave which is five stories high with 40 rooms decorated with Tibetan scripts and Buddhist murals. After the exploration of Chhosar, we hike back to Lo-Manthang for the overnight stay.
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Day 8Trek from Lo-Manthang to Yara (3900m/12795.2ft), 6-7 hours — Lo Manthang - Yara
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Day 9Trek from Yara to Luri Cave Monastery (4005m/13,139.76ft) 4-5 hours — Yara - Luri Cave
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Day 10Trek from Luri Gompa from Ghuma Thanti (4600m/15,091.86ft) — Luri Gompa - Ghuma Thanti
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Day 11Trek from Ghuma Thanti to Namta Khola (4890m/16,043.31ft) — Ghuma Thanti - Namta Khola
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Day 12Trek from Namta Khola to Saribung Base Camp (4950m/16,240.16ft) — Namta Khola - Saribung Base Camp
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Day 13Acclimatization day — Now, it is an exhilarating day for you where you scale Saribung Peak (6328m) by climbing up to top of Saribung on the glacial moraine. Once you reach the top, you can get a fine view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges along with Damodar Himal and Chhib Himal ranges. After spending some time at the top, you come back to the base camp and stay overnight.
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Day 14Trek from Base Camp to Nagoru 4400m via Saribung Pass 5600m, — Saribung Base Camp - Nagoru
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Day 15Trek from Nagoru to Phu Gaon 4080m/5-6 hours, — Nagoru - Phu Gaon
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Day 16Trek from Phu Gaon to Meta 3560m/5-6 hours, — Phu Gaon - Meta
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Day 17Trek from Meta to Koto 2600m — Meta - Koto
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Day 18Trek from Koto to Dharapani (1860m/ — Koto - Dharapani
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Day 19Drive from Dharapani to Kathmandu — Dharapani - Kathmandu
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Day 20Final Departure from Kathmandu — Our office representative will drop you at the airport a few hours before the flight time. We hope to see you again.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Two nights Standard Accommodation in Kathmandu (Twin Sharing)
- Welcome and Farewell dinner with a bottle of beer or fresh juice
- Airport transfers before and after trek in private vehicle
- Transportations or Flights to Trekking point and point of return
- A duffle bag and map
- Experienced Guide and Porter (1 per 2 trekkers), Helpers, Cook, Sherpa and Assistant Guide as required
- All the wages, expenses and insurance of Nepalese Crew Members
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, with seasonal fruits and hot drinks (tea and coffee)
- Tea house stay on Twin Sharing basis
- Necessary National Park/Conservation Area Permit and Special permit for restricted area if required
- First Aid Medical Kit (to check with AMS)
- All applicable fees, local and government taxes
Not included
- Nepal Visa Fee and International Airfare
- Entrance Fee during sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Other Trekking Expenses
- Personal Trekking Gears and Equipment
- Any Kinds of Health or Travel Insurance(Mandatory)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu/Pokhara due any reason like early arrival or late departure than scheduled itinerary (also in case of early arrival from trekking)
- Cost arises due to obstruction and delays in the program itinerary due to weather or any social or political problems
- Tips to Guide and porters (Expected)
- Any other personal expenses or activities besides “Service Provided”
Essential trip information
Fitness & eligibility
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Meeting point
Kathmandu
What to bring
- ESSENTIAL GEARS
- Trekking Backpack 55-60 liters
- Two comfortable walking pants or Trousers
- Rain proof Layer or a Goretex layer to wear outside of down jacket or fleece
- Thermal wear/Base Layers two sets, Preferably Merino or smart wool
- 5 sports underpants and 6 pair socks
- A pair of Winter Gloves and light fleece gloves
- Gore Tex Hiking Shoes and one light pair trekking shoes (HOKA/ALTRA/LA SPORTIVA)
- Trekking Poles
- Cat 3 or 4 Sunglasses that protects from UV rays and Cap and Warm HAT (Topi)
- One Down Jacket
- One Fleece Jacket or Mid Layer
- Full sleeve dry fit t shirts 2
- 1 litre Nalgene water bottle (also to keep us warm at night)
- MEDICINES
- Sunscreen 1 tube + Lip Balm 1 small tube
- Diamox (Acetazolamide) 125 mg 24 tabs
- Advil/Tylenols/Nyquils
- Enough pack of Electrolytes
- Pepto Bismol or other Ant Diarrhoeal Medicine
- Vitamin C tablets and Vitamin B 12 enough for two weeks
- SNACKS
- A pack of Jolly Ranchers and Trail Mix
- Cliff Bars or Protein BAR
- Beef and Turkey Jerky, Salamis, Cheese Sticks etc
- HYGIENE PACKS
- Trekking Towel
- Travel size body wash and shampoo (hotel type)
- Toothbrush and Paste
- Small pack of refreshing face wipe (We will get toilet paper in Nepal)
- Deodrant Stick (not spray) small sick
- Small clothe wash tube to wash socks and underpants
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