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Saribung Peak Mustang Climbing is quite new, challenging, physically demanding and already very popular trekking and Expedition Mountain in Nepal; trek with beaten trail and challenging pass. Saribung Peak located to the north of Mustang province of Damodar Himal, the last boundary near to the outermost edge of Tibet.
The trek starts from one place to another with great sceneries and geographical variations. The tracks are crafty, ancient customs intermix in a very exclusive analysis of lands erased by time, cutting high into mountainsides and pass suburbs that have altered little by the centuries. Hence trekkers can experience the exotic and pleasant views of variety in this region.
The Saribung peak Mustang route and pass is technically tricky because of lack of acclimatization, ensure planning and losing the small walking track along the route especially between Luri Gompa to Nar Phu Valley.
Spring and Autumn are the best seasons for Upper Mustang and Saribung climb. The weather conditions are mild during this time and it makes the trek a lot easier. During this period of time, you may get the best view of the surrounding and easy path to hike. The path may be filled with greenery and blooming flowers.
This trekking is suitable for an experienced walker looking for something a little more challenging and energetic. It does require previous trekking or basic mountaineering experience and also it is not essential that you must be youthful and energetic to do this trekking.
If you are active and can hike 5-7 hours per day then you can comfortably do this trekking. However, jogging daily or walking workout is beneficial prior to your trek. The program always involves rest days and build up eventually, in order to adapt to the apex. On the trek, one can go at your own measure, with numbers of stops for rest.
You will be met at the airport by our Him Ganga Treks representative and transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Rest at the hotel and briefing about the trip. There should be time to explore the city’s many charms on your own too. Overnight (O/N) in Kathmandu (breakfast included).
You will take a flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu. The flight will be short and offer you beautiful views of gorgeous landscapes. After reaching Pokhara, you will be taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the nearby area and rest. You can take the leisurely stroll around the lakeside and also enjoy the boat ride on Phewa Lake. Overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Pokhara.
You will wake up early in the morning and take a flight to Jomsom. Due to the unpredictable weather of this region flight delays and cancellations might also occur. In such situations, we provide alternatives albeit the payments for the alternative will have to be paid by you. After reaching Jomsom, you will begin trekking towards Kagbeni. You will trek along the bank of Kaligandaki River and reach Lubra. You will visit Bon-Po monastery here and trek towards Ekle Bhatti. Further ahead, the trail will take you to Kagbeni. Overnight stay at a camp at Kagbeni.
You will register your Restricted Area Permit in check post and continue trekking along the bank of Kaligandaki River. You will ascend and descend a few times and reach Chhusang Village. You will get to see Mani walls and Chortens on the way. You will then cross a bridge over Kaligandaki River, and you will see 16 caves above a tunnel. You will ascend steeply and reach Chele. You will get to see beautiful views of Nilgiri Himal (7,061 m) from here. Overnight stay at a camp at Chele.
You will ascend and reach a plateau. You will keep climbing on a slope and steep cliff. You will then descend to Samar Village where you will take a small break. Further, you will ascend and descend several times to reach Chungsi cave monastery. You will continue trekking on the narrow trail and ascend and descend to reach Ghiling. Overnight stay at a camp at Ghiling.
You will begin trekking by ascending towards Jhaite Village. You will see gorgeous views from Nyi La Pass 4,010 m. You will cross the pass and enter in the Mustang region. From here, you will keep descending to reach the pass and again descend on the steep path to reach Ghami Village. You will cross a small river and descend gradually towards Tsarang Village. You will see a big Chorten at the entrance of the village, and later in the evening, you will visit an old palace and Tsarang Gompa. Overnight stay at a camp at Tsarang.
You will begin the day with an uphill trek. You will get to explore the Lo-Gyakar-Ghar Gompa. Further, you will trek along the side of a river and reach Marang village. You will cross a small river and ascend towards Chogo-La pass at 4,280 m, which is the highest point in this region. From here, you will descend to reach Lo-Manthang, an ancient village of Mustang. Overnight stay at a camp at Lo-Manthang.
Acclimatization is an integral part of any trip that goes above 3000m. Today, you will spend the day adjusting your body to the unfamiliar atmosphere. You can spend the day hiking around the village. Also, there are numerous places in the village where you can get insights into the culture and history of the region. The region used to be a kingdom and the palace from those times still stands gloriously along with many monasteries which can be visited. Overnight stay at a camp at Lo-Manthang.
You will ascend gradually until you reach Dhi-La pass (3950m). From here, you can see the overall view of Lo-Manthang. Further, the trail will take you to Dhi Village, and you will descend down to a small river. You will ascend steeply towards Yara Village. Upon reaching Yara, you will get to witness several caves on the stone walls. Overnight stay at a camp at Yara.
Today’s trek will be short towards Luri Gompa. You will trek through the river route to the Luri Cave Monastery. You will see two monasteries here. The first is located below the Luri Cave Monastery and from here, you will take a short steep climb to reach the Luri Cave Monastery. These monasteries were built in the 15th century. You will see ancient Chorten, images, and statues of deities, and also a religious text. Overnight stay at a hotel at Luri Gompa.
The trek will follow a trail that ascends gradually to reach Ghumna Thanti. Enjoying the beautiful landscapes, we will trek towards our destination for the day. Upon reaching Ghuma Thanti, you will explore the area. You can get great views of the surrounding regions and the beautiful Kyumupani River further add to the magnificence of the region. Overnight stay at a camp at Ghumna Thanti.
You will begin trekking after having breakfast. You will ascend and descend and cross another pass at 5,600 meters. You will reach Damodar Kunda and have a small break here to have lunch. You will then pass through the lake and reach Namta Khola. The journey can be a bit exhausting, however, the serenity of the region takes all the toil away. Overnight stay at a camp at Namta Khola.
You will trek on the Tibetan Plateau today. You will ascend towards the high altitude and reach Base Camp. Due to the isolated region, you will pack your lunch with you. The trek to the Base Camp is filled with rather a difficult path and it is advised to take utmost caution during the journey. Overnight stay at Base Camp.
This is your another rest day to get acclimatized with the increasing altitude. You will go on the small hike to the hills and explore the surroundings. The region around the base camp offers great views of the mountain ranges in the Annapurna region. Following the exploration day, you will return to the Base Camp and prepare for the climb. Overnight stay at Base Camp.
After having breakfast in the beautiful surrounding, you will begin trekking towards Camp I. The trail will be strenuous due to the rocks and snow. You will ascend slowly towards the Camp I. Mid-way through the trek, you take a break to rest and have lunch. Upon reaching the Camp I, you can relax amid the beautiful mountains. Overnight stay at Camp I.
The climb will begin early in the morning around 1 am. The winds in the mountains get stronger by the day so the trek usually begins as early as possible. The trek begins with the ascent on rocky terrain and steep slopes. Following a rigorous walk, you will reach the summit of the Saribung peak which offers magnificent views of the thick spread of towering peaks of the surrounding region. Some peaks whose sight can be relished from the top of the mountain include Chhib Himal (6650m), Kharsang Peak (6225m) and a great many mountains in Annapurna region. Following the glorious sight, we head back to Base Camp.
You will trek towards the Saribung Pass (6042m). Further, you will descend down to Nagoru following a stream through the trail covered with snow. You will take a small break to have lunch. The trek involves many ascents and descents through mesmerizing landscapes and alpine atmosphere to head towards Nagoru. Overnight stay at a camp at Nagoru.
You will again trek on the Tibetan Plateau through the barren valley. You will get to witness snow-covered peaks all around you. You will reach Phu Gaon, which is a beautiful secluded valley. You will get to see the tradition and culture of the ethnic groups like Gurung, Lamas, and Ghale. You will visit one of the oldest monasteries for Buddhists, Tashi Lhakhang Monastery. You will also witness stunning views of Himlung Himal (7,126 m) from here. Overnight stay at a camp at Phu Gaon.
Leaving Phu Gaon, you descend to Meta. You leave Phu valley and follow the trail along Phu River where you can even get sights of Blue Sheep along the way. The trail is rather difficult aided by the isolation of the region from much human involvement. You head to Kyang on a rocky path and move ahead to Chyakhu and Jhunum. Descending further, you will reach Meta. Overnight stay at a camp at Meta.
You will descend steeply and trek through the lovely pine forest. You will also go through several beautiful streams and a gorgeous waterfall. Further, you will cross a few suspension bridges and reach Koto. Following the trail along Naar Khola, you will reach Koto. You will trek for around six hours to reach here. Overnight stay at a camp at Koto.
You will begin trekking through the small villages and pine forest to reach Timang. You will get to witness a glimpse of Mt. Manaslu (8,163 m) and other mountains. You will then descend down towards Danakyu through the rough trail. You will take a small break here to have lunch. Further, you will walk on the flat trail to reach Dharapani. Overnight stay at a camp at Dharapani.
You will descend down along the Marsayangdi River crossing the iron bridge. You will then ascend along the upstream of Marsayangdi River to reach Kotro. You will cross a long thrilling suspension bridge over the Marsayangdi River, and crossing one more bridge, you will descend down to Tal Village. Further going through the dense forest, you will reach Chyamche. Then, the trail continues until you reach Jagat Village. Overnight stay at a camp at Jagat.
You will descend down on the rocky trail and reach Syange. You will then trek along the Marsayangdi River and reach Bhulbule. From here, you will take a private van to drive back to the Kathmandu. On the way, you will get to see lovely villages and beautiful landscapes and hills. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you will be taken to the hotel. Overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Free morning in Kathmandu . Like the day before, the guide stays with the group to help you, if you want to make visits in the valley. Depending on the schedule of the flight back , we still take a little time to hang out in the afternoon or we leave directly for the airport to take our flight home.
Includes Section Head:
Accessories:
Sun hat
Fleece/Wool hat (to cover ears)
Sunglasses & reading glasses
Scarf to cover face (dust/wind)
Watch with light & alarm
Headlamp & spare batteries
Hand touch & spare batteries
Dry packs:
Open neck water bottles x2
Pack no heavier than 15kg fully packed
Pack cover
Day pack 35litre with waist strap
Money belt
Lower Body:
Under garments
Hiking shorts
Lightweight walking pants
Light weight thermal leggings
Fleece or tracksuit pants
Waterproof shell pants
Shampoo & Conditioner (biodegradable)
Toiletries & Personal Hygiene:
1x quick dry towel & face cloth
Toothbrush & paste (biodegradable)
Multipurpose wipes (face & body)
Deodorant
Face & Body Moisturizer
Nail clippers/file
Small comb/brush
Small mirror
Toilet paper (you can buy more on trek)
Anti-Bacterial Wipes (4x packs)
Hand sanitizer (small bottle)
Sun block face/body high UV protection
Lip block with UV protection
Feminine hygiene products
Feet:
3x thin cotton inner soaks
3x thick warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots (with spare laces)
Walking sneakers
Scandals
Walking poles
Clothes washing soap (biodegradable)
Upper Body:
3x T-shirts
2x lightweight thermal tops
2x Merino/Fleece long shelve tops
Waterproof shell jacket
Down vest/jacket*
Poncho rain cover
Hands:
Lightweight fleece gloves
Heavyweight gloves
Or waterproof/wind fleece gloves
Playing cards
Trail map & guide book
Extra Items:
Camera & extra batteries
Binoculars
Reading books
Journal & pen
Photo’s of home/family
Energy/protein bars (optional)
Sleeping:
Sleeping bag*
Sleeping bag liner
Pillow slip/case
Medical Kit:
See your Doctor for compete medical kit
including Dimox