The mysterious Upper Mustang region was only opened to tourists in 1991. This restricted region includes passes through previously contested Tibetan civilizations and offers a wonderful combination of mountain tops and desert like regions passing along the Kali Gandaki River. The trek offers stunning views of Himalayan giants Dhaulagiri (8,167 m),
Annapurna I (8,091m) as well as countless views of the trans Himalayan Region. Climb to the top of the famous Lo-Manthang surrounded by 40 unique peaks offering panoramic views of the Mustang and Annapurna regions as you experience Tibetan culture and hospitality while visiting secluded spiritual Gompas. The entire region is influenced by the mysterious Tibetan culture and its restricted status ensures that this culture will continue to thrive and offer you an authentic experience in one of the most picturesque and exclusive trekking regions in the world.
Upon your arrival in the Kathmandu airport (TIA), you will be greeted by a representative from the Good Karma Trekking team holding a sign with your name in the parking lot. After a brief introduction, you will be escorted to your hotel. After check in, and welcome drinks you will be free to explore around the backpacker haven of Thamel.
We will travel to Pokhara in a tourist bus passing along the Trisuli River and through the Kathmandu Valley for 5 to 6 hours. We will stay overnight in the charming lakeside town of Pokhara famous for its views of the Annapurna range and laidback style.
A short flight filled with spectabular views of Khaulagiri and Annapura brings us to the capital of the Mustang Region in Jomson. After breakfast we will travel up the Kaligandaki River before arriving at the isolated Idkley-Bhatti area for some rest. We will continue to Kagbeni while exploring its famous monastery to learn about the Tibetan monks who reside there.
Officially entering the upper Mustang restricted area we will pass through the security checkpoint uphill along the river. We will continue up and down past the colorful town of Tangbe famous for its narrow roads and charming buildings. We will then continue through an area known for its barley, wheat and apple farms past Chhusang before arriving in Chele village.
We beging to hike up the Taklam La Pass which offers views of Tilico peak, Yakawa Kang and Damodar Danda before continuing past the towns of Samar and Samar village. We then follow the trail along a peaceful stream surrounded by juniper trees on the way to Syanbochen.
Continuing up the Yamda La pass we pass through several teahouses, chortans and Tibetan villages before continuing to the Nyi Pass. We then descend towards our destination of Ghaymi one of the larger towns in the Lo area known for its hospitality.
After crossing the Ghaymi Khola River we reach the famous Buddhist stonewall in Mani located along a relaxing plateau. The trail then heads based charming stone towns surrounded by terraced corn fields before arriving in Charang.
Todays hike offers some of the best scenery in the Mustang Region. We will trek to Lo-Mangthang, which offers spectacular panoramic vies of Nilfiri, Tilicho Peak and Annapurna I. We will continue along a river until we reach Charang Chu before reaching the top of the Lo Pass offering stunning views of the Lo-Mangthang Valley. We will then continue back to Lo-Mangthang through the valley before stopping for the night.
We spend the day traveling around Lo-Mangthang and the valley to fully appreciate the highlight of our trip. We will visit Namgyal Hompa located on a hilltop that serves as the regional court. We will then continue our hike to Tingkhar and Tall Champa Lakhang known as the “God house” We finish by passing through Thugchen Gompa, Chyodi Gompa and other notable vantage points around Lo-Mangthang.
We descend from Lo Mangthang passing through the ancient Ghar Gompa in Gyakar. The painted rock gompa is believed to be home to a god who can fully fulfill all of our desires and is a popular pilgrimage location in the region. We will continue along the windy pass before reaching the antiquated village of Drakmar
This region famous for its dusty winds is is home to a desert landscape offering timeless views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri in an abandoned setting. After lunch, we will continue to Ghiling and explore the charming village in the evening.
We return to Chhuksang taking time to explore the Tibetan culture and customs in the small towns we pass. This barren area makes for an easy downhill trek on the way to Chhuksang.
Our final day of walking will begin early in an attempt to avoid powerful afternoon winds. We will complete the Mustang region before shifting into the Annapurna Circuit rout in Kagbeni. We will continue along the Kaligandaki River to Jomson for our final night on the trek. You may continue and spend another day to travel around Muktinath if you desire to stay an extra day.
We return back to Pokhara along the same serene flight path. Upon arrival in Pokhara you have free time to relax or explore the town and reflect upon your completed trek.
We will drive roughly 6 hours to Kathmandu on the Prithivi highway enjoy views of peaceful farms, terraced rice fields and deep valleys before arriving in Kathmandu. You will have time to do some shopping or explore the backpacker area before joining us for a celebration diner in the evening.
Today after breakfast we will start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu including Durbar Square, and Pashupati temple that are both Unesco World Heritage Sites. You will also visit the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath) and Buddhists shrine (Buddha Nath) that is one of the large Stupas in the world. Afterwards, you will meet with your trek leader for a briefing and a short question and answer section about your trip. You will also have time to shop for any additional equipment with staff assistance if necessary.
Depending on your flight time you may be able to see a few more attractions in Kathmandu before departing approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight time. You will be escorted to the airport with a representative from Good Karma trekking staff. After our farewells, you will have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in Nepal with Good Karma, as one time is never enough.
Includes
Airport pick up & Transfer to hotel
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis (Tourist Standard Hotel to Five Star deluxe Hotel in Kathmandu as you prefer )
Government license holder Trekking Guide.
Trekking porter /Sherpa who will carry your bag pack during the trekking
Three time meal during the trekking Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Trekker’s Information Management system (TIMS)
Annapurna Conservation Fee
Permit for Upper Mustang
Overland Transportations Bus ,car, & flights as you prefer
Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, Good Karma Trekking duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)&( optionally if you have your own bags, down jackets and wants to use your own you are free to bring them)
Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour with private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
Trekking guide and porters accommodation, fare, meal, equipments and salary & Insurance
All program as mentioned in itinerary.
Government Tax and office service charge.
Welcome Dinner
Airport drop
Excludes
Nepal Visa fee
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu stay
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, Soft drinks such as cola, , shower & any Purely personal nature expenses etc)
Travel and rescue insurance
Tips for guides and porters
Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
City Tour entrance fees in Kathmandu and Pokhara while entering Temple and Monastery
From the moment we stepped outside Kathmandu airport we knew we were in good hands. Raj and his professional team had taken care of everything. Our trek to Everest Base Camp is one we will remember for a long time. From accomodation, to meals, guide and porters. Everything went smoothly. Even the tricky weather in Lukla didn't hold us up too much. The tour of Kathmandu was great and we especially enjoyed the opening dinner that Raj planned for us.
I highly recommend Good Karma Trekking.
We are planing to return to Nepal and trek the Annapurna Circuit. We will definitely book with Raj and Good Karma Trekking again.
Best travel agency, very helpful and friendly staff. They offer great possibilities for trekking, excursions, help take care of all permits. Great company, wonderful trip, friendship for life. I would recommend!
Booked my first trip to Nepal with Good Karma after some recommendations on Tripadvisor. From my first email I was impressed with the level of attention I received and how flexible they were (something I couldn't get with several other other companies I and contacted). Had a great trip including sightseeing in Kathmandu and trekking to Everest base camp, and everything went extremely smoothly (except for the weather). Just returned from my second trip there and already planning my third. Its an amazing country, and Raj and the Good Karma team made it a great experience. Happy to answer any questions people have.
Kind, attentive, honest, dedicated attention is awaiting on your travels with Good Karma. I went to the Everest Base Camp(14 days), Bhutan (4 days) and the Chitwan game preserve (3 days) with them and was very well treated at a great price.
I recommend them for travel in Nepal under reliable conditions.
I will be glad to answer any inquiries on their subject.
A perfect travel partner on the foothills of Hiamalayas. I can proudly recommend my near and dear to Good Karma. Thanks a lot Good karma for excellent services on our trek.
I have traveled in many countries, but my experience in Nepal was special, thanks to Raj and his team who organized the exceptional way to all desired goals in this expedition which I had in Nepal and Tibet this autumn. I hope with all my heart to revisit again because I really miss Nepal. I started learning Hindi language since a few days.
So, Raj, Biji, I feel like I will visit you again! There are a lot of places that I have not seen yet! GOOD KARMA TREKKING is the best Agency for me!
Raj was knowledgeable and more than accommodating during our travels. We used Good Karma Trekking to book a trek to Annapurna, do white water rafting, and visit the elephants. It was one of the best trips I've had in my life and I've been to over 50 countries now. I would strongly recommend them to anyone who is traveling to Nepal and seeking a professional and friendly travel agency
BOOKING WITH KARMA: I booked a one-person tour to the Annapurna Circuit during the off season in August. During my inquiries with various trekking companies, Raj from Good Karma replied promptly and was always making sure that my needs were met before, during and after the trek. He was very flexible with whatever mode of transportation I desired to use even if it was just a couple of days in advance (including a flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu with two days notice) . THE TOUR: The tour itself was amazing. True, the Annapurna Circuit can be done with no guide. But Raj provide me with none other than a Sherpa guide would allowed for easy communication with locals and got the best rooms and meals in all the lodges. He also knew where the shortcuts are and made sure my safety was a priority (specially with altitude sickness). TRANSPORTATION : Always keep in mind that Nepal is not the most developed nation in terms of infrastructure and road systems. I highly recommend getting a private vehicle. The drivers that Raj provides are some of the best I've seen even though they drive like maniacs. I felt relatively safe compared to a tourist bus/local bus. These are worse and the safety standards are very low OVERALL: I highly recommend this tour company. Make sure you communicate with Raj constantly so he knows what your needs are.
Had an unforgettable experience trekking the Annapurna Circuit with Good Karma in 2012. Nabraj and his team are knowledgable, passionate and great hosts, and are genuine in providing the best experience possible. They went above and beyond to cater to our interests and provided outstanding hospitality. Nabraj has become a good friend since, we are regularly in touch and I look forward to joining Good Karma on a trek again soon!
I worked with Good Karma Trekking a few years ago when they organized a trip through Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan for me and a group of almost 30 people. They were the best choice for our trip. The hotels they booked, the accommodation, the vehicles used for our transportation were all top class. Raj and his team really know their country (and the neighboring countries) and are able to custom made programs that suit each and every individual on a group, no matter the size. We particularly enjoyed the trips around Kathmandu valley, up to Nagarkot, down in the jungle in Chitwan and resting at the foot of Anapurna in Pokhara. Raj even organized some trips that were not in the initial schedule and which were greatly appreciated - for instance the visit to Kopan Monastery in Kathmandu.
I was also on the group that took a tour of Tibet with Good Karma Trekking. Everything went smooth, from crossing the border into China to altering the program so we could stay at a lower altitude when some of our colleagues felt sick.
For all of us on that trip Raj also became a good friend and we kept in touch ever since.
Whenever I hear someone thinking of visiting Nepal I always recommend Good Karma Trekking. I am also sure that next time myself and any other member of the group would want to go to the Himalayan region Good Karma Trekking would be our first choice.
I went on a one month trip to Nepal with Good Karma Trekking, and I must say it was really amazing! Well worth the time and the cost of traveling there! Part of what made my experience so wonderful was the guide that I had. His name is Raj Ghimire, and he is the sole proprietor of GOOD KARMA TREKKING LTD. He is a truly honest guy, with a very kind heart, and I believe that he would give you the BEST Nepal experience, no matter where in the country you want to travel. When my friends and I were over there, he treated us like family (no, I'm not exaggerating), and I still stay in touch with him. His rates are GREAT too! And if you need porters, tea house reservations, or a personal driver to show you Kathmandu or Chitwan Park, he did ALL of these arrangements for us.
This was literally the best experience I've had with a travel company anywhere in the world. They are efficient, culturally smart and very friendly. They even went out of their way to help with issues that were not necessarily part of our contract. I will definitely trust them to organize any trip for me in the future.
Good Karma organized everything for my trip including city tours, travel, hotels and trekking. They were very professional and helpful creating a trip that included what i wanted to see and not just the standard itinerary. The owner Raj even helped bargain for lower prices on souvenirs and trekking equipment while i was in Kathmandu. He also showed me some of his favorite restaurants and some of the local specialties and offered me some wild honey from his home town. The trek went great and the guide was very knowledgeable about the trails and flora and fauna of the himalayas. I have done a trip with abovethehimalays before and the service and price of Good Karma was much better. I would suggest this company to anyone looking for an authentic experience.
We had a great experience with Good Karma Trekking in Kathmandu, Nepal. Raj, the owner of the company, was very helpful. He has an excellent knowledge about the Kathmandu area, and generally about Nepal. He is more than a usual travel agency, passionate about his work, and about promoting the Nepal sights. I am sure that we will use his services again when we return to Nepal, hopefully soon.
Your Good Karma always brings you upto Good Karma trekking. Leave everything on their hand and simply discover your Good Karma. They are perfect to plan your Nepal, Tibet, India and Bhutan program.
I met Raj in Kathmandu through a mutual friend and I've been amazed by his hospitality and generosity. They gave me all the informations I needed about the transportation, treks and more! Thank you for your kindness and your support and I really hope to meet you again! Cheers
Fantastic experience with Good Karma Trekking. Always keen to help and to make sure you are well taken care of in Nepal. Would not hesitate to recommend them to friends and family!
I was In Nepal last year and I really enjoyed the time. I must say that the service offered by Good Karma Trekking is excellent. I would recommend it to all, if you went to Nepal.
I used Good Karma Trekking for a first trip to Nepal in Nov 2011 and from the moment of contact the trip went very smoothly. I would highly recommend this company and would be happy to be contacted independently to provide a review.
En 2012 tuve el agrado de conocer a Nabraj Ghimire en Katmandú. Su ayuda en una país desconocido me sirvió de mucho. Es una persona honesta y desinteresada que realiza su trabajo con vocación.
