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Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking 2025 – 14 Days
14 Days Upper Mustang Tiji Festival trekking 2025 Facts
Weather |
Weather | -10°C to 20°C | View Weather Detail |
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Duration |
Duration | 14 Days | |
Difficulty |
Difficulty | Moderate | |
Accommodation |
Accommodation | Lodges/Hotels/Resorts | |
Meals Included |
Meals Included | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | |
Best Season |
Best Season | Sept, Oct, Nov, March, April, May | |
Transportation |
Transportation | Overland + Flight | |
Daily Activity |
Daily Activity | Approx. 5 - 6 hours | |
Religion |
Religion | Buddhist, Bon Po | |
Ethnic People |
Ethnic People | Tibetan, Gurung, Thakali | |
Geographic Terrain |
Geographic Terrain | Mountain, Desert , Village, Rain-Shadow Area | |
Region of Nepal |
Region of Nepal | Mustang, Annapurna Region | |
Max. Altitude |
Max. Altitude | 3900m./12870ft. |
Overview
The 14 days Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking, begins at Kathmandu. Embark on a scenic half-day long road journey to Pokhara, followed by an equally scenic flight to Jomsom Town in Mustang. Enjoy the aerial tour of the lush Annapurna Valley and Annapurna massif along with the flight. The trek gradually advances along the Kali Gandaki River and goes north towards the wilderness of Upper Mustang. Explore the Tibetan-styled villages of Chele, Syangboche, Ghami, and Tsarang en route to Lo Manthang.
At Syangboche, you may witness centuries-old human-made caves. Lo Manthang or the walled city, is where you’ll witness the three-days Tiji Festival. Witness the local monks participating in the masked dance. Upon completion of the festival, you’ll begin retracing your path back to Jomsom. Catch the mesmerizing sights of Annapurna I (8091m), Dhaulagiri Peak (8167m), Nilgiri Central (6940m), and Tukuche (6,920m) along the trek. The trek concedes upon your return to Kathmandu via Pokhara.
Tiji Festival Short Video :Â
Background
Tiji Festival is endemic to Upper Mustang. The festival celebrates the victory of good over evil. Started in the 17th Century, Tiji traces the folk history of Dorje Jono and Padmasambhava Guru Rinpoche. Dorje Jono or Vajrakila was a deity in Vajrayana Buddhism who defeated evil forces and brought prosperity in the region.
Every year during May, Chode Monastery at Lo Manthang performs the special Vajrakila ritual. Instructed by Padmasambhava, the festival takes in the form of prayer chants and colorful dances, enacting the exact history of the battle. The festival is marked with performers dancing in disguise as demons and gods in eccentric masks and horns.
Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking Highlights
- Witness the grandest and endemic festival of Tiji in one of the remotest regions in Nepal, Upper Mustang.
- Enjoy a two weeks long trek through the remote Kali Gandaki Valley and Lo Valley.
- Witness the iconic site of 2500 years old Jhong Cave and other human-made caves in Syangboche.
- Catch the majestic panoramic view of Annapurna I (8091m), Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, and Gangapurna.
14 Days Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking 2025 Day-to-day-Itinerary
Day 1
18th. May.2025 : Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu
Trekking Time Average |
200km - Drive to Pokhara ( Avg. 06 hrs.) |
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Accommodation |
Hotel Kausi |
Altitude |
(820m./2706ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast |
Upper Mustang, Tiji Festival trip, begins at Kathmandu. After a delicious breakfast, you’ll embark on a tourist bus and begin driving along with your trek guide and porter to Pokhara. Located 200km west to Kathmandu, the scenic overland journey goes alongside the massive Trishuli River. Witness the lush forests, massive river, and the Himalayas en route to Pokhara. The entire journey may last anywhere from 6 hours. Upon arrival, you’ll drive to Lakeside town of Pokhara and check into the hotel. You can spend the evening exploring the beautiful Phewa Lake and the neighboring town. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 2
19th.May.2025 : Fly to Jomsom - Trek to Kagbeni
Trekking Time Average |
8km Uphill hike (Av. 3hr) |
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Accommodation |
Hotel Niligiri /Yak Macdonald |
Altitude |
(2804m./9253ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
The day begins early as you complete your breakfast and drive to the airport. Embark on a short trans-Himalayan flight from Pokhara to Jomsom. The 25-min long flight takes you over the beautiful Pokhara City, lushly forested Annapurna Valley, and the massive Annapurna I towards Jomsom Town in Mustang. Upon arrival, you’ll begin preparing for the trek. Embark on the first day of the trek and begin trekking along the dry beds of the Kali Gandaki River towards Kagbeni village. The small settlement of Kagbeni lies 11 km north to Jomsom. The village remains famous for its lush vegetation of buckwheat, Barley, and grains. Overnight in Kagbeni.
Day 3
20th.May.2025 : Trek to Chele
Trekking Time Average |
15km Uphill hike (Av. 6hr) |
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Accommodation |
Mustang Gate Guest House or Similar category |
Altitude |
(3050m./10065ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving Kagbeni, the trail begins to climb upstream along the Kali Gandaki River. After getting your permits checked, you’ll begin trekking along the cliffs on the eastern side of the Kali Gandaki valley. Catch the majestic sights of small settlements and their surrounding lush wheat, barley, and buckwheat fields at Tangbe and Chhusang village. After 5hr long trek, you’ll arrive at Chele village en route to Syangboche. Overnight in Chele.
Day 4
21st.May.2025 : Trek to Ghilling
Trekking Time Average |
16km Up/downhill hike (Av. 6hr) |
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Accommodation |
Kunga hotel or Similar category |
Altitude |
(3800m./12540ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving Chele, you’ll exit the Kali Gandaki Valley. The initial trail goes past few zigzag terrains. The trail advances through large canyons. If you notice well, you will witness caves built hundreds of meters above the valley floor on the large canyons. These human-made caves are the local landmarks of Upper Mustang. Also known as sky caves, these caves were primarily used as a shelter during war or famine. Leaving the canyons, you’ll reach Rachung Cave. The trail continues north overlooking the majestic sight of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Tilicho Peak, and en route to Syangboche. You will descend to Ghilling. Overnight in Ghilling.
Day 5
22nd.May.2025 : Trek to Ghami
Trekking Time Average |
12km./Avg. 04 hrs. Up/Downhill hike |
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Accommodation |
Hotel Lho Ghami |
Altitude |
(3756m./12394ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving the scenic Ghilling village, you’ll ascend to Jhaite village . Then you will climb towards Nyi La Pass (4020m). Catch the beautiful sight of the Upper Mustang valley and mountains. The trail drops and begins to climb towards Ghemi (3756m). An easy descent along the historical Lo Valley brings you to Ghami village located on the banks of the Ghami River. The entire trail spans almost 9.2km and drops nearly 280 meters. Overnight in Ghami.
Day 6
23rd.May.2025 : Trek to Tsarang
Trekking Time Average |
12km Uphill hike (Av. 4hr) |
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Accommodation |
Doma Hotel or Similar category |
Altitude |
(3560m/11679ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving Ghami, the scenic trail spanning 4Â hours takes you to Tsarang village. The 10.7 km trail goes along the longest Mani Wall in Upper Mustang. The trail crosses Ghami Khola and begins to climb towards Choya La (3870m), the most challenging section in the entire trek. Catch the magnificent sight of Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Nilgiri peaks en route to Tsarang. Tsarang is home to beautiful Buddhist Chortens and the ancient Tsarang Monastery named after Tsarang Choedhe Shedrup Dhargyeling Monastery. Overnight in Tsarang.
Day 7
24th.May.2025 : Trek to Lo Manthang : Witness the Tiji festival starting in the afternoon
Trekking Time Average |
11km Uphill hike (Av. 4hr) |
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Accommodation |
Lotus holiday inn or Similar category |
Altitude |
(3805m./12556ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
The trek materializes as you leave Tsarang and begin heading towards Lo Manthang. The walled city lies 11km from Tsarang and may take almost 5 hours to reach. The trail advances through the remote part of Lo Valley. Begin climbing towards Lo La (3960m), the highest point of Tsarang to Lo Manthang. As you begin to descend, you can catch the breathtaking sight of the walled city amidst the remote landscape.
The first day of the Tiji Festival begins early afternoon. Soon you’ll start hearing loud blurts from the Tibetan horns accompanied by two double-reeled horns, drum, and cymbals. As the local monks from the Chode Monastery head to the square, the large Thangkha (painting) dons the adjoining southern wall of the square. The masked dance commences soon, presenting the tales of Dorje Jono and his victory over evil.
NOTE: ENTRANCE FEE MAY BE INCURRED TO SEE THE FESTIVAL FOR 3 CONSUCATIVE DAYS.
Day 8
25th.May.2025 : Exploration of cave and monastery in morning and afternoon witness the stunning mask dances performed by monks in Tiji festival
Trekking Time Average |
10km./ Avg. 2:30 hrs hike |
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Accommodation |
Lotus Holiday Inn or Similar category hotel |
Altitude |
(3805m./12556ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, and then embark on a scenic sightseeing tour outside Lo Manthang. After exiting the city, you’ll begin trekking towards the ancient Nyiphu and Garphu Monasteries. These monasteries lay close to the 2,500 years old Jhong Caves. After exploring the beautiful monasteries, you’ll begin climbing the Jhong Cave, which comprises a large intersection of caves with 44 different compartments.
You’ll head back to Lo Manthang and enjoy your lunch. Soon enough, the second day of the festival begins with much grandeur. You may witness female performers in their traditional attire and jewelry. The dance takes the pace up on the second day. Overnight in Lo Manthang.
Day 9
26th.May.2025 : Explore the Summer palace and monastery in morning and enjoy the last and final celebration of Tiji festival in Lo Manthang in the afternoon
Trekking Time Average |
12km./ Avg. 3:00 hrs hike |
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Accommodation |
Lotus Holiday Inn or similar category |
Altitude |
(3805m./12556ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
The day begins with a tour to the Summer Palace of the Late King of Mustang, Raja Jigme Dorje Palbar Bista. After witnessing this historical site, you’ll head towards the Namgyal Gompa. After exploring the beautiful monastery, you’ll enjoy your lunch. The third of the Tiji Festival is also the last. It begins with ceremonial music. The dance takes a vibrant beat and highlights the demise of the demon dramatically. More music, dance, and shooting guns follow afterward. The festival ends with much grandeur. Overnight in Lo Manthang.
Day 10
27th.May.2025 : Trek to Ghami
Trekking Time Average |
15km Downhill hike (Av. 5hr) |
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Accommodation |
Hotel Lo Ghami or Similar category |
Altitude |
(3520m/ 11548ft) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving Lo Manthang, you’ll begin retracing your path back to Ghami village. The trail begins to ascent towards Lo La (3960) and heads downhill towards Tsarang village. After a short trek, you’ll enjoy your lunch and then continue along with the trek to Ghami village. Few hours of trek past Choya La (3870m) and Ghami Khola brings you back to Ghami village. You can consider making a side trip to Lo Ghekar Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in the region. Overnight in Ghami.
Day 11
28th.May.2025 : Trek to Chusang
Trekking Time Average |
14km Downhill hike (Av. 5hr) |
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Accommodation |
Brikuti Guest House or Similar category |
Altitude |
(3050m/ 10,006ft) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving Ghami, you’ll begin retracing your path to Ghiling village. Cross the mighty Ghemi La (3756m) and Nyi La Pass (4020m) en route to Ghiling. After lunch, the trail continues past Syangboche en route to Rachung Cave. Continue walking past large rock canyons towards Chele. A short downhill trek brings you to Chhusang village. Overnight in Chhusang.
Day 12
29th.May.2025 : Trek to Jomsom
Trekking Time Average |
12km Downhill hike (Av. 5hr) |
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Accommodation |
Himalayan Hotel or Similar category |
Altitude |
(2450m./9405ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Leaving Chhusang, you’ll begin retracing the old path back to Jomsom. The trail ascends along the Kali Gandaki Corridor towards Tangbe and heads towards Kagbeni village. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Kagbeni, before continuing with the trek to Jomsom. A short trek over the Kali Gandaki riverbeds brings you to Jomsom. You can enjoy the completion of the trek with the local Marpha brandy. Overnight in Jomsom.
Day 13
30th. May.2025 : Fly to Pokhara
Trekking Time Average |
20mins Flight |
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Accommodation |
Hotel Kausi |
Altitude |
(825m./2722ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast |
Catch an early morning flight to Pokhara. The scenic trans-Himalayan flight takes you over the massive Annapurna massif and the Kali Gandaki Gorge towards Pokhara City. Upon arrival, you can enjoy your breakfast and spend the day exploring the beautiful city. Pokhara is the ultimate tourist getaway and is home to numerous tourist sites such as Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple, Davis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, UNESCO designated Pokhara Peace Pagoda, and Mountain Museum. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 14
31st.May.2025 : Drive to Kathmandu
Trekking Time Average |
200km Drive to Kathmandu (Av. 6hr) |
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Altitude |
(1295m./1273ft.) |
Included meals |
Breakfast |
Today is the last day of the trip. Catch the mesmerizing sight of Annapurna I and Machhapuchhre Peaks from the hotel. After breakfast, you’ll embark on a tourist bus and begin driving back to Kathmandu. The half-day long drive goes alongside Trishuli River and the colorful towns of Manakamana and Malekhu en route to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu self .
Included
- Tribhuwan International airport transfer (Airport – Hotel – Airport)Â Â in Kathmandu.
- Standard hotel accommodation in Pokhara ( Hotel Kausi) with breakfast.
- Lodge accommodation ( Twin share basis) while on the trek
- Full board meals ( breakfast, lunch and dinner) while on upper Mustang Tiji festival trekking.
- Upper Mustang special trekking permit and Annapurna conservation area project (ACAP ).
- Pokhara -Jomsom – Pokhara by flight.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara and return by tourist bus.
- A trekking map, Oxygen saturation check up everyday, Duffle bag, Water purification, Company t-shirt, Trekking completion certificate etc
- Government tax and service charge
- Assistance for Emergency Rescue Evacuation.
- Public Liability Insurance.
Not included
- Hotel accommodation and Meals in Kathmandu.
- All kind of hard /soft table drinks as tea/coffee, coke, fanta, beer, mineral water, desert, battery charge, laundry and main meals while on city like Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Travel insurance .
- Tips for guide and porters
Route Map
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Available dates..
Currently, we do not have any scheduled group trips, but you are welcome to embark on the journey on a date that suits you best.
Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking 2025 – 14 Days Departure Date
14 Days
Trip Days
18 May, 2025
Start Sunday
31 May, 2025
End Saturday
3
Pax Booked
16
Group Size
USD $1,700
Per Person
Booking Open
Status
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The given rates are per person with guaranteed departure schedules. If the given dates are not appropriate for you, please feel free to contact us for requesting a new dates, we will gladly personalize the itinerary and schedule of the trip that fits for you.
ESSENTIAL INFO
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trekking is during the spring and autumn seasons. Â Similarly, this season provides you with an ideal climate. Likewise, the weather is stable and you can climb with clear visibility. However, this climbing can also be done in the monsoon season.
The difficulty of this trek
This trek lasts for almost 2 weeks. So, it is a kind of difficult trek. Trekking through the uphill of a Mustang can be extremely difficult. Similarly, the altitude can also cause some problems including altitude sickness.
Travel insurance
We don’t provide you with personal travel insurance. So, you have to have travel insurance from the company. Otherwise, trekking is impossible. Before coming to this trek you make sure that your travel insurance is not expired. Make sure every box is ticked regarding your safety for the trip.
Meals and Accommodation
We provide you with the facility of breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek. Similarly, we provide lodge accommodation to you during the trek. So this is not your worry. Likewise, the foods that we provide are top class because we understand that having a good diet during the trek is very important for a proper trekking experience.
Fitness and experience requirements
This trek is 14 days long. So, you must be physically fit and also have some experience trekking. Therefore, for the trek, you have to be physically fit and mentally strong along with some experience.
Climate and weather
Mustang is at a very high altitude. So, the climate is mostly cold all the time. But it certainly gets very sunny at noon. But, if you travel this trek during the time of spring and autumn you will find a moderate climate and weather for the trek. Â Likewise, we all know that having perfect weather and climate can double your traveling experience. So, make sure you travel at a perfect time.
Safety and Security
The safety and security of our people are very important to us. We are very careful in that case. Similarly, we make sure that our trekkers don’t have any problems during their trek. Likewise, we carefully check our trail before our departure to the trek. So, you can fully enjoy yourself during the journey and don’t worry about anything.
Required Permits
Mustang Special Permit  : USD 500 for 10 days and USD 50 per day for extra days.
ACAPÂ : NPR. 3000 for foreigners and NPR 1000 for SAARC.
Note:Â Child below 10 years are free
Gear List
Gears required for the trek vary upon destination and season. A comprehensive list of gear for all activities is listed on our dedicated page of Trekking Gear List
Frequently
Asked Questions
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Recommended by 100% of travelers
13 Days Manaslu Trek !
My friend and I were lucky to find Tej online before visiting Nepal. We knew we wanted to do a trek, but we weren’t sure exactly which trek. Tej sent us a bunch of itineraries for different treks and we chose the Manaslu circuit. When we arrived our guide, Kumar, was waiting for us at the airport and Tej was able to get us all our permits for the trek done in less than 2 hours which was great. The manaslu trek was absolutely amazing! We were super happy with our whole trip and we were lucky to be able to make the pass even though we saw dozens of other people who had to turn back because of the weather. We are already looking forward to going back next year at the same time to trek Everest and we will definitely use Tej again!
Kyle J. Mechling
,USA3 Weeks Personal Retreat
“Nepal Alternative Trek addressed my needs according to my schedule and agenda. I stayed most of the time at his home-stay, shuttling between home and the places that I wanted to visit. Tej, the boss behind Nepal Alternative Trek, helped to make my stay in Kathmandu comfortable and productive. He walked me to the monasteries that I wanted to visit and even picked me up when I needed a ride back home.
The home-stay is hosted by his wife and I got to experience living with a Nepalese family, sharing their food, space and laughter.
For the home-stay:
1) Meals available upon request
2) Family get together and chats
3) Regular change of bed-sheets and towels
4) Free WIFI
5) Near Swayambhu and Thamel
6) Safe environment
7) Mountainous forest behind home
8) Walking distance to beautiful monasteries
9) Away from hustle and bustle of towns yet easy to get to town
I left the home-stay with a smile.
All the best,
Richard
Singapore”
Richard O
Singapore River, Singapore6 Months Of Preparation For ABC Trekking
Goal was achieved 4130 meter and 0 degree celsius, Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It was 6 months of preparation. It was challenging target for us. We had dense forest, mountain, and completely wilderness above the treeline, it was windy and terrain . There is a huge support team. Without them it would not be possible. We can do it , we just have to give time and practice. Mr. Gurung Ji, you with your entire 7 of team were wonderful. They were always ready to help us.
Thanks Mr. Gurung ji for all the support, and guidance that made the trip successful. While all of us focused on Mountain, big thing but there were so many beautiful things along the way, stream, flowers, flora, so many birds I took pictures. So, in summary, phenomenal, success and our confidence there. We know, we can do more and higher in next what bigger thing.
Devraj Dey
India8 days non trek city tour and 21days trek to EBC and chola pass
We love nepal and made 3 time visit to this beutiful country and rich culture. This time last year we came with 6 pax and visited Kathmandu , Pohkara and chitwan with a stay of 2 night in each place. We flew to Pohkara and got the van to chitwan and flew to Kathmandu. Tej arranged all transports overland and flights for us. We did not asked for a local guide but it was all smooth and no problem. We are happy with the service provided by Tej and he made all efforts to make us happy. His company performed professional with the very reasonable pricing. We encountered some small problem with the van transporting us back from nagarkot to kathmandu airport. This van was quite small and it came to pick up quite late that we almost missed the flight to pohkara. We told Tej about this and he must take care of this outsourced van company. Anyway the van in pohkara and to chitwan was excellent , big and comfy. So he has corrected the mistake.
Part 2 was our trek to EBC and chola pass for 21 nights. Tej arranged for flight and guide plus porter. For this trekking it was only me and my wife travelling together. We are about 50 years and used the service of 2 porters cause we bought a lot of dry food plus chocolate. We are difficult persons in terms of foreign food. Our guide Ammer and 2 porters are fabulous. They took care of us very well like we are part of their family.
Overall we strongly recommend this company. They are good and not high expensive tag. We will use their service again in June to trek in Langtang. Rocky
Wisit K
Bangkok, ThailandA great experience on the Annapurna Circuit
We had a fantastic experience on the Annapurna Circuit with Nepal Alternative Treks. Tej, the manager, was helpful, professional and efficient in dealing with our requirements and amendments, the arrangements worked smoothly and the information provided to us was excellent. Our guide Kul was brilliant. He was friendly, knowledgable and experienced and took changes in our itinerary in his stride. Our trekking experience was much better with his help in everything from planning the stages of the route to organising our food and accommodation. Just one warning: he is an ace card player and will probably beat you hands down!
Paul
UKA wonderful and interesting trek overall
A wonderful & interesting trek overall. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances ( heavy snow fall & Lie ping with a bad cold) we were unable to cross the Ganja la pass. However, our guide Simbir offered us as alternative trek which took us on a difference journey of Nepal. We had the opportunity to visit & stay in many local villages and meet Tamang, Gurung people experience, their lifestyle and culture. We visited our guide’s home town of Chalishgaun and timed it right to join in with Diwali celebrations!
Lie Ping Tang & Robert
USAA trip worth of a lifetime!
Attempting Everest base camp trekking for me & my group was taking it to the next level. Before this, our limits were Kedarnath, MadMaheshwar & Tunganath with max distances of 18-19 kms spread over 2-3 days. Moreover, these tracks are such that people doesn’t necessarily have to trek. They have the option of ponies. EBC involves a lot for people like us (acclimatization to altitude, strength etc.), but above all, you need someone to provide logistical support, moral support that it can be done. This is where Nepal Alternative Treks does a great job. They organized it very well, guides and porters provided were very reliable and cost is reasonable when you compare to others. They can customize your travel plan according to your need.
Indranil Chaterjee
IndiaA Trek in Ruby Valley !
A few weeks ago we went on a trip to Nepal, accompanied by a couple of friends who were on their second trip with Nepal Alternative Trek. Our first goal was to trek to the village of Chalish in Ruby Valley. We decided to go with the services of Nepal Alternative Trek to take us up there. We went there partly by jeep, partly walking through the cultivated terraces, meeting the inhabitants of the different communities who worked there.
I must say that the service that Tej offered us was perfect on all lines. First of all, before our departure, months before, Tej always answered our many questions (luggage, temperature, route to be revised, etc.) Always within 24 hours, he answered with a lot of patience.
All the equipment we thought we would need was available at his office.
Our guide Ammar led us to destination with confidence and professionalism. He knew all the trails, and especially all the shortcuts to avoid us having to go up or down too much along our road. He has managed all the difficulties we have encountered: due to personal reasons, we had to change and our itinerary, and our calendar, and he made everything possible. The whole team adapted to our changes. Our guide contacted Tej who orchestrated the changes without us even having to deal with anything.
The porters were attentive and were always in front of our needs.
Our journey continued towards Bandipur with the driver who made us know the various interesting points, from sunrise to sunset, making detours to take us to the most famous places. Then a 2 days stay in Chitwan, and return to Kathmandu again where the driver carried us without calculating from one place to another – God knows that traffic in Kathmandu, Bakhtapur and Patan can be complicated.
Thanks to Tej, and the whole Nepal Alternative Trek team. We will remember forever that amazing experience.
Louise & Richard
Louise & Richard
CanadaAlways cheerful
Many thanks to Tej – well organized, Dhan + hal worked Hard, we could not have done it without there Help, they were always there when needed, worked extra to help us when we were sick. Always kind and cheerful
Thanks!