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Activities : Trekking/climbing
Trip Duration : 21 days
Trip Grade : Strenuous
Altitude : 6,419m/21058ft. Max
Accommodation : Hotel/Tent
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Transportation : Ground Transport
Group Size : 01Min/12 Max
The Chulu West Peak Climbing package has 23 days of Itinerary which covers airport reception; city excursion; two ways drive from/to Kathmandu; three times meals; and whole trekking days’ accommodation. Chulu West Peak Climbing is the best package for the adventurous trekkers who prefer to experience the adventure plus tranquility in Annapurna region. The package includes the highlights: world’s highest lake: Tilicho lake; highest Pass: thorang la Pass; tantalizing views of peaks: Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Macchapuchhre, etc; sacred temple: Muktinath; world’s deepest gorge: Kali Gandaki Gorge.
In the early morning, we commence our journey from Kathmandu in private jeep and drive towards Manang. After 8-10 hours of scenic drive through several hills, rustic roads, small villages and rivers, we reach at Syange/ Jagat which is the starting point of the trek. From Jagat, we ascend uphill tracing the Annapurna Circuit trails through the villages Dharapane, Chame, Pisang and Manang where we acclimatize before marching further. The village is renowned for numerous short hiking destinations and pristine scenery in arid landscape; therefore on this day, we also organize short hike in the beautiful valley. After resting the limbs and adjusting the oxygen intake; on next day, we march towards North from the confluence of Manang and trace Tilicho Base Camp, Yak Kharka and Chulu Base Camp before summiting Chulu West Peak. At the Base Camp, we set up tents and take shelter inside it. On day 14, we surmount the Chulu Summit and then retrace the same trail to return to Chulu Base Camp.
The Chulu Peak Climbing doesn’t end at here. From the Base camp, we now retrace the Annapurna Circuit Trail and then forge towards the highest Pass in Annapurna circuit: Thorang La Pass (5,416m); which connects the two districts: Manang and Mustang. The main highlight of the trek is to walk through Throng Pass enjoying the thrilling wide trail along with the pristine view of arid landscape, dazzling massifs, and serene beauty. The Pass then leads us to Muktinath, the holy temple of Mustang; and then after, we drive to Tatopani from where we again resume our hike to Poon hill. Enjoying the exquisite scenery, mountains’ view and Annapurna range from Poon Hill, we descend to Tadapani, Ghandruk, Pothana and Phedi. The journey of Chulu West Peak Climbing drops from Phedi to city of lakes and tourist hub ‘Pokhara’ where we celebrate our triumph; and then we eventually drive back to Kathmandu.
Trekking and expedition needs group work; there should be understanding among trekkers. Use of gears and technical knowledge about the expedition is also important factor to make the trip successful. MMT has hired well trained guides who provide prior training and how to use gears. MMT makes your trek successful and memorable. Give us chance to serve you!
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DAY 1: Arrival in Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft):
On the first day, one of the representatives of MMT welcomes you at the Airport Terminal and then you will be taken to MMT office at Kaldhara for all the further detail information about the trip. Eventually, the authorized person safely and comfortably takes you to the respective hotel. In the evening, you can enjoy the city night life in Thamel; main tourist hub in Kathmandu.
Overnight in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel with Breakfast
DAY 2: City Excursion and Trek Preparation:
2nd day is scheduled as city excursion day. Today, we visit the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites including: Swayambhunath, PatanDurbar Square, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, along with other historical and holy places. This tour bestows you a souvenir of cultural and architectural prolificacy.
After delightful breakfast in the morning, our city tour guide takes you to Swayambhunath which is at the top of the hillock to the west of Thamel. Swayambhunath is one of the oldest temples of Nepal which is popular among foreigners as ‘Monkey Temple’. The spherical dome at the top, Huge Bajra, holy stupas, shrines, Mani wheels and reckless monkeys are the center of the attraction of Swayambhunath visit.
The excursion then accelerates towards Patan, the city of festival, feast, art and culture. The city is prominent place to visit due to ancient Patan Durbar square, Krishna Mandir, Ganesh mandir and many more temples and places. We inspect art, history, cultural importance and architectural craftsmanship of the city.
Boudhanath is next destination of city tour which lies at northeast of Kathmandu. The stupa here is one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal and is mostly visited by the Buddhist and Hindus pilgrims throughout the year. The aesthetic monks, prayer hymn, rolling Mani Wheels, and effused incense stick have made the vibrant ambiance in this area.
Eventually, we visit Pashupatinath temple before wrapping the day tour. Pashupatinath Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Nepal; therefore, non-Hindus are not allowed to enter inside the premises of the temple; however, we can capture the photos of the traditional cremation ceremony and temple from the opposite bank of the holy Bagmati River.
The guides then take you back to your own hotel after the city excursion and provide you detail briefing about tomorrow’s Peak climbing. Get refreshed and prepare gears plus luggage for the next day trek.
Overnight in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel with Breakfast
DAY 3: Kathmandu (1,300m/4,265ft) – Sange/ Jagat (1,300m/ 4,265ft)- Dharapani (1,860m/ 6,102ft):
Duration: 9-10 hours drive.
After delicate breakfast in the early morning, we drive to in our private jeep/van through Prithivi highway tracing the route of thankot, Dhading, Gorkha and Lamjung (Besisahar) before we reach at Sange/ Jagat. The first 5-6 hours of drive is so relaxing and comfortable due to coal tarred road up-to Besisahar; then-after, we experience the bumpy, dusty and rustic drive up-to our destination Jagat. Today’s drive is thrilling and exciting; as well as we also witness countryside lifestyle, green rolling hills at backdrop, surging rivers, dazzling snow-clad mountains, terraced farmland and pristine environment which ease our soul and mind. After 8-10 hours of scenic drive, Dharapani with outstanding view of waterfall, ridges, cliffs, and greenish Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin room)
DAY 4: Dharapani (1,860m/6,102ft) – Chame (2,670m/ 8,760ft):
Distance: 13km
Duration: 6-7 hours.
After morning breakfast, we ascend uphill through dense forest, tributaries, gorges and steep stone staircase tracing the villages Bagarchap, Danakyu and Koto. The journey offers us to enjoy fascinating turquoise surrounding; the Tibetan Buddhist Lifestyle, culture and tradition; panoramic view of snow-clad mountains: Lamjung Himal, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Manaslu, and few other peaks. After 5-6 hours of journey from Dharapani, we reach at the administrative headquarter of Manang district: Chame.
Today, we shelter at Chame for dinner and accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin room)
DAY 5: Chame (2,670m/8,760ft) – Pisang (3,300m/ 10,826ft):
Distance: 10km
Duration: 5-6 hours.
On this day, we trek from Chame to Bhratang to Dhukur Pokhori and finally to Upper Pisang. From Chame, the trail traces uphill through rhododendron, pine and oak forest perceiving the spectacular snow-clad mountains over the roaring Marsyandi River. After few hours, we reach at apple orchid village Bhratang where we taste apple or apple pie and then resume our trek further. We follow the trail which has been carved into the side of the cliff alongside the surging river, cross the suspension bridge and enjoy the coruscating mountains as well as the incredible view of Swarga Dwari in distance. Eventually from Dukur Pokhari, we enjoy the coruscating view of Annapurna II, III and IV and then cross the suspension bridge, grassy meadows and reach at Pisang for today’s shelter.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin room)
DAY 6: Pisang (3,300m/10,826ft) – Manang (3,540m/ 11,613ft):
Distance: 13km
Duration: 6-7 hours.
We begin our trek from Pisang and climb uphill trail with magnificent view of green hills and snow-clad mountains. After climbing uphill trail for about an hour, we arrive at the ridge from where the arid Mananag valley appears spectacular. We also enjoy the close-up view of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Tilicho Peak, Chulu and Pisang Peak. The trail then traces to Manang crossing river; traversing past Humde airstrip (3,396m/ 11,145ft) and follow terraced village Braka where we explore the sacred Gompa on the shadow of Annapurna III. From Braga, it is an easy walk to reach at Manang.
Overnight, stay at Manang.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 7: Acclimatization and exploration day at Manang:
Acclimatization at the higher altitude is mandatory in long days trek and expedition. As suggested by health expertise, so we organize a short hike to Bhojo Gompa or Gangapuram Lake or Braga Monastery and explore the culture, tradition as well as the elegant surrounding of the village. We also visit Himalayan Rescue Association and learn about Acute Mountain Sickness too. The day is fruitful to rest the limbs and muscle; plus we also train how to climb the peak and use of gears.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 8: Manang (3,540m/11,613ft) – Tilicho Base Camp (4,150m/ 13,615ft):
Distance: 13km
Duration:7-8 hours.
From Manang, we resume our journey after having delicate breakfast. The trail from here splits to two directions but we follow the left side to Tilicho Lake and Tilicho Base Camp. Enjoying the stunning view of Annpurna Range, we pass the gorge, cross suspension bridge over Khangshar River and then finally ascend to khangsar village. The journey from here now gradually ascends to Shri Kharka from where the trail splits into three directions: The upper path is long and challenging, lower is untrodden and the middle is the shortest yet dangerous. We trace the middle route which is slope and full of rubble and reach at Tilicho Base Camp. From Base Camp, the mountains and Himalayan range appear tantalizing; the sunset view over the massif seems enticing and enchanting. Today’s journey is adventurous, thrilling, challenging and exciting for adventure seekers.
Overnight, stay at Tilicho Base Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 09: Visit Tilicho Lake (4,920m/ 16,141ft) – return to Tilicho Base Camp(4,150m/13,615ft):
Distance: 6km
Duration:5-6 hours.
The trail from Base Camp inclines higher and passes moraine offering the sparkling view of Annapurna Range, Gangapurna, Khangsar Kang, Nilgiri Himal, etc. After tracing uphill downhill trail, we reach at the world’s highest lake on Earth Tilicho Lake which is formed from the glaciers of Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri Himal, Gangapuran Peak and few other peaks. The place appears divine with turquoise lake and spectacular view of mountain ranges. After enjoying some beautiful moment, we retrace the same trail and return back to Tilicho Base Camp for shelter.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 10: Tilicho Base Camp (4,150m/13,615ft) – Yak Kharka (4,050m/ 13,286ft):
Distance: 12km
Duration: 6-7 hours.
After having early morning breakfast, we retrace the landslide and rock falling trail along Khangsar Khola while marching ahead to Siri Kharka. The trail then moves further from Khangsar to north-west to the view point from where we can witness tantalizing Annapurna Range, Tilicho Peak, Gangapurna, etc. From the view point, we ascend the steep path crossing suspension bridge over Thorung Khola and reach at Yak Kharka after few hours of walk.
Overnight, stay at Yak Kharka
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Logde (Twin Room)
DAY 11: Yak Kharka (4,050m/13,286ft) – Chulu West Base Camp (4,560m/m/ 14,960ft):
Distance: 8km
Duration: 5-6 hours.
After delicate breakfast at the small herdsmen’s settlement, we head towards Ledar and then follow through the dense alpine forest and steep rocky trail to reach Chulu Base Camp. We enjoy goodtime at Base Camp with the vista of tantalizing Annapurna Range, glaciers, and serene scenery while our guides and helpers set up tents or camps for our today’s accommodation. Our helpers also cook food for tonight’s dinner. Enjoy the camp life at Chulu West Base Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Camp (In Tent)
DAY 12: Chulu West Base Camp (4,560m/14,960ft) – Chulu High Camp (5,200m/ 17,060ft):
Distance: 5km
Duration: 4-5 hours.
We begin our trek in the early morning so that we reach at the high camp at noon and we can have plenty of rest plus training for next day expedition. From Base Camp, we climb the slippery path and easily reach at Camp I; then we incline higher elevation along the difficult and challenging rocky trail using ropes, crampons and ice-axe. Once we reach at the High Camp, our helpers set up the camp and prepare meal for us. We check our gears, train for a while and give proper rest to our limbs at High Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Camp (tent)
DAY 13: High Camp(5,200m/17,060ft) – Chulu Summit (6,419m/ 21,058ft) – Base Camp(4,560m/14,960ft):
Distance:
Duration: 9-10 hours.
The day is marked as the expedition day and today we conquer the Chulu West Peak. We start our journey in the early morning before the dawn and ascend gradually using ropes, crampons, ice axe and even ladder if needed. Keeping calm temperament and consciousness, we climb steep slippery rock by teaming up with group and reach at the pinnacle. Celebrate the victory at the top and also enjoy the blistering view of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Lamjung Himal, Gangaupurna, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho Himal, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Mt, Manaslu, etc. Return back to Base Camp before noon as there is risk of snowy storm in higher elevation.
Overnight, stay at Base Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Camp (tent)
DAY 14: Base Camp (4,560m/14,960ft) – Thorang La Phedi (4,525m/ 14,845ft):
Distance: 10km
Duration: 6-7 hours.
After successfully ascending the Chulu West Peak, we now head towards the base of the highest Pass in Annapurna Circuit Trail: Thorang La Pass. From Base Camp, the trail retraces to Ledar and then we ascend uphill along Marsyangdi River crossing several streams and narrow path then eventually descends to Thorang La Phedi.
Overnight, stay at Thorang La Phedi.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 15: Thorang La Phedi (4,525m/14,960ft) – Thorang La Pass (5,416m/17,768ft) – Muktinath (3,760m/ 12,335ft):
Distance: 13km
Duration: 8-9 hours.
Thorang La Pass is the highest, challenging and adventurous Pass on Annapurna Circuit. From Thrang La Phedi, we ascend steep up and reach at the top of Thorang High Camp. After walking for few hours and crossing bridges and false summit, we reach at the top of the Thorang La Pass which is the vantage point to witness the wonderful Annapurna Range, Kali Gandaki Gorge, pristine scenery and snow-clad mountains in the distance. Enjoying sometime at the Pass, we descend down towards one of the sacred Hindu-Buddhist Muktinath temple. Today, we shelter at Muktinath.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin room)
DAY 16: Drive from Muktinath (3,760m/12,335ft) – Tatopani (1,190m/ 3,905ft):
Distance:
Duration: 7-8 hours.
After delicious breakfast, we leave Muktinath in a hired jeep. The drive from Muktinath offers us something extraordinary adventurous escapade in the arid landscape of Mustang. We drive from Muktinath through dry, busty and rustic road; and after one and half hour, we drive through trading route of Kagbeni and reach at Jomsom. The wind at jomsom can blow you in the air. On our way to tatopani, we come across the famous apple orchid village: Marpha. The blooming flowers or trees full of apples in the village make the drive awe-inspiring and rejuvenating. The drive then leads us to famous village of the natural hot springs Tatopani for today’s shelter.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 17: Tatopani (1,190m/3,905ft) – Ghorepani (2,860m/9,382ft):
Distance:14km
Duration: 7-8 hours.
After spending wonderful time at the natural hot spring on previous day, we resume our trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani. Walking the motor road, we drop down for a while and cross one of the longest suspension bridge over Kali Gandaki River. The trail to Ghorepani then follows the ridge, terraced farmland and traditional villages offering spectacular green hills, rhododendron forest and snow clad mountains.
Overnight, stay at Ghorepani
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge(Twin room)
DAY 18: Ghorepani (2,860m/9,382ft) – Ghandruk (1,940m/ 6,364ft):
Distance: 20km
Duration: 8-9 hrs.
Morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise and outstanding view of Annapurna range for 45 minutes. Poon Hill is the spectacular place from where we can witness the coruscating view of Annapurna south, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Annapurna I, etc. After enjoying the pristine scenery and views, we descend to Ghorepani. After breakfast, continue trek to Tadapani following the steep stair. Trail drops down to George and toward to Tadapni located into the forest. We resume Ghandruk our final destination for today tracing through traditional Gurung villages and the dense forest. Ghandruk is the famous spot of trekkers trekking in the Annapurna region.
Overnight in Ghandruk at Lodge (twin room)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
Day 19: Ghandruk (1,940m/6,364ft) - Pothana (1,990m/ 6,530ft):
Distance: 10km
Duration:6-7hours
After enjoying delicate breakfast, we descend down to Modi River floor and curve path following stone staircases to Landruk village. Our path continue to flat land to Tolka and ascend to hilltop small village Deurali. Last section of the trek leads dense forest to Pothana offers the coruscating view of numerous snow-clad mountains in the morning.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Twin Room)
DAY 20: Pothana (1,990m/6,530ft) – Phedi (1,130m/ 3,707ft) – drive to Pokhara(820m/2,690ft):
Distance: 6km
Duration: 3-4 hours trek and 45 minutes drive.
The journey offers us the pristine views of Himalayan Range, green lush vegetation while desending From Pothana to Dhampus to Phedi through dense forest. At Phedi, we take some rest and drive to famous and beautifultourist hub of Nepal: Pokhara. Today, we celebrate our victory at Pokhara.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation:Overnight in pokhara at 3 star Hotel with Breakfast
DAY 21: Pokhara (820m/2,690ft) – Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft):
Distance:210km
Duration: 6-7 hours.
Enjoy the delicious breakfast at the city of lakes before we leave Pokhara. From Pokhara, we drive for 5-6 hours and reach at Katmandu in the afternoon. You can take rest in the hotel or stroll around Thamel area to enjoy the city life.
Meals:breakfast
Accommodation:Overnight in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel with Breakfast
Day 22: Departure/ farewell:
After final checking at hotel, we leave towards Tribhuwan International airport for departure flight.
Meal: Breakfast.
Final say:
Chulu west peak climbing is one of the most challenging treks in Annapurna Region. MMT has customized this package to the trekkers to provide the real experience of mountain expedition along with the adventurous trekking.
We have tailored this trek after long run consultation with experts and as recommended by them, the above itinerary as well as acclimatization is scheduled. We have also hired the experienced Sherpa guides to assist you in peak climbing, train the trekkers about mountaineering and use of gears.
MMT is always dedicated to make the trek successful. We guarantee to make the expedition mesmerizing and pleasant. For further detail, contact our experts!
Note:
* The above mentioned distance and duration are approximate; and it may vary from person to person or place to place. We have finalized about it after many researches and experts’ suggestion.
Eating is a big part of Holiday. Travelling with Mountain Mart Trek, you experience the vast array of wonderful food Nepalese, Chinese, Continental, Italian and several local cuisines. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic and each place special food during your trip. Mountain restaurant owner prefer not to order many dishes and waste food as they would like to cater more trekkers with limited food before run off stuck. Its a week or more days hard work to porters and caravans to bring food to these places. During this trek you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the same Lodge, lunch will be eaten at one of the trail side restaurants en-route.
A Tea House is the combination of guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. Private rooms are available in most Tea Houses, except for high altitudes ones where it will be just dormitories. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. There is a large dining room-cum-lounge, warmed by the bukhara stove (an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lighted. There is normally no electric lighting in the rooms unless the village has hydroelectric power. The dining room usually hassolar lighting.
Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances - mobile phones and cameras - and there may be a small charge for this.
Mountain Mart Trek provides unlimited chlorine/Iodine treated water during the trek. All tea houses have mineral water and boiled water for trekkers upon additional cost. We discourage the purchase of Mineral water and bottled water while on the Trek as plastic bottles aredifficult to dispose off and have become an environmental problem
Mountain Mart Trek offers you complementary route map and T-shirt
This is a very active trip, meaning you will be on the move most of the time, so pack as lightly as possible. We provide one porter for every two travellers; your trekking gear will be carried by the porter in a duffel bag that we will provide. The maximum the porters are allowed to carry 15 kgs per trekker means 30 kgs from 2 trekkers . Unnecessary luggage can left in Kathmandu Hotel and its absolutely free of cost. .
Please read the Checklist section of this trip notes for additional details of what you need to bring for the trek on this trip. You will need to bring a comfortable medium sized day pack to carry the things that you will need during the day. This should have a waist strap or (better) a padded waist belt. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the year.
Our outdoor staffs are fully insured and well equipped. MMT offers attractive salary packages to guides, porters and other trekking staffs. We also pay sustainable salaries/wages during low season when no work is available. Our porters may carry a maximum mass of 30 kilograms.
We have extensive logistical experience in both individual and group tour operations. We customize your holdiay as per requirment and always endeavour to meet ultimate expetation. MMT tour operaters are professionalize in Nepal trekking, high adventure passes, climbing and mountaineering, cultural tours, white water rafting and many more.
Safety and trip comfort are no compromises and top priorities of the company inclusively to both clients and trekking crews. Our trekking leaders are pharmacy trained and have considerable knowledge on AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) from different training workshops conducted by HRA (Himalayan Rescue Association), KEEP (Kathmandu Education Invironment Project) and TAAN (Trekking Agencies' Association of Nepal) . We believe health is wealth: Guides and porters are fully insured and sufficient trekking gear is supplied by MMT. Emergency First Aid Kits are carried by trek leaders for health support for clients and trekking staff. We are constantly in communication with our trek leaders about weather issues which might influence trips.
We are an independent ultimate outdoor adventure team, based in Nepal, who explore and experience the unspoiled flora, fauna and landscapes of the towering Himalayas as well as the treasures of myth and legend of Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. Mountain Mart Treks offers a splendid alternative solution for adventure, fun, research, and eco tourism to these South Asian countries. We believe each our happy client is our next trek.
Mountain Mart Trek has numerous fixed departures trekking tours to match several travelers. Besides, we also offer customize guaranteed departure dates upon your advice and make happen comfortably. MMT will organize treks for groups with specific interests and will adjust itineraries for groups with age-specific requirements. Group sizes can range from a single trekker up to a maximum of 10 people
Our trekking team has more than 20 years route experiences in remote adventure, peak climbing, expeditions, culture and nature research, whatever your condition we will help you to achieve your final goal. We believe in adventure beyond the fun. We are more specialized in unbeaten and unspoiled nature finder trekking operator..
Our prices are extremely competitive and our service will touch your feelings. We have a good business relationship with domestic and international airlines, hotels and resorts and are the sole agents for several treks and tours. We guarantee fair prices and top class unexpected Services.We offer a transparent travel service and no hidden costs will hit our clients during their trip.
MMT offers a one stop travel solution and is proud to inform our valued clients that all types of travel service, including international air bookings, visa services for India, Tibet, Bhutan, and China are on offer. Apart from trekking, we are the sole agents for mountain climbing expeditions, white water rafting, wildlife safaris, cultural tours, bird watching tours as well as budget and group tours to Tibet and Bhutan
“Trekking in Nepal? - choose Mountain Mart” - Nov 20, 2019
Foreigners other than Indian citizen, who intend to visit Nepal must hold a valid passport prior to apply for a Nepal visa. The passport must have six months validity from the date of arrival. Travelers can obtain a Nepalese visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, or at a border immigration office. One recent copy of a passport size color photo is required to apply for Tourist Visa to Nepal.
Visa Fees:
Yes, our Airport Representative will be there to greet you outside the Terminal Hall (after you have completed passport, immigration and visa requirements) He will be displaying our Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition logo with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel.
Mountain Mart Treks & Expeditions is all about providing you with local insights as well as adventure. With that in mind, we use a mixture of local buses and taxis, private mini buses for city sightseeing and airport pickups and sometimes land cruisers for journeys into the mountains, to and from trekking points. The choice of vehicle will also depend on the size of your group. See the “Price Includes” section for your trek’s options. All vehicles are maneuverable and flexible enabling us to take you through the narrow roads of Nepal. We carefully omit to talk about he crazy, exciting, heart thumping driving that whips you from place to place.
Should you have special transport requests, please contact us.
We use standard rooms, as per our “Price Includes” section, in Kathmandu. We serve you lodge double room available in the route in sharing basis. This service provide as per trekking plan you purchased with us. Lodges are mostly in village, which allows you to buy sweets and drinks, which we do not carry with us. For Tea House (lodge) trekking you will get a double room, on shared basis, as per your trekking plan.
Most treks are suitable for anyone who is moderately fit. No previous experience is required. To condition yourself for trekking, some physical fitness programs such as regular walking, running, swimming, and hiking are recommended before you embark on your journey. Any person suffering from a pre-existing medical condition or diseases must seek medical advice before considering a trek. Whilst on a trek, it is common to experience some discomfort before you become fully acclimatized to altitude.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner each day, as per itinerary, is included. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform us beforehand.
Hot showers will be available in some lodges at your own expense.
Electricity will not always be available, especially in more remote areas. Carry a second set of charged batteries with you – and don’t forget your adapters! Your guide will know where you will be able to charge your batteries next.
There are telephones in a few villages along the routes from which you can make international calls. Cell phone reception cannot be relied on in the mountains and in many regions not at all. If required, we can supply a satellite phone service. Please inform us should you need this service, which must be at your expense.
In most cities yes, to some extent, however once you leave the cities behind, you can only use cash. Make sure that you take sufficient Nepalese rupees for your needs in small denominations. In some places, Dollars, Euros and Pounds will be accepted.
It all depends on your spending habits. 15 to 20 US$ a day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, souvenir shopping of local crafts when available and a few drinks. You can buy these things only in certain villages.
Tips are always expected. It is good to tip trekking staff at the end of a trek. The standard recommendation for tipping is for each person, in a group of 10 or more persons, to tip the guide US$ 10 per day and each porter US$ 3 per day. For groups of one or two persons and above USD$ 12 per day for guide and USD$ 5 for porter is recommended.
Please bring a water bottle to fill with purified water. We will provide you with purified water to each day. So you don’t need anything unless you want to bring your own water purifier (If so, please inform us beforehand). You can also buy mineral water in some villages along the trail.
All stuff what you have are not necessary to take to trekking as this makes your porter extra heavy and things can be lost and damaged during the trek. You can leave such stuff at your Hotel in Kathmandu or Mountain Mart Trekking store. Luggage storage facility is absolutely free of cost.
We plan each trek to depart at our customer’s convenience. Usually, a day or two after you fly into Kathmandu; spend a day or two in the capital, meeting the team, checking on all the gear and then departing after breakfast on the prearranged day.
A valid Passport – which must be valid for at least 6 months after you return from your tour. It needs to contain few blank pages. Bring minimum five copies of passport size photos to issue your arrival Nepal visa (which is payable only on USD cash) and trekking permits
Yes, our company insures all our trekking staff: guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters.
Whilst on a trek, our porters will take care of your luggage service as per the “Price Includes” section. Your porter may carry a maximum of 15kg of luggage per person, in a soft bag A porter carries two trekkers’ bags (30kg).All you need to carry is your small day bag with personal belongings, camera, water, sun cream and sufficient warm and rain clothing for the day.
Weather in the Himalayas is notoriously difficult to predict: expect the unexpected. Nights are generally much cooler than the day. In winter (December to February) nights can be cold while days are beautiful (and warm when the sun is out). Snow can fall at any time of the year. Temperatures can range from 15°C to 25°C above 5000m. It is important to stay warm and dry in any conditions – so carry sufficient gear in you pack each day.
Yes, providing your group size meets tour agreed minimum, we include a free place for a leader, company representative and teacher.
The safety and well-being of our clients is our first priority. Whilst acknowledging that there are inherent risks in all travel that can never be totally eliminated, we endeavor to minimize any risks or dangers that have the potential to lead to any more than reasonable level of physical or emotional distress for our clients, staff and partners.
We aim to do this by:
A trekking holiday should never be about making it to the final point quickly. Along the route we can add days at your request (with additional costs to cover guides, porters, accommodation and food if given sufficient time to make the arrangements.
Yes, there are many options and choices to extend your holiday before or after your main trek. Please browse our trip extension on home page and the following suggestions offer a few possibilities:
Trekking or Mountaineering in the higher elevation of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which inherit the risk of AMS or injuries or even death. MMT is always concern regarding the comfort, safety and health of trekkers while meandering in higher altitude. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard; but sometime nature’s curse or fluctuate climate in Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned Terms and Conditions then you are heartily welcome at MMT office, Kaldhara-marg, Paknajol, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.
1. All the bookings of the packages are dealt with Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition which is an authorized adventure company based in capital of Nepal: Kathmandu.
2. The term ‘Trip’ formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions or holiday in the mystical land, Nepal.
3. MMT faithfully offers all the amenities in the estimated price of the package.
4. Please go through itinerary page or trek inclusion page for the detail information of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:
5. The travelers must pay 20% upfront out of the total trip cost for the trip conformation.
6. You can pay the booking conformation amount either by credit card and wire transfer, both payment option subject to charge additional bank service fees upto 4% on top of the sum.
7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the conformation letter through online and assure to provide all the service detail as mentioned in the itinerary.
8. The final payment must be submitted at the MMT office before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before the payment.
09. Regarding trip cancellation, we entertain free trip cancellation service upon submission of trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date upon adequate evidence and written reasons.
10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date then 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.
11. 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip departure date.
12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking payment if you cancel the trek prior to 15 days of the departure date.
13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it is started; but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.
14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the authority to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number (2) of travelers. In this condition, company will postpone or manage alternative trip.
15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather condition), we will refund after deduction of minimum operating cost involved.
16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.
17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as cancelation fee. The charge of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.
18. The policy of our company is: Trekkers must have insurance policy contract if they want to trek with MMT. The policy must feature: medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, as well as flight cancellation insurance if possible.
19. Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips which have high risk factor and demand more physical stamina plus training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.
20. There may appear hindrance, obstacles or circumstances like: political riot, insurgency, accident, climate change, or natural disasters during the course of trip. Make sure you are ready to deal with all these problems.
21. The trip route, accommodation, modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to the unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.
22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to above circumstances, we may charge additional cost or lessen the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.
23. MMT holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain or retain any members of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indiscipline. If you want to trek with MMT, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.
24. MMT has contracted with network of companies, government of Nepal, individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform their duties as contracted. We are not liable in case of loss, damage, irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.
25. MMT is not responsible for the violation of any law or rules committed by the travelers in any country.
26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No any individual: employees, representatives, guides of the company can alter the terms and conditions.
27. These terms and conditions may only be waived in special circumstances with written application to the director. Only the director of the company has all the right to amend them.
28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trekking. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval, if asked.
29. If the flight is cancelled or get delayed due to fluctuate climate or any other causes, MMT is not responsible for the extra expenses or compensation. We can manage alternative arrangement on special request which may demand other extra cost.
30. We have displayed the authentic, genuine and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If any mistake, incomplete or wrong information is seen, please inform us on time.
31. Please read all the above mentioned ‘Terms and Conditions’ before making the bookings. You must abide these conditions if you fancy to trek in the Himalayas with Mountain Mart Treks (MMT)
Foreigners other than Indian citizen, who intend to visit Nepal must hold a valid passport prior to applying for a Nepal visa. The passport must have six months validity from the date of arrival. Foreigners can obtain a Nepalese visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, or at a border immigration office. One recent copy of a passport size color photo is required to apply for Tourist Visa to Nepal. Mountain Mart Trek has listed Nepal visa information tips for travelers to Nepal.
A foreigner who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year. If any foreigner who has entered Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to extend his/her stay into the new visa year, he/she may do so by purchasing another visa for the New Year. Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of the stay.
An application for a Tourist Visa must be submitted in the format referred to in Appendix 1.
A Nepali visa issued abroad is valid for entry for three to six months from the date of issue. True -
Citizens of the following countries should be issue visa in their own country to Nepal embassy and consulate.
Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Zimbabwe.
No foreigners except Indians are entitled to Nepal without a valid visa.
Visas can be obtained from the following immigration offices in Nepal:
A copy of the Visa Form is available for use at the end of this document that avoids you long queue to pick up the Nepal visa form at the international airport.
The fees payable only in USD dollars for obtaining a visa on arrival at any border are as follows:
The fees payable (only in local Nepali currency) to extend the duration of your stay, or to renew a visa are:
A transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration offices at an entry point upon the production of a departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The fee is US$ 5 or equivalent convertible currency. A transit visa may not be extended.
A Nepali Visa can be obtained from Nepal Embassy / Consulate Offices in your country, or upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. It is also possible to obtain the visa from other border points of entry. You'll need 1 passport photo each time.
For foreign investors, a business visa with a multiple entry facility for a period of one year or five years can be obtained from the Department of Immigration on the recommendation of the Department of Industry and Commerce by paying US$ 100 and US$ 250 or equivalent convertible foreign or Nepali currency.
Note: While we try to make the information contained herein as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss, disruption or inconvenience sustained by anyone using this information.
Foreign visitors are requested to keep a note of the dates on their Nepalese visa and their passport number to avoid possible problems. Visa extensions need to be applied for, within the valid period of the Nepalese visa.
You are requested to ensure that you get the arrival/departure stamps on your passport at the entry /exit points to avoid possible legal complications.
Living in Nepal without a passport or a valid visa is a punishable offence.
Deviation from the prescribed trekking routes mentioned on your trekking permit will be treated as a violation of the law.
You are advised to be aware of brokers/cheaters and counterfeit documents or visa/trekking permits to avoid legal complications.
Change of purpose of your stay without permission is not allowed and employment or voluntary services while on a tourist visa is strictly prohibited. It will be a punishable offence.
Be certain to register at the police and Immigration check points along any trail. It would be wise to register your trekking destination and schedule at your Embassy or Consulate.
If you encounter problems along the trails, immediately inform the nearest police or Immigration post officials.
You are requested to change money with recognized dealers and do not forget to take and keep formal receipts.
You are requested to inform the officials at an Immigration Office or Police Station of any changes in the address previously given in your visa application form or disembarkation card, and within seven days.
If, as a tourist, your stay is more than 120 days in one visa year and you wish to visit additional places for longer than 24 hours, you must register at the local police office of such places, your name, passport number and address.
You are advised to be mindful to contact the Department of Immigration to request a visa transfer in the case of getting a new passport or travel document from your embassy, and within seven days.
Passport and trekking permits should be kept by each trekker while trekking.
Filming in restricted or notified areas without permission is strictly prohibited.
Please do not take out the visa stickers from your passport and do not try to change records printed in your passport.
We request your co-operation in observing the following guidelines during your stay in Nepal. Respect local traditions, customs, values and sentiments, help to protect local culture and maintain local pride.
Indian citizens are permitted to travel in Nepal provided they have any one of the following documents:
Passport; Driving license with photograph; Identity card with photograph issued by a governmental body; Ration card with photograph; Voter identity card with photograph; Registration certificate issued by the Indian embassy to Indian citizens residing in Nepal; Ad hoc/temporary identity cards issued by the Indian embassy to the Indian citizen in the event of exigency; Document with photograph and setting out identity, issued by the sub-divisional magistrate or authority there above.
| Department of Immigration Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu. |
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| Tel : | 977 - 01 - 4433934 / 4429660 / 4438862 / 4438868 |
| Fax : | 977 - 01 - 4433935 |
| Email : | mail@nepalimmigration.gov.np |
| Web : | http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/ |
| Sunday to Thursday | 10:30 a.m. - 17:00 p.m. in Summer |
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10:30 a.m. - 16:00 p.m. in Winter (Nov. to Jan.) |
| Friday | 10:30 a.m. -15:00 p.m. |
| Sunday to Thursday | 10:30 a.m. - 15:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 10:30 a.m. - 13:00 p.m. |
Note: All of the information above is based on information from the Department of Immigration of Nepal’s office and may be found on their website.
All trekkers are required to carry a Trekkers' Information Management System card (TIMS card). It is available from the Tourist Services Centre in Kathmandu: Sun – Fri 10:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00. It is free, but requires two passport photographs. (Trekking agencies provide the cards for their clients.) Show it at check points on trekking routes.
Trekking Permits are required for all treks that pass through Conservation Areas or National Parks.
Conservation Area permits can be purchased at the Tourist Services Centre for Rs 2000 plus two photographs.
National Park entry tickets cost Rs 3000 and require no photograph. Purchase at the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation office Sun – Fri 09:00 – 14:00 only (next to the Tourist Services office).
Restricted Area Permits are required mainly for camping style trekking in remote areas near the Tibetan border – for which a guide is strongly recommended. They can only be purchased for two or more trekkers. The permits are issued by the Central Immigration Office, require two working days, your original passports (not facsimiles) and two photographs. Costs range from US$10/week to US$500/10 days plus substantial additional amounts for each additional day. These will be procured by your chosen trekking agency. Offices are open daily, but with restricted hours on Saturdays.
The foreign tourist visiting Nepal shall be granted the tourist visa.
The tourist visa shall be granted for a period in maximum of 150 days in a visa year (Visa years means January to December).
A tourist who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year.
If any foreigner who has entered into Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to spend even the period during which he may stay in Nepal with the tourist visa of the other visa year, he may use such facility.
Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of his stay.
Note: Above information is based on Department of Immigration of Nepal office.
Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition
Kaldhara Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
G.P.O. 19070
Mobile: +977 9851 082484 (Dolakh)
Phone: +977 1 4262199
whatsApp: +977-9851 082484 (Dolakh)
Email: info@mountainmarttreks.com
mountainmarttrekking@gmail.com
URL: www.mountainmarttreks.com
Office Hours: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM (Sun-Fri)
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