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Ancient Mustang Trek - Trekking in Nepal | Everest Trek | Nepal Travel | Volunteer
Ancient Mustang Trek - Trekking in Nepal | Everest Trek | Nepal Travel | Volunteer
Best Time for Mustang Trekking: Summer (March - October) $2850
Oct. 5, 2013 - Guaranteed Departure; 4 places left on this trek. (Mustang Trek Nepal with TREKT Himalaya. )
*This trek is limited and we can only guarantee your place once we secure your trekking permit which ensures entry to Upper Mustang. Please book as soon as possible. We will do our best to accomodate last minute bookings.
Education Experience: The Upper Mustang Trek in Nepal is a great alternative for travelers who want to experience real Tibetan culture as it was in the past. The Loba (Lo Pa) people are ethnic Tibetan and practice a form of Buddhism from the Sakya lineage. There is also a sect of the rare Bon religion here. The Bon priests practice along with Tibetan lamas at local festival. For those who are interested in religion, anthropology, Asian studies, mythology, art or antiquity this is a great field study.
Here is a from the Vanishing Cultures Project about Mustang: http://youtu.be/GJHEwqeViYA
The Ancient Kingdom of Mustang Trek Nepal
Best Time for Mustang Trekking: Summer (March - October) $2850 Oct. 5, 2013 - Guaranteed Departure; 4 places left on this trek. (Mustang Trek Nepal with TREKT Himalaya. )
*This trek is limited and we can only guarantee your place once we secure your trekking permit which ensures entry to Upper Mustang. Please book as soon as possible. We will do our best to accomodate last minute bookings.
Mustang Trek Highlights
- Ancient Tibetan Culture - people live here as they did 300 years ago.
- Entrance to once Forbidden Kingdom of Upper Mustang
- Lo Manthang - Home of the King of Mustang
- View of Caves of Mustang - as featured on National Geographic Channel
- Cultural Immersion trek with local guide. Our guides explain culture, take you to ceremonies, explain Tibetan practices, and Himalayan way of life.
Education Experience: The Upper Mustang Trek in Nepal is a great alternative for travelers who want to experience real Tibetan culture as it was in the past. The Loba (Lo Pa) people are ethnic Tibetan and practice a form of Buddhism from the Sakya lineage. There is also a sect of the rare Bon religion here. The Bon priests practice along with Tibetan lamas at local festival. For those who are interested in religion, anthropology, Asian studies, mythology, art or antiquity this is a great field study.
Videos of Mustang Region Nepal
Check out this video of a Bon Religion ritual made by a Russian tourist: http://youtu.be/5eaGjDBzaN0Here is a from the Vanishing Cultures Project about Mustang: http://youtu.be/GJHEwqeViYA
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Thank You | RocketHub - Medical Trek Nepal
Thank You | RocketHub
We supported Medical Trek Nepal with a $20 donation on Rocket Hub!
Thanks to all of you who supported our Rockethub.com fundraiser for Medical Trek Nepal Volunteer Program. We are still raising funds and preparing for another amazing trek to Dhading, Nepal this October 18th, 2013.
We have doctors and nurses from all over the globe meeting our trekking team in Kathmandu. Then we head out to one of Nepal's most remote regions (and historically one of the most underserved in terms of healthcare) to set up our medical camps over the course of our 10 day trek.
Our Medical Trek Nepal Volunteers end the trek at the Shreebahn Nature Camp for a little rest and relaxation and AMAZING Himalayan views before heading back to Kathmandu and good-byes!
As a bonus, all Nepal Volunteers (not just Med Trekkers) get 15% off Hardcore Nepal Day Trips - Thanks All Who Help Us Help Nepal!
We still need volunteers so if you want to have a Himalayan adventure in Nepal and help others, go to Medical Trek Volunteers in Nepal web site.
We supported Medical Trek Nepal with a $20 donation on Rocket Hub!
We have doctors and nurses from all over the globe meeting our trekking team in Kathmandu. Then we head out to one of Nepal's most remote regions (and historically one of the most underserved in terms of healthcare) to set up our medical camps over the course of our 10 day trek.
Our Medical Trek Nepal Volunteers end the trek at the Shreebahn Nature Camp for a little rest and relaxation and AMAZING Himalayan views before heading back to Kathmandu and good-byes!
As a bonus, all Nepal Volunteers (not just Med Trekkers) get 15% off Hardcore Nepal Day Trips - Thanks All Who Help Us Help Nepal!
We still need volunteers so if you want to have a Himalayan adventure in Nepal and help others, go to Medical Trek Volunteers in Nepal web site.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Trekking Nepal 2013 Season - Himalaya | Trekking | Volunteer | Kathmandu Nepal
Trekking Nepal 2013 Season - Himalaya | Trekking | Volunteer | Kathmandu Nepal
Our trekking season is already getting underway early this year, and I am glad to see it! Already we have seen more tourism than previous years - Nepal has become a nice short break trip for expats traveling from Dubai, Qatar and other places in the Middle East when they have Eid and Ramadan holidays. It's also increasing in popularity as a summer break destination for families and university students.
For 2013 - Himalayan Kingdom of Mustang Trek with Karma Mustangi!
We found Karma through a New York Times article written by Jason Wong (NYT Asia Correspondent), and we are excited to have him on board with us at TREKT Himalaya. We are taking private bookings for Mustang Trek with Karma for Spring 2013, and will have public treks starting in September 2013. Mustang is a good alternative for those who wanted to visit Tibet, but can not due to border closure. Karma will show you his unique Himalayan culture steeped in Tibetan Buddhist traditions and often hailed as the lost Shangri-La.
Everest Base Camp and EBC Mini-Trek
A trek to Everest Base Camp has become a "must-do" adventure for most travelers to Nepal. But for those who want to see the Solu Khumbu region and do not have a lot of time, many companies (like us) have started offering an Everest short trek that starts at Lukla and does a quick 4 day circuit. It's great for Himalayan views, Sherpa culture and a visit to Himalayan Buddhist monasteries. Prices vary, but it is usually under $1000 including the Lukla Flight. Our Everest expert guide is Tashi Sherpa - if you want to know more about Tashi and his homeland, send us an email at info@trekthimalaya.com.
- High altitude trek - Solu Khumbu region - Everest Base Camp Nepal
Off Season Trekking In Nepal
I have always been a big fan of trekking in Nepal's off season because you get to enjoy things at a less crowded pace. This year, we are kicking off Annapurna Circuit trek in the first week of April, but for less crowds, try June or September. For Monsoon time, it's better to stick to Langtang, Poon Hill, or Helambu Treks.
Here are some common things to think about when trekking "off-season" in Nepal:
1) Ask for discounts. Many trekking agents in Nepal have really slow times during our monsoon, and they offer activities at a discounted price. So always ask!
2) Watch out for leaches and landslides! The downside of trekking while the monsoon is on or at the tail end is that Nepal has been deluged with water for 2 months. This creates landslides that block roads leading to many of the popular trekking routes. Also, I'd like to say, "watch out for leeches," but you really can't. You just have to deal with them. Here's a couple web sites that give ideas for leech repellent. The only real option is anything but eco-friendly. I have tried insecticides all over my sock and pants, but those leeches will find you. I even got one in between my fingers once. Gross!
3) Take a longer (or shorter) trek. I encourage you to take as long as you can on any trek. I have never understood the whole rush to get to Everest Base Camp or around the Annapurna Circuit... although the 14 Day Everest Trek is our most popular. I guess many tourist only have a couple weeks holiday from work to spend in Nepal, and they are trying to take in all the sites. Well, I then, try a trek that is traditionally 8 - 10 days and extend it to 14 days. The Tamang Heritage Trail is awesome. The benefit of trekking slowly is you get to meet people and experience the "real Nepal." Running from teahouse to teahouse is like running the Rock-n-Roll Marathon and forgetting to listen to the music. Our Nepal Himalaya are so beautiful, please enjoy them slowly.
4) Take a language class. There are many "Monsoon Language" course that have sprung up. I LOVE that idea. You will get a lot more out of your stay in Nepal if you take at least one week of language class before you head out on your trek. Just enjoy Kathmandu, take you class and then head to the Himalaya!
KEEP offers one of the many summer language classes.
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