Lower Mustang Trek

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Lower Mustang Trek Difficulty
Trekking in Mustang is a dream today. It is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal. Lower Mustang Trekking is comparatively easier than Upper Mustang Trekking. Mustang, which is also known as the cold desert affords the most spectacular mountain views, most appealing landscapes, the most hospitable people and culture. Trekking in Lower Mustang Region is a moderate experience. Trekking around Jomsom is little bit difficult otherwise you will have pleasant experiences all around.

Lower Mustang Trek offers best experiences all around. If you consider for the weather condition and prepare for it, nothing will create obstacles for you. Altitude might be a little problem for you. However, you will be spending your night at around the elevations of 3000 m and you shall have enough time to acclimatize. The highest point also doesn’t exceed more than 3710 m.

Muktinath Temple, Kagbeni and Dumba Lake Region will refresh your mind and mood during this trek. Just be sure about the time and weather condition before you begin. Have some physical preparation and yoga practices for a couple of days.

Best Season for Lower Mustang Trek
Trekking and Hiking are the most popular leisure activities around the world. They can be great pursuit of happiness if they are secured and successful. Therefore, before undertaking these activities we must be very clear about when to go.

Hiking in Nepal can be done throughout the year. Autumn and spring are the best seasons to go on trekking in Nepal. Every season has something distinct. Autumn season lasts for September to November and Spring Season lasts for March to May. To visit almost all regions of Nepal these two seasons are ideal.

During Spring Season Nepal experiences moderate climate. The hills will be veiled with the blossoms of Rhododendron, orchid etc. Autumn Season is the loveliest season in Nepal. The temperature is warm even at the Mountains. The days will be clear which affords the best mountain views. These two seasons are perfect for every part of the country.

Winter season (December to January) is little colder at the Himalayas. The precipitation will be at the form snowfall. However, the days are still warmer with plenty of sunshine. The rainfall is occasional. If you like to travel in peaceful trails and can cope up with extreme cold weather, you can choose winter season.

Nepal experiences summer monsoon. We don’t recommend Summer Season (June to August) to you. However, this season can be the best time to visit the rain shadow areas like Mustang and Manang.

Preparation for Lower Mustang Trek
Work one after proper planning and much preparation never fails. Trekking and Hiking is also such a event which requires a lot of preparations. These pursuits require a good level of physical fitness. Not only good physique helps you out, but also a mental strength is vital. If you have undertaken some smaller hikes earlier, trekking will be much easier for you. You need to be familiar with trekking and climbing gears.

Besides that you need to be aware of basic climbing and mountaineering skills also depending upon the difficulty level. Cardio, yoga, jogging, running, swimming, etc. helps you to build up your physics. Stress Endurance Practice helps you to build up your mental capacity. Similarly, have plenty of hygienic foods including protein, carbohydrates and minerals. Here are some tips for preparing for any trekking/Climbing or Hiking in Nepal:

• Go for a run or hike to hills where you have to do ascents and descents.
• Once a week, do a long walk.
•  Swim and cycle.
•  You can also go up and down the stairs of a tall building.
•  Eat healthy food.
•  Keep on doing yoga. If you can, do more yoga related to breathing.

Altitude Sickness
Altitude Sickness is also known as Acute Mountain Sickness. It is a medical condition when our body could not adjust to the environment due to the low level of oxygen in the air. At high altitude, the level of the oxygen in the air is thin due to which our body can not adjust easily to the environment. Normally, it is more common above 2500 meter above the symptoms.

Common Symptoms: Headache, Nausea, Dizziness, Vomiting, Fatigue, Loss of Appetite, Trouble Sleeping etc.

Types of Altitude Sickness:

•  Acute Mountain Sickness: It is very common at high altitude and can cause vomiting, dizziness, nausea etc. overall, it is the mildest form of altitude sickness.
•  High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE): It is a very dangerous and life threatening conditions because fluid is built up in the lungs.
• High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE): It is the most severe stage of Altitude Sickness because fluid is built up in the brain. It is life threatening one. The victim will be unable to walk, breathe and ultimately in Coma.

Treatment:
If you realize any other symptoms associated with Altitude Sickness other than Headache, just change your elevation. If the symptoms are severe, you need immediate medical attention. You need to consult with a physician. The best treatment of Altitude Sickness is to climb down as low as possible. If you are at a very high altitude, just climb below 4000m. If you have High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) , you might need a steroid called Dexamethasone. If you have High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), you will need supplemental oxygen and other medications.

Prevention:
The best way to prevent Altitude Sickness is to have a lot of Acclimatization. That simply means climb high and sleep low. Here are some of the basic guidelines for preventing Altitude Sickness.

•  Do not climb hurriedly. Keep your pace steady.
•  Do have a lot of acclimatization.
•  Do not drink alcohol or do not smoke.
•  Drink plenty of fresh water.
•  Eat plenty of hygienic foods.
•  Use Diamox Pills 24 hrs prior to the climb.

Trekking Gears for Lower Mustang Trek
For the safe, secure, and successful trekking experience, we need some gears and instruments. We also may require some technical trekking instruments depending upon the difficulty grade. Here we are going to discuss briefly about trekking gears and instruments for Nepal.

Packing: Duffle Bag (It is useful if you hire a porter, It must be waterproof, durable, and lockable), Rucksack Bag with Waterproof Cover (It is useful if you travel independently), Daypack

Clothings: Hiking Boots, Socks, Gloves, Hat, Scarf, Shell Pants, Light Weight Walking Pants, Fleece Jacket, Waterproof Jacket, Thermal Vest, T-shirts, Hiking Shorts etc.

Sleeping: Sleeping Bag, Pillow Case, and other Sleeping Accessories

Other Accessories: Trekking Poles, Water filters, Harness, Mosquito Repellent, Towel, and other luxury items.

Ten Essentials for Trekking

•  Navigation (Map/ Compass)
•  Sun Protection (Sunglass/Sun Screen)
•  Insulation( Extra Clothing)
•  Illumination (Headlamp/ Flashlight)
•  First Aid Supplies
•  Fire (Waterproof Matches/lighter/ Candle)
•  Repair Kits and tools
•  Nutrition (Extra Food)
•  Emergency Shelter (Tent/ Plastic Tube Tent/ Garbage supplies)
•  Extra Clothes

Is Nepal Safe for Trekking?
No doubt, Nepal is safe. In fact, it is safer than any other countries of the world. Nepal is a country full of diversities. Nepali people are hospitable, kind, and cultured. Nepali people are also religious and spiritual by nature. Therefore, they understand the language of love and kindness better than other. For them, service to human is service to the God.
Tourism is the mainstay of the Nepalese economy. Trekking is the best thing to do in Nepal. Nepal has so many trekking destinations which offer you the best memories of your life. But the trails in many different parts of Nepal are yet to be discovered. High Altitude, unpredictable weather conditions, strenuous trails, are not easy to handle. Snow storm and snow blast are the other challenges that may disturb you otherwise Trekking in Nepal is full of Surprises. It is a museum full of social, cultural, and natural riches.

As far as your safety concerned, Nepal is safe for trekking and hiking. The existing trekking trails are upgraded and they have become populous. The 10 years long armed revolution has also come to an end with peaceful politics. Along with the formulation of her new constitution, the socio economic development of Nepal has started to speed up. No more procession, rallies, strikes will disturb you.

On the other hand, the scars of devastating earthquake (2015 AD) are also being healed up along with the completion of reconstruction. You shouldn’t bother about your safety and security in Nepal. It is our responsibility to satisfy you. Putting Visit Nepal -2020 into considerations, Nepal has been working out day and night to make her safe, secure and worth visiting country in the globe.
Don’t let the opportunity go, come and visit Nepal in 2020.

Meals
Most of the classic trekking destinations in Nepal have developed the basic infrastructures for tourism industry. There won’t be problem for your meal. In Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, and other major cities you will have a varieties of dishes including Indian, Continental, Chinese, Italian and other. Whereas, at remote areas where there are no or few tea house are located, our crew will prepare meal for you.
There won’t be much varieties since the will have to carry the entire camping and kitchen instrument with themselves which is practically very difficult. But we strive hard to provide healthy food with added delicacy.
Our trekking packages include Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Accommodation
We offer you a three star accommodation while in Kathmandu. We will be staying at the available lodge or teahouse on the trek. Some of the trekking regions have adequate teahouse whereas some are very remote and we shall depend on Camping. You have to be ready to spend night under the tent for some days in some places. Otherwise, we shall provide you a comfortable stay at hotels with en suite bathroom and hot showers. The rooms will be single or twin sharing as per the availability.

Tips for Lower Mustang Trek

•  Try not alone; always hire a professional local trekking Guide
•  Learn safety rules
•  Acclimatize and Acclimatize
•  Choose the right trail for your fitness
•  Carry local currency
•  Pace yourself, don’t travel under pressure
•  Wear the most comfortable dress help you to succeed
•  Select a Government Licensed Trekking Agency
•  Be familiar with the trails
•  Check the weather condition before you begin
•  Tell someone where you will be
•  Buy an Insurance Policy with the appropriate coverage
•  Pack ten Essentials

Final Say
Lower Mustang Trek is one of the inspiring journeys. It is one of the most sought out places of Nepal and now has become one of the prominent parts of Annapurna Region. If you have been in Nepal and haven’t gone to this region, you have missed so much about Nepal. Mustang is easily reachable as well. You can directly fly to Jomsom if you are unable to take a journey of 5/6 hours every day.

Otherwise, a healthy body and mind is much to go on this trek. If you are also thinking of going in this trek in your upcoming visit in Nepal, Please visit our office. We will have a cup of tea and discuss more about this together.