Damodar Kunda Trek via Saribung Pass

Trip Brief

  • Duration 22 Days
  • Difficulty Level Technical
  • Max- Altitude 5700 Meters
  • Starting Point - Ending Point Jomsom - Besisahar
  • Guide Language English

Damodar Kunda situated in the north of Mustang is an isolated region of Nepal which is rarely visited by westerners. Domadar Kunda which is one of the of the last frontiers close to Tibetan border, the rugged landscape and unique cultural practice finely blend forming  iconic exposure of lands lying behind the time. This astonishing trekking journey from Mustang we will make our way through several high passes including Saribung La(6042m) and reach the regions of Nar and Phu, where the Tibetan culture oozes out from the small villages and monasteries we pass. The main eye popping factor of this trek is the awe-inspiring landscape making it a photographer’s  as well as adventure lover, nature admirer and travelers paradise.


Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, W Adventure’s representative will welcome you and take your hotel,

Day 02: Trip preparation day and Kathmandu sightseeing,

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu (1350 m / 4428 ft) to Pokhara (850 m / 2788 ft) 7-8 hrs,
Or 25 minutes optional flight,

Day 04: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2713 m / 8898 ft) and trek to Kagbeni (2810 m / 9216 ft), 25 minutes flight & 3-4 hrs trek,

Day 05: Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3030 m / 9939 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Day 06: Trek from Chele to Geiling (3440 m / 11283 ft) via Taklam La (3624 m / 11887 ft), Dajori La (3735 m / 12251 ft) & Yamda La (3920 m / 12858 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Day 07: Trek from Geiling to Tsarang (3490 m / 11447 ft) via Tsarang La Pass (3850 m / 12628 ft), 7-8 hrs,

Day 07: Rest and exploring day around Tsarang (3490 m / 11447 ft),

Day 08: Trek from Tsarang to Yara (3650 m / 11972 ft), 7-8 hrs,

Day 09: Trek from Yara to Luri Gompa (4005 m / 13136 ft), 2-3 hrs,

Day 10: Trek from Luri Gompa to Ghuma Thanti (4600 m / 15088 ft) via 51000 Meter Pass, 7-8 hrs,

Day 11: Trek from Ghuma Thanti to Parse Khola via Kyumupani Danda, 4-5 hrs,

Day 12: Trek from Parse Khola to Damodar Kunda (4890 m / 16039 ft), 7-8 hrs,

Day 13: Trek from Damodar Kunda to Base Camp (4950 m / 16039ft), 3-4 hrs,

Day 14: Trek from Base Camp to High Camp (5600 m / 18368 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Day 15: Trek from High Camp (5600 m / 18368 ft) to Glacier Camp (5000 m / 16400 ft) via Saribung Pass (6042 m / 19818 ft), 7-8 hrs,

Day 16: Trek from Glacier Camp and to Phu (4080 m / 13383 ft), 8-9 hrs,

Day 17: Trek from Phugaon (3980 m / 13055 ft) to Meta (3500 m / 11480 ft) via Chakku (3560 m / 11677 ft) and Jhunam (3580 m /11743 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Day 18: Trek from Meta to Koto (2600 m / 8528 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Day 19: Trek from Koto to Tal (1700 m / 5576 ft), 7-8 hrs,

Day 20: Trek from Tal to Chamche (1136 m / 3726 ft), 2-3 hrs and drive to Besisahar (800 m / 2624 ft), 2-3 hrs,

Day 21: Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu (1350 m / 4428 ft), 7-8 hrs,

Day 22: Fly back home.

Cost Includes

  • Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers in private vehicle e.g. car, jeep, van etc.
  • Three Star Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara (Bed & Breakfast Basis)
  • Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara (or flight)
  • Flights Jomsom-Pokhara
  • Nepal Government Certified (license holder) English Speaking mountain climbing-trekking guide(s)
  • Professional and strong mountain trekking assistance guide, sarder, porters, tent boy, kitchen helpers, cook etc.
  • Conservation Area Trekking Entry Permits
  • Special Restricted area trekking permits (Upper Mustang & Nar Phu)
  • Three meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
  • Tea-coffee, Juice, Milk, Soups, Bakery foods, Snacks, Vegetables, Meats, Eggs etc.
  • Camping (tent) accommodation during the trek
  • Camping equipments: tents (sleeping, kitchen, dining, toilet), mattress, kitchenware, basket, table and chairs, rope etc.
  • First aid and medical kits
  • Wages, meals, accommodation, transportations, equipments, insurance and other facilities to the trekking staffs during the trek
  • Welcome & Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant
  • All kind of rescue arrangements
  • All kind of local and government TAX etc.

Cost Excludes

  • Kathmandu & Pokhara Meals (Lunch & Dinner)
  • Insurance that covers Trekking/Travel/Accident/Medical/Emergency evacuations
  • International & Domestic airfare
  • Tips for the trekking staffs and driver
  • Alcoholic items
  • Personal expenses: shopping, laundry, trekking equipment, SIM Card etc.
  • Nepal Visa fee
  • Cost raised by unpredictable conditions: cancellation, natural calamities, political situation, illness etc.
  • Others expenses which are not mentioned above in INCLUDE section

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