Mustang Damodar Kunda Trekking is a sacred and remote adventure trekking in Nepal that combines spiritual pilgrimage, Tibetan culture, and Trans Himalayan wilderness .Mustang Damodar kunda trek is less frequented restricted treks in Mustang region. Mustang Damodar kunda trip holds significant religious importance for both Hindus and Buddhists, panoramic Himalayan views of Dhualagiri 8167m, Annapurna I 8091m, Nilgiri 7041m and encounter with the world highest Throng la pass trek route . Upper Mustang trekking explore the beautiful landscape, Tibetan monasteries, Sky caves, red cliffs, Mustang king palace, world's woldest Ghar Gompa, Luri Gompa and holy Damodar kunda. Mustang Damodar Kunda (Lake) situated 4890 meters in a basin in the Damodar Himal and flows southward through a rain shadow valley on the eastern edge of the Annapurna Range. Now a days, Damodar Kunda trip by Jeep possible until Ghuma Thanti then only two days hike to Damodar kunda.
Damodar Kunda trekking is situated at the lap of high Himalayas in Upper Mustang area of Nepal. Damodar kund has own history : In the column of Barah Puran; Lord Krishna has said that who pays a visit to this Kunda and takes a deep-bath, they will be freed from all the sin. It is also mentioned in Puran that two sons of Kubers were suffering from their wrong doing and sin, which they did in their previous birth but lord Krishna suggested them to take bath in this Kunda and immediately after taking bath in this Kunda they were released from all their sin thus thousand of pilgrimage travelers visit in Damodar kunda specially in Janai Purnima. Mustang Damodar Kunda Darsan by Helicopter service also available who are physically and timely unable to reach by hiking.
Mustang Damodar kunda jeep tour also shortest options instead of hiking whole trip via upper Mustang. Damodar Kunda trekking routes encompassed restricted trekking destination of Nepal and special Mustang trek permit issue through local Nepal trekking companies attend minimum two people. At least 4 days tented / camping trip commence from Ghuma Thanti and hike via Bas Khola and finally reach the Holy Damodar lake however other trekking routes has tea house facilities available. Mustang Damodar Kunda trek permit cost USD 500 for 10 days and extended each day cost USD 50 per person for foreigners. Suggested all travelers trek through government registered local Nepal trekking company recomended by Lonely planet Nepal travel guide book for the secured journeys in Himalaya.
Upper Mustang Damodar Kunda trek cost is depend on group size and choice of the packages however Mustang Damodar kunda trip cost range USD 2950 to 4250 Dollars per person. we have generate Mustang Damodar kunda trekking itinerary as below mentioned howerver trip package may change or extend as per trekkers holiday frame. If trekkers wish to have horse riding to Damodar kunda also possible. ince mustang trekking route open for trekkers aftermath numerous adventure seekers visit to Damodar kunda trekking. Damodar Himal, mountain range in Nepal Himalayas, in Mustang district, Includes Muktinath Himal (6,706m), Bhrikuti Peak (6,364m) . If you are looking for holy trekking destination in Nepal no look after the Upper Mustang Damodar kunda tour package. Now a days Mustang Damodar Kunda overland tour also possible up to Ghuma Thanti then hike to Damodar kunda.
Mustang Damodar Kunda trek begins from Jomsom after 25 minutes fight from pokhara or Pokhara drive to Phedi then 7 days trek to Kagbeni via Ghorepani poon hill Kali gandaki valley. Himalaya Journey Trekking guide led you through beautiful valley of Kagbeni Chele upper Mustang to Damodar kunda lake. We Himalaya Journey Treks and Expedition recommend to you visit during the full moon of August every year, because every year there is a big festival up there many pilgrimages Hindu and Buddhist visit full moon of August. Usually, you can visit April to September every year. We Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange Damodar kunda trekking according to trekkers /adventure seekers holiday schedule and wish with unforgettable life time journeys in Nepal Himalayas. Mustang Damodar kunda Helicopter tour also possible from Pokhara and Kathmandu.
How difficult is the Damodar trek route?
Jomsom Upper Mustang Damodar kunda hiking trip difficulty grade is moderate level. Trekking in Mustang Damodar kunda treks fit for both novice and experienced trekking with average level fitness. Now a days Upper mustang jeep drive tour also possible with in one week travelers who haven’t time visit in upper mustang Damodar kunda on foot.
Upper Mustang treks route is restricted trekking in Nepal Himalaya. Only limited trekkers may visit in the year to preserve the nature , Lombas cultures, caves, and gompas. Upper Mustang trekking opened in 1991 for the tourist. Special Mustang trek permit required to enter the mustang Damodar Kunda apply by Department of immigration Nepal .
Minimum two people essential to get Damodar trek permit through government registered Nepal trekking companies. Upper Mustang Damodar lake trekking permit cost 500 $ Dollars for 10 days which is obligatory for every tourist and extended each day permit cost $50 per person.
The best time trekking in Mustang Damodar Kunda
Nepal Mustang Damodar trek doable around the year as the trek route lies less than 4980 meters and contained rain shadow trekking zone in Nepal.
The best time for Damodar kunda trip in September , October , November , December , March, April and May. You will have fantastic weather and clear Himalayan views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan range.
Apart the above month , trekkers may join for monsoon season ( June, July , August ) as it is less raining areas and January , February (winter season) not much cool like in Everest base camp trekking route. This is the low altitude treks in Nepal not more than 3670 meter from the sea level.
Meals and Accommodation on the Mustang Damodar kunda treks route
You will have varieties of delicious meals available entire the Mustang trekking route. Travelers may choose Nepalese, Indian, Tibetan, Chinese , American, European and continental for breakfast , lunch and dinner choose able from menu.
The best accommodation available during the treks in Mustang region normal lodge to five star category hotel. Travelers may join for both options hotels . for the luxury Mustang trek arrange luxuries hotel in Jomsom ,Muktinath and Lo Manthang.
Mustang Damodar kunda trekking packing list
You need to bring following trekking equipment for Mustang hiking trip
Mustang Damodar kunda trekking price is depend on groups size , length and choice of the packages. Having 4 different route to reach the upper Mustang trek destination , cost is depend on the place where you want to start. Mustang Damodar kunda trip start USD 2950 to 4250 Dollars per person. group join basis Mustang trek package also available for those travelers who want to trek with other people.
Why Mustang Damodar kunda trek package with Himalaya Journey Trekking
Day 01 : Arrive in Kathmandu, 1334m, Himalaya Journey Treks & expedition’s airport representative transfer to hotel , Mustang Damodar kunda trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: After breakfast, HJT tour guide will take to you for kathmandu valley sightseeing such as Pasupatinath, Boudhhanath, Kathmandu durbar square with guided tour and our representative will issue the special mustang Damodar kund trekking permit with original passport because of without original passport can’t issue the trekking permit. overnight at kathmandu.
Day 03: After breakfast, Kathmandu by tourist bus drive to Pokhara 915m, dirve approximately 5-6 hours , Kathmandu
Day 02: Pokhara to Jomsom 2720 m flight then trek to Kagbeni 2810 m /3-4hours.
Day 03: Kagbeni to Chele 3060 m , walk approximately 5-6 hours.
Day 04: Chele to Syanbochen 3475 m , walk approximately 6-7hours.
Day 05: Syanbochen to Ghami 3520 m , walk approximately 5-6hours.
Day 06: Ghami to Charang 3560 m , walk approximately 4-5hours.
Day 07: Charang to Lomanthang 3850 m , walk approximately 4-5 hours.
Day 08: Explore a day in Lomanthang, During this day travelers may excursion Mustang king palace, Chode Gompa, Thubchen Gompa and Jampa Lhakhang.
Day 09: Lomanthang to Yara 3650 m , walk approximately 5-6hours.
Day 10: Yara to Bas Khola 4800 m in Tent via Kyumupani Danda 5565 m , walk approximately 4-5hours.
Day 11: Bas Khola to Damodar Kund 4890 m in Tent via Damodar kunda danda , walk approximately 7-8hours.
Day 12: Damodar Kund to Ghechung Khola 3350 m , walk approximately 6-7hours.
Day 13: Ghechung Khola to Tangye 3240 m , walk approximately 4-5hours.
Day 14: Tangye to Tetang village 3040 m , walk approximately 7-8hours.
Day 15: Tetang to Muktinath 3760M via Gyu la pass 4077 m , walk approximately 5-6 hours.
Day 16: Muktinath to Jomsom 2720 m , walk approximately 3-4hours.
Day 17: Jomsom to Pokhara 915m , Jomsom pokhara by flight 15 minutes and Jomsom Pokhara overland trip 7-8 hours, transfer to hotel. overnight at pokhara.
Day 18: After breakfast, Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus or Pokhara Kathmandu by flight. will arrange either tourist bus or by flight as per trekkers choice. overnight at Kathmandu
Day 19: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities , Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition's representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward journeys or if you have time to stay in Nepal will arrange any other trip such as Chitwan Junlge safari tour, Lumbini tour, Chitwan jungle safari tour , river rafting etc.
himjourney@mail.com.np , welcomehimalaya@gmail.com
Service includes:-
Service Excludes:-