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The Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is special trekking package to enjoy the famous Tiji Festival during the trekking in Lo Manthang. The Tiji Festival, also known as the "Festival of the chasing of the demons," is a three-day religious festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil and is one of the most important events in the Mustang region.
The festival trek is a unique and culturally rich adventure that offers an oppertuntiy to explore the remote and historically significant festival of Upper Mustang in Nepal.
The Tiji Festival is an opportunity for trekkers to experience the unique culture and way of life of the Mustang people and to witness one of the most important events in their calendar. The festival features traditional music, dance, and costumes, and is a colorful and lively celebration.
The trek to Upper Mustang and the Tiji Festival is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Nepal. It is a great opportunity for trekkers who are interested in exploring the restricted areas of the country and to experience the ancient culture and tradition of the Mustang people.
Upper Mustang is a former kingdom that has remained relatively isolated from the rest of Nepal and has its own distinct culture and traditions.
The trek to Upper Mustang typically starts in Pokhara and takes trekkers through the Kali Gandaki River valley, passing through traditional villages, ancient monasteries, and stunning landscapes. The trek is considered moderately challenging and typically takes around 12-14 days to complete. The trekkers will pass through the arid desert-like landscape, which is quite different from the lush green landscapes of other trekking regions in Nepal
Arrive in kathmandu international airport transfer to the Hotel and if you intrested visit our office for details information otherwise brefing about the trip at hotel. Over night at Hotel.
Make a permit and basic preparation of the trek.
Kathmandu to Pokhara: about 6 hour drive by tourist bus or fly to Pokhara.
Pokhara-Jomsom trek to Kagbeni,
Trek from Kagbeni to Chele (3030m).
Today we ascend through beautiful forests, passing by the villages and reach Geling. On the way to Geling we will explore many chortens painted with different colors. We will have some uphill and downhill walk before reaching Geling. The trail rewards us with incredible natural beauties.
The trail to Tsarang goes steeply up from Geling via cultivated fields. Passing the different villages of Tamang and Gurung we continue a long climb across the head of the valley to Byi La Pass at an altitude of 3,950m. This is the second highest elevation of the trek after Lo Manthang. The Byi La Pass also offers us the great mountain vistas and beautiful view of surrounding. After descending for a while we will reach Tsarang.
Today is the day for our ultimate destination of the trek – Lo Manthang. After climbing uphill and passing by several beautiful villages we will reach the large chortens. This is a boarder of Tsarang and Lo. After some walk we can clearly see the great Lo village. The only entry to the village is in the north side, so one should circle the wall to reach main gate for entry.
resounded, announcing the two twelve-foot copper dunchens, with their elephantine blurting, followed by two double-reeled horns, all accompanied by drum and cymbals, Next, an ancient and enormous tanka three stories high was unrolled down the entire south wall of the square. The thanka portrayed Padma Sambhava or (Guru Rimpoche) who brought this ceremony to Tibet in the 8th century." At mid-afternoon, in high wind and blowing dust, eleven lamas in maroon and gold, wearing high red hats, came from the palace and took their places along the wall beneath the thanka, with Tashi Tenzing on the elevated seat just in the center. As the monks and lamas commence chanting, twelve more monks come from the palace in maroon and royal blue and glittering gold brocade, with cymbal-shaped hats decked with upright peacock plumes. Soon they withdraw, to be replaced by the masked dancers who" start the portrayal of the Tiji myth. Dorje Jono repels the demon through the power of his magical dancing — he dances fifty-two separate dances, one of them in ten different bodies, each with a different head. As the dances end, Dorje Jono kills the demon, after which his people are relieved of their plague of misfortunes, water becomes plentiful once more, and the balance and harmony of existence are restored.
On the second day of Tiji, numbers of Loba have arrived from the outlying hamlets, and the small square is thronged with wild beautiful people, with all of the women and children, at least, in traditional dress. The King of Mustang "wears a whole crown of tiny river pearls set off by dozens of large red coralline tones interspersed with matched ornaments of turquoise.The costumes and masks, the twelve-foot horns, the gold cups of wheat, the butter cakes, the snow peaks and wind and dust and sun, the mehti, snow leopard, snow pigeons, saligrams, the dying glacier and the desert ruins, the drunks and rajas and foreigners, the dogs and yaks.
On the third day, Tiji ends with the ceremonial destruction of the evil remains, represented by some long black yak hair and red torma cakes minced to a dark red gurry. The demons red remnants are set out on an old tiger skin, where-upon they are attacked by bow and arrow, slings, and the old guns. The poor devils remains are over- turned upon the ground, each time to a wild cannonade from the old muzzle-loaders and a wave of cheers and smoke.
Lo-Manthang via Geker – Ghami: Visit Lo-Geker Gompa on the way, which is one of the oldest Gompas in Nepal.
Trek from Ghami to Samar
Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom
Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara and drive or fly back to Kathmandu
Our representative will drop you to the International Airport (TIA) to assist you for your final departure to your destination or alternatively the next destination.
Please Note: The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. Our trip can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements
The Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is a cultural trek in the Upper Mustang region of Nepal during the Tiji Festival. The Tiji Festival is a three-day annual festival celebrated by the people of Mustang to mark the victory of good over evil.
The Tiji Festival is celebrated in the month of May (usually May 15-17) according to the Tibetan lunar calendar. However, the exact dates may vary from year to year.
The Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek usually takes around 16 days, including the trekking days and the festival celebration.
The Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is considered a moderate trek. The trek involves walking on rugged terrain, crossing high passes, and involves some steep ascents and descents.
The highest altitude reached during the Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is around 4,200 meters at Lo Manthang.
The Upper Mustang region is a restricted area, and a special permit is required to enter this region. You also need to obtain the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and the Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card.
Accommodation during the Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is basic. Tea houses and lodges are available on the trekking route, but they may not have all the amenities that you are used to in the cities.
Festival Date: 16 ,17 and 18 May, 2023
Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek is the religious and cultural tour in Upper Mustang situated in far western region of Nepal. Mustang region is listed as the restricted area of Nepal which requires special permit through any government registered organization.
Upper Mustang known as Lo is a remote Himalayan province situated north of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges which is being surrounded by the Tibetan plateau on all sides expect the south which links with Nepal. Due to its proximity to and long association with Tibet, Tibetan Buddhist lifestyle, religion, art and culture remain intact on this rain shadow upper Mustang. We can see its magnificent monasteries, palaces and the remains of massive, rambling forts due to its rich and flourishing independent walled kingdom in the 15th and 16th centuries. Most of monasteries in upper Mustang belong to the Sakayapa sect, represented by colored strips of grey, white and red. The People of Lo are highly religions and prayers and festivals such as Tiji form an integral part of their lives. This TIJI festival Mustang trek offer a great opportunity to all the trekkers to experience the local Tibetan culture at its best form.
Tiji is three days long annual festival celebrated at Lo Manthang in front of King’s palace, which is one of the most well-known and revered festival in the whole Mustang region. It is a time of celebration and religious pilgrimage for the people of Lo. The festival initially began as a religious ceremony, to ward off obstacles and suffering that might befall the region. Later it also come to symbolize the hope and strength of the people of Lo which is divided into seven provinces known as Lo Tso Dhun. People in Mustang strongly believed that the Tiji festival bring the hope and peace and protect them from evil forces. It base of the myth of a deity Dorje Shunu also called Vajrakila, who took rebirth to subdue all the evil forces and demons that created hell and suffering on earth. Through the power of Tiji festival dances and the variety of forms he takes, The deity defeats the demons and thereby bring peace and prosperity to the kingdom. Thus the festival depicts the victory of good over evil.
It is believe that people of Lo Manthang started to celebrate the Jiji festival from 15 century on the time of Lama Lowo Khenchen, one of the greatest Buddhist teacher and son of King Amgon Sangpo. During the three-day masked dance Tiji festival in Lo Monthang, upper Mustang, the chosen monk representing Dorge Shunu reveals his various forms and an ancient Thangka painting of Guru Rimpoche Padmasambhava is being displayed as the beating of drums and chanting fill the air of Lo Manthang.
In the days approaching Tiji, the trails from the surrounding villages to Lo Manthang are packed with local people and mule caravans and some driving on Jeep now a days to participate and celebrated their most waited annual festival. Thus Mustang Tiji festival trek become a special holiday trip to Nepal Himalayas for trekkers around the world to witness the diverse topography with spellbound festival at its best form, no where else can be seen. Mountain Monarch is regularly organising this special Upper Mustang Tiji festival trek each year and the booking for 2020 trip is already open, seats are limited. Thus hurry up and reserve your place to witness this Tiji festival in Lo Monthang upper Mustang in May 2020.
For the Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek package we will provide you accommodation in Kathmandu on 3-star level on Breakfast basic also in Pokhara we provide same level as Kathmandu, but during the trek and festival days your accommodation will be arranged in tea house lodge, arranged in single, double and triple basic as your preference. Some place you will have attach bathroom in lower area and some place can get hot shower as well.
Meals:
Our package covers all meals during the trek (Brakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Tea house lodge offer wind varieties Nepali Continental Indian food etc which Is they will have mentioned on the menu. If you are vegetarian you can get fresh vegetable food during the trip. The mountain food will be very hygienic which helps trekkers to maintain their physical fitness.
What you carry in your day pack bag
You need to carry your day pack for your personal items like your water bottle, your money, and some others medicine, camera etc. Your guide will let you know each evening of any extra items you will need for the following day. If you have a comfortable day pack you load will only be a few kilograms and hardly noticeable.
Transportation
Transportation within Kathmandu valley is done with Cars or Jeeps, Van, Hiace, Coaster bus, Mini bus, Coaches depending upon the group size also from Pokhara to Jomsom we will have flight in round trip. In trekking region, transportation mean is hiking and in some cases Yaks / horses and donkeys are used for baggage carriage. In this trekking route, hiking is the major mean of transportation while your baggage will be carried by porters. If trekkers really don’t like to walk we can hire jeep until Lo Manthang and can return back by Jeep to Jomsom, If don’t have flight from Jomsom to Pokhara we can hire the jeep until Pokhara.
Trekking Staff
The Guide is in overall charge of the trek and looking after you. This is the person you should go to with all problems, concerns and questions. All our guides are well trained in all aspects of trekking, conservation, high altitude medicine, and first-aid and emergency procedures. They are professionals selected for their knowledge and passion for Nepal and its peoples.
Porters
Transport your Trekking Bag – one porter for every two trekkers in Tea house trekking and camping (Tented camp) trekking it is depending on luggage /equipment that we need for your camping trekking.
There are no specific health requirements for travel into Nepal. However, for the trekking in Himalayas, you are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have positive attitude, self-confidence and strong determination, you can accomplish this trek successfully but you should consult your doctor for up-to-date information regarding vaccinations, high altitude medication and medications for any reasonably foreseeable illnesses whilst traveling in Nepal. Some part of trekking have a small health post for emergency treatment with limited equipment, limited health workers and medication. Be aware that some drugs, including anti-malarial, have side effects at altitude. Please discuss this carefully with your doctor.
Please be aware that you will be in remote areas and away from medical facilities for some time during this trip. We strongly recommend that you carry a personal First Aid kit as well as sufficient quantities of any personal medical requirements (including a spare pair of glasses).
AMS (acute mountain sickness) is a serious issue. It is the result of the failure of the body to adapt to high altitude and can affect anyone, regardless of age or fitness. It usually occurs above 1,800 meters and the likelihood of being affected increases as you ascend. The way to reduce the affects of altitude is to ascend slowly, 300 meters per day above 3,000 meters until you have acclimatized. Poor acclimatization results in headache, nausea, sleeplessness, difficulty breathing and swelling of fingers and glands. The only cure for AMS is to descend to lower altitude and your guide’s decision on this matter is final. When you are planning to trek above 3,000 meters we recommend not walks faster. If you will get altitude sickness please consult with your guide to go down at least 500 meters to recover.
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The first ascent of Ama Dablam was made in 1961 by a team of four climbers from New Zealand, including Sir Edmund Hillary. Since then, the mountain has become a popular destination for mountaineers, attracting climbers from all over the world.
The standard route up Ama Dablam follows the Southwest Ridge, which involves steep rock climbing and technical ice climbing at high altitude. The climb typically takes about three weeks, with a base camp set up at around 4,570 meters (15,000 ft), and several high camps established on the mountain's slopes.
Climbers attempting Ama Dablam need to have extensive mountaineering experience, including proficiency in ice climbing, rock climbing, and high-altitude mountaineering. They must also be in excellent physical condition and have strong teamwork and communication skills, as the climb requires a high level of coordination and cooperation among team members.
Ama Dablam is located in the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to many other famous peaks, including Mount Everest. Climbers must obtain permits and adhere to strict regulations when climbing Ama Dablam, including a requirement to employ a team of Sherpas to assist with logistics and support on the mountain.
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Yoram Lotan
Israel
18th May, 2022
A company with great services
We came to Nepal to visit the Tiji festival in upper Mustang region. We have booked a tour with Life Dream for 23 days including on top of the trek to Lo Mathang where the Tiji festival took place, also trek to Muktinath and tours around Pokhara and Kathmandu. The idea was that from the moment we land in Nepal until we left, someone will take care of us. I must say that this small company with its manager Hari Bhatta fulfilled ALL its commitments and assigned us a wonderful guide Sabin Dhakal and a a very nice porter. We were very happy and satisfied. I must conclude that it is not really necessary to go to the big companies and with small companies you get more attention and the service is better accordingly. I strongly recommend this company.
19th July, 2019
Michael SN Godfrey & Lean
Malaysia
18th May, 2022
Tiji Festival in Upper Mustang
My husband and I have just returned from the unique Tiji Festival in Upper Mustang, Nepal. We had used Life Dream Adventure and Hari gave a good service. We will not hesitate to use Hari again in our future trip to Nepal. Food was exceptional in the tea-houses and the hot showers too! Hari went out of his way to accommodate the unforeseen circumstances. Friends who want to explore Nepal please do not hesitate to contact Life Dream Adventure Pvt. Ltd.
19th July, 2019
Yoram Lotan
Israel
4th October, 2022
A Big company with great service
We came to Nepal to visit the Tiji festival in upper Mustang region. We have booked a tour with Life Dream for 23 days including on top of the trek to Lo Mathang where the Tiji festival took place, also trek to Muktinath and tours around Pokhara and Kathmandu. The idea was that from the moment we land in Nepal until we left, someone will take care of us.
I must say that this small company with its manager Hari Bhatta fulfilled ALL its commitments and assigned us a wonderful guide Sabin Dhakal and a very nice porter. We were very happy and satisfied. I must conclude that it is not really necessary to go to the big companies and with small companies you get more attention and the service is better accordingly. I strongly recommend this company.