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YOGA TREKS, NEPALAmbient Yoga in Natural Surroundings, ChitlangTrekking Grade:Yoga Style:Maximum altitude:Dates:Price:GentlePlayful Yoga flow, all levels2200mAutumn: 20 Oct – 1 Nov 2016 1645Yoga Mountain Flow, Lower MustangTrekking Grade:Yoga Style:Maximum altitude:Dates:Price:Gentle/ModeratePlayful Yoga flow, all levels3800mEaster: 19 March – 1 April 2016 1845Altitude Yoga & Meditation, Upper MustangTrekking Grade:Yoga Style:Maximum altitude:Dates:Price:ModerateAshtanga Yoga, all levels4300mSummer: 4-21 June 2016 2670 (inc Upper Mustang permit)High Intensity Ashtanga Yoga, ManangTrekking Grade:Yoga Style:Maximum altitude:Dates:Price:tel (UK):tel (outside UK):email:web:skype ID:ModerateAshtanga Yoga, all levels3800mSummer: 4-16 August 2016 1660 44 7713 628763 39 338 500 kMountainsSalute to the Sun at sunrise
Yoga in the Mountains NepalEngage your heart and soul in your daily practice, surrounded by beautiful landscape and as part of anancient Yogic community. Add in the vibrant spiritual traditions of Nepal and diverse culture.Nepal is perfect for practicing Yoga. It was in these mountains that ancient sages came to develop thisancient wisdom of control over mind and body. In Nepal, alongside your practice, you get to dip into a landand people that - even in the throes of modernisation - resonate with ancient yogic wisdom. Our tripsembrace every level of yoga practice, encouraging you to practice just as much as you can.Through the past few years, one trip has become four, all with significant difference. These journeys aresuitable for everyone with general good health and an open mind! Your Yoga instructor is Ellen Johannesen,from Norway but based in Nepal.5 reasons why you should join Yoga in the Mountains Yoga and meditation makes you more mindful and aware of your surroundingsYoga trek is an opportunity to immerse yourself - body and soul - in a living spiritual tradition!You will be trekking and practising yoga in some of the most majestic places on EarthYoga practice eases the strain of long walks, makes you more comfortable, relaxed and flexible onthe trek.This may be a life-changing journey!Ellen Johannesen – our instructor in Nepal“I wish to give each individual the opportunity to rediscover the joy ofmovement and to master more than they think they can!”— Ellen Johannesen”Ellen Johannesen, born in Norway has been adancer and yoga teacher for more than 20 years.She has been a KPJAYI authorized Ashtangayoga teacher since 2005, and she also holds a500 hour teacher training certificate from JohnScott. Ellen uses her in-depth knowledge of bodyand mind to teach yoga and adapted to any levelof practitioner.In 2002 she co-founded the first Ashtanga studioIn Oslo, Norway, Ashtanga Yoga Oslo, before agrowing interest for Buddhism brought her to Indiaand Nepal. She first completed a Tibetantranslator training and then earned a degree inBuddhist studies and Himalayan languages at theKTM University. She currently works as afreelance yoga teacher for Yoga studios inNorway and Nepal. Ellen speaks fluent Tibetanand she has a good insight into Buddhistphilosophy and practices.“Yoga, is a continuous investigation into our mental and physicalhabits, a journey in which we confront deep rooted patterns and explorenew exciting possibilities!”possibilities!” — Ellen Johannesen, our yoga instructor”
Yoga practice during the trekThe practice on these treks will focus on three main areas; Yoga, meditation and introduction to Yogaphilosophy. Yoga sessions will alternate between a dynamic Vinyasa- style practice and more restorativeand relaxing Soft Yoga. This will vary from trip to trip and according to the needs and wishes of the group.Meditation will be guided vipassana practice: simple, mindful observation of the breath. In philosophysessions we will discuss important themes within Buddhist and Yoga Philosophy such as “how to develop ahappy mind, overcome negativity and find liberation?”Who are these treks for?We welcome all levels of yoga practitioners. Classes will adapt to the level of the group and according to thestrenuousness of the trek. If you are a complete beginner, you will be lead step-by-step through the basicelements of yoga. If you are an experienced practitioner, you may well do a self-practice as your morning orafternoon session. The only prerequisite on these treks is that you are motivated to make Yoga an integralpart of this experience - so please come prepared to participate!As well as showing you an amazing country and some of its snow-capped mountains, we also want tointroduce you to the vibrant spiritual traditions of Nepal.We have included Yoga, meditation and philosophical reflection as an integral part of these treks in order toprovide some insight into the meaning behind the many spiritual sights and symbols we encounter. You willexperience the significance of sacred places and the practices taking place there. We want this to be anopportunity for reflection, a life change direction or for exploring a different set of values.The treks are suitable for everyone who has a body, a mind and general good health!A typical day on the trekOn a typical day we will get up early to practice Yoga and meditation before breakfast (from around 6.00 –7.00 am). After breakfast we hit the trail and walk 2 – 3 hours before we stop at a local teahouse for lunch.While the lunch is being prepared we might do some yoga stretching or help out in the kitchen. Havingreached the day’s destination, we settle into our guesthouse and after some rest, we will gather for anafternoon session (around 16.00-17.30) of restorative yoga and meditation, - or we may explore the village –or have a discussion on yoga philosophy. This depends on where we are, how the day has been etc. Afterthe session it is time for dinner, free time and a good night sleep,
Food during the tripDuring the trek we eat vegetarian food. All meals served during the trek is slow food, where the ingredientsare mostly organically farmed in the area local to where you are trekking. All meals are cooked from scratchby your local host. Feel free to help out, and maybe learn a local dish or two!Accommodation during the tripIn Kathmandu and Pokhara we are treated to higher standard hotels. Both hotels are set up with the traditionand culture in mind, combined with quality and high standards.In Kathmandu we will stay in one of the finest eco-hotels in the country. It provides authentic Nepalesearchitecture, decor, food and hospitality. This place is a perfect treat before and after the yoga trek. It is inthe middle of Kathmandu, yet managed to keep the natural beauty of the place and the garden. The hotelalso works very hard on their social and environmental responsibility and to preserve the cultural heritage ofKathmandu Valley.In Pokhara we will stay at a beautiful boutique hotel with the distinctive architecture and culture of Nepal’sWestern Himalayas. It has a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, very inviting before and after a trek. You canalso enjoy their spa! The hotel is located near Phewa Lake and is only a short stroll from restaurants andshops, including fine handicrafts and trekking equipment.During our trek, we stay in basic local guesthouses / teahouses. The rooms are mostly twin / double roomswith private bathroom. The guesthouses are locally owned and have often been in the family throughgenerations. They also give a great opportunity to understand and get an insight to the local culture. You willbe met by a smile and great hospitality.Flights:You are welcome to book your own international flights for this trip. If there is a group of you we may be ableto book your international flights for you – please contact us.No flights should be booked until you have received written confirmation from the trekMountainsoffice that your departure is guaranteed to run.Important Note:All walking and journey times are approximateThe following itineraries are to be taken as a guide only. Whilst we expect that the trek will run as perthe itinerary, participants should accept that there is a possibility of changes being necessarysubject to local conditions.
Ambient Yoga in Natural Surroundings ChitlangDetailed itineraryTrekking Grade:Yoga Style:Maximum altitude:Dates:Price:GentlePlayful Yoga flow, all levels2200mAutumn: 20 Oct – 1 Nov 2016 1645Highlights Immerse in Yoga and meditation in beautiful scenery Spend time exploring homestay experiences and a luxury resort Easy trek, suitable for everyoneThis is a different yoga trip, which focuses on more immersive experiences on each location - Daman,Chitlang and Hattiban, all low altitude areas below 2200 meters. There are hikes between the areas, butotherwise its pretty much stay at one place and go deep into Yoga practice at a safe low altitude. Enjoy yourtime to immerse in Yoga, the local culture and to do exciting day trips in the surrounding area. Mostly we willpractice yoga outdoors at sunrise, take a walk to the lake, have a swim and meditate by the lakeside. Enjoya cup of Nepali tea as we discuss Patanjali s yoga sutras and meditate as the sun sets.About ChitlangChitlang is a Newari village that falls on old trading route between Kathmandu and the southern plains ofIndia. Blessed with moderate climate throughout the year Chitlang of late as risen in prominence as adestination for village tourism. With easy access from Kathmandu and with places of cultural interest like theShiva temple and a second century BC Ashoka Chaitya, Chitlang as a lot to offer. For the adventure mindedthere are moderate trails leading to the Indrasovar lake formed by the Kulekhani dam. Chitlang is best whenvisited during spring and autumn when the fields are covered with yellow mustard fields and clear blue skyDay 1: Arrival Kathmandu (1400m)Namaste - welcome to Kathmandu!You will be met at the airport by ourrepresentatives holding a “Yoga in the Mountains”signboard and transferred to your hotel in aprivate vehicle. If you are already in Kathmandu,we organize accordingly.In the early evening we will enjoy a welcomedinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant, and get toknow each other better.Overnight Kathmandu hotelMeals: DDay 2: Preparation dayToday is preparation day. We will go throughevery little detail with you before the trek, yourguide and yoga instructor will also be there. Youwill also have time to buy whatever you may haveforgotten or planned to buy in Nepal.Overnight Kathmandu hotelMeals: BDay 3: Drive Kathmandu – Daman (2322m)After breakfast we drive to Daman on the oldhighway (3-4 hrs). Daman sits on a ridge with anice climate year round. On a clear day you cansee the Himalayan range all the way fromDhaulagiri in the west to Mt Everest in the east.Overnight Daman homestayMax altitude 2322m, 3-4 hrs driveMeals: BLD
Day 4: DamanImmerse yourself in yoga flow in the earlymorning. Later explore the flora and fauna of theplace. This place has a variety of orchids andsome exotic Himalayan flowers. There are plentyof nice hiking opportunities to explore the area.Overnight Daman homestayMeals: BLDDay 5: DamanEnjoy your yoga immersion in the morning andafternoon. The rest of the day can be utilized forshort hikes and time for yourself.Overnight Daman homestayMeals: BLDDay 6: Trek Daman – Chitlang (1400m)After an early yoga session and breakfast we trekto Chitlang. Formerly called Chitrapur, this villagewas an important stopover in the ancient tradingroute between Kathmandu and India. The villageis a mosaic of Nepal’s ethnic diversity and housessome of the country’s oldest structures like theAshoka Chaitya dating back to the second centuryBC.Overnight Chitlang homestayMax altitude 1400m3 hrs trekkingMeals: BLDDay 7: ChitlangEnjoy your yoga immersion in the morning andafternoon. The rest of the day we will be exploringthe rural lifestyle of the place and its people.Chitlang has a rich Newari culture. We will visitvarious sites from the Ashoka Chaitya, MahadevTemple and the water spout temple to the goatcheese farm, which is the first of its kind in Nepal.Overnight Chitlang homestayMeals: BLDDay 8: In ChitlangEnjoy your yoga immersion in the morning andafternoon. Today we will hike for around 5 hrs tothe Kulekhani where the hydropower dam forms ahuge lake called Indrasagar.Overnight Chitlang homestay5 hrs trekking (optional)Meals: BLDDay 9: Trek Chitlang – Hattiban (1852m)Today we trek to a resort on the ridge of a hillsouth of the Kathmandu Valley. Here we will stayat the beautiful resort of Hattiban. On arrival wecan enjoy the atmosphere and view overKathmandu Valley. Yoga in the afternoon.Overnight Hattiban Resort.Max altitude 2000m3 hrs trekkingMeals: BLDDay 10: HattibanToday we will hike up to a temple on top of a hillat Champadevi 2800m. On our way we will beable to see the Himalayan range. If we feel like it,we can continue to Chandragiri at 3200 metres.From here we can see the vast plains of theIndian sub-continent. The total walk to and backshould be around 5 hours.Overnight Hattiban Resort.Max altitude 3200m (optional)5 hrs trekking (optional)Meals: BLDDay 11: In HattibanSpend the day at the resort and immerse yourselfwith yoga!Overnight Hattiban Resort.Meals: BLDDay 12: Hattiban - KathmanduOne last early morning yoga session before wedepart for Kathmandu.On arrival you will have a few hours at leisurebefore we go for a farewell dinner in a Nepalesetraditional restaurant.Overnight Kathmandu hotelMeals: BDDay 13: Depart KathmanduYour time is free for you to use as you wish beforeyour transfer to the airport.We highly recommend you to stay on for a fewdays. Do let us know and we are happy toorganize and to give you suggestions on what todo!Meals: B
Yoga Mountain Flow Lower MustangDetailed itineraryTrekking Grade:Yoga Style:Maximum altitude:Easter Dates:Price:Gentle/ModeratePlayful Yoga flow, all levels3800mEaster: 19 March – 1 April 2016 1845Highlights Snow-capped mountains, medieval villages, sunrise yoga and hot springsPlayful yoga flow in serene sceneryEasy trek, suitable for everyonePerfect for first-time trekkers! We start gentle with a 2- 3 hours walk, straightforward, to the medieval villageof Kagbeni where we will spend two nights. Soak in the sight and sounds as we immerse ourselves intoplayful yoga flow. From Kagbeni we trek up to Muktinath and visit the sacred shrine and stay the nightamong the gardens in Jharkot. We start the descent into the lowlands, spend a night each in the “Applevillage” Marpa, and Larjung before we reach the charming village Tatopani, where we spend two nightsenjoying our Yoga practice and the ambience of natural hot springs!Nilgiri at sunset – Nilgiri towers above the route between Jomson and KagbeniAbout Lower MustangLower Mustang Trek is a classic tea-house trek in Nepal where we explore and observe the lifestyle andtraditions of Gurung, Magar and Thakali, ethnic communities of Nepal. The trek follows the ancient tradingroute to Tibet of the Kali Gandaki valley. It is reputed in Nepalese as a skyline trek. It is the gateway of theNepal's hidden treasure" Mustang", the trekker can see the landscape of Mustang and reach to the Hindu'sand Buddhist's sacred pilgrimage Muktinath Temple. We experience a range of surroundings, from theculture of the lowland villages to the splendour of the high Himalaya. This trek gives many spectacular viewsof the two Himalayan giants, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. This is indeed a classic trek which allowsaccess to the high mountains of the Himalaya within a reasonable time frame and without ascending toextreme altitude. Accommodation and food is provided in the local lodges.
Day 1 Arrival Kathmandu (1,400m)Namaste - welcome to Kathmandu!You will be met at the airport by ourrepresentatives holding a “Yoga in the Mountains”signboard and transferred to your hotel in aprivate vehicle. If you are already in Kathmandu,we will organize accordingly!In the early evening we will enjoy a welcomedinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant, and get toknow each other better.Overnight: Kathmandu hotelMeals included: DDay 2 Preparation dayToday is preparation day. We will go throughevery little detail with you before the trek. Yourguide and yoga instructor will also be present.You will also have time to buy whatever you mayhave forgotten or planned to buy in Nepal.Overnight: Kathmandu hotelMeals included: BMustang region, linking the age-old TransHimalayan Salt Trade route to Tibet. To Kagbeni itis 2 – 3 hours trek on straightforward, easy trails.We will stay in Kagbeni for two nights.Max altitude 2800m, 3-4 hrs trekkingOvernight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 5 KagbeniKagbeni is a very nice medieval village, beautifullylocated and a good place to get used to thealtitude and start our Yoga Mountain Flow. Thevillage also hosts one of the oldest monasteries,which is close to 600 years old. Today we will visitthe Monastery, which is also a school for youngmonks.Max altitude 3200m, 3-4 hrs trekkingOvernight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 3 Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m)Today is an early start. The trekking guide willcome to the hotel early in the morning at 6:30 amand pick up the group. We drive in private vehicleto Pokhara. This trip will take about 6 to 7 hours.We arrive at Pokhara early afternoon. Later, it istime for the first yoga session with Ellen. The restof the day is at your own leisure.Overnight: Pokhara hotelMeals included: BDay 4 Fly Pokhara – Jomsom (2,682m), trekto Kagbeni (2800m)Wake up early morning – look out of the windowand check if you can see the stunningly beautiful‘Fishtail’ mountain whose summit is just less than7000 metres.We transfer to the airport where we will be flyingnorthwest towards the great portal between thesnow-capped peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.Enjoy flying with spectacular 8000 meter peaks oneach side of the plane in the deepest gorge on theplanet.On arrival in Jomsom you will meet the rest of thetrekking crew (your guide will be with you fromKathmandu). Jomsom is the headquarters of theKagbeni monasteryDay 6 Kagbeni – Jharkot (3550m) – Muktinath– Jharkot (3800m)Today we will continue our trekking and we willreach the highest point on our journey, and alsothe highest point Hinduism ever reached atMuktinath 3800m. Our trekking time today isabout 4-5 hours, depending on our speed.On arrival Muktinath, we will be visiting the templecomplex and the monastery. We will also do aMountain Yoga Flow session. After the session,we return down to a delightful small village calledJharkot, which also has a 500 year old monastery.Max altitude 3800m, 4-5 hrs trekkingOvernight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 7 Jharkot – Marpha (2670m)Today we have some hours trekking ahead of us,but it will mostly do downwards andstraightforward. We will return to Jomsom andthen on to the clean village of Marhpa, nicknamed“apple-village”, where the apple trees hopefullyare in full blossom!Max altitude 3550m, 5 to 6 hrs of trekking downhillOvernight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLD
Day 11 Tatopani (1190m)Yoga immersion in Tatopani.Overnight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 12 Tatopani – Pokhara (827m)Today is our last morning yoga in the mountains.After breakfast we will be crossing the KaliGandaki River and slowly drive back to Pokhara,about 4-5 hours.Overnight in Pokhara hotelMeals included: BMarphaDay 8 Marpha - Kalapani (2530m)Another early morning with refreshing YogaMountain Flow. After breakfast we cross the riverat Marpha and take the trail in the forests all theway to Kalapani. We will be crossing over to theother side again at Kobang for lunch. As we walkwe will be in the deepest gorge in the world,looking up about 6 kilometres on both sides to thetop of the mountainsMax altitude 2670m, 6 hrs trekkingOvernight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 9 Kalopani – Ghasa (2010m)Do Sun Salutations to some of the highest peaksin the world!From Kalapani, we have to follow the road till Leteand then as we cross the bridge, we hit a remoteforest trail above the road, until Ghasa.Max altitude 2670m, 3 hours trekking)Overnight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 10 Ghasa – Tatopani (1190m)Today is our last trekking day. After early morningYoga Mountain Flow followed by breakfast wecontinue our trek. We cross the suspension bridgeat Ghasa, and follow the trail that is on the otherside of the river all the way to Tatopani. Tatopanimeans hot water, and here you will also find hotsprings which we can relax in.Max altitude 2010m, 5-6 hrs trekkingOvernight: local lodge / teahouseMeals included: BLDDay 13 Pokhara – KathmanduToday we drive back to Kathmandu, 6 – 7 hrs. Onarrival you will have a few hours at leisure beforewe go for a farewell dinner in a Nepalesetraditional restaurant.Overnight in Kathmandu hotelMeals included: BDDay 14 Kathmandu – departureFree time until your transfer to the airport.We highly recommend you to stay on for a fewdays. Do let us know and we are happy toorganize and to give you suggestions on what todo!Meals included: BGetting to know the locals, Kagbeni
Altitude Yoga and Meditation Upper MustangDetailed itineraryTrekking Grade: ModerateYoga Style: Ashtanga Yoga, all levelsMaximum altitude: 4300mDates: Summer: 4-21 June 2016Price: 2670 (Includes 500 Upper Mustang trekking permit)Highlights Explore the exotic of the Hidden Kingdom of Upper MustangA life changing journey and a Yogic pilgrimage in the heart of Tibetan BuddhistcultureSwitch off your time, and surrender yourselfWelcome to the mystic Kingdom of Upper Mustang, a Tibetan settlement where culture, tradition and religionhave been well preserved since times over centuries. Enjoy Yoga in the most picturesque settings of thefabled Upper Mustang, where we need a special permit to enter. As we venture in the high altitude regions,we slow down and immerse deeper into the understanding of Buddhism. We stay overnight in localteahouses, practice yoga at sunrise and enjoy Tibetan hospitality. Since this trek is challenging, the focus willbe on meditation and philosophy with a softer yoga practice.About Upper MustangTrekking in the Kingdom of Upper Mustang is quite similar to trekking in Tibetan high lands. The arid anddry terrain filled with colourful rock formations containing many cave dwellings high up in the cliffs, thewhitewashed settlements set amid fields of barley, impressive colourful chortens and ancient simplemonasteries reflect the abiding Buddhist culture. The terrain is striking - a semi-arid desert with deep ravinesand rock shelves flanked by snowy peaks. Upper Mustang possesses the topography and culture of Tibet,and its people still follow a lifestyle and heritage that is centuries old. The entire area has an isolated,deserted and mystical feel to it, enchanting and inspiring visitors to this region. The main attraction in UpperMustang is the walled city of four storey Lo-Manthang palaces.The countryside is similar to the Tibetan plateauwith its endless expanses of yellow and greyrolling hills eroded by the wind. There is more rainin the lower part of upper Mustang and the hillstend to be great red fluted cliffs of tiny roundstones cemented together by mud. Villages areseveral hours apart and appear in the distancealmost as mirages during the summer season.After the crops are planted, they are green oasesin the desert-like landscape.Day 1: Arrival Kathmandu (1400m)Namaste - welcome to Kathmandu! You will bemet at the airport by our representatives holding a“Yoga in the Mountains” signboard andtransferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. If youare already in Kathmandu, we organizeaccordingly.In the early evening we will enjoy a welcomedinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant, and get toknow each other better.Overnight: Kathmandu hotelMeals included: DDay 2: Preparation dayToday is preparation day. We will go throughevery little detail with you before the trek. Yourguide and yoga instructor will also be present.You will also have time to buy whatever you mayhave forgotten or planned to buy in Nepal.Overnight: Kathmandu hotelMeals included: BDay 3: Drive Kathmandu – Pokhara (827m)Today is an early start. The trekking crew willcome to the hotel early in the morning at 6:30 am
and pick up the group. We drive in private vehicleto Pokhara. This trip will take about 6 to 7 hours.We arrive in Pokhara early afternoon. Later, it istime for the first yoga session with Ellen. The restof the day is free for you to explore the popularlakeside restaurants and shopsOvernight: Pokhara hotelMeals included: BDay 4: Pokhara – Jomsom (2682m) – Kagbeni2800mWake up early morning – look out of the windowand check if you can see the amazing “Fishtail”mountain – with a summit just less than 7000metres.Transport to the airport where we will be flyingnorthwest towards the great portal between thesnow-capped peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.The spectacular flight takes you through theworld’s deepest gorge with the 8000m peaks ofAnnapurna and Dhaulagiri on either side of theplane.On arrival in Jomsom you will meet the rest of thetrekking crew (your guide will be with you fromKathmandu). Jomsom is the headquarters of theMustang region, linking the age-old TransHimalayan Salt Trade route to Tibet. We have aneasy start today. It is 2 – 3 hours trek onstraightforward trails to the interesting town ofKagbeni.Max altitude 2800m, 3-4 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 5: Kagbeni – Tsaile (3050m)On a yoga trek – we get up early and start the daywith a morning yoga session. After breakfast ourjourney starts with at the check point where wesign in with our Upper Mustang permits beforeentering into Upper Mustang itself. We follow theriverbank of the mighty Kali Gandaki upstream.During the walk we stop at scenic picturesqueplaces along the sandy trails. We reach Tangbevillage with narrow alleys amongst white washedhouses, apple orchards and fields of buckwheat,barley and wheat. From there we continue toChhusang and, after crossing the river, head up tothe huge red chunk of conglomerate that hasfallen from the cliff above, forming a tunnelthrough which the Kali Gandaki follows. We arriveat Tsaile where we will spend the night.Max altitude 3050m, 6 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 6: Tsaile - Syanbochen (3800m)Today we climb to Taklam La, a 3624m pass, trekthrough plateaus and narrow stretches with viewsof Tilicho Peak, Yakawa Kang and DamodarDanda. We then descend to the village of Samarbefore ascending the trail that goes above Samarvillage to the ridge then descending steeply to astream. Another 3 hours trekking takes us toSyanbochen where we will stay for the night. Onthe way, there will be chance to relax among coolstreams and juniper trees. Locals use the driedleaves of juniper as incense offerings to deities.Max altitude 3800m, 6 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 7: Syanbochen – Ghami (3520m)We continueourtrekkinginbeautifulsurroundings. There are different options today asyour guide and yoga teacher will explain to you.Surrender yourself to the stunning area, yoga andmeditation. This is your “time – out”!Max altitude 3800m, 5 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 8: Ghami - Tsarang (3560m)Another beautiful day for you to absorb thespectacular scenery, flora and fauna of UpperMustang.Max altitude 3560m, 4 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 9: Tsarang – Lo-Manthang (3810m)Today, we trek to Lo-Manthang with magnificentviews of Nilgiri, Tilicho, Annapurna I and Bhrikutipeak. The trail first descends to Charang ChuCanyon and then climbs steeply after crossing theriver. Further the trail ascends gently to the3931m windy pass of Lo, from where you can seethe Lo-Manthang Valley. While descending to LoManthang, views of the magnificent walled cityand the hills on the Tibetan Border appear.Max altitude 3931m, 4 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLD
Day 10: Lo-ManthangToday we explore Lo Manthang and its thesurrounding area. We visit the hilltop monastery ofNamgyal Gompa - an important monastery of thelocal community and also which also serves as alocal court. We then continue our tour to Tingkhar- the last main village to the northwest of LoManthang before a stroll back to the hotel. Youmay have another option to visit the Tall ChampaLakhang "God house" the red Thugchen Gompa,Chyodi Gompa and the Entrance Hall which arethe main attractions of this town. Anotherattraction is the four- storey building of the Raja'spalace as well as the surrounding panoramicviews of the Himalaya. Each visit is based on thetheme of Yoga and Meditation, guided by youryoga teacher, Ellen.Overnight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDEntering Lo ManthangDay 11: Lo-Manthang – Ghakkyar (3950m)We leave Lo-Manthang to continue our journeytowards Ghakkyar.Max altitude 4265m, 5 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 12: Ghakkyar – GhamiWe return via another route, the higher one goingover two high mountain passes and visiting the8th Century Mingma sect Gompa at Lo Ghakar.Max altitude 3820m / 6 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 13: Ghami – Samar (3660m)After yoga and breakfast we walk to Samar. Thewalk is longer today with lots of descent. We takean alternative route for the section fromSyangmochen to Samar.Max altitude 4010m, 7 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 14: Samar – Chuksang (2980m)An early breakfast and then we trek back toChuksang. We will reach Chuksang after crossingthe Kali Gandaki and walking past an area ofdesert. After walking for around 6 hours we reachChuksang for our overnight stayMax altitude 3735m, 3 – 4 hrs trekkingOvernight local lodge / teahouseMeals: BLDDay 15: Chuksang – Jomsom (2980m)After the short descent in the morning you will findyourselfin thebe
She has been a KPJAYI authorized Ashtanga yoga teacher since 2005, and she also holds a 500 hour teacher training certificate from John Scott. Ellen uses her in-depth knowledge of body and mind to teach yoga and adapted to any level of practitioner. In 2002 she co-founded the first Ashtanga studio In Os
