Budget
USD 2299/ Per Person
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Duration
15 Days
Trip Overview
The Upper Mustang Trek is a unique and extraordinary journey into the former forbidden Kingdom of Lo, a region steeped in Tibetan Buddhist culture that remained isolated for centuries. Often called the "Last Forbidden Kingdom," it offers a stark, dramatic landscape of wind-swept canyons, eroded cliffs, and ochre- colored valleys reminiscent of the Tibetan plateau. This trek is a cultural pilgrimage as much as a physical one, featuring ancient monasteries, medieval cave dwellings, and the walled capital city of Lo Manthang. Access is controlled by a special restricted area permit, which preserves its fragile environment and unique heritage. The experience is more about deep cultural immersion and exploring a landscape unlike any other in Nepal than about towering, snow-clad peaks.
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Trip Information
Start : Kathmandu
Finish : Kathmandu
Difficulty :
Strenous
Max Altitude : 4,200m
Group Size : 10 People 
Season : March to October
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Trip Itinerary
• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to your hotel.
• Evening trek briefing and permit preparation. Overnight in Kathmandu.
• Scenic 25-minute flight (or optional 6-7 hour drive) to Pokhara.
• Rest, enjoy lakeside views, and final preparation. Overnight in Pokhara.
• Spectacular early morning flight into the Kali Gandaki Gorge.
• Start trek northwards from Jomsom, following the Kali Gandaki River.
• Arrive at Kagbeni, the gateway to Upper Mustang. Explore its medieval layout and
monastery. Overnight in Kagbeni.
• Note: Here, your special Mustang Restricted Area Permit will be checked.
• Cross the official checkpoint and enter the Mustang Restricted Area.
• Landscape transforms into an arid, desert-like terrain.
• Steady climb to Chele village. Overnight in Chele.
• Challenging day crossing two high passes: Taklam La (3,624m) and Dajori La
(3,735m).
• Experience breathtaking views of Nilgiri, Tilicho, and Annapurna peaks.
• Pass through traditional villages like Samar. Overnight in Syanbochen.
• Cross the Yamda La (3,850m) and Nyi La (4,010m) passes.
• Descend to Ghami, a large village surrounded by fields.
• Visit the ancient Ghami Gompa. Overnight in Ghami.
• A shorter day, crossing the Ghami Khola and the Chhunggar Cave complex.
• Climb to the Charang La (3,870m) before descending into the wide Charang valley.
• Explore the impressive five-story white Dzong and red gompa. Overnight in
Charang.
• Final approach to the capital. Cross the Charang Chu river and ascend to the Lo La
Pass (3,950m).
• Your first breathtaking view of the walled city of Lo Manthang appears.
• Enter the city gates and settle in. Overnight in Lo Manthang.
• A full day to explore this ancient capital. Key sites include:
- The King's Palace (from outside).
- Thugchen Gompa, Chhoede Gompa, and Champa Lhakang.
- Optional day trip (2-3 hrs) to the sky caves of Chhoser and the Namgyal Gompa.
Overnight in Lo Manthang.
• Begin the return journey via a high, scenic alternative route.
• Climb to Ghar La (4,200m) for panoramic views, then descend to the distinctive red
cliffs of Drakmar. Overnight in Drakmar.
• Walk through spectacular canyons and past ancient cave dwellings.
• Rejoin the main trail near Ghiling. Overnight in Ghiling.
• A long descent back towards the Kali Gandaki valley.
• Final night in the Mustang region at Chhuksang. Overnight in Chhuksang.
• Final trekking day, retracing steps to Kagbeni and then continuing south to Jomsom.
• Celebrate the completion of your trek. Overnight in Jomsom.
• Morning flight back to Pokhara. Connect with a flight or tourist bus to Kathmandu.
• Farewell dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.
• Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight.
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