UPPER MUSTANG

The upper Mustang trek is ultimate gateway to the mysterious world of the old buddhist kingdom of Mustang, also called lo.

Mustang District, a part of the Dhaulagiri zone, which is known as “land beyond Himalayas” is located in the Gandaki valley of the himalayan region of western Nepal. The upper Mustang trek is ultimate gateway to the mysterious world of the old buddhist kingdom of Mustang, also called lo. Mustangs being a restricted area there are certain formalities required by the government of Nepal in obtaining a special permit with liaison officer. The long-forbidden region of upper Mustang is now open to limited numbers of trekkers. Hiking past the villages with multi-storied houses, monasteries and crumbling castles we reach (3,810m) Lo-Monthang, the walled capital of this kingdom. Mustang trek can be done during the summer months when the people are most active in the fields, villages and monasteries.

BESTS

Upper Mustang is deeply influenced by tibetan culture. The area is rich in buddhist monasteries, stupas, and prayer flags
The locals follow tibetan traditions, and the unique architecture and ancient lifestyle add to the region’s charm
If you want to experience the full cultural immersion, you can also visit places like Tingkhar (the last village before the tibetan border)
Expect to see some of the most beautiful and remote landscapes, including desert-like terrain, rocky hills, and towering mountains, with stunning views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
Wildlife: the region is home to species like the himalayan blue sheep and the snow leopard, though sightings are rare
Visit the centuries-old monasteries, caves with murals, and ancient palaces in Lo Manthang, which reflect tibetan buddhist traditions
Possibility of customizing the itinerary with other activities or excursions

COST

2,300 USD per person with 3 participants with local guide

Private trip possible every day. Contact us to receive a customized quote for 1 or 2 people. Contact us to receive a customized quote with European guide speaking English, French, Italian.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02. Kathmandou to Pokhara (850m/2,790ft) by plane and by jeep to Chele (3,060m/10,043ft),6-7 hours
Day 03. Chele to Shyangbochen (3,800m/12,467ft), 6 hours
Day 04. Shyangbochen to Ghami (3,510m/11,515ft), 6 hours
Day 05. Ghami to Tsarang (3,560m/11,679ft), 7 hours
Day 06. Charang to Lo-Manthang (3,810m/12,500 ft), 6 hours
Day 07. Explore Lo-Mangthang (3,810m/12,500 ft) and Chhoser (3,890m/12,762 ft),
Day 08. Day around Lo Manthang (3,810m/12,500ft),
Day 09. Lo-Manthang to Drakmar (3,820m/12,510ft), 6-7 hours
Day 10. Dhakmar to Geling (3,806m/12,484ft), 6-7 hours
Day 11. Geling to Chhuksang (2,980m/9,777ft), 6 hours
Day 12. Chhuksang: visit Muktinat (3760m/12,336ft) by jeep and drop Pokhara9-10 hours
Day 13. Pokhara: sightseeing and shopping day
Day 14. Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 15. Kathmandu: sightseeing and shopping day
Day 16. Final departure

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu
After arriving in Kathmandu you will be picked up from Airport representative and transfer to hotel. We will serve authentic Nepalese cuisine with cultural show in the evening.

Meals included: dinner. Overnight: hotel.

Day 02. Kathmandou to Pokhara (850m/2,790ft) by plane and by jeep to Chele (3,060m/10,043ft),6-7 hours
Today, you can take a breakfast in your hotel and fly to Pokhara. then by jeep to Jomsom. This is one of the world’s exciting traveling jeep to see mountain closely through the tiny aircraft, Annapurna I 8091 meters, Dhaulagiri 8167 meters, Machapuchare and other numerous peaks. On the way we can see beautiful villages named Tatopani, Kalopani and Marpha. when we reach Jomsom Nilgiri mountain start to appears. Within 20 minutes by jeep we reach Kagbeni, there is oldest monastery so better to visit this monastery and look around Kagbeni village. Kagebeni is also known as gateway of Upper Mustang. Passing through Chhuksang with river we arrive at Chele.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight:hotel.

Day 03. Chele to Shyangbochen (3,800m/12,467ft), 6 hours
Today trek trail climb to Taklam La pass (3,624m) and Dajori La (3,725m) through plateaus and narrow stretches with views of Tilicho peak, Yakawa Kang and Damodar himal. Further descend a little to the village of Samar (3,620m). Climb the trail that goes above Samar village to the ridge then descending steeply to a stream. Shyangbochen (3,800m). On the way, we relax along the surrounding of cool streams and juniper trees. Locals use the dried leaves of junipers as incenses to invite deities and start any auspicious work. We also pass by a cave.