Trek Highlights
- Trek into the restricted and mystical kingdom of Upper Mustang
- Explore the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, the former capital of the Mustang Kingdom
- Experience authentic Tibetan-influenced culture, traditions, and lifestyle
- Visit the former royal palace of the King of Mustang and ancient monasteries
- Cross the scenic Nyi La Pass (3,950 m)
- Explore dramatic desert landscapes, canyons, and high-altitude valleys
- Visit sacred monasteries including Champa Lakhang, Thugchen Gompa, and Chyodi Gompa
- Discover the historic Lo Gekar Monastery (one of the oldest monasteries in Nepal)
- Walk through isolated villages, ancient caves, and wind-eroded cliffs
- Enjoy Kathmandu cultural sites including Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Experience Nepali food, hospitality, and Himalayan culture
🗺️ Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing (Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath)
Day 03: Drive or fly to Pokhara
Day 04: Fly to Jomsom → Trek to Kagbeni
Day 05: Trek to Chele
Day 06: Trek to Geling
Day 07: Trek to Charang
Day 08: Trek to Lo Manthang
Day 09: Explore Lo Manthang
Day 10: Explore Lo Manthang (Valleys & caves)
Day 11: Trek to Ghemi via Lo Gekar
Day 12: Trek to Samar
Day 13: Trek to Kagbeni → Drive to Jomsom
Day 14: Fly to Pokhara
Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu
Day 16: Departure from Kathmandu
📌 Overview
The Upper Mustang Trek is a journey into one of Nepal’s most unique and restricted regions—Upper Mustang, often called the “Last Forbidden Kingdom.”
The region was once an independent kingdom with its capital at Lo Manthang, where Tibetan Buddhist culture is still deeply preserved.
The landscape is dramatically different from other Himalayan regions—dry, desert-like, and shaped by wind-eroded cliffs, deep canyons, and colorful rock formations.
A major highlight is exploring ancient monasteries, sky caves, and royal heritage sites, including the historic palace of the Mustang King.
The trek is located in a rain-shadow region, making it suitable for trekking even during monsoon months (best from March to November).
🥾 Detailed Itinerary
Day 01 – Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel, evening briefing, and welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Meals: Dinner
Day 02 – Kathmandu Sightseeing
Visit:
- Pashupatinath Temple
- Boudhanath Stupa
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
Day 03 – Drive/Fly to Pokhara
Scenic journey or short flight. Optional rafting on Trishuli River.
Day 04 – Fly to Jomsom → Trek to Kagbeni
Entry into Mustang region with views of Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, and Annapurna ranges.
Day 05 – Trek to Chele
Enter restricted Upper Mustang area.
Day 06 – Trek to Geling
Cross desert landscapes and high ridges.
Day 07 – Trek to Charang
Visit ancient dzongs and monasteries.
Day 08 – Trek to Lo Manthang
Arrive at the walled capital of Upper Mustang.
Day 09 – Exploration Day
Visit monasteries, royal palace, and local villages.
Day 10 – Exploration Day
Hike to caves, valleys, and nearby settlements.
Day 11 – Trek to Ghemi via Lo Gekar
Visit Lo Gekar Monastery.
Day 12 – Trek to Samar
Return journey through valleys and passes.
Day 13 – Trek to Kagbeni → Drive to Jomsom
Final trekking day in Mustang region.
Day 14 – Fly to Pokhara
Relax in lakeside city.
Day 15 – Fly to Kathmandu
Farewell dinner in evening.
Day 16 – Departure
Transfer to airport.
💰 Cost Includes
- Airport pickup & drop in Kathmandu
- 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu + 2 nights in Pokhara
- Full board trekking meals (B/L/D + tea/coffee)
- Domestic flights (Pokhara–Jomsom–Pokhara–Kathmandu)
- Licensed guide + porter support (2:1 ratio)
- All permits including Upper Mustang restricted permit
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- Tea house accommodation during trek
- Kathmandu sightseeing with guide & entry fees
- Trishuli rafting experience (optional package inclusion)
- First aid kit & duffel bag
- Insurance & staff wages
- Welcome & farewell dinners
- 24/7 assistance
❌ Cost Excludes
- International flights
- Nepal visa fees
- Upper Mustang special permit fee (USD 500 per person)
- Personal expenses (tips, drinks, laundry, hot showers, charging)
- Travel insurance
- Emergency helicopter evacuation
- Any service not listed in inclusions