The Upper Mustang trek brings you into the hidden world of the old Buddhist kingdom of Mustang, also called Lo. Lo used to be part of the Tibetan empire and is therefore closely tied to Tibet in culture, language and geography.
Upper Mustang was opened to the foreigners only about 15 years ago and even today, it’s a highly restricted place. We need a special permit to travel beyond Kagbeni and to be accompanied by the licensed guide. Upper Mustang, being in the Himalayan rain shadow, is one of the regions in Nepal suitable for trekking even during monsoon season. Winter is not recommended for the visit due to harsh weather.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Welcome dinner, D, Hotel
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara, B, Hotel
Day 03: Fly to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni 2804m 4hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 04: Trek to Chele 3050m 6hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 05: Trek to Syanbochen 3475m 5hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 06: Trek to Ghaymi 3520m 6hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 07: Trek to Charang 3500m 5hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 08: Trek to Lo Manthang 3700m 5hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 09: Explore Lo Manthang, BLD, Lodge
Day 10: Drive to Jomsom 2715m 7hrs, BLD, Lodge
Day 11: Fly back to Pokhara and sightseeing, B, Hotel
Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner, BD, Hotel
Day 13: International departure, B, Flight