Travel Activities Details

Upper Mustang is also called "The Forbidden Kingdom of Lo", provide to all the travel a spectacular trekking in the remote Trans Himalayan mountain area with Tibetan Influence culture. Our trek leader, explain and help for exploring 16th Century old monastery, caves, local tribes and scenic beauties of the different landscapes. Upper Mustang - “Knowledge the genuine Tibetan life style- investigate the earliest Buddhist monasteries and primeval culture. Where you will encounter people who are highly effective by Tibetan rules and regulations.”

We will start our trip by exploring the temples and markets of Kathmandu, Nepal’s bustling capital city, before flying to the lakeside city of Pokhara at the foot of the Himalayas and onto the large village of Jomsom to start our journey. Our journey will take us behind the Annapurna ranges, hiking towards the border of Tibet and the beginning of the Tibetan Plateau, passing through the green oasis of Thakali and into a desert plain - a view that will literally stop you in your tracks! Upper Mustang is a rare and privileged opportunity, you can experience the true life of the real mountain people of Nepal. In many ways, trekking into the Upper Mustang Area is similar to trekking into Tibet, which geographically it is a part of.

Trip overview:

Trip Highlights:

• Historical city, Beautiful city, Lake, Temples
• Scenic flight to and from Jomsom
• Exploring the Kali Gandaki River valley
• Forbidden Kingdom of Mustang
• Picturesque views of the Himalayas
• Visiting the capital of Mustang "The Lo Manthang"
• Highest Point – 3950 Meters
• Discover Mustang’s ancient monasteries, and superb Buddhist art

Brief Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu & drop to Hotel
Day 02 Full day excursion in Kathmandu valley
Day 03 Kathmandu drive or fly to Pokhara & relax
Day 04 Pokhara fly to Jomsom 2720m and Trek to Kagbeni 2800m/3-4 hours    
Day 05 Kagbeni trek to Chele 3100m/5-6 hours    
Day 06 Chele trek to Ghiling 3570m/6-7 hours via Chuksi Cave        
Day 07 Ghiling trek to Drakmar 3450m/5-6 hours             
Day 08 Drakmar trek to Lo-Manthang 3840m/7-8 hours Via Ghar Gompa and Marang-La Pass.
Day 09 Lo-Manthang exploration day
Day 10 Lo-Manthang trek to Tsarang 3560m/3-4 hours 
Day 11 Tsarang trek to Syangmochen 3500m/6-7 hours    
Day 12 Syangmochen trek to Chhusang 2980m/5-6 hours        
Day 13 Chhusang trek to Jomsom 2720m/6-7 hours    
Day 14 Jomsom explore day
Day 15 Jomsom fly back to Pokhara 820m and rest    
Day 16 Pokhara explore day
Day 17 Pokhara drive or fly back to Kathmandu 1340m
Day 18 Free day in Kathmandu
Day 19 Final Departure from Kathmandu

The service will include:

• All domestic airport Transfers in Kathmandu and Pokhara 
• 04 Night's Hotel in Kathmandu on Bed & Breakfast plan
• Kathmandu to Pokhara with private vehicle
• 03 Night's Hotel in Pokhara on Bed & Breakfast plan
• Pokhara to Jomsom to Pokhara with domestic flight
• 11 Night’s accommodation in available lodges/guest house
• 3 Meals per day - Note: (Meals do not include – snacks, appetizers, desserts, mineral water, Coke, Fanta, beer, etc.) 
• English speaking trekking guide & porters (including their salary, insurance, equipment, transfer, food and lodging)
• All necessary paper work and permits (ACAP and Upper Mustang special trekking permit) 
• Logistic Staff transfer fees from Kathmandu – Pokhara to Jomsom and back to Kathmandu
• Himalayan Walkers duffel bag, and trekking map (duffle bag is to be returned) 
• Staff & Porter Insurance Surcharge 
• A comprehensive medical kit

Service excludes: 

• International flight tickets 
• Domestic flight tickets 
• Nepal entry visa fees
• Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• Water during TREK – trekkers need to buy their own water for the HIKES 
• Fees to Enter Monasteries or Caves, and also for photography 
• Personal trekking Equipment’s, clothing’s
• Any personal expenses – laundry, phone, internet, shopping, toiletries. 
• Travel and rescue or evacuation insurance (should have medical insurance coverage for trip in Nepal)
• Any extra expense - if hired horse during trek 
• All bar bills, beverages such as Coke, Fanta, mineral water 
• Hot shower and hot water 
• Excess baggage charges 
• Photography or Movie fees on the trip
• Gratitude and tips for your Nepali staff