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Upper Mustang Trek

★★★★★5(1 review)Nepal, Nepal16 DaysChallenging

Duration

16 Days

Accommodation

Teahouse / Guesthouse

Start | End

Nepal to Nepal

Activity

Trekking, Cultural Exploration

Max Altitude

3840m

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Season

March-November

Group Size

2-10 people

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

TOUR DETAILS

Journey through the forbidden kingdom of Mustang to the walled city of Lo Manthang. Read More

TRIP ITINERARY

Day 1: Fly to Jomsom, Trek to Kagbeni

Day 2: Trek to Chele

Day 3: Trek to Syangboche

Day 4: Trek to Ghami

Day 5: Trek through the Desert Landscape to Lo Manthang

Day 6: Explore Lo Manthang

Day 7: Trek to Dhakmar

Day 8: Trek to Ghar Gompa & Tsarang

Day 9: Trek back to Syangboche

Day 10: Trek to Chele

Day 11: Trek to Jomsom

Day 12: Fly to Pokhara

Day 13: Free Day in Pokhara

Day 14: Drive to Kathmandu

Day 15: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Day 16: Departure

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AMAZING FACTS ABOUT THE TRIP

The Former Forbidden Kingdom

Upper Mustang was closed to outsiders until 1992 and remains a restricted area requiring a special permit, preserving centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist culture.

The Former Forbidden Kingdom

Ancient Sky Caves

Thousands of hand-dug caves are carved into the cliffs of Mustang, some containing 2,000-year-old Buddhist murals and manuscripts.

Ancient Sky Caves

Restricted Area Permit Required

Trekkers must obtain a special USD 500 permit for the first 10 days in Upper Mustang, with proceeds supporting local conservation and heritage projects.

Restricted Area Permit Required

WHAT TO EXPECT

Journey through the forbidden kingdom of Mustang to the walled city of Lo Manthang.

  • Trekking poles
  • Sun hat
  • Warm layers

Upper Mustang Trek Package Cost

USD 2,199 p/p | Based on 2 people

Price is based on a private tour for 2 people. The final cost may vary depending on travel dates, group size, itinerary, and hotel selection.

Price Includes

  • Restricted area permits
  • Domestic flights
  • Guide and porter
  • Teahouse accommodation
  • All meals during trek

Price Excludes

  • International flights
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

Complementries

  • Trekking map
  • Certificate of completion

Upper Mustang Trek Itinerary

Scenic mountain flight from Pokhara to Jomsom, then trek along the windswept Kali Gandaki valley to the walled village of Kagbeni, gateway to Upper Mustang.

Note

Kagbeni · Trekking · 10 km

Duration

3 hrs

Altitude

2,800m

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

Guesthouse

QFAQs

The best seasons are generally spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November), when weather is stable and mountain views are clearest.

Reviews(5 / 5 from 1 review)

Marco R.

Marco R.

2024-11-30

★★★★★

Mustang felt like another planet

The landscapes of Upper Mustang are unlike anywhere else in Nepal. Lo Manthang's walled city and monasteries were a highlight of our entire trip.

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