Upper Mustang Trek
Explore the hidden Tibetan kingdom of Lo beyond the Himalaya.
Trip Overview
Upper Mustang was closed to outsiders until 1992 and keeps a living Tibetan Buddhist culture. The trail follows the Kali Gandaki through a desert landscape of eroded canyons to Lo Manthang, the medieval walled city of the former kings of Lo, with its 15th-century monasteries.
At a Glance
Destination
Pokhara, Mustang
Duration
15 Days
Trip Difficulty
moderate
Activities
Cultural Tours, Trekking
Max. Elevation
3840m
Group Size
2-10
Accommodation
Hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, lodges in Mustang
Vehicle
Flights Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara
Meals
All meals during the trek
Itinerary
Morning flight through the Kali Gandaki gorge, then a walk to the gateway village of Kagbeni.
Enter the restricted area and follow the riverbed to Chele.
Cross several passes with views of Nilgiri and Annapurna.
Pass long mani walls and colourful chortens.
Visit the five-storey Charang palace and monastery.
Arrive at the walled capital of the kingdom of Lo.
Visit Jampa and Thubchen monasteries and the royal palace.
Ride or hike to the ancient sky caves of Chhoser.
Several days back down the valley by a different route via Dhakmar.
Morning flight back to Pokhara.
What's included
In the price
- Upper Mustang restricted area permit (USD 500)
- ACAP permit
- Pokhara-Jomsom return flights
- Licensed guide and porters
- Lodge accommodation and all meals on the trek
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Horse riding in Lo Manthang
- Tips
- Walled city of Lo Manthang
- 15th-century Tibetan monasteries
- Ancient sky caves
- Desert landscapes of the rain shadow
No items specified.
Note: Travel insurance covering helicopter evacuation is a condition of travel, not a recommendation. We ask for your policy number before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Upper Mustang is a restricted area. The government charges USD 500 per person for 10 days to limit visitor numbers and protect the culture.
Yes. Mustang lies in the rain shadow of the Annapurna range and stays mostly dry from June to August.
Starts from
$2150.00 / person
