Upper Mustang trek is a bit like life and mountaineering, never look down. We have enough time to discover some unique culture in a once ‘no entry’’ kingdom. Above all, the view of striking houses with the warm & friendly people gives us much joy on this trip. The Upper Mustang trek area is a blessing of fantastic landscapes that excites the heart.
‘Upper Mustang Trek’ is a walk through north of Annapurna at a usual altitude of 4,000m. The valleys are barren and dry with colourful rocks and many cave dwellings high up on the cliffs. The first trekking groups got an ‘okay’ to enter Upper Mustang only in 1992. Therefore, only a very few people (about 700 trekkers yearly) visit Upper Mustang. Consequently, our Upper Mustang Trek itinerary leads us through quiet trails with fewer crowds. Moreover, we get to view peaceful Tibetan culture amid friendly settlements. This outstanding trek includes several long trekking days and a hike through the deepest gorge in the world. Likewise, the hike follows wonderful trails through large villages that once were a successful trade route between Nepal and Tibet. The Upper Mustang Trek cost is so much worth the trip. In other words, Mustang is one of the finest Himalayan spots for its rich background.
The Upper Mustang trek is in an area that sees very little rainfall in a whole year. Perhaps, this is the reason why Mustang is also known as the ‘desert of Nepal’. Rocky Mountains with views of snowy peaks in the background amaze us throughout the trip. Along with this, bright white painted settlements glitter in the sunshine. All this amid fields of barley and simple colourful monasteries make this a journey to remember. A special highlight is the visit to Lo Manthang, where the King of Mustang rules over his tiny kingdom. This is a world with lifestyles closer to the heartland of Tibet than to the markets and temples of Kathmandu. We experience an outstanding journey to one of the true gems of the great Himalaya of Nepal. Encounters Nepal will escort you on this dream trip of a lifetime.
Detailed Daily Itinerary
Day 01: Scenic Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
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Distance: 200km | Duration: 6-7 hours
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Leave the capital for a scenic drive along the Prithvi Highway. Enjoy views of the Trishuli River, Ganesh Himal, and Manaslu. Overnight at a lakeside hotel in Pokhara.
Day 02: Flight to Jomsom & Trek to Kagbeni
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Altitude: 2,860m | Trek: 3 hours
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Take a mountain flight to Jomsom, soaring over the world’s deepest gorge. Begin your trek along the Kali Gandaki River to Kagbeni, the gateway to Upper Mustang.
Day 03: Entry into Restricted Mustang: Kagbeni to Chele
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Altitude: 3,060m | Trek: 5 hours
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Register your Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit and enter the wilderness. Pass the traditional villages of Tangbe and Chhusang to reach Chele.
Day 04: Crossing the Passes: Chele to Geling
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Altitude: 3,510m | Trek: 6 hours
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Cross the Dajori La and Yamda La passes. Witness the "Cold Desert" landscape and explore ancient Buddhist gompas in the picturesque village of Geling.
Day 05: Geling to Charang via Ghemi
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Altitude: 3,620m | Trek: 7 hours
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Climb to 4,025m for panoramic Annapurna views. Walk past the longest mani wall in Mustang before arriving in Charang, the region's medieval capital.
Day 06: Arrival at the Walled City: Charang to Lo Manthang
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Altitude: 3,890m | Trek: 4 hours
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The highlight of the trek. Cross the Lo La Pass (3,950m) to see the first glimpse of the walled city of Lo-Manthang.
Day 07: Exploration Day: Sky Caves & Ancient Monasteries
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Explore Lo-Manthang. Key highlights: Jampa Lhakhang, Chhoser Sky Caves, and the Tingkar summer palace. Deep dive into centuries-old Tibetan culture.
Day 08 – 11: The Return Journey
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Trek back through Ghemi, Samar, and Kagbeni, retracing your steps through the red cliffs of the Mustang plateau back to Jomsom.
Day 12: Jomsom to Pokhara Flight
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Fly back to Pokhara. Spend the afternoon boating on Phewa Lake or visiting Davis Falls.
Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu
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Return to Kathmandu for a farewell dinner and end of your Upper Mustang adventure.
Price Includes:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private vehicle.
- Annapurna Conservation Entry Permits
- TIMS
- Special Permit for Mustang region for 10 days
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu transportation by a tourist bus
- Pokhara -Jomsom flight tickets
- Jomsom -Pokhara by Flight if weather bad alternet by bus to Pokhara
- Three meals a day Break fast launch and Dinner
- A Guide: English speaking/license holder/registered/well-equipped
- Necessary porters
- Accommodations in the mountain at teahouses
- Accommodations in Pokhara for two nights
- Safe drinking water
- First aid kit box
- Staff insurance, food, salary, accommodation and their transportation
Price Excludes:
- Your travel insurance. (Compulsory)
- International air fare.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
- Personal trekking Equipments.
- Airport tax
- Nature of personal expenses
- Personal equipment (as per your necessity)
- Insurance about USD 20000 for helicopter evacuation
- Tips to the staff
- Upeer mustang Permit more then 10days