Upper Mustang Trek

Key Points

Start At

Kathmandu / Jomsom

Duration

12–14 Days

Trekking Grade

Moderate

Accommodation

Tea Houses / Lodges

Max. Altitude

Lo Manthang (3,840 m)

Activity

Trekking / Cultural Exploration

Best Season

October – March

End At

Kathmandu

Trip Overview

An Upper Mustang itinerary typically involves flying to Jomsom from Pokhara, then trekking or driving through ancient villages like Kagbeni, Chhusang, Syangboche, Ghami, and Tsarang to reach the walled city of Lo Manthang, the cultural heart, with exploration days in Lo Manthang and nearby Choser Caves, before returning via a similar route, often involving local flights/drives back to Pokhara and then Kathmandu, usually spanning 12-16 days to cover the unique high-desert landscape, Tibetan culture, monasteries, and stunning scenery.

Highlights

Jeep Tours: Faster options (8-11 days) involve jeeps for most of the route, reducing trek time.
Permits: A special Restricted Area Permit (RAP) is required (around $500 USD), plus ACAP/TIMS permits.
Culture: Rich Tibetan Buddhist culture, unique monasteries (Ghar Gumba, Thubchen Gompa) and sky caves.
Scenery: High-altitude desert, deep gorges, dramatic rock formations.
Accommodation: Teahouses (lodges) are available along the route.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, rest/prep.
Day 2: Drive/Fly to Pokhara.
Day 3: Fly Pokhara to Jomsom, trek to Kagbeni (gateway).
Day 4: Kagbeni to Chele (start of the restricted area).
Day 5: Chele to Syangboche (ancient villages, monasteries).
Day 6: Syangboche to Ghami (red cliffs, old monasteries).
Day 7: Ghami to Tsarang (Tsarang Monastery, palace).
Day 8: Tsarang to Lo Manthang (the walled capital).
Day 9: Explore Lo Manthang & surrounding (Namgyal Monastery, Royal Palace).
Day 10: Day trip to Choser Caves (ancient caves, monasteries).
Day 11: Lo Manthang to Dhakmar/Ghami (return route).
Day 12: Dhakmar/Ghami to Chhusang/Kagbeni (descending through desert landscapes).
Day 13: Trek to Jomsom.
Day 14: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara, drive to Kathmandu.

Package Include

  • Airport pickup and drop in Kathmandu

  • Domestic flight Kathmandu – Jomsom – Kathmandu or private transport

  • Experienced English-speaking guide and porter

  • Accommodation in tea houses/lodges

  • All meals during trekking (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • Trekking permits: Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit and TIMS

  • First-aid kit and oxygen cylinder

Package Exclude

  • International airfare

  • Travel insurance (mandatory for trekking)

  • Personal expenses (Wi-Fi, drinks, snacks, hot showers, souvenirs)

  • Tips for guides and porters

  • Optional extra activities

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