Upper Mustang Trek 13 days

Trip Overview

Upper Mustang Trek in 13 days

Upper Mustang Trek 13 days cost $2235.00 per person (Min. Group size : 02)

13 days trek in Nepal

The mystical and legendary Buddhist kingdom of Mustang only opened to tourism after 1992 due to its proximity to Tibet. Also known as Lo is like stepping into a time capsule, it has remained off-limits and isolated from the rest of the world for decades, the area has grown with its distinctive culture and rich traditions associated with Tibet. This moderate and little-known trek passes through one of Nepal’s driest regions and offers breathtaking mountain scenery. The Upper Mustang trek is one of the best for those who want to discover the remote and unspoiled treasures of the Himalayas. You will walk on the old trade route used between Tibet and Nepal in the 15th century. One of the most spectacular and exotic corners of Nepal. The last place in Nepal to be ruled by a king and government-imposed restrictions aptly named the region – The Last Forbidden Kingdom

Isolation leads to a settlement with cultures, customs, and ways of life that remain untouched by the modern world. You will be able to discover authentic Nepali-Tibetan traditional cultures as well as heritage sites and biodiversity. We encounter rice, wheat, barley, potatoes and other fields in the arid lands of the Tamang, Gurung, Mustangi and Tibetan peoples.
Upper Mustang is an arid landscape with weathered sandstone columns and morainic terraces forming a colorful mosaic of yellows, reds and browns. The destination warms your soul with the warm welcome of the Buddhists living in this earthly world.

Outline Itineary

Day 01: We fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Day 02: We fly for 3 minutes from Pokhara to reach Jomsom

Day 03: We trek for 4 hours from Jomsom to reach Kagbeni

Day 04: We trek for 5 hours from Kagbeni to reach Chele

Day 05: We trek for 6 hours from Chele to reach Geling

Day 06: We trek for 6 hours from Geling to reach Tsarang

Day 07: We trek for 5 hours from Tsarang to reach Lo-Manthang

Day 08: Exploration Day at Lo Manthang

Day 09: We trek for 7 hours from Lo-Manthang to reach Ghami

Day 10: We trek for 7 hours from Ghami to reach Chele

Day 11: We trek for 7 hours from Chele to reach Jomsom

Day 12: We fly from Jomsom to reach Pokhara

Day 13: We fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Detail Itineary

Day 01: We fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara and overnight at Pokhara


Day 02: We fly for 3 minutes from Pokhara to reach Jomsom and trek for 4 hours to reach Kagbeni

You will fly to Jomsom from Pokhara. This is usually a morning flight.

The 25-30 minutes flight offers an incredible view of the majestic mountains in the region.

On arrival, one of the tour representatives or trekking guide will greet you. Here, you will also go through the necessary pre-trek preparation.

Overnight at Jomsom


Day 03: We trek for 4 hours from Jomsom to reach Kagbeni

You will start our trek by crossing the suspension bridge at Jomsom.

You will follow the trail along the Kali Gandaki river. After around 3-4 hours of trek, you will reach the beautiful village of Kagbeni. You will rest for the night at Kagbeni.


Day 04: We trek for 5 hours from Kagbeni to reach Chele

After breakfast in Kagbeni, you start with a steep climb. From the top, you get a great view of Kagbeni. Hereon, you will head towards the Chusang valley via Tangbe.

Today, some of the trails go by the side of the valley and others through the riverbed. The riverbed is easier and smoother.

Along the trail, you can enjoy the traditional red and whitewashed houses, Kalibiru, Sky caves, Rock tunnel, and organic apple farm. You can also see beautiful and old Buddhist monasteries and Chortens.

In Chusang, you will stop for lunch. After crossing several ridges and streams along the trail, you will exit the Kali Gandaki valley and Manangi culture. You will then enter Chele and start to see the Tibetan influence on the local culture and lifestyle.

Overnight at Chele.


Day 05: We trek for 6 hours from Chele to reach Geling

Today you will come across your first Pass, the Taklam La Pass. Once you cross this and pass through different terrains of Mustang, you will get views of Yakawa Kang, Tilicho Peak, and Damodar hill.

From here, you walk towards the village of Samar. Hereon, you descend down the ridge into the large gorge. You will pass through a forest of juniper trees and several chortens to reach Shyangmochen.

Shyangmochen is your lunch stop for the day. You can visit the Rang Byung cave nearby to see the natural stalagmites that have taken the form of a chorten.

From here, you descend down to Geling passing many gompas and fields of barley. Here you will stay for the night.


Day 06: We trek for 6 hours from Geling to reach Tsarang

Once you leave Geling, you will trek through the driest part of Mustang. From here, you pass through fields to reach Nyala at 4000m.

From there you cross a steep trail and reach Ghami. This is the largest barren field in the region of Lo.

After crossing the Ghami river, you will reach the longest mani wall of Lo.

The trails from here to Choya la 3870 m is the most difficult part of the trail. From here, you get an amazing Mountain View of Mt. Annapurna Dhaulagiri Tukuche, Nilgiri, Thorong peak.

After this, you descend down and pass the Chorten gate to enter Tsarang village. You can visit the old palace, and Tsarang monastery while in Tsarang.

Overnight at Tsarang.


Day 07: We trek for 5 hours from Tsarang to reach Lo-Manthang

Today is one of the shortest and easiest days for the trek. Once you reach Lo La (3960m), you will see the first glimpse of Lo Manthang.

From this pass, you descend down a short and dusty trail to reach Lo Manthang, the walled capital of Lo. Interacting with the locals here give you a unique experience of the ancient Tibetan culture and lifestyle.

Overnight at Lo-Manthang.


Day 08: Exploration Day at Lo Manthang

Today is a rest/ acclimatization day. You can choose to rest or explore the region of Lo Manthang.

The latter can include a visit to Chosar town, religious communities, and chortens. Else you can visit the 4 major Gompas: Namgyal Gompa, Chamba Lhakhang, Thugchen Gompa, and Chiodi Gompa.

You can also visit the ceremonial King’s Palace a 4 storied building at the center of the city. Else you can visit Tingkah. This is the last village to the northwest of Lo Manthang and offers a panoramic view of the towering mountains.

Overnight at Lo-Manthang


Day 09: We trek for 7 hours from Lo-Manthang to reach Ghami

The return journey takes you across the highest pass of the trek, Lugri La Pass (4200m). You also get a last look at Lo Manthang before bidding farewell.

After the pass, you have a short but steep walk down the yellow canyon to Tamar. Here you will see numerous caves above the village accessible only to rock climbers. From here, you will climb a hill which brings you to the small town of Ghami and the long mani wall.


Day 10: We trek for 7 hours from Ghami to reach Chele

The return journey to Chele is a direct route via Tamagaun. We will not go via Geling.

You begin with a climb to reach the top of Nyala.

From here, you descend down to the other side of the pass and walk towards Shyangmochen. There are lots of ups and downs on this part of your descend to Chele.

Overnight at Chele.


Day 11: We trek for 7 hours from Chele to reach Jomsom

This is the last day of your actual trek. You will trek back tracing the same route you came. After breakfast, you leave for Chusung to the steep ridge to reach Tangbe.

From here, you descend into the river bed to walk to Kagbeni.

From Kagbeni, you walk through the Kali Gandaki to reach Jomsom.


Day 12: We fly from Jomsom to reach Pokhara

Flight duration: 30 minutes flight

After breakfast at the tea house or lodge in Jomsom, you will check out. From here, the local trekking staff will drop you to Jomsom airport to fly back to Pokhara.


Day 13: We fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Cost Includes

01. Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu

02. 2 Nights in Pokhara with BB Plan

03. Airports pick up and drop in private car with guide.

04. 10 nights lodge with twin sharing bed in Mountain.

05. Professional trekking guide & porter.

06. Lodge, food, salary, transport and insurance to the porter and guide.

07. ACAP permit, special permit and TIMS card.

08. Flight ticket to Jomsom and Pokhara with airport tax.

09. Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Mountain.

Cost Excludes

01. Nepal entry visa fees.

02. Travel insurance including helicopter evacuation.

03. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara except farewell meal.

04. International airfare and departure tax.

05. Bar bills, laundry, hot shower, desert, water and battery charge in the Mountain.

06. Tip to guide and porter.