This is amongst the most popular treks in the country and needs special permit to access the serenity of the area. The rules are strictly enforced to protect the tradition, culture and the environment of the whole region and thus, only a limited number of Tourists are allowed to visit this area annually.
As in all desert lands, settlements in Mustang are in oasis village; most houses are constructed out of mud and stones with roof cast out of twins, straw and a mixture of mud and pebbles.
Itinerary Overview
- Day 01: Fly Pokhara/Jomsom then trek to kagbeni - 3 hrs trekking. ON Kagbeni. ( Normal Lodge )
- Day 02: Trek Kagbeni to Chusang - 5 hrs trekking. O/N Chusang. ( basic Lodge )
- Day 03: Trek Chusang to Samar.- 5 hrs trekking. O/N Samar. ( Basic lodge )
- Day 04: Trek Samar to Ghami. - 5 hrs trekking. O/N Ghami. ( Basic Lodge )
- Day 05: Trek Ghami to charang.- 5 hrs trekking. O/N Charang. ( Basic Lodge )
- Day 06: Trek Charang to Lho-Manthang. - 5 hrs trekking. O/N Lho manthang. ( Normal Lodge )
- Day 07: Rest day at Lho-manthang. ( Excursion to Chusar village or visit the monasteries around ). O/n Lho-Manthang. ( Normal Lodge )
- Day 08: Trek Lho-manthang- Lho geker then to Dhakmar. - 6 hrs trekking. O/N Dhakmar.( Basic Lodge )
- Day 09: Trek Dhakmar to Syangmoche- 5 hrs trekking. O/N Syangmoche. ( Basic Lodge )
- Day 10: Trek Syangmoche to Chusang. - 5 hrs trekking. O/N Chusang. ( Basic Lodge )
- Day 11: Trek Chusang to Kagbeni. 4 hrs trekking. O/n Kagbeni. ( Normal Lodge )
- Day 12: Trek Kagbeni to Jomsom. 3 hrs trekking. O/N jomsom. ( normal Lodge )
- Day 13: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara
Detail Itinerary
- The trip begins with a short, 30 minute flight to Jomsom from Pokhara. After catching up with the remainder of the team at the airstrip, the trek begins for the day.
On the river banks of the Kali Gandaki, you follow the trail to Kagbeni. One & Half hours of walk through the barren landscape with heavy winds would take you to Kagnbeni. - From Kagbeni onwards, the trail widens significantly with endless stretches of sand, pebbles and bounders. Small shrubs and thorn bushes are all you can see in the name of vegetation past this area. Despite of the deserted terrain, the trail is kept lively by several passing mule trains and horsemen. The Kaligandaki canyon is awe-inspiring and the trek on this day is uphill, quite steep at times up to the little village of Tangbe. After lunch, you would walk the flat path up to a fairly large village of Chusang, an interesting village with narrow covered alleys running through the centre, inhabited mostly by mixed ethnic groups including Gurungs, Thakalis and some households from the land of Lo. Access to the Buddhist Gompa, constructed out of stone and mud, is limited to low-flow seasons only.
- The feeling of a distinct change in terms of culture, topography, landscape and lifestyle is prominent, having had entered into this long and secluded valley, having scattered settlements, mostly small and basic. The lack of ample rainfall delimits cultivation in sheltered plots of land, making the landscape of a pattern of brown with scattered patches and shades of greens. After crossing the Mustang River, we reach Chaili, a small but colourful village. The trail then veers along steep lines right up to the village of Samar, a very old and small village situated amongst a grove of trees with a stream running through the middle, making it a tough four hours walk for the day.
- As in all desert lands, settlements in Mustang are in oasis village most houses are constructed out of mud and stones with roof cast out of twins, straw and a mixture of mud and pebbles. After 05 hours walking we will reach to Ghami. Where we overnight in Lodge available there.
- The days walk is through perhaps the driest part of Mustang. Much of one's energy is spent negotiating loose dry soil that give way every times you walk uphill, making it seem tiresome infertile at times. However, the magnificent views of the countryside the gentle contours of the north in contrast to the rugged mountain canyons in the east and west are the source in inspiration to walk on. A total walk of five good hours brings us to Charang, a large spread out village inhabited totally by the people of Lo who are of Tibetan origin. The old monastery and the adjoining Gompa are said to be some 500 years old and contain some of the finest religious wall paintings in the world.
- We spend part of this morning exploring this interesting village and its large old monastery. We then go a bit out of the way to see Dhakmar, a small-secluded village. Today's walk is only for 4 hrs. But mostly uphill and then the trail flattens out till Lo Manthang, then capital of Mustang consisting of over two hundred houses. The entire village is walled and painted earth brown and white.
- Today is the day to explore Lo Manthang. Visit the King's Palace & the surroundings of Lo Manthang as well as the monasteries over there.
- Today the trail climbs steadily to a pass marked by a cairn, offering a last glimpse of Lo Manthang. The trail contours across the head of a valley and crosses another ridge, then drop into another large desolate valley. After ascending to the valley floor, the route heads to the right, up the center of the valley to it head. Cross a ridge at 4070 meters & traverses across the heads of two more valleys to an indistinct pass. Cross the pass to some meadows & a stream. The trail then makes a long rocky descent down a ravine to a grassy valley where LO Geker is situated in a grove of large trees alongside a stream. We will walk further to reach Dhakmar for our overnight stay. O/N in Dhakmar.
- A large stream meanders through this village, making this a particularly pretty valley. Most of the surrounding hills are pastel shades of Grey & yellow, but a huge red fluted cliff provides a dramatic contrast. The trail descends alongside the stone walls and fields of the extensive village, After 05 hours gentle walking we will reach to place called syangmoche.
- From Syangmoche, Trek back to chusang for 5 hours.
- Today is the same way that you already had. The trail passes through villages like Tangbe. After Tangbe the trail still continues through the bank of Kaligandaki River as well as the windy landscapes & reaches to Kagbeni.
- This day if you wish you can go up to visit Muktinath temple by jeep running there from Jomsom to Muktinath then drive back to jomsom for night halt or simply walk back to Jomsom for overnight stay.
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Day 13: Walk to Airport in Jomsom and fly to Pokhara Valley.
Day 01: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom, trek from Jomsom to Kagbeni.
Day 02: Trek from Kagbeni to Chusang (2850 m AMSL)
Day 03: Trek from Chusang to Samar (3050 m AMSL)
Day 04: Samar-Ghami (3550 m) 5 - 6 hrs
Day 05: Ghami-Charang (3520 m) 5 hrs
Day 06: Charang-Lo Manthang (3760 M) 4 hrs
Day 07: Lo Manthang
Day 08: Lo Manthang-Lo Geker then to Dhakmar. 05 - 06 hrs
Day 09: Dhakmar-Syanmoche . 5 hrs
Day 10: Syangmoche-Chusang. 5 hrs
Day 11: Chusang-Kagbeni. 4 hrs-
Day 12: Trek Kagbeni to Jomsom 03 Hours.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- 13 Days Lodge Trek as per program with English Speaking Sherpa Guide and porter with full board basis.
- Accommodation in basic lodges and consumes the food cooked/prepared in same lodge.
- Restricted Area Trek permit, ACAP permit and TIMS
- Flight Pokhara / Jomsom / Pokhara.
- Transfer from Hotel / Airport / Hotel in Pokhara.
Cost Excludes
- Nepal Entry Visa Fees.
- International Arrival and Departure transfer in Kathmandu.
- Accommodation and any arrangements in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Any Beverage and Tips.
- Personal Trekking Gears.
- Airport Departure Taxes.
- Any expenses of Personal Nature.
- Any cost occurred due to landslide, political disorder or natural calamities, flight cancellation or any unforeseen reason, etc.
- Any Services not included in cost include section.
Trekking Gears
Suggested Trekking Gears to bring for trekkings
| 2 pairs of pants | Long sleeve shirts | Woolen sweater |
| 2-3 T-shirts | 2-3 pairs of underwear | 2-3 pairs of sock |
| Woolen socks | Sun hat | Woolen hat |
| Windproof Jacket | Rain Poncho | Down Jacket |
| Trekking boots | Camping shoes | Sun glass |
| Backpack | Flashlight | Walking stick |
| Sun screen | Lip balm | Sleeping bag |
Insurance: - We suggest our clients to make insurance in home country covering lost of baggage, emergency evacuation etc. Our entire trekking crew is insured by us.
Rescue: - Our Company will help with best possible way to rescue if needed at clients own cost. All the clients are requested to insure their trip/Trekking to cover the expenses for Rescue or any such condition due to any unforeseen reason.
Trip Map
Trip Short List
Trip Fact
- Duration:13 Days:
- Destination:Upper Mustang
- Grade:
Strenuous: Treks leads to more than 4000 mtrs and excellent health condition is required.
- RatingPopular
- Activity: Trekking
- Max. Altitude:4315
- Season:Mar. to Jun. and Sep. to Nov
- Group Size:2 - 21 people pax
- Trip Start From:Pokhara
- Trip Ends at:Pokhara
- Activity Per Day:Daily Walking – 5 to 7 Hrs
Trip Highlights
- Scenic Flight Pokhara / Jomsom / Pokhara over Kali Gandaki Valley and River.
- Explore forbidden Kingdom Lo – Mustang.
- Picturesque view of dry terrain with views of Himalayas.
- Experience of local culture and typical ethnic group Lobas.
- Visit King’s palace and chance to meet with King of Mustang.
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