Upper Mustang and Muktinath (Lo-Manthang)

An unique and forbidden trail with panoramic views.

At present Mustang is a very popular trekking region in Nepal. The Home Ministry of Nepal announced the opening of the restricted areas in October 1991.  There is also strict control in obtaining a special permit from the Department of Immigration to protect their tradition from outside influence as well as to protect their environment.  According to government rule, liaison officers should always accompany with the trekking groups. The high desert region of the Tibetan influence, Kaligandaki, from the Tibetan border south to Kagbeni is generally referred to as " Upper Mustang" that has its own nominal king.  The Mustang is one of the very few places on earth which is not spoilt by trekkers. Being under the rain shadow of the Himalayas, the area receives scanty rainfall making the region dry and arid-very similar to the adjoining Tibetan plateau. The trek to Lo-Manthang is through an almost tree-less barren landscape, a steep rocky trail up and down hill and panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and several other peaks make your trek memorable.

Trekking Itinerary: A

• Hotels/ Teahouse/Camping
• 11 Days Trek
• Grade: Moderate
• Restricted Area: 8 Days.
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• Accommodation: 3 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night in Pokhara & 10 Nights Camping
• Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn
• Minimum group size: 2 Person
• Maximum group size: No limit.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu – Pokhara by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 03: Pokhara – Jomsom (2,700m.) by flight then trek to Kagbeni 2,810m.
Enter Restricted Area
Day 04: Kagbeni – Chele (Tshele)
Day 05: Chele – Gelling (3500m.) or Syangbochen (3650m.).
Day 06: Geling – Tsarang (3550m.)
Day 07: Tsarang – Lo-Manthang (Upper Mustang) (3800m.) Visit Tinghar and Namdrul.
Day 08: Lo-Manthang Explore Gharphu, Nyaphu and Tubten village.
Day 09: Lo-Manthang – Ghami, (3500m.) via Lo-Gekar.
Day 10: Ghami – Samar.
Day 11: Samar – Kagbeni.
Exit Restricted Area
Day 12: Kagbeni – Jomsom and free.
Day 13: Jomsom – Pokhara the drive back to Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 14: Kathmandu free.
Day 15: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey.

Optional – Trekking Itinerary: B

• Hotels/ Teahouse/Camping
• 14 Days Trek
• Grade: Moderate
• Normal Area: 9 Days.
• Restricted Area: 11 Days.
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 2 nights in Pokhara & 13 Nights Camping
• Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn
• Minimum group size: 2 Person
• Maximum group size: No limit.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02 : Sightseeing: Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath temple and Patan durbar square with professional English speaking tour guide. 4/5 Hrs.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara by tourist Bus and then transfer to Hotel.
Day 04: Pokhara – Jomsom by flight then trek to Kagbeni (2810m.)
Enter Restricted Area:
Day 05: Kagbeni – Chele (Tshele).
Day 06 : Chele – Geling (3500m.)
Day 07: Geling – Ghami (3500m.)
Day 08 : Ghami – Tsarang (3550m.)
Day 09 : Tsarang – Lo- Manthang (3800m.) and visit around.
Day 10 : Lo-Manthang Hiking explores: Tinghar, Namdrul Army Check post.
Day 11: Visit around Gharphu,Nyaphu, Tubten village.
Day 12: Lo-Manthang – Ghami (3500m.) via Lo-Gekar.
Day 13: Ghami – Samar (3550m.)
Day 14: Samar – Tshuksang (2940m.)
Day 15: Tshuksang – Muktinath (3800m.) – Rani Pouwa.
Exit Restricted Area:
Day 16: Muktinath – Jomsom and transfer to Hotel.
Day 17: Jomsom – Pokhara by flight then transfer to Hotel
Day 18: Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 19: Kathmandu free.
Day 20: Kathmandu free.
Day 21: Last minute, transfer to Airport for onward journey.

Optional - Trekking Itinerary: C

• Hotels/ Teahouse/Camping
• 20 Days Trek
• Grade: Moderate Plus
• Normal Area: 15 Days.
• Restricted Area: 11 Days.
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 2 nights in Pokhara & 19 Nights Camping
• Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn
• Minimum group size: 2 Person
• Maximum group size: No limit.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02 : Sightseeing: Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath temple and Patan durbar square with professional English speaking tour guide. 4/5 Hrs.
Day 03 : Kathmandu – Pokhara by tourist Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 04 : Pokhara – Nayapul by Private vehicle and trek to Tirkhedhunga. 1512m.
Day 05 : Tirkhedhunga – Ghorepani. (2855m.)
Day 06 : Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3232m.) – Tatopani.
Day 07: Tatopani – Ghasa (2031m.)
Day 08 : Ghasa – Tukche. (2591m.)
Day 09 : Tukche – Marpha – Jomsom. (2731m.)
Day 10 : Jomsom – Kagbeni (2810m.)
Enter Restricted Area:
Day 11 : Kagbeni – Chele (Tshele).
Day 12 : Chele – Geling (3500m.)
Day 13 : Geling – Ghami (3500m.)
Day 14 : Ghami – Tsarang (3550m.)
Day 15 : Tsarang – Lo- Manthang (3800m.) (Upper Mustang)
Day 16: Lo-Manthang Explore – Tinghar and Namdrul village.
Day 17: Lo-Manthang Explore – Army Check Post, Gharphu, Nyaphu, Tubten village.
Day 18: Lo-Manthang – Ghami.
Day 19 : Ghami – Samar.
Day 20 : Samar – Tshuksang.
Day 21 : Tshuksang – Muktinath (3800m.) – Ranipouwa
(Exit Restricted area):
Day 22 : Muktinath, Ranipouwa – Jomsom.
Day 23: Jomsom Rest and preparation.
Day 24 : Jomsom – Pokhara by flight then transfers to Hotel.
Day 25 : Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist Bus then transfers to hotel.
Day 26: Kathmandu free.
Day 27: Kathmandu free.
Day 28 : Last minute, transfer to Airport for onward journey.

Cost: Ask us

Tea-house Lodge Trek Cost Includes:

• All land transportation by private vehicle, local & tourist Bus (Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop).
• One full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide with temple entry fees.
• 3 Night’s Hotel accommodation in KTM, 1 night in Pokhara at Bed & Breakfast basis. Itinerary A
• 5 Night’s Hotel accommodation in KTM, 2 nights in Pokhara at Bed & Breakfast basis. Itinerary B, C
• 3 Major meals; B/L/D (by Lodge menu) & accommodation at best available teahouse lodge during the trek en-route.
• One professional English speaking trekking guide, necessary Sherpa and Porters
• Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
• Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
• Special Trekking Permit, Trekking Permit & National Park permits Fees.
• Air Ticket: Pokhara/Jomsom/Pokhara with domestic airport tax. Itinerary A - B
• Air Ticket: Jomsom /Pokhara with domestic airport tax. Itinerary C
• Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
• All official taxes and service charge.

Camping Trek Cost Includes:

• All land transportation by private vehicle, local & tourist Bus (Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop).
• One full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide with temple entry fees.
• 3 Night’s Hotel accommodation in KTM, 1 night in Pokhara at Bed & Breakfast basis. Itinerary A.
• 5 Night’s Hotel accommodation in KTM, 2 nights in Pokhara at Bed & Breakfast basis. Itinerary B, C.
• All 3 major meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (provide continental food) & accommodation in tented camp during the trek en-route. (twin sharing North Face tent or, normal trekking tent, dining tent, toilet tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent, Table, chairs and Kitchen utensil etc.).
• One professional English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys, necessary Sherpa and Porters.
• Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
• Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
• Special Trekking Permit, Trekking Permit & National Park permits Fees.
• Air Ticket: Pokhara/Jomsom/Pokhara with domestic airport tax. Itinerary  A, B
• Air Ticket: Jomsom /Pokhara with domestic airport tax. Itinerary C
• Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
• All official taxes and service charge.

The Cost Doesn’t Include:

• Personal transportation except above programs.
• Domestic air ticket: Kathmandu/ Pokhara/Kathmandu with airport tax.
• Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
• Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
• Personal Nature expenses.
• Emergency evacuation (If incase).
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Airfare: To & from your country.
• Nepal entry visa fees & airport departure taxes.
• Personal travel insurance.
• Tips for trekking crews.

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