Picturesque views of the Himalayas
Visiting the Capital of Mustang "The Lo Manthang"
Human built caves in Grand Canyon-like landscapes
The stunning treeless and barren mountain landscapes

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Venture into the remote and culturally vibrant world of Upper Mustang, a trek tailored for intrepid young adults eager to explore Nepal’s last living enclave of ancient Tibetan civilization. This trip leads you through a landscape of Himalayan desert, dotted with centuries-old monasteries, mysterious caves, and resilient villages where traditions remain untouched.
Begin in Pokhara, fly to Jomsom, and trek along the holy Kaligandaki river towards Lo-Manthang, the capital of Upper Mustang. Along the way, marvel at panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and a host of other Himalayan giants. The trek’s restricted status preserves its authenticity—requiring a special permit and promising a rare, immersive experience.
The unique selling point of this trekking tour is its unrivaled cultural depth, offering a rare opportunity to witness a way of life that has endured for centuries amidst dramatic Himalayan scenery. If you can handle up to six hours of daily walking, an unforgettable journey into Nepal’s hidden kingdom awaits.
With a morning wake up our guide will pick up you and transfer to the tourist bus station and drive (approximately seven hours with breaks) through the beautiful river view & Nepalese countryside to reach Pokhara lakeside (823 m /2,700 ft) and transfer to the hotel and rest of the time explore the surrounding lakeside areas and overnight at hotel.
After an early breakfast transfer to the airport for a morning flight to Jomsom, a super scenic flight of 20 minutes brings you at Jomsom, the district headquarter of Mustang. This is a large town, headquarter of the Mustang region; it is also a major village on the Kali Gandaki area linking the age old Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade route to Tibet. From Jomsom onward it is very windy in the afternoon, From Jomsom trek continues on the gradual path on the Kali Gandaki river bed for about 3 hrs and finally reaching at Ekley-bhatti village. After good stop here an hour of easy walk reaches you to Kagbeni (2,858 m / 9,375 ft), which lies at the bank of two rivers. Kagbeni, an interesting wind swept villages situated on the main age old Trans Himalayan salt trade route to Tibet via Upper Mustang area. On arrival, check in the hotel with afternoon free for a stroll around the village.
Our journey starts with a special permit check up and onward to the riverbank of Kali Gandaki up stream. During the walk we have scenic picturesque place to stop through the sandy and windy trails. This trails follows the up and downhill. Firstly we will reach at Tangbe village with crops field. From here we trek forward to Chhusang after 1.5 hour walk and crossing the river head up to the huge red chunk of conglomerate that has fallen from the cliff above, forming a tunnel through which the Kali Gandaki follows. We head on to small ridges reach at Chele village (3,050 m / 10,004 ft) after 18 kilometers for overnight at teahouse.
Today, we start our trek again and walk further to Eklo Bhatti. We will climb to the Taklam La Pass (3,624 m / 11,923 ft) through plateaus and narrow stretches with views of Tilicho Peak, Yakawa Kang, Nilgiri and Damodar Danda. Further descends a little to the village of Samar for our lunch. Further walk around 3 hrs similar walk will reach you at Syanbochen (3,475 m / 11,398 ft) after 8 kilometers for the overnight at teahouse. Remaining time explore the surrounding area.
After breakfast we trek uphill to the Yamda La (3,850 m /12,667 ft) passing few tea-houses, chortens and local villages which is like Tibetan style of houses with open Varanda, and crosses over a few other passes. The longer climb will be to Nyi Pass (4,010 m /13,193 ft) after lunch, we descend to our overnight stop at Ghaymi (3,520 m / 11,546 ft) after 12 kilometers walk.
We start your trek after breakfast with a pleasant walk and easily get to the Charang (3,500 m / 11,480 ft) for the overnight. After crossing Ghaymi Khola, the trail climbs to a plateau and passes beside a very long Mani wall (Secret stone wall of the Buddhism). From the end of the wall the trail heads east to Tsarang after 11 kilometers up and down to get to our teahouse for tonight stop.
Today, we trek to Lo Mangthang with a magnificent view of Nilgiri, Tilicho, Annapurna I and Bhrikuti peak. The trail first descends to Tsarang Chu Canyon and then climbs steeply after crossing the river. Further the trail ascends gently to the 3,850 m windy pass of Lo, from where you can see the Lo-Mangthang Valley (3,700 m / 12,136 ft). While descending to Lo Mangthang, views of the walled city appear magnificent with its hills on the Tibetan Border. We stay at hotel for the overnight stop. Rest of the time explores the surrounding area.
After breakfast visit Ghar Gompa which is also interesting place to explore the local area takes 4-5 hrs. Overnight in Lomanthang.
After a wonderful time at Lo Mangthang we back to Ghar Gompa which is also interesting place to explore the local area takes 4-5 hrs. During the walk you will suffer the dusty wind and as suggested to walk in the morning.
Today, we will back to Ghiling (3,806 m / 12,484 ft) as our journey for our overnight stay after a long walk takes 5-6 hrs. After arrival and lunch enjoy the day explore the area but it will be dusty better to walk in evening time.
We re-track back to Chele (3,050 m / 10,004 ft) for the overnight stop after 5 hrs walk. You will have wonderful scenery during the journey with a Himalayan view. Enjoy your trip and overnight at camp.
Today, we will have a last day trek as well as long. It is better to walk early start as before and trek to Kagbeni finished the upper Mustang trails and join to the normal as Annapurna circuit trek. After lunch at Kagbeni will head on to Jomsom (2,700 m / 8,856 ft) for the overnight stop.
This wonderful morning, after breakfast we check in the airport to fly back to Pokhara. This is a dramatic flight between gorge of the two huge mountains Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. will transfer to the lakeside hotel.
Today, in the morning, we drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. It takes approx. 7 hours to arrive in Kathmandu. We celebrate the farewell dinner together with Green Valley Nepal Trekking Team.