Upper Mustang trek

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Trekking and Hiking Adventure Guided and Escorted Customizable

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14 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

35 peopleMaximum group size

2 peopleMinimum to book

5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

English, NepaliGuide language

4230mHighest point reached

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

Walled City Lo - Manthang

Centuries old monasteries in Tsarang, Lomanthang and Ghar Gompa

Jhong Cave

Upper Mustang trek

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Airport pick up and drop off, upon arrival and departure in Kathmandu and Pokhara (International and domestic both).2 night's hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast.Food during the trek (full board with breakfast, lunch and dinner).Guesthouses accommodation during the trekking period.All necessary permits (Annapurna Conservation Area and Special trekking permit for Upper Mustang).1 professional, licensed and English speaking mountain guide.Well experienced English speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5+ persons.Flight from Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara inclusive with airport tax. If in case the flight is not possible due to bad weather or overbooked alternative transportation by jeep will be arranged.All necessary ground transportation: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus.First aid medical kit, Oxymeter to check pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation at higher elevation.Unique Adventure sleeping bag, down jacket and duffel bag.Worst case, help with all rescue and evacuation arrangements.All applicable taxes as per the government rules and regulations.All organisational requirements.

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Itinerary

Hidden behind the towering peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, Upper Mustang is a land of stark beauty and timeless culture. This restricted trekking region, requiring special permits, offers an adventure through treeless deserts, deep gorges, and the legendary Kali Gandaki valley.

Trekkers experience a landscape punctuated by barley fields, grazing sheep, and dramatic views of Nilgiri, Tukuche, and Mustang Himal. The tour also includes a unique biking segment from Besisahar to Yak Kharka and up to Chulu Far East, culminating in panoramic Himalayan views and a visit to the sacred Muktinath temple.

What sets this trip apart is the rare glimpse into Mustang’s ancient Buddhist heritage, virtually untouched by modern civilization. For those seeking an immersive tour package blending trekking, biking, and cultural discovery, Upper Mustang remains one of Nepal’s most rewarding and enchanting journeys.

day 1 - Drive to Pokhara

After breakfast, today early in the morning you will move to Pokhara after completing nearly 7 hours drive. You will be able to have a magnificent panorama of river and vista all the way through your drive. Or, you might also fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara taking half an hour. You will arrive at the hotel and have a rest during afternoon. You can even visit around lakeside region or you can go for boating at famous Fewa Lake.

Duration:7 hours

Accommodation:2 Star Hotel at Green Tara or Pokhara Eco Resort or similar

day 2 - Fly / drive to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni

Today, we fly from Pokhara to Jomsom which lies at an altitude of 2720 meter. And then, you will trek to Kagbeni (2810 meter) beside Kaligandaki, the deepest gorge in the whole world. After trekking for about three and half hours you will get there at Kagbeni where you can see the antique houses, few monasteries, temples and more. If in case the flight is not possible due to bad weather or overbooked alternative transportation by jeep will be arranged.

Duration:3/10 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - Trek to Chele

Leaving Kagbeni, we move toward Chele (3050 meter) early in the morning today. The track still moves alongside the bank of Kaligandaki. We come across the villages of Tangbe and Chhusang. And, before reaching at Chele we have to come across a bridge over Kaligandaki and go up abruptly up for around 35 minutes to reach Chele Village.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 4 - Trek to Geling

Departing from Chele, we ascend in and out of massive side valleys of the Kali Gandaki. We climb up a vertical spur to a cairn and then join to one more cairns spotting the Chele La or Taklam La (3624 meter), from where the track fall to Samar (3660 meter). After reaching above Samar, the track goes into the valley filled with trees and come across a stream and moves up to the Bhena La and then to Yamdo La and then eventually drop down to Shyanmochen, we then reach our destination for today, an awe-inspiring village at an altitude of 3570 meter, Geling.

Duration:6.30 - 7 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - Trek to Tsarang (Charang)

To reach Geling to Charang, we will trek for 7 to 7.30 hours. Walking west from Geling the track climbs tenderly all the way through fields and going across Tama Gaon. Then we go up to Nyi La (4010 meter) and Ghami La from there we move down to Ghami which lies at an altitude of 3520 meter and then gets linked with Choya La (3870 meter), further than the mani wall. From Choya La we have a long drop which will lead us to the land of maze, Tsarang (Charang) lying at an altitude of 3560 meter.

Duration:7 - 7.30 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 6 - Trek to Lo-Manthang

On this day, we set off from Charang and trek to Lo-Mangthang, the capital region of Mustang. The 300 meters long and 150 meters broad wall has wrapped the region against robbers and the brutal winds. This little area of Lo-Mangthang is inhabited by more than a 1000 inhabitants whose houses are connected by fine rope stone lanes.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 7 - Sightseeing in Lo - Manthang

Today we have a rest day in Lo Mangthang. We will walk around Lo Mangthang whole day and visit Royal Palace of Mustang King, low caste settlements, ancient monasteries i.e. Thupchen Gyälwai Phodrang (Palace of the victorious Buddha), Jampa Lhakang and Chöde Monastery, herbal medical school and more.

Duration:2 - 3 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 8 - At Lo - Manthang, explore surrounding

Today we will explore monasteries and caves. We start our day visiting Namgyal Monastery continue with Nyfuk Cave Monastery, Garphu Cave and Jhong Cave in Chhoser.

Duration:5 - 6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 9 - Trek to Dhakmar

Spending times in Lo - Manthang we trek to Dhakmar (3820 meter) via via Marang La Pass (4230 meter) and Ghar Gompa. Similar to all arid regions in Mustang, on the way to Ghami as well most houses are build out of mud, stones with roof of straw and a combination of mud, pebbles.

Duration:6 - 7 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 10 - Trek to Syangmoche

We walk all the way through narrow path until we reach Geling via Ghami. Further ahead from Geling, the trail expands. The views of desolate landscapes, farm terraces, villages and also Mt. Nilgiri come into our sight. Then eventually, we reach Syangmochen, a tiny town.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 11 - Trek to Chhusang

We start day trekking to Samar, a tiny village that has the influence of Tibetan culture. We tthen pass all the way through a vertical ridge of hills which offers some very well views of the lush hills.

Duration:5 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 12 - Trek to Jomsom

Today, you will start the trek moving down the stunning Kali Gandaki ravine. After passing through Tangbe settlement with classic Tibetan art and architecture, you tag on path down to Kagbeni, a prehistoric village renowned for Tibetan art. Now your track passes all the way through the shore of Kali Gandaki and come across the Eklebhatti. Jomsom, headquarter of Mustang is divided into two settlements and Kali Gandaki river passes between these two settlements. In Jomsom, you can enjoy the splendid views of Nilgiri, Tilicho Peak.

Duration:6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 13 - Fly / drive to Pokhara

Today we take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, taking around 20 minutes. The major attractions of Pokhara are natural as well as cultural sites such as lakes, temples of Hindus and Buddhist, caves, mountain views. You can view the north region across the hill, Phewa Lake to the snow peaks of the Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri ranges. If in case the flight is not possible due to bad weather or overbooked alternative transportation by jeep will be arranged.

Accommodation:2 Star Hotel at Green Tara or Pokhara Eco Resort or similar

Meals:Breakfast

day 14 - Drive back to Kathmandu

In the morning today, we travel for 7 hours and return back to Kathmandu. We can either take a vehicle for a drive or fly back from the beautiful city Pokhara. On arrival at Kathmandu you will be shifted to the hotel. You can then relax for rest of the day.

Duration:7 hours

Meals:Breakfast

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Toby D BowerVerified Traveler

Aug 27, 2025

5.0

5.0 out of 5

Greatest trip of my life

Trekking through Upper Mustang was one of the best experiences of my life. The landscapes were the most breathtaking I’ve ever seen, and the cultural experience—monasteries, villages, and local traditions—was unforgettable. My guide, Rammesh, was absolutely amazing. He was knowledgeable, caring, and made the trek feel smooth, safe, and deeply meaningful. I can’t imagine a better guide.

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Marco CaprizVerified Traveler

Feb 22, 2024

5.0

5.0 out of 5

Spectacular

What a great place to walk! High desert, in the rain shadow of the Himalayas, so can be done in the rainy season as well. Beautiful scenery.

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Richard KerteszVerified Traveler

Apr 15, 2023

5.0

5.0 out of 5

Amazing trip to Lo Mantang

I finally managed to fulfill my boyhood dream and visited Nepal alone. But I also wanted to visit Mustang and I knew that I would need the help of someone local. and I am glad that this agency helped me with my trip. The proceedings were very fair and the support was, in one word, incredible. I want to at least thank UAI on this way for the beautiful experiences that I am taking away from Nepal.

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Jean GrunenwaldVerified Traveler

Feb 5, 2023

4.0

4.0 out of 5

Great trek despite the low season challenges

Great support from the team (Khum, Krisna) as well as our guide Meg and porter Kumar. Many guest houses were closed due to the low season. Meg found alternatives and secured our daily accommodation. Mind blowing, spectacular landscapes. This second trek in Nepal was at the level of our expectations. I highly recommend this tour.

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Charlotte PeeneVerified Traveler

Aug 21, 2019

4.0

4.0 out of 5

Upper Mustang Adventures

Good day travellers, very happy with the organisation. Everything went very smoothly, even though we started changing the planning during the trip. All was accommodated with a smile. Having a guide that knows the region is an absolute must. We stayed a bit on our hunger for that, but judging from the other teams around us, it will be hard to find someone who really understands the local culture. Best to buy a map, read as much as you can before hand, so you can wave in the information given. Very good trip