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Explore the Forbidden Kingdom on Upper Mustang Trek
Venture into the Last Forbidden Kingdom, a mesmerizing desert-like realm nestled in the rain shadow of the Himalayas. The Upper Mustang trek unveils a stark, breathtaking landscape of eroded cliffs, deep canyons, and barren terrain, where ancient Tibetan-influenced cultures thrive. Pass through medieval villages like Lo Manthang, walking alongside the world’s deepest gorge, the Kali Gandaki. Marvel at panoramic views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna while immersing yourself in the unique Nepali-Tibetan traditions of this remote Himalayan wilderness.
Trip Duration
17 Days
Max. Altitude
3870m
Difficulty
Moderate
Itinerary for the Trek
Day 1
Arrive in Kathmandu
- Drive to hotel from airport
- Maximum Altitude of 1350m
Day 2
Explore Kathmandu
- Full day
- Maximum Altitude of 1350m
Day 3
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
- 6 to 8 hours drive
- Maximum Altitude of 827m
Day 4
Fly to Jomsom from Pokhara and trek to Kagbeni
- 25 minutes flight and 3 to 5 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 2810m
Day 5
Trek from Kagbeni to Chele
- 5 to 6 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3050m
Day 6
Trek from Chele to Syanbochen
- 6 to 7 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3475m
Day 7
Trek from Syanbochen to Ghami
- 5 to 6 hours trek
- Maximum altitude of 3520m
Day 8
Trek from Ghami to Tsarang
- 5 to 6 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3870m
Day 9
Trek from Tsarang to Lo-Manthang
- 3 to 4 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3730m
Day 10
Explore Lo Manthang and Acclimatization
- Full day
- Maximum Altitude of 3730m
Day 11
Trek from Lo-Mangthang to Drakmar
- 6 to 7 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3810m
Day 12
Trek from Drakmar to Ghiling
- 5 to 6 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3806m
Day 13
Trek from Ghiling to Chhuksang
- 5 to 6 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 3050m
Day 14
Trek from Chhuksang to Jomsom
- 6 to 7 hours trek
- Maximum Altitude of 2700m
Day 15
Fly back to Pokhara
- 25 minutes flight
- Maximum Altitude of 827m
Day 16
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- 6 to 8 hours drive
- Maximum Altitude of 827m
Day 17
Departure from Kathmandu
- Drive to airport
- Or, continue your private itinerary
Highlights of the Trip
- Trek through the trans-Himalayan landscape
- Magnificent views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri
- Witness the culture and customs of the forbidden kingdom
- Solitary trails in the treeless landscape