Mustang Trekking

Mustang, the 'Forbidden Kingdom of Lomanthang ', is a place so unique in geographical, historical and cultural terms that it has been under special protection of the Gorvernment of Nepal since 1992. You will experience an unforgettable adventure to the only frontier of Nepal that can be likened to a desert in the middle of the mountains, a barren valley with eroded canyons and the small kingdom with its own king but isolated from modern civilisation.

Mustang was once an independent kingdom but was closely tied by language and culture to Tibet. During the period between 15th and 17th century, its strategic location granted Mustang control over the trade between the Himalayas and India. At the end of the 18th century the kingdom was annexed by Nepal. One of the main features of Mustang is the Gandaki River, its valley and tributaries. The river runs north-east to south-west towards the Nepal Terai, bisecting the territory. It once served as the major trade route between Tibet and India, especially for salt. Part of the river valley, the Thak Khola, forms the deepest gorge in the world.

Starting Point	Jomsom
End Point	Jomsom
Highest Point	3780 m
Lowest Point	2750 m
Duration	13 Days
Difficulty	Moderate
Accommodation	Hotel, Local Teahouse

Standard Prices (per person)
1 or 2 People	£1432
3 to 5 People	£1303
6 to 9 People	£1185
9 or more People	£1076

Itinerary Details What is Included Ask Us a Question Customise Your Trip

Day 1	Kathmandu-Pokhara by coach. It is a scenic drive, about 6-7 hours long, stopping for breakfast and lunch on the way.
Day 2	Pokhara - Jomsom - Kagbeni. Wake up early in the morning and board the flight from Pokhara to Jomsom (2750M). Have breakfast at Jomsom and start hiking to Kagbeni (2800M), which takes about 4-5 hours.
Day 3	Kagbeni - Chele. Resume walking early in the morning, enter the Restricted Area and finally stop at Chele (3050M) for the night. Your trail for the 6-7 hour walk follows upstream Kaligandaki River, passes two villages, Tangbe and Chusang.
Day 4	Chele - Sangboche (3860M). Walk for about 6-7 hours, crossing the Yamda La Pass on your way. Nearly 4 hours of the hike involves uphill climbing whereas the final part is quite easy, being downhill.
Day 5	Sangboche - Charang ( 3560M). Continue the journey on foot, walking for nearly 8 hours via villages like Tamagaon, Chhungar, Jhaite and enjoying excellent views of Nilgiri and Tilicho peaks.
Day 6	Charang - Lo Manthang (3809M). Today you will walk less, for only about 5 hours but enjoy the appealing landscape along the way.
Day 7	Lo Manthang exploration
Day 8	Lo Manthang - Dhakmar (3820M). Resume your trek and head towards Dhakmar via Marang La.
Day 9	Dhakmar - Ghiling (3570M). Start walking early in the morning and in about 6 hours arrive at Ghiling, your stopover for the night. Two beautiful passes lie on your way, namely, Ghemi La and Nyi La.
Day 10	Ghiling - Chhusang (2980M). Continue your journey on foot and walk for about 7 hours via Syangbuche village and Samar Pass.
Day 11	Chhusang - Mukitnath (3800M). Your destination for today is Muktinath, at a walking distance of about 7 hours, the first 5 hours being a bit difficult while the last 2 hours are relatively easy.
Day 12	Mukinath to Jomsom (2750). Today is the last day of your trek and the 5 hour walk to Jomsom is fairly easy.
Day 13	Jomsom - Pokhara - Kathmandu. Fly back to Pokhara and catch a bus back to Kathmandu. However, if you wish to spend a few more days in Pokhara, just inform your tour leader so that necessary arrangements can be made for your return.

Pick up from the international airport, transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu, as well as any airport transfers for any internal flights. Last day transfer to international airport (if required).
Transport to the start of the trip (usually by bus or plane but can be changed in accordance with the associated extra charge) as per the details in the itinerary. Transport back from the trip to Kathmandu.

2 night’s deluxe room at a hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast, before the start of the tip, and 1 night at the end of the trip.
Private accommodation during the trip to a basic standard. Please be aware that the toilet and bathroom will be outside of the room in most cases.
Three meals per day – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can choose food from the menu. Tea or coffee with meals.
Provision of tents and camping equipment if applicable
An experienced English speaking guide.
At least one porter for two people (Max baggage per porter is 30kg). Let us know if you would prefer not to use a porter.
Accommodation, wages, food and travel expenses for guide and porter(s).
National Park fees
Permit and trekking management fees
In cases of emergency, we will arrange for a helicopter rescue, medical treatment and after care for on your behalf. This will be paid by your own travel insurance company. (Please ensure that you are adequately covered for this eventuality).
Insurance for guide and porter(s).
First Aid Kid (for normal treatment only)
Government taxes & other applicable fees.
A method for water purification, e.g. Iodine or chlorine solution.
We will also inform your embassy that you are trekking under our care.

What is Not Included

Any drinks outside meal times (alcoholic, mineral water, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, etc)
Personal expenses
Tips and donations
Hot Showers
Travel insurance

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The trips on this site have been listed as they are the most popular within the associated regions. If you have heard of a trip that is not listed, or want to spend less (or more) time in a particular area then let us know.
Although detailed itineraries are provided for all of the trips on this site they are by no means set in stone. The itineraries act as a rough guide so you are welcome to walk a bit more or less on any day you choose.
You are also welcome to extend the trip at any point if you would like to spend a bit more time in a particular area. The cost for extension is around £15-£25 per day depending on the particular area and nature of the trip. Unfortunately, we are unable to refund a trip that has been shortened but you are welcome to let us know before hand and the price will be reduced accordingly. The extra days can always be spent sightseeing in Kathmandu or Pokhara with your guide.
Similarly, if you would prefer to upgrade or downgrade your hotel or transport then this is also possible. For example you may change a bus journey to a flight, or stay in a cheaper hotel to save some cash. Extra cost will apply based on the price difference. All of this is can be arranged upon your arrival in Nepal or if you would like to arrange it before then just let us know.
If, at the end of the trip, you would like to do another adventure then all you have to do is arrange it with the guides in Nepal.