The Kingdom of Mustang
The Kingdom of Mustang nestles on the border with Tibet and has long been closed to foreign travellers. Many centuries ago Mustang was a part of Tibet, although it was annexed by Nepal in the 18th century. It was only during the 1950s and 1960s that a few visitors to Nepal were given the opportunity to visit the kingdom for anthropological research. However, the Nepalese Government re-opened the region in 1992 - for strictly limited numbers of organised trekking groups only. The trek to Mustang is a spectacular walk through Himalayan terrain that contrasts wildly with the lush fertile hills and valleys located to the south of the main Himalayan chain. Mustang is a barren landscape with only a few small green fields dotting a lunar landscape, but boasts a remarkable spiritual heritage.
Your expedition leader may be required to change parts of this itinerary, in response to the changeable mountain conditions that is frequently encountered in this area or to suit the needs or interests of your group.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sat) Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Kathmandu sightseeing – explore Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa. Free afternoon to explore. |
| 3 | Fly to Pokhara and explore this scenic lakeside town. |
| 4 | Scenic flight to Jomsom. Trek up the Kali Ghandaki Valley to Kagbeni. |
| 5 | Enter resticted zone and trek to Chuksang, near the confluence of Narshang Khola and Kali Ghandaki. |
| 6 | Explore traditional villages - home to various ethnic tribes. Trek through stark, barren landscape to Samar. |
| 7 | Morning trek through several mountain passes to Gheling. |
| 8 | Full day trek to Mustang. Overnight at Tsarang, home to the Loba people. Explore the magnificent monastery. |
| 9-10 | Ascend to the fabled walled city of Lo Manthang - Mustang's 'capital' and home to the Royal Family. Free day to explore. |
| 11 | Follow trail over very high ridge, then descend to the monastery at Lo Gekar. |
| 12 | Climb to 4100 metres before descending to village of Ghami and staying overnight en route to Nyi La. |
| 13-14 | Return to Samar and follow the trail back to Kagbeni. |
| 15 | Retrace our steps to the windswept valley town of Jomsom. |
| 16 | Fly back to Pokhara. Enjoy your time exploring, shopping or relaxing by the lake. |
| 17 | Fly back to Kathmandu. Free time to explore. |
| 18 | Trip ends in Kathmandu this morning (Tue). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
18 days |
Trip Code |
PHKM |
Activities |
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| Trekking (Strenuous) | |
| Min Altitude | Max Altitude |
| 850m | 4100m |
Minimum Passengers |
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| 6 people | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 14 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Nepal | |
Start City |
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| Kathmandu | |
End City |
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| Kathmandu | |
