Upper Mustang Trekking 15 Days 14 Night

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft) After landing at the Tribhuwan International Airport. After breakfast, we leave our hotel early morning for a drive with scenic views along the road to Pokhara via Prithivi national highway. The drive could take roughly 6-7 hrs to reach Pokhara. We also have the option for a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara for 35 minutes. You have choice to relax in Pokhara or have a sightseeing or walk around beautiful Phewa Lake. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m/2689ft): 5-6 hours.
A short morning flight to Jomsom, the district headquarters of Mustang, through the world’s deepest Kali Gandaki Gorge with the glorious view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri is exceptional. Jomsom is where your actual trek of foot begins. After checking out from the airport, you will start your 3 hours trek. You will trek uphill alongside Kali Gandaki River to reach Kagbeni.

Day 03: Fly to Jomsom (2,700m/8898ft) and trek to Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft): 3-4 hours trek.
You will get our permits checked then begin our trek on a trail alongside the Kali Gandaki River. Today you will pass by villages Tangbe and Chusang. Made with mud and white painted narrow alleys, you will pass through apple garden and colorful buckwheat field. You traverse several ridges to Tangbe village. This village is a labyrinth of narrow alleys amongst white washed houses, fields of buckwheat, barley, wheat and apple orchards.

Day 04: Kagbeni to Chele (3,050m/10,004ft): 5-6 hours.
Today’s walk is more into undulating trails with a couple of steep climb and descents. Despite 6 hour walk the tremendous canyons with its unusual colour that opens out is extraordinary. In this bizarre the farming fields with rich red buckwheat and brilliant green and the south view offering you a panorama of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Tilicho Peak, and YakawaKang adds up to its magnificence.

Day 05: Chele to Syanbochen (3,475m/11,398ft): 6-7 hours.
We ascend to the Yamda La pass at 3,850m. On the way, we pass by a few teahouses, chortens and beautiful villages. We trek through poplar forests and barley fields and reach Nyi Pass at 4,010m. From here, we descend to Ghami which is one of the biggest villages in the Lo region. The village is beautiful with fields surrounding the entire village. Overnight in Ghami.

Day 06: Syanbochen to: Drakmar (3,520m/11,546ft): 5-6 hours.
This day is the continuation of gaining high altitude through constant changing up and down. We have one other high passes to conquer ahead of us call Yamda La pass at 3,850m. We will pass by several villages which brings a tone of Tibetian lifestyle. After the two high passes, this region gives more Tibetian vibes, while below Syngbouche it is more of a Gurung and Thakali culture influence from lower Mustang and Manang area (District next to Mustang)

Day 07: Drakmar to Lo-Manthang (3,620m/11,873ft): 5-6 hours.
You begin your trek by descending to a canyon and cross a river before beginning our uphill trek to Lo La pass which at 3950m. From the top of the pass you can admire the beautiful Lo Manthang village. From the pass we descend to Lo Manthang which is a beautiful walled village. From here the views of the Himalayas including Nilgiri, Tilicho and Annapurna I, Bhrikuti Peak as well as Damodar Kunda (pond) is quite good. Overnight in Lo-Manthang.

Day 08: Explore Lo Manthang/ Acclimatization.
Lo Manthang the capital city of Mustang contains about 150 houses and has some of the largest and finest Tibetan Buddhism gompas in Nepal. The city itself is absolutely fascinating place with four major ancient Monasteries which are impressive and an enormous 14th century palace imposing 4-storey building in the centre of the city.

Day 09: Lo-Mangthang to Gami (3810 m/12,500ft): 6-7 hours.
You will take the upper highland trail to bid farewell to Lo-Manthang. This gives you splendid views of both Lo-Manthang and Charang Valley. You can also see the snow-capped mountains in the background. On the way, you can visit the oldest Tibetan monastery- Ghar Gompa.
From here, you will cross one of the last passes, Dhi Pass at 4100m. Onwards you will trek to Dhamkar.

Day 10: Gami to Syanbochen (3,806m/12,484ft): 5-6 hours.
From today the trail connects to the same path as we hiked up. For 14 days itinerary, you can’t extend via Yara Gomba due to the short time. If you wish to make an alternative circuit route, you may need to add two extra days. The journey in midday might be harassing due to the strong wind against us. However, the panoramic view of Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri is still worth on the south side

Day 13: Fly back to Pokhara.
Today you fly back early with a domestic flight to Jomsom. During the flight you can still enjoy the snowy peaks of the Himalayas.
The rest of the day is free in Pokhara. If you want to relax, there are plenty of opportunities for massages and spa treatments. Or enjoy a drink on a terrace along the shores of the lake.
If you want some more action, you can go out and visit some of the highlights around Pokhara: the World Peace Pagoda, Davis Falls, Mahadev Guptheswor cave or the International Mountain Museum.

You’ll stay in a standard hotel in Pokhara.
Day 14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
You will catch an early morning flight to Pokhara. It is a fantastic way to finish off your Upper Mustang trek. This flight takes you along the Kali Gandaki Gorge between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Today you will take back the scenic drive back to Kathmandu which takes around 6 hrs. There

Day 15: Final departure.
Today is your final day in Nepal. After breakfast, our team will drop you at the airport before the scheduled time. We hope to see you again.