Upper Mustang Trek

A representative of LekhBesi Holidays will meet us when we arrive at the Tribhuwan International Airport and drive us to our accommodation. Then we check in at the hotel, get ready, and rest. LekhBesi Holidays will offer a welcome supper in the evening. Spend the night in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, we depart for Pokhara, which is also known as The Lake City due to the abundance of lakes there. The Himalayas, including Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,794ft), Manaslu (8,156m/26,759ft), Machhapuchhre (6,993m/22,943ft), the five peaks of Annapurna, and others, are magnificently visible from Pokhara. After that, we check into our hotel and rest. We take pleasure in sailing on Fewa Lake and exploring the charming city streets. Get some rest in Pokhara.

We'll fly to Jomsom, known for its apples, ferocious winds, and stunning scenery, this morning. On an open path next to a stunning valley, we set out on our journey. Prior to arriving in Jomsom, which is perfectly situated on the banks of two rivers, we pass through the village of Eaklibatti. The village is lovely, with flat-roofed homes and the remains of a former fort. Restful sleep in Kagbeni.

After having our permits checked, we set off on our journey along a path that follows the Kali Gandaki River. We travel on sand while being buffeted by strong gusts before climbing a hill. When we finally arrive in Tangbe Village, we take in its winding lanes, white-washed homes, barley and buckwheat fields, and apple orchards. We keep walking, passing another settlement and across a river. Before arriving in Chele Village, we then proceed up a ridge.

Compared to what we have already experienced, our walk from today will be a little more difficult.  Two passes, Taklam La pass (3,624m) and Dajori La pass (3,735), must be traversed during today's hike. On the way, we pass Ramchung Cave and have fantastic views of Tilicho, Yakawa Kang, and Damodar Danda. We continue to descend till we get to Samar Village. From here, we proceed up a trail above the settlement until we come to a ridge. After there, we make a steep route descent to a brook before continuing on to Syanboche.

At 3,850 meters, we rise to the Yamda La pass. We pass a few teahouses, chortens, and lovely villages on the route. At 4,010 meters, Nyi Pass is reached after a hike through poplar woodlands and barley fields. We next make our way down to Ghami, one of the largest communities in the Lo area. The community is lovely, with fields encircling the whole thing.

Today's journey begins with a descent through a rocky and frequently slick path. Then we start ascending after crossing a suspension bridge across the Ghami Khola. Beautiful mani walls along the walkway along the pathway. We then arrive in Tsarang settlement after traversing the 3870m Tsarang La Pass. The town is perched atop the Charang Chu canyon, and to the east are a massive fortification and a red gompa.

Before starting our ascent to Lo La pass, which is at 3950m, we drop to a canyon and cross a river. We can see the lovely Lo Manthang settlement from the top of the pass. From the pass, we descend to the lovely walled town of Lo Manthang. The views of the Himalayas, including the Nilgiri, Tilicho, and Annapurna I mountains, Bhrikuti Peak, and Damodar Kunda (pond), are quite good from this location.

A walled settlement in Nepal's remote Upper Mustang region is called Lo Manthang. We spend the day visiting Jhampa, Thupchen, and Chhoeda, three of the town's most significant gompas. Over the past two decades, all of these gompas have received professional restoration. We can also hike to the lovely village of Tingkhar, which is situated northwest of Lo-Mangthang. 

When trekking back from Lo-Manthang, we take a different path. The settlement of Gyakar, which has a century-old Ghar Gompa with stunning rock murals, is traversed by our walk. A local proverb states that anyone who makes a wish at the Gompa will have it granted. We tour the Gompa before continuing on to Drakmar for the night.

In order to escape strong gusts, we set off on our walk early. For the most of the journey, we descend. Before reaching Ghiling, our trail travels over a barren plateau and farmland. The stroll might be a little challenging because we'll probably feel the wind on our faces. Although Ghiling is primarily dry, the Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains are still visible. In the evening, we can have a tour of the community. 

After breakfast, we set off on our hike. We follow the same path that we did when ascending to Lo Manthang. We get to see beautiful vistas of the Himalayas and little villages along the journey to Chhuksang. 

Our trek's final day is today, and it's a long one. After some time spent hiking, we reach the end of the Mustang paths and begin the Annapurna circuit. We make a lunch halt at Kagbeni. We continue our ascent to Jomsom for an overnight stay after lunch.

We fly to Pokhara in the early morning hours. The trip itself is a fantastic experience because the plane travels over a gorge that separates the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. We can relax for the remainder of the day after we get to Pokhara. Getting enough sleep in Pokhara.

After breakfast, we bid adieu to Pokhara's picturesque northern skyline and go south in the direction of Kathmandu. This tour will follow the banks of a river and offer stunning views of terraced hills and rural Nepalese life. We rest or buy for souvenirs after we get in Kathmandu. We shall enjoy a farewell supper in the evening to commemorate the successful conclusion of our adventure.

Today is the last day of our Nepal Upper Mustang Trek! We'll be taken to the airport by a representative about three hours prior to the scheduled flight. We bring fantastic memories of our vacation to Lo Manthang and Nepal with us on the plane back home.