Trek overview
Upper Mustang Trek
A journey into the rain-shadow landscape and Tibetan-influenced culture of the former Kingdom of Lo, centered on walled Lo Manthang.
Moderate
12–17 trekking days
Around 4,000 m
Kathmandu
Rough itinerary
A flexible planning outline.
This is a planning example—not a package or fixed schedule. The final pace should reflect acclimatization, access, weather, permits and the traveler.
Kathmandu to Jomsom and Kagbeni
Travel through Pokhara to Jomsom, then reach the restricted-area gateway.
Kagbeni to Ghami
Progress through Chele and high, wind-shaped villages.
Tsarang to Lo Manthang
Approach the walled capital of the former Kingdom of Lo.
Explore Lo Manthang
Allow time for monasteries, local history and nearby villages.
Eastern return route
Return through a different landscape when conditions and itinerary permit.
Kagbeni and Jomsom to Kathmandu
Return through Pokhara with weather and transport buffers.
Fit the trek to the person.
Consider altitude experience, walking fitness, available days, season, comfort expectations and contingency time. Verify current requirements and local conditions before travel.
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