Upper Mustang /Dolpo Trek

Key Points

Start At

Kathmandu

Duration

13 Days

Trekking Grade

D

Accommodation

Heritage Hotels

Max. Altitude

3,840m

Activity

Trekking

Meals

B.L.D

Best Season

June–September

End At

Kathmandu

Trip Overview

The Upper Mustang Trek takes you into the ancient Himalayan Kingdom of Lo, a restricted and culturally rich region once part of Tibet. Known for its desert landscapes, cave dwellings, Tibetan monasteries, and the walled city Lo-Manthang, this trek is a journey into one of the last remaining places that preserves traditional Tibetan Buddhism.

Upper Mustang offers a unique mix of history, spirituality, and dramatic landscapes, making it one of Nepal’s most extraordinary treks.

Highlights

    • Crystal-clear Shey Phoksundo Lake

    • The sacred monastery Shey Gompa

    • Cross high passes like Kang La, Sela, Jyanta

    • Remote villages: Ringmo, Saldang, Dho Tarap

    • Rare wildlife: snow leopard, blue sheep, musk deer

    • Explore ancient caravan trails of Upper Dolpo

Itinerary Details :

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Hotel transfer, trek briefing.

Day 2: Fly to Pokhara (820m)

Relax or explore lakeside.

Day 3: Fly to Jomsom (2,720m), Trek to Kagbeni (2,810m) – 3 hrs

Entry to Upper Mustang region.

Day 4: Kagbeni to Chele (3,050m) – 6 hrs

Walk through desert landscapes.

Day 5: Chele to Syanboche (3,470m) – 6 hrs

Cross Taklam La & Dajori La passes.

Day 6: Syanboche to Ghami (3,520m) – 5 hrs

View of cliffs, stupas, mani walls.

Day 7: Ghami to Tsarang (3,620m) – 5 hrs

Visit the red monastery of Tsarang.

Day 8: Tsarang to Lo-Manthang (3,840m) – 4 hrs

Explore the walled kingdom.

Day 9: Explore Lo-Manthang

Visit monasteries, caves, local villages.

Day 10: Lo-Manthang to Drakmar – 7 hrs

Beautiful trail through cliffs.

Day 11: Drakmar to Ghiling – 5 hrs

Day 12: Ghiling to Chhuksang – 6 hrs

Day 13: Chhuksang to Jomsom – 6 hrs

Day 14: Fly to Pokhara → Fly/Drive to Kathmandu

Package Include

    • Domestic flights: Kathmandu–Nepalgunj–Juphal (round trip)

    • Upper Dolpo & Lower Dolpo Restricted Permits

    • All meals during the trek

    • Tent or tea house accommodation (mixed)

    • Professional guide & porter

    • Guide/porter insurance

    • First-aid, oxygen cylinder

    • Camping equipment (tents, kitchen crew)

    • Government taxes

Package Exclude

  • ❌ Package Excludes

    • International flights

    • Nepal visa

    • Personal insurance

    • Hot showers, charging, Wi-Fi

    • Tips & personal expenses

    • Bar bills, snacks, beverages

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