Forbidden Kingdom Trek
Trek Highlights:
The Upper Mustang region offers a hidden and unique culture with a spectacular adventure trekking into the last forbidden kingdom. This area was first opened for outsiders in 1991. While there you will explore the ancient monastery, caves, local tribes and scenic beauties of this unique landscapes. Make an adventure starting from world's deepest gorge Kaligandaki into the highest regions of Lo-Mangthang Valley that passes through an almost tree-less barren landscape, a steep rocky trail up and down hill, panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and several other peaks. The thousands years of isolation has helped keep the culture, lifestyle and heritage unchanged for centuries. The city wall and the four story palace in Lo-Manthang offer some of the most beautiful architectures in the Mustang region. Another attraction in the Mustang region is the Tiji Festival influenced by Tibetan Buddhism, which is timed to coincide with the end of the dry season (late winter/spring).
The people of Mustang call themselves Lobas, and they have their own King/tribal-leader, Jigme Palbar Bista. After Nepal was declared a republic in 2007, the Nepal Government took back the official recognition of the Bista as the Mustangi King. However, the people there still respect him as their King or tribe-leader. Bista also grants audience to visitors upon request. There is also strict control in obtaining a special permit from the department of immigration to protect their tradition from outside influence as well as to protect their environment. Join our US Sherpa International team in this majestic journey to the mystical land of Lo-Manthang!
Trek Overview:
Trek Itinerary:
The Upper Mustang region offers a hidden and unique culture with a spectacular adventure trekking into the last forbidden kingdom. This area was first opened for outsiders in 1991. While there you will explore the ancient monastery, caves, local tribes and scenic beauties of this unique landscapes. Make an adventure starting from world's deepest gorge Kaligandaki into the highest regions of Lo-Mangthang Valley that passes through an almost tree-less barren landscape, a steep rocky trail up and down hill, panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and several other peaks. The thousands years of isolation has helped keep the culture, lifestyle and heritage unchanged for centuries. The city wall and the four story palace in Lo-Manthang offer some of the most beautiful architectures in the Mustang region. Another attraction in the Mustang region is the Tiji Festival influenced by Tibetan Buddhism, which is timed to coincide with the end of the dry season (late winter/spring).
The people of Mustang call themselves Lobas, and they have their own King/tribal-leader, Jigme Palbar Bista. After Nepal was declared a republic in 2007, the Nepal Government took back the official recognition of the Bista as the Mustangi King. However, the people there still respect him as their King or tribe-leader. Bista also grants audience to visitors upon request. There is also strict control in obtaining a special permit from the department of immigration to protect their tradition from outside influence as well as to protect their environment. Join our US Sherpa International team in this majestic journey to the mystical land of Lo-Manthang!
Trek Overview:
- Duration: 19 to 21 days in Nepal
- Difficulty Level: ■■■□□ | Moderate
- Elevation: 2,900 feet to 12,792 feet
- Trekking Season: Mid March to late May, Late September to Mid November
- Details: Requires Camping trek: 2 to 4 porters for 1 member (camping/expedition) | Special permit fee $500 per person up to 10 days and $50 per person after 10 days
Trek Itinerary:
DAYS |
VENUES |
ELEVATION |
approx. TRAVEL TIME |
Day 1 |
Arrive in Katmandu |
4,300 ft |
N/A |
Day 2 |
Drive to Pokhara, night in Pokhara |
2,500 - 4,300 ft |
N/A |
Day 3 |
Day in Pokhara |
6,100 ft |
TBD |
Day 4 |
Fly to Jomsom & Trek to Kagbeni |
8,700 ft |
TBD |
Day 5 |
Trek to Chele / Chusang Valley |
10,660 ft |
TBD |
Day 6 |
Trek to Geling |
11,545 ft |
TBD |
Day 7 |
Trek to Tsarang |
11,545 ft |
TBD |
Day 8 |
Trek to Lo Manthang |
14,800 ft |
TBD |
Day 9 |
Rest & Explore Around Lo Manthang |
17,770 ft |
TBD |
Day 10 |
Trek to Dri/Yara |
9,000 ft |
4-5 hours |
Day 11 |
Trek to Bas Khola |
9,000 ft - 2,700 ft |
TBD |
Day 12 |
Acclimatization day |
2,700 ft |
TBD |
Day 13 |
Trek to Damodar Kund (lake) and camp |
2,700 ft - 4,300 ft |
TBD |
Day 14 |
Trek to Ghechung Khola |
4,300 ft |
TBD |
Day 15 |
Trek to Tange |
Value |
TBD |
Day 16 |
Trek to Tetang |
Value |
TBD |
Day 17 |
Trek to Muktinath |
TBD |
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Day 18 |
Trek to Jomsom |
TBD |
|
Day 19 |
Fly to Pokhara then back to Kathmandu |
TBD |
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Day 20 |
Last day in Kathmandu |
TBD |
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Day 21 |
Transfer to airport for departure |
TBD |