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Upper Mustang is a great introductory trek. It is also a great trek to observe culture including the ancient art of weaving, making Tibetan shoes, and hearding yaks.

best seasons for this trek: All Seasons

ITINERARY/Price estimate 

All Inclusive Package* (2250.00US)

Day 1- Pick up from airport and shop in Thamel for supplies

Day 2- Drive to Pokhara

Day 3- Drive to Jomsom and tour

Day 4- Drive to LoMantang and tour

Day 5- Ride horses to Chosar cave and explore the cave

Day 6- Ride horses to Chunjung and look for Yaks and Nomads

Day 7- Visit ancient monastery

Day 8- Drive to Surkhang and explore the village and landscape

Day 9- Visit Kimalung Monastery and landscape and drive to Sangboche

Day 10- Drive to Tato Pani

Day 11- Drive to Pokhara and rest

Day 12- Drive to Kathmandu

Day 13- Fly back to home country

Necessary Gear

Personal Gear

  • Passport

  • 3 photocopies of Passport

  • 35-45 Liter duffel bag

  • Sleeping bag (light weight)

  • Rain jacket

  • Tennishoe/boot for trekking

  • Bio degradable soap

  • Backpacking towel

  • Slipper or sandal

  • Headlamp and 2 sets of extra batteries

  • 1 liter water bottle (X2)

  • 2-4 Pants, synthetic (nylon etc)

  • 1-2 Shorts

  • 2-4 trekking or dry weave t-shirts

  • Light jacket

  • Fleece

  • Down Jacket

  • 1 Synthetic under shirt and pant

  • 4-7 wool socks (trekking weight)

  • Backpack 30 Liters

  • Sunglasses

  • Bandana

  • Camera

  • Sunscreen

  • Snacks

  • Extra money for trinkets and shopping