Flight to Jomsom – 20 mins | Kagbeni – 2,800 m / 9,186 ft – 5hrs Trek

Early in the morning we will fly to Jomsom which takes approx. 20 minutes, having close views of Annapurna Range, Dhaulagiri and others. Upon landing at the airport, we will meet with our crew members and head out for Kagbeni. It takes about 3.5 hrs walk to reach Kagbeni from Jomsom. On reaching the Kagbeni Village, we will complete our paperwork at the police check post before entering this long forbidden region of Nepal.

Overnight at Red House Kagbeni (FB)

Chuksang- 2,980 m / 9,777 ft – 5 hrs walk

Today we will head out for Chuksang. The trail passes through the mix of high trail and riverbank with the endless stretch of sand to the village of Tangbe. The village is a labyrinth of narrow alleys, fields of buckwheat and barley and apple orchards with the view of Nilgiri Peak on the back. After a 2 hrs hike, we will reach Chuksang village which lies at the confluence of the Narshing Khola (River) and Kali Gandaki River. Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Samar – 3,620 m / 11,877 ft – 5 hrs walk

Today we will hike to Samar passing through a small settlement known as Chele village. During the walk, you can find a distinct change in topography, culture, lifestyle, and people. From Chele, we will climb a steep spur to Taklam La (3624m) and Dajong La (3660m). After crossing these two passes, you will descend on a pleasant trail to Samar.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Geling – 3,570 meters / 11,712 ft – 5 hrs walk

From Samar, we climbto a ridge and then descend into a large gorge past a Chorten. We then pass through the Ranchug cave, one of the holiest places in Mustang. We then cross a stream, climb a pass and then descend along a ridge to Shyangmochen. From there the trail climbs gently to Geling.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Drakmar – 3,810 m / 12,500 ft

From Geling, we head west, climbing gently through fields to Tama Gaun. Then we head north to reach Nyi La (4020m). We then descend down from the pass and after 30 minutes’ walk, we come to a trail junction from where we head straight to Drakmar Village.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Lo Manthang – 3,840 m / 12,598 ft – 8 hrs trek | Lo Gekar – approximately 3,800 m to 3,850 m / 12,467 to 12,631 ft

After early breakfast, we head out for a long day walk to Lo Manthang. We will pass through Lo Gekar and Ghar Gumba (Monastery) which is one of the major attractions of the day.

Overnight at Hotel Mandala (FB)

Lo Manthang – 3,840 m / 12,598 ft

Explore the fascinating city of Lo Manthang. Today we will visit the four major temples Namgyal Gompa (situated on the hilltop and also used as a local court), Champa Lakhang (God House), Thugchen Gompa and Chyodi Gompa. Another attraction is the king’s palace, an imposing building in the center of the city and is occupied by the current King and Queen.

Overnight at Hotel Mandala (FB)

Yara – 3,650 m / 11,975 ft – 7 hrs trek

We begin our return journey from Lo Manthang,to Yara passing by Sungden Chorten.The trail then gently climbs on the ridge viewing the scenic landscapes. After an hour of steep descend we again come to a wide highland and descend rocky gully and knee crunching trail until reaching Dhi village. We cross by a suspension bridge over the Kaligandaki River and make a short steep climb following PuyungKho lato Yara village.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Luri Gompa – 3,900 m / 12,795 ft | yara – 3,650 meters / 11,975 ft

We begin our return journey from Lo Manthang,to Yara passing by Sungden Chorten.The trail then gently climbs on the ridge viewing the scenic landscapes. After an hour of steep descend we again come to a wide highland and descend rocky gully and knee crunching trail until reaching Dhi village. We cross by a suspension bridge over the Kaligandaki River and make a short steep climb following PuyungKho lato Yara village.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Tangye- 3,240 m / 10,630 ft – 7 hrs walk

We set out early for a long day walk to Tangye village. The trail first goes through a short but steep ascend and becomes a long flat way before stepping down to Dechhyang Khola. Afterwards the trail goes up and down and then we are on a huge plateau crossing it to reach Tangya village.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Chuksang – 2,980 meters / 9,777 ft – 8 hrs trek

Today we will descend to Chuksang which takes approx. 8 hrs walk. We start off early leaving the village and crossing a suspension bridge, following a short river route. We then cross the river and steeply climb up passing small passes along the way we reach the hilltop. Further, descend down until reaching the village of Chuksang.

Overnight at Local lodge (FB)

Muktinath – 3,710 m / 12,172 ft – 7 hrs trek

Today we descend down to Muktinath which takes approx. 6 hrs walk. We descend down through the Tetang village. After a steep climb, we come to a view point from where we can have a panoramic view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Tukuche Himalayan range. Then we descend down crossing a small stream by a suspension bridge to the village of Chhyongar. We then follow the level trail until reaching Muktinath.

Overnight at Lo Mustang Hotel (FB)

Jomsom – 2,743 m / 8,999 ft – 6 hrs trek

Today we leave Muktinath and descend down to Jharkot village where we visit the ancient Sakyamuni Buddhist Monastery and Traditional Medical Center and then to Ekalbhatte and to Jomsom.

Overnight at OM’s Home (FB)

Kathmandu – 1,400 m / 4,593 ft | Pokhara 827 m / 2,713 ft

We take an early morning spectacular flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and catch a connecting flight back to Kathmandu.