Mustang & The Kingdom of Lo

Excellent summer trekking in Mustang a dramatic and culturally distinct region of Nepal.

The ancient Kingdom of Mustang has long been shrouded in mystery. Closed for many years to foreigners it finally opened its doors in 1988, although trekkers were restricted to the west side of the valley. We can now venture into the little trekked eastern side and following this alternative Mustang trekking route makes for a really satisfying new circuit trek.

We begin our Mustang trek following the traditional trail up the west Kali Gandaki valley to the walled city of Lo Manthang. After time to explore, we return through the picturesque villages of Dhi, Tange and Tetang toward the pilgrimage village of Muktinath. En route we see hermit caves and visit the remarkable 13th century cave monastery at Luri, one of the last remaining examples of its kind. We camp or stay in tea houses and our Mustang trekking route takes us over stunning high plateaus and through a spectacular desert landscape set against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks.

In May our Mustang trek attends the Tiji Festival, a celebration of dance and ritual to expel demons. The Loba people of Mustang boast a proud history, dating back to the 5th Century A.D.

This unique Mustang trek will leave an indelible imprint on our memories.