Lo-Manthang trek

We had a trek to Lo-Manthang to explorethe Shangri-La in Mustang. It is a really incredible place to visit. We went day hiking from Lo-Manthang to Chhoser, famous for its cave culture. In the past, a whole village lived in one cave, and the Jhong Cave, which is five stories and has more than 40 rooms, is standing proof the people of Achenbuk are proud of their cave house and the Nyphu Gompa, which is half inside the cave. We are also very proud of Nepal and Nepali; we feel we are very rich in nature, art, and souvenirs from God. I recommend to you one life must visit to Lo-Manthang.

Outline of the Lo-Manthang Trek

Day 1—Arrival Day, Kathmandu

Welcome to Nepal! Airport pickup and transfer to Kathmandu hotel. Rest and acclimatize to the overseas flight. Evening briefing of the Lo-Manthang trek with permit procedures.

Day 2—Morning Kathmandu Valley sightseeing. Afternoon flight to Pokhara.

 Kathmandu Valley sightseeing. Scenic 20 m flight to Pokhara, through terraced hillsides and rivers to picturesque Pokhara. Transfer to the Lakeside Hotel. Free evening exploring Phewa Lake and mountain views.

Day 3—Fly to Jomsom and Trek to Kagbeni

Early morning flight across the Annapurna range to Jomsom. Start a trek across the Kali Gandaki Valley as far as the ancient village of Kagbeni, the gate of restricted Upper Mustang.

Day 4—Trek from Kagbeni to Chele

Experience of remote Upper Mustang with limited permits. Trek in deserts, age-old caves, as well as rural Nepal villages. First-time views of trans-Himalayan desert landscapes as well as culture.

Day 5 - Trek Chele to Syanbochen

Scenic hike with spectacular cliffs and gorges. Mountain passes at high elevations with prayer flags. Special geology and Tibetan Buddhist culture in rural towns.

Day 6 - Trek Syangbochen to Ghami

Walk through the world's deepest gorge sector. Scenic trek past chortens and mani walls. Reached the traditional Tibetan village of Ghami with fine views of mountains.

Day 7—Trek Ghami to Tsarang

Walk through the Cross Nyi La pass with excellent views. Go down below Tsarang, beyond the Mustang kingdom capital. Take in the old monastery and royal palace ruins of the historic past.

Day 8 - Tsarang to Lo-Manthang

Final trip to Lo-Manthang, mythic walled capital. Travel through time-worn gates into Nepal's final restricted kingdom. See royal palace and Tibetan traditional architecture.

9. Altar at Lhatok Temple in Lo-Manthang

Full-day exploration of the walled medieval town of Lo-Manthang. Visits to centuries-old monasteries, royal palaces, and traditional Tibetan dwellings. Immersion in true Tibetan culture with contacts with locals. Lo-Manthang is also known as the Upper Mustang Trek.

Day 10—Lo-Manthang to Dhak

Start the return trek on the alternate trail. Trek to Dhakmar village with spectacular red cliffs and age-old caves. Alternate view of Upper Mustang scenery.

Day 11 - Trek Dhakmar to Shyangbochen

Proceed downwards across diverse terrains. Cross initial meditation caves along with traditional villages. Encounter shifting scenery with high deserts towards low-altitude plant regions.

Day 12 - Trek Shyangmochen to Chuksang

Hike up along the Kali Gandaki valley with vertical sides. Cross suspension bridges as well as rural settlements. Observe familiar ground nearby as trek is in final stage.

Day 13 - Trek Chuksang to Kagbeni

Back at Kagbeni along a familiar trail. Recall the good trek in the restricted kingdom. Final evening in restricted zone before returning to normal trekking area.

Day 14—Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom

 Short morning trek up along the Kali Gandaki River up until Jomsom. Celebrate the successful trek of Lo-Manthang. Rest before the return flight back to Pokhara.

15.  Jomsom to Pokhara

Early morning flight Pokhara-Jomsom with mountain views. Return back to Lakeside Leisure. Leisure, shopping, and any of several optional activities, such as boating.

Day 16—Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Final day activities such as shopping in Thamel and a farewell dinner mark a successful trek in the forbidden kingdom.

 Day 17—Transfer to airport hotel; check out with airport transfer for outbound international flight. Culmination of a memorable trek in half-forgotten Lo-Manthang with rare cultural encounters and a lifetime experience of Nepal's lost kingdom.