- 17 Days
- Trekking
For years, Mustang has beckoned trekkers to penetrate its dramatic, tawny and mysterious landscape. Set against the towering peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, the kingdom of Lo Manthang is a vassal state within Nepal where ancient Tibetan culture remains intact. Inhabitants live inside fortress-like villages known as dzongs, built to shield the citizenry from marauding Mongol horsemen. Snow Lion has been trekking into Mustang since 1992, when the area was opened on a carefully restricted basis that still remains in effect.
Newsletter Article: Past Tense, Present Wonder
Illustration of Himalayan Rain Shadow shows how this region stays dry.
Trip Highlights
- A rare chance to see an isolated kingdom accessible by a special permit only
- Amazing shopping and street life in Kathmandu
- The magnificent walled city of Lo Manthang
- Witnessing age-old spiritual practices in Buddhist monasteries
- Experiencing the daily lifestyle of a traditional Tibetan Buddhist culture
- Hiking among many of the highest peaks on earth
What's Included
- English-speaking expedition manager
- Nepalese guide and trekking support staff
- Double-occupancy hotel accommodations in Kathmandu
- Deluxe camping facilities:
- New North Face VE 25 dome tents
- Spacious dining tent with table and chairs
- Environmentally friendly, flushable chemical toilets
- Shower and shower tent
- Hotel / airport transfers and sightseeing in Kathmandu as per itinerary
