Lo Manthang (Upper Mustang) has almost entirely preserved an authentic atmosphere of ancient Tibet, its culture, lifestyle and ethnic wholeness, due to its remoteness and strict non-tourist policy. Situated in the rough Himalayan highlands on the border with Nepal. The village is closed by a wall so that Lo Manthang is also called the walled city of Upper Mustang. 

What awaits us? Extreme mountain climate and high altitudes, mind-blowing views and Himalayan nature – from tropical foothills and forested valleys to snow-white 8000-meters high mountain peaks. Naturally, there will be great encounters with an absolutely new culture. In essence, we are going to see the life of pure Tibetans, the way how huge monasteries function and form society, and the conditions under which wild and famous yogis practiced in remote caves while been able to take the most incredible pictures.

Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.

Concentration of the holiest Buddhist places on our planet, some of which we will be able to explore! For example, the Great Stupas of Swayambhu and Bouddha.

Pokhara.

It’s the second largest city of Nepal, situated on the shore of a beautiful mountain lake and surrounded by one of the highest Himalayan mountain ranges: Annapurna. Pokhara is a trekker’s paradise due to its natural beauty, and geographical location, which makes the city a starting point for most Annapurna trekking routes.

Mustang region (Upper and lower) – Регион Мустанг (верхний и нижний).

In only one week, we’ll travel for more than 4000 meters up to the mountains, conquering incredible serpentine roads, and almost reach the border with Tibet.

• Mustang is an ancient forbidden kingdom, bordered by the Tibetan Plateau and sheltered by some of the world’s tallest peaks, including 8000-meter tall Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
• Strict regulations of tourists here have aided in maintaining Tibetan traditions. Hence, we are still some of the lucky few that will visit the area.
• Upper Mustang was a restricted demilitarized area until 1992, which makes it one of the most preserved regions in the world due to its relative isolation from the outside world.
• The name «Mustang» is derived from the Tibetan word meaning, «Plain of Aspiration.»
• Upper Mustang was only opened to foreigners in 1992 (annual quota at present of 1,000 people).
• It is a popular area for trekking and can be visited year-round (regardless of season).
• It is cold, and of high altitude, so we will have to wear really warm clothes.