Overview
Location
Upper Mustang, Nepal
Duration
12 days
Difficulty
intermediate
Group Size
Max 12
Journey into the forbidden kingdom of Upper Mustang, a remote Tibetan-Buddhist enclave beyond the Himalayas. Discover ancient cave monasteries, dramatic red cliffs, and the walled city of Lo Manthang on this culturally rich high-desert trek.
trekking
cultural
Nepal
Himalayas
desert
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Your Guide
Dawa Yangzom
11 yrs experience4.9(45)
One of Nepal's few female Sherpa guides. Specialist in Annapurna Circuit and Langtang treks. Passionate about empowering women in mountain tourism and sustainable trekking practices.
Specialties
Annapurna regionwomen's trekkingsustainable tourismbotany
Certifications
NMA Trekking Guide — NMA (2015)
Leave No Trace Trainer — LNT Center (2019)
Gear Checklist
0/6 must-haves packed
Must HaveEssential
- Mountaineering boots (crampons compatible)
- Layered clothing system (base, mid, shell)
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with extra batteries
- Sunscreen SPF 50+ & glacier glasses
- First aid & blister kit
Nice to HaveOptional
- Lightweight camera or GoPro
- Trekking gaiters
- Satellite communicator (e.g. Garmin inReach)
- Altitude sickness medication (consult doctor)
- Buff / neck gaiter