The Forbidden Kingdom Tour

Mustang is one of Nepal's most mysterious and least known kingdoms. The landscape of Mustang is beautiful, composed of eroded sandstone pillars and layered moraine terraces, which together present a colourful mosaic made up principally of earthen reds, yellows and browns.

It is relatively easy trekking along the permitted route to Lo Manthang, which lies in the very heart of Mustang. The trek to Mustang is through an almost treeless, barren landscape. Strong winds generally howl across the area in the afternoon, generally subsiding at night. Being in the rain shadow of the Himalaya, Mustang has much less rain then the rest of Nepal.

Mustang trek lying in the rain shadow of the Himalayas, is perhaps the last enclave of pristine Tibetan culture. Forbidden & isolated from the rest of the world it was able to develop its own distinctive culture and tradition which is rich & unique.

Lo-Mustang, the capital is a walled city ruled by a religious king. Untouched by the quick pace of modern development, life in Mustang goes on as it has for centuries in an unhurried pace.

As with everywhere in the Himalayas, this area provides spectacular mountain sceneries highlighted by Dhaulagiri at 8167 meters (26,795ft) and Annapurna I at 8091 meters (26,545ft). You will be surrounded by more than 35 mountains over 6000 meters (19,680ft) high. The elevation of the trails rise from 2815 meters (9,233ft) to 3780 meters (12,398ft) above sea level.

Things to bring:
- Thermal clothing - gloves, socks, jackets
- Warm hat
- Suitable hiking boots
- Sun glasses
- Sun cream
- 3 passport size photographs for the trekking permit.

Health requirement:
You need to be healthy and physically fit for this tour. Physical examination is highly recommended.

Travel insurance:
- You must have a valid insurance policy that covers health, trip cancellation, accidents, emergency evacuation, and damage, theft, or loss of, your personal effects.
- If you have not booked a proper insurance policy yet, get one right now with WorldNomads.

Emergency services:
- In an emergency, we will arrange/provide all necessary rescue services (helicopter rescue, medical treatment, aftercare, etc.).
- By using such emergency services, you unconditionally agree to provide us with your travel insurance policy and authorise us to deal directly with your insurance company.

Tour cost includes:

- Domestic flights (including airport tax),
- Required ground transportation
- Food: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation
- Trekking permits and required entrance tickets
- Required trekking gears (walking pole, sleeping bag, down jacket, etc.) 
- Overal expenses for guides and porters, including their wages and insurance.

Tour cost does not include:

- Drinks (bottled water, beverages)
- Hot showers
- Battery charging fees
- Personal expenses, tips and donations.
- Your travel insurance