Experience the ancient culture of Mustang; see desolate but spectacular landscapes interspersed with Tibetan monasteries, green fields and villages. Enjoy the sights and unique culture of the ancient fort city of Lo Manthang can be a pony treks.

"Mustang is one of the few places in the Himalayan region that has been able to retain its traditional Tibetan culture unmolested… authentic Tibetan culture now survives only in exile and a few places like Mustang, which have had long historical and cultural ties with Tibet." - The Dalai Lama.

Mustang - The Forbidden Kingdom, closed to westerners until 1992, is a fascinating and enchanted land of windblown mountains, red walled monasteries, and feudal towns. Connected to the commercially important Kali Gandaki valley Mustang is an ancient trade artery through the Himalaya dating back to the 1400's. However the region is more significant for it's contribution to Tibetan Buddhism, legend has it that the great founder of Tibetan Buddhism, Padmasambhava, who before building Samye (the oldest monastery in Tibet) came to Mustang to stand guard against and do battle with the evil powers out to destroy Buddhism. The temple of Lo Gekhar in eastern Mustang was built by Padmasambhava after his triumphant battle and still stands today.
Our trek rises up from the deepest natural river gorge in the world, over windswept passes and into the rain-shadow region behind the mighty Annapurna ranges to the 'Plain of Aspirations' and the walled capital city of Lo Manthang. Although the trail crosses stunning high altitude desert country there is still much wildlife to see - the endangered bharal (blue sheep), the elusive snow leopard, and the infamous yeti all call this land home! And then there are the mountain views too - Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulgiri and countless other soaring peaks. But it is the culture of Mustang and the ancient fort city of Lo Manthang, frozen in time that is our major goal. Our treks here are most popular during festival times - including the annual Tiji festival which is rarely visited by westerners.

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