The Kingdom of Lo-manthang or Mustang situated at al altitude of 3770 m, is an independent kingdom within Nepal and its King having allegience to the King of Nepal. Though the people call themselves Lobas- people from Lo, they are very much Tibetan and practice a sophisticated culture and economy.

The King's palace is an imposing 4 - storey building in the center of the walled city. It is the home of the present king - Jigme Parbal Bista. The Honorary title "Bist - a high caste title in Nepali" was conferred by the King of Nepal. Though his duties are largely ceremonial, he is respected by the people and consulted about many issues by villagers throughout Lo Despite the apparent squalour of Lo Manthang, the city is prosperous and maintains a strong sense of community.

This is a restricted area and only recently been opened to tourism. However, only 5000 tourists per year are allowed to visit this enchanting kingdom and is on a first come first serve basis.

The rule applies that every trek group must be accompanied by a Government liaison officer from His Majesty's Government of Nepal and every visitor has to pay a restricted area entrance fee of US$ 700.00 per person which is valid for 10 days from the date of entry and if clients want to visit other areas north of Lo-manthang such as the Garphu, Nyaphu and Chosar Gompas, then an additional US$ 210.00 per person is levied.

Total Duration:     13 nights / 14 days
Transportation:    Both ways by Flight to/from starting and ending points.
Features:               Annpurna Range , Dhaulagiri Range .
Rivers:                    Kali Gandaki, Mustang, Narsing Khola
Tribes:                    Mostly Lobas & Tibetan Villages with Monasteries, Chortens and Caves.
Warning:                High Altitude Sickness.