UPPER DOLPO & MUSTANG JOURNEYS
ETHNICALLY TIBETAN NEPAL HIMALAYA TREKS!
Our Kamzang Journeys guided Nepal Himalaya treks into spectacular Upper Mustang and Upper Dolpo explore some of these Tibetan border regions’ most culturally interesting and least known trekking routes, ancient salt trade caravan and pilgrimage trails through remote valleys, breathtakingly beautiful Himalayan trekking!
Upper Mustang and its walled capital, Lo Manthang, is a remote and starkly beautiful region, home to Tibetan Buddhism as well as the remnants of the more mystical Bon religion which pre-dates Buddhism. Mustang was first explored by a handful of intrepid Himalayan travelers and pilgrims in the 50s and 60s, and we continue in their spirit of exploration. On our Himalayan camping and lodge treks, and jeep safaris, we journey along some of the least known routes to the more isolated villages in this sun-drenched region, often following the rocky Kali Gandaki riverbed, other times trekking on spectacular trails high above it, and descending through marvelously sculpted and multi-hued gorges. We explore traditional villages, dramatic canyons, and high nomadic plateaus, we explore Upper Mustang’s Buddhist ‘sky caves’ (ancient burial sites and Buddhist mural caves), chat with ethnically Tibetan villagers, and wander some of Nepal’s least trekked trails. During our unique Himalayan trek, we camp with Tibetan nomads, who still live traditionally in their yak-hair tents, tending their goats, sheep, and yaks. Truly the last nomads of Nepal, and good friends that The Kamzang Fund has been supporting during many of the recent harsh winters.
Upper Dolpo is a remote and spectacular region of snow leopards, blue sheep, wolves, yaks, sacred snow peaks, turquoise lakes, crumbling ‘dzongs’ (fortresses), traditional trade routes with Tibet, billowing barley crops, animal husbandry, labor-intensive autumn harvests, and Dolpo-pa on horseback. This Himalayan border region is one of Nepal’s most culturally vibrant regions, a true Shangri-la which still practices traditional Tibetan medicine, and is a bastion of both Tibetan Buddhism and Bon religions. Our truly special Upper Dolpo camping treks include a pilgrimage circumambulating the sacred Crystal Mountain kora. We love our explorations of the wild and beautiful Tibetan border region of Upper Dolpo …
Kamzang Journeys | Upper Mustang & Dolpo Treks
Nepal Himalaya Trekking
TripAdvisor Reviews!
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our signature (and totally unique) remote camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang! The Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a stunning land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals & spectacular Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. 19-day Upper Mustang permit, an epic journey through one of Nepal’s most incredible regions!
4 – 27 May 2025 (24 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
GHT | Sacred Upper Dolpo (Shey Phoksumdo) to Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Trekking
Upper Dolpo, Nepal’s Shangri-La, is a wild, spectacular Tibetan region of Buddhist villages and monasteries, Himalayan peaks, high passes, turquoise lakes, mountain rivers, yaks, blue sheep and snow leopards. Our epic trek includes Dolpo’s most remote valleys, a kora of Crystal Mountain, Shey, Phoksumdo Lake, Bhijer and Panzang valley via the high passes leading to Mustang.
28 Sept – 28 Oct 2025 (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
GHT | Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Upper Mustang to Nar (Teri La Annapurnas) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
A wild trek connecting Upper Mustang and Nar Phu in the Annapurna region via the Teri La pass. Mustang is a Tibetan land of walled cities, fortresses, white-washed villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic caves, nomads and Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki. The Teri La is a wild, remote pass connecting these two remote regions, one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets!
4 May – 3 June (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Tiji Festival Options!)
Our specially crafted Upper Mustang lodge trek for private excursions into this magical, ethnically Tibetan kingdom of Lo! Our trek into the hidden Buddhist regions of Upper Mustang ventures into the world of ancient ‘sky-caves’ (Luri Gompa & Tashi Kabum), adorned with some of the most exquisite murals of the Tibetan Buddhist world. Upgrade to boutique-luxury lodges, use traditional Mustangi lodges, or visit during the colorful Tiji Festival time in May. Customize your own perfect Upper Mustang journey!
Custom Departures (15 or 17 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Mustangi Guide
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Jeep Safari – Nepal Himalaya Tours (Tiji Festival Options!)
Our Kamzang Journeys boutique, heritage jeep safari through remote Upper Mustang is a wonderful way to experience the culture, natural beauty, and history of this breathtakingly beautiful Himalayan region. Following old salt-trade caravan trails into fabled Upper Mustang, you will enjoy the best available Mustang hotels and lodges, including the wonderful Royal Mustang Lodge in Lo Manthang, owned by Jigme-La, the King of Mustang and Maya’s Heritage Inn in Tsarang, owned by Maya and Tsewang Bista, the king’s cousins. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will experience the ultimate in Nepal’s boutique and heritage accommodation.
Custom Departures (15 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Mustangi Guide
Upper Mustang Himalayan Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Mountain Biking
Our Kamzang Journeys mountain biking trip into Upper Mustang, a breathtakingly beautiful journey following ancient caravan routes into fabled Upper Mustang’s most remote regions. On our guided cycling tour, we camp with the last Tibetan nomads in Nepal, cycle through hidden regions of Upper Mustang, explore ancient Buddhist ‘sky caves’ and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, and cross Himalayan passes. Epic cycling through a piece of ‘old Tibet’ …
Customized Trips (21 Days) – Camping, Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang & Manang Annapurnas & Thorung La Summer Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our totally unique summer trek through Manang, the Annapurnas and Upper Mustang during the green planting season! The fabled Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals and spectacular Himalayan peaks (including often hidden Annapurna l) soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Starting in Manang and crossing the Thorung La, this is an epic journey!
June (25 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Upper Dolpo & Dhorpatan Trek | The Yarsagumba Route – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Upper Dolpo, a Tibetan border region of far-flung villages and Buddhist monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys, Nepal’s Shangri-La. Join our explorations of Dolpo’s remote Shey Gompa, Phoksumdo Lake + Panzang valley. As a finale, we trek Schaller and Matthiessen’s stunning Dhorpatan route during yarsagumba (Himalayan gold) season!
May – June (40 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Hidden Lower Dolpo & Dhorpatan Journey | The Yarsta Gunbu Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Dolpo is a remote Tibetan border region of far-flung villages and Tibetan Buddhist and Bon monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys; truly Nepal’s Shangri-La. Our June explorations of hidden Lower Dolpo include Phoksumdo Lake and Dho Tarap as well as our secret valleys. As a spectacular finale, we trek Schaller and Matthiessen’s stunning Dhorpatan route during yartsa gunbu (Himalayan Gold Rush) season!
May – June (30 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Summer Camping Trek & Multi-Sport Adventures – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our totally unique summer trek through Manang, the Annapurnas and Upper Mustang during the green planting season! The fabled Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals and spectacular Himalayan peaks (including often hidden Annapurna l) soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. With Chitwan wildlife safaris, rafting and canyoning, this is an epic journey!
June (25 days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Summer Camping Trek – Nepal Trekking
Our remote, totally unique summer camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang, during the vibrantly green planting season! The Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a fabled land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals and spectacular Himalayan peaks (including often hidden Annapurna l) soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Adding a few river days, this is ust an epic journey! Join us!
June – July (25 Days) – Expedition Trekking + Lodges – Kim + Lhakpa