Nepal government is gradually opening forbidden regions for trekking, some of which have become very popular within the very short span of time. Among of the recently opened such areas are Dolpo, Mustang, Manaslu and Kanchanjunga.
DOLPO:
This trek to the sacred Phoksundo Lake is a privilege few foreigners have enjoyed due to the regions' closure until 1989. It lies in the Trans-Himalayan region of the Mid-Western Nepal which is rugged and remote. This trek requires the crossing of two high passes. It falls within the Shey Phoksundo National Park. It has scattered fascinating village and is still the land of mystery, serenity and peace. This route provides pleasure of nature to the trekkers, who are more adventurous.
Trekking Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu, transfer to hotel / tour briefing.
Day 02 Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley.
Day 03 Fly, Kathmandu / Nepalgunj, overnight hotel
Day 04 Early morning, fly to Dolpo (Juphal) then trek to Hanke (2660m)
Day 05 Samduwa
Day 06 Phoksundo Lake (3600m)
Day 07 Rest at Phoksundo Lake
Day 08 cross Baga La (5090m) and camp next side
Day 09 Numla base camp (5190m
Day 10 Chutung Dang (3967m)
Day 11 Chibu Kharka (3915m)
Day 12 Saldang (4100m)
Day 13 Yang Tsser village (4300m)
Day 14 Karang (4100m
Day 15 Ramanan (4600m)
Day 16 Samling Gompa (3800m)
Day 17 Shey Gompa (4500m)
Day 18 Rest day at Shey Gompa, visit Chakang Gompa
Day 19 Yak Kharka (4500m)
Day 20 Ringmu (3600m)
Day 21 Rachi
Day 22 Roha village
Day 23 Juphal
Day 24 Fly Nepalgunj / Kathmandu
Day 25 Departure for onward destination
MUSTANG:
The forbidden of Mustang was opened in 1991. It is still virgin land for trekkers. Trekking days can be shortened by both the ways flying from Pokhara. The real trek begins from Kagbeni and concludes in 10 days. You will have opportunity to explore social and culture life of Bhotias. It passes through Tibetan plateau and trekkers feel themselves stepping into paradise. Lo Manthang is the capital of Kingdom of Mustang. It is the only walled city in the whole Himalayan region. This trek is a challenge because it is very strenuous.
Trekking Itinerary:
Day 01 Trip commences in Kathmandu, introductions and formalities
Day 02 Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 03 Pokhara by bus or flight
Day 04 Nayapul by bus then trek to Hille/Tikkedunga
Day 05 Ghorepani
Day 06 Tatopani
Day 07 Ghasa
Day 08 Tukche
Day 09 Jomsom
Day 10 Kagbeni
Day 11 Chele overnight camp - enter restricted area
Day 12 Gilling
Day 13 Ghami
Day 14 Tsarang
Day 15 Lo-Manthang
Day 16 Lo-Manthang day hiking
Day 17 Ghami
Day 18 Samar
Day 19 Chhusang
Day 20 Kagbeni
Day 21 Muktinath - exit restricted area
Day 22 Jomsom
Day 23 Pokhara by air better
Day 24 Kathmandu by bus/air
Day 25 Day in Kathmandu - sightseeing/shopping/optional rock-climbing
Day 26 Trip concludes in Kathmandu