Jomsom (2,743 m.), a dry landscape, is also known as a new port. From Jomsom, Nilgiri (7,061 m) and Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) are visible. Despite the number of fights being scheduled to Jomsom, going there largely depends on the weather conditions. Accommodation is not a problem in Jomsom as there are many hotels and lodges.
‘Thakalis’ are the locals of Jomsom. They are believed to be hard working. From the very beginning, locals of Jomsom were and are engaged in trade. Jomsom is also popular for its apple production. Kagbeni is a 4hr trek away from Jomsom. It is a gateway to Upper Mustang. Kagbeni is a remote village in the Himalayan region. Tourism and agriculture are major wellsprings for Kagbeni.
Lo Manthang is the capital of Mustang. Hiking, photography, sightseeing, trekking are major excitements about visiting Lo Manthang. The path to Lo Manthang is combination of steep rocks and desert-like places. Namgyal Gompa (3910m.) and Tinggar Gumba (4025m.) are major attractions of Lo Manthang. During clear weather, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Khumbila, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Kusum Kangaru, Mt. Tashi Lhaptsa, Mt. Nangbala are visible from Syanboche.
After two weeks in the Himalayan region, trekkers will descend down to Tatopani. Tatopani, literally meaning “hot water” in Nepali is a hot water spring. Locals here believe that a bath in the spring will help to cure bone and skin diseases.