The Upper Mustang Trek is a unique adventure that takes you to the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, offering a rare glimpse into the preserved Tibetan culture, stunning desert-like landscapes, and historic monasteries. Often called the “Last Forbidden Kingdom,” Upper Mustang was restricted to foreigners until 1992, making it one of Nepal’s most exclusive trekking destinations.
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Flight (Pokhara-Jomsom), Jeep, Bus
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3-Star Hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara, Teahouses during the trek
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3,840m (Lo Manthang)
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Kathmandu
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March-May, September-November
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Cultural Trek, High-Altitude Desert Trekking
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All meals during the trek (Nepali, Tibetan, and Continental)
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English, Nepali
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Moderate
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Minimum 2 people required
The Upper Mustang Trek takes you deep into Nepal’s remote trans-Himalayan region, beyond the Annapurna Range, to an area that feels more like Tibet than Nepal. This trek features barren landscapes, colorful rock formations, hidden caves, ancient Buddhist monasteries, and medieval Tibetan culture. The highlight is reaching Lo Manthang (3,840m), the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Mustang.
Highlights
- Explore the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang
- Discover centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, caves, and chortens
- Experience Tiji Festival (held in May), a unique Buddhist celebration
- Cross Kali Gandaki Gorge, the world’s deepest gorge
- Stunning views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna, and the Mustang desert landscapes
- Visit the sacred Muktinath Temple, a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists
