Upper Mustang Trek – 18 Days
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Country
Nepal
Duration
18 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Best Season
Spring/Autumn
Altitude
3710m/12171ft
Group Size
Min 2 Pax
Accomodation
N/A
Co-ordinates
29.23° N, 83.93° W
Activity
N/A
Trek Style
Tea House Trek
Transportation
Domestic Air / Land Transportation
Culture
Tibetan
Himalayan Sight
Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri Massif, Nilgiri North, Nilgiri Central, Nilgiri South, Tukuche Peak, Tilicho Peak, Bhrikuti Peak, Damodar Himal Range, Damodar Peak, Yakawa Kang, Khumjungar.
Airport
Domestic
Range
Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Upper Mustang Trek is a wonderful journey that takes you to the scenic land of Upper Mustang. It is a challenging trek, yet fun and exciting at the same time. The journey takes you back by decades. Walking on the dry routes of Upper Mustang, you feel that all your ties from the real world are cut and that you’re heading to an undiscovered place. Upper Mustang Trek in Nepal is without a doubt one of the most preferred trekking journeys in Nepal. The term ‘once is not enough’ seems to have been coined for Mustang Trekking in Nepal itself. You must try it out.
Upper Mustang Trek Highlights
Mustang Nepal weather is one of the highlights of the Upper Mustang trek. It’s dry and hot, but things get cold during the night. During the late afternoon, the high-velocity wind blows in the region. Upper Mustang Trek also allows you to cover Mustang Nepal caves. These man-sized caves scattered across the region attract a lot of tourists from around the country. The Upper Mustang trek is also known as the land beyond the mountains. To reach this place, you need to go around the Himalayas. The mountains are situated towards the south of the region. An interesting attraction is the Kali Gandaki River. You have to cross it to get to Upper Mustang.
On your way from Kathmandu to Mustang, you cover the beautiful city of Pokhara in the middle. You can access Mustang Nepal from Pokhara either on a bus or on a plane. The journey starts from Jomsom, which is the capital of Mustang, and also one of its most beautiful cities. On the Upper Mustang Trek, you make your way from Jomsom to Lo Manthang and the same way back. On the Mustang trekking route, you visit places such as Geiling, Tsarang, Namgyal, and so on. Lo Manthang happens to be the main attraction of the trek. It is also famous by the titles ‘The Forbidden City’ or ‘The Walled City’.
Mustang Nepal Best Time To Visit
Quite like the other parts of Nepal, Mustang Nepal the best time to visit is between the months of September and November. During this time of the year, the weather is ideal, neither too hot nor too cold. Also, the skies are clear, allowing you to enjoy some of the best mountain views. During this time of the year, the trekking routes get quite crowded. To avoid this, you could trek between the months of March and May as well. The rest of the features of this season matches that of the earlier one, however, you might need to compromise with the mountain views.
Mustang Nepal Bike Trip
Upper Mustang trekking is one of the most preferred ways to explore Upper Mustang. However, there is one another medium that is gaining immense popularity, and that is the Mustang Nepal Bike Trip. Basically, by going on a bike trip in this region, you’re able to finish the exploration process in a shorter amount of time, and more comfortably. You could spend the remaining time exploring the other attractions that are not in your main itinerary. Needless to say that you need to be an expert bike rider to ride in the hills of Nepal, and mainly in the dry region of Mustang.
When you’re not quite sure what region of Nepal to explore, Upper Mustang trek in Nepal can prove to be the ideal choice for you. Mustang trekking in Nepal allows you to visit and get to know about some of the most scenic places in The country. When you go on Upper Mustang Trek, you feel as if the time has stopped. You’d definitely want to overstay here. From natural to religious and cultural attractions, the trek has so many things to offer to you, all you need to do is take that leap. You should definitely try this trekking Upper Mustang trek adventure on your visit to Nepal.
If you’re looking to spend your holidays in Nepal, and more importantly, go on Upper Mustang Trek, choose Great Nepal Treks as your travel partner. It is reliable and affordable travel and tour operator, and it specializes in trekking and expedition. To meet the demands of all the tourists, it also offers packages featuring activities such as adventure sports, jungle safari, helicopter tour, food and cultural tour, and so many others. Great Nepal Treks covers some of the most preferred and off-the-beat tourist destinations in countries like Bhutan and Tibet.
Tour Plan
Included
- All transportation as per itinerary including airport transfers.
- 3 nights accommodation whilst in Kathmandu (as requirements with various categories as stated) on BB basis. 2 nights accommodation in Pokhara (bed and breakfast)
- All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- One day sightseeing in Kathmandu (Pashupatinath, Bouddhnath and Durbar Square).
- Accommodation in the best available Lodges, Guesthouses during the trek (on twin share basis).
- A local English speaking Government Guide during the trek.
- Royalties for first 10 days USD 500 and then per day USD 10
- The required number of staff and Porters to carry your luggage during the trek.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine and transportation for all trekking/tour staff.
- ACAP(Annapurna Conservative Area Permit)
- Trekking equipment’s i.e.- down Jacket, sleeping bag and duffel/kit bag and trekking pole (which needs to be returned after the trek.)
- First aid medical kit.
- Official expenses.
Excluded
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
- Snacks, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, water and personal items.
- Your travel insurance (compulsory). This must include helicopter rescue.
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for either 30 days or 90 days from date of issue. You will need to have currency of either USD, AUD or EU in cash to pay for your visa.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in Government regulations, etc that is beyond our control.
- Wifi access fees in lodges while trekking.
- Fees for recharging of mobile phones at lodges while trekking.
- Lodge fees for hot showers, towels, laundry or other services.
- Personal trekking gear.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver. (which is not mandatory but highly appreciated).
- Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses. (These should be covered by your travel insurance provider)
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned on Price Inclusion section.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
Travel For Cause
At Great Nepal Trek, your adventure directly fuels positive change. We are proud to allocate 10% from every tour booked with us to our Initiative Inclusion Development Forum Nepal. This dedicated commitment channels vital funds directly into supporting education and healthcare for underprivileged children from the Himalayan communities we explore. By trekking with us, you're not just witnessing the majestic mountains—you're actively helping to build a brighter, healthier future for its next generation.
What makes us different?
Changing Community Through Tourism
Travel for Cause - 10% of every booking amount goes to our CSR initiative, Inclusive Women Development Forum (IWDFN), educating and provide lively hood training to the women and children from Under preveliged society in Rural Nepal.
Sustainable Tourism
At Great Nepal Treks, we believe adventure should protect and empower. Our treks are designed to minimize environmental impact (zero-waste policies, solar-powered teahouses) and maximize community benefits—hiring local guides, sourcing supplies from village cooperatives, and funding education projects. When you travel with us, your journey supports conservation and cultural preservation across the Himalayas.
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