Featured Journeys
Mustang Region Packages
Moderate
Upper Mustang Trek
Easy
Trek through the rain shadow of the Himalayas, where dramatic rock formations meet ancient Tibetan culture in the high-altitude desert.
A land once independent, Mustang preserves Tibetan culture in its purest form. Its dry, arid landscape is a stark contrast to the rest of green Nepal.
Enter the ancient capital, a fortress of history where time has stood still since the 14th century.
Visit red-walled monasteries like Thubchen Gompa and witness the vibrant Tiji Festival.
Explore the deepest gorge in the world (Kali Gandaki) and the wind-sculpted caves of Chhoser.
Essential answers for your journey into the Forbidden Kingdom
Upper Mustang is the remote, restricted "Forbidden Kingdom" beyond Kagbeni, requiring a special $500 permit. It's famous for its arid landscape and the walled city of Lo Manthang. Lower Mustang (Jomsom/Muktinath) is easily accessible, requires only standard permits, and is part of the Annapurna Circuit.
The $500 permit (for 10 days) is a government-imposed fee to limit mass tourism and preserve the region's delicate environment and ancient Tibetan culture. This ensures that Mustang remains one of the most exclusive and pristine trekking destinations in the world.
Yes! Mustang is one of the few places in Nepal that is perfect for Monsoon trekking (June-August). It lies in the rain shadow of the Himalayas, meaning it stays dry and arid while the rest of Nepal experiences heavy rain.
The most common route is a flight from Pokhara to Jomsom (20 mins). Alternatively, you can take a scenic but bumpy 10-12 hour jeep drive from Pokhara. From Jomsom, your trek into the heart of Mustang begins.
The Tiji Festival is a vibrant three-day ritual held annually in Lo Manthang to celebrate the victory of good over evil. It's a spectacular display of Tibetan Buddhist culture with masked dances and traditional music, usually taking place in May.