Upper Mustang Trek 2025/2026 is undoubtedly the compact package of geographical diversity, offering a high level of adventure. Besides, it holds a unique history that attracts more visitors, supplemented by Tibetan culture and Buddhism's importance. Initially, Upper Mustang was isolated till 1992 and later started to welcome foreigners to its land. So, Upper Mustang allows visitors to explore and identify the uninfluenced culture of Upper Mustang.
Upper Mustang is distinctively surrounded by mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Nilgiri, which creates an irresistible temptation. The travelers move along the Kaligandaki River, allowing them to cherish the green forest, a fast-flowing river leading to the barren land, accompanied by mountains. Additionally, Upper Mustang lies on the Tibetan border, which influenced local culture, so the popular village of Upper Mustang is still termed as Lo-Manthang, which means kingdom in the Tibetan language. There are numerous Buddhist monasteries and nunneries, with built-in stiff cliffs, creating a place with colorful prayer flags. Various caves are also formed. Through the shades of pink, grey, and brown colors, the barren hills portray the tale of a demon and a lama. During the Upper Mustang trek, you need to trek through the highest altitude of around 4353 m The altitude of the Upper Mustang is 3700m. The overall weather of this trek is chilly and windy, and the hike is through the barren hills and unspoiled surroundings.
Decorated by barren land and hillocks accompanied by the world’s highest peaks, Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and Mt. Annapurna (8091 m), Upper Mustang is mesmerizing, leading to a distinct world. Being in Upper Mustang, one can explore Tibetan culture and lifestyle along with the tales of demons and Buddhist priests explaining the various shades of hills over there. The stiff cliffs give eye-pleasing views along with unpolluted caves. The fast-flowing Kali Gandaki River throughout the Upper Mustang trek demonstrates the scenic picture of the river flowing straight from the mountains.
The Nepal adventure team has a well-organized package for the 17-day Upper Mustang Trek, which starts from Kathmandu, allowing visitors to prepare as well as enjoy Kathmandu. The next day leave for Pokhara to reach Jomsom and begin the hike to Lo-Manthang (Upper Mustang) through Kagbeni.
Highlights
- Upper Mustang Lo-Manthan; Forbidden Kingdom
- Glimpse of the world’s 7th highest mountain-Dhaulagiri and Gangapurna, Tukuche, Manaslu, Thorang
- Kali Gandaki George, World’s Deepest George
- Visit Muktinath Temple.
- Visit palaces, Monasteries, and caves nestled on high cliffs
- Visit other oldest monasteries
- Hills with vibrant shades of pink, brown, grey, and glaciers
- Desert landscape with spires and cliffs, as well as dense green hills and woods
- Kagbeni - Holy Kaligandaki river valley
- Diversified culture, tales, and lifestyle of Gurung, Tibetan, Thakali, Managey, and like
- A unique history of Lo-Manathang
- Tranquil, unexplored, and unspoiled trails with few/no settlements
