When is the best time for Upper Mustang Trekking?

Late spring from April to May, as well early or pre-summer time of June is the high and peak season. Where days are much longer with sunny hours till late afternoon, however windy afternoon with cold nights and morning. The next best season is autumn / fall begins from September till November, the best is September and October. November will be very cold with shorter days and sunlight hours.

Can we drive or hitch hike to Lo Manthang?

As the motor road has linked from Pokhara, Beni all the way to Lo Manthang. The only vehicle that runs to and from Jomsom to Jomsom is Jeep or similar four wheelers. Interested people can request in advance on booking the trip, whether drive, hitch hike or walk throughout the trip. Instead of a week or more walking itinerary days on drive will be shorter by few days

What types of religion and cultures practiced by the native?

The Upper Mustang or whole areas of Mustang district follows Tibetan ways of Buddhism. Similar to their Tibetan predecessor, as the native of Mustang has strong and close link with Tibet. As well the culture and traditional ways of life, farming and raising livestock. Besides Buddhism some Mustang people also follows the ancient practice of Bon a pre-Buddhism. Worship of nature and soul and spirits of the ancestors, which you can observe on this journey

How are the food and lodge accommodation around Upper Mustang?

From Jomsom onwards the food and lodge accommodations are of Tourist Standard. Since the Upper Mustang was opened for outside visitors, where every main village have good and well-kept guest house / lodge. But higher areas from Kagbeni onwards most lodge have rooms with common toilets and bathrooms. This is due to harsh cold climate and altitude wise, where plumbing systems does not work from the cold temperatures. Especially in the morning evening and night time. The foods are excellent as per the list on the menu, from Continental, Chinese, Indian, Tibetan and Nepali foods. Some lodge restaurants also provide fresh bakery products also.

Do we walk on motor / jeep road or avoid the main trail?

On walks from Jomsom towards Upper Mustang and Lo Manthang, we will avoid the jeep tracks as much as possible. Diverting on old trekking path, where motor road does not touch. Sometimes crisscrossing around the Jeep tracks. But more or less we will try to avoid the motorable road to make the trek more interesting and enjoyable.

Upper Mustang trekking 15 Days

adventure beyond Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalaya towards high Mustang areas

Upper Mustang Trekking is an adventure around the former forbidden country of the Lobas, the indigenous people of Upper Mustang.

A picturesque highland bounded by towering snow-capped peaks of Mustang and Dhaulagiri Himal with scenic windswept dry terrains.

Upper Mustang is an extension of the vast South West Tibetan Plateau, the highest and largest Tableland on Earth. The highest areas of Mustang are lined with a gigantic colored wide wall of canyons and towering wind-eroded cliffs.

Covered with amazing red mud hills, makes the Upper Mustang similar to moonscapes, as well as paradise for professional photographers.

Upper Mustang Trekking is also the gateway of the old Himalayan Salt Trade Route of Nepal and Tibet. Where caravan of mules, horses, and yaks laden with goods from both sides passed through Karo-La pass unto Tibet.

The adventure to Upper Mustang Trekking with Explorer Adventures begins from a beautiful Pokhara, a renowned tourist destination of Nepal.

Take a short scenic flight through the giant peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan range to land at Jomsom Airport. The real journey begins heading towards the windy Kaligandaki River Valley to the old village of Kagbeni.

An interesting Kagbeni village adorned with similar cultures as their Tibetan predecessor across the border. From here enters the wild country of Upper Mustang, walking on windswept terrains, and traversing high passes. Reach from one scenic valley to another beautiful location and walk through lovely traditional villages to Lo Manthang. A former forbidden walled kingdom of Lo Manthang, ruled in the past by various kings/raja.

Entering the old walled kingdom of Lo Manthang, having time to explore its impressive town. Takes you back to the medieval period era of narrow cobbled streets lined with shops and restaurants. Includes famous ancient Buddhist religious sites with impressive monuments and monasteries of great historical and cultural interest.

Lo Manthang is also famous for itscolorful religious festival called Tije, which falls in late spring during May. An exciting and interesting to be in the festival for a wonderful experience of a lifetime around the hidden Shangri-La.

After an enjoyable moment at the walled kingdom of Lo Manthang, our adventure slowly comes to an end. As the walk follows through the nice villages of Charang, Ghami, and Chusang to reach Kagbeni. The end of Upper Mustang region, and then an exciting walk to Jomsom the headquarters town of Mustang district. An early morning panoramic flight brings you to a scenic city in Pokhara, where our great marvelous Upper Mustang Trekking concludes.

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Client Reviews

Mustang , 2014
Mustang, 2014 We did some research to find the most reliable and knowledgeable team for our trip to the Mustang region of Nepal. We chose Explorer Adventure for a private trek (2 person) as they offered the best options available. They take care of booking all accommodations (hotels and tea houses), transportation (car and airplane), permits, etc... and provide the guide and porter required for a safe and enjoyable trek. Our guide, Bam Magar, and our porter were very familiar with the area and both were an unbelievable source of information. They selected the best route and tea houses along the way. We just had to enjoy the trek and the beautiful views of the Himalaya's. After visiting the walled city of Lo Mangthang, we went to visit the 2000 years old Jhong caves. Bam had schedule a horseback ride to/from the caves. It was a wonderful experience and we were amazed to visit this historical site. Our trek was a fantastic experience and we are planning to go back for more exciting treks. It's a pleasure to recommend Explorer Adventure and it's great team for this trek to the Mustang region or any other treks in Nepal. Leo, BC,Canada [email protected]
LeoCanada,January 19, 2015