Upper Mustang, restricted area

Upper Mustang Trek

The Last Forbidden Kingdom of walled cities and cave complexes, and one of the few treks you can do in monsoon.

Duration
12 to 16 days
Max altitude
3,840 m
Difficulty
Moderate
Best seasons
Mar to Nov, good even in monsoon
Overview

Into the Last Forbidden Kingdom

Upper Mustang is a remote, high desert region that preserves an ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture almost untouched by time. Walled cities, cliff carved caves, crimson canyons and the medieval capital of Lo Manthang all wait for you here.

Because it sits in the rain shadow of the Himalaya, Upper Mustang is one of the few treks you can enjoy during the summer monsoon, when most of Nepal is wet.

Trek highlights

  • The walled medieval capital of Lo Manthang
  • Ancient monasteries and cave complexes
  • Dramatic desert canyons and eroded cliffs
  • A living window into Tibetan culture
  • Trekkable during the monsoon

Your itinerary

We build the day by day plan for the Upper Mustang Trek around your dates, group size, pace and fitness, with the right acclimatisation days built in. Ask us and we will send you a detailed schedule for your trip.

What is included

Included
  • Airport transfers in Kathmandu
  • All trekking and area permits for the route
  • Licensed, experienced English speaking guide
  • Porter support (1 porter for every 2 trekkers)
  • Guide and porter wages, insurance, meals and accommodation
  • Teahouse lodging throughout the trek
  • Domestic flights or private transport as per the itinerary
  • Company first aid kit and oximeter monitoring
  • Government taxes and service charges
Not included
  • International flights and your Nepal visa
  • Travel and high altitude rescue insurance (this is mandatory)
  • Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara, apart from the welcome dinner
  • Personal expenses, drinks, hot showers, Wi Fi and charging on the trail
  • Tips for your guide and porter
Good to know. Upper Mustang is a premium restricted area with a higher special permit fee, indicatively around USD 500 for the first ten days. A licensed guide and registered agency are required, all arranged by Reet Trails.
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