Mustang Treks

Mustang Treks are trekking journeys through the dry mountain landscapes, ancient villages, and Tibetan Buddhist heritage of Mustang in northern Nepal. Upper Mustang was opened to foreign trekkers in 1992 and includes the walled town of Lo Manthang, the former capital of the Kingdom of Lo, along with Kagbeni, Chele, Geling, and Charang. The region lies in the rain shadow of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, so it is dry and windy, with red cliffs, caves, and monasteries. Spring from March to May and autumn from September to November are the main trekking seasons, and Upper Mustang can also be explored during the monsoon because of its dry climate.

At Thamel Travels and Tours, we offer two Mustang journeys. The Upper Mustang Trek 16 Days walks from Kagbeni to Lo Manthang, then returns to Muktinath on the quieter eastern side of the Kali Gandaki river through Yara, Tangya, and Tetang, with a side trip to Luri Gompa cave monastery. The 11 day Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Jeep Tour travels by private 4WD jeep and spends four nights in Lo Manthang for all three days of the Tiji Festival on 1 to 3 June 2027.

Upper Mustang requires a Restricted Area Permit and an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP). Trekkers must travel with a licensed guide through a registered agency. Both permits are included in our packages, and we give you clear advice and honest information from your first message, so there are no surprises. Our local team knows these villages, trails, and seasons well, and with careful arrangements and one team you can rely on, you can enjoy the journey. Explore our Mustang Trek packages below and choose the itinerary that best suits your travel plans, check the best seasons to travel, or contact us to adjust the route or dates.

What Makes These Treks Special

• Explore the Ancient Kingdom of Lo Manthang
  You will spend a full day in the walled city of Lo Manthang, historic monasteries and traditional villages.

• Unique Himalayan Landscapes
  You will experience red cliffs, dry valleys, rocky mountains and trails in the rain shadow of the Himalayas.

• Culture and Living Traditions
  You will learn about Tibetan Buddhist heritage, local village life and Mustang’s unique traditions.

• A Different Route Back
  You will return over Paha Pass at about 4,210 m and through Tangya and Tetang, instead of retracing the same trail on the 16 day Upper Mustang Trek. 

• Tiji Festival Experience
  You will witness three days of traditional masked dances and religious ceremonies in Lo Manthang on the festival jeep tour.

• Visit Sacred Muktinath Temple
  You will finish the trek by exploring Muktinath Temple, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists, after the remote valleys of Upper Mustang.

Package Highlights

Mustang Trek Permits and Nepal Visa Fees 2026