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Upper Mustang Trek

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Mustang region
Duration
12 days
Max altitude
3,840 m
Group size
4–8
Best season
May–Oct

Enter the Forbidden Kingdom of Lo — a restricted Tibetan plateau region that was closed to outsiders until 1992. Walk through eroded canyons, ancient cave dwellings and the medieval walled city of Lo Manthang. A cultural and geological marvel.

Trip highlights

Walled city of Lo Manthang
Restricted-area permit (special access)
Tibetan Buddhist monasteries
Dramatic desert canyon landscapes
Ancient cave dwellings
Thakali & Tibetan cuisine

Pricing by group size

GroupPer personNote
1 pax
$3,613Private guide surcharge
2 pax
$2,890Standard rate
3–4 pax
$2,7465% group discount
5–8 pax
$2,60110% group discount
9+ pax
$2,45715% group discount — Contact us

Available departure dates

Weather & conditions

spring

Temperature5°C to 20°C
RainfallLow
Best forMarch – May

autumn

Temperature-5°C to 18°C
RainfallVery low
Best forSeptember – November

summer

Temperature10°C to 25°C
RainfallHigh
Best forJune – August (not recommended)

winter

Temperature-15°C to 5°C
RainfallVery low
Best forDecember – February

Essential gear checklist

Clothing

  • Down jacket (–20°C rated)
  • Gore-Tex rain shell
  • Thermal base layers (2 sets)
  • Trekking pants (2 pairs)
  • Warm fleece / softshell
  • Sun hat & warm beanie
  • Gloves (liner + insulated)
  • Gaiters

Footwear

  • Waterproof trekking boots (broken in)
  • Camp sandals
  • Merino wool socks (4 pairs)

Gear

  • 55–65L backpack
  • Sleeping bag (–15°C comfort)
  • Trekking poles (adjustable)
  • Headlamp + spare batteries
  • Sunglasses (UV400, category 4)
  • Water bottles (2 × 1L)

Toiletries & Health

  • Sunscreen SPF 50+
  • Lip balm with UV
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Personal medications
  • Diamox (altitude sickness — consult doctor)
  • First aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Important safety information

All participants must complete a medical declaration form. Persons with heart conditions, epilepsy, or severe respiratory issues should consult their doctor before booking. We reserve the right to refuse participation if safety cannot be assured. Minimum age: 16 with guardian, 18 solo.

From
$2,890/ person

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