The 17 days Upper Mustang Trek is an adventurous trip to the forbidden Kingdom of Nepal lying in the western Himalayan region. The trip will take you to one of the different geographical regions of Nepal which was considered as the seabed in the past. The region stays dry all year.
17 Days Upper Mustang Trek will take you to the Trans Himalayan region which offers some magical attractions for you. You will enjoy the mesmerizing mountain views, green pastures, beautiful landscapes, local cultures, and traditions during the trip. Along with that, you will experience the influence of Tibetan Buddhism. The Chhortens, Monasteries, and mani walls are also some of the major attractions of the trip.
The trek will be a great opportunity for you to learn about the ancient Buddhist Kingdom which was not open for outsiders in the past. This trip starts with a beautiful drive from Kathmandu and an adventurous flight from Pokhara to Jomsom. You will initiate your hike from Jomsom. You will get some of the best experiences of your lifetime on this trip. The memory of the 17 days Upper Mustang Trek will be for your whole life.
The Upper Mustang Trek lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area(ACAP). All the trekkers commencing their trek to the 17 days Upper Mustang on the Lap of the giant mountains need to issue the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit(ACAP). The ACAP permit is easily available in the office of the Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu and also in the office of ACAP in Pokhara. The ACAP permit cost NPR 2,000 per person and it may also change as per the rule and the regulations of Annapurna Conservation Area(ACAP).
During the trekking in Nepal. You need to have the TIMS CARD to explore the beautiful mountains of Nepal. The TIMS card is the way to trace and keep a record of all the numbers of trekkers trekking in Nepal. The TIMS card is easily accessible in the office of the Trekking Agent Association of Nepal (TAAN) and the Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu. Along the trekking trails, your permit and the TIMS card will be checked by the officials, so you need to keep them with you till the end of the 17 Days Upper Mustang Trek.
The 17 Days Upper Mustang which lies /shares the border with Tibet is a restricted area. So all the trekkers exploring the Upper Mustang Trek need to issue the Restricted Area Permit(ACAP) which is issued by the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu. The cost of a Restricted area permit is USD 500 per person for 10 days. After the 10 days, the trekkers need to re-issue the Restricted area permit if willing to explore more adventure activities in the Upper Mustang area.
During your 17 Days Trek to Upper Mustang on the high Himalayas. The cost varies as per your own way of traveling. If you are traveling with a luxurious trek and willing to experience more then the cost varies.
While on the other hand, if you are a budget-friendly trekker and want to explore each and every corner of the Upper Mustang Trek, then it varies in different ways.
The cost mainly depends on the type and the mode of transportation you would love to use during the trek. The length of days also determines the cost of transportation.
During the Upper Mustang Trek of 17 Days, the permits (ACAP, TIMS, and RAP) are the basic as to enter the Annapurna region and the Upper Mustang-the restricted area. The restricted area cost is USD 500 for the 10-day trek in the Upper Mustang.
Along with you need to get a guide and have accommodation during the trek. Which will be NPR 2500-3500 for the guide and NPR 3000-4500 for the accommodation in the high mountains.
The Upper Mustang Trek is the most beautiful and popular trekking destination in the modern world among all the young generations. The trek offers you beautiful natural beauty with the snow-capped high mountains and the desert scenic view of the landscapes.
While we will be accommodating you in the Tea House/Lodge which offers you a comfortable bedroom with a common bathroom. Though few of the tea houses and lodges may provide you with an attached bathroom as well.
Mainly the tea house/lodge in the Himalayan region is made with wood-which reflects the traditional way of spending a night with your travel mates. Along the trail, you will get the WI-FI facilities as well, though you need to pay a certain amount for the service during the 17 Days Upper Mustang Trek.
As for the food you will get popular dishes such as Dal Bhat, Soup, Chowmein, Fried Rice with vegetables, Ginger Lemon Tea, Garlic soup, etc. While traveling to the high mountains you need to consume more carbohydrates to explore the high mountains.
In support of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour For all outdoor enthusiasts worldwide, the fall season of the Mustang Tour, which lasts from September to October, is the Idol Trekking season.
You might also go to the Dashain festival, which is celebrated in Nepal, during this time. The temperature will be moderate and the weather will be more agreeable. Along the paths leading to the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour, the Himalayas will be easier to see.
While on your Upper Mustang Jeep Tour, you’ll have the opportunity to take stunning photos of the mountains, stunning scenery, and more. You will sense that something exists because of the traditional, old Tibetan village’s natural beauty and its own culture.
Both the trip and the trekking staff are in season in the spring. You won’t get snowfall along with the rain throughout this season. You will be traveling through stunning scenery and blooming flowers as you traverse drier roads.
It won’t be particularly cold or hot. The towering, snow-capped summits make the peak more noticeable. Throughout this season, different birds and animals can be seen.
You can explore many of the many flora and wildlife species that can be found in the Annapurna region. You will interact with lots of hikers and wildlife enthusiasts who are visiting Nepal’s various tourist locations during this time.
We offer fixed departure dates. If these dates are not suitable for you or if you prefer to schedule your own departure, please contact us.
| No of People | Cost |
| 1 | $2035 |
| 2-5 | $1935 |
| 5-10 | $1835 |
Comfortable Trekking Bag: For the Upper Mustang trek you need to have 60 of the comfortable bag to pack inside each and every item of the trekking gear.
Trekking Shoes: These comfortable trekking boots will help you to cover all the rough and rocky terrains of the high-altitude mountains. While boots covering the ankle will be better.
T-shirt: T-shirts with light moisture and those that dry rapidly in the typical sun are better for you.
Trekking Poles: While seeing the stunning caverns, monasteries, and traditional villages, you may find the trekking poles to be just as useful as while you’re out hiking.
Trousers: On the tops of tall mountains, Trousers are more essential. To protect yourself from the cold at night and in the morning, you must wear warm pants. First Aid Kid: First Aid Kit box, necessary for anyone who spends time outside. All the medications you would need in an emergency to treat the hiker should be in your first aid kit.
