Upper Mustang Tour

Best Time to Visit Upper Mustang

Spring Season (March to May)

This is the best time to visit Upper Mustang. The weather is clear and dry, with warm days and cool nights. Mountain views are good, and road conditions are also okay. Spring flowers are in full bloom, so the landscape becomes more attractive.

Autumn Season (September to November)

 Second-best time to visit, with fine weather and fine temperatures. The monsoon rains have passed through, so the air is clean and fresh, and the hill vistas are breathtaking. It's harvest time too, so farmers will be working in the fields. 

Winter Season (December to February) 

While it's cold, winter can be a good time to visit if you don't mind the low temperatures. It will be sunny days and off-season weather. High passes will be closed automatically because of snow.

 Summer/Monsoon (June to August)

This is not a good season to visit Upper Mustang due to possible blockade and cloudy weather. Nonetheless, Upper Mustang is comparatively less rainy than the rest of Nepal, and half traveling is still feasible.

Packing List for Upper Mustang Tour

 Essential Clothing

 • Warm jacket and clothes to combat the cold mountain weather 

• Walking shoes with hard tread and long-lasting

 • Warm hat and gloves for the high-altitude area 

• Sun hat and sunglasses for the harsh mountain sun

 • Loose-fitting pants and long-sleeved shirts

 Personal Items

 • High SPF sunblock, first aid kit, and personal medications

 • Camera with spare batteries and memory cards

 • Water bottle and water purification tablets 

• Headlamp or flashlight with spare batteries 

Important Documents

 • Valid passport with a Nepali visa

 • Copies of travel insurance policies

 • Emergency contact numbers

 • Copies of vital documents

 • Nepalese rupees for incidental expenses

Cultural Significance 

Upper Mustang holds paramount importance in the preservation of Tibetan Buddhist culture. Upper Mustang monasteries house some of the oldest and most valuable Buddhist religious texts, images, and artifacts in the world. The majority of the cultural treasures were saved from extinction at times of turmoil in Tibetan history. 

The Loba people have maintained their traditional way of life for over 1,000 years. They continue to live in polyandry (one woman and several men), traditionally grow barley and buckwheat, and even celebrate traditional festivals in the same manner for centuries. 

The region is also important for Buddhist pilgrims, who visit the religious sites and monasteries. The monasteries and caves were reportedly blessed by the great Buddhist masters and are objects of greatest veneration. 

The flat roofs and mud-brick houses of Upper Mustang are suited to severe mountain weather. These customs have been passed down through the centuries and are generations of acclimatization to survival in the high Himalayas.

Tips for Visiting Upper Mustang

 Respect Local Culture
 • Never take photos of people without permission

 • Dress conservatively, especially when entering a monastery 

• Remove your shoes and hats when entering religious sites 

• Avoid touching Buddhist deities and religious items 

• Be respectful of the rituals 

Health and Safety 

• Drink plenty of water to avoid altitude sickness

 • Bring warm clothing as it gets very cold within a short time frame

 • Sleep well on your first night at high altitude 

• Bring covered spare batteries 

• Follow the weather and road rules as advised by your guide

 Photography Tips

 • Bring spare batteries since they become very dead in cold

 • Guard the camera from wind and dust

 • Early morning and late afternoon are the best photo lights 

• Ask your guide where to take good photos 

• Do not photograph people without asking them

Responsible Tourism

 Supporting Local Communities

By traveling with us of Irish Travels and Tours to Upper Mustang, you are contributing to the local communities. We book your hotel, drivers, and guides in advance so that you are directly putting money into the pockets of the very residents of this remote community. 

Environmental Protection 

We highly anticipate that all our visitors will comply with preserving the delicate mountain ecosystem. This is by not littering, staying on trails, and being sparing with water use. The high-altitude environment is very sensitive, and it takes many years for damage to heal.

 Cultural Preservation 

By traveling to Upper Mustang responsibly, you are helping to preserve the rich culture and tradition of the people of Loba. You are the living evidence that their culture needs to be conserved and passed on, an aspect that encourages the younger generation to practice culture. 

Sustainable Travel 

We keep our groups small so that we have a minimal impact on society and the immediate surroundings. We also promote local food buying and local shopping throughout the tour.

Why Irish Travels and Tours?

With our knowledgeable guides in this landscape, comfortable transportation, and a small group tour, we take you to the best of Upper Mustang. We understand this region and can take you to some of the off-the-beaten-track places other tours would never be able to get to. 

Don't miss your opportunity to witness one of the world's last forbidden kingdoms. Upper Mustang is gaining popularity year by year, yet remains one of the least visited and most distinctive places in Nepal. Book your Upper Mustang vacation with Irish Travels and Tours today and witness for yourself the awe of this world.

Conclusion 

Upper Mustang trek is one of Nepal's most incredible travel experiences. On this 5 day trek, you're in a new world, a new planet where the traditions are king and the appearance of the country is like nowhere else on Earth. 

This isn't just a tour - it's a chance to step back in time and experience a way of life that has remained unchanged for centuries. You'll meet amazing people, see incredible sights, and create memories that will last a lifetime.