Upper Mustang Trek Cost

Ramhari Neupane

Updated on February 06, 2026

The Upper Mustang is a meaningful travel destination located in the Mustang district of Nepal, bordering Tibet, an autonomous region of China. Upper Mustang was part of the Ancient Lo Kingdom, which was an independent and sovereign kingdom from 1380 to 1795 AD. At the end of the 18th Century, the kingdom was annexed by Nepal and became a dependency of the kingdom of Nepal in 1795 AD. Ame Pal was the first, and Jigme Dorje Palbar Bista was the last king of the Lo Kingdom, between1380-2008AD. The Wall City of Lo Manthang was the Capital of the Lo Kingdom, filled with historical palaces and monasteries. The last Forbidden Kingdom was just opened to outsiders in 1992 after a long restriction, which is the most preserved area in the world. This is the remote Trans-Himalayan region listed as the top travel destination globally, almost every year. Explore the Upper Mustang and discover the ancient Tibetan Buddhism, History, people, culture, warm hospitality, and the unique landscape beyond the Himalayas. If you are interested in the Upper Mustang Trek or the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour Contact Himalayan Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd for the top-notch Service, impeccable hospitality, best care, export guide, and authenticity, all at a low cost without compromising the service. This is your time to explore the real journey of the Upper Mustang, the hidden gem of Nepal.

What is the best way to go to Upper Mustang?

Upper Mustang of Nepal is one of the most interesting & impressive places in the world for adventure seekers and unique culture and nature lovers. There are numerous ways to reach the ultimate destination via Trek & Jeep safari. For those who like to explore the most unique and preserved corners of the world on foot beyond the Himalayas, the Upper Mustang Trek 17 Days Package is an ideal option for physically fit, both novice and seasoned trekkers. There are alternatives to adventure trek; the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour-10 Days, and Short Upper Mustang Jeep Tour -7 Days Packages are accessible for those who dream of traveling comfortably.

Upper Mustang Trek and the Upper Mustang Jeep tour are the famous activities that encompass the hidden treasures of the preserved ancient Lo Kingdom. The trip commences from either Kathmandu or Pokhara, which brings you deep into the Tibetan Plateau beyond the Himalaya to experience the mystical and mythical richness of Upper Mustang. You will experience the diverse landscape from the lower region to the arid trans-Himalayan region, the rich local culture, tall cliffs, barren landscape, century-old monasteries, Ruins fortress, red hills, palaces, and charming villages.

Mustang Trek and Jeep Safari Itinerary

Upper Mustang Trek is a noteworthy trek that starts from Jomsom, a deep valley flanked by the two world’s highest mountains, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. While you are in Upper Mustang Jeep Safari Tour, your trip starts from Pokhara with the scenic drive to Jomsom. The Jomsom is located in the Kaligandaki valley of the Lower Mustang region, which is the gateway to the Upper Mustang. You can reach Jomsom by flight from Pokhara or by car and bus, as per your preference. Embark on the Upper Mustang Trek from Jomsom along the Kaligandaki riverbed, which offers stunning views of mountains and the Himalayan terrain. Jomsom suffers from terribly strong Himalayan winds every afternoon, so you need to wear a mask and buff to tackle this condition. Kagbeni Village is another important village of the Mustang region, which serves as the Gateway of the Upper Mustang Trek and Upper Mustang Jeep Tour, requiring a special restricted areas permit to enter the region from Kagbeni.

Explore the untouched villages of the Chukung, Chele (3050m), Samar (3620m), Shyangmochen (3,800m), Geling, Ghami, Tsarang (3,560m), Manthang (3,800m), and Chhoser. Every village offers a beautiful landscape, monasteries, green farmland, and is surrounded by cliffs and caves. Tsarang villages have centuries-old monasteries and palaces of the former king. On the way, you will encounter Radish Color Hill, and the landscape, and from a far distance, you can witness the snowy peaks. Lo Manthang is the best place to visit the ancient monasteries, palace, and the famous walled city. The trek to the Chhoser village is more significant for learn the ancient history and culture of life. It has hundreds of man-made sky caves, some of which have many floors. Once it was used for burial, meditation, and human dwelling, as per the human development phase. If the time allowed you, do not forget to explore the Ghar Gompa, one of the oldest monasteries of the Upper Mustang, and Luri Gompa, another iconic part of the Upper Mustang Trek. While you are on a jeep safari, you can go back to Jomsom via the same way.

What is the Best Company for the Upper Mustang Trek?

Upper Mustang Trek is the best restricted trek in Nepal. To do a trek into the restricted area, you need to join a local company. If you are looking for a locally owned and managed trek agency, Himalayan Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd is the best option for the Upper Mustang alongside the Manaslu Circuit Trek, Nar Phu Valley Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek, Api Himal, and Kanchenjunga Trek. We have a local guide working for every region, which provides an opportunity to do the trek authentically and gain deep knowledge about the culture and nature. You can enjoy the Flexibility, best care, and impeccable hospitality during your trek. With our long working experience, we can give the best idea for the packaging list, updated itinerary, and latest package, and we are always available to assist you. 24-hour and 7-day service will be provided for our clients. The most important part is choosing the Himalayan Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd is eco-friendly behavior and sustainability. Comparatively, our costs are very reasonable and transparent without compromising the service level. Book the Upper Mustang Trek or Upper Mustang Jeep Tour with Himalayan Trekking Path and save you time to find the company and get all at a very reasonable cost with the best service guarantee.

What is the best cost for the Upper Mustang Trek?

The cost of the Upper Mustang Trek starts from 1600$ to 2500$ per person, depending on the group size, service, and length of trek. Himalayan Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd offers the best package of 17 days Upper Mustang Trek, the cost starting from USD1600 to 1700 per person, as per the group size. Anyone who dreams to do Upper Mustang Trek can do so with us at 3000$ for the comprehensive 17-day Upper Mustang Trek. While you are in a small group of 2 to 6 people, you will get 1700$ P/P, and for the group of 7 to 10 person the cost will be USD1600 per person. In our 17 days upper mustang trek package, we will be provided with airport transportation, Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Tourist bus transport between Kathmandu and Pokhara, both way flight between Pokhara and Jomsom, a local expert guide, mountain meals, and permits. Book the Upper Mustang Trek with the local trip planner, Himalaya Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd and enjoy the best service at a very low cost.

Book 17 days Upper Mustang Trek at USD3000 if you want to do it solo.
Travel in a group of 2 to 6, and get the Upper Mustang Trek package at USD1700$ P/P
Pay USD 1600 P/P while you are travelling in a group of 7 to 10 Pax.

What are the Best itineraries for the Upper Mustang Trek?

Upper Mustang Trek has many routes to experience the untouched, hidden gems of the Upper Mustang. It is the world’s famous adventure destination for trekking and cultural exploration. The unique landscape with red rock, monasteries, palaces, and mountain views, and local culture are the key highlights of the Upper Mustang Trek. You can find the best itineraries here to cover the hidden beauty of the Upper Mustang Trek.

Upper Mustang Trek:17 Days Package & Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m/4429.134ft): Transfer to Hotel
Day 02: A guided half day Sightseeing in Kathmandu: 4/5 hours
Day 03: From Kathmandu to Pokhara in a Tourist Coach (200km): 6/7 hours scenic drive
Day 04: From Pokhara to Jomsom by scenic flight for 25 minutes and trek to Kagbeni (2810m), then explore Muktinath (3720m): 7/8 hours
Day 05: From Kagbeni (2,810m) to Chele (3,050m) Trek for 6 hrs, 15km. distance.
Day 06: From Chele (3,050m) to Syangmochen (3,800m), 17km, 6/7 hours trekking
Day 07: From Syangmochen (3800m) to Tsarang (3560 m), 16km, 6/7 hours
Day 08: From Tsarang (3,560m) to Lo -Manthang (3,800m) 4-5 hrs, 10 km
Day 09: Lo Manthang (3800 m). Rest day and explore heritage sites.
Day 10: Lo Manthang (3800 m) - Dhakmar (3820 m) via Ghar Gumba
Day 11: From Dhakmar (3820 m) to Ghiling (3570 m) 6 hrs, 14.3 km distance
Day 12: From Ghiling (3570 m) to Samar (3550 m) 6 hrs, 17.2km distance
Day 13: From Samar (3550 m) to Kagbeni (2810 m), 6-7 hrs, 13 km distance
Day 14: From Kagbeni (2810 m) to Jomsom (2750 m): 11km, 5/6 hours
Day 15: From Jomsom to Pokhara flight and free time in Pokhara
Day 16: Pokhara to Kathmandu by ride in a Tourist coach: 200km, 6/7 hours
Day 17: Departure

Upper Mustang Trek with Luri Gomba:18 Days

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m/4429.134ft): Transfer to Hotel
Day 02: A guided half day Sightseeing in Kathmandu: 4/5 hours
Day 03: From Kathmandu to Pokhara in a Tourist Coach (200km): 6/7 hours scenic drive
Day 04: From Pokhara to Jomsom by scenic flight for 25 minutes and trek to Kagbeni (2810m), then explore Muktinath (3720m): 7/8 hours
Day 05: From Kagbeni (2,810m) to Chele (3,050m) Trek for 6 hrs, 15km. distance.
Day 06: From Chele (3,050m) to Syangmochen (3,800m), 17km, 6/7 hours trekking
Day 07: From Syangmochen (3800m) to Tsarang (3560 m), 16km, 6/7 hours
Day 08: From Tsarang (3,560m) to Lo -Manthang (3,800m) 4-5 hrs, 10 km
Day 09: Lo Manthang (3800 m). Rest day and explore heritage sites.
Day 10: Lo Manthang (3800 m) Dhi Gaon ( 3,825m / 12,549ft
Day 11: Rest day at Yara Gaon (3,600m) with visits to Tashi Gompa and Luri Gompa (3,600m / 11,811ft)
Day 12: Sukhang (3,450m) – Tange (3,240m / 10,629ft
Day 13: Tange (3,240m) – Paha (4,210m / 13,812ft
Day 14:Tetang (3067 m) – Muktinath (3,800m / 12,467ft
Day 15: From Kagbeni (2810 m) to Jomsom (2750 m): 11km, 5/6 hours
Day 16: From Jomsom to Pokhara flight and free time in Pokhara
Day 17: Pokhara to Kathmandu by ride in a Tourist coach: 200km, 6/7 hours
Day 18: Departure