Circuit · Nepal
Mustang
Muktinath and the walled kingdom of Upper Mustang.
- Places
- 2
- Altitude
- 2,720–4,200 m
- Fly / train to
- Pokhara; Pokhara / Jomsom
- Daily spend
- about ₹4,000
When to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
Best for most places here: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov. Each place here needs 5–12 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Muktinath
A temple sacred to Hindus and Buddhists at 3,710 m in the Mustang rain-shadow.
Upper Mustang
The former Kingdom of Lo — cave cities, red cliffs and the walled capital of Lo Manthang.
What to pack for Mustang
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Sun cap or hat
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- UV-protection sunglasses
- Lip balm with SPF
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
- Universal travel adapter
- Light travel tripod
- Spare memory card and camera battery
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Mustang: questions people ask
Which places are in the Mustang circuit?
The Mustang circuit in Nepal covers Muktinath and Upper Mustang. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Mustang?
March to June and September to November suit most places in Mustang. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Mustang?
Travel to Pokhara or Pokhara / Jomsom, then continue by road.
How much does a Mustang trip cost per day?
About ₹4,000 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Mustang, and which is the highest?
Muktinath is the easiest (easy). Upper Mustang is the highest at 4,200 m.