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Mustang is a another world of Nepal.

Mustang is known for its trekking tours and mountain sightseeing. Elevated at an altitude of 3840 kilometres, this city is divided into two parts: Lower and Upper Mustang. Even though it is relatively unexplored, this city is a great destination for those who want to immerse in Tibetan culture as well as in Nepalese lifestyle as it is located near the Tibetan Plateau.

Lower Mustang is well-known for natural scenery while upper Mustang is famous for its trekking and hiking trails, monasteries, caves and local tribes. This destination is rich in vegetation with a range of rhododendron plantations, apple fields and is strong with Buddhist culture. Visitors get to see the lifestyle of the mountain people, their day-to-day routines and their customs. Visitors can take a look at a number of Tibetan shrines, monasteries, caves and villages in order to learn about the “Mini Tibet in Nepal”. All in all, this North-West part of Nepal has a rugged and mystical reputation and is a great destination for backpackers, trekkers or those who want a vacation away from the commercial life and want to spend some time in the Himalayas.

How to Reach Mustang, Nepal?

In order to reach Mustang, visitors can take a flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu. From Pokhara, they can take a taxi, bus or rent a bike to Pokhara. On Prithvi Highway, it takes around 6-8 hours to reach Jomsom which is the starting point of the Lo Kingdom in Upper Mustang. Visitors can take a flight to Jomsom airport which operates flights from Pokhara on a daily basis. For those who choose to take the bus, will have to change buses. They can take a bus to Baini from Pokhara. From Baini, they can take a bus to Ghasa and from Ghasa, they can take a bus to Jomson.

Local transport in Mustang

Earlier, people used to travel within Mustang on horses. With the construction of roads, this place has become more accessible to cars, bikes, buses and trucks. People are now allowed to take up hikes and tours as well as use helicopters to commute. What's most practical in Mustang is walking or biking. Taking buses to move within this city but buses may not go to all villages or attractions. Visitors can also rent bikes and bicycles from Kathmandu, Pokhara or even at certain spots around Mustang.