Mustang, Nepal

Remote, starkly beautiful, and full to the brim with Tibetan culture, Mustang is Nepal’s last great frontier. Tucked behind the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, this is where myths meet mountain drama with a high-altitude desert of ochre cliffs, cave dwellings, ancient monasteries, and wind-sculpted canyons.

A Forbidden Kingdom

Until the 1990s, Mustang was a restricted kingdom, cut off from the outside world. Today, it remains culturally rich, where Tibetan Buddhism shapes daily life and prayer flags flutter in the wind, and chortens line the dusty trails. The walled city of Lo Manthang, the region’s crown jewel, still feels like a page from a lost chapter of Himalayan history.

Landscape Like No Other

Unlike the green hills of lower Nepal, its terrain is arid and dramatic, reminiscent of Ladakh or the Tibetan Plateau. Treks here follow ancient salt trade routes through lunar-like valleys and past sacred caves once used by Buddhist saints and monks.

When to Visit

The best time to visit Mustang is from May to October, when the region lies in a rain shadow and trekking routes are dry and passable.

Where to Stay

Shinta Mani Mustang is the region’s first truly luxurious retreat. This world-class lodge blends Tibetan-inspired design with high-end service and breathtaking views of the Nilgiri range. Perfect for travellers seeking comfort and culture at the edge of the Himalayas.

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