Tucked behind the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges in the rain-shadow of the Himalayas lies Mustang, a starkly beautiful land of windswept valleys, eroded cliffs, and ancient caves. Once an independent kingdom with its own monarchy, Mustang retains a timeless atmosphere where Tibetan culture thrives untouched.

Divided into Lower and Upper Mustang, the region shifts from lush river canyons and apple orchards to arid high desert landscapes reminiscent of Tibet. Upper Mustang, a restricted area, is home to the walled city of Lo Manthang, ancient sky caves, centuries-old monasteries, and dramatic rock formations that seem sculpted by myth.

Here, prayer flags flutter across endless horizons, and Buddhist festivals echo the spiritual heartbeat of a place where tradition lives on. Mustang is a journey into a mystical Himalayan desert, where culture, legend, and landscape collide—making it one of Nepal’s most captivating and culturally rich trekking destinations.