Trekking in Nepal is really one of the most gratifying experiences
you can ever acquire. You will also get a chance to explore the ancient society
that has been untouched by modernization for centuries. This Mustang trek can
be also referred to as the Rhododendron trek as it takes you to different
varieties of rhododendron forests and it looks more beautiful during spring
season because of blossoming rhododendrons.
Mustang trekking consists of treeless deserted
scenery, vertical rocky tracks up and down and beautiful views of Mt.
Dhaulagiri, Mt. Nilgiri, and Mt. Annapurna, including many other peaks such as
Tukche peak, Mustang Himal, Tilicho peak.The route to Mustang implies traveling
through landscapes of arid regions, barren edges, deep gorges, and moraine
valleys and eroded rock faces. Also, barley fields and grazing land where sheep
are seen grazing and horses are used to carry heaps. The views of the desolate
Kali Gandaki Valley, almost infinite spaces surrounding Kagbeni, rambling
ridges and elevated mountains offer an amazing experience for adventure lovers.
The Upper Mustang trek of 19 days leads
you to the hidden and semi-independent kingdom of Nepal attached to the Tibetan
Border. This region is also known as Lo. Hundreds of years back, Lo belonged to
Tibetan rulers; hence Upper Mustang still widely practices Tibetan Buddhism.
The area is also known as the Himalayan cold desert. Thousands year old
Buddhist monasteries, colorful rock formations, and hundreds of caves are some
of the highlights on this trek.
The Upper Mustang trek was not permitted by
the Government of Nepal until 1992, though the area is restricted even today
for individual trekkers or backpackers. June, July and August are the best
months to visit the area. Until recently, the Upper Mustang Trek was accessible
only in camping mode but nowadays basic tea houses have made it easier for
trekkers to get their meals and accommodation. Upper Mustang area is also known
as "The last Forbidden Kingdom" and Mustang Trekking is an adventure
of a lifetime for anyone from anywhere in the world.