Complete Travel Tips
Lower Mustang is dry and windy. Muktinath is above 3,800m—hydrate, go slow, and acclimatize properly.
🗓️ Best time to trek
- Spring (Mar–May): warmer days, clear views
- Autumn (Sep–Nov): best visibility, cooler nights
- Monsoon: possible (rain-shadow region)
- Winter: cold but doable
⛰️ Acclimatization & altitude safety
- Muktinath is above 3,800 m — walk slowly and hydrate well
- Include acclimatization at Muktinath (explore day)
- Descend if symptoms appear
Wind picks up in afternoon—start early for longer walking days.
🎒 Packing essentials
- Windproof jacket (strong winds)
- Warm layers + down jacket
- Sun protection (strong UV)
- Trekking boots
💰 Money & payments
- Carry enough cash from Pokhara
- No ATMs beyond Jomsom
- Only NPR accepted on route
🧼 Respect & responsible trekking
- Respect religious sites at Muktinath
- Photography only with permission
- Carry out all waste; avoid plastic bottles