8 June, 2026

Upper Mustang Trek in Monsoon 2026: Why June, July & August Are Worth It 

Trekking in the Upper Mustang region of Nepal gives you a unique experience of dry desert landscape, rich himalayan culture, and stunning views of nearby peaks. Visiting Upper Mustang in monsoon season from June to August further enhances your experience with bright green fields, rushing waterfalls, and views of vibrant red and yellow cliffs.  While most trekking destinations in Nepal experience heavy rain from June to August, Upper Mustang remains dry, peaceful, and less crowded. The region is dry even in the monsoon due to its location entirely within the Himalayan rain shadow region. This makes the Upper Mustang ideal for trekking to experience peaceful trails, vibrant culture, and dramatic landscapes even during monsoon season. In this blog, we explain why trekking in the Upper Mustang is worthwhile during the monsoon season from June to August. The weather in the region during June, July, and August and the experience these months provide to trekkers are explained. Also, the information about challenges, essential permit requirements, and safety tips for visiting Upper Mustang in monsoon is provided. What Makes Upper Mustang Unique in Monsoon Season The lesser rain even during the peak monsoon season makes the Upper Mustang region unique. As the...

28 May, 2026

Solo Trekking in Nepal 2026: Is It Actually Banned? The Mandatory Guide Rule Explained

Nepal has always been one of the world’s top destinations for high-altitude adventures, as the country is home to the Himalayas, unique geography, and rich culture. From iconic destinations like Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna region to isolated regions like Manaslu, Dolpo, and Mustang, Nepal attracts thousands of independent trekkers every year.  But in recent days travelers, especially solo trekkers, are confused with the new trekking regulations imposed by Nepal. As Nepal disallowed solo trekking and the mandatory guide rule in 2023, many trekkers have a common question : is a solo trek actually banned in Nepal? The answer is no, as in March 2026, the country announced another update in trekking rules, allowing solo trekkers in restricted areas. But the catch in the new rule is one can trek solo in Nepal but not completely independently, as one requires a licensed guide. In this guide we provide details about the solo trekking rules in Nepal in 2026 that everyone must know. The information about newly opened restricted areas’ rules for solo trekkers, permit requirements, processes to get permits, and tips for solo trekkers in Nepal is also provided.  Is Solo Trekking in Nepal Actually Banned in 2026?  Most...

27 May, 2026

Mardi Himal Trek vs Poon Hill: Which Short Trek Is Better for Your Nepal Trip? 

Nepal is home to iconic trekking destinations, from high-altitude treks requiring longer days to Short treks like Mardi Himal and Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. The Mardi Himal Trek and Poon Hill Trek are two popular destinations located in the Annapurna region of Nepal. These destinations are top choices for trekkers due to beginner-friendly routes, natural and cultural interactions, and the requirement of a few days for completion of treks. But among the Mardi Himal Trek and Poon Hill trek, which trek is better for your Nepal trip?  In this blog, we try to address this question and provide you proper details and information so that you can choose an ideal trek during your visit to Nepal. The scenario and experience, trek distance and duration, difficulty, trail condition, altitude, and various important factors are described to help you decide the best trek destination for you.  Mardi Himal Trek vs Poon Hill Trek: Quick Comparison Feature Mardi Himal Trek Poon Hill Trek Location Annapurna Region, Nepal Annapurna Region, Nepal Duration 7 to 10 days 5 to 8 days Maximum Altitude 4,500 m, Mardi Himal Base Camp 3,210 m, Poon Hill Difficulty Moderate Easy to Moderate Best For Adventure seekers, beginners with preparation,...

15 May, 2026

What Is the Pikey Peak Trek and Why Is It the Best-Kept Secret in the Everest Region?

Most travellers who start researching the Everest region go straight to the Everest Base Camp trek, which sees several hundred trekkers per day during peak season. Very few of them hear about Pikey Peak. The name itself comes from the Sherpa word for Deity of the sky, a title that tells you exactly how the Sherpa people have regarded this place for generations. The view from the summit has been called the finest panoramic viewpoint in the lower Everest region by guides who have spent decades working in Solukhumbu District. You earn that view in five to seven days without flying to Lukla and without crossing 4,500 metres. The trail sits in the lower Khumbu Nepal area, south of the main Everest trekking corridor, which is exactly why it stays quiet. Trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp pass through Lukla and move north. The Pikey Peak trek takes you through a different slice of Solukhumbu District entirely, one where Sherpa culture continues at its own pace, rhododendron forests cover entire hillsides, and the teahouses are run by families who rarely see more than a handful of trekkers per week. Pikey Peak Trek: Key Facts Detail Fact Summit altitude 4,065 metres...

11 May, 2026

Nepal’s New Everest Rule: Why you must climb a 7,000 m Peak first (2026 Update)

Nepal has recently passed an important law for Everest Summit or Everest Expedition which has brought a big change in the Everest region and mountaineering. On April 18 2025, Nepal approved a national bill from the upper assembly which prevents mountaineers from climbing Everest without summiting the 7,000m peak inside Nepal. The new Nepal Integrated Tourism Bill Everest is not an applicable rule to all the climbers of foreign nationalities and Nepali climbers until now. The rule of climbing a 7000 m peak inside Nepal before climbing Everest is still a policy and not a law. Nepal’s climbing authority had issued historic 478 permits in 2023, a record but it ended with a disastrous 17 deaths. Additionally,  a picture of a long queue in the death zone from 2019 has been making headlines across the world every year. Hence, Nepal rethought its policies and added new requirements to previous US $11000 (now $15000). The guide is designed to explain what the rule means for climbers, why Nepal made it, which peaks in Nepal qualify for requirement, the proof you’ll need and other questions in climbers mind. What exactly is the 7,000 m Everest Rule and 2026 law enforcement status? Everest...

29 April, 2026

Upper Mustang Solo Trek: Is It Allowed? Everything You Need to Know

If you have been researching the Upper Mustang solo trek for any time this week then you have almost certainly found contrasting information. The older blogs say two trekkers minimum, but the newer sources mention the permit costs changed in late 2025. While some others say the two-person rule was under review. The honest answer for 2026 is that the Government of Nepal updated the rules for all restricted area treks on March 22, 2026. Since the updated solo trekking in restricted areas, including Upper Mustang, is now permitted under the new framework. The blog gives you a clear, factual, and current breakdown of everything the solo traveller needs to know before attempting the Upper Mustang trek alone. It covers the rules, the permits, the full cost breakdown, the honest pros and cons of going solo trek, and the practical tips on making the journey easy. Table: Upper Mustang Solo Trek overview Detail Current Information (2026) Solo trekking allowed Yes, as of March 22, 2026. Two-person minimum rule removed. Licensed guide required Yes. Mandatory for all foreign trekkers at all checkpoints. Permit application Must go through a government-registered trekking agency. Individual applications are not accepted. Maximum altitude 3,840 metres at...

27 April, 2026

How Difficult Is the Upper Mustang Trek? An Honest Travel Overview

When you start researching for your next journey for the Upper Mustang trek, you will quickly end up finding two very different versions of the answer to the same question: how hard is the Upper Mustang trek? Some sources call it easy while others call it challenging. Both claims are partially right, which is exactly why an honest overview matters for travellers like you before you decide whether this trek is for you. The Upper Mustang trek is one of the most rewarding journeys in Nepal. It is also a journey where the difficulty comes from sources that most travellers do not expect. Being underprepared for those specific challenges turns this transformative experience into a difficult one for the wrong reasons. The guide is designed to explain the difficulty of the Upper Mustang trek into its realistic outlook. You will find a trek overview, a factor-by-factor difficulty analysis, a season comparison, and honest guidance on who this trek is right for and who should think carefully before booking it. Table: Upper Mustang Trek Overview at a Glance Trek Detail Standard Route Facts Official difficulty rating Moderate to Moderately Challenging Maximum altitude 3,840 metres at Lo Manthang (standard route) Alternative high...