15 April, 2026
Top 7 Mysterious Caves in Upper Mustang You Must Visit
Upper Mustang was sealed to foreign visitors until 1992, which is exactly why the ancient caves Nepal holds in this region have survived so intact. Upper Mustang is a high-desert landscape lying north of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Additionally, the region it sits in is the only rain shadow of the Himalayas which has allowed it to preserve everything it touches. The mud walls, painted murals, carved stone, mummified remains, and centuries-old manuscripts have all endured the test of time inside these cliffs because almost no outside influence reached them. What you find when you finally arrive inside is not a reconstruction or a museum piece but history. It is the real thing, exactly where it was left. 1. Jhong Cave / Chhoser Cave The Jhong Cave Mustang complex, also known as the Chhoser cave Nepal or Shija Jhong, sits at 4,000 metres above sea level near the village of Chhoser. It is two hours far from the foothills of Lo Manthang. The cave has five storeys and approximately 40 rooms connected by narrow wooden ladders, carved entirely by human hands into the ochre cliff face. It was used as a fortified hideout during the conflict-prone 10th century, a...
3 April, 2026
Lo Manthang : The Ancient Walled City of Upper Mustang Explained
If you have been searching for a Nepal travel experience that goes far beyond normal trekking trails and mountain views then you’ve come to the right blog. Lo Manthang is the place you have been looking for if you want to experience a mystical travel journey above the mountain. Lo is not simply a town but a fully intact medieval walled city which has been continuously inhabited for over 640 years. Most of the world had never heard of it until 1992 because Upper Mustang was sealed to foreign visitors for decades. What those first visitors found when the gates opened was not a ruin or a reconstruction but a living city with a king on a throne, monks chanting in centuries-old monasteries, and farmers tending barley fields irrigated with systems created in the 14th century. Meaning of Lo Manthang The name Lo Manthang carries a meaning as beautiful as the place itself. In the local Tibetan dialect spoken by the Loba people, “Lo” means heart or desire, “Man” means wish, and “Thang” means land or plain. After it’s put together you get Lo Manthang which translates to the “Heart’s Desired Land” or “The Land of Aspirations”. The name was...
25 March, 2026
Annapurna Base Camp Vs Annapurna Circuit Trek : Which Trek is Best for You?
Nepal offers several trekking destinations that take trekkers to the lap of the Himalayas and provide lifelong memories and a true sense of adventure. Among those trekking destinations, the Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit trek are popular and the most performed adventures. Both of the destinations are located in Nepal’s Gandaki province and let trekkers explore the beautiful Annapurna region. Although both trek destinations take you to the Annapurna region of Nepal, you trek through different locations and routes, providing you with completely distinct experiences. The Annapurna Base Camp trek begins from Pokhara or Nayapul and takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp following a moderately difficult trek taking an average of 7 to 12 days. On the other side, the Annapurna Circuit trek starts from Besisahar or Bhulbhule in Lamjung and takes you to barren landscapes and the deep gorge of the Kaligandaki river via the challenging Thorong La Pass (5,416m). The Annapurna Circuit trek takes an average of 12 to 20 days and gives a diversified experience to the trekkers. This blog explains the difference between the Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit trek by comparing the overall difficulty, average distance, duration, and experience they provide to...
19 March, 2026
Who Died First on Mount Everest ? The Complete History of the Mountain’s First Fatalities
The first recorded death on Mount Everest occurred on June 7, 1922, on this sad day seven Sherpa porters lost lives in an avalanche on the North Col during the British Everest Expedition. The avalanche struck during a descent from a high camp attempt led by George Mallory. These seven Sherpa deaths are the first confirmed fatalities in climbing of Everest in history. The first Western mountaineers to die on Everest were George Mallory and Andrew Irvine, who disappeared on June 8, 1924, during a summit attempt. Their fate remained unknown for 75 years until George Mallory‘s body was discovered in 1999. However, despite these attempts, it is unknown whether Mallory and the sherpas were the first to die in the summit as official record keeping was not fully developed during the period. Early Attempts to Climb Mount Everest in the 1920s As quoted earlier, for most of recorded history Mount Everest was simply unknown to the Western world. Tibetan and Nepali communities who lived in the shadow of the great peaks had no interest in climbing them, viewing the summits as sacred and unapproachable. It was not until the British Great Trigonometrical Survey of India formally identified Everest as...
13 March, 2026
Who Was with Rob Hall When He Died on Mount Everest? The Untold Story of the 1996 Disaster
Who Was with Rob Hall When He Died? Quick answer to the question according to records and climbers. Rob Hall was alone when he died on Mount Everest. His client Doug Hansen collapsed and died near him on the night of May 10 to 11, 1996, but by the time Rob Hall took his last breaths,there was no other climber with him. He was stranded at the South Summit at roughly 8,750 metres, deep inside the Death Zone. Many believe he may have lived had he not stayed to look after the exhausted Doug Hansen and chose to descend instead. Two Sherpas attempted to reach him but turned back because of brutal storm conditions. Rob Hall made a final satellite phone call to his pregnant wife, Jan Arnold, in New Zealand on the morning of May 11 and he died alone, hours after that call. Who Was Rob Hall? After running through the story above you may have thought who was “Rob Hall”? Rob Hall was a New Zealand mountaineer widely regarded as one of the finest high-altitude guides for climbers during his generation. He was born on January 14, 1961, in Christchurch, New Zealand, and developed a deep passion...
24 February, 2026
Who climbed Everest 7 times?
Very few mountaineers have summited the highest mountain peak, the “Mount Everest” multiple times. In fact, as of 2026, there are only about 7,269 people who have reached the summit of Mt. Everest at least once in their life. Among these, there are only a handful of people who have stood on the top of Everest seven or more times. Climbing Everest even once is an incredible feat but doing it seven times demonstrates exceptional skill, hardcore dedication, and incredible resilience. How difficult is multiple ascents of Mount Everest? Each Everest climb is physically demanding, grueling and risky. The mountaineers who dare to climb the highest peak on the earth face the challenge of extreme cold, thin air, avalanches, and dangerous mountain crevasses. In fact, the normal success rate of Everest expedition or Everest climb is only around 50% to 60% on a given expedition. It means many attempts to climb Everest end without reaching the top of the peak. Doing it seven times is a great feat in itself because it multiplies these difficult challenges. Each of these expeditions requires climbers months of difficult training, acclimatization, and a very high financial cost (tens of thousands of dollars per one...
17 February, 2026
How much does it cost to hire a trekking guide in Nepal?
Hiring a trekking guide in Nepal is a wise idea which guarantees travellers the safety, convenience, and compliance with Nepal’s trekking regulations. Yes! It is mandatory for foreign travellers to hire a guide for trekking in Nepal but only in certain trekking regions. This mandatory law in certain regions makes it important to hire guides. The guide fees in Nepal are reliant on various factors. The cost of guides you choose to hire vary according to the experience, trekking season, and the trekking region you choose to travel. Thus, we have designed this guide to travellers like you wishing to travel to Nepal, understand the costs to create a travel budget and plan. The blog below is an overview of guide expenses and related factors you need to understand for trekking in Nepal in 2026 and future years. An Overview of Trekking Guide Costs in Nepal: The Guides are important for conquering Nepal’s trails and ensuring a smooth trek without any challenges. The fees of the guide you choose to hire depend primarily on factors like expertise and trekking region. As of 2025–26 data, a typical daily cost of hiring a Nepali trekking guide falls in the range of around...
