Tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased significantly even during the winter season, with January 2026 recording a sharp rise compared to the same period last year.

Summary:

Tourist arrivals in Mustang, Nepal, surged significantly during the winter season of January 2026 compared to January 2025. According to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), 10,822 foreign tourists visited Mustang in January 2026, up from 4,346 the previous year, an increase of 6,476 visitors. Most tourists (10,045) came from SAARC countries, with 777 from other nations. Indian pilgrims visiting Muktinath Temple made up a large part of this increase. Mustang welcomed 161,142 foreign tourists in 2025, and ACAP estimates the number will rise to about 200,000 in 2026, highlighting Mustang’s growing popularity as a year-round tourist destination.

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