A sustainable balance must be struck so that tourism benefits are long-term and equitable, not limited to just a few peak weekends. In contrast, mid-week travel or off-season trips often reveal empty guesthouses and quiet streets — showing the strong imbalance between demand peaks and troughs. Expanding lodging carelessly could damage the village’s heritage and atmosphere.
Hundreds of visitors arrive, overwhelming guesthouses, tea houses, and narrow alleys. Some tourists sleep in cars parked along the mountain roads, while others are forced to leave disappointed. Meanwhile, local families face pressure to host strangers informally — sometimes without safety or legal protections. Be open to nearby towns — for Masouleh, towns like Fuman or Rasht provide more options. For adventurous travelers, tents or sleeping bags offer a backup, but only in safe and designated areas.
