Lower Mustang Trek

When you arrive at Tibhuvan International Airport, our guide will pick you up and take you to your hotel in the bustling Thamel district of Kathmandu. Depending on your arrival time, you can choose to relax for the next journey, see the city’s attractions, or shop for adventure gear in one of Kathmandu’s many adventure supply stores. We’ll assemble our bikes and be ready for the journey in the afternoon.

Early in the morning, we will travel to the beautiful valley of Pokhara via Prithvi Highway. You will see the Western Himalayas during this scenic 6 to 7 hour-long bus ride. Upon arrival you will have the opportunity to explore Pokhara, the beautiful city by the lake. Alternatively, you can go boating in the grand Phewa Lake.

Take a short yet picturesque trip to the beautiful town of Jomsom in the morning. The mountain village of Jomsom is reachable through a twenty-minute flight with a close-up view of the Annapurna range. Feel greeted by the mountain air in Jomsom and begin the day’s hike along the bank of the Kali Gandaki river to Kagbeni. This magnificent location in the middle of the mountains may be reached by a four-hour stroll. Take pleasure in the mountain vista.

This is an uphill trek and you gain quite a bit of altitude, so it’s wonderful to stop and spend the afternoon seeing this ancient fortified settlement. The bright red Gompa (monastery) of the Sakya sect of Buddhism that sits prominently in front of the settlement is the village’s most conspicuous landmark. This Gompa is about 500 years old and is home to an active school of Tibetan medicine. There are breathtaking views down the valley and up towards the renowned Thorong La (pass), the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit hike.

Visit Muktinath, an important Buddhist and Hindu pilgrimage site and an excellent example of interfaith cooperation. Thousands of devotees from India, Tibet, and Nepal make pilgrimages to this location in search of purification and salvation. According to legend, numerous Asian kings throughout history did the same. Visiting a neighborhood Bonpo Monastery. You will be far from the tourists and the jeep trail leading to Jharkot and Muktinath. Spend the night at Lupra village, a less frequented location.

Follow the middle path to reach the town of Phalyak. As soon as you reach the bank of the Kaligandaki River, go towards the confluence, where several tiny tributaries converge to form the raging Kaligandaki River. After crossing a bridge, travel parallel to the Kolungba Khola, which originates from Tashikang Peak and its surrounding glaciers. Within a short while, you will reach Phalyak, an infrequently seen, picturesque Mustang settlement. Due to the village’s distance from the main highway, just a few people noticed it. This location is ideal for appreciating the pristine Tibetan customs and practices.

Follow the excursion walking path to Jomsom (as highlighted in the Upper & Lower Mustang map of Himalayan Map House). A pleasant path as the brownie mountain continues to follow your footprints. On this secluded stretch, though, you will encounter some Chortens adorned with prayer flags. This demonstrates the Buddhist impact in the mountainous parts of Nepal. After crossing a bridge, you will be in Hadigaon within a few minutes. Then, proceed towards Thinigaon. After checking in and having lunch, take an hour-long detour to Dhumba Tal (Lake), a beautiful lake where you can release all your samsaric tension. The water is pure and appears unchanged for generations. Take pleasure in your time at the lake, then return to Thinigaon.

The route to Chimang gaun from here traverses the spectacular stone dwellings. The below-mentioned flat stone slabs are used to build the alleyways of this magnificent location. The inhabitants of this village are also known as Chimba. The majority of them are Buddhist, so you might as well learn about their lifestyles and traditions. Young children of the village will approach you for a snapshot, and they look amazing against the backdrop of the mountains. Take the opportunity to visit the Tibetan Refugee Camp, where they sell handmade souvenirs and handicrafts.

Descend from Chimanggaon to the Kalapani. As you travel further along the trail, the vistas improve. The trail is surrounded by the snowy peaks that rise above the northeastern Himalayas, namely Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri (meaning Blue Ridge). The path is absolutely off the beaten road and passes through some of the world’s most magnificent locales. Once you reach Kalopani, it is enjoyable to meander around the villages and monasteries.

Walk downhill from Ghandruk to Syauli Bazaar, then flat and pleasant until Nayapul, and then drive back to Pokhara, the nearest city. After five days of hiking, rest and unwind.

After creating some exquisite and lasting memories in Larjung, proceed to the enchanting village of Marpha for lunch. At first glance, Marpha resembles a rainbow whose hues are all black. The dwellings are composed of stone, and the lanes’ flat slabs create an enticing ambience. From this village, the magnificent peak of the Nilgiri Mountains dominates the views, which are truly magnificent. After exploring the nearby hamlets and conversing with the villagers at Marpha, continue walking to Jomsom for the final night.

After taking a 20-minute flight to Pokhara, we will spend the rest of the day in the city to relax.

After breakfast, we will travel back to the capital via Prithvi Highway. Once again the scenic bus ride will keep you refreshed throughout the journey.

Today we will take you to the airport to catch your flight out of Nepal. Alternatively, if you’d like to stay longer, we may make additional travel arrangements to assist you continue your Nepal experience.