The Lower Mustang 13-day trek offers a fun and simple trek. It mixes the cultures of two traveling areas: Lower Mustang and Annapurna Foothills. The Lower Mustang Valley, also known as the Jomsom Muktinath trek, is part of this experience.
Trekking through Lower Mustang with Annapurna Foothills offers a special trek with scenic views. Also, known as the Australian camp trek, it offers joy in the first part of the trek. Lower Mustang trek allows you to go through the Trans-Himalayan section with Tibetan culture.
Trek Overview
Alliance Treks happily offers this mix of adventure and cultural trek. So, join us on a trek that goes beyond the ordinary, where each step reveals something new, and every moment creates a memory. Lower Mustang with Annapurna Foothills 13-day trek is truly one of the greatest treks you can ever experience in Nepal.
Nepal Domestic Airfare
The airfare between Pokhara and Jomsom to reach Lower Mustang and then back and a one-way airfare from Pokhara to Kathmandu is built in.
Local Lodges or Homestays
You will stay in a 3-star hotel with breakfast for 2 nights in Kathmandu. In Pokhara, breakfast will be provided for three nights. During your 3-day trek in the Annapurna Foothills, you will stay in local lodges and homes, and all your meals will be taken care of.
Furthermore, the 6-day Lower Mustang Trek includes places to stay in local lodges where all your meals are provided.
Trek preparation
Please check our trek equipment list. This list will certainly be a guide for you if you plan to trek in Nepal. Similarly, you can check our AMC (Acute Mountain Sickness) which can be a good guide for you to learn more about getting ill at high heights in Nepal. Also, if you want to do a Peak climb in Nepal then please check the climbing equipment list that is a must while going on the Peak climb. Likewise, we suggest you check the updated TIMS card rule as there have been some new changes in Nepal.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu. Upon arrival meeting assistance & transfer to your hotel. Free time to stroll around the Thamel tourist area.
Overnight at 3* Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 2: Drive Kathmandu/Pokhara (200 Kms/6 Hrs drive). En-route White Water Rafting at Trishuli River
After breakfast, drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is famous for its wonderful views of the Himalayas and its snow-fed lakes. The reflection of Mt. Fishtail & Annapurna range on Lake Phewa is breathtaking. Pokhara is also a base camp for trekking on the Annapurna region with other day hike tours around the valley rim.
En route, you can enjoy White Water Rafting (2 Hrs) at Trishuli River with Lunch. Alternatively, if you are not interested in White water Rafting then you can enjoy the Manakamana temple visit with a Cable Car ride (Any one activity). After the excursion, continue to Pokhara & check in at hotel. Free to stroll around the Phewa Lakeside area.
Breakfast & Overnight at 3* Hotel in Pokhara
Day 3: Drive Pokhara/Baskot. Trek to Dhampus via Hyangakot. Continue to Australian Camp
After breakfast, pick up from your hotel. Drive 30 minutes to reach Baskot. Start your trek to Dhampus village. En route, you will visit typical settlements like Dhital tole and Hyangakot village. Dhampus is one of the most picturesque villages located in the Annapurna Foothill overlooking panoramic views of Mount Annapurna, Fishtail & Dhaulagiri.
After spending some time at Dhampus with lunch, start your hike to Australian Camp. Australian Camp is open ground located at a hilltop overlooking Annapurna Mountain. Check in at the local lodge and relax.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 4: Trek Australian Camp to Panchase Bhanjyang via Kande & Bahadure
Early morning, enjoy the sunrise view from Australian Camp. After breakfast, start your hike to Kande. Continue your walk to Bahadure. The first section of the trek today is slightly downhill and the rest of the trekking trail will be mostly uphill today. Follow the trekking trail slightly uphill to reach Panchase Bhanjyang. Check-in at the local lodge/homestay. Panchase village is a typical Gurung settlement located in the Pokhara Valley rim popular for the wildest panoramic views of mountains in the western area: Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Lamjung, Gorkha, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang – Ri region.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Homestay
Day 5: Trek Panchase Bhanjyang – Sidame – Ghatichhinna. Drive to Pokhara
Morning, breakfast at homestay and start your trek down to Ghatichhinna. Today you will explore the local villages at the Pokhara Valley rim accompanied by an excellent view of the mountains by passing the trekking trail through villages and farmlands. Arrive at the vehicle boarding point and drive to Pokhara. The evening is free to enjoy and stroll around the Phewa Lakeside area.
Breakfast and lunch at local tea house en route. Overnight at 3* Hotel in Pokhara
Day 6: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom & trek to Kagbeni
Morning transfer to Pokhara airport in time to board your flight to Jomsom. Upon arrival at Jomsom, start your trek to Kagbeni.
Jomsom is among the very few places in Nepal from where the Himalayan peaks can be admired at such a close range and yet from a safe altitude of only 2800 meters. Giant peaks like Nilgiri, Tilicho, and Dhaulagiri seem so close you could reach out to touch them.
After arrival at Jomsom, you will trek north to Kagbeni, arriving in time for lunch. The wide trail along the western side of the sandy, saligram-filled riverbed provides views of the nearby peaks of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Nilgiri, and, to the south, the Annapurna Massif. Kagbeni, spectacularly situated atop a cliff overlooking the confluence of the Kali Gandaki and the Jhong Khola rivers, is the last village in Lower Mustang and guards the entrance into Upper Mustang (visible across the Kali Gandaki riverbed). It is an oasis of green fields amidst rocky, arid mountains, with Nilgiri looming beyond. This ancient, partially ruined citadel town is a glimpse into a unique way of life, with its narrow alleyways and tunnels, irrigation canals, green fields of barley and its massive, 800-year-old brick-red Sayka Gompa.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 7: Trek to Jharkot and visit Red Gompa
After breakfast, start your trek to Jharkot located in the lower Mustang area. From Kagbeni to Jharkot is approximately 3-4 hours walking, depending on how you are feeling in the dry air and the altitude.
It’s an uphill trek from Kagbeni to Jharkot and you gain quite a bit of elevation, so it’s nice to stop here and take the afternoon to explore this old fortified village. The main feature of the village is the striking red Gompa (monastery) of the Sakya sect of Buddhism that sits prominently at the front of the village. This Gompa is more than 500 years old and has an active Tibetan Medicine school. There are stunning views down the valley and up towards the famous Thorong La (pass) which is the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit trek.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 8: Excursion to Muktinath
Muktinath is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Hindus, and a great example of a sacred place shared in harmony by followers of two religions. Local Buddhist nuns (belonging to the lineage of Lama Wangyal) care-take the site. Every year, thousands of devotees from India, Tibet, and Nepal come here on pilgrimage for purification and salvation. It is said that throughout history many kings throughout Asia did the same. It is well worth spending a day here to not only visit this sacred shrine but also to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Return to Jharkot for an overnight stay.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 9: Trek to Jomsom via Lurpa Village
You’ll descend to Jomsom via Lurpa village, visiting a local Bonpo Monastery. While you have to ascend the mountain again for a short way to get back on the trail, it is a great route that trekkers on the Annapurna circuit miss out on, so you will be far away from the crowds and the jeep trail to Jharkot and Muktinath.
Bonpo is an ancient pre-Buddhist religion not represented by many monasteries these days, so it is a rare and special chance to learn about this ancient animist religion while taking a stunning alternate route back to Jomsom.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 10: Day excursion to Marpha village
Enjoy a day excursion to Marpha village. Marpha is one of the most famous villages of the Panch Gaun (Five Village) region in Mustang district lying on the Annapurna Circuit Trek route of Nepal. It is famous for its picturesque appearance and most importantly for its apple orchards and apple products.
It lies in the Trans – Himalayan rain shadow zone and therefore stays more or less untouched by raging monsoons of lower ranges. The village is mostly inhabited by Thakalis (Mawatan) representing four district clans: Lalchan (Ruby), Hirachan (Diamond), Jwarchan (Jewel) and Pannachan (Emerald). Its economy is strongly dependent upon agriculture, livestock, tourism and labor in foreign countries.
If time permits, also visit Dhumba Lake. Dhumba Lake is the hidden gem of Mustang. Dhumba Lake is an emerald-green color lake. It lies at an altitude of 2900 m from sea level. This Lake is very famous for being a sacred Buddhist lake. It is 5.5 km west of Jomsom. Its length is 150 meters and its width is 100 meters. The place where it lies is Thini Village. It lies on the base of Mount Nilgiri. Mount Nilgiri is the main source of this Lake.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 11: Fly Jomsom/Pokhara. Pokhara city tour with a boat ride
Early morning, you will board the flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy the Pokhara city tour covering Bindavashini temple, Seti Gorge, Davis Fall, and Gupteshwor Cave. Enjoy a boat ride at Phewa Lake.
Breakfast & Overnight at 3* Hotel in Pokhara
Day 12: Fly Pokhara/Kathmandu. Full-day Sightseeing tour & farewell dinner in the evening with cultural show
Morning, transfer to Pokhara airport in time to board the flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
In Kathmandu enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of the Pashupatinath temple which is the holiest Hindu shrine. Continue further to Boudhanath stupa, the Largest Buddhist stupa. In the afternoon, visit Patan City at Patan Durbar Square.
In the evening, you will walk to a Typical Nepali restaurant to enjoy a Farewell Dinner with a Cultural show.
Breakfast & Farewell Dinner at Nepali restaurant. Overnight at 3* Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 13: Departure transfer
Transfer to Kathmandu airport in time to board your flight back home (check-out time at hotel 1200 Hrs).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What are the important things that need to be considered for the trek?
During the trek will be local lodges available. These lodges will be simple and cannot be compared with hotels available in the city area. The local lodges will have common bathrooms. In higher elevations (above Tengboche) there is a high possibility of sharing a dormitory due to limited availability.
– Meals
During trek will be with all meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. In the mountains normally meals available will be typical Nepali & Tibetan food. We will provide one full item during breakfast, lunch & dinner. A cup of Tea/Coffee will be served during breakfast.
– Flight to/From Jomsom
Jomsom is a small airport located in a high elevation hence the flight operation will be early morning and highly depends on Weather conditions. Flights allow 10 Kg of check-in baggage per person. Any extra personal payload needs to be settled directly at the airline.
In case the flight cannot operate due to weather conditions then there is an alternative with a drive option from Pokhara/Jomsom & back. We can adjust airfare with surface transfer with mutual discussion as required.
Q2. Level of Fitness required?
Lower Mustang and Annapurna Foothills is an easy trek however requires 5 hours of average walking per day.
Trekking in Nepal is a unique experience; so to get maximum enjoyment you should be physically and mentally prepared. No trek is easy so preparation should commence months before – walking, jogging, and hiking (one or two bricks in a pack) are helpful.
Q3. Altitude Sickness?
Altitude sickness, often known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), can affect any person, irrespective of age or level of fitness. No training can prevent this illness. Generally, those who trek too fast or gain altitude too quickly are more likely to be affected.
When trekking, “Bistarai” (slowly) is very good advice. Once over 3,000 meters, daily vertical gains of over 500, meters should not be exceeded. Your guide is aware of this so take his advice.
Q4. Symptoms?
– Nausea/Vomiting
– Loss of appetite
– Insomnia/sleeplessness
– Persistent headache
– Dizziness, fatigue, lassitude, heavy legs
– Slight swelling of hands and feet
– Breathlessness and breathing irregularly
– Reduced urine.
