Lower Mustang Trek

The first day marks your arrival day in Kathmandu. Clear all the visa requirements and customs clearance, if any, at the arrival section of the airport. As you come out, you will find a representative from World Alpine Treks waiting for you holding a board with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. The representative will shortly inform you about the plans ahead.

In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for a drive to the lakeside city of Pokhara. Today, we take a scenic drive along the Prithvi highway for around six to seven hours to Pokhara. We pass through some amazing landscapes throughout the journey. In the first half, we will be able to get some stunning views of the Trishuli River along with hills and villages. In the second half, the countryside landscape and the greenery will keep you engaged. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to a hotel in Pokhara. Check into the hotel and rest for a while. In the evening, we can walk down lthe akeside and enjoy some fascinating views of the lakes and mountains. Tonight, we stay at a hotel in Pokhara (inclusive of breakfast and lunch)

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we take a short drive for around an hour to Nayapul. It is the actual start point of our trekking journey. From Nayapul, we start walking along a lush landscape to Birethanti. It is a prosperous town inhabited by people of an ethnic community. We follow the streets of Birenthanti and pass the forests of bamboo and the waterfall on the way. We further walk towards Ranghai and ascend up the valley until we reach the village of Tikhedhunga. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Tikhedhunga. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Today, we cross a suspension bridge over a stream and ascend up through the stone-paved stairs to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large village at an elevation of 2800 meters inhabited by the people of the Magar community. We climb up the village and cross the meadows to the campsite, where we stop for lunch. We further continue through the trail, pass two streams, and climb up to Nagenthanti. From here, we hike up until we open up to the beautiful village of Ghorepani. As we reach the village, we will be able to witness some astonishing views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Hiunchuli, and many more. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Ghorepani. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

We wake up early in order to catch the sunrise view from Poonhill, a popular viewpoint in the Annapurna region of Nepal.  It is known for sunrise/ sunset views and panoramic views of the mountains in the Annapurna range. The shimmering glory of golden sun rays over the Annapurna massif from Poonhill merely looks terrific. The panoramic views of mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche peak, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Varaha Shikhar, Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, etc. add to the glory of this place. After enjoying the views, we return back to Ghorepani and follow a trail that takes us to Tadapani. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Tadapani. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Our day starts with a trek down to the Kali Gandaki valley. The valley is said to be the deepest gorge in the world, and it offers some fantastic views of Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Dhaulagiri. Our trail descends steeply to the river of Kaligandaki and ascends slowly until we cross a long suspension bridge over the Bhalu river. We walk continuously until we reach Dana. Rupse Chahara, a beautiful waterfall, is just minutes away from here. Moving ahead with our journey, we follow the trail that takes us to Ghasa. It is a Thakali village dominated by people of the Tibetan Buddhist religion. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Ghasa. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Leaving Ghasa, we follow a trail that goes along the Kali Gandaki gorge. We walk continuously until we arrive at the Thakali village of Tukuche. On the way, we pass some lush forests, rivers, bridges, and charming villages. We pass the village-like Lele, Kalipani, and Kokhetethati. Today, you can get a stunning glimpse of Dhaulagiri Himal as well. We continue through the trail until we reach the village of Tukuche. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Tukuche. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

It’s a pleasing day today. We take an easy path through the village of Khobang. We pass the narrow alleyways that join the houses in the village. There is a monastery called Kanti gompa on the way. We visit the monastery and continue towards Kagbeni. Kagbeni is a beautiful village that lies on the bank of the Kali Gandaki River. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Kagbeni. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Today, we ascend up to Muktinath. Muktinath is a trendy spiritual hub of the Annapurna region. The place holds a high value amongst Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. Many Hindu pilgrims visit this place early with high dedication and devotion. At first, we ascend up to Khingar and continue along a fortress-like village to Jharkot. We further follow a trail that takes us to Muktinath. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/ lodge in Muktinath. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Early in the morning, we walk to Muktinath for amazing views of the mountains in the Annapurna range. Further appreciating the glories of the mountains, we descend down to Jomsom and complete our circuit walk around the Annapurna. Hence, we accomplish our walking journey of the Annapurna Tilicho Lake Trek. Tonight, enjoy your time in Jomsom with the warm hospitality of the local people. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Today, we take an early flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. Enjoy your time at the hotel in Pokhara. In the evening, you can walk to the lakeside and enjoy the serenity in the environment. (Inclusive of breakfast)

Concluding our trip, we drive back via the same route along the Prithvi Highway to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Tonight, we stay at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Inclusive of breakfast and lunch)

Before a few hours of your scheduled flight, you will be transferred to the international terminal of Tribhuwan International Airport. (Inclusive of Breakfast)