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Journey into the former Kingdom of Lo — a trans-Himalayan desert of ochre cliffs, cave dwellings and the walled city of Lo Manthang.
- 14 days
- Moderate
- 3,840 m
Price on request
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Lower Mustang: Jomsom & Muktinath
Apple orchards, windswept valleys and the sacred Muktinath temple — Lower Mustang by jeep and on foot, no restricted permit needed.
Photo: Gerd Eichmann, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Duration
- 8 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Max altitude
- 3,800 m
- Region
- Mustang
- Best season
- Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
- Ideal for
- Solo/FIT, Family, Group
Overview
Lower Mustang combines easy trekking with jeep travel along the Kali Gandaki, the world's deepest gorge. Visit Marpha's apple farms, medieval Kagbeni and Muktinath, a pilgrimage site sacred to Hindus and Buddhists.
Highlights
- Muktinath Temple
- Marpha apple village
- Kagbeni medieval village
- Kali Gandaki gorge
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Pokhara to Jomsom
Morning mountain flight; walk to Marpha.
Max altitude: 2,670 m
Day 2
Marpha to Kagbeni
Along the Kali Gandaki riverbed.
Max altitude: 2,810 m
Day 3
Kagbeni to Muktinath
Visit the 108 water spouts.
Max altitude: 3,800 m
Day 4
Muktinath to Jomsom
Via Lubra village.
Max altitude: 2,720 m
Day 5
Jeep to Tatopani
Soak in hot springs.
Max altitude: 1,190 m
Day 6
Drive to Pokhara
Evening at Lakeside.
Max altitude: 820 m
Days 7–8
Pokhara & departure
Optional paragliding, then onward travel.
What's included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in a private vehicle
- Government-licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Porter service (1 porter per 2 trekkers, max 20 kg)
- Teahouse accommodation and 3 meals a day on the trek
- All trekking permits and local fees
- Staff wages, insurance, meals and accommodation
- First-aid kit and pulse oximeter
- Ascend DMC duffel bag and trekking map
- Pokhara–Jomsom flight and private jeep return
Not included
- International flights and Nepal visa fee
- Travel insurance with high-altitude helicopter evacuation
- Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara (except welcome dinner)
- Personal expenses: hot showers, Wi-Fi, charging, drinks
- Tips for guides and porters
Permits we arrange
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS Card
Permit fees are set by the Government of Nepal and may change. More about permits.
Fixed group departures
| Start date | Availability |
|---|---|
| 20 Oct 2026 | Available |
| 17 Nov 2026 | Available |
Private departures available on any date.
FAQs
Do I need a guide for this trek?
Yes. Since April 2023, foreign trekkers in Nepal's national parks and conservation areas must trek with a government-licensed guide arranged through a registered agency such as Ascend DMC Nepal.
What travel insurance do I need?
Your policy must cover trekking up to the maximum altitude of the route and include emergency helicopter evacuation. We check your insurance before departure.
Can this trek be done privately?
Yes. Every trek is available as a private departure on any date, or you can join one of our fixed group departures.
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