Let's explore the hidden soul of the amazing Lower Mustang throughout an immersive cultural and spiritual journey to one of Nepal’s most fascinating regions. Unlike ordinary trekking packages Nepal has to offer, which only focus on walking, our personalized packages focus on blending authentic village life, ancient Buddhist and Bon traditions, sacred pilgrimage sites, beautiful Himalayan scenery, natural hot springs, and peaceful monastery experiences.
You will travel through the Kali Gandaki Valley, which was once an important trade route between Tibet and India. You will explore charming Thakali villages, ancient monasteries, orchards of apples, hidden lakes, and a breathtaking view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.
This trek is handcrafted for travelers seeking a deeper connection with local culture, spirituality, nature, and soft adventure, also suitable for first-time trekkers and culture enthusiasts.
It includes relaxing in the Tatopani natural hot springs for skin therapy or exploring the sacred Muktinath temple. Visiting ancient Bon monasteries in Lubra and wandering through a stone alley of Marpha with a taste of apple beverages. When you experience life around Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, it offers a unique and meaningful Himalayan experience.
Trip Highlights
- Exploring the cultural beauty of Lower Mustang
- Visiting the sacred Muktinath Temple located at 3800m
- Experience ancient Bon and Tibetan traditions
- Heal your skin with the relaxing hot springs of Tatopani
- Explore the beautiful Himalayan village, which includes Marpha, Kagbeni, Jharkot, lubra and Thini
- Visiting nearby monasteries for prayers and learn buddhist communites traditions
- Memorizing the view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Tukuche peaks
- Experience authentic Thakali culture, from where Thakali food originates.
Best Time for Lower Mustang Trek
- Spring (March to May)
The spring season offers a clear season for trekking, and the blooming of the Rohondondren flower makes it more beautiful.
- Monsoon (June to August)
Lower Mustang lies in the border of a rain shade area, Mountain View, with beautiful Himalayan wild flowers blooming in trails, and pleasant temperatures. Villages on the trails are greener and more colorful due to different crops in the field like barley, potatoes, wheat, and buckwheat, which makes it one of the best scenes.
The shadow region of the Himalayas, which makes it one of the best destinations for Monsoon tour and trekking, as other areas get heavy rainfall. The temperature is also warmer than in winter and Autumn.
- Autumn (September to December)
Autumn is one of the popular trekking season which offer more stable weather, crystal clear mountain views, and more comfortable temperatures. You can also celebrate different festivals before or after completing your trek.
- Winter (January to February)
The winter season is cold but offers peaceful trekking trails with fewer tourists. It is necessary to be more conscious while trekking, but trekkers can see a beautiful snow-covered valley.
Lower Mustang permit cost:
The trekking permit for the lower Mustang trek doesn’t require a $50 per day permit. The necessary permits are:
- Permit Nationality Price
- ACAP
- Nepali NPR 100
- SAARC NPR 1000
- Foreigners NPR 3000
How difficult is the Lower Mustang Trek
Lower Mustang trek is ideal for Beginners and frequent trekkers. The highest elevation is Muktinath, located at 3710 meters, where most of the night is spent below 3000 meters.
Food & Accommodations
Food available in these teahouses is of good standard with a plenty of variety of fresh vegetables, homemade noodles, rice, and other hearty dishes originally from this area. Thak khola of this area is from where the Thakali food originates.
Accommodation infrastructure in this area is good compared to other trekking areas. Popular places like Jomsom and Muktinath offer a variety of accommodation with higher service quality hotels and lodges, which can cater to pilgrims.
