Lower Mustang and Poon Hill trek from Pokhara is an exciting journey that takes you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Annapurna region of Nepal.
Day 1: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga
Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (about 1.5 hours)
Start trek from Nayapul and trek to Ulleri
Trekking time: 4-5 hours
Day 2: Ulleri to Ghorepani
Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,850m)
Pass through Ulleri, a village with stone-paved steps
Trekking time: 5-6 hours
Day 3: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (early morning) and Tadapani
Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) for sunrise and panoramic mountain views
Return to Ghorepani for breakfast
Trek to Tadapani (2,630m) through beautiful rhododendron forests
Trekking time: 6-7 hours
Day 4: Tadapani to Ghasa
Trek from Tadapani to Ghasa (2,010m)
Descend through dense forests and small villages
Enjoy stunning views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges
Trekking time: 6-7 hours
Day 5: Ghasa to Marpha
Trek from Ghasa to Marpha (2,670m)
Pass through the Kali Gandaki Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world
Marvel at the unique landscape and cultural diversity
Trekking time: 6-7 hours
Day 6: Marpha to Kagbeni
Trek from Marpha to Kagbeni (2,800m)
Visit the ancient Kagbeni village with its narrow alleys and mud-brick houses
Get a taste of the Tibetan-influenced culture in this region
Trekking time: 4-5 hours
Day 7: Kagbeni to Jomsom
Trek from Kagbeni to Jomsom (2,720m)
Enter the Lower Mustang region with a distinct arid landscape
Explore the town of Jomsom, known for its apple orchards and strong winds
Trekking time: 4-5 hours
Day 8: Jomsom to Pokhara
Take a bus from Jomsom to Pokhara (about 8 hour)
Arrive in Pokhara and end of the trek