Annapurna Lubra trek

Duration: 7 Days
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Easy
  • Trip Style: Hikking and Trekking
  • Transport: By Air
  • Food: Full Board Plan
  • Accommodation: Hotel And Guest House
  • Group Size: 2
  • Max Elevation: 4,000 m

Annapurna region comprised several trekking destinations including word famous Annapurna Circuit and Upper Mustang overland Trek and tour. Besides this most popular trek, Lupra village is the most hidden and unexplored village trek. Lubra village is a small Bon village that only reminds in Lubra village which is on the side of Kali Gandaki valley.

Having a small trek to Lubra village is best for the aged people to experience the Bon culture and religion. The views are amazing over the kali Gandaki and superb views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. The diverse landscape, typical life, Bon Monastery, Sheep herald, and their daily life sunset at Nilgiri and walking on the barren land are the highlight of this trek. These treks start after the panoramic flight to Jomsom. The flights depart from Pokhara early in the morning beside the Annapurna I (8,091 m) and Dhaulagiri I (8,156 m). After landing in Jomsom follow the Kali Gandaki River to Kagbeni. It is easy and pleasant walking as you may find the fossil and Saligram on the Kali Gandaki river bank. Kagbeni is the entry point of the Upper Mustang trek.

The Lubra trek route is Jomsom, Kagbeni-Putak-Jhong-Muktinath-Jharkot-Lubra-Jomsom, and fly to Pokhara. It is a 5 days trek on the hidden treasure of Annapurna. If you are interested in Tibetan culture and fascinated by Buddhism then surely 5 days Lubra trek is the best suitable trek for you. Lubra is a hidden treasure of Annapurna trekking trails. That offers the last remaining Bon culture and a magnificent view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri with a sunset view at Nilgiri above the Kali Gandaki Valley

Highlights

  • Trans Himalayan flight between Annapurna I and Dhaulagiri I to Jomsom
  • Explore the centaury old Monastery at Kagbeni and Muktinath
  • Experience the Bon religion in Lubra village
  • Visit the mud roof village at Purang, Jhong, and the last Bon village at Lubra.

Outline Itinerary

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Day 01: Morning flight Kathmandu to Pokhara

Catch the late morning flight to Pokhara and enjoy the lake city of Pokhara which offers the magnificent view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. You may walk to world peace Stupa or enjoy the boating on Fewa lake. 

  • No
  • Hotel
  • 810 m

Fly to Jomsom in the morning and start walking to Kagbeni. This is a wonderful day walking following the Kaligandaki River. People may find the fossil along the Kaligandaki river. Stop at Ekle Bhatte for the Lunch and keep walking 1.5 hrs to Kagbeni. Enjoy evening Sunset view at Nilgiri and visit century old Monastery

  • Full Board Plan
  • Tea House
  • 2,810 m

After having the warm breakfast follow Muktinath Khola towards Upper Mustang ridge. The views are so beautiful with snowcapped mountain. Follow the white marked paint to Putak. Every house looks like a Gumpa because of the colorful paint. 

  • full Board plan
  • Tea house
  • 3,400 m

Visit Monastery and Temple Purang and Ranipauwa (Known as Muktinath) then descend to Jharkot for overnight. At Muktinath you may meet several people who are coming over the Throngla pass. Sitting on the same table and share the experience and make new friends. 

  • Full Board Plan
  • Tea house
  • 3,550 m

Lubra is a small village on the eastern side of Jharkot. Where Bon people has living within Monastery and facing the beautiful Mountain views. As there are no well furnished lodge in Lubra so it is better to walk down to Ekle Bhatte for your comfortable night. 

  • Full Board plan
  • Guest House
  • 2,740 m

Walking to Jomsom is an easy walking. After having lunch at Jomsom, take a detour to Marpha for about 1.5 hrs. Marpha is famous for apple garden, old monastery and apple brewery. Evening back to Jomsom for overnight. 

  • Full Board Plan
  • Hotel
  • 2,720 m

Morning fly back to Pokhara and rest of the day is free for your wellness day. You may explore Tibetan refugee camp, International Mountain museum, David falls, Seti Gorge. Evening half an hour fly to Kathmandu. Arrival and transfer to your designated Hotel. 

  • Breakfast

What's included

  • An Experienced and certified trek Guide including all expenses
  • Annapurna Conservation Entry permit (ACA permit)
  • Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS-Card)
  • A porter to carry your trekking luggage (1 porter=2 client)
  • 1-Night twin sharing Hotel in Pokhara including breakfast
  • 5-Night Hotel/Guest House accommodation in twin sharing
  • Full board meals while on the trek (breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • Farewell dinner after the trek
  • Trek maps and tokens of love from a company
  • Kathmandu -Pokhara-Kathmandu by air including Departure Tax
  • Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara by flight including departure Tax
  • Company Services Charge
  • All kinds of hot and cold, Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Tips to guide and porter (Tip is expected)
  • Travel insurance and personal medical kids
  • International flights
  • Personal trekking gears
  • Additional night in Pokhara-Kathmandu or VV if you would to stay in Pokhara 
Request a Private Date

Lubra is a semi-arid nestled deep in panda khola gorge in lower Mustang. Lubra trek is a hidden treasure of Annapurna region and there are not much trekker’s for the schedule departure. This is completely private trip for your preferred date.

Useful Info

Passport and Visa:

  • All the travelers should have a 6-month validity passport. Nepal Visa can obtain on your upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Visa cost 30 USD, 50 USD, 125 USD for 15, 30 and 90 days respectively. Online visa is available please visit here for online visa forms

Medical and health information:

  • All travelers need to be good physical health in order to participate in this trip. Before buying this trip please read the details itinerary carefully, even though it is easy and short trek
  • You should consult your doctor for up to date for your Medical travel information or any necessary vaccination before departure. We suggest you to bring your personal medical kid.
  • In case of the flight cancellation from and to Jomsom, We offer you the private Jeep transport instantly without additional cost.