Overview
Jomsom- Muktinath Trek is one captivating journey which lets you encounter the diverse communities of Annapurna Locale. The 14 day trekking starts from Kathmandu to Pokhara, to delightful Annapurna Area and steadily enters Mustang District. The trekkers will find themselves through the Kali Gandaki route, going into Thakali & Gurung tribal culture, rich woodlands, waterfalls, diverse villages, supplemented by the perpetually changing perspectives of the Annapurnas. The diverse communities of Nepalese people will make this trek more fulfilling. Amid the trek, the hot springs at Tatopani will be a fulfilling and satisfying experience. This trekking circuit is an easier part of Annapurna circuit and is thus ideal for the individuals looking forward to visit Annapurna Circuit in minimum time span.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu: sightseeing and trek preparation
Day 03: Fly to Pokhara (823m/2,700ft) and trek to Tikhendhunga (1,552m/5,090ft): 30 minutes flight, 4-5 hours trek
Day 04: Day 04: Tikhedhunda to Ghorepani (2,750m/9,020ft): 6-7 hours
Day 05: Ghorepani to Tatopani (1,190m/3,904ft): 5-6 hours
Day 06: Tatopani to Ghasa (2,110m/6,922ft): 5-6 hours
Day 07: Ghasa to Marpha (2,680m/8,792ft): 4-5hours
Day 08: Marpha to Kagbeni (2,810/9,218ft): 4-5 hours
Day 09: Kagbeni to Muktinath (3,710m/12,170ft): 5-6 hours
Day 10: Muktinath to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft): 5-6 hours
Day 11: Fly back to Pokhara: 15 minutes flight
Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 13: Final departure
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (Altitude 1300m)
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, one of our delegates will pick you up and escort you to your designated hotel. In the hotel, you will be briefed about the further plans of the trek.
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
After breakfast, we will be visiting UNESCO recorded world heritage sites such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath(monkey temple), and Pashupatinath in Kathmandu Valley the entire day. Stay overnight in Hotel.
Day 03: Kathmadu – Fly to Pokhara 900 m – trek to Tikhedhunga
After breakfast, we will drive you to Pokhara which is 200km from Kathmandu. En-route, we can appreciate the excellent grand perspectives of terraced fields, eye catching scenes, Trisuli and Marsyangdi Rivers and tremendous perspectives of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Lamjung Himal and the vast majority of Annapurna Himalayan Range. After that, we will drive you to Naya Pul and start the trek. We will walk around the northern side of Bhurungdi Khola. The trail goes through the sub tropical valley timberlands. We will cross the Modi Khola River via a suspension bridge to the town of Tikhendhunga.
Day 04: Tikhedhunga – trek to Ghorepani 2810 m
Today, we will begin our trek after having breakfast at the tea-house. The beginning of the trek is a lofty upward stroll for around 2 Hrs and after that a progressive upward walk. The stroll on the stone cleared strides is a challenging experience early in the morning. The entire trail drives you through towns and woods to Ghorepani where your endeavors will be compensated with wonderful close up perspectives of the Himalayas.
Day 05 : Ghorepani – Trek to Poon Hill 3210 m – Tadapani 2700 m
An early-morning hike up to Poon Hill/3210m for amazing brilliant sunrise and panoramic view of high Himalaya, It takes about 45 minutes and 400 meter walk up to the view point. After enjoying sun rise and Mountain View come back to hotel. We will then trek to Tadapani and stay overnight there.
Day 06: Tadapani to Ghasa (2,110m/6,922ft): 5-6 hours
The trail follows the Kali Gandaki River. Continuing along to Dana, Rupse Chahara and Kopchepani, the trail further takes us to the Thakali village Ghasa. Ghasa is a paradise for the bird watchers.Overnight in Ghasa.
Day 07: Ghasa to Marpha (2,680m/8,792ft): 4-5hours
A move through backwoods takes you to Lete Khola then to Lete. It additionally proceeds toward the east side of the Kaligandaki, Larjung Village. From Larjung, we will cross trail by means of Tukche at 2590m until we get to Marpha Village.
Day 08: Marpha to Kagbeni (2,810/9,218ft): 4-5 hours
The trail proceeds with the valley side, rising continuously before traverse a low edge to Jomsom Village. We will cross the Panga Khola and reach Ekle Bhatti. From Jomsom it is extremely blustery toward the evening and the trek proceeds on the progressive way on the Kali Gandaki. After a decent stop here and an hour of simple walk takes us to Kagbeni.
Day 09: Kagbeni to Muktinath (3,710m/12,170ft): 5-6 hours
Our journey starts with the walk around riverbank of Kali Gandaki up stream. In the midst of the walk we will be able to explore lovely sites and as we stroll further, the way climbs steeply to re-join the quick trail provoking to Khingar at 3200m. A further climb takes us to Muktinath.
Day 10: Muktinath to Jomsom (2,715m/8,910ft): 5-6 hours
Muktinath is a blessed place of journey for Nepalese of both Buddhist and Hindu religion as these two religions are complicatedly woven together in Nepal. We visit the sanctuary in the morning and visit its neighborhood. From Muktinath, we will head towards Jomsom. Remain overnight at Jomsom.
Day 11: Fly back to Pokhara: 15 minutes flight
We take an early morning flight to Pokhara from Jomsom. Amid the flight, you can encounter amazing perspectives of Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges. The entire day at Pokhara is free for some shopping and relaxation.
Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
After breakfast, you will be either driven to the Pokhara airport to take a flight to Kathmandu or will be driven to Kathmandu via tourist vehicle. The entire day in the capital is free for some shopping and relaxation.
Day 13: Departure
After checking out of the hotel, our representative will take you to the international airport for your flight home. If you want to continue your stay in Nepal for short tours i.e. National parks, rafting, mountain biking, hiking, etc., please do let us know. We will be proudly serving your needs.
Price Policy
COST INCLUDES
- Airport pick up and drop off by private tourist vehicle
- All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Highest available standard lodges and guesthouses accommodation during the trek
- English-speaking tour guide and trekking guide
- The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.)
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff
- Entry fees for all monuments, parks, temples and monasteries mentioned in the itinerary
- All surface transfer required in sightseeing tour
- National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking
- Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show on the second last day
- All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges
COST EXCLUDES
- Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa;
- Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks
- Personal trekking Equipment (You can hire sleeping bag and down jacket from us at USD 25 per item for the duration of the trek.)
- Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected.)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on ‘Price Includes’ section