Jomsom and Muktinath Trek

The Jomsom and Muktinath trek is a part of the Annapurna circuit and perhaps the single most popular trek in Nepal. The diverse landscapes and cultures found along this trekking route give the perfect insight into the rural life of Nepalese people. The main feature of this trek is walking through the gorge carved by the Kali Gandaki River, which, carries water from the Tibetan plateau to eventually join the Ganges in India.

The starting and ending point is Nayapul about one hour drive from Pokhara. Normally trekkers continue on above Jomsom to Mukitnath, the famous pilgrimage site for both Hindu and Buddhist. To the Hindu, Muktinath is a sacred as the place of salvation. They believe that to wash in the water here guarantees salvation after death. To the Buddhist it is the place that the great sage Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) meditated at, and to all, it is the source of fossilized ammonites, known locally as shaligrams that are found all along the upper reaches of the Kali Gandaki River valley. This trek is recommended year round as most of this trek is always in the rain shadow. Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara including airport departure tax at Jomsom airport.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 01- Arrive at Kathmandu airport. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 02- Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 03- Kathmandu to Pokhara 7 hours by tourist vehicle. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 04- Drive to Nayapul (1010meters) and trek to Tikhedunga (1570meters) 3 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 05- Trek to Ghorepani (2840meters) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 06- Hike up to Poon Hill (3210meters) and trek to Tatopani (1190meters). Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 07- Trek to Ghasa (2010 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 08- Trek to Tukche (2586m.) 5.30 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 09- Trek to Kagbeni(2810m.) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 10- Trek to Muktinath (3802meters) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 11- Trek back to Jomsom (2713meters) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 12- Thirty minutes morning flight to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13- Drive back to Kathmandu (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.

Day 14- Transfer to international airport for your final departure.

The above information is a guide and a standard template of what we provide. The Jomsom Muktinath trek can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.

NOTE: On adventure trips of this type, weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.

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Accommodation Details

-Standard twin sharing accommodation in four/five star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included (3 nights)

-Standard twin sharing accommodation in two/three star hotel in Pokhara breakfast included (3 nights)

Along the trekking routes teahouses/Lodges generally provide basic clean facilities with a mattress and a quilt or blanket. We can also offer you Ace the Himalaya sleeping bags if needed (which need to return after the trip) but it is good idea to always have your own sleeping equipment. We usually provide single and double rooms as well as the occasional dormitory. The dining room is downstairs around a fire. All food will be cooked to order in the little kitchen. You should not enter the kitchen unless asked to do so.