Delux Jomsom to Muktinath
trek (12 days) trek in / fly out
One of the most significant features of this trek is that it can be done throughout the year as it falls under the rain shadow area. The entire route remains below 4000 meters but the trek leads to a remarkable journey where you can explore the Buddhist and Hindu culture, witness spectacular mountain views and the deepest gorge in the world, and visit Muktinath, Nepal’s most famous pilgrimage site with one hundred and eight stone taps and the marvelous temples.
Trip
Hightlights:
Duration:
12
Days
Type of Trek :
Teahouse / Camping
Max Altitude:
3800 m.
Minimum Pax:
1 +
Mode of travel:
Land Transportation , Flight
Grade:
Moderate
Outline Itinerary
Day
1
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) which takes about six hours.
This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to fall in love with the beauty of Pokhara. You can also fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes about 25 minutes. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day
2
Drive from Pokhara to Beni which takes about five and half hours and trek from Beni to Galeshwar takes about one hour. The road up to Baglung is well paved and the vehicle clambers up the muddy tracks towards Beni. A small river at the side of the town, Beni is the last point where one can have the comforts of a four wheel drive. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
3
Trek from Galeshawar to Tatopani which takes about five and half hours. The trail is flat which follows the Kali Gandaki and you come across many small waterfalls. The trail also continues through the Baisari, Bekhola and finally reaches Tatopani. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day 4
Trek from Tatopani (1180m.) to Ghasa takes about four and half hours. After descending through the rhododendron forest, fine vistas open up as you approach Chitre, with the Dhaulagiri Range straight ahead. The path then leads through terraced fields to Sikha, a Magar village clustered on a ridge. You continue to descend, gradually at first and then more steeply to cross the Ghar Khola. After a short climb, you then cross the Kali Gandaki on a large suspension bridge and from here it is only a short distance upstream to Tatopani. When the rock cliffs end, you descend to the river before making the short climb back up to Ghasa. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
5
Trek from Ghasa (2080m.) to Kalopani which takes about two and half hours. The trail continues to ascend and pass through Lete at 2470m, shortly before arriving at Kalopani, where you have access to superb views of the Nilgiri peaks to the east. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
6
Trek from Kalopani (2560m.) to Tukuche takes about four and half hours. This day you start your trek by crossing to the eastern side of the river, but cross back again to continue the trail before entering Larjung at 2560m. The trail continues on a short distance to the interesting village of Khobang with its narrow alleyways. Then you reach the ancient Thakali village of Tukuche situated at 2590m. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
7
Trek from Tukuche (2590m.) to Jomsom which takes about three and half hours. The path is almost flat and along the way you get to see the multi hued orchards of apples, peaches and walnuts. You come across many Thakali villages such as Syang, Marpha and so on. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day 8
Trek from Jomsom (2713m.) to Kagbeni takes about three hours. You begin your trek to Kagbeni following along the bank of Kali Gandaki river. En route, you pass through the arid part of the Kali Gandaki river. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day 09
Trek from Kagbeni (2810m.) to Muktinath which takes about four hours. The trail steeply ascends for a couple of hundred meters. You can enjoy stunning deserted landscape, caves, old Tibetan villages, apple orchards, yaks and sheep herds and so on. From here you can see the Thorong La valley straight up to the Muktinath. You then head towards Muktinath following a steeply ascending path for half an hour. You stay overnight at Muktinath village.
Day 10
Trek from Muktinath (3800m.) to Jomsom takes about four and half hours. You now begin the trek descending down the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge, initially through arid country in the same geographical and climatic zone as Tibet. After passing through Jharkot and Khingar villages with typical Tibetan architecture, you follow the path steeply down to Kagbeni, a primitive village famous for Tibetan architectures. Now your trail passes through the bank of Kali Gandaki passing through Eklebhatti. Jomsom is the headquarters of Mustang and it is split into two towns and between these two towns passes the Kali Gandaki river. There is access to the internet and banking facilities. From Jomsom, you can enjoy the magnificent views of Nilgiri and Tilicho peak. Here you stay overnight at hotel.
Day 11
Fly from Jomsom (2713m.) to Pokhara which takes about 35 minutes. You stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. The flights are available during the morning time. During the flights in the morning, the sky is very clear which enables you to enjoy the splendid views of different mountain peaks.
Day 12
Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu which takes about 25 minutes and overnight at hotel
The price includes
the following services:
A trekking guide
Porter/s (1 porter carries the luggage up to 25 kgs of 2 participants)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
Sleeping bag & down jacket
Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area
Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
All land transportation (by tourist bus for the route from Kathmandu to Pokhara and from Pokhara to Kathmandu)
Rescue assistance
First aid kit
Insurance and equipment for the Nepali staff
2 nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara at lake side on breakfast basis
Airport pick up and drop off service
The price does
not include:
Nature of personal expenses
Drinks, beverages, hot shower, etc.
Tips
Meals and accomodation in Kathmandu
Note: We can arrange the hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per your interest and budget.
One of the most significant features of this trek is that it can be done throughout the year as it falls under the rain shadow area. The entire route remains below 4000 meters but the trek leads to a remarkable journey where you can explore the Buddhist and Hindu culture, witness spectacular mountain views and the deepest gorge in the world, and visit Muktinath, Nepal’s most famous pilgrimage site with one hundred and eight stone taps and the marvelous temples. 
