Jomsom to Muktinath Deluxe Trek

Jomsom to Muktinath Deluxe Trek

Overview And Highlights

Trip Facts

Trip Type

Tea house / Lodge

Grade

Moderate

Altitude

3,800 m

Transportation

Tourist Bus or Private Vehicle and Jomsom-Pokhara by flight

Group Size

1+

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

One of the most significant features of Jomsom Muktinath Deluxe trek is that it can be done throughout the year as it falls under the rain shadow area. The Jomsom - Muktinath Deluxe trek remains below 4000 meters but leads to a remarkable journey where you can explore the Buddhist and Hindu culture, witness spectacular mountain views, enjoy bath at natural hot spring, 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. 

Jomsom - Muktinath deluxe tour is an easy, comfortable trek with choices of meals and quality accommodation are ensured. This trip is highly recommendable to those who are willing to experience hiking/trekking in the Himalaya without compromising in quality standards. 

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Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
914

After early morning breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and taken to the tourist bus station. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. The drive will take most of our morning time, leaving much of the afternoon to get a warm glimpse of Pokhara Valley and its beauty. If you choose to fly, you can reach Pokhara in 25 minutes. There are several flights from morning to afternoon available from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Pokhara is the tourist's paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and many other mountain peaks. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1180

You will drive through picturesque road. Tatopani (1180m.) is famous for natural hot spring bath. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2080

Trek from Tatopani (1180m.) to Ghasa (2080m.) 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.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2560

Trek from Ghasa (2080m.) to Kalopani (2560m.) 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 can have access to superb views of the Nilgiri peaks to the east. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2590

Trek from Kalopani (2560m.) to Tukuche (2590m.) takes about four and half hours. This day you start the 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.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2713

Trek from Tukuche (2590m.) to Jomsom (2713m.) which takes about three and half hours. You trek through almost flat level. On the way, you get to see the multi hued orchards of apple, peaches and walnut. You come across many Thakali villages such as Syang, Marpha and so on. Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2810

Trek from Jomsom (2713m.) to Kagbeni (2810m.) takes about three hours. You begin your trek to Kagbeni following along the bank of Kali Gandaki river. En route, you pass through arid part of Kali Gandaki River. Stay overnight tat lodge.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3800

Trek from Kagbeni (2810m.) to Muktinath which takes about four hours. The trail steeply ascends for couple of hundred meters. You can enjoy stunning deserted landscape, caves, old Tibetan villages, appleorchards, yaks and sheep herds and so on. You can look at Thorong La valley straight up to the Muktinath. Now you head towards Muktinath following steep ascent path for half an hour. You stay overnight at Muktinath village.

Food
Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2713

Trek from Muktinath (3800m.) to Jomsom (2716m.) takes about four and half hours. You now begin the trek descent 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 path steeply down to Kagbeni, a primitive village famous for Tibetan architectures. Now your trail passes through the bank of Kali Gandaki passing through the Eklebhatti. Jomsom is the headquarters of Mustang and it is split into two towns and between these two towns passes through Kali Gandaki River. There is access of internet and banking facilities. From Jomsom, you can enjoy the magnificent views of Nilgiri and Tilicho peak. Here you stay overnight at hotel.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
914

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. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara

Food
Breakfast
Elevation
1400

After breakfast early morning, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. En route, you will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu, it takes about 25 minutes. There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara from morning to afternoon.

What Is Included ?

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
  • 2 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara
  • Trekking guide
  • One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Accommodation in tea houses (lodges) during the trek
  • Trekking equipment: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
  • Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area (ACAP)
  • Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
  • All land transportation: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by deluxe A/C tourist bus, Pokhara to Tatopani by private vehicle
  • Flight ticket from Jomsom to Pokhara
  • Insurance and equipment for all guides and porters
  • First aid kit
  • Tax, VAT and our service charge
  • Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
  • Souvenir

What Is Excluded?

  • Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for involved staffs
  • Lunch and dinner in Pokhara
  • Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

Jomsom to Muktinath Deluxe Trek Altitude Profile

Route Map

Route map

Additional Information

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor.  Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking. 

General Items:

Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items:

Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff   

Sun-worn Items:

Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets:

Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),  

Liquid/Snacks:

Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials:

First Aid Kit 

Optional:

Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc 

Additional items for camping trek:

Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price. 

Client Reviews

Ian Roger Trythall

Canada

This particular trek was ideal for its challenge

I had traveled with Nepal for six times in Khumbu & Annapurna Region. This particular trek was ideal for its challenge and the mountains, rivers and streams.
 


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