| 1 People (per pax) | 2-7 People (per pax) | 8+ People (per pax) |
|---|---|---|
| $1262 | $1190 | $ 1142 |
| Pay $253 Now & $1010 on arrival | Pay $238 Now & $952 On arrival | Pay $228 Now & $913 on arrival |
Jomsom Muktinath Trek or simply the Jomsom Trek, in the lower Mustang region of Nepal is one of those treks in Nepal that greets trekkers with variety in terms of landscape, vegetation, and the culture and lifestyle of people in Nepal.
Starting Nayapul, the trek to Jomsom, Muktinath offers the opportunity to walk on the Tibetan plateau conquering the altitude of almost 3,800m passing through well-cultivated terraced fields, indigenous villages, rhododendron forest, world’s deepest gorge (at Dana) of Kali Gandaki River in between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri (rising above 8000m), Apple orchards and finally, treeless, dry and arid land of the lower Mustang region.
Poon Hill - the best viewpoint of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range in the entire Annapurna region, Kaagbeni – a gateway to the forbidden Kingdom of Mustang filled with prayer wheels, Chortens and Buddhist monastery, Muktinath – a god of salvation for Hindus and a place of nirvana for Buddhist featuring 108 holy water spouts, Vishnu and Jwala Mai temple – featuring gas fires, Marme Lakhang and Gonde Gompa (centuries-old monastery), settlements like Ghasa, Marpha, Jomsom and fossils in the bank of Kali Gandaki River are some of the major highlights of Jomsom Muktinath trekking. It’s an opportunity to enjoy the panoramic view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Nilgiri, while getting acquainted with the lifestyle and the hospitality of Gurung, Thakali, and Sherpa people. Relax your tired muscles in a natural hot spring at Tatopani!
Moreover, a standard 13 Day Jomsom Muktinath trek itinerary designed by Amigo Treks and Expedition allows you to enjoy all of these highlights while making you walk through a part of 20 day Annapurna Circuit Trek. Any person with a moderate fitness level can opt for this trek; however, on request the days, cost, and requirements can be customized. Upper Mustang Trek (16days), Annapurna Base Camp Trek (16 days), and Ghorepani, Poonhill Trek (10 days) are some of the best packages offered by Amigo Treks and Expedition in the Annapurna region of Nepal. All the packages include a full board meal during the trek along with a 100% departure date, a complementary map, and the best group discount offers.
As Jomsom, Muktinath lies in the rain-shadow area, the trek can be planned at any time of the year. However, planning this trek between March-May and September-December is considered more fulfilling. Starting with 7 hours scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and then 2 more hours drive to Nayapul, the journey ends with a flight, first from Jomsom to Pokhara and then from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Day 01: Arrival day (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft)
Day 04: Drive to Nayapul & trek to Tikhadhunga (1,540m/5,052ft)
Day 05: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (3,194m/10,479ft)
Day 06: Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tatopani (1,190m/3,904ft)
Day 07: Trek to Ghasa (2,010m/6,594ft)
Day 08: Trek to Marpha (3,500m/11,482ft)
Day 09: Trek to Kegbeni (2,800m/9,186ft)
Day 10: Trek to Muktinath (3,760m/12,335ft)
Day 11: Trek to Jomsom (2,750m/9,002ft)
Day 12: Fly to Pokhara and fly to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 13: Departure Day
Trip Includes
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Trip Excludes
Day 1: Arrival day (1,300m/4,264 ft) Welcome to Kathmandu – the capital city of Nepal. Today is your first day with Amigo Treks & Expedition. Therefore, we send one of our company representatives to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), who will further escort you to a tourist standard hotel. If possible, we also schedule a meeting at our office for the briefing regarding the trek followed by an introduction session with other team members (especially Sherpas and guides). Today, we also arrange a welcome dinner in one of the most popular local restaurants, where you can also enjoy the ethnic dance and cultural music along with great Nepali food. If your flight arrives late, both the meeting and the dinner can be scheduled for the following day. Meals included: Dinner (Highlights of the day: Nepali food, Cultural music, and Ethnic dance.)
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft) The capital, Kathmandu valley itself, is a big storehouse of exclusive natural, cultural and historical sites. Therefore, today, we take you on few-hour tours to the major attractions of Kathmandu valley. After spending a few hours observing these wonderful sites, we again meet for a few hours to finalize your clothing and trekking gear (down jacket, trekking boots, sleeping bags, etc.) required during the trek. The night will be spent at a hotel in Kathmandu. Meals included: Breakfast (Highlights of the day: World Heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square (a historical structure offering architectural wonders), the Pashupatinath temple (a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva- lord possessing the power of destruction), Swyambhunath and Boudhanath – (a Buddhist shrine dedicated to Lord Buddha- Light of Asia). Optional site: Another World Heritage site ‘Patan Durbar Square’ along with other historical masterpieces like Mahabouddha Temple, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple, and Kumbeshwor Temple.)
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft) Today, in the morning our guides will come to pick you up at your hotel and escort you to the bus station to catch an early morning, comfortable tourist bus to Pokhara. The bus will head towards the west of Kathmandu Valley and continue the journey towards the western part of Nepal following the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli river. The bus will stop twice – one for breakfast and one for lunch and then continue until we reach Pokhara. The evening can be utilized to explore the lake area. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Pokhara. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Comfortable tourist bus, the windy highway along the Trisuli River, breathtaking view of waterfalls, rivers, jungles, hamlets higher up on the hills, terraced fields with the seasonal crop, different vegetations, curious faces of people running motels, restaurants and lodges, Lake area in Pokhara.)
Day 4: Drive to Nayapul & trek to Tikhadhunga (1,540m/5,052ft) Today is the first day of the trek and our destination is Tikhedhunga. First, we drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. On reaching Nayapul, after two hours drive, the luggage is prepared for the porters. After a short pre-trek preparation, we start to walk towards Birethanti following the south bank of the Modi River. In Birethanti, our leader will take care of all the check-in formalities at the ACAP office, and then we follow the trail that leads us toward Bhurungdi Khola. Passing Lamdawali, Sudame, Hile, and a few waterfalls we finally reach Tikhedhunga. The night will be spent at a lodge in Tikhedhunga. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: view of Machhapuhhre and Annapurna, Modi River, waterfalls, countryside villages)
Day 5: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (3,194m/10,479ft) Today is the second day of the trek and our destination is Ghorepani. We first climb up to Ulleri, following stone-paved steps. After climbing more than 3000 steps we reach Ulleri. A gentle ascent from here through the Rhododendron and Oak forest, passing Banthanti and Nangge Thanti will then take us to Ghorepani - a gateway to Poon Hill, which is the best sunrise viewpoint in the Annapurna region. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghorepani. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Thousands of stone steps, Ulleri – a large Magar village which offers a magnificent view of Annapurna South and Himchuli, rhododendron and Oak forest of the conservation area, spectacular view of Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri from Ghorepani, health posts, schools, police check post, Stupas, temple and internet cafes at Ghorepani along with chilly weather.)
Day 6: Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tatopani (1,190m/3,904ft) Today is the third day of the trek and our destination is Tatopani. Today we wake up early and hike up to Poon Hill (3,193m) to catch the first ray of the sun striking the mountains of the Annapurna region. We enjoy the view of the sunrise, spend some time taking snaps, and then get back to the lodge at Ghorepani. We have our breakfast and then proceed crossing Deurali pass, towards Tatopani. A vertical descent will first take us to a beautiful Magar village, Shikha. From Shikha, the trail will further take us down to the Ghar Khola Village, passing a few small settlements like Kutuka, Ghara, and Hellekharka. At the Ghar Khola Village, we cross a suspension bridge over the Kali Gandaki River to reach the destination of the day, Tatopani. Tatopani (hot water in Nepali), gets its name due to the presence of a natural hot water spring in this place. You can relax your muscles in this hot spring after a long walk from Ghorepani to Tatopani. The night will be spent at a lodge in Tatopani. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Magnificent view of the sunrise, close up view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range with 20 other highest peaks of the world from Poon Hill, distant view of the Mustang, and Pokhara from Ghorepani, Deurali Pass, steep downhill walk accompanied by temples, waterfalls, lodges and small settlements like Kutuka, Ghara and Hillekharka, Shikha – a beautiful Magar village, and a natural hot spring at Tatopani.)
Day 7: Trek to Ghasa (2,010m/6,594ft) Today is the fourth day of the trek and our destination is Ghasa. From Tatopani, following the trail along the Kali Gandaki River we head towards Dana (1,440m), crossing small settlements like Jalthale, Guithe, Suke Bagar, Banskot, and Duwari Khola Gaon. Dana is the deepest gorge in the world that lies between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain. Dana is a gorge in between Annapurna Dhaulagiri mountain. Following Dana's same trail, we walk further and cross Rukse Chhahara (waterfall). On crossing a suspension bridge, we ascend towards Ghasa passing settlements like Kabre and Kopchepani Pairothapla. We cross a suspension bridge over the Kali Gandaki river before reaching Ghasa. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghasa. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner (Highlights of the day: Tatopani Small Hydro Project at Banskot, Dana – the deepest gorge in the world where you can enjoy the waterfall and few lodges, the Rukse Chhahara – the biggest waterfall en route, small settlements, and Ghasa – a Thakali village boasting the best bird-watching point in the entire Annapurna region, monasteries, temples, and the facilities like a bus station, post office, schools, telephone booth, and lodges.)
Day 8: Trek to Marpha (3,500m/11,482ft) Today is the fifth day of the trek and our destination is Marpha. From Ghasa, the trail ascends towards Kalapani crossing Lete. Following the sandy trail along the Kali Gandaki River, we walk up to Kobang passing Larjung. From Kobang we further ascend to Tukuche, a very popular Thakali Village. A short climb from Thukuche will finally take us to the destination of the day, Marpha. The night will be spent at a lodge in Marpha. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Settlements like Larjung - featuring temples, monasteries, and caves, Kobang – featuring the view point of Dhaulagiri Icefall, Guru Rinpoche cave, Mahalaxmi temple and Makkilakhang Gompa, Tukuche village – featuring Mustang Distillery, Rani, Samba & Tukuche Gompa, and Ekai Kawaguchi Residence Museum and Marpha – featuring beautiful apple orchards, peach farm, solar drying project, and Horticultural Research Station.)
Day 9: Trek to Kegbeni (2,800m/9,186ft) Today is the sixth day of the trek and our destination is Kagbeni. Leaving the beautiful Apple orchard behind, we cross the wooden bridge Pongkyu River and head towards Jomsom. An easy uphill walk will first take us to Syang from where the trail drops down to Jomsom by crossing another wooden bridge. Jomsom is a windy valley, therefore we start early enjoying the view of Tukuche, Dhaulagiri, and Nilgiri; following the bank of Kali Gandaki River from Jomsom we walk up to Ekle Bhatti, and then a steep climb from here will finally take us to the destination of the day, Kagbeni, which is an ancient salt trade route to Tibet. In the evening we visit Red Gompa and walk around the alleys of the town. The night will be spent at a lodge in Kagbeni. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Jomsom village – featuring ACAP office, Army Mountaineering, Shiva and Ganesh temple, Mustang hospital, airport and museum, Kagbeni village situated at the junction of Kak Khola flowing from Muktinath and Mustang Khola, and interesting settlement of people, green oasis, and Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples.)
Day 10: Trek to Muktinath (3,760m/12,335ft) Today is the seventh day of the trek and we reach the destination of the trek, Muktinath. Muktinath is one of the most important destinations for both Hindu and Buddhist Pilgrims. The day begins with a steep climb up to Jharkot (3,550m) passing Khingar, then an easy ascend through a dusty and rough trail will lead us to Muktinath. The day will be spent exploring the Muktikshetra area and the monasteries nearby. The night will be spent at a lodge in Muktinath. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Muktinath- Buddhist (place of nirvana) and Hindu (god of salvation) shrine, 108 water sprouts, and 2 Kunds (Laxmi and Saraswati) on the premises of Muktinath, Vishnu & Jwala Mai Temple, MarmeLakhang and Gonde Gompa, Chortens and colorful prayer flags.)
Day 11: Trek to Jomsom (2,750m/9,002ft) Today is the last day of the trek and we walk from Muktinath to Jomsom. The trail descends towards Ekle Bhatti crossing Ranipauwa, Jharkot, and Lupra. From Ekle Bhatti the trail following the bank of Kalagandai River finally takes us to Jomsom – the capital of Mustang. The night will be spent at a lodge in Jomsom. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Kali Gandaki Valley, one of the most dangerous airfields at Jomsom, village settlements and huge monasteries, magnificent view of Nilgiri, while walking along the bank of Kali Gandaki River if you are lucky, you may also find fossils ‘Shaligrams’.)
Day 12: Fly to Pokhara and fly to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) Today is the last day in the Mustang district and our first destination is Pokhara and our final destination is Kathmandu. Early in the morning, we board a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. After a 25-30 mins thrilling Tran-Himalayan flight between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, we land at Pokhara Airport. From Pokhara Airport, we directly board a flight to Kathmandu. However, if you are looking to explore Pokhara city the flight can also be scheduled in the evening. We catch a flight to Kathmandu and on reaching Kathmandu one of our company representatives will take you to your hotel. You can relax, freshen up, and in the evening farewell dinner is scheduled at one of the finest Nepalese restaurants in Kathmandu. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu. Meals Included: Dinner (Highlights of the day: Thrilling Trans-Himalayan flight between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, different sites in Pokhara, scenic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu, and a wonderful farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurants.)
Day 13: Departure Day This day is the last day of your trip to Nepal with Amigo Treks and Expedition. If your flight is scheduled for early morning, then one of our company representatives will escort you to the airport as per your flight departure time. But, if the flight is scheduled for later in the evening, you can go shopping and collect a few mementos or simply hang around shopping areas in Kathmandu. However, if you are planning to spend some extra days in Nepal, Amigo Treks and Expedition can also make the arrangements for some other top adventurous activities that you can attend while you are in Nepal. Meals included: Breakfast
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