Jomsom Muktinath Trekking is situated North of Pokhara, Nepal's spectacular diversity appears at its finest The deep valleys and high mountains encircling the giant Annapurna
Himal embrace a wide range of peoples and terrain, from subtropical jungle to a high, dry landscape resembling the Tibetan Plateau. This is the most popular trekking region, attracting over 75% of all trekkers (more than 30.000 annually). It's also among the tamest areas, with excellent lodges lining the main routes. Finding Nepal beneath the flood of trekkers can be difficult, but the scenery and culture are top-notch, and you can avoid the peak-season crush and still get fine weather and views.
The views of the mountains are spectacular, and the route actually crosses to the other side of the main Himalayan range for some unusual views of the northern flanks.
Duration : 13 Nights - 14 Days
Trekking Routes : Pokhara-Jomsom-Muktinath- Tatopani- Ghorepani- Poon hill- Ghaundrung village
Day 01 Arrive and drive to hotel and Visit our office for basic preparation
Day 02 Kathmandu to Pokhara(910m-2986ft.)
Breakfast. Our Trekking guide will come at the Hotel an early morning at 6:30 am to pick you up and we walk from hotel about 10 minutes to get bus station. Our bus leave at 7 am to Pokhara. We drive to Pokhara by tourist bus, enjoying an afternoon sightseeing on the lakeside and boating at Phewa lake. From Kathmandu to Pokhara, it is about 206km and it takes 5 hours.
Day 03 An early morning fly to Jomsom then trek to Kagbeni 2750m( 3:30 hours)
We climb along the side of the valley to Kagbeni at 2750m. Jomsom is a large, bustling settlement, & it is the administrative centre of the region that contains the airport, army camp, & numerous hotels, shops, banks & government offices. On the way, we cross the river to the eastern bank, we then walk onwards to Eklai Bhatti at 2730m. From here we catch a direct route to Muktinath that ascends the hill behind the village, however we follow the trail along the river to Kagbeni at 2810m which is situated at the junction of the Jhong Khola & the Kali Gandaki, the northernmost village that can be visited without a permit to continue on to Mustang. This village fascinates rich Tibetan cultures & their unique hospitality, influences us much.
Day 04 Kagbeni to Muktinath 3802m( 5 hours)
We make a steep climb up the Jhong Khola valley leaving Kagbeni, we then join the direct trail to Muktinath just below Khingar at 3200m. From here trail continues high above the Jhong Khola to the imposing village of Jharkot at 3500m which is well worth exploring. We, therefore, take a break here for lunch before continuing on to Muktinath. As we leave Jharkot, the trail climbs up to our ultimate destination of Muktinath at 3800m. We initially visit Ranipauwa, there are many teahouses and shops. Our overnight stay will be here. Further 10 minutes walks up the hill, we will be rewarded with the actual religious site of Muktinath & this area is kept free of hotels and camping sites. Muktinath is a pilgrimage center for Buddhists and Hindus. There we can see Tibetan traders as well as sadhus from the far south of India. There is shrines in a grove of trees including a Buddhists gompa & the Vishnu temple of Jwalamai. An old temple nearby shelters a spring and natural gas jets that provide Muktinath's famous eternal flame. It's the earth-water - fire combination that accounts for Muktinath's great religious significance.
Day 05 Muktinath to Marpha via Jomsom (2665m-8743ft)
Our descent continues through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Marpha. Marpha is home to many apple orchids as well as all the various food products made from the fruit. Apple Brandy is a local specialty that you may be lucky enough to taste en route. 6 hours.
Day 06 Marpha to Ghasa 2080 meters (6 hours)
Day 07 Ghasa to Tatopani (1180 meters)
Tatopani means hot spring.There is a natural hot spring beside the Kaligandaki river. So, you may have an experience having a bath in the natural hot spring( 6hours)
Day 08 Tatopani to Shikha( 2020m- 6116ft) (5 hours)
Day 09 Shikha to Ghorepani (2834m-9298ft). (4:30 hours)
Day 10 Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani (2520m-8268ft)
An early start and an hour hiking to Poon Hill (3195m) leads us to a brilliant spectacle, this vantage point provides an unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas. After spending about 45 minutes on the hillside, we come back to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast, and start walking to Tadapani. From Ghorepani the trail climbs along ridges and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali (2960m). We descend to reach Banthanti, before winding our way to Tadapani (2540m).( 6 :30 hours)
Day 11 Tadapani to Ghaundrung (1950m-6398ft)
Our descent brings us to the village of Ghaundrung around noon. We will overnight here so have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna conservation office and museum. As well as take time to explore the village. 3 hours
Day 12 Tadapani to Nyapul and drive to Pokhara. Walking 5 hours and drive for an hour
Day 13 Drive back to from Pokhara to Katmandu by tourist bus. 5:30 hours driving.
Day 14 Departure from Nepal.
