Jomsom Muktinath Trek

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01: Flight to Jomsom (2720m), and trek to Kagbeni (2800m)

  After breakfast at the hotel, you will fly to Jomsom in the morning. It’s a scenic flight with a view of tremendous scenery of the high Himalayas such as Mt. Dhaulagiri, a series of Annapurna (Annapurna I, II, III, and IV), Nilgiri, Sacred Mountain Fishtail, and many other snow-capped peaks. Trekking starts from Jomsom through the Kaligandaki River Valley. It’s about 3 hour’s walk to Kagbeni. Kagbeni is a very old and beautiful town and also a gateway to Upper Mustang. Overnight in Kagbeni.

•  Day 02: Kagbeni to Muktinath (3760m)

  Today we are ascending to Muktinath. You will encounter many trekkers who are coming from another region by crossing Thorong La Pass. Muktinath is a holy temple, so this place is pretty friendly even for Nepali pilgrims. It is believed that once they take a bath from 108 holy taps and then god will make them free from negativity if they have done it unknowingly. Overnight in Muktinath.

• Day 03: Muktinath to Marpha (2670m)

  Today we will trek back to Jomsom and then continue to walk to Marpha. We will walk through the Kaligandaki Valley. The trail is windy with full of sand. So starting our walk early morning will be smart. Marpha is a beautiful town with Thakali ethnic. This place is very famous for apple and apple brandy locally produced. Overnight in Marpha.

• Day 04: Marpha to Kalopani (2530m)

  Today we will follow the Kaligandaki River. We will pass beautiful villages like Tukuche, Kobang, Larjung, and Kokhethanti, inhabitant by Thakali and Thakuri ethnic. We will realize the world’s deepest gorge Kaligandaki between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. An appalling view of Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Nilgiri on the left, and Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak on the right side makes our walking so joyful. Overnight in Kalopani.

• Day 05: Kalopani to Tatopani (1190m)

  Today we will walk mostly downhill. We will pass many local villages and pine forests, we will possibly see several monkeys playing in the forest. After walking for about 6 hours, we will reach Tatopani. Tatopani in the Nepali language is “Hot Spring”. We can go there to take a bath or just to see the hot spring pool. Many Nepalese people from across Nepal go to this place to have a bath. It is said that if they take a bath here, all kinds of skin diseases will be cured. Overnight in Tatopani.

• Day 06: Drive back to Pokhara via Beni (830m)

  After breakfast, we will take a public transportation bus or jeep to Beni and then to Pokhara. The road from Tatopani to Beni is off-road makes us tired. But the road from Beni to Pokhara is a highway. Pokhara is the second largest city in Nepal. We can look around Lake Side. We can go to Tal Barahi temple which is in the middle of Fewa Lake by boat in the evening. Overnight in a hotel.

• Travel Info

  Accommodation

  Accommodations in the Jomsom Muktinath Trek are mostly guesthouses. The guesthouses are comfortable with basic facilities. The extra charge must be paid for the use of facilities like hot water buckets, laundry, charging, internet, and electricity in the guesthouses.

  Meals

  Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are provided during the trekking from the guesthouses. The meals are basic and suitable for the health of the trekkers. The main dish is Nepali Dal Bhat which provides enough energy throughout the trek. The variety of meals is hard to find but meals prepared from home-grown crops are a treat during this trek.

  Drinking water

  Drinking water is easily available at the guesthouses. You can buy a mineral water bottle but you should do proper disposal of plastic bottles. You can also fill boiled water at guesthouses paying extra charges. Always carry a water bottle and water purification kits to prevent from unwanted health issues.

  Communication

  The internet facility is easily available in the vicinity of the Annapurna region. The internet connectivity and phone signals are fairly stable in the Jomsom-Muktinath regions. By paying extra charges at guesthouses, internet facility, electricity for charging can be used. Using a local sim card, an internet facility can also be used.

  Starting and Ending points  

  The starting point of the Jomsom Muktinath Trek is from Jomsom and ends in Pokhara.

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  Required Permits

  Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permits are required.

  a. ACAP permit cost charge:

  NPR 3000 (Foreigners), NPR 1000 (SAARC)

  b. TIMS permit cost charge:

  NPR 2000 (Foreigners), NPR 600 (SAARC)

   

  Travel Insurance

  Travel Insurance is very helpful and a safety net for travelers/trekkers. Travel Insurance must cover all medical emergencies, flight cancelations, emergency evacuations, loss of luggage, and altitudes over 3000 m.

  Safety and our guides

  We assure you 100% when it comes to safety. Our client’s safety is our main concern. Our guides are certified and well-trained with years of expertise in this field. They are technically competent and have excelled in safety performance. They always carry essential safety equipment, gear, and first-aid kits. For the safety of our trekkers, the itinerary is properly scheduled and acclimatization rest days are properly set up to adjust to the high altitude and prevent altitude sickness. If any queries concerning safety, feel free to share them with our guides. We are always there for your services.

  Best time for Jomsom Muktinath Trek

  Spring and Autumn seasons are the best time for Jomsom Muktinath Trek. The weather is clear and sunny during these seasons. The trail is also comfortable to walk. There is a high chance of flight cancelations during the Rainy and Winter seasons. Besides this, the weather is cold and the trails are muddy, icy, and slippery. We recommend you plan carefully if you want to trek during the off-season.

  Jomsom Muktinath Trek Difficulty

  Jomsom Muktinath Trek’s difficulty is moderately difficult. The trek includes a trail having many steep ascends, descends, and rough trails. The trekker with average physical fitness and good health condition can complete the trek. Proper preparation and guidance before starting the trek are fruitful. So, we recommend you participate in exercises, day hikes, and physical training months before starting the trek. Also, take necessary health tests before trekking to high altitudes. You can completely trust our assistance and guidelines throughout the trekking journey.

  Acclimatization and Altitude Sickness

  Acclimatization rest is necessary during trekking. The trek starts from Jomsom (2,720m) and the highest altitude is Muktinath (3,760m) during the trek. So, in between the treks, upon reaching your daily destinations acclimatize properly. Walk to the surroundings to adapt to the environment and prevent altitude sickness.

  Symptoms of Altitude Sickness

  Primary: Headache, nausea, gasping, appetite & sleep loss, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting

  Extreme: primary symptoms and hallucinations & unconsciousness

  Preventive Guidelines

  • Immediately inform the guide
  • Warm-up, and body stretch before the trekking journey
  • Drink water and Hydrate yourself at regular intervals
  • Frequent urination throughout the journey
  • Ascend slowly and gradually
  • Take plenty of rest and sleep
  • Avoid salty foods, alcohol, and smoking
  • Descend immediately when it’s difficult/uneasy
  • Take medicine consulting a guide