Jomsom muktinath trek starts with a one and half hour drive from pokhara to Nayapul after start to our trekking via Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani. And next day morning we go up to Poon Hill, which is very famous for panoramic view of annapurna Himalayas range including sunrise after that we descend to tatopani, which is natural hot spring. Subsequently to the Kali Gandaki gorge (Kali Gandaki Gorge is deepest gorge valley in the world) passing through many fascinating Thakali villages called Marphas, along the way and then to the headquarter of the district called Jomsom. we head to the north to Kagbeni along the river side way of Kali Gandaki an ancient fortress settlement on the boarder of Upper Mustang trekking. Then, we have a hike on the following day through to the Muktinath temple. The terrain at Muktinath gives way to the Tibetan plateau providing some of the fascinating rock formations on route, and step up an hour and reach Jharkot village from Kagbeni then we heading on to Muktinath and explore a day around Muktinath temple and descend to the Jomsom and next morning we flight to Pokhara.
Itinerary
Day 01: Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by our Airport Representative, and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. B.B.Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara - 4-5 hours drive by Private Car / van. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: One hour drive to Nayapul by private Car / Van, we then begin trek to Tikhedhunga
We begin our trek at Nayapul, driving to the road head. After 15- minutes short walk along the bank of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1065m) a large village that has many shops & teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village. The trail follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola.
From there, the trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille we reach Tikhedhunga at 1525m. This trek offers a short & relatively easy day, during journey & allows us to become used to the experience of trekking in Nepal.
O/N at Guest House..
Day 04 :Trek to Ghorepani
Leaving Tikhedunga, we begin our journey with steep climb to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large Magar village at 2070m. Then the trail continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak & rhododendron towards Banthanti at 2250m. Then we make our trek towards Nangethanti at 2460m. After an hour walk brings you to Ghorepani at 2775m.
O/N at Guest House.
Day 05 : Ghorepani to Tatopani
This day early in the morning at 5 o'clock, we begin the trek for hiking to Poon Hill. It takes an hour to climb from here to Poon Hill, offering you one of the best Himalayan viewpoints in Nepal from where spectacular Himalayan ranges with amazing sunrise view can be seen very closely, return to Ghorepani, take breakfast, continue our journey to Tatopani through wide and hilly cultivated land and local settlements. Natural Hot spring in Tatopani by the Kaligandaki river bank beside your lodge.
O/N at Guest House.
Day 06 :Tatopani to Kalopani
Today, the trail continues up the Kali Gandaki gorge. This is considered to be the deepest in the world which is situated as it is between the two 8000m peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. From there, trail rises gently up to Dana at 1400m, & on to Rpshe water fall which is situated in the deepest valley in the world. The trail continues to ascend shortly before arriving at Kalopani at an elevation of 2560m, where we obtain superb views of the Nilgiri peaks to the east.
O/N at Guest House. B.L.D.
Day 07 :Marpha
This day we start trail continues on a short distance to the interesting village of Khobang with its narrow alleyways, a Thakali settlements which is valid only in this part of this valley in Nepal
After Tukuche, the trail continues along the Kali Gandaki. As we pass through the gorge, the terrain becomes much more barren & the breeze increases. We continue towards Marpha at 2665m passing a Tibetan refuge settlement & then a horticulture research station. Marpha is a large Thakali village with many excellent teahouses, however it still retains the typical architectural features of narrow alleyways, flat roofs, & whitewashed buildings. There we will visit a superb Nyingmapa Buddhist Gompa.
O/N at Guest House. B.L.D.
Day 08 : Marpha to Kagbeni
From Marpha, we climb along the side of the valley to Jomsom at 2713m. 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.
O/N at Guest House.
Day 09 : Kagbeni to Muktinath
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.
O/N at Guest House.
Day 10 : Trek back to Jomsom via Luprak which is located beside the main trail, a beautiful village in a small valley, visit of a cave monastery belongs to Bon Bhuddism. O/N at Guest House.
Day 11 : Fly back to Pokhara (about 20 minutes short, but scenic flight). Visit of Seti river George, David fall, boating on fewa lake. O/N at hotel.
Day 12 : Drive back to Kathmandu by car / van or Flight. O/N at hotel. B.B.
Day 13 : Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, the world heritage sites: (Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhu, and Kathmandu durbar square). Group farewell dinner with cultural programs. O/N at hotel. B.B.
Day 14 : Transfer to Airport for your onward Journey. Program end.
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