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Jomsom Muktinath Trek


Description

The Jomsom Muktinath trek is one of the most popular pilgrimage trekking tours in the Annapurna region. This trek follows the ancient trading route from India to Tibet, up the Kali Gandaki valley, starting from the road near Pokhara and finishing at the pilgrimage site of Muktinath. The Jomsom Muktinath trek is suitable for those who prefer low elevation trekking in Nepal and for Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage travelers. Muktinath temple is the highest altitude point of the Jomsom Muktinath trek, from where you will see panoramic Himalayan views including the Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche peak  and the Annapurna Himalaya range. The Muktinath temple itself is a holy place where you will observe the activities of many devout Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims including ascetics or 'Sadhus', who have walked from far places like India to reach this point.

Grade

The Jomsom Muktinath trek is an easy level trek and very accessible for people with normal fysical health.

Highlights
  • A visit to holy pilgrimage place Muktinath
  • Spectacular view on the mountain range during sunrise on Poon Hill
  • Crossing villages with Buddhist society


Jomsom Muktinath Trek - 12 days

 

 

Day 1: Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara by land (this will take 6 to 7 hours) or flight (this will take 30 minutes). Today we prepare for the trekking.

 

Day 2: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1070 m) by bus. This drive will take 1 to 2 hours. Then trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga (1540 m). This walk will take 3 to 4 hours. Overnight stay in Tikhedunga.


Day 3: Trek from Tikhedhunga (1540 m) to Ghorepani (2750 m). This walk will take 5 to 6 hours. Overnight stay in Ghorepani.

Day 4: Early morning excursion to Poon Hill (3193 m) for a very special sunset-view on the mountains.
After breakfast trek to Tadapani (2590 m). This walk will take 6 to 7 hours. Overnight stay in Tadapani.


Day 5: Trek from Tatopani (1190 m) to Ghasa (2010 m). Overnight stay in Ghasa.

Day 6: Trek from Ghasa (2010 m) to Tukuche (2590 m). Overnight stay in Tukuche.

Day 7: Trek from Tukuche (2590 m) to Jomsom (2710 m). Overnight stay in Jomsom.

Day 8: Trek from Jomsom (2710 m) to Kagbeni (2800m). Overnight stay in Kagbeni.

Day 9: Trek from Kagbeni (2800 m) to Muktinath (3800 m). Overnight stay in Muktinath.

Day 10: Trek from Muktinath (3800 m) to Jomsom (2710 m). Overnight stay in Jomsom.

Day 11: Travel from Jomsom (2710 m) to Pokhara by drive or flight.

Day 12: Travel back from Pokhara to Kathmandu by drive or flight.

 

 

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Facts of Jomsom Muktinath Trek
Tour grade: Easy
Highest Access Muktinath (3800m)
Best Season: Oct-Nov, Mar-April
Type of trekking: Camping/Teahouse both
Himalayan sights: Excellent views of Dhaulagiri , Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre- Sun rise at Poon hill.
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