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Overview

Jomsom Muktinath trek, Muktinath temple is one of sacred  shrine for both Hindnus and Buddhist religious. India and Tibet. sits at the top of Kaligandaki valley on the western side of Thorung la pass.The Kaligandaki Valley is known as the deepest gorge of the world which cuts through the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan massif. It is also home to the Thakali people, who are known among the most financially successful ethnic community in Nepal. The ‘daal-bhaat’ meals prepared by Thakali lady in their road-side wonderfully clean” bhatti” ( tea house) is very famous in whole of Nepal.

As in our other treks in the Annapurna Foothills, in the first part of the trek, we pass through the famous Gurung village of Dhampus and Ghandrung to arrive at Ghorepani the overnight town for the Poon Hill view point. A interesting descent from Ghorepani leads to the of Tatopani ( a town famous for its sweet tasting orange ochard and  US$ 1284.00(min 2pax) a hot water spring site by the bank of Kaligandaki river). Trekking up the Kaligandaki Valley from Tatopani, important Thakali villages such as Tukche, Ghasa, Marpha and Jomsom.

From Jomsom, we follow the wind-swept Kaligandaki river valley to Kaagbeni – the gateway to mysterious Mustang and then a short hike leads to the sacred pilgirmage site of Muktinath situated at 3,800m/12,500ft.

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu
Day 2: City tour in Kathamdnu with entry fee

Day 3: Drive Pokhara to Phedi. Trek to Pothana
Day 4: Trek to Gandruk
Day 5: Trek to Bhanthanti
Day 6: Trek to Gorepani pm – Free at Gorepani.
Day 7: Visit Poon Hill view Point. Trek to Tatopani
Day 8: Trek to Ghasa
Day 9: Trek to Tukuche.
Day 10: Trek to Marpha
Day 11: Trek to Kagbeni
Day 12: Trek to Muktinath. pm – Exploration.
Day 13: Trek to Jomsom
Day 14: Fly Jomsom/Pokhara
Day 15: Fly Pokhara/Kathmandu
Day 16: International Departure

 

Cost included:

  • Airport transfer
  • Hotel in Kathmandu with B/B plan
  • Hotel in Pokhara with B/B plan
  • Kathmandu city sightseeing full one day with entry fee
  • Flight Jomsom Pokhara and Pokhara – Kathmandu
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara and Dhampus by private transport
  • All necessary trekking permit
  • Guide and porters
  • Meal and Accommodation during trekking

 

Cost does not included:

 

  • Meal during Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Clients personal insurance
  • Rescue evacuation if needed
  • Drinks and beverages
  • Clients personal expenses
  • Tips etc