Jomsom Muktinath Trek - 13 Days

Jomsom Muktinath Trek or simply the Jomsom Trek, in the lower Mustang region of Nepal is one of those treks in Nepal that greets trekkers with variety in terms of landscape, vegetation and the culture and lifestyle of people in Nepal. Starting from Nayapul, trek to Jomsom, Muktinath offers opportunity to walk on the Tibetan plateau conquering the altitude of almost 3,800m passing through well-cultivated terraced fields, indigenous villages, rhododendron forest, world’s deepest gorge (at Dana) of Kali Gandaki River in between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri (rising above 8000m), Apple orchards and finally, treeless, dry and arid land of the lower Mustang region.

Poon Hill - the best viewpoint of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range in the entire Annapurna region, Kaagbeni ­– a gateway to the forbidden Kingdom of Mustang filled with prayer wheels, Chortens and Buddhist monastery, Muktinath – a god of salvation for Hindus and a place of nirvana for Buddhist featuring 108 holy water spouts, Vishnu and Jwala Mai temple – featuring gas fires, Marme Lakhang and Gonde Gompa (centuries-old monastery),settlements like Ghasa, Marpha, Jomsom and fossils in the bank of Kali Gandaki River are some of the major highlights of Jomsom Muktinath trekking. It’s an opportunity to enjoy the panoramic view of Annapurna, Dhalagiri and Nilgiri, while getting acquainted with the lifestyle and the hospitality of Gurung, Thakali and Sherpa people. Relax your tired muscles in a natural hot spring at Tatopani!

Moreover, a standard 13 Day Jomsom Muktinath trek itinerary designed by Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition allows you to enjoy all of these highlights while making you walk through a part of 20 days Annapurna Circuit Trek. Any person with a moderate fitness level can opt for this trek; however, on request the days, cost and requirements can definitely be customized. The packages include full board meal during the trek along with 100% departure date, complementary map and the best group discount offers.

As Jomsom, Muktinath lies in the rain-shadow area, the trek can be planned any time of the year. However, planning this trek in between March-May and September-December is considered more fulfilling. Starting with 7 hours scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and then 2 more hours drive to Nayapul, the journey ends with a flight to Pokhara and then drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Trip Highlights

• Scenic countryside drive
• Stunning view of Annapurna massif along with Manaslu and Dhaulagiri
• Amazing view of the sun rising from Poonhill
• Tatopani - Natural Hotsprings
• Andha Galchhi - World's deepest gorge
• Marpha - Beautiful old Thakali settlement
• Apple orchards
• Exploration of Buddhist lifestyles and cultures
• Visit holy Muktinath Temple
• Scenic mountain flight from Jomsom to Pokhara

Additional Information

If the suggested itineraries are not up to the mark, we can even customize your trip as per your need with a special group discount. Kindly contact us at [email protected] for detail information. You can also contact us by calling at +977-9851116042 for 24/7 support. We speak English, Hindi, and Nepali.

Service Included:

• Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
• 2 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at 3 * standard hotel with breakfast
• 2 nights twin sharing accommodation in Pokhara at 3 * standard hotel with breakfast
• One full-day guided city tour by private vehicle
• Welcome dinner and farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance
• Accommodation during trek (lodge/tea house)
• Kathmandu to Pokhara and return by Tourist coach (Deluxe A/C)
• Annapurna (ACAP) Trekking permits and Tims permits
• Jomsom-Pokhara airfare and airport tax
• All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) during the trek
• Gov. licensed and well trained English speaking guide and his entire expenses
• A porter (One porter for every 2 members) and his entire expenses
• Insurance of Guide and Porter
• All required local tax and Gov tax
• Down jackets and sleeping bags
• Official Trekking T-Shirt, Duffel bag (you can use it for Sherpa bag) and Trekking Map (As a souvenir)
• First Aid Service (Basic)

Service not Included:

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu except for welcome and farewell dinner 
• Deserts (cakes, bakes, and pies)s 
• Additional Hot Drinks 
• Boiled/mineral water 
• Electronic device re-charge/Hot shower/Wi-Fi 
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance and evacuation insurance (strongly recommended)
• Tipping to driver and trekking crew
• Anything that are not mentioned in the 'Service Included' section

Accommodations and Meals:

You will be provided a room in a tourist standard hotel, while you are in Kathmandu. During your trekking, you will be provided room in teahouses. Please be informed that you will be sharing the room at teahouses. Please also note that the Annapurna Area is located at far from the maddening crowd, therefore, teahouses may not be as much sophisticated as one finds them in town.

We will provide only breakfast while you are in Kathmandu and three-course meals while you are on trek. This means you will be taking breakfast and dinner at teahouse you stay and lunch in the mid of your trekking. Since the Annapurna Area is geographically a remote place, you will be provided only selected but hygienic and organic local foods such as Nepali dal bhat, Tibetan soup, and bread, porridge etc.

Is this trek appropriate for me?

We ensure Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a moderate trek. So, we confidently announce that it is appropriate for average trekkers, having a passion of loving to nature. It requires inspiration and passion which makes your trek successful. Your positive attitude and strong determination can obligatory to accomplish this trek. For making comfortable walking, adjusting to changing climate, our package manages the facility of acclimatization in needed place as well as 5-6 hours walking per day. If you have already accumulated hiking and jugging experiences that will be beneficial to adjust with the situation; although if you do not have that is not a big problem. However, Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition cordially request to have medical checking before you plan to start any trekking and hiking.

Briefing of the Tour:

You will be briefed about the trek, you will be given information file, and importantly introduced with your guide.

Trekking Crews:

We will provide government registered, well-trained English Speaking guide, who holds enough knowledge about responsible tourism and eco-friendly tourism

We will also provide an assistant guide who is ready to help you with every situation.

We will provide a porter is provided to every two of you, and he will be carrying not more than 25kg.

We get our crews’ life get insured.

Certificate:

After the trek is over, you will be provided with ANTE adventure certificate.

Size of Group:

Trekking Group Size of our group can range from two people to ten people. In case you want to travel alone, do not hesitate to write to us. We will plan accordingly. In case, you more than ten people, please do let us know so that we can develop and improvise plans and itinerary.

Acclimatization:

Trekking to the Mustang is as much difficult as it is technical. We give special priority to its technical sides as well. For this, we have designed an itinerary to allow you get acclimatize naturally. We know the particular location you need to stay for rest, and the particular distance you need to walk slowly and so on. In case you get high altitude sickness, we have crews who know how to deal it effectively and smartly.

How to respond to Altitude Sickness?

• Please do carry a first aid box
• Please consult your physician
• Please do keep on informing our crews if you feel uneasy
• Please do walk in the group so that you can help each other

Travel Insurance:

We would like to recommend you to get your trekking insured. Since you are trekking in probably one of the wildest and challenging routes, you need to be cautious of anything inevitable. You may need helicopter evacuation and get your trip canceled. You may get injured and get your baggage theft and so on.

Permits and fees:

The government local body charges some small amount of fee for every you make to the World heritage sites, Conservation areas, National Parks, and restricted areas along climbing. The price we charge includes all the fees.

Flight Delay in JOMSOM

Twin Otter and Dornier is the primary mode of transport from the airstrip at Jomsom. This service is fairly dependable. Sometimes, flights may be canceled due to mountain weather conditions or other technical problems. In such case, Amazing Nepal will organize the alternative available road transportation to ensure you are on schedule for your international flight.

The expense of the road transport will be managed from the reimbursement received from the flight ticket after the deduction of cancelation charge. So please note that there will be no refund of the flight from Jomsom to Pokhara if the alternative road transportation is consolidated.

If you want to book a trekking package with Amazing Nepal Trek and Expedition and still wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey, here we are more than happy to offer our checklist for your references. Please make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. For some case, if you couldn’t get any of these listed equipment/gears in your hometown or you’re in a rush before you fly to Kathmandu, don’t worry! The listed necessary items mentioned below can be easily purchased here.
Except for your day pack, all luggage will be carried by porters. A porter is available for two people who will carry maximum up to 25 kg. So, you have to be careful while packing your bag or luggage.
 
Moreover, there is an allowance of 15kg per person on domestic flights. Additional personal items are not needed for the trekking portion of the trip which can be kept in the hotel’s storage room without extra cost.

Below is the checklist of equipment that is required for the trek:
 
HEAD

• Buff headwear /neckwear
• Sun hat or scarf
• Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
• Sunglasses
• Head Torch

UPPER BODY

• Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
• Fleece jacket
• Waterproof/windproof jacket
• Down-filled jacket  (Your own Down Jacket is strongly recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary down jacket which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)

LOWER BODY

• Lightweight cotton pants (long)
• Waterproof Pants
• Thermal underwear

FEET

• Thin inner socks
• Thick and warm wool hiking socks
• Comfortable Hiking boots
• Sneakers /slippers

HANDS

• Gore-tex gloves

ACCESSORIES

• Sleeping bag rated to - 20°C (Your own sleeping bag strongly is recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary sleeping bags which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)
• Trekking bags/duffel bag (Amazing Nepal Trek will supply complimentary water and windproof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for items that are left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
• Large plastic bags (For keeping items dry inside trek bag)
• Trekking poles (Optional, Recommended)
• Water bottle or camel bag
• Toiletries
• Towel
• Sewing Kit
• Insect repellent, sunscreen, and lip balm
• The first-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band-Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
• Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
• Wet wipes 
• Reading or writing material