Jomsom & Muktinath Trekking

The Jomsom & Muktinath Trek is an incredible journey which begins just outside the valley of Pokhara, from Nayapul, one of the main gateways to the Annapurna Region. Walks last from 5-7 hours per day with overnight stays at Ghorepani, Tatopani, Ghasa, Kagbeni, Marpha, Jomsom and Muktinath. Nights are spent in local teahouses where you can mingle with the warmhearted Nepalese villagers. On your way back to Pokhara, you will be boarding an exciting domestic flight from Jomsom airport that offers spectacular views over the Himalayan range.

Starting Point	Nayapul
End Point	Jomsom
Highest Point	3800 m
Lowest Point	1050 m
Duration	11 Days
Difficulty	Moderate
Accommodation	Local Teahouse

Standard Prices (per person)
1 or 2 People	£562
3 to 5 People	£512
6 to 9 People	£484
9 or more People	£464

Itinerary Details What is Included Ask Us a Question Customise Your Trip

Day 1	Take a tourist coach to Pokhara from Kathmandu and explore the town before beginning the trek the following day.
Day 2	The trekking begins from Nayapul (1050 m), which lies at a driving distance of 2 hours from Pokhara. From Nayapul, walk to Birethanti and from then follow the ascending path to Tikhedhunga (1,577 m), where you stop for the night.
Day 3	Follow a terraced ascending path to Ulleri where you stop to enjoy views of Annapurna South, Machhapucchre and Himchuli peaks. Later, resume your trek and from Banthanti, follow the path through a thick forest. Stop for the night at Ghorepani (2875 m).
Day 4	Wake up early and take in the spectacular views from Poon Hill. Afterwards, you resume walking, go through the villages of Sekha and Ghara (where Pun and Brahmin ethnics live in harmony) and finally stop at Tatopani (1189 m).
Day 5	Today’s trek is about 7 hours long and your trail passes through the village of Dana, situated in one of the deepest valleys of the world.
Day 6	Resume trekking from Ghasa and head to Marpha. The initial portion of the 6-7 hours trek involves uphill climbing, as far as Kalopani.
Day 7	The trek from Marpha to Kagbeni (2800m) is fairly easy and completes in less than 6 hours. The domestic airport of Jomsom lies on your way.
Day 8	Muktinath (3,800 m), your next stopover, lies at a walking distance of some 5-6 hours from Kagbeni. Later, you can explore an ancient Hindu temple of Muktinath as well as a monastery.
Day 9	Walk for 4-5 hours to reach Jomsom and have lunch there. Afterwards, explore the locality and spend the night in a local teahouse.
Day 10	Fly back to Pokhara on a short but exciting domestic flight. After checking in at your hotel and having lunch, you can enjoy a complimentary sightseeing tour of Pokhara valley.
Day 11	Take a tourist coach back to Kathmandu or request for an open ticket to be issued for the same route if you wish to extend your stay in Pokhara for a few more days.

Pick up from the international airport, transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu, as well as any airport transfers for any internal flights. Last day transfer to international airport (if required).
Transport to the start of the trip (usually by bus or plane but can be changed in accordance with the associated extra charge) as per the details in the itinerary. Transport back from the trip to Kathmandu.

2 night’s deluxe room at a hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast, before the start of the tip, and 1 night at the end of the trip.
Private accommodation during the trip to a basic standard. Please be aware that the toilet and bathroom will be outside of the room in most cases.
Three meals per day – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can choose food from the menu. Tea or coffee with meals.
Provision of tents and camping equipment if applicable
An experienced English speaking guide.
At least one porter for two people (Max baggage per porter is 30kg). Let us know if you would prefer not to use a porter.
Accommodation, wages, food and travel expenses for guide and porter(s).
National Park fees
Permit and trekking management fees
In cases of emergency, we will arrange for a helicopter rescue, medical treatment and after care for on your behalf. This will be paid by your own travel insurance company. (Please ensure that you are adequately covered for this eventuality).
Insurance for guide and porter(s).
First Aid Kid (for normal treatment only)
Government taxes & other applicable fees.
A method for water purification, e.g. Iodine or chlorine solution.
We will also inform your embassy that you are trekking under our care.

What is Not Included

Any drinks outside meal times (alcoholic, mineral water, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, etc)
Personal expenses
Tips and donations
Hot Showers
Travel insurance

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The trips on this site have been listed as they are the most popular within the associated regions. If you have heard of a trip that is not listed, or want to spend less (or more) time in a particular area then let us know.
Although detailed itineraries are provided for all of the trips on this site they are by no means set in stone. The itineraries act as a rough guide so you are welcome to walk a bit more or less on any day you choose.
You are also welcome to extend the trip at any point if you would like to spend a bit more time in a particular area. The cost for extension is around £15-£25 per day depending on the particular area and nature of the trip. Unfortunately, we are unable to refund a trip that has been shortened but you are welcome to let us know before hand and the price will be reduced accordingly. The extra days can always be spent sightseeing in Kathmandu or Pokhara with your guide.
Similarly, if you would prefer to upgrade or downgrade your hotel or transport then this is also possible. For example you may change a bus journey to a flight, or stay in a cheaper hotel to save some cash. Extra cost will apply based on the price difference. All of this is can be arranged upon your arrival in Nepal or if you would like to arrange it before then just let us know.
If, at the end of the trip, you would like to do another adventure then all you have to do is arrange it with the guides in Nepal.