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Jomsom Muktinath Trekking is undoubtedly the most popular short trek in the Annapurna region. Even though the vehicle runs recently all the way through the trail, the beauty of the trail still remains while we can also opt to take many alternative trails most of the times as we continue our trekking journey in the most frequently traveled regions of Nepal, Annapurna region. Jomsom Muktinath trail is also a part of Annapurna Circuit Trekking and Annapurna Base Camp Trekking.
Jomsom Muktinath needs not much explanation since this trail offers you a different yet the unique side of Nepal which can be done anytime of the year by any age groups. Hundreds of years of monasteries, the mystic and the holy caves, surreal arid landscapes, indigenous local tribes, panoramic Himalayan views and landscapes, mouth-watering apple gardens, lush greenery and the picturesque valleys with the deepest gorge Kali Gandaki; all combine to form this amazing trekking trail. You will also experience the vast differences in the geography along which comes the various cultures and the lifestyles.
Our trekking to Jomsom Muktinath starts from the panoramic city Pokhara and continues towards the most windy and driest land Jomsom to reach Muktinath temple, the holiest pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists and finally ends after climbing to the most popular viewpoint of Nepal, Poon Hill via the natural hot spring spot, Tatopani. The Thakali tribes in the Mustang region and the Magar tribe in the Ghorepani region will provide you the best hospitality of typical Nepalese socity. The rocky cliffs and the desert of Mustang areas including the charming forests of rhododendron trees along the Ghorepani Poonhill trail will never stop making you feel like having more of this trek. With the heavy heart and the wildest memories of the Annapurna journey, you are sure to go back home only after falling in love with this part of Nepal.
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours, your own best mate in the Himalayan journey has so much to give and share to you and your family plus friends. Always remember us to have a wonderful holiday in Nepal. Our utmost hospitality will serve you and will amaze you without a single doubt.
Please also check our most popular easy tour to Lower Mustang, Mustang motorbike tour
Day 01: Drive to Pokhara 900 m and boating in the Phewa Lake, B, Hotel
Day 02: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom 2,743 m and trek to Kagbeni 2,804 m, BLD, Lodge
Day 03: Trek from Kagbeni to Muktinath 3,800 m, BLD, Lodge
Day 04: Trek from Muktinath to Marpha 2,670 m, BLD, Lodge
Day 05: Trek from Marpha to Kalopani 2,500 m, BLD, Lodge
Day 06: Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani (natural hot spring) 1,190 m, BLD, Lodge
Day 07: Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani 2,750 m, BLD, Lodge
Day 08: Trek from Ghorepani to Hile 1,900 m and drive to Pokhara, Poon Hill sunrise 3,210 m, BL, Hotel
Day 09: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (can opt to fly to Kathmandu), BL.
Kathmandu sightseeing: $80 per person (gets cheaper with bigger PAX)
Porter service: $20/day per porter
Day 01: Drive to Pokhara 900 m and boating in the Phewa Lake, B, Hotel
Let’s go on a ride to Pokhara. This could be an interesting drive today to many tourists since they haven’t seen the roads like this before. Frequently winding turns, the small highway and the traffic congestion; all of them could be something new for you so you got to be prepared for this. Other than that, enjoy the scenic ride in the beautiful countryside of Nepal. The Machapuchare or Fishtail Peak will be awaiting for your arrival in Pokhara.
Day 02: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom 2,743 m and trek to Kagbeni 2,804 m, BLD, Lodge
We will start the day with a short and sweet flight to Jomsom, the administrative center and the bustling village or town in Mustang region. Crossing the huge Kali Gandaki River we will start our very first day trekking towards the wonderland. Be prepared to get hit by the strongest wind in whole Nepal en route to Kagbeni while trekking by the bank of the river valley. Be mesmerized with the view of Nilgiri Peak from the beginning. Our last stop Kagbeni is a windswept village, located on the age-old Trans Himalayan Salt trade route to Tibet through Upper Mustang, hence it’s called ‘The Gateway to Upper Mustang’.
Day 03: Trek from Kagbeni to Muktinath 3,800 m, BLD, Lodge
Begin uphill trekking towards Muktinath where lies the holiest temple called Muktinath Temple. One of the busiest religious shrines in Nepal, Muktinath always has the flock of pilgrims and the believers coming down to pray and worship. There are 108 waterspouts of holy water where if washed, the troubles will go away and also your sins will be washed off according to the Hindu religion. Beside that, the Muktinath lies in the high altitude which offers you the panoramic valley view down below. You can do some excursions around and also meet the trekkers coming down from Thorong La Pass doing the Annapurna Circuit trail.
Day 04: Trek from Muktinath to Marpha 2,670 m, BLD, Lodge
After spending some quality time at Muktinath temple and the surroundings, we retrace our way back to the Kali Gandaki River valley. We continue via Jomsom to the apple village called Marpha. Apple brandy from Marpha village is popular nationwide and the fresh apples, dried apples and delicacies of apples is the specialty of this village. Moreover, Marpha is a traditional village with a huge monastery at the top known as Marpha Monastery.
Day 05: Trek from Marpha to Kalopani 2,500 m, BLD, Lodge
Another wonderful day in the Annapurna region of Nepal Himalayas. We go from Marpha to Kalopani via Tukuche where we stop for lunch. We traverse through the pine forests by the riverside and into the forest time and again to get to Kalopani just to catch the stunning Himalayan views from the lodge room.
Day 06: Trek from Kalopani to Tatopani (natural hot spring) 1,190 m, BLD, Lodge
Today we leave the semi dry landscape behind us and enter into the greener region. From Kalopani to Tatopani via Lete and Ghasa is yet another remarkable day of our trekking. Dip inside the natural hot water pool as soon as you reach Tatopani which is very beneficial for your health overall. According to the local people, staying for some time inside the hot water pool has miraculous healing effect for many health problems. So, why not trying yourself out!
Day 07: Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani 2,750 m, BLD, Lodge
We will change the track of usual Annapurna circuit route and divert towards the Ghorepani Poon Hill trail. As we keep trekking consistently uphill towards Ghorepani, the view of Kali Gandaki river flowing behind and below us, the lush forests, fields and the villages to the mountainside is just appealing. After the long day walk, we will arrive in Ghorepani, a grand Magar village. View from the Upper Ghorepani of the majestic mountains is beyond beautiful, as they say.
Day 08: Trek from Ghorepani to Hile 1,900 m and drive to Pokhara, Poon Hill sunrise 3,210 m, BL, Hotel
As soon as our clock hits 0400 am, we will start ascending towards Poon Hill to catch the spectacular sunrise view over the Himalayas. Spending enough time in the viewpoint, we will get down to the lodge, eat our breakfast and continue walking towards Pokhara. It’s still a long way descent to get to Hile from where we get a ride down to Pokhara. The wonderland Pokhara with a number of lakes and caves offers you so much activities to do if you could expand your traveling days and spend more time in Pokhara.
Day 09: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (can opt to fly to Kathmandu), BL.
We say goodbye to the Pokhara city for this time and drive towards Kathmandu early morning. End of journey.
Customized Trips and Trip departure
Jomsom Muktinath trekking departs from Kathmandu as per our fixed departure dates. You can join any available fixed departure groups if you are a solo or small group travelers if you wish to, when the trips cannot be customized.
But if you are in a private group, fixed departure dates are not suitable for you and so you need to choose your own dates and packages, when you can customize the trek as per your travel needs. For further information, please kindly contact your own friendly neighbor, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours.
Accommodations in Pokhara and during trek
You will be staying in a hotel in Pokhara while in the teahouse lodges or guesthouses during the trek.
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best accommodation arrangement for you from the beginning to the end. We believe after the tough walking day, everyone deserves the proper rest and the right ambience to relax and chill. Therefore, our choice of accommodation is the best when it comes to the trekking days. The rooms will be clean and comfy. Our entire accommodations will be on twin-sharing basis as you can see, so you have to let us know if others; let’s say if you want triple or quadruple sharing or if you want a double bed, etc. There will be extra charge for the single supplement.
If you wish to change the accommodation category to a better ones in Pokhara, please let us know and we can change it for you on added cost.
Route Map and Company T-shirt
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a complimentary trekking map and the company t-shirts.
Safe Drinking Water during Jomsom Muktinath Trekking
Hydrating yourself is the most important thing to do during the trek. You should drink at least 3 liters of water every day or more. The main reason is to avoid the altitude sickness and to avoid other health issues. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours provides you water purification tablets or liquids to purify the water in the mountains. You can even buy mineral water or boiled water on extra cost.
Your trekking guides and porters
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best guides and porters in the whole tourism industry. We can guarantee you on that. Ask yourselves a question. What do you look for in a guide and a porter? Are they fully insured and are they paid well? Well, they are the staffs of Nature Lovers Treks and Tours so they are hundred percent happy with their treatment by the company. They are experienced, licensed and knowledgeable in the field. They are well paid and fully insured for their journey as well as for the medicals.
Now, let’s talk about our backbones. The leader or a guide should have a significant knowledge in the climbing and trekking so that he can wonderfully and safely lead you, clearing any obstacles on the way. We, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours can proudly say that our guides (climbing, assistant, trekking guide) are highly qualified for the role. They are fully trained, experienced and licensed. They have undergone through a whole lot of training to make themselves useful in various situations and to make your journey a smooth and pleasant one.
Our guide knows the local areas, the cultures, the traditions and the lifestyles much more than anyone do. Some of the things he tells you, might even be hard to find in the travel guide books. Depending upon the situations and weather conditions, the daily plans might change slightly which when happens, he will inform you beforehand. You should always be flexibly ready to accommodate to your guides’ instructions. Let him know if you have any health problems as well since he will act accordingly to the situation. Depending upon the group size, we will also provide you assistant guides and extra Sherpas if needed.
Our porters are always fully equipped with the gears they need and as per the company policy, they are always insured and completely looked after. They are our backbone. We allow maximum weight of 25/30 kg to be carried by one porter. They are the strongest in our group with less communication skills. We also closely work with IPPG {International Porter Protection Group} and follow their ethics and guidelines.
Your safety
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours puts your safety as the top priority. We provide you our own comprehensive first aid medical kit bag along with the professional team of guides and porters. We are always in communication with our field team members to keep track of your safety and concerns. Your entire journey will be monitored by us and we make sure you enjoy your journey in full scale. We are available 24/7 for your health and safety checks during Jomsom Muktinath Trekking.
How much does the Jomsom Muktinath Trekking cost?
The cost of the Jomsom Muktinath Trekking varies from $500-$1500 depending upon the number of days you choose to trek. The longer the trek, more expensive it will become. Similarly, the price will differ with the accommodation choices and group sizes also. Normally, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers a comprehensive package which is inclusive of all the cost and expenses for the entire journey from the moment you land in Nepal till the moment you fly back home. However, you could also choose to buy only service-based package from us when we will be providing you only the supporting field staffs plus trekking permits and you have to arrange the rest by yourselves.
How is the Accommodation during the Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
In Jomsom Muktinath Trekking, we will provide you the teahouse accommodations. A teahouse is typically a mountain lodge which is a combination of a lodge or a guest house and a restaurant or a café with basic furniture and interiors suitable for the social hangout. Many teahouses even have attached bathrooms and the central heating furnace. Most of the teahouses provide the European toilets these days while Asian style of toilets are available in every teahouses. Hot showers are available but on extra cost. The same goes with the hot drinking water since they use the gas or solar to boil the water. Sleeping blankets are usually provided but we recommend you to carry your own sleeping bags for the hygienic purpose {can be arranged on request}. At the same time, it’s better to carry your own toiletries including the towels.
What are the permits that I need for Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
For Jomsom Muktinath Trekking, you will need to make two permits: ACAP permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) and TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System).
How does this tipping system in Nepal works and do I have to tip?
Tipping is not compulsory for Jomsom Muktinath Trekking however tipping is all about showing your gratitude and appreciation. We care about our staffs in the fields so we expect you to look after them in return for them looking after you throughout your journey. They are your closest friend in the remotest parts and also your protector whenever anything seems to happen to you. So tipping is highly expected and we’ve made it mandatory too. The amount of gratuities can be determined by yourselves. Normally, a guide and also a porter expects around $10 or more per day.
Can I charge my phones, batteries or other electronic devices in Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
You can easily charge your electronic devices during Jomsom Muktinath Trekking but by paying small amount or fees for charging. Don’t forget to buy a plug adapter or socket fittings before you leave Kathmandu.
Is there WiFi and mobile signal on the Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
Jomsom Muktinath Trekking route has good mobile network coverage these days, thanks to the Nepalese telecommunication companies called Ncell and NTC. You can buy one of these Sim cards from any local phone shops in Kathmandu. It is wiser to buy a sim card with around 4 GB data in Kathmandu and use the mobile data in the trek to avoid paying extra by buying WiFi on the trek.
WiFi is available on the teahouses in Jomsom Muktinath Trekking route. However, the signal varies from place to place and please don’t expect to receive the fast data coverage in the trek.
When is the best time to trek to Jomsom Muktinath?
Jomsom Muktinath Trekking can be done throughout the year. However in average, Spring {March, April and May} and Autumn {September, October and November} are the best times or seasons to trek in Jomsom Muktinath. Spring and Autumn are known as the Peak season or Busy season in Nepal. It’s because the temperature is moderate during these seasons and the best panoramic mountain views are guaranteed while during other Summer {June, July and August} and Winter {December, January and February} season, the clear weather is not guaranteed. But if you are an explorer, a photographer and a peace lover, less busy season can also be the right time to do Jomsom Muktinath Trekking.
Do I have to worry about the altitude sickness in Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
The itinerary of our Jomsom Muktinath Trekking is perfectly designed by Nature Lovers Treks and Tours and has separated enough time in the places to let the body acclimatize well in high altitudes. As long as you follow the guide, you should be fine. Altitude sickness in fact can affect anyone regardless of the age or the fitness level, so it is very important to walk slowly and gradually as you go higher. Learn more in details about Altitude Sickness to prepare yourselves for the upcoming Jomsom Muktinath Trekking.
Do I need to be healthy and physically fit for Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
When it comes to trekking in the mountains, health and fitness of a person plays a vital role. If you are a healthy person without any serious medical problems, Jomsom Muktinath Trekking is for you but if you have any sorts of medical issues, please consult to your doctor before coming to Nepal for the trek. We will be gaining the high altitude of 3800 m or more above the sea level which is not a joke. People normally start to have breathing problems above 3000 meters from the sea level, if they have pre-existing health conditions.
Now when it comes to the fitness level required, Jomsom Muktinath Trekking demands moderate physical fitness. The trekking includes daily walks of about 4-8 hours and involves some ascents and descents which means you need at least some practices before you start the trekking journey. You will be traversing through the forests and high hills. If you do not have the previous trekking experience, that’s fine but obviously if you have previous experiences, it will be lot easier. For those not having previous trekking experiences, please exercise regularly for at least few weeks prior to your trekking departure. Go for the morning walks, do some jogging as you get time, participate in some cycling activities, etc. This way, you will be good to go for trekking to Jomsom Muktinath.
What kind of food items or meals can I eat on Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
Only breakfast is included in Pokhara while full board meals or full meals are included during the trek. Tea and coffee will also be provided during the entire trip. During the trek, you will have your breakfast and dinner in the same teahouse where you spend the night while the lunch will be served en route towards the next destination of the day. There are a varieties of choices to choose from; Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian, Continental, etc.
The most common and the highly recommended food during the Jomsom Muktinath Trekking is typical Nepali Dal Bhat {rice and lentil}; even better without meat, means Nepali Vegetarian Dal Bhat. You can also eat other food items such as seasonal vegetables, noodles and spaghetti, pastas, pizzas and French fries, soups, etc. depending upon the availability. For the beverage, you can either choose warm, hot or cold beverages; soft drinks, beer and hard drinks. For the breakfast, you can order cereals, breads, noodle soups, egg dishes, etc.
Do I need a travel insurance for Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
Travel insurance is a must when you trek to Jomsom Muktinath. Therefore before you come to Nepal, please make sure you have your insurance documents with you since our insurance companies cannot insure foreign nationals. Because of the reason that they cover all the expenses, if you face some unfortunate happenings and you have to be rescued or medically assisted during the trip or if your belongings are lost or stolen. We strongly advise you to take out an insurance which covers any medical risks up to 3800 meter.
What gears and equipment do I need to pack for Jomsom Muktinath Trekking?
Choosing the right gear and equipment is important as well for the successful trek to Jomsom Muktinath. Pack the right gears and equipment but remember, packing as light as possible is the best way to go when trekking to Jomsom Muktinath. You should read this What to take for travel to get all the details on what you need to pack or carry.
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