Jomsom to Muktinath trek explore Kagbeni & Lupra village
9 Days
US$975About Jomsom and Muktinath trekking
Jomsom Muktinath Trek is not just a spiritual journey, but also a combination of adventure, culture of the most beautiful high land of Himalayas. Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a moderate trek and can be completed by anyone with a good level of fitness. It involves some uphill and downhill walking, but the altitude gain is gradual and relatively easy.
Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a remarkable journey in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is a wonderful experience that takes you through stunning landscapes, beautiful mountain ranges, and picturesque villages. Muktinath Trek is a great option for those who want to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of Nepal without undertaking a strenuous or high-altitude trek.
Trip Fact
Mustang, Nepal
9 Days
Easy
Min 2 to Max 10 Persons
Muktinath 3760 meters / 12336 feet
March to May & Sept to Dec
Trekking & Sightseeing
Tea houses / Lodges / Hotels
3 Meals a day (BLD)
Flight, Drive & Hiking
Pokhara to Marpha
Jomsom to Pokhara
Jomsom to muktinath trek overview
Jomsom Muktinath trek stands out as an extremely admired trekking package in Annapurna region. Jomsom short trek take you through some of the most beautiful and magical places on the earth. Embark on the exciting jomsom to Muktinath trek and enter Himalayan rain shadow absolutely gorgeous.
Literally fated to wander along the blissful natural phenomena housed in the pleasant vicinity of Mustang district. The ultimate end of this journey is Muktinath temple reaching the elevation of 3800 meters. It is richly sacred pagoda shaped temple for Hindu and Buddhists devotee. This blessed temple is bejeweled with 108 innate water taps and mystical natural gas fire which you will find immensely interesting and magical. 
Entire path of Muktinath trek will pass some very artistic and beautifully quaint villages along the Kali Gandaki valley. On further approach you will be surrounded with beautiful barley terraces, picturesque villages, century old monasteries, caves, and lush valleys that make up a splendid setting to relish.
Is Jomsom to Muktinath trek in Nepal for you?
Jomsom to Muktinath trek is one of the most exciting treks in the thrilling regions of Annapurna Nepal. It takes 7 to 9 days duration to complete 45.6 kilometers distance with 5 to 6 hrs daily walk. Partial Jomsom to Muktinath distance is 20.3 kilometers by walking via Kagbeni. It is easy trek any one can go to explore the nature, culture and religious site of this area. It is highly recommended to visit Mustang and Muktinarth temple in best time of the year.
During the entire Jomsom trek offer you the stunning panorama of majestic Himalayan peaks that includes Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and others. Besides these, you will also be treated with the elegant natural and cultural stance of the region; that the feel moulds into extremely gratifying one.
We organize Jomsom Muktinath trek all over the year with specialized guides made available at your service. The detailed itinerary to this trek has been outlined in the section below. For any necessary changes to it and information on Jomsom to Muktinath trek please free to contact us. You need to book in advance to visit Jomsom Muktinath Trek to get best accomudation and services.
Jomsom to muktinath trek highlights
- Explore Muktinath a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. It is believed that visiting muktikshetra may help to achieve moksha or liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
- Visit Tibetan-influenced, Marpha, Jomsom & Kagbeni, a medieval village with a fortress-like appearance.
- Take a dip in the natural hot springs in Tatopani for relaxation near the bank of kali Gandaki river.
- Stay in traditional teahouse. Taste local food & learn about unique cultural practices of Thakali people in mustang.
- Walk through the stunning landscape of Annapurna conservation area of the Himalayas.
- Discover the home land of Tibetan Buddhism and the ancient bon religions in pure form.
- Trek offers variety of flora and fauna, stunning views of some of the highest mountains in the world, including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
- Visit Jomsom the largest town of mustang and famous for its apples, yak products, and strong winds that blow in the afternoon.
Jomsom to muktinath trek itinerary
Detailed ItineraryAfter arrival in Kathmandu Airport (TIA) Nepal, our representative will welcome you and transfer to hotel by private vehicle. At hotel he/ she will give short briefing about program agreement and day to day plan. Check into hotel, use free time to take rest, relax and explore around Thamel.
Elevation: 1,400 meters / 4593 feet.
The main ways to travel from Katmandu to Pokhara are by bus, private car and plane as per the budget, interest and booking deal. It takes 6 to 7 hours to cross 200 kilometers distance of Prithivi Highway in between Kathmandu and Pokhara. If you prefer flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara then only takes about 25 minutes.
Journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara is incredibly scenic, with breathtaking views of Himalayan mountains, waterfalls, picturesque scenery, Trishuli & Marshyangdi River. Along the way, you will pass through small towns and villages that give you a glimpse into the rural life of Nepal.
Once you reach Pokhara, you’ll be greeted with stunning views of Annapurna range, serene Phewa Lake and beautiful Pokhara city. After checking into hotel you can take a rest or go to explore lakeside area, boating and walk around watching the reflection of mountain and sky in beautiful Phewa Lake. Journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara end but memories last forever.
Muktinath to Jomsom journey begin after Muktinath temple exploration at Ranipauwa village in mustang. The distance from Muktinath to Jomsom is about 21 kilometers and possible to go by driving or walking as per preferences. It takes about 1 hour by driving and 5 to 6 hours by walking depend on your pace.
Trail descent from Muktinath towards the Kali Gandaki river crossing Jharkot, Khingar, Kagbeni and Ekle Bhatti villages in Annapurna region of Nepal. This is quite popular route offer stunning views of unique landscape, mountains, including Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and more. Jomsom is famous for its apple orchards and strong winds that blow through Kali Gandaki valley.
After crossing suspension bridges over Kali Gandaki river, ultimately you reach Jomsom, check in hotel either rest, relax or explore around city, museum, apple orchards and interact with local etc. Muktinath to Jomsom trip is an incredible experience in Kali Gandaki valley where you witness the beauty of lower mustang closely.
Today is the day to say goodbye to Mustang, early in the morning, we will take a flight to Pokhara. Jomsom to Pokhara flight is a popular domestic route of Nepal. Plane passes through a gorge between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, offers stunning view of snow-capped mountains and valleys below. Once you arrive in Pokhara, there are plenty of places to see and things to do. You can spend rest of the day in leisure or walk around the streets of lake city, souvenir shopping, boating in Phewa lake and experience nightlife in Pokhara etc.
The weather of Jomsom change in no time that affect Pokhara flight frequently. If the weather is not fine, we’ll arrange jeep to drive back to Pokhara. We request you to plan some buffer time for this possibility and be flexible to use alternative ways of transportation like jeep or helicopter.
Jomsom Pokhara travel by jeep is a great way to explore the beautiful scenery, countryside, waterfalls, people and culture of Nepal, the memories will remain forever.
After breakfast, you’ll drive back to Kathmandu, a scenic drive takes around 6-7 hours to reach by jeep, car or tourist bus and 25 minute by flight as per deal. On the way back to Kathmandu by drive along the Marshyangdi and Trishuli river seeing the sight of countryside and beautiful high mountains and greenery around. Upon arrival in Kathmandu valley, you’ll check into hotel, use free time to take rest, relax and explore around Thamel for souvenir shopping and relaxation. Enjoy farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the successful completion of trip.
Amazing Nepal trip completed today! Our company representative will transfer to international airport 3 hours before your flight departure.
“Enjoy the journey! Hope to see you again soon and stay in touch.”
What are included in this package?
- Airports pick up on your arrival day by private vehicle
- Round trip drive / flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara
- Pokhara to Marpha by private vehicle (trek start point)
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) 3 cups of hot drink each day on choice
- Best accommodation at tea houses during Muktinath trek period
- Professional English speaking guide service trained by government of Nepal
- Experience trekking staffs (2 guest =1 porter basic) to carry your backpack
- All necessary paperwork, trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS) and local taxes
- Jomsom to Pokhara by drive / flight on choice / situation
- Hotel accommodation in Pokhara for 2 nights before and after trek
- Travel and rescue arrangements if require
Excludes
- Visa fees / international airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Hotel, Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Personal expenses phone calls, mineral water, bar bills, hot shower, battery recharge, extra porters & gears etc
- Tips for guides, porters (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)
Jomsom to muktinath trek cost & dates
Upper Mustang Tours and Travels organize verity of trip in Himalayas. Departure dates are 100% guaranteed until and unless there is no political unrest, natural disasters or epidemics in the destination. Start dates are your arrival date in Kathmandu and end dates are the returning date from Nepal. Listed departure dates & price quoted on group joining basic. if given dates are not suits you, or travelling with friend let us to know to book private trip as per your requirements.
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FAQs
Jomsom to Muktinath trek named after two famous town of Mustang start and final destination of this walking trail. this journey starts from Jomsom, a small town in Kali Gandaki Valley and ends at Muktinath, a Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site. This trek passes through a variety of landscapes, including valley, arid hills of Mustang, snowy peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range.
The distance from Jomsom to muktinath is 23.1 kilometers / 14.3 miles by road. Jomsom Muktinath trek is for all levels of hikers to experience the beauty of Mustang and sacred site of Muktinath temple Nepal.
The best time to go on the Jomsom Muktinath trek is during spring season (March-May) or autumn season (September-November) months. During these times, weather is mild and sunny, weather also ideal for trekking in Nepal.
Muktinath temple complex is dedicated to Vishnu. to visit this sacred site, you have to have ACAP permit and the TIMS. Beside that there are not any other additional entry fee to enter Muktinath temple.
The total distance of jomsom muktinath trek is about 45 to 50 kilometers via Lupra, Thini Gaau and Marpha villages.
Jomsom Muktinath trek is one of the easy to moderate type walking Path of Himalayas. Hiking trails are well-maintained and elevation gain is gradual ascend. After road construction route of this trek also goes along the road in Kaligandaki valley.
Muktinath temple situated at the height of 3,762 meters / 12,343 feet above sea level. Muktinath temple complex is the highest point of this journey in Annapurna conservation area Nepal.
No, this trek is moderate level of walking path, anyone with a good level of fitness, no need any experience.
Guide is very important to trek in Himalayas but still few trekkers do this trip without guide and porter. It is advisable to hire a guide and porter. A guide can help you with navigation, logistics, and safety, while a porter can carry your luggage.
Jomsom muktinath trekking route is fully safe, walking trail is well-maintained and easy to follow. However, it can be challenging at times, especially at higher altitudes while walking in rocky, windy path.
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