Jomsom Trek
Highlights
- An ideal trek throughout the year
- Walk through rhododendron forests, rocky cliffs and desert
- Enjoy the sights of Annapurna mountain range and Mt. Dhaulagiri
- Visit a Tibetan- influenced village filled with prayer wheels, chortens & a Buddhist monastery
- The highest point is Muktinath (3800 m). a holy site sacred to both Buddhists and Hindus
- Explore the World’s deepest gorge of Kali Gandaki
Overview
Jomsom Trek along the Kali Gandaki river valley to Muktinath is one of the popular treks in the Annapurna region. There are three ways to reach Jomsom from Pokhara. You can either walk through culturally rich villages like Ghandruk, Ghorepani, Poonhill, Tatopani, Ghasa, and Kande or by road. Recently constructed roads connect Jomsom to Pokhara and vice-versa.
In monsoon, the road gets slippery, and muddy and landslides might occur. So, we suggest you skip the road journey during monsoon. The last option is by flight. From Pokhara, there are daily flights available to Jomsom. But sometimes there are flight delays or cancellations due to clouds and strong winds. Mainly, it occurs in late spring and monsoon season. In order to avoid bad weather, all the flights to and from Jomsom operate only in the morning.
Jomsom is the gateway for trekking to Muktinath and Lo-Manthang. Also, considered an ending point for treks from Manang. Jomsom way halfway point of the Round Annapurna trekking; but after the road construction, it has now become a terminal point.
On Jomsom trek, you will enjoy a wide array of landscapes from sub-tropical rhododendron and oak forests to the high, dry landscape similar to Tibetan Plateau. You will walk through the Kali Gandaki valley, the deepest gorge in the world, Kagbeni, a Tibetan influenced village dotted with prayer wheels or a Buddhist monastery and chortens. While trekking, you will also enjoy the great views of the Annapurna mountain range and Dhaulagiri.
Approximately 30,000 trekkers visit Nepal every year for Jomsom Trekking. Also exploring its surrounding places like Kagbeni, Muktinath and those who make Annapurna Circuit ends their trip at Jomsom and take flight or jeep drive to Pokhara. There are many hotels/lodges with restaurants available at Jomsom.
Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
Accomodation: Hotel
Duration: 30 min Drive to Hotel
Kathmandu sightseeing & trek preparation day
Accomodation: Hotel
Drive to Pokhara
Accomodation: Hotel
Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tirkhedunga (1510m)
Accomodation: Lodge
Trek to Ghorepani (2750m)
Accomodation: Lodge
Early morning hike to Poon Hill, and to Tatopani (1290m)
Accomodation: Lodge
Rest day at Tatopani. Enjoy hot spring bath (1290m)
Drive to Jomsom (2713m)
Accomodation: Lodge
Drive to Muktinath (3800m)
Accomodation: Lodge
Drive to Jomsom (2713m)
Accomodation: Lodge
Early morning fly to Pokhara. Rest day at leisure
Accomodation: Hotel
Drive to Kathmandu
Accomodation: Hotel
Leasure day in kathmandu
Accomodation: Hotel
Final Departure
Useful Info
Highlights of Jomson Trek
- Flight to Pokhara.
- Lovely City with a lake and surrounds views of the tall gigantic mountain
- Steps pathway of Ulleri
- Lush green forest with the sights and sounds of bird chippings.
- Experience the local lifestyle, steep climb up and in the atmosphere.
- Streams for the largest Rhododendron forest
Jomsom Trek Route
In the first initials days, we will also be going on the journeying all through the Annapurna region, passing through rice terraces and villages which is populated primarily by the Gurungs community. We will also trek through Ghorepani, Tatopani, Ghasa and Larjung to reach Jomsom. When we will be arriving in Tatopani, we’ll have a wonderful time relaxing at the natural hot springs. Besides, we will also be passing through Jomsom and Kagbeni, the upper Mustang Region’s entry points. Following days, we will also visit the sacred temple for Muktinath. After that, we’ll head downhill at the Jomsom, where you can take a look around in the entrance to the “Forbidden Kingdom of Mustang”. Finally, we will fly back to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu ending our awesome journey. You also have another option to combine Khopra Danda with a trek which is an additional 2 days.
Jomsom Trek Difficulties
Jomsom Muktinath trek is moderately less difficult. Muktinath which is at 3800 meters is the biggest elevation, but with 3000 meters is spent all night. It is suitable for first-time and repeat visitors in Nepal, although it requires a decent level of fitness and should be maintained a good health.
FAQ
How is the road from Jomsom to Muktinath?
It is a valley which is surrounded by the Himalayas and hills. From Jomsom, it also takes around 1.5 hours to drive at the Muktinath. Now, the road is easy and almost 45 minutes, it takes will you through at the bank for the Kali Gandaki River.
How far is jeep from Jomsom to Muktinath?
The altitude of Muktinath Temple is around 3710 meters from above the sea level. It is 24 km far way from the beautiful village at Jomsom where you will stay one night, similarly it is around 9 to 10 hours one way drive from Pokhara to Jomsom and another an hour drive from Jomsom unto Muktinath Temple.
What is the best time to visit Muktinath?
The months of September, October and November are considered as the best months to visit Muktinath temple. The average temperature condition is experienced at these months. Slight rainfall coulld be experienced in early September but the integrative experience is finest in all these months.
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