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Jomsom Muktinath with Annapurna base camp trek
This Jomsom Muktinath with Annapurna Base Camp trekking, Nepal’s most popular trek begins at the lakeside town of Pokhara and leads six or seven days northwest around the Annapurna Massif, through dramatic changes in landscape, climate and culture to the high village of Jomsom, near the isolated land of Mustang. Trekkers often continue on to the sacred shrine of Muktianath, and takes one through some of Nepal ’s most lovely rhododendron forests to the Annapurna base camp.
The Annapurna Himal is a vast massif of several peaks above 7,000 m, part of the range forms a natural amphi-theater known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. Ringed by such giants as Annapurna I, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Fang and the fishtail peak of Machapuchere . We trek through rhododendron and bamboo forests, as we climb towards the famous Fishtail Mountain Base Camp. From the Sanctuary we use the same route till Chomrong downstream the Midi Khola before making a worthy detour to Gandrung, a beautiful and large Gurung village.
Trip Highlights
Sunrise and mountains views from Poon Hill; typical Magar village in Ulleri; Hot springs at Tatopani; World deepest Kaligandaki Gorge; Typical Thakali village in Tukuche, and Marpha, Close up view of the Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri peaks of mid western Nepal . The Hindu and Buddhist cultural attraction, Unique Thakali cultures to explore, Religious Hindu Temple Muktinath ,108 water spouts.Typical Gurung villages at Chhomrung & Landruk, Rhododendron and Bamboo forests, Machhapuchhare Base Camp; Great mountains views from Annapurna Base Camp: Panoramic views of Annapurna, Annapurna South, Hiuchuli, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhare, Gangapurna, Tent peak, Gandharba Chuli, Natural hot spring at Jhinnudanda
Fact File:
Trek Name:Jomsom Muktinath With Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Trek Duration: 22 Days
Best Season: February - June, September - November However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.
Trek Grade:Moderate + Fairly Strenuous
Accommodation:Tea House
Group Size: Min.1 to Max 18 persons in a group
Min. altitude: 2713 m
Max altitude: 4130 m
Mode of Travel:Drive: Car/Van/Bus to Besisahar/Pokhara and Flight: Pokhara
Price: For the most up-to-date and competitive price, please Contact Us
Jomsom Muktinath With Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary
Days 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport , transfer to hotel
Days 2: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu :Leave for full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Back to hotel and stay.
Days 3: Drive to- Pokhara about 6 hour drive stay overnight at hotel.
Days 4: Pokhara to Jomsom: Early morning fly in to Jomsom and continue treks to Kagbeni 2810m.From Jomsom trek continues about 3 hrs. Through the bank of Kaligandaki and reach to Ekley- bhatti villages. Trek one hour more to reach Kagbeni. Which lies at the bank of two rivers.
Days 5: Kagbeni to Muktinath(3800m):Muktinath is an important pilgrimage for both Hindus and Buddhist with a Gompa and a pagoda style.Pagoda is a dedicated to Lord bishnu. The most interesting and importance of the area however is the spot with burning natural gas. Walking distances is just 4 hrs.
Days 6: Muktinath to Marpha (2713m):The trial descends very quickly to the valley floor more than 5,000 ft. below, the descends is through a dramatic arid landscape and continues to Kagbeni.To continue on to Kagbeni, one must travel on other side of the Kaligandaki River . The left fork continues up the river to Kagbeni.After 3 hrs. Walk form Kagbeni one will reach Marpha the Apple capital kingdom of Nepal.
Days 7: Marpha to Ghasa, nice village with greenery and open space.
Days 8: Ghasa to Tatopani, Working through subtropical vegetation and the return of water buffalo, banyan trees and poinsettias,. The trail follows the river through a world deepest George and have a very nice view one of the longest waterfall. Stay at Tatopani and visit natural hot spring 1180m
Days 9: Tatopani to Sikha
Days 10: Sikha to Ghorepani.
Days 11: Ghorepani to Tadapani: Early morning work up to Poonhil, One of the best Himalayan view points in Nepal Early morning working to the Poonhil, which provides a unobstructed view of the high Himalaya and start our trek to Tadapani, A short early morning climb to the Deurali pass for a spectacular panorama over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna, Trail descends steeply through dense moss-covered forest rich with bird life to Tadapani which provides you a close up sunset view.
Days 12: Tadapani to Chhomrung: The trail drops down form Tadapani, through dense rhododendron forest. Stay at Chhomrong(2040m) towering above the villages is the mighty peak of Annapurna south, with the Fishtail facing it across the valley.
Days 13: Chhomrong to Dovan: We walk through the forest of Kuldighar . The track winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to the village of Dovan
Days 14: Dovan to Machhapuchre Base Camp: A trek of the narrow Modi khola valley will bring you almost to the base of the M.B.C. Here you will spend a day gazing away at the snow covered peaks above and the beauty of the landscape around.
Days 15: M.B.C to A.B.C: ( Back to Dovan) Early morning working to A.B.C. where you stand in the century, the 360 degree views are breathtaking, Although clouds roll in early, the curtain often lifts at sunset to rival radiant, glowing peaks.
Days 16: Dovan to Jhinu danda. Enjoy a natural hot springa at Jhinu danda stay overnight there.
Days 17: Jhinu danda to Landruk a beautiful Gurung village provides you a excellent view.
Days 18: Landruk to Dhampus. Close up view of Mount Fishtail and Annapurna South.
Days 19: Dhampus to Pokhara, looking around pokhara.
Days 20: Fly or drive back to Kathmandu .
Days 21: Free day in kathmandu, you can do shopping or looking around, join to the cultural show dinner in the evening. Hotel
Days 22: Final departure, transfer to airport
Price For The Trip:
The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and/or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.
Please mail us for up to date prices for the above itinerary
Cost Include:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van
- 4 night’s accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- 2 nights hotel in Pokhara B/B on a twin sharing bed and breakfast
- Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide, and transport by private car / van.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.
- Full board meals during the trekking (meals are choices from Menu) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
- Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trekking
- Seasonal fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc
- An Experienced & Professional Government license holder Trekking guide trained in wilderness first aid.
- Above The Himalaya’s duffle bag if necessary.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Trekking porter carry all personal gear and group equipment( 1 porter for 2 person basis)
- Food, accommodation, salary, local tax, all trekking equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
- Proper Insurance for all trekking staff including porter.
- All necessary paper works, office Service charge and all Government Taxes
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
- Above the Himalaya Special Gifts (T shirt, Pashmina shawl, Trekking certificates and others)
- Welcome/Fare well Nepali Culture Dinner in Kathmandu
- All local transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek by Tourist bus/Private car/Van
Cost Exclude:
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara Aprox US $ 10- US$ 12 per day
- Nepal entry Visa Fee (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal ’s Airport in Kathmandu )
- International/Domestic Airfare and Airport Tax, sightseeing entry fee
- Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot water
- Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet, Camera battery charging.
- Personal trekking Equipment, travel and medical insurance & helicopter rescue, personal expences.
- Tips and Gratitude (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
Private Trip Departure everyday upon your request. But if you would like to join one of our Groups please see below our fixed group departure dates as per your requirement.
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