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Jomsom Trekking
Trekking in Jomsom Valley, a beautiful landscape of Nepal Himalayas, offers you both nature and cultural insight. Jomsom is the gateway of the Nepal's hidden treasure "Mustang". The trekker can see the landscape of mustang and reach to the Hindu's and Buddhist's sacred pilgrimage Muktinath.
Jomsom Trekking starts either from Nayapul, an hour drive from Pokhara or a 25 minutes flight to Jomsom. The Ghorepani –Poon Hill is its major highlight which is very popular for sun rise and panoramic view of Annapurna range. Kaligandaki valley is even more exciting part due to Hot spring, deep gorges and mountain villages like those of Jomsom and Kagbeni. In addition to other glittering snow peaks like Nilgiri, Tukche and Muktinath, the famous shrine of Hindus, this trekking is equally popular for Marpha Apple farm.
Trip Highlights
Close up view of the Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri peaks of mid western Nepal. The Hindu and Buddhist cultural attraction, follow the ancient trade route of India to Tibet, Unique Thakali cultures to explore, Monasteries in Tukuche, Marpha, Kagbeni, Jharkot Religious Hindu Temple Muktinath, 108 water spouts
Fact File:
Trek Name: Jomsom Trekking
Trek Duration: 09 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.
Accommodation: Tea House
Group Size: Min.1 to Max 10 persons in a group
Min. altitude: 2713 m
Max altitude: 3800 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
Trekking Map
Jomsom Trekking Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel
Day 02: 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.
Day 03: Drive in or fly in Pokhara: About 30 minuates flight to Pokhara or 6 to 7 hour buse drive.Looking around the Pokhara city.
Day 04: Pokhara to Jomsom and trek to Kagbeni: After flight to Jomsom trek continues to Kagbeni about 3 hrs working 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.
Day 05: 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.
Day 06: Muktinath to Jomsom (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 Jomsom. A major village on Kaligandaki trading route.
Day 07: fly back to Pokhara and sightseeing in Pokhara valley.
Day 08: Pokhara to Kathmandu,by flight or by bus. evening culture show and
Nepali dinner,
Day 09: 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
- 3 night hotel in Kathmandu on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide, and transport by private car / van.
- 2 night hotel in Pokhara on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Trekking Permit.
- TIMS Permit (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.
- Full board meals during the trekking (meals are choices from Menu) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
- An Experienced & Professional Government license holder Trekking guide trained in wilderness first aid.
- 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.
- Above Himalaya’s duffle bag if necessary.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- 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)
- Trek finish point Nayapul to Pokhara transport by private car/van depends on group size.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu transport by tourist bus. (if you want to take a flight or want to travel by private car is available, by adding extra cost)
- Welcome/Fare well Nepali Culture Dinner in Kathmandu
Cost Exclude:
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara ranges from US $ 12- US$ 14 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 for the city tour.
- Any local Jeep or Bus transportation in between the trekking (except cost includes section, if clients needed to use).
- Any kind of drinks, hot and cold, hot water, alcoholic and soft drinks.
- Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet, Camera battery charging.
- Personal trekking Equipment, travel and medical insurance & helicopter rescue, personal expenses.
- 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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