Jomsom Muktinath Trek

9th January 2022

Trip Facts:

Max. Elevation: 3830 m Duration: 12 days Group size: Minimum 2 people Trek start/Finish: Pokhara/Pokhara Difficulty: Moderate Accommodation: Tea houses Highlights:

Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Awe inspiring views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri Himalayan Ranges.
Famous Pilgrimage site of Hindu and Buddhist-Muktinath Temple.
Explore Deepest Gorge in the world-Kaligandaki Gorge.
Explore apple production field.
Natural Hot springs in Tatopani.

Overview The Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a classic trek in the Mustang Region of Nepal which embraces the world’s deepest gorges-Kaligandaki Gorge, Tibetan Plateau, beautiful villages rhododendron forests, breathtaking Himalayan ranges, and many more close encounters with scenic beauty. The number of Monasteries and Hindu Temple provides cultural flavor during this trek. Likewise, exploring the beauty of Gurung and Thakali village gives you pleasant vibes during this trek. The highest altitude of this trek is 3800m, which is up to Muktinath Temple, which means this low altitude trek can be moderately easy for everyone. The Jomsom Muktinath Trek follows the trail through the deepest gorge in the world, Kaligandaki Gorge. Heading through the Annapurna region trek leads you towards beautiful villages of Tatopani, Marpha, Kagbeni, and Muktinath. Muktinath Temple-a famous sacred place of Nepal with 108 stone water spouts and the eternal flame is the major highlight of this trip. En-route this delightful trek encounters ancient religious communities, caverns, and small temples. From Muktinath breathtaking views of Mountain Ranges makes this trip even more special. Similarly, during the trek, you can witness much Himalayan wildlife like Musk Deers, Jackals, Mountain Thar, Pheasant, and many more. The Jomsom Muktinath Trek has much more to offer for you. To make your trip even more special with a customized itinerary Adventure White Mountain is here for you. Feel free to contact us for a specially designed Jomsom Muktinath Trek package. With a special customized itinerary, we have experienced tour and trekking guides who are technical experts as well. Right from the starting point of your journey to the ending point of every trek, tour, and other adventurous activities, every trip is equally taken care of. Useful Information Best Time to go Jomsom Muktinath Trek Jomsom Muktinath Trek can be done any time in a year but you need to choose the best season to get this trek done easily. Spring and autumn season would be the best suitable period to enjoy the adventure of Jomsom Muktinath Trek. Months of March-May (spring season) is favorable for trekking as you can enjoy the beauty of nature bloom throughout the valley. The temperature remains mild and sunny on days whereas during the night can be a bit chilly. Likewise, months of September-November (autumn season) are more suitable to trek. Monsoon season ends at the end of August so, skies are clear and you can enjoy crystal clear views of hills and mountains with temperature remains stable around 20 degrees Celsius. Jomsom Muktinath Trek difficulty As per geographical difficulty, Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a modest trip. Despite being a moderate trip, you may face some challenges during the trek. The highest point of this trek is up to 3830m, which means you may face Acute Mountain Sickness. Similarly, weather is not certain in this region. Weather can be changed unexpectedly during the trek which may be inconvenient for you. So, to avoid rain and unexpected weather you can trek during theautumn or spring season. You need to take the following measures to avoid mountain sickness:

Stay hydrated throughout the trek.
Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Follow your itinerary and don’t do rush.
Eat foods that can easily digest.
Carry medical kit.
Inform your guide if you start to get symptoms.

Mode of Transportation during the trek Well, the trip starts with a drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara with a 6 to7 hour ride but if you want to reach fast then you can go by flight within 45 minutes. Then from Pokhara, your trek will start by walking 6 to 7 hours a day. If you want to shorten your trip then you can directly fly from Pokhara to Jomsom. After reaching Jomsom you will return to Pokhara by flight. FAQs How difficult is Jomsom Muktinath Trek? JomsomMuktinath Trek is not that much extreme and challenging one but requires good level of fitness to complete it successfully. You have to walk around 5-6 hours per day so, you need to physically and mentally prepare. What is the best time to Trek in Jomsom Muktinath? Best time to do JomsomMuktinath Trek in March-May and September-November because you can enjoy the clear views of hills and mountains during these months. You can trek in monsoon as well but you may have to face rain during the trek so choose your time wisely while trekking. What sorts of Accommodations are available in Jomsom Muktinath Trek? Tea houses with basic facilities are available during this trek. You will be facilitated with twin sharing beds and single bed with neat and clean bathrooms. Do we need any kinds of Trekking permits? Yeah you will need TIMS and ACAP permit for this trek which you can get from Kathmandu and Pokhara only. What is alternative if there is no flight from Jomsom to Pokhara? It is rare not to have flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. But if in case flight get delayed by bad weather then we will arrange Jeep for you to get back to Pokhara on same day. Are foreigners allowed to enter inside Muktinath Temple? Yes, each and every religion and nationalities are allowed to enter inside of Muktinath because we respect each and every one and their religion. What if I get altitude sickness during the trek? If you get the symptoms of altitude sickness you need to share it immediately to your trekking guide. In case of emergency he will arrange air evacuation (Helicopter charter) for your rescue. Do we have to carry our stuff by own? You will have porter with you to carry your duffel bag but you should carry a bag pack for keeping necessary accessories. [contact-form-7 id="380" title="Blog Contact"]