Jomsom to Muktinath trek is one of the famous trek to do in the Annapurna Region. It is only 9 days treks with the magnificent mountain views. This is the nice trekking route if you want to avoid high altitudes. The Jomsom trek is a classic teahouse trek and here you will find the best lodges in Nepal with great food also. You will also find the hotels run by one of the caste of Nepal called as Thakalis. You will also see different caste of Nepal like Magars, Brahmins, Thakalis etc. In Jomsom and Muktinath trekking trail is often covered with donkeys and ponies traveling to Mustang and other areas. The few attractions of the Jomsom - Muktinath trekking route are the typical Mustang villages such as Tukuche, Marpha and Jharkot with its medieval King's Palace and Bonpo Gompa. Not to forget the deepest gorge Kaligandaki route which is the added attraction of the this trek.
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Naya Pul to Tikhedunga
Day 2 - Tikhedhunga to Ghorapani
Day 3 - Ghorapani to Tatopani
Day 4 - Tatopani to Ghasa
Day 5 - Ghasa to Larjung
Day 6 - Larjung to Marpha
Day 7 - Marpha to Kagbeni
Day 8 - Kagbeni to Muktinath
Day 9 - Muktinath to Jomsom
The Jomsom - Muktinath trek is possible throughout the year but the best season is in the month of October to December and March to April.
A positively reviewed trekking agency for the Jomsom Trekking is The Mountain House trekking/travel agency in Pokhara.
trekking features
- teahouse / lodge trek
- Length >7 days and < 14 days
- Maximum Altitude >3000m and <4000m
- Difficulty - Medium
Jomsom - Muktinath Trek details