Group Size
Min 1 Max 15
Duration
15 Days
Grade
Max. Altitude
3,800m/12,478ft
Activity
Trekking in Nepal
Accomodation
Trip Overview
Highlights
- World’s deepest gorge – Kali Gandaki
- Ancient trading route to Tibet
- Gateway to hidden Mustang region
- Poonhill – A famous hill station & Muktinath
Trip Overview
Annapurna Jomsom Trek is one of the classic adventure treks that allows ample opportunity to witness opulence of culture and wilderness existing in Annapurna region. Annapurna Jomsom trekking follows the ancient trade route that has been in use since primordial days for trade in between Tibet and locals of Annapurna. We will walk along world’s deepest Kali Gandaki gorge to the temple of Salvation God- Muktinath where we can observe eternal flame. 108 Water taps increase the glory of Muktinath temple complex.
Annapurna Jomsom Trekking takes us to Jomsom which is the famous gateway to hidden Mustang region. One can experience different aspect of Nepal in this trek. The sharp change in altitude enables us to experience diverse wildlife, climate, weather, landscape and culture. The path is scenic with views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna Mountain Range and other mountains over 8000m. The combination of natural and cultural wealth makes Annapurna Jomsom trek a once in a lifetime experience.
Highland Expeditions organizes exceptional 15-days Annapurna Jomsom trek itinerary. A team of highly experienced staffs coupled with uncompromising logistics support and carefully handpicked itinerary drafted by the travel expert ensures the memorable trekking experience. September to November and March to May are best season for Annapurna Jomsom trek. The path becomes colorful with array of blooming rhododendrons in Spring season (March to April). The path is moderately strenuous and since there is sharp increase in altitude, there should be concern for High Altitude Sickness. We suggest the enthusiasts to prepare themselves with light exercise before joining the trek.
Trip Profile
– Equipment (Down Jacket, Sleeping bag wt liner, Duffel bag) worth of USD 300 provided for trekking
– Comprehensive first aid kit with oxygen backup for all high altitude treks
– Satellite phone for emergency purpose
– Fully guided trek with an expert leader and team of dedicated staff
– Medical trained staff with English language proficiency
– All meals (B,L,D) and accommodation included on trek
– Reasonable price with no hidden cost
– High staff to client ratio on all trips
– Higher success ratio
Your safety is of imperative concern while traveling with Highland Expeditions. Please take care to note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to your safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather or health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The trek leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Trip Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal. Upon completing the visa formalities and collecting your luggages in the airport, kindly proceed to the exit of the arrival hall. Your trip leader will await you just outside the arrival hall and will escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Please look out for a placard of Highland Expeditions at the exit of arrival hall. Welcome drinks will be served and after you’ve refreshed, your trek leader will brief you about your trip in the lobby of your hotel in the evening. Get familiar with your surroundings by taking a walk down the street
Exploration of Kathmandu & trek orientation [1 Day 02 - Exploration of Kathmandu & trek orientation
Today we explore Kathmandu on an organized sightseeing tour. This will include a visit to the Bouddhanath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world. We also visit Pashupatinath, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River and home to the most famous Hindu temple in the country. Here we will see Hindu holy men (sadhus) and pilgrims performing ritual bathing, and occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the ghats. The cremation site here is used by the royal family and also for the simple man living next door. Your early afternoon will be free to relax in the hotel garden or visit Thamel for some curious shopping. You will be given your trek departure orientation in the afternoon by our senior guide.
Meals:
Breakfast
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
1,350m/4,430ft
Drive to Pokhara
Kathmandu is located 200km far from Pokhara. Following Prithvi Highway for about 6 hrs, we will reach Pokhara. The route is scenic as journey continues through countryside area. Enroute, we can get views of Trishuli River and Cable Car taking pilgrims to the Mankamana Temple- the wish fulfilling goddess. Pokhara is the clean and green city. We will visit Phewa Lake in the evening. Stay overnight in hotel in Lakeside, Pokhara.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
827m/2,714ft
Fly to Jomsom and Trek to Kagbeni
15 minutes of flight will take us to Jomsom from Pokhara. The flight is pleasant with scenic views of gorge in between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountains. From Jomsom, we will walk along the side of the valley to Kagbeni (2750m). Jomsom is an administrative centre of the region. We will cross the river to the eastern edge and continue walking to Eklai Bhatti village (2730m). We will move along river to Kagbeni (2810m) that is located at the juncture of Jhong River and Kali Gandaki. The village is influenced by Tibetan culture. Stay overnight in Kagbeni.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
3-4 hrs
Max Elevation:
2,895 m/9,490ft
Trek to Muktinath
Leaving Kagbeni, we will climb through the Jhong River valley and then head all the way to Muktinath. We will follow the ascending trail above Jhong River to Jharkot village (3500m). Leaving Jharkot village, we will follow the ascending trail to Muktinath (3802m). We need to reach Ranipauwa village. The religious site of Muktinath is located 10 minutes of walk far from Ranipauwa. Stay overnight in Muktinath.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
6-7 hrs
Max Elevation:
3,800m/12,478ft
Exploration of Muktinath and surrounding areas
Muktinath is one of the major pilgrimage sites of Hindu and Buddhist devotees. 108 water spouts and Vishnu temple are places of interest in Muktinath temple complex. One Buddhist Gompa is located near Vishnu temple. One can also witness eternal flame in Jwala Mai Temple. We will explore nearby monasteries and temples and stay overnight in Muktinath.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
3-4 hrs
Max Elevation:
3,800m/12,478ft
Trek to Marpha
our journey carries on with a 1,200m of descent to the Kaligandaki river valley floor, with a brief stop at Ekale bhatti which means ‘a lonely teahouse’, at present its a small settlement with 3-4 teahouses. From here onwards, the valley gets very windy in the afternoon time as we here the howling of the wind right in the ears, the walk follows the gentle trail for another two hours till the large town of Jomsom is reached. Jomsom, a little hilly town and headquarters of the Mustang region with a small airstrip is just above the Kaligandaki River. Another two hours of easy walk from Jomsom towards the south east brings us to Marpha for the overnight stop, which is little gem, with whitewashed houses, paved streets and numerous well-kept lodges.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
5-6 hrs
Max Elevation:
2,760m/9,056ft
Trek to Lete
From Marpha, we will walk along whitewashed houses and crop fields and arrive at the bank of Kaligandaki River. Walking along Kaligandaki River, we will reach Tukche which is the culturally rich village of Thakali ethnics. We will visit the local gompa and move along the western bank of the Kali Gandaki to Larjung. We will move along narrow alleyways and tunnels that will take us to forest area. Crossing pine and juniper forest, we will reach Kalppani from where we can get panoramic view of Annapurna I Mountain. Half an hour of trek from Kalopani will take us to Lete where we will stay overnight.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
5-6 hrs
Max Elevation:
2,480m/8,137ft
Trek to Tatopani
Leaving Lete early in the morning, we will lower down through forest area to Ghasa which is the last Thakali village and also the final southern village that follows Tibetan Buddhism. Walking through narrow gorge after Ghasa, we will reach Rupse village where we can witness cascading waterfall. From Rupse, we will reach Dana which is a Magar village. Dana greets us with close-up view of Annapurna South. We will lower down to Tatopani where we can take bath in natural hot springs. Stay overnight in Tatopani.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
5-6 hrs
Max Elevation:
1,190m/3,905ft
Trek to Ghorepani
We will lower down from Tatopani and arrive at suspension bridge over river. Crossing the river, we will exit from Kaligandaki valley and walk through small Sikha and Chitre villages to forest. The trail contours up through rhododendron forest to Deurali Pass (2834m). The top of pass greets us with awe-inspiring views of Dhaulagiri Mountain, Nilgiri Mountain, Annapurna I Mountain, Annapurna South Mountain and other peaks and mountains. Brief walk from Deurali will take us to Ghorepani (Horse water). The place is used as a watering spot by horse and donkeys that travel in between Pokhara and Jomsom. Stay overnight in Ghorepani.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
4-5 hrs
Max Elevation:
2,750m/9,033ft
Early morning hike up to Poonhill and trek to Tadapani
After wake up call, we will leave our hotel and rush towards Poon hill. This is the best hill station in Pokhara for sunrise view. We will reach Poonhill early at dawn so that we do not miss the sunrise view over Annapurna from Poonhill. Along with sunrise view, Poonhill offers close-up views of more than 10 mountains. We will lower down from Poonhill and reach Tadapani through forest area where we will stay overnight.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Teahouse/Lodge
Duration:
6-7 hrs
Max Elevation:
3,210m/10,532ft
Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
From Tadapani, we will walk through forest area for about 3hrs to reach the big Gurung village of Ghandruk. We will follow the lowering trail through Ulleri and move through stone steps to Hile. Sharp descend from Hile will take us to Birethanti. From Birethanti, we will move to Nayapul, from where we will take a drive back to Pokhara
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Duration:
3-4 hrs
Max Elevation:
827m/2,714ft
Drive back to Kathmandu
In the morning hours we might do some last hour shopping too. After that, we drive to Kathmandu. We grab seats on the left aisle of the vehicle for the best views of the rivers along the highway because it’s our last time we’ll probably see them. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we get transferred to our hotel; and we spend the day at our own leisure, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
1,350m/4,430ft
Free day in Kathmandu
Free and easy day to spend, perhaps doing shopping or rest at hotel’s beautiful court-yard. At eventide, we will relish a farewell dinner to celebrate your successful completion of the ‘Annapurna Jomsom Trek.’ While enjoying our supper, we will also be entertained to a scintillating cultural dance performed by the local belles
Please do not hesitate to let us know if you would like to extend your stay. Kindly email us for more details on extensions.
Meals:
Breakfast,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
1,350m/4,430ft
International departure
Thank you for joining us on this trek and it has been a pleasure getting to know you during this time. We hope this venture has enriched your experience with happy memories. You will be assisted in your last minute preparation. Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. Bon voyage for a safe and pleasant trip home. Safe Journey!! We hope to see you again.
Meals:
Breakfast
Availability
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Cost Inclusion
- All meals (B,L,D) on OPEN/CHOICE Menu whilst on trek with tea & coffee.
- Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu guest house or similar category for 4 nights with breakfast
- Twin sharing accommodation at Hotel Dandelion or similar category for 2 nights
- Internal flights (Pokhara – Jomsom)
- Accommodation at clean and cozy teahouses/lodges on trek
- All ground transportation as per mentioned in the itinerary on private vehicle
- All required permits for trek (TIMS Card and ACAP)
- Experienced local trek leader with 1:4 assistant guide to client ratio
- Full support crew with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers
- Sightseeing of Kathmandu including guide and entrance fees
- Kathmandu airport transfers and escorts
- Comprehensive first aid kit.
- Duffel bag, Sleeping bag with liner and Down Jacket (Sleeping bag and down jacket must be returned after completion of trek)
- Staff insurances and allowances
- Trek completion certificate (Upon request)
Cost Exclusion
- International airfare, Visa and travel insurance
- Meals at Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu or on trek for any reason (Early arrival or delay, Early arrival from trek due to any reason)
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for staff
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