Ghorepani Jomsom Trek - 09 days

Ghorepani Jomsom Trek
At a Glance
  • Trip Duration13 Days
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Max. Altitude 3802 m/12,464 ft (Muktinath)
  • Starts at Jomsom
  • Ends at Pokhara
  • Activities Trekking
  • Best Time Spring (March-May) Autumn (Sept-Nov)
Highlights
  • Ghorepani Jomsom Trek.
  • Marpha- Typical Thakali Village,
  • Muktinath Temple- God of Salvation
  • Lower mustang landscape
  • Rhododendron Paradise- National flower
  • Mixed Cultural of Gurung, Magar, Thakali, Lho
  • Spectacular Himalays View of  Mt. Annapurna 8091m .Range and Dhaulagiri 8167m. Range

Jomsom muktinath trek starts with a one and half hour drive from pokhara to Nayapul after start to our trekking via Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani. The second day you will arrive at Ghorepani Village, Ghorepani is another gateway of Annapurna Trek. Ghorepani to Poon hill will takes about an hour uphill hike to catch spectacular sunrise views over the mighty Himalayas of Annapurna 8091m and Dhaulagiri 8167m range. Ghorepani-Jomsom Trekking guide you through the dense forest of Rhododendron toward beauitful Village Ghorepani, it is situated at an elevation of 2875m and is one of the biggest villages in the Annapurna mountain of Nepal. Then next day morning we go up to Poon Hill, which is very famous for panoramic view of Annapurna Himalayas range. It takes 1 hour walk from Ghorepani to reach the Poonhill. Ghorepani offers panoramic 360° views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas on a clear day along with the spectacular view of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, IV, V, Tukuche, Dhampus, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Barah Sikhar, Machhapuchhre.

From Ghorepani, we descend to tatopani, which is natural hot spring. Subsequently Ghorepani -Jomsom Trek passing through many fascinating Thakali villages called Marpha via Kali Gandaki gorge (Kali Gandaki Gorge is deepest george valley in the world). Marpha has compact settlement and more than 300 hundred years old village. The Marpha village is known as Apple kingdom too. They grow their organic apple in their own farm which they produce apple brandy. The Marpha Village has very high rank Buddhist monastery called Nyingma monastery. It is also known as Symbol of Guru Padmasambhavas. Ghorepani Jomsom Trekking continue along the way and then to the headquarter of the district called Jomsom. we head to the north to Kagbeni along the river side way of Kali Gandaki an ancient fortress settlement on the boarder of Upper Mustang trekking.

Then, we have a hike on the following day through to the Muktinath temple. The terrain at Muktinath gives way to the Tibetan plateau providing some of the fascinating rock formations on route, and step up an hour and reach Jharkot village from Kagbeni then we heading on to Muktinath and explore a day around Muktinath temple and descend to the Jomsom and next morning we flight to Pokhara. 

A1 Excursion Adventure offers you the 09 days Ghorepani-Jomsomtrek with popular route map, itinerary and trip costs detail. Annapurna region trekking is largest himalayas protected area of Nepal. As well as A1 Excursion Adventure always make a tailor-made trip for you. Ghorepani Jomsom Trek can be dome visesversa like fly to Jomsom then start trekking, which can be called Jomsom Ghorepani trek.

Itinerary
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We will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival and transfer you to the hotel for the overnight stay.

    After having breakfast in the morning today, we drive to Pokhara. It takes around 7 hours to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu by bus. You can also take the flight which take about 30 minutes and in the remaining time, take your time to explore the Pokhara city and Lakeside. We stay overnight at a guesthouse in Pokhara.

      Drive to Nayapul from Pokhara (1.5 hrs) and trek to Ghandruk (1940m).Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft centre and Gurung museum. From this village you could observe good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Ghandruk village is listed in World Heritage Site. Overnight at Ghandruk.

        Comparatively, today is the easiest trek. One has to trek through the forests of Rhododendron and oak One could hear soothing chirp of birds on the way. This trek is also offers best alternative for birds lovers.  En route, one can observe waterfalls, rocks, wild animals, birds and green valleys. Overnight at Tadapani.

                  Trek from Tukuche to Kalopani (2500m.) which takes about five and half hours. After trekking along rocky trail with some bushes at some point at the bank of Kali Gandaki for nearly two hours you reach Larjung. This is the view point for Dhaulagiri glacier, Tukuche peak, Dhaulgiri I and many others. You find apple orchard in and around Larjung. After trekking along flat leveled path you crossi a suspension bridge and passing jungle you reach Kokkethanti where you can enjoy lunch. There are good lodges lying at the bank of Kali Gandaki river. Finally you have to trek along flat leveled path passing few villages, lodges, crossing a suspension bridge to reach Kalopani. This is a magnificent village surrounded by verdant forest from where you can have closer view of Annapurna.

                    We make a steep climb up the Jhong Khola valley leaving Kagbeni, we then join the direct trail to Muktinath just below Khingar at 3,200m. From here trail continues high above the Jhong Khola to the imposing village of Jharkot at 3,500m. well worth exploring. As we leave Jharkot, the trail climbs up to our ultimate destination of Muktinath at 3,802m. We initially visit Ranipauwa, there are many teahouses and shops. Further 10 minutes walks up the hill, we will be rewarded with the actual religious site of Muktinath. Muktinath is a pilgrimage center for Buddhists and Hindus. Holy water flows from the 108 carved spouts surrounding the Vishnu temple in a grove of poplars. There are shrines in a grove of trees including a Buddhists Gompa & the Vishnu temple of Jwalamai. An old temple nearby shelters a spring and natural gas jets that provides Muktinath’s famous eternal flame. It’s the earth-water- fire combination that accounts for Muktinath’s great religious significance.

                        Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus. After a normal drive of seven hours, we reach Kathmandu. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, we head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where the Nepal's first Cable Car is operated to reach to Manakamana Temple. One can also fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu

                            Cost Includes
                            • Airport transfers domestic and international.
                            • All accommodation and meals during the trek – Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast with a cup of tea/coffee 3 times a day.
                            • 2 night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on Bed & Breakfast plan-Double sharing basis.
                            • 2 night hotel in Pokhara for Guest on Bed & Breakfast plan. - Double sharing basis
                            • Jomsom - Pokhara by flight 25 minutes
                            • Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu for GUEST and Staff and Pokhara to Nayapul by Private vehicle.
                            • An experienced English-speaking trekking guide and Experince porter (2 claint: 1 porter).
                            • Facilities needed for guide and porter like their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging.
                            • Sleeping bags and down jackets during the whole trekking (After completed trip, it should be returnable).
                            • All necessary paper work and permits (Annapurna National park permit, TIMS cards )
                            • A comprehensive medical kit.
                            • All government and local taxes.
                            Cost Excludes
                            • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc
                            • Extra nights in kathmandu and Pokhara.
                            • Any kind of unforeseen expenses etc.
                            • Travel and rescue insurance
                            • Tips for guide.
                            Useful Information

                            If the group size is above 12 pax then the leader will be FOC except the Trekking Permit taxes and fight ticket.

                            WHAT TO BRING

                            Trekking/Hiking Gears (Equipments)

                            • Duffel or Rucksack bag (If do not have then Duffel Bag Provided Returnable)
                            • Down Sleeping Bag (Provided Returnable)
                            • Inner Liner (Provided Returnable)
                            • Down Jacket (Provided Returnable)
                            • Daypack
                            • Hiking pants
                            • Water & wind proof  jacket
                            • Full – sleeves shirt
                            • Jumper or Fleece jacket
                            • Pair of T – Shirts
                            • Trekking boots (waterproof is better)
                            • Sandal, Toilet paper,
                            • COTTON THICK SOCKS(2 PAIRS)+Polypropylene/woolsocks(1PAIRS)
                            • Light cotton socks for under wool socks
                            • Woolen socks to wear with boots
                            • Sun hat
                            • Gloves
                            • Scarf
                            • Sun block (lotion) and lip Guard
                            • Moisture Cream
                            • Goggles or Sunglasses
                            • Thermal Long underwear Sets
                            • Insulated pants
                            • Trekking poles
                            • A pair of Crampon
                            • wind Breaker pants
                            • Water bottle
                            • Medical & first aid kit (Provided)
                            • Any personal special medicine
                            • Flash light or head lamp
                            • Batteries and bulbs
                            • Swiss army knife
                            • Mobile or Camara  charging cable with Adaptor
                            • Personal Dry towel
                            • Personal toiletries and medication which should be labeled.
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