The Jomsom Trek is popular trek in Nepal with it beautiful landscape.
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.The land is also covered with other glittering snow peaks like Nilgiri, Tukche and Muktinath, the famous shrine of Hindus.
This Jomsom trek offers an excellent hotel facility. If you are keen to
held on to your home comforts. Never raising above 3000m the trekfurthermore presents few altitude problems. Nevertheless, you are rewarded with some spectacular and unusual views of the high Annapurna. A trek of the narrow Kaligandaki valley, the deepest gorge in the world will bring you almost to the base of Nilgiri and in to the Mustang area. The views are breathtaking although clouds roll in early morning.
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
Facts of the Trek
Trek Name
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Jomsom Trekking
Trek Duration
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09 Days
Best Season
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February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.
Drive: Car/Van/Bus to /Pokhara and Flight: Pokhara/Jomsom
Price
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Trekking Map
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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
If above itinerary couldn’t meet your needs, we can design a tailor-made itinerary to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make it shorter or longer.
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.
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Cost Includes :
Cost Excludes:
Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van/bus
3 nights hotel in Kathmandu B / B
2 nights hotel in Pokhara B/B
Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide
All meals during trekking 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners)
Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek
Government Licensed holder English speaking Trekking Guides and Porters during the trek
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.
All local Transportation from and to Kathmandu by private car/tourist bus
Meals whilst in Kathmandu & Pokhara Aprox, US$ 12 to US$ 16 per day.
Airfare domestic / international
Nepal entry visa fee US$ 25 (duration 15 days from date of issue), US$ 40 (duration 30 days from the date of issue) you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu . You will require 2 passport size photos.
Airport tax domestic( Nepali Rupees 170)
All kind of drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, telephone call, internet. Camera battery charging
Personal Trekking Equipment.
Personal travel and medical insurance
Tips for trekking staff (Tipping is expected).
Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees.
Any kind of personal expense / Helicopter rescue
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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