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| Jomsom - Muktinath Trek |
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Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and altitude variation. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mount Everest at 8,848 meters, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in climatic conditions from sub-tropical to artic. This wild variation fosters an incredible variety of ecosystems, the greatest mountain range on earth, thick tropical jungles teeming with a wealth of wildlife, thundering rivers, forested hills and frozen valleys. |
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Within this spectacular geography is also one of the richest cultural landscapes. The country has ethnic groups and sub-groups who speak over 93 languages and dialects. |
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Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure opportunities found nowhere else on earth. And you can join in the numerous annual festivals that are celebrated throughout the year in traditional style highlighting the enduring customs and beliefs. |
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| Duration : 14 Nights / 15 days |
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Jomsom trek is reputed in Nepalese as a skyline trek. 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. |
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| Trek Facts |
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Kathmandu |
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| Ending at |
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Pokhara |
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| Grade |
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Easy |
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| Highest access of the trek |
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3800m (Muktinath) |
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| Culture |
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Gurung, Magar, Thakali |
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| Mode of trekking tour |
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Teahouse |
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| Himalayan sights |
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Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Annapurna range, Manaslu, Nilgiri etc |
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| Most Attraction of the trek |
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Mountain View, villages, Monastary |
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| Day 01 |
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Arrival in Kathmandu at 15 H 40 Overnight in Hotel Park Village (Kathmandu) 1350 M |
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| Day 02 |
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Pick up from Hotel at 9:30 A:M and Full day guided sight seen to PashupatiNath, Boudha Nath followed by lunch at 1 P.M. then drive to Swyambhu Nath and Kathmandu Durbar Square and back to Hotel approximately by 5 P.M (in Kathmandu and overnight in Kathmandu). |
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In Kathmandu- After breakfast around 10:30 A.M. pick up from the Hotel and drop to Thamel- Guests would be exploring by their own and Pick up at 5 P.M and drop to Hotel. |
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Pick up from Hotel around 9 A.M. and drive to Bhaktapur (45 min) sightseeing in Bhaktapur then drive to Patan lunch sightseeing and drive back to Kathmandu at 4 P.M, Evening meetings and final briefing for the trek. |
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KATHMANDU / JOMSOM [2713m] a one hour spectacular mountain flight which takes us out to central western Nepal, past some of the highest mountains in the world, including Dhaulagri and Annapurna 1. These peaks have been the focal point of explorers, dreamers, pioneers and adventurers for generations. An aerial discovery is an opportunity to share in the romance and glory of the world’s most famous mountains. Today, we stay at Jomsom the view down the stony plains of the Kali Gandaki to the vast white-topped wall of the Nilgiris, is simply stunning. If you want to explore there is a Mustang Museum. |
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Jomsom Trek to Muktinath [3800m] 4 hrs.
Continuing along the Jhong Khola Valley we pass through the fortress-like village of Jharkot before reaching Muktinath with its temples and religious shrines. Muktinath is an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. [Walk approx 4-5 hours].
The famous Mukthinath temple [Temple of Lord Vishnu] is at the highest point of the trek, at 3710 metres, perched below the formidable Torung La. Along the route, fascinating traditional villages of Thakali, and other Tibetan origin people. |
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| Day 07 |
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Rest day and exploration in Muktinath. |
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Trek to Marpha [2665m] 6 hrs
We have a nice morning's walk down the Kali Gandaki riverbed, looking for saligrams along the way, to Jomsom, the administrative center for the region. The Kali Gandaki valley gets incredibly windy in the early afternoon, so important to arrive before noon; we'll have lunch in Jomsom, and there is a bank if anyone needs to change money. Then another few hours to Marpha along the same riverbed. Marpha is a white-washed village of cobbled streets, small shops, horses and donkeys, a recently rebuilt gompa and caves above the village, and a wonderful place to stop for the evening.
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Trek to Ghasa [2470m] 6 hrs
We continue descending the Kali Gandaki Gorge to Tukuche, a delightful village with a large gompa. Beyond Tukuche we walk along the west bank of the Kali Gandaki towards Larjung. Here, as in many of the villages in this area, narrow alleyways and tunnels connect houses with enclosed courtyards, providing protection against the winds blowing up the valley. We make our way through pine, juniper and cypress forests to Kalopani, enjoying fine views of Annapurna I and Fang. Ghasa, our next desination, lies an hour beyond Kalopani. |
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Trek to Tatopani [1160m] 6 hrs
Another long day, but well worth the effort to get to Tatopani, where the double hot springs are situated scenically next to the riverbed, well-deserved massages are offered by the hot springs, the bakeries are heaven, oranges and lemons fall from the fruit trees and the monkeys play across the river. |
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Trek to Ghorepani [2775m] 7 hrsGet ready for some more hills! Today's walk is a hot one, and quite strenuous as we branch off after an hour of walking from Tatopani from the trail heading to Beni, and take the Ghorepani trail, starting straight up hill.
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Breakfast and trek to Nayapul (5 hrs) and Drive to Pokhara (1hour) and Check into Hotel (End of the trek)
A golden, scenic last day of trekking through the terraced rice fields below ghorepani About four hours should be enough for us to make it to Naya Pul (new bridge), where we check out of the Annapurna Sanctuary Area, cross the bridge, and catch our ride back to Pokhara, just an hour or so down the road
Our mid-afternoon arrival allows us to enjoy sunset with the Annapurna massif in the background. We’ll stay at the Fishtail Lodge, situated lakeside next to the Pokhara Valley. It has spectacular, panoramic views of Machhapuchhare (Fishtail Mountain) and three of the world’s 8,000m peaks, Daulagiri, Manaslu, and Annapurna. |
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Rest day in Pokhara
Today is yours to enjoy with a plethora of options: explore Pokhara town, try paragliding, go fishing, boating, trekking, bird watching, golfing or curl up in a comfy chair in Colonel Jimmy’s Library and read about some of the area’s famous mountain expeditions. A beautiful swimming pool is also located in a strategic site at the end of a ridge and reflects the high mountains which drop away to the Bijaypur River far below. Talk about options!
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Drive back to Kathmandu and evening check into Hotel. |
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Kathmandu / Depart |
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