Once is Not Enough for Naturally Nepal
The Jomsom Trek (part of the Annapurna circuit) is indeed a classic trek, which follows the Kali Gandaki valley between two popular peaks - Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. The region stretches to the northern part of the Himalayan range, and the Tibetan Plateau, which is a very dry and desert-like area. The diversity of land and indigenous Nepali cultures found along its route reflects the true Nepalese rural life.
After passing Jomsom, it takes several days to reach the final major destination – Muktinath, the holy temple for Hindus and Buddhists. The Jomsom trek starts and ends in Nayapul, nearly one-hour travel from Pokhara. The Kali Gandaki River, which carved the gorge, joins with the Ganges in India is a major attraction of this trek.
This trek can be recommended year-round even though most of this trek lies within the rain shadow. Flights can also be arranged from Jomsom to Pokhara.
Day 01 Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel. Group meeting programme for detailed information about trekking. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Driving approx. 6 hours by tourist bus. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 One hour drive to Nayapul by car/van, trek to Tikhedhunga (1577 mt.). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 04 Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2835mt.). Walking 6 ½ hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 05 Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210 mt.) to see 220 degree panoramic view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range and sunrise, trek to Sikha (1980 mt.).Walking 4 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 06 Sikha to Tatopani (1189 mt.). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 07 Tato Pani to Ghasa (2085 mt.). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 08 Ghasa to Larjung (2550 mt.). Walking 4 ½ hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 09 Larjung to Marpha (2670 mt.). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 10 Marpha to Kagbeni (2810 mt.). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 11 Kagben to Muktinath (3802 mt.). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 12 Muktinath to Jomsom (2713 mt.). Walking 5 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 13 Early morning fly back to Pokhara (short and scenic flight about 20 min. between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range). Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 Transfer to airport for departure from Nepal.