About This Tour
About This Tour
The Jomsom Muktinath Trek follows the Kali Gandaki river through the deepest gorge in the world, passing between the massive flanks of Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna I (8,091m). The destination is Muktinath Temple (3,800m), one of Nepal’s most important pilgrimage sites — sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists, where natural gas flames burn eternally alongside a spring-fed water source. Pilgrims from across South Asia come here believing the site grants salvation.
Beyond the spiritual significance, this trek passes through the heart of Thakali country — a culturally distinct region famous across Nepal for its cuisine, hospitality, and entrepreneurial spirit. You eat the best dal bhat on any Nepal trek, sleep in well-maintained Thakali lodges, and walk through apple orchards that produce the brandy and cider that have made Marpha village famous.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu
- Day 2: Drive or fly to Pokhara
- Day 3: Fly Pokhara to Jomsom (2,720m), trek to Kagbeni (2,810m)
- Day 4: Trek to Muktinath Temple (3,800m)
- Day 5: Explore Muktinath, return to Kagbeni
- Day 6: Trek to Marpha (2,670m), visit apple orchards
- Day 7: Trek to Kalopani (2,530m), hot springs
- Day 8: Trek to Tatopani (1,190m) or drive to Pokhara
- Day 9: Drive or fly to Kathmandu
- Day 10: Departure
What's Included
- Licensed, experienced trekking guide
- Porter support where included in your package
- Trekking permits and conservation/entry fees for the route
- Accommodation in teahouses, lodges or homestays on the trail
- Meals on the trek as per your chosen package
- Ground transport to and from the trailhead
- Pre-trip briefing and route orientation
- Eco Holiday Asia trip coordination and in-country support
- Included items may vary by package type. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.
What's Not Included
- International flights to and from Nepal
- Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
- Domestic flights unless listed in Included
- Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
- Tips for your guide, porter and support team
- Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
- Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs
Tour Factsheet
Community Impact of This Trip
The Thakali people have been running lodges and restaurants along this route for decades. Tourism is woven into their culture. Your stay supports families who take genuine pride in their hospitality, along with temple maintenance funds and community orchards.
Responsible Travel Notes
- Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
- Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
- Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
- Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
- Respect sacred sites and community customs
- Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas
Frequently Asked Questions
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