Trekking Name Pokhra Annapurna Jomsom Trekking District Location Annapurna Jomsom Duration 12 days mountain lodge Altitude 3800 m Grade Easy and Toguh Best Time To Visit March to November Places to Visit

Annapurna Jomsom trek commences with a 30-minute early morning flight to Jomsom, the major trading center in lower Mustang. From Jomsom, we head north to Kagbeni, an ancient fortress settlement on the boarder of Upper Mustang. Kagbeni has many interesting aspects and its ways of life have changed little although some rather inappropriate concrete lodges which have been built over the last few years hardly compliment what is otherwise a lovely little place. The following day is a four hour hike through arid country up to the temple of Muktinath . The terrain here gradually gives way to the Tibetan plateau providing some fascinating rock formations on route. Rather than spending overnight at Muktinath ( which over the years has become bland) we retrace our steps for an hour or so to reach Jarkot village. This village has in the main managed to retain its traditional way of life. The following few days are spent traveling back along the Kali Gandaki gorge passing through many fascinating Thakali villages along the way.

Marpha village in particular is a very pleasant "stop off" point. It is famous for its apple brandy (you can visit the brewery). On from Marpha towards Kalapani where the scenery changes becoming a lot more alpine. A further two days through pine forests towards the hot springs of Tatopani where we rest up for a day. Two more days trekking up before reaching Ghorepani and Poon hill for sun rise over the Himalayas . On our return we stop for one night in the beautiful large Gurung village of Ghandruk .... great views of Annapurna south and Macchapachare. Our last day is an easy descent to Nayapul where transport awaits for the one & half hour journey to the hotel in Pokhara. A very rewarding trek providing insight into different cultures as well as a wide range of scenery and tremendous mountain views.

Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrival Kathmandu - hotel transfer - tour briefing
Day 02 - At leisure in Kathmandu
Day 03 - Drive or flight to Pokhara (6 hours)
Day 04 - Flight to Jomsom - trek to Kagbeni (2800m)
Day 05 - Trek to Muktinath (Jharkot) - 3200 m.
Day 06 - Jharkot - Marpha village (2670m)
Day 07 - Kalopani - Ghasa (2010m)
Day 08 - Ghasa - Tatopani (1190m)
Day 09 - Tatopani - Chitre (2390m)
Day 10 - Chitre - Ghorepani (2750m)
Day 11 - Chitre / Ghorepani (2750m)
Day 12 - Ghorepani / Poon Hill / Tadapani (2520m)
Day 13 - Tadapani / Ghandruk (1940m)
Day 14 - Ghandruk / Nayapul then drive to Pokhara
Day 15 - Pokhara at leisure
Day 16 - Flight to Kathmandu (30 mins) transfer Hotel.
Day 16 - At leisure in Kathmandu
Day 17 - Transfer airport - flight to onward destination

Jomsom Pokhara Trekking - 14 Days

The Jomsom trek is a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region with a shorter trek. The 6 day trek to Jomsom is essentially the last third of the Annapurna circuit. The trip starts just north of the city of Pokhara and winds through the Poon Hill area and then passes the Dhalagiri icefall giving you a prime view of all the mountains. After reaching Jomsom the trek heads up to Muktinath, an important pilgrimage place for Buddhists and Hindu's which lies on the Tibetan plateau. This area gives you a look at the high and dry landscape that is all the Tibetan plateau. The trek ends with a plane ride from Jomsom to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu. This is one of the lower elevation treks that we offer rising to only 3800 m.

Itinerary outline

Day 01 - Kathmandu arrival/ transfer to hotel/ our represent will be at the airport to receive you on your arrival. Just look for Eco Trek's banner.
Day 02 - Kathmandu guided city tour.
Day 03 - Kathmandu - Pokhara / road
Day 04 - Pokhara Jomsom flight / Trek to Kagbeni
Day 05 - Trek to Muktinath
Day 06 - Trek to Marpha
Day 07 - Trek to Ghasa
Day 08 - Trek to Tatopani
Day 09 - Trek to Ghodepani (long day / hiking up)
Day 10 - Trek to Tadapani
Day 11 - Trek to Ghandrung
Day 12 - Trek to Birethati / Pokhara
Day 13 - Pokhara Kathmandu by road/flight
Day 14 - Departure/ drive to airport (or you can stay as longer as your time permits).

Minimum Group size: 2
Season: March to November
Grading: 3
Departure date: as per your convenience.

Included Kathmandu-Pokhara,
airport pick up,
accommodation on twin sharing basis,
a day guided tour.

Trekking
Daily itinerary as described,
all inclusive camping or lodge trek with English speaking guide and porters,
all meals on trek,
all fees and land transportation,
coffee and boiled water.
Flights (as mentioned on the itinerary).

Not Included
Bottled beverages,
tips,
items of a personal nature,
delay due to weather,
equipment failure or situations beyond our control.