Khopra Danda & Jomsom Muktinath Trek - 15 Days

A Himalayan Trekkers representative will pick you up from the airport and escort you to the respective hotel.

You have an option to either fly or drive. For the first time, it is worthy to drive 7 hours and enjoy the beautiful landscape on the way with majestic Mountain views along the road. Or you can choose the scenic flight of 30 minutes. You can see 3 of the world’s tallest mountains from the window during the flight. Taking a flight saves time and allows you time to explore some attractions of Pokhara and stroll around the beautiful city.

You will start early in the morning immediately after breakfast on a drive to Nayapul, the starting point of the trek. The 2 hours drive offers the view of beautiful landscapes, villages, and farmlands, with Mount Fishtail in the background. As soon as you reach Nayapul, you will start the trek to Ghandruk. Ghandruk is a famous village of the Gurkhas and many youths from this village have been part of the British Gurkha Regiment. You will explore the village and enjoy the sunset over Mt. Annapurna South.

After a warm breakfast, you will be ascending slowly towards Tadapani, passing on through Bheri Khara, a place with lush greenery and richness in flora and fauna. Pheasants of several types are seen along the way including a lot of Himalayan birds. The hike is very pleasant and the view of Mt. Fishtail and Annapurna Range add to the beauty of the area. Overnight at Tadapani.

Today you will walk along the trail to Annapurna Base Camp. The trail passes through dense forests, lush rhododendron trees and overlooked by the mighty Fishtail until you reach the resting point at Masher (2969 m). From here you will linger to a higher altitude, involving gradual climbing and stop at Haire (3137m) for lunch. After luch an hour and a half walk will take you to Dobato (3426m) where you can see a splendid view of greenery and mountain. You will spend overnight at Dobato.

You wake up early for an early start today for the sunrise view. You will walk to the Hilltop at Dobato at dawn and after walking for 40 minutes uphill, you can see the range of mountains including Lamjung, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and many more. After sunrise view, you will be heading back to Dobato and have your lunch there. Then, you will head towards Shistibumg.

After breakfast, you will have a steep climb to reach the top of the Vantage point. This will be the most exciting day of the trek in the Annapurna region. This ridge can be reached after 3 hours of walk from Shistibumg which offers a panoramic 240-degree view of the mountains in the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri range. After spending plenty of time on the cliff, you will return back to your camp around sunset. Overnight at Kopra Ridge.

After breakfast, you will descend down to the river followed by a bit of an ascend through beautiful forest. After a gradual day walk in a lush forest of rhododendron and occasional steep descent, you will reach Swanta for Lunch. As it is a bigger settlement, you can engage in various activities such as visiting the school and the monastery or taking a stroll around the main village center. 

Today after breakfast, you head towards Tatopani. Tatopani is a natural Hot Spring. People have a belief that if you dip yourself in this pond, then it can cure many diseases.

The trail from Swotha to Tatopani is a downward trail. You pass by the side of Kaligandaki River, the deepest gorge. It is a beautiful village near the river with amazing landscapes. Stay overnight at Tatopani.

Jomsom is one of the very popular trekking routes in Nepal. The trail goes by the bank of Kaligandaki River. In case you are a bit exhausted to do the walk, you may even take a vehicle ride to Jomsom. On the way, you will encounter the largest waterfall, Ruptse. You pass by many beautiful villages like Lete, Kobang, Tukuche, Marpha.

Marpha is very famous for the apple orchard. You should definitely taste the apples grown here if you get the chance.

Apart from the villages, you will see the amazing and distinct landscapes. Also, the view of snow-capped mountains such as Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Dhampus Peak, Tilicho peak, & many more, will make you stumped. 

The region is dominated by Thakali Culture. Jomsom is the capital of Mustang district. The distance is about 4-5 hrs drive.

It will take about 5-6 hrs walk and the altitude rise almost 1000m but it will not feel so because the trail is gradual & the atmosphere is pleasant. The landscape is similar to Tibet so it is also referred to as Little Tibet. The main attraction is the Muktinath Temple, and also many other age-old Gumbas. From the temple, you can view Muktinath Himal, Tukuche peak, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Dhampus Peak, Tilicho peak, etc. People of both Buddhists and Hindu culture reside there and the temple is worshipped by both the religions. Another interesting Gumba here is Aani Gumba where there are only female monks. You pass through Kaligandaki also known as the fossils valley (Shaligram). Overnight at Muktinath in the best available guest house.

Today you take the same way back. After an hour of walking, you reach Jharkot. This village has been able to preserve the age-old monasteries and the distinct culture. An interesting culture followed here is that the parents must give away their second child to the Gumba where they become monks. The monks, either they be a girl or a boy, spend their lives in the Gumba, staying unmarried forever, praying 5 to 7 times a day, following the strict rules and rituals inside as well as outside the Gumba.

You continue your trek from Jharkot to Kagbeni. Kagbeni is a gateway to Upper Mustang and even a Spiritual site for Hindus and Buddhists. You pass by the bank of Kaligandaki Riverbank. Kaligandaki is also known as the windy valley. There are many cliffs and caves in this region. You can also take a halt by the river bank and search for some fossils. The most popular fossils are Shaligram (Nepali Name), which is worshipped as Lord Bishnu by the Hindus.

After lunch, you continue towards Jomsom for next 2/3 hrs. Overnight at a Guest House in Jomsom.

After breakfast, you will fly back to Pokhara. Spend rest of the day exploring this beautiful city, boating, enjoying the view from the Lakeside, trying different dishes, and many more activities. Overnight at a hotel.

After breakfast, you will fly or drive to Kathmandu. Afternoon you are free to roam around on your own. Evening dinner with the Himalayan trekkers team where you can share your feedback and experience.

You will be dropped off at the airport for your final flight from Nepal.