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Annapurna Kali Gandaki Trek Via Jomsom – 13 Days

  • Max Elevation: 4000 m
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with a 3 cup of tea / coffee
  • Group Size: 2 Min Pax
  • Starts at: Kathmandu
  • Ends at: Kathmandu
  • Trip Route:

    Annapurna Region

  • Best Season: Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November)

Trip Highlights

  • Witness stunning peaks like Annapurna?, Annapurna south, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, and Tukuche peak, among others
  • Explore the dramatic landscapes, towering cliffs, and the roaring Kali Gandaki River
  • Visiting Muktinath temple to seek blessings and spiritual solace
  • Experience mesmerizing sunrise over the Himalayas from the top of Poon Hill, with sweeping views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
  • Tatopani known for its natural hot springs
  • Opportunity to taste local apple products, such as apple brandy and dried apples
  • Visit Kagbeni village showcasing Tibetan influenced architecture, monasteries, and the ancient Kag Chode Thupten Samphel Ling monastery
  • Encounter diverse flora and fauna including rhododendron forests, pine trees, and a variety of bird species
  • Experience the warm hospitality of the locals, taste local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the mountain culture
  • Offers the thrill of trekking through challenging terrains, crossing suspension bridges, and surrounded by nature’s grandeur

Trip Information

Overview

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (Tribhuwan International Airport)

On the very first Day of your arrival in Kathmandu; our representatives will be before you to for pickup and drop to your desired hotel as per the inquiry made by you. This day will be for your recreation and if the mood permits we will be providing you a guided tour to the local markets to make you familiar with Nepalese culture and environment. Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Drive to pokhara ( 7 hrs )

You can either take a 30 minutes flight to Pokhara or prefer a bus trip of 7 hours. We will prefer you to take a bus if you wish to observe the culture and nature from more close. If you go by flight; you can get involved in a half day sightseeing tour of Pokhara and enjoy the activities like boating too. Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara.

Day 3: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Hile ( 1400 m) ( 3 hrs)

The early morning we will be taking a bus from the bus station near Pokhara airport to reach Nayapul the starting point of most of trekking in Annapurna region as well as ours. We will then trek to Hilethrough Birethanti (1015 meters) along Modi khola (river) and it will take us about 3 hours to reach there at an altitude of 1400 meters. Overnight: Guest House in Hile.

Day 4: Trek from Hile to Ghorepani (2855 m) ( 7 hrs)

We will walk through the rhododendron trail along the oak trees to complete today’s magnificent trek. We will enjoy the chirping of birds as well as the colorful butterflies. It will take about 7 hours to reach Ghorepani from Hile. We will stay overnight at the guesthouse in Ghorepani at an altitude of 2855 meters.

Day 5: Trek from Ghorepani to Tatopani via Poon Hill ( 2,020 m) ( 6-8 hrs)

The early morning we will be trekking for an hour to reach Poon Hill for watching the spectacular sunrise over the mountain range of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri Peak and a lot more. We will then return back to Ghorepani and after lunch we will move to Tatopani to enjoy natural hot spring bath. It will take about 7 and half hours to reach the guest house at Tatopani to stay overnight.

Day 6: Trek from Tatopani to Ghasa ( 2,013 m) ( 5 hrs walk)

Today we will trek along the Kali Gandaki Gorge which is also known as the deepest gorge in the world towards the Dana village. You can also enjoy the waterfall on the trail at a place named Rupse. Today’s trek is one of the most exciting one which lets you enjoy all the variety of geography from deepest gorge to steepest and narrow section of gorge. After the five hours of walk we will be at Ghasa at 2013 meters for overnight stay.

Day 7: Trek from Ghasa to Marpha ( 2,667 m) ( 6 - 7 hrs)

We will trek today to reach Marpha a beautiful village famous for apple at an altitude of 2667 meters. We will have to hike for about 6 to 7 hours crossing the Kali Gandaki valley to reach the beautiful Marpha village. We will enjoy the rhododendron trail along different ethnic villages of Gurung, Thakali as well as Tibetan people. We will stay for overnight at Marpha village and of course you can enjoy delicious Apple if you remain lucky and the season in on.

Day 8: Trek from Marpha to Kagbeni (2897m.) via Jomsom (2713m.) (5 hrs)

We will be hiking through the valley of Kali Gandaki and on the way there is Tukuche village the marvelous gift of nature and houses built in a beautiful ways. There is a famous song about wind blowing hard in Jomsom at 12 pm in the day and as the song; the wind blows really hard at the mid day. We will reach Kagbeni in about 5 hours of walk where we will stay overnight.

Day 9: Trek from Kagbeni to Muktinath ( 3,795 m) (4 hrs walk)

The following day we will move through the deserted landscapes, apple fields and companied by old Tibetan styled villages as well as the sheep and yak herds along the way to reach Muktinath at 3795 meters after a four hours walk. You can enjoy the view of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and such mountains on the way to Muktinath temple where there is 108 taps and it is believed to get nirvana after bathing there. We will stay overnight at a guest house in Muktinath.

Day 10: Trek from Muktinath to jomsom ( 2,713 m) ( 3 hrs)

After the visit to the holy Muktinath; we will make our way back to Jomsom (2713 meters) descending through the Kalgandaki valley. It will take us approximately 3 hours to reach Jomsom taking the photographs on the trails of magnificent scenarios provided by nature. We will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Jomsom.

Day 11: Fly back to Pokhara from Jomsom

This day we will be taking a flight back to Pokhara from Jomsom and if possible we will be involved in a half day sightseeing tour at the beautiful Pokhara city and enjoy boating too. We will be staying overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.

Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu

You can either take a 30 minutes flight or a 6 hours bus to reach Kathmandu.

Day 13: Departure from Kathmandu

This day we will accompany you to the airport for your farewell to your homeland and the end of the trip.

Price Includes

  • Three times three meals a day- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and 3 cups of tea/Coffee a day during the trek.
  • Accommodation in tea house during the trek Private room.
  • In a day time tea break with cookies every day.
  • Fresh fruits after dinner every night as dessert during the trek.
  • 2 Night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (3-star category) on the B
  • 2 Night in pokhara B/B
  • Nepal Holiday Treks and Tours, (-20 degree sleeping bag) and a duffel bag for the trekking, but you need to refund to the office after the trip.
  • Permit fee for trekking and TIMS card
  • An experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, government license holder Trekking Guide with all his salary, food, Drinks, accommodation, equipment, transport, and insurance.
  • One porter for two trekkers
  •  You will be under observation with a pulse oximeter to have your oxygen levels and heart rate measured twice a day during the trek. This is to catch the signs of Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) early, thus making trekking safer.
  • Nepal Holiday Treks and Tours trip completion certificate from the company side.
  • All taxes and company services charge.
  • Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
  • Arrangement of Emergency helicopter service (paid by your travel insurance company).
  • Jomsom to Pokhara by flight.
  • Pokhara to Nayapul by private car or private van.
  • Normal First aids kit box.
  • All taxes and company service charges.

Price Does not Include

  • International airfare and visa fees.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Personal expenses of bar and beverage bills, wi-fi, hot shower, bottle of water, extra porters, laundry or any other things which are not mentioned by the company.
  • Your trekking gears and extra nights in a certain destination.
  • A strong, helpful, porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, (one porter for two people he will carry bag pack max 20-25kg).
  • Your travel insurance which should include the emergency rescue.
  • Tips for your guide and porters which is compulsory.
  • Extra expenses due to any event such as strikes, weather conditions, or flight delays.