Day 1
Jomsom to Kagbeni
3 hrs / 9 km / sleep 2,810 m
Easy walk along the Kali Gandaki river to the medieval village of Kagbeni.
Annapurna
Jomsom Muktinath Trek
Walk through the deepest gorge in the world along the Kali Gandaki river to the sacred Muktinath temple (3,800m). An ancient salt-trade route with Thakali culture and apple orchards.
Moderate7 days3,800 mMar - May, Sep - Nov
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Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
Key Highlights & Takeaways
- Muktinath Temple (3,800m)
- Kali Gandaki - deepest gorge
- Marpha - apple capital of Nepal
- Kagbeni medieval village
Walk through the deepest gorge in the world along the Kali Gandaki river to the sacred Muktinath temple (3,800m). An ancient salt-trade route with Thakali culture and apple orchards.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 7 planned days, 55 km of walking, and 1,800 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Muktinath Temple (3,800m), Kali Gandaki - deepest gorge, Marpha - apple capital of Nepal, Kagbeni medieval village.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Kagbeni to Muktinath
5 hrs / 9 km / sleep 3,800 m
Ascend to the sacred temple of Muktinath, holy to both Hindus and Buddhists.
Day 3
Muktinath to Kagbeni
3 hrs / 9 km / sleep 2,810 m
Descend back to Kagbeni. Explore the village and its Kag Chode Thubten Samphel Ling Monastery.
Day 4
Kagbeni to Marpha
5 hrs / 14 km / sleep 2,670 m
Trek south along the Kali Gandaki to Marpha, famous for its apple orchards and brandy.
Day 5
Marpha to Tukuche
3 hrs / 6 km / sleep 2,590 m
Short trek to Tukuche, an old Thakali trading town. Visit the distillery.
Day 6
Tukuche to Jomsom
4 hrs / 12 km / sleep 2,720 m
Return trek to Jomsom along the river valley.
Day 7
Jomsom acclimatization
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 2,720 m
Buffer day. Fly back to Pokhara.
Altitude profile
How high you sleep, night by night
The single biggest safety factor on a high trek is how fast your sleeping altitude rises. Here's the shape of this itinerary.
2,720 m
Start
3,800 m
Highest sleep
3,800 m
Max altitude
7
Nights
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- Duration
- 7 days
- Altitude
- 3,800 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
Jomsom Muktinath Trek FAQ
Straight answers on length, altitude, permits, season and cost for the Jomsom Muktinath Trek, generated from the same route data the TrekGuard app uses.
How many days does the Jomsom Muktinath Trek take?
The TrekGuard planning itinerary for the Jomsom Muktinath Trek runs 7 days and covers 55 km of walking. That includes 1 acclimatization day where you sleep at the same village instead of climbing higher. Treat it as a baseline: weather, flight delays and how you acclimatize can add days, so build slack into your schedule.
How high does the Jomsom Muktinath Trek go?
The Jomsom Muktinath Trek tops out at 3,800 m. The highest place you sleep on this itinerary is about 3,800 m, which matters more for altitude illness than the daytime high point.
What permits do you need for the Jomsom Muktinath Trek?
The Jomsom Muktinath Trek normally requires: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit), TIMS Card. Permit rules, fees and issuing offices change between seasons - confirm the current requirements with the Nepal Tourism Board or a registered agency before you travel.
When is the best time to trek the Jomsom Muktinath Trek?
Mar - May, Sep - Nov is the usual window for the Jomsom Muktinath Trek. Outside it you are trading stable weather for either monsoon cloud and leeches or deep winter cold and snow-blocked passes.
How difficult is the Jomsom Muktinath Trek?
The Jomsom Muktinath Trek is rated moderate, with 1,800 m of total ascent over 55 km. Walking days are roughly 3-5 hours. No technical climbing skills are required on the standard route.
Can you get altitude sickness on the Jomsom Muktinath Trek?
Yes. The Jomsom Muktinath Trek reaches 3,800 m, well above the 2,500 m mark where acute mountain sickness (AMS) becomes possible for anyone, regardless of fitness or age. Keep sleeping-altitude gains gradual, take the built-in rest days (1 on this itinerary), and descend if headache, nausea or breathlessness get worse rather than better. This is general information, not medical advice - see a travel-medicine clinician before the trip.
Where does the Jomsom Muktinath Trek start and finish?
The Jomsom Muktinath Trek starts and finishes at Jomsom, in the Annapurna region.
Is there phone signal on the Jomsom Muktinath Trek?
Coverage on the Jomsom Muktinath Trek is: variable by village and carrier. Assume you will lose data for long stretches - download map packs, the GPX track and the forecast before you leave the last town, and carry a power bank.
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