Kali gandaki trek – Kaligandaki valley trekking

Kali gandaki trek Kali gandaki Valley trek is one of the most popular trekking courses in Nepal which affords an excellent opportunity to see spectacular views of the Annapurna range Himalayas and experience Indian plain to Tibetan highland, varieties of races, religions, climate, topography, gorges and the simple Nepali way of life. A little experience of trekking hiking and good physical condition is enough for jomsom kali gandaki valley trekking.The ancient trade route to Mustang and Tibet ,up the Kali Ghandaki river, presents one of the most developed trekking trails offering comfortable lodges run by Gurung and Thakali families.

Starting from Pokhara we ascend the Annapurna foothills through picturesque Gurung villages and continue through lichen-draped rhododendron forest to climb Poon Hill at dawn for spectacular views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. Later we will trek up the deepest valley in the world situated between two Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri I (8,167m) and Annapurna I (8,091m). As we trek up the Kali Gandaki valley we pass though the traditional and prosperous villages of Tukuche, Ghasa, Marpha and Jomsom. The Thakalis, a traditional traders, have converted their charming and wonderfully clean homes into trekkers' lodges and are well known as one of the most gracious and successful inn-keepers in Nepal. Past Jomsom we reach the arid Tibet-like landscape of Mustang. At Muktinath, set below the Thorung La pass, we have a day to explore the temple and villages and enjoy wonderful mountain views before taking the flight back from Jomsom to pokhara.

Trip Fact Box

Trekking duration: 17 days

Starting from: kathmandu to Pokhara by bus/flight

Ending at: Pokhara (back from Birethanti /Nayapul or Phedi)

Grade: Moderate

Highest access of the trek: Muktinath Temple 3802m.

Culture: Mixed culture based on Gurung ,Thakali& Magar

Mode of trekking tour: Teahouse ( Lodge) Trek - or camping trek.

Himalayan sights: Lamjung Himal, Annapurna Himalaya range, (I,II,III,IV), Machhapuchhre Himal, Dhaulagiri Himalaya range, Hiunchuli, Nilgiri

Splendid breathtaking place: High mountain pass, great Himalayan view, popular hot Spring along the route, etc

Kali Gandaki valley Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu 1334m, transfer to hotel , Kali Gandaki valley trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at kathmandu..
Day 02: Kathmandu to pokhara (915m) by flight or tourist bus overnight at pokhara.
Day 03: Pokhara by private vehicle drive to Nayapul than trek to Hile/Tikhedunga (1577m)
Day 04: Hile/Tikhedunga trek to Ghorepani (2810m)
Day 05: Early in the morning hike to Poon Hill 3210m for superb Himalayan scenery including the Dhaulagiri 8167m, Nilgiri 7041m, Fishtail/Machhapuchhare 6998m, Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna II 7939m , Annapurna III7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Annapurna south 7219m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Lamjung Himal 6986m,Tukuche peak 6920m etc , breakfast at ghorepani and continue trek to Shikha (1920m).
Day 06: Shikha trek to Tatopani/Hot spring (1179m)
Day 07: Tatopani trek to Ghasa (2013m)
Day 08: Ghasa trek to Larjung (2543m)
Day 09: Larjung trek to Marpha (2676m)
Day 10: Marpha trek to Eklebhatti (2832m) & make excursion in around Kali Gandaki river.
Day 11: Eklebhatti trek to Kagbeni (2840m)
Day 12: Kagbeni trek to Muktinath Temple (3802m)
Day 13: In the morning Muktinath Temple excursion and trek to Jomsom (2713m).Overnight at Jomsom bazaar.
Day 14: Jomsom fly to Pokhara (915m).short sightseeing around pokhara valley. overnight at pokhara hotel.
Day 15: Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist bus/Flight.
Day 16: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to for historical monuments sightseing in kathmandu valley such as Bhaktapur, Pasupatinath, Boudhhanath, Kathmandu durbar square and Monkey temple(swyambhunath) and in the evening farewell dinner in Restaurant, overnight at kathmandu in Hotel.
Day 17: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities than drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward journey..