Mustang Gateway · Moderate
A Muktinath-and-Jomsom corridor route that leans into history, trade-path atmosphere, and dry mountain character instead of the usual Annapurna talking points.
Duration
9 days
Max altitude
3,800 m
Best seasons
Mar-May · Oct-Nov
Difficulty
Moderate
Route planning map
Switch between topographic context, overall route shape, and stage-by-stage stops to see how the trek unfolds in real terms — not just as a line between famous names.
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Route read
A Mustang gateway corridor where Jomsom, Kagbeni, and Muktinath read as one old trade path. Destination focus: Marpha at 2,670m, apple village finish with a polished lodge-and-cafe reset.
Route progress
0 km
Completed
~28 km
Total route
Elevation profile
↑ 2,270 m
Elevation gain
↓ 3,120 m
Max elevation
Current leg
Est. distance
Stage type
Duration
9 days
Max altitude
3,800m
Best seasons
Mar-May · Oct-Nov
Starting rate
$1,290+
Permits and access
Permits
ACAP, TIMS or equivalent trekking registration
Access
Jomsom or overland access, Private jeep options
Stay style
Pokhara stay + Mustang-side lodge chain
Customize your trip
flight
Fast Jomsom sectors can shrink the route for tight leave windows.
jeep
Overland access works well for flexible custom pacing.
Day-by-day itinerary
A representative 9-day plan. Every departure is private and can be paced, shortened, or extended around your dates.
Day 1 · 1.5 hrs drive 4 hrs walk · 42kms drive 7kms walk
↑ 546m ascent
A 1.5 hr drive takes us to our starting point, Nayapul. The beginning of our trek follows the banks of the Modi Khola river and slowly we ascend through local villages and rice fields until we reach Hille (1475m).
Day 3 · 3 hrs walk · 6 kms walk
↑ 30 m Descent
We begin our day with an early climb to the summit of Poon Hill (3210 m) to watch the sun rise across a spectacular Himalayan panorama. After breakfast back at the lodge we begin our trek. Rhododendron and Magnolia forests give way to the terraced fields of Shika. (1935m). Hiking hours: 4
Day 4 · 4 hrs walk · 7 kms walk
↑ 1240 m Descent
We descend through the terrace fields and cross the Kali Gandaki river. Tatopani (1189 m), on the banks of the river, is famous for its hot springs. Here we can spend the afternoon relaxing in the springs. Hiking hours: 3
Day 5 · 6 hrs walk · 18 kms walk
↑ 1340 m Ascent
We have a gentle walk along the banks of the Kali Gandaki river until we reach the magnificent falls of Rupse Chhahara (1630m). We then pass through the deepest gorge in the world and climb up to Ghasa. (2010m), this is a paradise for bird watchers. Today’s destination, Kalopani (2530m) is reached after a 2-hour walk and offers great mountain views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. We take a side trip from here and spend the rest of the day exploring Titi lake and viewing the Dhaulagiri glacier. Hiking hours: 6
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