Muktinath is the most important place from religious, natural, and cultural aspects. Besides pilgrimage visits, there are so many things to see. The majestic Himalayan views of Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Annapurna are the astounding surrounding of Muktinath region are the major features of Mustang. Visit Muktinath to worship religion in the finest natural settlement.
Summer season, the month of June, July, and August are relatively less suitable to visit Muktinath temple. However, these months are preferred for trekking in upper shadow zones like upper Manang and Mustang, Annapurna Base Camp, etc. In summer, the monsoon starts, and the possibility of heavy rainfall is high. This might lead to some uncertainties, affecting your travel experience. If you are traveling in the summer season, light windcheaters, jackets, summer wear, raincoat, and walking sticks are required.
Muktinath is a Vishnu Temple which is located at Muktinath valley at the foot of Thorong LA Mountain pass in the Mustang district of Nepal. Muktinath is known as one of the world`s highest temple altitudes of 3,750 meters above sea level. This temple was created in the 19th century and it is believed that this temple was blessed by Hindus. Inside the Muktinath, there are 108 sacred taps, the taps where the water directly flows from the Puskarini waters (Temple Tanks) from the 108 Sri Vaishnava Divya Desams, where devotees take their sacred bath even in the freezing temperatures. It is believed that bathing in these 108 taps keeps us healthy and prosperous. Many Shaligrams found during Muktinath Yatra over here are considered by Hindus as an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and worship them. According to Hindu Myth lord Vishnu turned into Shaligram because of Brinda’s Curse. Muktinath Temple is open throughout the year but especially in Rishitarpani, Ram Nayami, and Bijaya Dashami Thousands of pilgrims gather here to celebrate the festival.
A helicopter tour from Kathmandu to Muktinath takes you to the breathtaking views of the snowcapped mountains flying over the scenic valley, and sub-tropical and alpine forests. You can get to enhance the beauty of the Mountains in just a one-hour helicopter ride. The Muktinath Helicopter tour begins from Kathmandu airport in the early morning as the helicopter tour is difficult in the daytime due to wind and the increasing temperature.
Trips Highlights
- Kathmandu to Muktinath by thrilling helicopter ride
- Visit Muktinath and return within 3 hours to Kathmandu
- You can have a bird’s eye view of the Kathmandu Pokhara city
- Breathtaking views of Snowcapped Mountains
- Worship Vishnu god
- Holy bath under 108 water taps and 2 holy Kunda in Muktinath Temple.
- Awesome view of Rupa Tal, Begnas Tal, Fewa Lake, Rupse Waterfall, Kaligandaki River, and Dhumba Lake.
- Breathtaking views of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu Himal, Himalchuli, Annapurna Himal, Dhaulagiri Himal, and Tilicho peak.
- Adventurous and easiest Helicopter Yatra to Muktinath Temple.
- An exciting horse ride to Muktinath Temple after the landing of the helicopter.
- The easiest way to enjoy the beauty of Muktinath Temple, Jomsom, and Marpha Village.
- Taste the local apple treats in Marpha.
- Fly over the two most popular cities in Nepal- Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara City.
Attraction to Muktinath Temple
- Mukti Kunda: Two holy water ponds known as “Laxmi Saraswati Kunda” are located in front of the temple. Taking the plunge here is believed to rinse away your sin.
- Mukti Dhara: 108 Waterspouts in the backyard of the temple where holy water from the Gandaki River flows continuously. Taking bath under all these 108 Muktidhara is believed to bring salvation.
- Jwala Mai Temple: Continuously burning holy flame from a rock located inside Dhola Mebar Gompa is just five minutes’ walking distance, situated in the south region of the temple.
- Pharma Lha Khang Gompa: Monastery located in the north region of the temple is dedicated to Guru Rimpoche also known as Padmasambhava.
- Swaminarayan: Satguru of Sabij Yoga.
- Shaligram: Fossils of the Jurassic park age that is found in the kali Gandaki River. This black stone is the symbol of Lord Vishnu and is kept in the prayer room in the home
Best Time To Visit Muktinath Temple
You can come for the Muktinath Helicopter tour all year round. Most numbers of people come for this tour in autumn (September, October, and November) and spring (March, April, and May). You can easily come for this trip in the winter season (December, January, and February) as well.
In the summer season, inclement weather conditions can postpone your flight. In case the weather is fine, you can also come for this trip in the summer season as well.
Tour Itinerary for Muktinath Temple by a Chartered Helicopter
- 06: Am: Pick up from the hotel and transfer to the domestic airport.
- 07: AM: Fly to Muktinath by a Chartered Helicopter.
- Muktinath Temple is located within 1-hour flying distance from Kathmandu.
- Flight highly depends upon the weather.
- Enjoy the panoramic snow-capped mountain views.
- Arrival at Muktinath and 1 hour ground time for darshan.
- Short walk and reach Muktinath Temple.
- Take bath on 108 chilled holy waterspouts and two holy kunda.
- Change clothes and perform a pooja at the temple.
- Back to the helipad.
- Fly back to Kathmandu.
- Arrival and drop at your hotel.
- Our trip finished here.
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