Annapurna Base Camp
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Trekking in the Annapurna region provides dramatic contrasts between green terraced farmland of the Marshyangdi valley and the massive peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna.These peaks include Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Ganagapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare. They are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheatre at the centre. In spite of the great heights of the surrounding peaks and ice walls, the valley floor between provides comfortable camping spots and some of the best trekking in Nepal. Highlights include: the Thorong La (5416m), which must be crossed on the Annapurna Circuit trek, to reach the sacred site of Muktinath.This temple Trekking in the Annapurna region provides dramatic contrasts between green terraced farmland of the Marshyangdi valley and the massive peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna.These peaks include Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Ganagapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare. complex is a pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists and when seen from here the sunrise on Dhaulagiri is particularly striking. Descend into the world\'s deepest river gorge, carved by the mighty Kali Gandaki River, as it slices between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Relax in hot springs at Tatopani before ascending to Poon Hill for sunrise over the Annapurnas.
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Price Includes |
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All Meals Whilst Trekking |
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All Activities and Entrance Fees as per Itinerary |
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Fully Escorted Tour - Local Guide and Porters |
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Domestic Flight to Kathmandu |
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Sleeping Bag and Warm Jacket, Trek Bag |
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Airport Transfer |
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Flight, Optional Excursions. |
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Suitability / Level |
Demanding |
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Small Group Travel
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Itinerary
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Day 1: Kathmandu (1310m/4298ft) Our airport representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. It is 7km and takes about 10 minutes. Our tour leader will brief the group about the trip at the pre-departure meeting. This will be held at 6.00pm, a notice regarding where it is to be held will be posted in the hotel reception. The briefing will cover the itinerary and re-confirm flight times and what time the city tour will depart on Day 2.
Day 2: Kathmandu. Breakfast. Today we explore the culturally diverse city of Kathmandu by bus with a local guide to ensure you receive the best explanations about the amazing sites seen on the tour. These include, Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath, Swayambunath (Monkey Temple) and Patan Durbar square. It is about 35 Km and takes approximately 5:30 hours.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m/2986ft) Breakfast. Our Trekking guide will meet you at the Hotel early at 6:30 am, and we walk from the hotel about 10 minutes to the bus station. Our bus leaves at 7 am to Pokhara. We head to Pokhara by tourist bus, enjoying an afternoon of sightseeing on the lakeside and boating at Phewa lake. From Kathmandu to Pokhara, it is 206km and takes about 6 hours.
Day 4: Drive to Naya Pul (New bridge), and Trek to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m/4905ft) Breakfast. After an hours drive to Naya Pul we then commence our trek to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town beside the Modi River. We head up the main trail to Sudami where we climb gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Hile (1495m) before pushing on to Tirkhe Dhunga. From here the trail crosses a stream and then ascends a steep stone staircase to the large Magar village at Ulleri (2070m). 3:30 hours.
Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m/9350ft) This is a pleasant walking day today. We trek through rhododendron and oak forests and across streams before making a short, final climb to Nangethanti. From Nangethanti we head up to Ghorepani (2850m). 5:30 hours.
Day 6: Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani (2520m/8268ft) An early start and an hour hiking to Poon Hill (3195m) leads us to a brilliant spectacle. This vantage point provides an unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas. After spending about 40 minutes on the hillside, we return to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast, and start walking to Tadapani. From Ghorepani the trail climbs along ridges and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali (2960m). We descend to reach Banthanti, before winding our way to Tadapani (2540m). 6 hours.
Day 7: Tadapani to Sinuwa (2310m/7579ft) Dropping down from Tadapani Gurjung the route offers good views of the upper Modi valley. The path then starts the long ascent high above the west bank of the Modi Khola. We pass the village of Chhomrong, which lies tucked at the very base of Himal Chuli. From Chhomrong the trail descends until Chhomrong Khola, then the trail begins a slow climb as we head up to our destination for the day - Sinuwa. 5:30 hours.
Day 8: Sinuwa to Deurali (3150m/10335ft) We proceed to Kuldi Ghar about 2.5 to 3 hrs walking. There is a clearing in the forest a little further on, from there the route goes very steeply down a bank of rock and then levels out, running through thickets of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge, keeping always on the west side of the river. We pass by the pasture of Tomo, and then the very neck of the gorge at Pantheon Barah, where there is a small trail and a shrine. The track climbs to the Himalaya hotel at the campsite where we will overnight. 5:30 hours.
Day 9: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4090m/13418ft) Today we climb on past the Machhapuchhare Base Camp (which isn't really a base camp since climbing the mountain is not permitted) to the Annapurna Base Camp. This area is called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by mountains. From here it is a two-hour trek to Annapurna Base camp, which offers spectacular views. 5 hours.
Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp descend to Himalaya Hotel (2610m/8563ft) 4:30 hours.
Day 11: Himalaya Hotel to Chhomrong (2110m/6923ft) Once we have passed Khuldi Bikas where there is an experimental sheep Farm, the trail continues through rhododendron and bamboo fields. 5 hours.
Day 12: Chhomrong to Ghaundrung (1940m/6365ft) This is an easy and short days trekking. From Chhomrong the trail descends through forests to Gurjung Khola and then the trail ascends slightly until Kimche. We reach Ghandrunk about noon. Ghandrunk is a village of Gurung people, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal; they have their own dialect, culture, costume, and life style. Ghandrunk is one of the famous destinations of trekkers for its beautiful mountain views and easy reach from Pokhara or Kathmandu. Our early arrival means we have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna Conservation Office and Museum and explore the village. 4:30 hours.
Day 13: Trek to Birethanti, Naya Pul; then drive to Pokhara (910m/2986ft)
From Ghandrung it's easy walking all down hill to Naya Pul where our trekking ends. 4 hours.
Our bus will meet us to drive us to Pokhara about an hour away
Day 14: Fly back from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Breakfast. We drive to the airport. It is about 4Km away from the hotel and takes 5 minutes. The plane takes 25 minutes to get to Kathmandu. Tour ends on arrival back into Kathmandu
Bonus Day 15: 1 Free nights accommodation in Kathmandu available. Please advise your travel agent or Kumuka, should you wish to take up this offer. Tour will then end after breakfast on Day 15. Free transfer to airport also included. |
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-Hotel (4 Nights)
-Tea House during Trek (9 Nights) |
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