21-DAYS TREK AROUND ANNAPURNA TREK
Trekking Fixed Departure Date: ( 17 Sept, 9 Oct, 31 Oct,):
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Camp
Overnight |
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BESI SAHAR
(790 m.) |
Day 01: |
After a long drive from Kathmandu to
Besi Sahar. Dinner
and overnight in tented camp |
BAHUN DANDA
(1,200 m.) |
Day 02: |
Trekking starts through flat and terraced rice
field, slowly gain and have elevation, and have good views of Baudha (6672
m.) and Himal Chuli (7893 m.) When the trail narrows and the valley becomes
a deep river gorge. We cross a long hanging suspension bridge and enter the
large trading village of Khudi. The trail continues northwards up the
valley, crossing several suspension bridges and passing several beautiful
waterfalls. Have a close view of Lamjung (8986 m.) The village Bahun Danda
supports the last shops of any size before Jomsom. |
CHAMCHE
(1370 m.) |
Day 03: |
We descend to the Marsyangdi to access the
river level before deciding our route. If the water is low we cross on a
makeshift bridge to the east bank, if not then we continue on the west bank
climbing high over a ridge, to a rejoin the east bank trail over suspension
bridge at Sange. We then climb high again, through rhododendron and pine
forest. The valley is now a very deep and steep gorge. |
BAGARCHAP
(2170 m.) |
Day 4: |
We climb steadily all day to Tal, a small
village at the foot of a large waterfall. We are now entering the Manang
district. After leaving Tal we cross a large bridge to the village of
Dharapani (1860 ft.) where our trekking permits are checked and we enjoy a
cup of tea. We then climb through forests to Bagarchhap, the first village
on the trek with Typical Tibetan architecture. (Appx - 6 hours) |
CHAME
(2700 m.) |
Day 5: |
The trail follows west. Manasalu forming a
splendid backdrop and Annapurna II (7937 m.) appearing occasionally to the
south. We continue through fine forest of pine and fir, resting at the
hamlets of Charku, Thangje and Kaparkodo. As we continue on to
Chame, views
of the Annapurna improve dramatically. (Appx. - 6 hours) |
PISANG
(3170 m.) |
Day 6: |
We continually cross the river all day, passing
through the narrow and steep gorge. nearing the village of Pisang we top a
ridge to get our first views of the Manang Valley, a wide u shaped valley
hanging between two lines of snow peaks (Appx. - 6 hours) |
BRAGA
(3440 m.) |
Day 7: |
Descending to the forested valley we follow the
trail through the flat valley, passing a small STOL airstrip, cross the
river once again to Braga. This is a village of over 200 houses. (Appx. - 5
hours) |
MANANG
(3540 m.) |
Day 8: |
We spend the morning visiting Braga Monastery.
The largest in the district, it has an outstanding display of statues, tangkas and manuscripts. From here it is only a short walk to
Manang. (Appx.
- 2 hours) |
MANANG
(3540 m.) |
Day 9: |
A necessary day to rest and acclimatizes and
explore Manang. The village, of over 1000 flat roofed houses, is
picturesquely set amongst some spectacular scenery: Annapurna II, Annapurna
III (7555 m.), Annapurna (7454 m.) to the Sourth; tilicho (7132 m.) and the
Grand Barrier to the west Chulu West (6583 m.) and Chulu East (6059 m.) to
the north. Rest and Acclimatization. |
YAK
KHARKA
(4200 m.) |
Day 10: |
Continue walk to the Marsyangdi Khola steadily
climbing into quite alpine areas. Keep your eyes open for Thar and Ghoral,
mountain sheep. Lunch at Chauin Kharka, after lunch walk 2 hours to Yak
Kharka/Churi Lettar. Dinner and overnight at tented camp. |
THORANGLA PHEDI
(4400 m.) |
Day 11: |
After breakfast at 8 AM. Walk 2 hours to the
small bridge then ascending 2 and half hours and reached to Thorangla Base
Camp. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Thorangla Phedi. |
MUKTINATH
(3660 m.) |
Day 12: |
Through the crossing of the pass is not
technically difficult but take it slowly to take into account the
complication of altitude and possible snow. After about four hours we reach
to the altitude (5515 m.) (absolutely stunning high Himalaya scenery). The
entire Annapurna Himal to the west and the incredibility deep Kali Gandaki
valley: and the peaks to Thorugtse (6482 m.) and Chulu to the north. The
descent is steep and rough, but we soon have excellent views of Dhaulagiri
(8167 m.) (Appx. - 7 hours) |
MUKTINATH
(3660 m.) |
Day 13: |
After the exertions of the crossing a rest day
is in order. Muktinath is an important pilgrimage spot for both Hindu and
Buddhists - Buddhist Gompa and a pagoda style temple are the main charm
here. The most interesting aspect of the area, is the spot where burning
natural gas issues from the rock. (Rest Day) |
JOMSOM
(2710 m.) |
Day 14: |
The trail descend very quickly to the low valley
over 1525 m. the descent is through a dramatic arid landscape and continues
to Jomsom. Jomsom seems almost busy, in fact it is a major village on the
Kali Gandaki trading route. (Appx. - 6 hours) |
LARJUNG
(2560 m.) |
Day 15: |
The Thakalis are the dominant tribe of the
valley, interestingly related to Gurungs and magars of the Southern slopes.
We pass through Marpha and Tukche, beautiful Thakali village and camp at
Larjung. |
RUKSE
(1529 m.) |
Day 16: |
A dramatic change in the vegetation, from dry,
arid, desert to pine and conifer forest. Pasing through Kalponi
have a
magnificent views of the Annapurnas. We camp near a spectacular water fall
(Appx. - 5 hours) |
SIKHA
(1950 m.) |
Day 17: |
The trail descends steadily to Tatopani (1220
m.) where we stop for lunch. Tatopani means hot water and it is possible to
bath in the springs. Small shops serve chocolate and beer, a great
temptation after our weeks on the trail. We then cross the Kali Gandaki and
climb steadily to the Magar village of Sikha. (Appx. - 5 hours) |
GOREPANI
(2330 m.) |
Day 18: |
Steadily climbing all day we eventually leave
behind the terraced field and enter thick rhododendron forest and the
village of Gorepani. We camp at the pass for the best views of the sunset on
the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. (Appx. - 5 hours) |
HILE
(1150 m.) |
Day 19: |
Sun rise and sunset and spectacular scenery of
Dhauladiri and Annapurna ranges is seen from poon hill top. 45 minute
walking up hill from Ghorepani. After break fast descend all the way down
through rhododendron forest and donkeys are met all along the trail to Hile.
Dinner and overnight at tented camp at Hile. |
BIRETHANTI
(1040 m.) |
Day 19: |
Today's descent is almost as tiring as the day
from Muktinath. Mule with goods keep us entertained, however. We camp on the
banks of the Modi Khola. (Appx. - 5 hours) |
POKHARA
(200 m.) |
Day 20: |
After breakfast at 8 AM walk
20 minute to the road. Drive to Pokhara. Dinner and overnight camp in
Pokhara. |
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Day 21: |
Fly back to Kathmandu. |
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COST |
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Group Size |
Price (Per day) |
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1 Person |
USD 30.00 |
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2 Persons |
USD 27.00 |
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3-5 Persons |
USD 25.00 |
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6-9 Persons |
USD 24.00 |
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10 and above* |
USD 22.00 (Team Leader
complementary) |
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Other Information:
What needed in trekking? |
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Price Includes
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Welcome Drinks.
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Hotel in Kathmandu with 2 stars bed & breakfast.
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Hotel in Pokhara with tourist
standard bed & breakfast.
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Meal (breakfast-lunch-dinner)
during the trek best available lodge/hotel.
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One experience trekking
guide & one porter for each
two tourist.
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Transportation from
Kathmandu to Kathmandu or flight as itinerary area wise
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Insurance for Guide & Porters
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All accommodation
during the trek best available hotel/guesthouses.
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Airport -Hotel-Airport
transfer
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Our service charge
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Farewell Dinner
Not Includes:
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National Park Entrance fees (if applicable).
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PERSONAL equipment for
Trekking/climbing
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Personal Insurance for travel to
Nepal
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Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
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Emergency Rescue evacuation
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Trekking Sleeping bag
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Personal expenses
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Tipping
(Tips)
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Bar bills, Mineral water
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Departures taxes
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