Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camp Trek (Annapurna Sanctuary Trek)
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Annapurna Sanctuary Trek- Price starts from USD 950.00 per person |
Guaranteed Group Departure: October 04, 09 |
Maximum Group Size: 10 |
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NOTE: Private departure is available at any day throughout the year! |
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Short Description |
This premier
all – season trekking location is most concentrated
trekking route in Annapurna region as the route stays
at a low altitude and is shadowed from seasonal rain.
The overwhelming mountain scenery beamed from giant Annapurna
and Dhaulagiri massif and the world's deepest gorge of
Kaligandaki passes between the giants of Annapurna and
Dhaulagiri, the view is out of the world! |
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Itinerary |
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Day 01: Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport
(TIA), you will be met by our Airport Representative,
and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel de l' Annapurna or similar hotel, inclusive of dinner and breakfast. |
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Day 02: Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu
valley (Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath,
and Kathmandu durbar square). Your arrival to Tribhuwan
International Airport (TIA), you will be met by our
Airport Representative, and transfer to hotel. Overnight
at hotel de l' Annapurna or similar hotel, inclusive of lunch, dinner and breakfast.
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Day
03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara - 4-5 hours scenice
drive by Private Car / van. Overnight at hotel Kantipur or similar, inclusivce of breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Day 04: One hour drive to Nayapul by private
Car / Van, we then begin trek to Tikhedhunga.
We begin our trek at Nayapul, driving to the road head.
After 15 minutes short walk along the bank of the Modi
Khola, we reach Birethanti (1065m) a large village that
has many shops & teahouses. From there, the trail
continues through the village. The trail follows the
north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola.
From there, the trail climbs steadily
up the side of the valley to Hille at 1495m & after
the short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1525m. This
trek offers a short & relatively easy day, during
journey & allows us to become used to the experience
of trekking in Nepal. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive
of breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani.
Leaving Tikhedunga, we begin our journey with
steep climb to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large Magar village
at 2070m. Then the trail continues to ascend more gently,
through fine forests of oak & rhododendron towards
Banthanti at 2250m. Then we make our trek towards Nangethanti
at 2460m. After an hour walk brings you to Ghorepani
at 2775m. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive of breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
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Day 06: Hiking to Poon Hill - back to hotel and trek to
Tadapani.
This morning, we will get up early in the morning, and
go for hiking to Poon Hill. From here you will see superb
view of sunrise, and panoramic view of Himalayas, including
Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and so on.
After visiting Poonhill, we will come back to Ghorepani,
have a hot breakfast, and continue walking to Tadapani.
Overnight at Guesthouse, inclusive of breakfast, lunch
and dinner.
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Day
07: Trek to Chomorung
The day starts with steep down hill. Leaving Tadapani,
we descend steeply through forests and then the trail
eases as we reach Gurjung which is the village of Gurung
people. We then take easy walk to Chomorung (2020m). Overnight
at Guesthouse, inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Day 08: Trek to Dovan
Today the trail drops down to the Chhomrong Khola &
again we continue climbing to Khuldighar at 2380m where
there is an ACAP Check post, and continuous walking
to Dovan. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive of breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
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Day
09: Trek to Deurali
The day begins with the climb through bamboo, then rhododendron
forests to Dovan, Himalayan Hotel and on to Hinko at 3020m.
The accommodation will be in Deurali, on the ridge above
Hinko & is the stretch of trail that is most subject
to avalanche. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive of breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
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Day 10:
Trek to Machhapuchre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp
Today the trail climbs 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.
Since it is totally surrounded by mountains,
this area is known as the Annapurna Sanctuary.
You can either end the day at Machhapuchhare
Base Camp or trek two hours on to Annapurna Base Camp.
There, you will view the mountain scenery which is even
more spectacular.
Overnight at Guest House, inclusive of breakfast, lunch
and dinner. |
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Day 11:
Explore the Hidden Valley. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive
of breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Day 12:
Back to Himalaya. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive
of breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Day 13:
Back to Sinuwa. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive of
breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Day 14:
Trek to Jhinu Danda. (hot spring). Enjoy the evening at
hotel spring. Overnight at Guest House, inclusive of breakfast,
lunch and dinner. |
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Day 15:
Trek to Birethanti - Nayapul and drive to Pokhara. Overnight
at hotel Kantipur or Simila,
inclusivce of breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Day
17: Transfer to Airport for your home departure. Farewell
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Tour
cost: USD 900.00 per person (group size
02- 10)
Cost includes:
* Transfer to and from International airport
by car / van.
* 3 nights accommodation at hotel de l' Annapurna or similar hotel in Kathmandu, inclusive of breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
* Escorted city tour by tour guide in Kathmandu inclusive
of car / van, all entry permits.
* Meals during the trek
* 2 nights accommodation at hotel Kantipur or similar in Pokhara, inclusive of full board meal
* Guesthouses during the trek and meal on full board basis.
* 1 highly experienced trekking guide, his meal, flights,
insurance, wages, equipments etc...
* 1 porter for 2 clients.
* Surface transportation by car / van.
* Annapurna conservation permit and all applicable taxes.
The above price doesn't include:
* Your travel insurance (upon you booking the tour with
us, you are advised to send us a copy of your insurance
policy).
* International air fare to and from Nepal.
* Nepal visa fee (US$ 30 for single entry visa valid for
60 days.
* Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. US$ 24.
* Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks,
cold drinks, laundry.
* Trekking equipments such as sleeping bag, down jacket
etc..
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