Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

• Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m), Transfer to Hotel.

  Today is the day of your arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal. As soon as you come out of the Kathmandu airport, you will find our representative waiting for you in the waiting area right outside the arrival lounge. You will be warmly greeted and welcomed by the representative and led to the vehicle. Our vehicle will take you to the trip hotel, most of the time in Thamel, that is 20-30 minutes drive, depending upon traffic, from the airport.

  After you check into the hotel, you can take relaxing time on your own as there are no activities scheduled for today, except our trip briefing meeting. We will let you know about the briefing timing upon your arrival.

• Day 02: Cultural Tours around KTM Valley/Trek Preparation, Hotel

  Today is the day of your arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal. As soon as you come out of the Kathmandu airport, you will find our representative waiting for you in the waiting area right outside the arrival lounge. You will be warmly greeted and welcomed by the representative and led to the vehicle. Our vehicle will take you to the trip hotel, most of the time in Thamel, that is 20-30 minutes drive, depending upon traffic, from the airport.

  After you check into the hotel, you can take relaxing time on your own as there are no activities scheduled for today, except our trip briefing meeting. We will let you know about the briefing timing upon your arrival.

  Swoyambhunath

  Believed to have been created on its own, this Budhhist stupa is the oldest of all the monuments in Kathmandu valley. Standing atop a small hillock, Swoyambunath, known as monkey temple amongst tourists, provides a fascinating view of the valley, surrounding hills and snow-capped mountain at the distance on a clear day.

  Patan Durbar Square

  One of the three medieval palace squares, Patan Durbar Square holds its medieval art and architectural grandeur. Amazing skill of the artisans is evident in each and every building that stands in the square. The square comprises of medieval palace, temples and museum.

  Pashupatinath

  This site is the most sacred Hindu temple area in the country. But, as the temple is strictly a Hindu only area, non-Hindu tourists go there to watch the unique Hindu cremation rituals on the bank of River Bagmati. The death rites of Hindu family there are so engrossing and heart-touching which make you feel the moment. It's not any kind of intrusion in being there and watching somebody being cremated in an open ground. It's a great cultural experience.

  Boudhanath

  This giant Buddhist stupa is considered as the biggest one in the world. This small square with giant shrine has a powerful presence of the spiritual vibrations. It's an important pilgrimage site for the people following Tibetan Buddhism.

• Day 03: Drive to Pokhara, Overnight in Hotel

  We take early morning breakfast and get ready to drive to Pokhara. Situated 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu, Pokhara is a blessed city with beauty of nature and is the gateway to Annapurna region trekking. We drive along the highway that passes through several beautiful towns and runs along the river in most of the parts. The peaceful rural setting of Nepal looks fascinating during the drive. About 7 hours on the road brings us beautiful rural views along the highway before reaching Pokhara. Once we reach Pokhara, we can take leisurely wanderings around the serene lakeside.

• Day 04: Trek to Tolkha (1,700m), Overnight in Guest House.

  It is the first day of trekking into the Annapurna Sanctuary. We drive for about half an hour to Dhampus Phedi to start the trek. The first part is a steep ascent towards Dhampus. The trail passes narrowly through sloppy grassland to emerge into ridge that eases the difficulty level of the trail. When we reach the top ridge of Dhampus, we are welcomed by beautiful and overwhelming view of the Fishtail and other mountain peaks in the Annapurna range. We then trek gently towards Tolkha, our destination for today. It's a beautiful experience of trekking through the woods and cultural villages.

• Day 05: Trek to Chhomrong (2,170m), Overnight in Guest House

  We set off on the second day of trekking after breakfast at our lodge in Tolkha. We descend toward New Bridge on the bank of a glacial river called Modi Khola. After crossing the bridge over the river, we proceed towards Jhinu Danda on relatively a gentle trail before starting on a steep uphill challenge to Chhomrong. The day walk takes us to the beautiful Gurung village of Chhomrong for the overnight stay where we can experience the unique life style of the ethnic tribe along with the charismatic beauty of the nature.

• Day 06: Trek to Bamboo (2,310m), Overnight in Guest House.

  We start the day with a descent to Chhomrong Khola after breakfast. A beautiful walk to Chhomrong Khola takes us for the ascent to Sinuwa and then proceeds further to Bamboo. The trail passes through beautiful nature that is full of bamboo forest and other trees. View of the nature that surrounds the trail so charming that takes our tiredness easily away. We eventually reach Bamboo after traversing the beautiful nature trail.

• Day 07: Trek to Himalaya Hotel (2,920m), Overnight in Guest House.

  Our day starts with a mouthwatering breakfast. We set off on the trek for the day that takes us through a beautiful trail towards Himalaya hotel along the trail. The trekking hours, especially on this trek, is shorter so that we have more time to absorb the beauty of the surrounding. We walk on an easy pace and immerse more into the charming spell that the nature around in throwing upon us. When we reach Himalaya hotel we will have enough time to indulge ourselves in the overwhelming beauty of the place.

• Day 08: Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m), Overnight in Guest House.

  We are on an easy walk to Machhapuchhre Base Camp for overnight stay. When we reach the MBC, we get to enjoy the overwhelming view of the mountain peaks that surround us. Another easy day of walking into the Annapurna Sanctuary trail takes us closer to the charm of mountains. As we will have enough time in the afternoon, we laze around exploiting the beauty of the mountains at the MBC.

• Day 09: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), Overnight in Guest House.

  We reach the final destination on this trek today. Reaching Annapurna Base Camp amidst the gigantic mountain peaks brings us an amazing feeling of mountain charm. As we have plan to stay overnight at ABC today, we will have enough time to enjoy the beauty of the base camp for the whole day. We spend an amazing day at the base camp and stay overnight there at the elevation of 4,130 meters above sea level.

• Day 10: Trek to Dovan (2,600m), Overnight in Guest House.

  After enjoying a full day and the morning today at the base camp surrounded by amazing beauty of the mountains, we are setting off on the journey back. We trek to Dovan today after relishing of breakfast above 4,000 meters from sea level. The trail passes through MBC, Deurali and all the way back to Dovan to stay overnight.

• Day 11: Trek to Chhomrong (2,170m), Overnight in Guest House.

  Our trek for the day today takes us back to the beautiful Gurung village of Chhomrong. We walk past Bamboo, Sinuwa, Chhomrong Khola and finally with an ascent to Chhomrong village. The walk today will allow us to enjoy the charm of the trail and surrounding.

• Day 12: Trek to Ghandruk (1,990m), Overnight in Guest House.

  We are walking to another beautiful village of Ghandruk. After breakfast, we descend to Jhinu Danda and cross a mountain stream to proceed towards Ghandruk village. After walking for about an hour and half following the Modi Khola, we reach Kyumi village to start the uphill walk to Ghandruk. This final uphill section eventually takes us to Ghandruk for overnight stay.

• Day 13: Trek to Pokhara (900m) via Nayapul, Check in Hotel

  It's the final day of trek today where we trek down to Nayapul. Starting right after the breakfast with view, we descend the trail closer to Modi Khola bank and continue the walk to Birethanti along the river. When we reach Birethanti, we check out from the Annapurna Conservation Area. We walk further to Nayapul. We get on a vehicle that is there to pick us up and take to Pokhara. After about one and half hour, we will be back at beautiful city civilization of Pokhara.

• Day 14: Drive Back to Kathmandu, Check in Hotel

  Early in the morning, after breakfast, we get on the bus to drive back to Kathmandu. About seven hours of overland journey takes us back to Kathmandu. Once we are in Kathmandu, we go to hotel and spend the whole day at leisure on our own. Finding relieving massage, good food, souvenir shopping, and wandering around can keep you busy for the day.

  Farewell dinner is scheduled for this evening. We will let you know the departure time for dinner once we reach Kathmandu.

• Day 15: Annapurna Sanctuary Trek Ends/ Final departure

  The final day of the trip, we drive you to airport for your scheduled flight homebound or other destination. We will pick you up 3 hours prior to your flight schedule.

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek Cost Includes

• Airport Pick and Drop in Kathmandu by Private vehicle.
• Welcome, Farewell dinner with cultural program.
• 3 Nights Tourist Standard Hotel Accmmodiation in Kathmandu with B/B basis.
• Half day guided city tour with world heritage entrance permit.
• 2 Nights Tourist Standard Hotel Accmmodiation in Pokhara with B/B basis.
• Transportation from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu by Tourist Coach.
• Standard Lodge Accommodation (best available) with twin sharing basis during the trek.
• Full Board Meals (3 Meals a day) while on the trek.
• Trekking Permit(ACCAP) and Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees.
• Professional & Highly expertise Government licensed holder Trekking Guide.
• 2:1 Porters to carry luggages.
• All expenses of the staffs (Guides/Porters) that includes Food, Accommodation, Salary, Insurance, Equipment during your travel period.
• All the necessary trekking gear for porters like jacket /trousers, trekking shoes, gloves, shocks, sunglasses etc.
• Friends Adventure Team's Sleeping Bag, Walking Poles and Duffel Bag, to be return after trip completed.
• Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
• Arrangement of all rescue and evacuation promptly, in Worst Condition
• Group Trekking Gears.
• Trekking Map, Friends Adventure Team's special Souvenir.

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek Cost Excludes

• Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
• Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars.
• All desserts, sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
• Items of personal nature, Laundry Expenses, Tips.
• Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears.
• Any additional staff other than specified.
• Medical and Travel Insurance and Emergency rescue by any means of Transportation including Helicopter evacuation if required.
• Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses.
• Airfare of international flights.
• Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance is easy at the arrival).
• Gratuities to guide, porters and driver (Not mandatory but expected as customizetripomary thank you for the service).
• Any other item not included in "Cost Includes" Section.

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek Fixed Departures Spring/Autumn 2022/2023

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