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Annapurna Hiking
Annapurna area/region offers a great variety of beautiful landscapes, nature & culture of the central Himalayan area of Nepal with the best & splendid Himalayan panorama of Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Hiun Chuli and several other mid western Himalayan ranges of Nepal. Annapurna region offers plenty of hiking opportunity. This Annapurna hiking is suitable for children or weary trekkers, as it doesn’t entail any particularly long walking days and there is always plenty to see. The hiking evolves no difficult climbing or ascents to high altitudes. The trail passes through rhododendron forest and fascinating traditional Gurung villages at Dhampus & Ghandrung; a nice opportunity to witness the culture and tradition of Nepalese countryside. This trek gives fine views of the Annapurna’s, The hiking start from Birethanti and ends at Phedi, The hiking passes through Nepal famous Gurung Village Ghandruk which provides you breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare and Hiunchuli.
Trip Highlights:
Annapurna hiking is suitable for children or weary trekkers, as it doesn’t entail any particularly long walking days and there is always plenty to see. The hiking evolves no difficult climbing or ascents to high altitudes. The trail passes through rhododendron forest and fascinating traditional Gurung villages at Dhampus & Ghandrung
Facts of the Trek
Trek Name Annapurna Hiking
Trek Duration: 09 Days
Best Season:February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.
Trek Grade: Moderate+fairly Strenuous
Accommodation: Tea House
Group Size: Min.1 to Max 10 persons in a group
Min. altitude: 820 m
Max altitude: 5416 m
Mode of Travel:Tourist Coach/Car/Flight
Price: For the most up-to-date and competitive price, please Contact Us
Trekking Map
Annapurna Hiking Itinerary Details:
Day 01: Meet at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 02: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu: Leave for full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Back to hotel and stay.
Day 03: Drive to- Pokhara stay overnight,hotel
Day 04: Pokhara to Ghandruk: One hour drive to Nayapul. After Birethanti, we walk along the terraced fields beneath the splendid panorama of awe-inspiring glaciated Himalayan mountain ranges. Afrer passing a flatland, forest, cultivated lands and a suspension bridge over Khumnu Khola, we arrive at the beautiful village of Ghandruk after walking for 3 to 4 hours. An ideal vantage point in this pristine village offers breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare and Hiunchuli.
Day 05: Ghandruk To Pothana: We descent down through the paved courtyards of Ghandruk village past several tea houses, After crossing a stream on a suspention bridge the trail emerges in to the main Main Modi Khola valley and reaches Tolkha. After that continue working to Pothana, You will have a excellent view of Mt Fish tail ( Machhapuchhare 6697m) from here.
Day 06: Pothana to Pokhara: you will follow the trail with pavel stones through rhododendron forest. You will arrive Dhampus.It is inhabited by a mix of people: Gurung, Brahman, Magar communities. From here work down to mostly down hill through fields to forest to Phedi from here 30 minutes drive to Pokhara.
Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu: Drive back or fly out to Kathmandu .
Day 08: Kathmandu free day, evening culture show with Nepali dinner, hotel
Day 09: Final departure, transfer to airport
Price For The Trip:
The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and/or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.
Please mail us for up to date prices for the above itinerary
Cost Include:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van
- 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu B / B
- 2 nights hotel in Pokhara B/B
- Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide
- All meals during trekking 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners)
- Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek
- Government Licensed holder English speaking Trekking Guides and Porters during the trek
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
- Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.
- All local Transportation from and to Kathmandu by private car/van/bus
Cost Exclude:
- Meals whilst in Kathmandu & Pokhara Aprox, US$ 12 to US$ 16 per day.
- Airfare domestic / international
- Nepal entry visa fee US$ 25 (duration 15 days from date of issue), US$ 40 (duration 30 days from the date of issue) you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu . You will require 2 passport size photos.
- Airport tax domestic( Nepali Rupees 170)
- All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
- Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet. Camera battery charging
- Personal Trekking Equipment.
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Tips for trekking staff (Tipping is expected).
- Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees.
- Any kind of personal expense / Helicopter rescue
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
Private Trip Departure everyday upon your request. But if you would like to join one of our Groups please see below our fixed group departure dates as per your requirement.
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