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About this activity

Trek facts:

Maximum Altitude: 4,130m/13,549ft

Trip Grade: Strenuous

Best Season: Mar - May & Sep – Nov

Total Duration: 14 Days

Trip Highlights:
• Highest Point Annapurna Base Camp (4130m)
• Explore charming Gurung village Ghandruk and Chhomrong
• Unobstructed views of Himchuli , Annapurna South, Barahi Shikhar, Annapurna I, Glacier Dom, Gangapurna , Annapurna III and Machhapuchhre
• Walk through pine and rhododendron forests
• Visit UNESCO Heritage sites and explore Pokhara valley.
• Pass through picturesque village and cultivated fields
• Scenic flight to Pokhara
• Splendid views of sunrise from Poonhill
• If you are lucky you might encounter with musk deer, ghoral, pheasant

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1,302m/4,270ft)

Included: B&B, transfer

Day 2: Optional Kathmandu valley sightseeing and Trek preparation

Included : B&B

Day 3: Kathmandu – Pokhara (895m/2,938ft) – Nayapul (1,074m/3,525ft) - Ulleri (1,309m/4,296ft) 6 hrs trek

Included : B&B, internal flight, transfer

Day 4: Ulleri – Ghorepani (2,750m/9,022ft) 5hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 5: Ghorepani – Poonhill – Tadapani (2,590m/8,497ft) 6hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 6: Tadapani – Chomrong (2,170m/7,119ft) 6 to 6 1/2 hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 7: Chomrong – Himalayan (2,920m/9,580ft) 7 to 8 hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 8: Himalayan - Machapuchare Base Camp (3,700m/12,139ft) 5hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 9: Machapuchare Base Camp – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,549ft) 3hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp – Bamboo (2,335m/7,660ft) 6 – 7hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 11: Bamboo – Ghandruk (1,970m/6,463ft) 6 – 7hrs trek

Included : B&B

Day 12: Ghandruk– Nayapul –Pokhara, approx 4hrs trek

Included : B&B, private vehicle

Day 13: Drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Included : B&B, private vehicle

Day 14: Back home

Included: Breakfast and Transfer

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Included

Airport transfers,
Internal flight: Kathmandu-Pokhara ( weight limit of 10 Kg/22lbs for luggage, and 5 Kg/11lbs for hand luggage. Some of luggage can be left in Kathmandu hotel for free of charge)
Private vehicle from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Private vehicle to/from Nayapul
3 nights hotel*** in Kathmandu with breakfast,
1 night hotel*** in Pokhara with breakfast
Tea house lodge accommodation with breakfast during trek
Trek Permits & Conservation fee
Staff insurance on the trek
Trek guide & porter/s
Duffel bags
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Not included

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and on trek (approx US$ 20 per day)
Beverages (bottled water, cold and hot drinks)
Personal equipment,
Personal bills,
International airfare
Excess baggage beyond 15 kilo including day pack
Visa fee: US$ 25 for 15 days and US$ 40 for 30 days multiple entry
Insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects) and Public Liability Insurance
Tips
Sightseeing tour

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Not wheelchair accessible
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
All visa requirements and insurance are the sole responsibility of the traveller
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Tipping is a nice way of saying thank-you and appreciating to crew members (leader, guide, cooks, porter) who will play a vital role in your trekking experience. We will suggest and encourage you to be generous about tipping they have done for you. The recommended amount for trekking guide is Rs. 400/ day and for Porter Rs. 200/ day by each client.
Kathmandu Sightseeing Full day tour : US$ 60
Kathmandu Sightseeing Half Day Tour US$ 40
with transfer, English speaking guide and entrance fees)
Walking boots. A pair of water repellent boots with ankle support.
A pair used to keep boots dry if walking through deep snow.
Walking socks.
Trainers or trail shoes. Can be use in and around lodge in the afternoons/evenings.
Waterproof jacket and trousers (Gore-Tex or similar).
Trekking trousers.
Long sleeve shirts (not cotton).
Micro fleece.
Mid to heavyweight fleece.
Sleeveless or body warmer type fleece.
Thermals or base layer for top & bottom (merino wool or synthetic).
Fleece pants.
Medium weight down jacket (e.g. Nuptse jacket by The North Face).
Fleece gloves.
Warms mittens and/or gloves.
Wool or fleece hat.
Sun hat.
Bandana or scarf.
Head torch. Bring extra batteries.
Face mask
Sleeping bag (Note: it is possible to rent this in Kathmandu for about $1 per day).
Day pack large enough to carry water bottles, camera, lunch and extra clothing.
Stuff sacks for keeping your gear dry and organized.
Two water bottles (Nalgene wide mouth bottles are the best).
Sunscreen and lip salve with a high SPF.
Water purification tablets (Pristine, Biox Aqua or Aqua Mira).
Favorite snack food.
Books, iPod and cards etc.
Trekking poles (optional).
Camera with spare batteries and memory cards.
Insurance certificate.
Earplugs (optional).
Baby wipes (optional).
Hand sanitizer (optional).
Duffle bag or large backpack for your personal gear on the trek (carried by a porter). Bring a small combination padlock to secure the bag.
Travel clothes. You will need casual clothing for air travel days and time spent in Kathmandu.
Toiletry bag include toilet paper, soap, towel, toothbrush, etc.
Note: we provide a comprehensive group first aid kit but please bring personal medications and other items you might use regularly such as:
Any personal medications.
Malaria prophylactic tablets.
Blister treatment (Compeed patches are the best).
Rehydration powder e.g. Dioralyte.
Analgesics (paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin).
Plasters and zinc oxide tape.
Throat lozenges.
Diamox (helps with acclimatization).
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers