Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

Because of the amazing scenery in the Annapurna Sanctuary, this trek has become one of the most popular in Nepal. The sanctuary is a huge amphitheater surrounded by 10 peaks that are more than 20,000 feet (6,100m) tall, including Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, and Machapuchere.

The aptly named Annapurna Sanctuary also known Annapurna Base Camp trek is the most intensely scenic trek in Nepal. The Annapurna range is a vast massif with several peaks, which lies between the Kali Gandaki, and Marshyangdi river valley, forming a solid, mountain bastion. Within its span of 40 miles, it encompasses dozen of peaks that are higher than 7000m and numerous others over 6000m. Leaving Pokhara, the beautiful lake city, we trek to Annapurna base camp as rhododendron forests give way to bamboo groves, which in turn vanish into the high desert landscapes, people of Aryan stock give way to those of Mongoloid stock and the dominant religion changes from Hinduism in the lower reaches to Buddhism higher up. Passing through the Machapuchere and Annapurna base camp directly below the dramatic fishtail peak, our destination is the vast natural amphitheatre of the Annapurna Sanctuary where we are ringed by glistening peaks.

Overview:

Destination: Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

Total Trekking Days: 18 Days

Culture: Mixed, dominated by Gurung

Highest Altitude: 4130m.

Best Season: Autumn (Sep-Nov) and Spring (Mar-May)

Major Attraction: Phewa Lake, Pokhara valley, Gurung villages- Landruk and Ghandruk, Hinko Cave, Bamboo forest, Machapuchere Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp.

Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu (Arrival & Transfer to Hotel) - 1340M

Day 02: Transfer to Pokhara by tourist coach

Day 03: Drive to Phedi & Trek to Tolkha (1850M)-approx 6/7 hrs

Day 04: Trek to Chhomrong Village (2170M) - Approx. 5/6 hrs

Day 05: Trek to Dovan (2510) - Approx 5/6 hrs

Day 06: Trek to Deurali (3230M) - 4 hrs

Day 07: Trek to Machhapuchre Base Camp/Fishtail Base Camp (3700M) - Approx 3 hrs

Day 08: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130M) - Approx 4/5 hrs

Day 09: Trek down to Bamboo (2340M) - Approx 5/6 hrs

Day 10: Trek to Chhomrung (2170M) - Approx 4/5 hrs

Day 11: Trek to Tada Pani (2590M) - approx 5 hrs

Day 12: Trek to Gorepani (3194M) - 4 hrs

Day 13: Trek to Poonhil (3210M)-Gorepani- Tikhedunga (1540M)

Day 14: Trek to Ghandruk Village (1940M) - Approx 5/6 hrs

Day 15: Trek to Nayapul, Drive to Pokhara &Transfer to Hotel

Day 16: Transfer to Kathmandu by tourist coach 5/6 hrs

Day 17: Full Day sightseeing of KTM Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath & Pashupatinath

Day 18: Departure to Airport and Fly Back to Home. Or Join other activities

Trip Cost Include:

• KTM International Airport Arrival & Departure by Private Car/van/Private Bus
• Total 03 Nights Accommodations on B/B Plan Twin Sharing/Single room in Kathmandu 02 night Accommodation in Pokhara.
• All entrance fees during all tours places as per itinerary
• Round Trip( KTM-PKR-KTM) By Tourist Bus for Guide
• English Speaking experienced Govt. Trained/Licensed Holder Guide for KTM-whole Trek- KTM
• Porters (One porter for 2 Pax bases, Max 35 KGS per Porter) from Pokhara-Whole Trek-Pokhara
• Annapurna Conservation Trek Permit & TRC Permit
• Domestic Airport Transfers (Hotel-Domestic Airport-Hotel) before and after Trek in KTM & PKR
• Round Trip Pokhara-Phedi-Pokhara By taxi/Van/Private Bus
• Full Board basis Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as per above Itinerary
• Best Tea house/Mountain Lodge Accommodations in Twin/single Sharing basis in Whole Trek
• Insurance, Daily Wages, Equipments and all meals & Lodges of Porters and Guide in Whole Trek
• Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Swayambu nath, Buddha nath Stupa, Kumari temple/durbar square & Pashupatinath Temple by tour guide and car/driver
• Entrance fees of all sightseeing Monuments/temples/stupas during sightseeing in Kathmandu
• Half day sightseeing in Pokhara (Devi's fall, Caves: Gupteshower cave, Mahendra cave, White River George, Temples: Bindyabasini Temple, Barahi Temple & Boating at Fewa Lake(1hr)by guide/taxi/van
• Government taxes & Other Applicable Fees

Trip Cost Exclude:

• International Airfare to and from your country
• Nepal Visa fee: US$ 30 & Departure Airport tax: Approx. US$ 24 in International Airport, KTM
• Travel & Health Insurance (Most recommended)
• Any Alcoholic Drinks, Cold Drinks, Boiled & Mineral Waters, Beverages etc in Trek
• Tips for Guide & Porter( Not mandatory but expected)
• Hot Shower, Battery Charges( Available in Trek with Extra cost or Free on spot)
• Any Other Cost, which is not mentioned in Cost Includes Items as Above