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ANNAPURNA
BASE CAMP TREK 14 DAYS |
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Annapurna Base Camp |
This
classic trek circles the entire Annapurna massif and in so doing offers
a spectacular variety of people and landscapes, from lowland farming
country to alpine meadows to the Tibet-like country on the northern
slopes of the Himalaya. We start in the foothills at Besi Sahar and
rise after 6 days to the settlement of Manang at 3500m where we acclimatise
and enjoy the mountain views. We continue to ascend and on day 10 of
the trek we cross the famous Thorung La, at 5416m, to Muktinath, an
important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. |
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From
here we descend into the Kali Gandaki, with Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
towering on either side. En route back to Pokhara we pass through the
many beautiful hill villages that populate this ancient trading route
between Tibet and India. We also visit the hot springs at Tatopani,
and climb up Poon Hill, above Ghorapani, to enjoy magnificent mountain
views. Accommodation and food is provided in the local lodges. Transport
to Besi Sahar is by private coach and the return to Kathmandu from Pokhara
is by air. |
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1
Day. America / Europe Katmandu: Our Nepalis Tour Leader will
be waiting in the Airport and trasnfer to the selected Hotel in Kathmandu,
our Hotels that we work are wll situated away from the noise and bustle
of the city centre in the good atmosphere of quiet, restful charm. with
a friendly and helpful Nepalese staff. Team members will be accommodated
on a twin share basis in large en-suite rooms. Single rooms are available
if you prefer, for which a supplement is payable, dinner and overnight
in Kathmandu |
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2
Day. Katmandú City Tours: Kathmandu Sightseeing After
breakfast, we will start with city sightseeing of Kathmandu visiting
great Durbar square full or ancient places, temples, and artistic shrines
and out door deities of Malla Kings. We also visit the Swayambhunath
sputa, A 2000 years- old Buddhist Charity's. The Pashupatinath Hindu
temple of Lord Shiva, renowned for its gold gilt roof and richly carved
silver doors. After lunch we will visit to Patan Durbar Square full
of Hindu temples & Buddhist monuments with bronze gateways, also
known as the city of artists that offers many artistic handicrafts.
Our next stop will be Tibetan refugee camp where one can see spinning,
dyeing and weaving of Tibetan carpets. In the evening, we will proceed
to see cultural show. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel |
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3
Day. Kathmandu - Tikhedhungha (1525m): Breakfast. Our Trekking
guide will come to the hotel around 06:30 hrs to pick you up for a short
drive to the airport from where we fly to Pokhara. Drive for an hour
to Naya Pul and commence our trek to Birethanti, a large and prosperous
town beside the Modi River. We head up the main trail to Sudami where
we climb gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Hile (1495m)
before pushing on to Tirkhe Dhunga (4:30 hrs). |
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4
Day: Trek - Ghorepani (2750m): Today we spend a pleasant day’s
walking, trekking through rhododendron and oak forests and across the
Bhurungdi Khola stream before making a short, final climb to Nangethanti
(2460m). After lunch in Nangethanti we head up to Ghorepani (2750m)
(5:30 hrs). |
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5
Day: Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani (2520m): After an early
start at around 04:00 hrs we will ascend to Poon Hill (3210m), this
is steep climb, but not to hard and it will take us about 1 hour and
leads us to a brilliant viewpoint, providing an unobstructed sunrise
over the high Himalayas. After spending about 40 minutes on the hillside
and enjoy a good cup of coffee or tea, we come back to Ghorepani, have
a hot breakfast, and start walking to Tadapani. From Ghorepani the trail
climbs along ridges and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali
(2960m). We descend to reach Banthanti, before winding our way down
to Tadapani (2540m) (6 hrs). |
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6
Day: Tadapani - Chhomrong (2210m): Dropping down from Tadapani
Gurjung the route offers good views of the upper Modi valley. The path
then starts the long ascent high above the west bank of the Modi Khola.
We then arrive in the village of Chhomrong (2210m) which lies tucked
at the very base of Himal Chuli. Chomrong is the last permanent settlement
in the valley (5 hrs). |
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7
Day: Chhomrong -Doban (2540m): From Chhomrong the trail descends
until Chhomrong Khola, then the trail begins a slow climb as we head
up to our first destination – Sinuwa. We then proceed to Kuldi
Ghar (2470m) about 2 1/2 to 3 hrs walking. The trek now enters the upper
Modi Khola valley. We can expect snow from here on in the winter months
(Dec-Febr.) We continue our trek going down to Bamboo through an uninhabited
forest area, scattered with big rocks. From Bamboo the road will take
us through bamboo and rhododendron forests to Doban (2540m) (6 hrs). |
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8
Day: Doban - Deurali (3170): After climbing 300 meters up we
will first pas the Himalayan Hotel at 2840 meters. We then continue
on to Hinko Cave (3100m) and then onto Deurali. During this day if we
are lucky we can see interesting wildlife like deer, jackals and peacocks.
Here we will also have great views of Machhapuchhare mountain (6997m)
and you will understand why the translation of its name means fishtail
mountain. In Deurali we will stay overnight (5:30 hrs). |
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9
Day: Deurali - Annapurna Base camp: Today we climb 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. This area
is called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by
mountains. From here it is a two-hour trek to Annapurna Base camp, which
offers spectacular views (5:30 hrs). |
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10
Day: Annapurna Base Camp - Sinuwa: Today we follow our way
back to Sinuwa, it’s more easy as we descend the most part of
our route (5 hrs). |
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11
Day: Sinuwa - Ghandrung (1940m): From Sinuwa we continue to
Chhomrong from where the trail descends through forests to Gurjung Khola
and then the trail ascends slightly until Kimrong. Then we reach the
top of the Deurali, from where it is an easy way to reach Ghandrunk.
Ghandrunk is a village of Gurung people, one of the ethnic groups of
Nepal; they have their own dialect, culture, costume, and life style.
Ghandrunk is one of the most famous destinations for trekkers known
for its beautiful mountain views. (It is an easy reach from Pokhara
or Kathmandu.) Our early arrival means we have the afternoon to visit
the one of the Gurung Museum and explore the village (4:30 hrs). |
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12
Day: Ghandrung - Birethanti - Naya Pul - Pokhara (910m): From
Ghandrung it's easy walking, all down hill, to Naya Pul where our trekking
ends (4 hrs). Our private transport to drive us to Pokhara about an
hour away. Overnight at the hotel |
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13
Day: Fly back from Pokhara to Kathmandu: Fly back to Kathmandu
by the early morning flight arrive to Kathmandu transfer to the Hotel
and free day. dinner and overnight at hotel in Kathmandu |
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14
Day: Katmandu - Europe / America after the Breakfast in the Hotel in Khatmandu, our Sherpa tour leader will transfer the passengers to the International Airport at proper time to fligh back home. END OF OUR SERVICES |
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