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 Annapurna Foothills - Escorted Walking
This is an excellent introduction to trekking in Nepal. Magnificent mountain scenery and hospitable local people make for an unforgettable experience. This trek is for those who don't want all the balloons and whistles. This trek is called The real Experience. For those who want to do it In Style please contact us for pirces and dates. This trek starts and concludes at Pokhara. You can eitehr make you own way to here, or we can make arrangements for you.
You will see many prosperous, busy villages of terra-cotta and thatched-roof houses, but your constant companions will also be the soaring peaks of Annapurna. At the charming settlement of Ghandrung, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli tower almost overhead. A sunrise visit to Poon Hill will reveal the Magnificent Annapurna Himal and the sacred 'Fishtail' Machapuchare in all their glory. Even first-timers will enjoy this trek, as the highest point is Poon Hill at 3,232m. You are sure to enjoy the laidback atmosphere of 'Lakeside' Pokhara as well.
Ghorepani (2530m) is the ultimate destination of Annapurna foothill trekkers. It used to be main pass through which traders with Mules, from Mustang and Tibet, used to reach Pokhara. The early morning sunrise over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna from Pun hill is famous. And the panoramic view of the Annapurna range on the way to Ghandrung village unforgettable. .
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| Departures: |
2010 and 2011
Every Thursday except June to August (no departures)
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| Price: |
Double Room:
$499 per person based on 2 persons.
Single Room:
If you book a date that noone else has booked on the cost is $644
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| Grade: |
Leisurely Plus with 5-7 hours walking per day.
Maximum altitude is 3232metres;
Trek distance is 144km.
Group size: max 15 / min 2 |
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- All meals and accommodation in lodge/tea house during the trek.
- Service of trek guide.
Porters to carry personal baggage each 15 kg.)
- Accident insurance for staffs and porters
- Annapurna Conservation entry permit (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
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DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Personal clothing and sleeping bag
- Airfare and transportation to and from Pokhara
- Emergency evacuation and oxygen cost, and medical-box
- Alcoholic and bottled beverage, laundry, and tips.
- Hotel accommodation, sightseeing and meals in Katmandu and Pokhara
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| Itinerary |
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Day 1: Drive to Nayapul. Trek to Tirkhedhunga(2080m) - 5 hours
It is a 1 hour drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1100m) situated on the Modi River. Excellent views of waterfalls and you start meeting local people along the trail. The trail ascends to Tirkhedhunga. Day 2: Trek to Ghorepani (3194m) - 4 hours
The trail continues to climb up on a stone staircase through wet temperate forests of Oak and rhododendron until Ghorepani. Ghorepani is on of the most popular village along Annapurna circuit. Many trekkers who do not trek the whole circuit visit Ghorepani to view a magnificent panorama of the Himalaya peaks. Most of the inhabitants in this village are magars. Day 3: Trek to Tadapani (2595m)- 5 hrs
Visit Poon Hill (3100m) early next morning (about 1 hour walk) where you can have excellent views of Machapuchre, Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri Himal. During spring you also see Rhododendron flowers at their best. The red variety is called Lali Gurans, and is the national flower of Nepal. From Ghorepani you leave the main trail that leads you to Jomsom/Muktinath, and walk to Tadapani. Villages and tea house dot the trail. Day 4: Ghandrung (1940m) - 3 hours
Trek to Ghandrung. Some parts of the trail are slippery during December and January due to snow condition. Decend to Ghandrung. Ghandrung is a large Gurung village located above Modi Khola (river). This village also offers excellent views of Annapapurna South, Gangapurna (7455m). Annapurna III (7555m), and Machapuchre (Fishtail). Camp in terraced fields. Day 5: Dhampus (1770m) - 6 hours
From Ghandrung it is a steep descent following a stone staircase down to the Modi Khola river and then a climb of about 1000ft to Landrung. The trail then ascends very gradually through meadows to Tolka. From Tolka the trail climbs up to a pass and then descends very gradually to Pothana . From Pothana it is about 1 hour walk down to Dhampus. Day 6: Phedi / Pokhara - 2 hours
From Dhampus there is a steep descent through farms to the flat valley. Around 2 hours easy walk and you will reach the road that leads to Pokhara. Drive to Pokhara = 1 hour.
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