Annapurna Dhaulagiri Balcony and Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. Meet, and transfer to
hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 Kathmandu valley sightseeing, 6 hrs. Kathmandu Valley is home of numerous
United Nations World Heritage sites such as Kathmandu Durbar square,  Pashupatinath  (the most important Hindu temple complex in Nepal), Boudhanath (one of  the largest and most beautiful Buddhist stupas in the world), Swoyambhunath (known as the "monkey temple" after its large number of red monkey inhabitants, this temple sits atop a hill with   wonderful views of the whole valley), and Bhaktapur village (considered  the best surviving example of the traditional architecture and lifestyles of the valley's original inhabitants - the Newari people). Additionally, a tour of the valley affords many opportunities to observe and interact with the colorful valley inhabitants.

Day 04 Drive to Pokhara over night Hotel.

Day 05 Trek departure.

Trek to Annapurna (land of beautiful)
Tour Summary:

Annapurna Areas {4/21days} this is very popular trekking area in Nepal. It is very beautiful for its mountain scenery, section Of Nepal. Trek can start Beshisahar & many option s places for those who like to do long & short [easy & adventure] Trek. Trekkers they have to walk through Green fields of paddy & banana groves, into oak bamboo, pine, rhododendron, &many kinds of tree lines. Eventually emerging into high desert places, high passes, religious place, holly place [for Hindu & Buddhist] & historic furriers town. This trek gives you ample opportunity to observe the Culture & life style of at least a half dozen ethnic groups an exposition more then any other trek. But if any person like crossing the Throng la pass [5416mt] required to acclimatize & to have excellent physical fitness. Mountains views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Annapurna.

Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, and trek to Tikhedhunga (1577M.)
After having break fast about 9 a.m. leave for trek, one and half hour drive (42k.m) The drive gives you wonderful chance to see the view of full Pokhara valley with Annapurna & Fishtail in background. Start walk from Nayapul (1050m.), after half-hour walk stop for lunch at Birethanti. After lunch easy walk for two-hour following the Bhurendi khola, you will meet Gurung village, people are busy in their field. The nature is pretty to see. As soon as you reach to Bhuk Deaurli the trail leads you up hill towards Tikhedhunga (1500m) for one and half-hour more. The Tikhedhunga is our night camp for that night right before the serious up of Ulleri (about 3000 steps).

Day 06 Trek to Ghorepani (2850M.) .
after break fast start walk towards Ghorepani (2850 m.) For 6-7 hrs. Starting 3 hrs is serious up hill through village and terrace. After one and half-hour walk you will get chance to see the view of Annapurna south (7219m) and Himchuli (6444m). That view does not move away from your eye for another one and half-hour. The place named Banthanti is our lunch stop for that day Just before the forest walk start. After lunch walk through rhododendron, bamboo, pine forest makes your walk more interesting even you have chanced to see white monkeys and birds around. The walk that feel little bit difficult but that is great experience and good for next day because next morning the Poon hill (3200m.) is great view point for 12 peaks including Dhaulagiri (8167m), very close view of Annapurna south (7219) Machhapuchre (6993), and other famous peaks. The spring season is great time to visit because the forest with colorful rhododendron flowers makes you wonderful feeling?

Day 07 Early in morning, excursion to Poon hill (3200M.) and trek to Tadapani 2616M.).
Wake up early in the morning, 5 am. After having tea continue one hour walk up to Poon hill reach Poon hill at sunrise time observe the fantastic view, take photos, have great experience and back to Ghorepani about 8 am, have breakfast and continue walk towards Tadapani (2700m) about 9 am. The trail leads up hill for one and half hour through jungle that walk provides you great view of Dhawalagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna south, Gangapurna, Himchuli and fishtail. After Reaching Gurung hill (3290) the trail leads you down to Daurali (3100) and Banthanti the lunch spot of that very day. Most of the walk of that day is through jungle. After having lunch at Banthanti another one and half-hour to go up hill to Tadapani another view point. The town Tadapani is small newly built business centre with 10-12 lodges.

Day 08 Trek to Chhumrung (1950M.)
After breakfast, start walk towards steep down to Kyumru Khola, crossing a suspension Bridge, we will stop for lunch at Gurjung village. After lunch we have to walk gradual up and flat way to Chhomrong village. At Chhomrong you will find only Gurung ethnic group of people. Overnight camp at Chhomrong

Day 09 Rest at Chhomrong

Day 10 Trek to Himali hotel (2700M.).
Start walking towards gradual up to Sinwa. From this point, we can see fantastic view of Modi khola valley. After lunch we will inter into thick forest of  Bambu Gaun. We stop for lunch there, then trek start to Himalaya Hotel (2700 m) camp

Day 11 Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4100M.).
Start walking gradual up through Machhapuchre Base Camp (MBC) to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). From Annapurna base Camp (ABC) we can see Machhapuchre, Ten Peak, Himchuli, Tharpuchuli, Annapurna south and Annapurna I. you can see and hear Snowfalls and avalanches then camp at Annapurna base camp (4100 m).

Day 12 Trek back from ABC to Shinuwa.
You can look scenery of forest and Mt. Annapurna, Himchuli and Machhapuchre  with fresh air and Hinku caves then overnight camp at Sinwa.

Day 13 Trek back to Ghandruk.
After breakfast start to trek towards Ghandruk, you will be by down broad trail to  kyamnu khola crossing the river. you climb steep up to Deurali Bhanjyang. Then  stop for lunch. After lunch trek to Ghandruk village. over night in Ghandruk. This village has more then 350 houses. Ghandruk village lies in front of Annapurna Himalayan. They have own culture, traditional dresses, and living style is very interesting to know. at Ghandruk. Overnight camp at Ghandruk.

Day 14 Trek ends at Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.
The trek back to Nayapul, on the way you will cross the Gurung villages, the village people are busy in their farm fields. The trail comes slope down to Modikhola and you will have lunch spot for this day. The trek ends at Nayapul then drive back to Pokhara, overnight at hotel.

Day 15 Half day Sight seen in Pokhara and rest.

Day 16 Drive from Pokhara to Royal chitwan National Park.

Royal Chitwan National Park.
Nepal’s frist and most famous national park is situated in the Chitwan Doon or the lowlands of the inner Terai. Covering an area of 932 sq. km. the park includes hilly areas of the Siwalik Range covered by deciduous sal forest. A fifth of the park is made up of the floodplains of the Narayani, Rapti and the ReuRivers and is covered by dense tall elephant grass interspersed with reverine forest of silk cotton, acacia and sisam trees. This ecologically diverse area is the last remaining home in Nepal for more then 500 of the endangered Asian one-horned Rhinoceros and harbors one of the largest populations of the elusive and rare Royal Bengal Tiger. Besides Rhino and Tiger, Chitwan also supports a great variety of flora and fauna. There are 4 species of deer, including the spotted Chittal, Leopard, Sloth bear, wild boar, rhesus monkey, Gray langur monkey, wild dog, small wild cat, the white stocking gaur and many other smaller animals. The swampy areas and numerous ox-bow lakes of Chitwan provide a home for marss crocodiles. In a stretch of the Narayani river is found one of they few remaining of populations of the rare and endangered fish – only eating gharial, or gangetice crocodile. Here also is found one of the worlds 4 species of fresh water Dolphin. For the ornithologist and the amateur bird – watcher the park offers excellent possibilities with more then 452 species. Some of the resident specialties are peacocks, several species of woodpecker, hornbills, Bengal florican, and red headed trogons. Winter bird such as water fowl, brahmini duck, pintails and bar headed geese, all must many other cold weather visitors are drawn by the sanctuary of the parks rivers.

After arrive in Sauraha then lunch and visiting the Tharu Village Sightseeing and back to Lodge 7.00 p.m. dinner and over night lodge.

Day 17  After breakfast Canoe trip and Jungle walk and back to Camp. 12.45 p.m. Lunch 3.00 p.m. Elephant ride 2 hrs. 7.00 p.m. dinner and culture program.

Day 18  After Breakfast Elephant bearding center tour and 12.30 p.m. Elephant Bathing in Rapti River. 1.00 p. m. Lunch 1.30 p.m. Bicycle tour to twenty thousand Lake and Back to camp. dinner and rest.

Day 19 Early morning Bird watching tour about 1½ hrs. and back to Camp  and Break fast and 9.30 A.m. Departure to Kathmandu Over night hotel.

Day 20  free day for shopping in Kathmandu.

Day 21 Final departure from Kathmandu

Or stay longer or for short tours such as game drive at National parks safari, do some wild-water rafting, a Tibet tour or even mountain biking, etc- please ask us).  

Cost per person:

US $1748.00
Pound £1113.00
EURO €1222.00
Australian $1748.00
Canadian $1748.00

Fixed group departure 2011:

9th, 13th, 22nd and 28th February 2011
6th, 10th, 12th, 18th, 23rd and 29th March 2011.
1st, 7th, 12th, and 27th April 2011.
7th, 11th, and 16th May 2011
10th, 19th and 24th June 2011.
4th, 9th 17th and 23rd September 2011.
8th, 13th, 18th, 23rd and 28th October 2011.
5th, 10th, 15th, 23rd, and 25th November 2011
15th and 23rd December 2011.

Fixed group departure 2012:

11th, 15th, 21st and 30th February 2012
1st, 3rd, 9th, 15th, 21st, and 26th March 2012.
7th, 13th, 16th, and 26th April 2012.
4th, 7th, 13th and 20th May 2012
6th and 15th June 2012.
6th, 10th, 17th, and 25th September 2012.
8th, 12th, 20th, 26th and 29th October 2012.
1st 5th, 11th, and 20th November 2012
10th and 21st December 2012.

For the convenience of our travelers to Nepal and fallow up the fixed departure itinerary of Explore Alpine adventure guarantees all fixed group departures dates.

Group Departures are for an adventurous individual person willing to join a small group of other travelers. We can arrange group trekking tours or individual trekking tours, to suit your requirements. Please you can choose any dates which will be suitable for you and please match your arrival in Kathmandu and departure from Kathmandu. 

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in lodge during the trek period. 
  
• Necessary Domestic air tickets and airport tax as per itinerary. 
  
• English speaking local expert guide, porters
  
• Accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu/ Pokhara on double sharing with breakfast as per itinerary.
  
• All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu/ Pokhara and entry fees as per itinerary.
  
• Airport transfers and escort
  
• Insurance of the guide and porters as per itinerary.
  
• Jungle safari tour as per itinerary with full board and national park fees and all jungle activities including Elephant riding.
  
• Rafting as per itinerary .
  
• All necessary paper works and national park entry permits.
  
• Travel & Rescue arrangement if necessary.
  
• TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System)
  
• All government taxes.

PRICE EXCLUDES:

• International flight & departure tax
  
• Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  
• Personal Trekking gears (available on hire in Nepal)
  
• Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance.

Equipment List for trekking:

 FOOT WEAR

• Trekking boots: (one pairs), Thick socks (4 pairs)
• Light socks (3 pairs)
• Camp shoes (1 pair)
• Sandals (1 pair)

 CLOTHING

• Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trousers (1)
• Fleece jacket or pullover ( 1)
• Warm cotton trousers (2 pairs)
• Shirts and T-shirts ( 4 pieces)
• Lightweight cotton long pants ( 3 pairs)
  
• Long under wear (2 pieces)
• Short under wear (4 pieces)
• Sun hat or scarf ( 1) Woolen hat (1)
• Sunglasses (1)
• Lightweight gloves (1)
• Rain coat(1)
• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof (1)

OTHER EQUIPMENT

• Sleeping bag (4 seasons) 1
• Down jacket -1
• Day pack – 1
• Water bottle – 1
• Sun cream
• Sunglasses
• Flash light with spare bulbs, batteries, lip salve,  gaiters.

Booking & Payment Conditions

Explore Alpine Adventure and Alpine Explore Nepal tour and trek is a well-known government licensed trekking and touring company in Nepal. We accept your bookings under the following terms and conditions.

1. When you confirmed trip, we need photo copy of your passport and 30% down payment of the total price for advance flight tickets, hotel booking and permit process.

2. Payments can be wired by bank transfer to our company bank account or Master Card and Visa Card. but we give preference bank transfer to our company account.

Please inquiry for bank accounts for your convenience.

3. Bank service charge should be paid by the clients themselves at the time of deposit.

4. In addition, payments can be made by Cash, Travels Cheque, Master Card or Visa Card as well. If you would like to make the payment by Master Card or Visa Card, the cards payment handling bank service charge 3.5% will charge to the card holder. 

5. After receiving photo copy of your passport, and 30% advance form you, we send you final confirmation receipt.

6. Remaining balance can be made after your arrival in Nepal. Full payment should be made before trip departure. Be mindful, we also reserve the right to cancel your trip provided full amount is not paid in time.

7. Travel insurance is compulsory for all Clients undertaking any tour. It should provide adequate protection for the full duration of the tour or Trek to cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter evacuation, loss of luggage, etc.

8. If you wish to arrange your travel insurance from our Company, we will arrange travel insurance for you.

9 Cancellation by the Client: Cancellation of a confirmed booking must be made by the Client in writing either in written documents or on an email. Cancellation shall valid with approval from the company after receiving document. Trip shall then be termed as cancelled and as a cancellation charge, 30% of the trip amount would be deducted from the advance paid.

10 Risk & Liabilities:

We are committed to providing the best services which will give you a once in a life time journey in this connection, we perform our duties honestly & seriously to make your journey very smooth & pleasant. However, the entire programs in Nepal/Tibet/Bhutan are conducted strictly under the rules and regulation of theirs’ own policies.
There for Explore Alpine Adventure and its related organization shall not be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstance such as govt. restriction, Land slide, road blockage, flood, snow political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, sickness or accident, Any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients on the spots.

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