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27 December, 2011
Apa Sherpa unfurls a Nepalese national flag on the summit of Mount Everest on May 11. The Nepalese climber who has conquered Mount Everest a record 21 ...
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25 November, 2011
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18 October, 2011
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25 August, 2011
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24 August, 2011
A sample survey conducted by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has shown that around 520,522 Indian tourists visited Nepal in 2010.
23 August, 2011
The family of Aubrey Caroline Sacco, who has gone missing since April, 2010, has decided to organize fresh search and rescue mission to ascertain her whereabouts.
30 November, 2010
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3 November, 2010
Adventure athlete Sean Burch has set a world record by becoming the fastest man to trek through Nepal. Burch trekked through high altitude peaks across ...
25 October, 2010
Veteran Nepali mountaineer Chewang Nima Sherpa, who is one summit short of equaling the record of most summits on Mt Everest, has gone missing after ...
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Annapurna Sanctuary Trek 17days |
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Annapurna Sanctuary Trek commences in the ancient city of Kathmandu; from Kathmandu you will board a bus to Pokhara for an overnight stay. The trek begins in the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara through ever green forests and rhododendron thickets to Jinu Dhanad. The village of Jinu Dhanad is known for its natural hot springs, so take a dip in the soothing water heated by Mother Nature. After a gradual trek up, the village of Chhomrong is the next attraction and stopping point, boasting crystal clear views of the unconquered Machhapuchhare peak (6,993m/22,943ft) which resembles a fishtail. The trail then goes on to the Himalaya Hotel (2840m9, 318ft), where one can devour even more magnificent views of the Himalayas. Your journey beyond the Himalaya Hotel gets slightly more difficult during the ascent to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3,700m/12,139ft). The peaks Annapurna-III (7,600m/24,934ft) and Annapurna -IV (7,400m/24,278ft) are visible from this point and the gigantic glacier of Machhapuchhare makes its presence felt. You will have easy day for acclimatization is necessary; also a great opportunity for you to enjoy the phenomenal mountain views from here.
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Itinerary |
| Day 01 |
Kathmandu:
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will officially greet and meet you at Airport & transfer you to Hotel Shanker or similar category hotel. You will have leisure time, followed by an evening welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft). |
| Day 02 |
Kathmandu:
Half-day guided city tours (tour includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, Syambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath Temple - Hindu Temple & Buddha Nath - The biggest Buddha Stupa in ancient Kathmandu). Afternoon pre-trip discussion of the trek. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft). |
| Day 03 |
Kathmandu - Pokhara: 6 hour bus dive
Early morning at 7 am bus drive to Pokhara. Pokhara offers the magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara numerous lakes, known as 'Tal' in Nepali offer fishing, boating and swimming. Explore, relax and dine by tranquil Lake Fhewa. Overnight in Pokhara (823m/2,700ft). |
| Day 04 |
Pokhara- Phedi - Tolka: 6-7 hours
Transfer to Phedi, this is the starting point of your trek. The trail ascends steep uphill to Dhampus. You are rewarded with immediate views of the mountains, which continue to improve as you ascend along the ridge. The trail climbs on a stone-paved trial through forests to Deurali and lengthy descends to Tolka (1,790m/5,872ft) for overnight. |
| Day 05 |
Tolka- Chhomrong: 7 -8 hours
The trail descends a stone stair case, then a climb through forests to a ridge. Pass stream, fields, and Gurung village and cross a suspension bridge. After stiff walk you will arrive in Jhinu Danda (where you will get small hot spring); continue uphill trek to Chhomrong (2,190m/7,185ft) for overnight. You will have the greatest panoramic view of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Fish Tail |
| Day 06 |
Chhomrong - Bamboo: 4-5 hours
You will descend on a stone staircase through fields and cross the Chhomrong River on a swaying suspension bridge. The trails follow beautiful forests of bamboo, rhododendron and oak. Descend a long, steep, slippery stone staircase to Bamboo (2,310m/7,579ft) for overnight. |
| Day 07 |
Bamboo- Himalayan Hotel- Deurali: 4-5 hours
Follow the trail above the river, through a thick bamboo and rhododendron forests up the side of the canyon. The trail becomes rocky, steep, traversing landslide and several an avalanche tracks brings you to Hinko, with its overload rock protrusion making a cave-like impression. Cross a ravine and make your way up through large boulders until you reach Deurali (3,140m/10,300ft) for overnight. |
| Day 08 |
Deurali to Machhapuchhare Base camp: 3-4 hours
Cross a stream to descend to the Modi riverbed and climb gradually to arrive at the elevation valley where the Machhapuchhare base camp (3,700m/12,139ft) is located. Due to the sharp increase in elevation, you will not go further but the mountain views are stupendous; the panorama includes Machhapuchhare, Annapurna III, Fang and Annapurna South. |
| Day 09 |
Machhapuchhare Base camp - Annapurna Base Camp: 2 - 3 hours
The path widens as you enter the Sanctuary, fallows a steam, and then climbs to a few huts alongside a moraine. There are sensational views of the near-vertical south face of Annapurna towering above the sanctuary. Annapurna Base Camp sanctuary boasts of a dynamic view without anything impeding it?s panorama of the 360 degrees. Overnight in Annapurna Base Camp (4130m/13550ft) |
| Day 10-11 |
Annapurna Base Camp - Himalayan Hotel ? Chhomrong
Retrace your steps to Himalayan Hotel. You will appreciate the path as it offers another mountain perspective. Stay overnight in Himalayan Hotel. Next day the trail goes up and down all the way to Chhomrong. After a long day trek, you will enjoy a hot shower and good night?s rest in Chhomrong |
| Day 12 |
Chhomrong to Tadapani: 5-6 hours
You will cross some Gurung villages, a landslide, and a suspension bridge, last part of the trek is steep climb to Tadapani. This place is surrounding by rhododendrons forest so you will have an opportunity to see lounger monkey. You will see fabulous sunrise over fish tail, Gangapurna and Annapurna range. Stay overnight in Tadapani (2,710m/8,891ft). |
| Day 13 |
Tadapani to Ghorepani: 5-7 hours The trial descends through rhododendron forest to stream and stiff extended ascending to Deurali, from where you will see fabulous view of Himalayans including Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,795ft). The path descends to Ghorepani (2,850m/9,350ft) for overnight. You will encounter the first of many elaborately decorated horse and mule caravans. |
| Day 14 |
Ghorepani-Poon Hill - Tirkhedhunga: 5-6 hours
Early in the morning you will trek to Poon hill (3,210m/10,531ft) for sunrise and views; can view over 30 white-capped peaks, the whole Annapurna range. Many people talk about having a life changing experience after watching the sunrise over the panorama of the Himalayas. After breakfast continue path descends to Tirkhedhunga (1,557m/5,108ft) for over night. |
| Day 15 |
Tirkhedhunga to Nayapul to Pokhara: 3-4 hours trek; 1 hour by car
The trails continue through the bank of the river and reach the point (Birethanti) where, possibly lunch held. Half hour walks lead you to catch the van, and then drive to Pokhara |
| Day 16 |
Pokhara - Kathmandu
Early morning fly to Kathmandu (catch left side of the airplane for the best views of Himalayans) .Transfer to your hotel; the day at leisure to rest, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu and evening celebration dinner together. Stay overnight in Kathmandu. |
| Day 17 |
Farewell Friend
Today the journey comes to an end. There's nothing to do but trade emails with your new friends, organize all your photos and finally depart from Nepal. Or get ready for the next adventure |
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