This camping trek we venture into rarely visited valleys deep within the Annapurna range. Traditional Gurung villages away from the tourist trail offer a cultural experience that is all to often missed on the more popular trails. Walking through untouched primary forest is a rare joy anyway, but in the foothills of Nepal it is exhilarating.
The trail follows the high alpine summer grazing route the shepherds use to herd their flocks above the treeline. The views from the ridges of the endless blue foothills as they roll southwards are unsurpassed anywhere in the Kingdom. This new trek offers a truly captivating village experience where we get to see the real rural Nepal. We camp at unique sites, eat the local dishes and witness daily life unfold around us. We also get to see a side of the Himalayas rarely seen.
Highlights of the Trek
Magnificent view of Mt. Annapurna, Fish Tail, Gurung culture,
Facts of the Trip
Tour Region: Annapurna.
Best season: September to December & Feb to May.
Transportation: By tourist bus / private.
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort & tea house /camping
Grade: moderate
Trekking style: tea house / camping
Highest access of the trek: 2200m
Culture: Gurung, Magar, Thakali
Himalayan sights: Annapurna and fishtail
Attraction: Close Mountain View, local Villages
Travel Insurance
Make sure to have both medical and evacuation insurance before coming to Nepal for Trekking. Insurance for the guide and supporters which we will arrange,
Note: - B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= dinner
Note : The departure schedule can be changed on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, trail slides, and avalanches.
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport then transfer to the Hotel evening welcome Nepali dinner with us.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley with a guide by private vehicle.
Day 03: Kathmandu drive to Pokhara it takes about 7 hrs or 30 min fly then stay at hotel near by fewa Lake evening boating in Fewa lake.
Day 04: Pokhara drive to Hemja start trek to Kharpani (hot spring) it takes about hours then overnight at tented camp or lodge.
Day 05: Kharpani trek to Ghalegaun (2713m) it takes about 5 hours then overnight at tented camp or lodge.
Day 06: Ghalegaun (2713m) trek to Parche (1760m) it takes about 6 hours then overnight at tented camp or lodge.
Day 07: Explore at (2000m) and back to Parche
Day 08: Parche (1760m) trek to Chasu (980m) it takes about hours then overnight at tented camp or local lodge.
Day 09: Chasu (980m) trek to Kalikasthan (1080m) it takes about 6 hours then overnight tented camp or local lodge.
Day 10: Kalikasthan (1080m) to Begnas Lake it takes about 3 hours then drive back to Pokhara stay at hotel near by Fewa Lake.
Day 11: Pokhara 7 hours drive or 30 min fly back to Kathmandu stay at hotel.
Day 12: fly back to home or connecting onward journey.
Team Membership
For the Annapurna Siklis Trekking we will take minimum 2 trekkers and maximum of 20 trekkers.
Fitness and what to expect
We are travelling in high and remote terrain at moderately high altitudes. Members will best have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the experience to its fullest. The trails are sometimes steep and a couple of the trek days quite long (about 6 hours). Weather can deteriorate and rain, strong winds and even some snow are possible. However we are travelling at a mild time of the year to best appreciate the surroundings.
Hotel
There are every category of accommodation facilities that range from the international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges; therefore the hotel reservation is not a difficult task. You can make reservation as per you budget. 'Himalayan Idol ' is ready to make any arrangement for you as per your wish, desire and budget.
Food
Food will be of the highest standard possible, given the remoteness of the situation. Please inform us if you have any special dietary requirements.
In the Annapurna Siklis Trekking we will be dining in the Lodge.
Equipment List
Please read the list enclosed detailing all necessary clothing and equipment to be individually provided by trek members. If you have any queries about items on the list please do ask.
Clothing and Equipment Check List
Body Wear
- Thermal underwear (long)
- Polarfleece jacket and pants
- Mid layer polar fleece top
- Down jacket (to –10°C)
- Gortex rain parka and overpants
- T shirt and shorts
- Underwear
- Casual wear for evenings
- Comfortable riding pants and jacket
Head Wear
- Fleece/wool warm hat
- Baseball hat or sun hat
- Snow glasses
- Riding helmet optional
Hand Wear
- Fleece gloves
- Riding gloves
Foot Wear
- Socks x 3 sets
- Trekking/riding boots
- Lightweight running shoes
Trek Gear
- Small rucksack/daypack
- Waterbottle
- Medium sized kit bag/duffel with full length zip and lockable
- Extendable ski poles (optional)
Camping Gear
- Down sleeping bag (to -10°C)
- Headlamp and batteries
Accessories
- Personal toiletries
- Personal first aid kit
- Small kit bag/duffel (to store gear in KTM) Pocket knife / leatherman
- Personal medication & personal first aid kit
- Sun cream and lip balm
- Moist towels for personal hygiene
- Camera and plenty of film
- Camping towel
How to join the trek
If you would like to join the Annapurna Siklis Trekking, please fill out an Trekking Application Form and forward to us along with the deposit. If you require more information please contact us:
Price Include :
- Pick & Drop to Airport / 1night hotel in Kathmandu as per our corresponding.
- Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing with Tour guide as per itinerary.
- 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) during the trek
- Accommodation in the mountain lodges or guesthouses in twin sharing bases during the trek.
- Experienced English speaking Government licenses holder trekking guide & Supporters (One supporter for Two People, weight must not be more than 25 KGS)
- Facility of food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
- Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
- Trekking permit/ National Park fees/ Conservation fees/ as per government requirement and TIMS Card ( new provision)
- Necessary all ground transportation by private tourist bus or car.
Price does not include :
- Any meals in Kathmandu except breakfast, any alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, whisky etc), any cold drinks, juices), mineral waters, laundry bills, bar bills, communication bills, Tips for guide & porters
- Airfare domestic / international flights.
- Nepal entry and re-entry visa fee, Visa issuance is easy at the arrival of Kathmandu Airport (TIA).
- Airport tax required for the Domestic / International flights
- Personal trekking equipment, medical and travel insurance.
- Entrance fees for sightseeing/Monument any kind of personal expenses.
- Helicopter rescue charge incase if we needed.
- Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu Flight ticket.
- Others then not mention above.
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