ANNAPURNA TRIP OVERVIEW
The physical requirements for the trek are such that anybody that is reasonably fit (say sporting 1-2 times a week at least) and has stamina (more important) can do this trek without reaching the limits of your physical condition. The issue is much more if you are mentally prepared to confront 10 days with sleeping, toilet and eating facilities that range from reasonably simple at the start to very basic the higher you go. Mind that the only rooms available only cost USD 3-6 per night and what you can expect with such a price. High up you have the possibility of very cold nights with your room only offering limited protection from the cold and the neighbours’ noise (very thin plywood). Also the higher you go, less and less showers. At ABC a bucket wash in very cold shacks doubling as shower and toilet, but hopefully with warm water. The facilities are actually not that bad considering where you are and with the right mind set. If being able to accept such facilities and conditions, then the trekking is definitely worth every step and you will be experiencing a highlight of your life.
The trekking trail is mostly clearly marked and therefore can be done independently. However, contracting a guide and/or porter is a good way to contribute to the local economy and they will share their local knowledge with you.
Please, respect the loads for the porters if using them. As a rule of thumb for each 2 persons use 1 porter, max 20 kg. If you cannot reasonably pick up their load, imagine one person carrying it all day on the trail. Some trekkers should be named and shamed, showing employee disrespect that they cannot get away with in their own home country.
Aside from ABC, you will have GSM cell phone receipt at all villages (just calls and SMS text; no G3 / G4 internet access, only at lower altitudes).
The physical requirements for the trek are such that anybody that is reasonably fit (say sporting 1-2 times a week at least) and has stamina (more important) can do this trek without reaching the limits of your physical condition. The issue is much more if you are mentally prepared to confront 10 days with sleeping, toilet and eating facilities that range from reasonably simple at the start to very basic the higher you go. Mind that the only rooms available only cost USD 3-6 per night and what you can expect with such a price. High up you have the possibility of very cold nights with your room only offering limited protection from the cold and the neighbours’ noise (very thin plywood). Also the higher you go, less and less showers. At ABC a bucket wash in very cold shacks doubling as shower and toilet, but hopefully with warm water. The facilities are actually not that bad considering where you are and with the right mind set. If being able to accept such facilities and conditions, then the trekking is definitely worth every step and you will be experiencing a highlight of your life.
The trekking trail is mostly clearly marked and therefore can be done independently. However, contracting a guide and/or porter is a good way to contribute to the local economy and they will share their local knowledge with you.
Please, respect the loads for the porters if using them. As a rule of thumb for each 2 persons use 1 porter, max 20 kg. If you cannot reasonably pick up their load, imagine one person carrying it all day on the trail. Some trekkers should be named and shamed, showing employee disrespect that they cannot get away with in their own home country.
Aside from ABC, you will have GSM cell phone receipt at all villages (just calls and SMS text; no G3 / G4 internet access, only at lower altitudes).
ANNAPURNA BASECAMP TREKKING ITINERARY
This highly praised and spectacular trekking route is ideal if you have a limited amount of time in Nepal. Trekking in this region of the breathtaking Annapurnas, is the perfect way to get up close and into the heart of one of nature’s wonders. This trek has deservedly described as one of the best in the World since it was fist opened to foreigners in 1977. It is particularly exquisite in the Spring when the mountainsides are awash in a sea of rhododendron blossoms. The abundance of traditional culture and the hospitality of the local people can definitely help to ease a tired mind or soothe aching legs at the end of each day of discovery. This short but challenging trek is the perfect way to enjoy a unique Himalayan of adventure. Day 01: Pick up fro Arrival point and transfer to the hotel. Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu by car/van with tour guide. Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus. Day 04: Pokhara – Nayapul drive – Tirkhedhunga Day 05: Tirkhedhunga – Ghorepani Day 06: Visit Poonhill for sunrise view. Ghorepani – Tadapani Day 07: Tadapani – Chhomrong Day 08: Chhomrong – Himalaya Hotel Day 09: Himalaya Hotel -ABC Day 10: ABC – Bamboo Day 11: Bombo – Jhinu Day 12: Jhinu to Nayapool and drive to Pokhara Day 13: Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus. Day 14: Kathmandu to airport transfer Trip Cost Include Annapurna Conservation Park permit All land transportation by bus / van / car. One Guide and One porter for each two people(experienced and registered, inc. insurance, salary and all food and accommodation) Accommodation in tea houses/lodges 3 Meals a day: breakfast, lunch, dinner Equipment (sleeping bag and down jacket) All taxes and Company service charge. 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu. 2 nights hotel in Pokhara. Accommodation in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis. Pick up and drop from and to Airport. Trip Cost Exclude Bar and beverage bills, bottled water,tea, coffee, desserts, personal expenses, personal cloths Personal insurance for health and evacuation and Tipping. Entrance fees for Kathmandu sight seeing. |
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