 Forever trekkking leads you through rhododendron forests and over the foothills of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.
This trekking brings you through scenic villages, rich oak, pine and rhododendron forests and lends you spectacular views of the giant snow-peaks - Annapurna I (8019m), Annapurna III (7555m), Gangapurna (7454m) and Machhapuchchhre (6999m).
The Kaligandaki Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world, and Tilicho Lake, the highest lake at 4,919 m, are also located in this area. The highlights of this rich natural region include diverse wildlife and flora, some of Nepal's more prominent ethnic groups and the chance to enjoy the warm heartedness of the local people. The trek to the Annapurna Sanctuary traverses a variety of terrain, from lowland villages and rice terraces to glaciers, and offers outstanding high mountain.
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Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will greet you at the airport and accompany you in hotel. There will be time to rest and take in this vibrant city's energy. O/N in kathmandu.
Day 02 Kathmandu sightseeing and trek preparation
The day will start with a guided tour of Kathmandu's historical and spiritual attractions; including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath) and BuddhaNath, one of the largest stupa in the world. In the afternoon there will be pre-trip discussion where you can meet your trek leader and other team members. O/N In Kathmandu.
Day 03 Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 hours drive by car/van or tourist bus)
You are driven from Kathmandu to Pokhara, arriving at lunch time. Take the afternoon to look around the lake side and return back to Hotel, B.B. O/N at Pokhara.
Day 04 Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1540m)
Take a one hour drive to Nayapul where your trek will start following the path of Modi Khola (river) passing Birethanti (1000m), a large and prosperous town. From there you will reach Tikhedhunga. O/N at Tikhedhunga.
Day 05 Tikhedhunga to Ghorapani (2870m)
The trail crosses Tikhedhunga continuing to the large Magar village of Ulleri (2080m) and climbs to Banthali (2250m). Observing the magnificent oak and rhododendron forest you climb to Nangathanti (2460m) and walking an hour uphill you will reach Ghorapani. O/N at Ghorapani.
Day 06 Ghorapani to Tadapani (2710m)
Early in the morning you will climb about one hour to Poon Hill (3210m), here at sunrise you have magnificent views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Himchuli and Machhapuchchhre mountains. Back at the Hotel you will have breakfast and start your trek. You will climb to Gurung Hill (just like Poon Hill), crossing pine and rhododendron forests with excellent views you will trek down to Deorali (3090m), further trek down to Banthati (2650m). Passing Banthati trek down to the small river and climbing up the trail heads to Tadapani. O/N at Tadapani.
Day 07 Tadapani to Chhomrong (2210m)
From Tadapani the trail descends through dense forests and reaches to Chiule (2170m) then further descends to Siprung. Crossing an old suspension bridge over the Khumbu Khola(river), the trail start climbing and reaches Ghurjung (2010m) and then to Dhiklyo Danda (2180m). Climbing about one hour to Taglung and a short walk later you will reach Chhomrong. O/N at Chhomrong.
Day 08 Chhomrong to Bamboo (2310m)
From Chhomrong the trail descends on a stone staircase, crosses the Chhomrong Khola (river) and climbs on a rocky trail to Sinuwa. Then you climb for about an hour more through the rhododendron forest with orchids and ferns to pass through Kuldi (2470m). Descend on a steep, slippery stone staircase into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests to Bamboo. O/N at Bamboo.
Day 09 Bamboo to Himalayan Hotel (2840m)
The trail climbs steeply through forests of bamboo and rhododendron and then crosses tributary streams and ascends continuously. The route proceeds to Doban (2540m); beyond Doban the trail crosses a stream and climbs through a dense forest with a small temple and further climbs to reach to Himalayan Hotel. O/N at Himalayan Hotel.
Day 10 Himalayan Hotel to Machhapuchchhre Base Camp (3700m)
From Himalayan Hotel walking about an hour through the forest the trail reach to Hinko (3100m) and crosses a ravine, then climbs through large smooth rocks to Deorali (3140m). The trail then descends to meet the Modo Khola (river) and follows it to Bagar (3270m). From Bagar climbing through a sparse birch forest you will reach to Machhapuchchhre Base Camp from where you have views of Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, and Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gangapurna and Machhapuchchhre. O/N at Machhapuchchhre Base Camp.
Day 11 Machhapuchchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m)
The route proceeds following the stream, then climbs to a few huts alongside a moraine. Here you can see a large flock of sheep grazing. After a while you will get to Annapurna Base Camp. You have tremendous views of the South face of Annapurna. If you walk west passing the porters shelter and volleyball court you will have a spectacular view of the monument of the well-known climber Anatoli Boukreev. You have the panoramic view of several peaks-Tharpu Chuli (5663m), Singu Chuli (6501m), Hiunchuli, you can also observe a few birds, thar, Himalayan weasels and pika. O/N at Annapurna Base Camp.
Day 12 Back from Annapurna Base Camp to Himalayan Hotel.
O/N at Himalayan Hotel.
Day 13 Himalayan Hotel to Chhomrong.
Trek back to Chhomrong. O/N at Chhomrong.
Day 14 Chhomrong to Landruk (1620m)
The trail descends to Jhinu, a beautiful Gurung village and after walking 25 minuets on the bank of river you will find the hot springs. Then you trek Back to Jhinu, making several ups and down, crossing the Modi khola on the suspension bridge, the trail climbs to Landruk, a large Gurung village. O/N at Landruk.
Day 15 Trek from Landruk to Phedi (1990m)
Drive from phedi to Pokhara 30 minute.
Day 16 Drive from Pokhara to kathmandu by bus (5-6 hours)
or you can fly from pokhara to kathmandu it takes 25 minute and transfer to the hotel.
Day 17 Till departure free then transfer to Airport for your onward journey. |
