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Annapurna
Base Camp Treks
Fixed Departures |
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1st Departure: May 10 ~ 25th May, 2005
2nd Departure: Oct 04 ~ 20th October, 2005 |
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Machhapuchare |
The Annapurna Sanctuary region is visited yearly by over 2,500 trekkers. The Annapurna Region in central Nepal is the most geographically and culturally diverse region for trekking. The Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) working along with the King Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation have declared this region as area of conservation and sustainable development. Stretched over 2600 sq. km., the area boasts of a variety of diverse cultures, tribes and castes as the Brahmins, Chettris, Newars, Gurungs, Magars, Manangis and the Tibetans. This area has sub-tropical lowlands, valleys, bamboo, oak and rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, windswept desert plateaus and the towering Annapurna Mountains. This area has the world's deepest river gorge, Kali Gandaki, lying some 6900 metres/22,563 ft. below some of the world's largest and most beautiful mountains as the Annapurna I (world's 8th highest) & Fishtail (one of the most beautiful). Animals and birds are in abundance in this region. 440 species of birds and animals like the marten, deer, langur and the elusive snow leopard live in this area.
Grade: 4+
Time Period: 16 Days. (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)
Flights: 2 Ways. (Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu)
Warning: Altitude Sickness.
Features
a. Mountains: Fishtail, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South / North
b. Rivers: Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi.
c. Ethnic villages & tribes:
Mostly Gurung villages (Landrung and Chhomrong), and steep terraced cultivations along the way.
e. Forests: Of Rhododendron and Pine.
f. Landscapes: Varying from temperate valleys to snow clad mountains.
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Machapuchare Base Camp |
Itinerary
Day 01
Upon arrival in Kathmandu
meet assist and transfer to the hotel
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02
a.m.: Briefing about the trek
p.m.: Free
Overnight at the hotel
Day 03
Fly Kathmandu to Pokhara
and then drive to Phedi
and trek to Dhampus (1700 m)
Trek Duration - 3 hours
Day 04
Landrung (1699 m)
Trek Duration - 5 hours
Day 05
Chhomrong (2050 m)
Trek Duration – 5 hours
Day 06:
Himalaya Hotel (2100 m)
Trek Duration – 5 ½ hours
Day 07
Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700 m)
Trek Duration – 5 hours.
Day 08
Annapurna Base Camp (4200 m)
Trek Duration – 3 ½ hours
Day 09
Backtrack to Himalaya Hotel
Trek Duration - 6 hours
Day 10
Chhomrong
Trek Duration- 5 hours
Day 11
Tadapani (2725 m)
Trek Duration – 6 hours
Day 12
Ghorepani (2874 m)
Trek Duration – 6 hours
Day 13
Poon Hill (3290m) to Hille
DAY 14
Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
p.m.: Boat ride in Phewa lake
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara
Day 15
Fly back to Kathmandu
p.m.: free for shopping and packing
Day 16
Free until final departure
End of Arrangements
Cost:
The cost given below is nett per person on twin sharing basis, based on US dollars for Tea House Trek, and valid till December 2005 |
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Group Size |
03-05 |
06-09 |
10-15 |
Cost per Person |
$ 716 |
$ 664 |
$ 630 |
Single supplement |
$ 105 |
$ 105 |
$ 105 |
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The cost includes :
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All transfers to and from the airport and hotel in a private deluxe non a/c vehicle accompanied by an English speaking representative from Sacred Summits .
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Airfare for the sector Katmandu / Pokhara Kathmanu of US $ 138.00 per person and inclusive of airport tax.
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Drive from Pokhara to Phedi pre trek in a private vehicle accompanied by the guide.
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11 Nights / 12 Days Tea House Treks in the Annapurna region , the Sirdar/Escort/Guide will be assisted by a Sherpa who will guide and assist the members on the trail. Food will be prepared by the cook at the Tea Houses from the menu upon discussion with the group’s preference and the things that are available. The staff will be assisted by reliable porters hired locally to carry the luggage.
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Contribution to porter insurance.
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Annapurna Conservation Project Area (ACAP) Fee of approximately US $ 30.00 per person
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All expenses for the guide, his daily allowances including his meals
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Drive from Nayapul to Pokhara post trek in a private vehicle accompanied by the guide.
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3 Nights accommodations in three star hotel in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
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1 Nights accommodations in three star hotel in Pokhara on bed and breakfast basis
The cost excludes :
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International Airfare.
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Nepal Visa fees
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Meals (Lunch and Dinner) while the guest stay in Kathmandu.
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Items of a personal nature such as bar bills telephone calls, laundry, extra mileage and any extra costs incurred due to natural calamities, flight delays etc.
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Personal insurance, evacuation and medical expenses
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Cancellation of flights etc due to unforeseen uncertainties beyond the control of Sacred Summits (P) Ltd.
Any item not mentioned in the above “cost includes”. |
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