Annapurna Trek

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Enquiry

You are cordially invited to join on a trip to the Annapurna region of the Himalaya, privately, family, or on a scheduled, fixed departure dates, organised through Eco Trek (Holy Himalaya)

Once you reach Nepal, feel the PEOPLE AND WAY OF CULTUREAL AND DAILY LIVES IN THE CAPITAL OF NEPAL. ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS drive or fly to lake district of Pokhara, and thereafter to Jomosom (the capital of the Mustang region, which borders the Tibetan plateau), and from there, after a brief visit Muktinath, we trek down the 68-km Kali Gandaki river bed , part of it we can drive on border of the plateau– the deepest valley on earth, with the two 8000-metre giants, Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I, flanking the gorge and towering 5,000 metres above. 

Thereafter, we climb up into the southern foothills of the Himalaya to Ghorepani. A visit to the world-renowned Poon Hill at dawn to watch the sunlight breaking across the mountains will be followed by a six-day

trek into the Annapurna Sanctuary (altitude 4130m, 13,548 feet) – a remote enclave of snow- and ice-fluted peaks, which soar 3658 metres/12,000 feet above the Sanctuary floor. Thus, in 15 days we will pass through four totally different types of scenery!

The trips have been carefully planned to coincide with the flowering of the rhododendrons (March/April), when the foothills of the Himalaya are awash with colour, and when freshly fallen snow can be expected on the high ground. Plenty of time has been allowed for acclimatisation, which means that both treks should be handled comfortably by energetic walkers.


Dates: all year round (best time of the year is Feb-May and Sept to December)

Cost: with in your budgetary range – or buy our full package using best possible service and facilities.

Accommodation: Throughout the trek overnight accommodation will be in “tea-houses” (selected high standard locally running guest lodges.

Itinerary: see separate sheet of we can replan and send to you.

ITINERARY


  • Trek Day 01 - Flight to Jomsom (2,710m, 8,890 ft.), walk to Kagbeni (2,800m, 9,185 ft.)
  • Trek Day 02 - Kagbeni to Muktinath (3,800m, 12,465 ft.) [ + 1,000m, 3,280 ft.]
  • Trek Day 03 - Muktinath to Jomosom and Marpha (2,670m, 8,758 ft.) [ - 1130m, 3,706 ft.] dirve
  • (for 2 hour and walk to Ghasa (2,010m, 6,594) [ - 660m, 2,164 ft.]
  • Trek Day 04 - Ghasa to Tatopani (1,160m, 3, 805 ft.) [ - 850m, 2,790 ft.]
  • Trek Day 05 - Tatopani to Ghorepani (2,860 m, 9,380 ft.) [ + 1,700m, 5,575 ft.]
  • Trek Day 06 - Rest day at Ghorepani - climb Poon Hill (3,190m, 10, 465 ft). [ + 330m, 1,085 ft.]
  • Trek Day 07 - Climb Poon Hill (2 nd opportunity?) - Trek to Tadapani (2,590m, 8,498 ft.)
  • Trek Day 08 - Tadapani to Chomrong (2,170m, 7,118 ft.) [ - 420m, 1,378 ft.]
  • Trek Day 09 - Chomrong to Dobhan (2,520m, 8,265 ft.) [ + 350m, 1,148 ft.]
  • Trek Day 10 - Dobhan to Machhapuchhre Camp (3,700m, 12,136 ft.) [ + 1180m, 3,870 ft.]
  • Trek Day 11 - Machhapuchhre to Annapurna BC (4,130m, 13,548 ft.) [ + 430m, 3,870 ft.]
  • Trek Day 12 - Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,340m, 7,675 ft.) [ - 1,790m, 5,873 ft.]
  • Trek Day 13 - Bamboo to Landrung (1,340m, 4,395 ft.) [ - 1000m, 3,280 ft.]
  • Trek Day 14 - Landrung-Dhampus-Pokhara) [ - 315m, 1,033 ft.] and Pokhara

Info

Drive or Flight to Pokhara - Overnight Pokhara (820m, 2,690 ft.)

Pokhara with tour, relax, explore (2 nights minimum recommended), Kurintar to enjoy the river sound and lovely walk on river beach or rafting, exploring, life style on the river valley, recommended at least for 2 nights… possible to have a day tour to Jungle safari (Chitawan National Park), and visiting beautiful mountain village called Bandipur while you are in Kurintar.'


We do have our own lovely, joyful high quality small cottages with 12 rooms with swimming pool facilities is available here in Kurintar (www.holyhimalaya.com).

ITINERARY


  • Trek Day 01 - Drive to Ulleri, Chitra and walk to Ghorepani (2,860 m, 9,380 ft.) – 7 km / 6 hours
  • Trek Day 02 - Rest day at Ghorepani - climb Poon Hill (one hour)
  • Trek Day 03 - Climb Poon Hill (2 nd opportunity?) - Trek to Tadapani – 7 km / 5 hours
  • Trek Day 04 - Tadapani to Chomrong (2,170m, 7,118 ft.) – 7 km / 4 hours
  • Trek Day 05 - Chomrong to Dobhan (2,520m, 8,265 ft.) – 10 km / 6 hours
  • Trek Day 06 - Dobhan to Machhapuchhre Camp (3,700m, 12,136 ft.) – 7 km / 5 hours
  • Trek Day 07 - Machhapuchhre to Annapurna BC (4,130m, 13,548 ft.) – 2.5 km. / 2 hours
  • Trek Day 08 - Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,340m, 7,675 ft.) – 12 km / 6 hours
  • Trek Day 09 - Bamboo to New Bridge (1,340m, 4,395 ft. – 8 km / 6 hours) and drive back to

Info

Pokhara with tour, relax, explore (2 nights minimum recommended), Kurintar to enjoy the river sound and lovely walk on river beach or rafting, exploring, life style on the river valley, recommended at least for 2 nights… possible to have a day tour to Jungle safari (Chitawan National Park), and visiting beautiful mountain village called Bandipur while you are in Kurintar.


We do have our own lovely, joyful high quality small cottages with 12 rooms with swimming pool facilities is available here in Kurintar (www.holyhimalaya.com).

Stories

Dear Malcolm and Jyoti,

We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect and every moment of our time spent in Nepal.

With Annapurna fresh in our memories we are tempted to say that this trek was even

more exciting than the Everest trail. Of course, our previous visit was an unbelievable

experience, which caused us to fall in love with the beautiful country. But it was also

perhaps because we knew how much more Nepal has to offer that drew us into going

again, and we appreciate how much more informative this trek was compared to

before.

As has been said repeatedly and has been emphasised while looking at the

photographs – the variety of terrain, scenery, and temperature was very special. We

especially enjoyed guide’s extensive knowledge, and felt we learnt so much about

the culture, religion, and the people that we weren’t even aware of before. We found

it very interesting learning about the different ethnic groups and the detailed

information the monasteries and surrounding areas. Trekking through the many

villages also added so much warmth to the experience.

With regards to Eco Trek, we can do nothing but rave about their wonderful support

team, and how unforgettable their joyful personalities make each and every trek.

Please extend our deepest thanks to Jyoti as well. Given half a chance we won’t

hesitate to go to Nepal every year but have decided to first see some other places as

well.

Kind regards

Hester and Christelle (Honeydew).

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Hester and Christelle (Honeydew).

Namaste Jyoti!

Nice to be home, but I miss Nepal and the friendly people...

I just want to thank you again for an unforgettable hike! 

You want feedback, so let me start: the meeting at the airport was

something to never forget: the smiling faces, the flowers, wow!

Then the Holy Himalaya Hotel and staff: so overwhelming friendly, a

wonderful room and all the luxuries!

And you always there: attentive and friendly! 5 star service!

Then the hike itself: a WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE!

So well organized to the smallest detail! 

The guide did his utmost best to make it an unforgettable

experience.

All members of team, were always at our service, did their best to

lead us on the best routes to get away from the road, they were

always attentive to our needs, helped when needed, informed us

ahead of any changes in route/ or program. Guide was also very well

informed about the region and culture and answer questions most

patiently. He also booked us the best available accommodation and

also had an eye on the kitchen!

Really, Saroj, we could not ask for a better guide to lead! He was

keen to know if someone was not feeling well; always had his finger

on the pulse of the group.

The food: well, I expected only pasta - but could order from a menu!

We just could not believe our luck!

I just want you to know: you organized a really amazing trip for us!

Thank you so much! I would like to come back to Nepal in a few

years and do the Everest base camp hike...

Be sure: I will advertise your company where ever I go in South

Africa!

With warm regards

Sonica Louw

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Sonica Louw