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Great
Ice lake( Tilicho lake) with Annapurna circuit trek
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HIGHLIGHT OF THE TRIP:
Classic
trek on ancient trade routes - Ascending the Marshyangdi valley- Passing Manaslu and Hinchuli -
Visit old Buddhist monastery in Braga - Explore
beautiful Manag village- Crossing the Thorung- La (
5416m) - The Pilgrimage town of Muktinath, View of
Dhawagiri Ice- flow -The world deepest gorge and the
Kaligandaki valley - Natural Hotspring at Tatopani -
Sunrise at Poonhill with magnificent mountain views. |
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Fact of the Trek |
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Annapurna Circuit
Trek Map |
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Trekking Related Info |
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Place Covers |
Besishar/ Manang/ Throung La pass/Muktinath
/Tatopani( natural hotspring)/Ghorepani
Poonhill/ Ghaundrung village/Pokhara. |
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Group Size |
Min.1, Max. 9 |
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Min. altitude |
830m/2723ft |
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Max. altitude |
5416m/17769ft |
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Grade info |
Moderate & Fairly Strenuous |
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Transportation |
Ground transportation by tourist
bus( Kathmanmdu/ Besishar/ Pokhara/
Kathmandu |
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Trek Duration |
21 Days |
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Age Limit |
17 to 68 |
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Short
Description of Great Ice lake( Tilicho lake) with
Annapurna circuit trek
The Great Ice Lakef, as Maurice Herzog described it
in the 1950s - which lies tucked away below huge
mountains and glaciers. The trails on this trek are
rarely used and this exciting new itinerary offers
the adventurous and fit trekker high mountain
scenery at its very best.
The high point of the trek entails crossing of the
5414m high Throng Pass, from the arid valley of the
upper Manang, home of Tibeto- Buddhists, down to the
Hindu pilgrimage site of Muktinath, and the Kali
Gandaki valley, the world's deepest river gorge,
before heading down to Pokhara. Besides the mountain
views, we encounter on this trek a variety of
mountain communities of the Gurung, Manangi and
Thakali people.
Annapurna region is best described as the most
happening incentive trekking destination of Nepal.
Around Manang we join the main Annapurna trail for a
couple of days, before we set off on the second half
of the trek. eThe Annapurna Circuit Trek has been
proved as a highly praised and spectacular trekking
route in the Annapurna region since it opened to
foreign trekkers in 1977. This three weeks trek
starts right from Besishahar and goes along the
Marshyangdi River, with great view of Manashlu and
Himal Chuli to the east. This magnificent trek leads
you to the fine village inhabited by a wide
diversity of people from different ethnic groups,
offering spectacular and majestic view of the white
Himalayas. As it continues to the north of the main
Himalayan range on to the high and dry Tibetan
Plateau, the scenery is equally breathtaking.
The highest point of the trek is Thorungla pass at
the top of the valley at 5416m high. Due to the
difficulties of crossing the pass, the circuit is
usually walked in a counter clockwise direction.
Traveling clockwise the longer ascent and shorter
descent from west to east is too much for many
peoples to manage in one day. To top it all, the
crossing of the Thorong La pass (5,416m) is a
challenging ascent, surrounded by some of the most
magnificent.
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General Itinerary : |
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Day 01/ Arrive and talk in details
regarding about the trip for basic
preparation. |
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Day 02/ Drive to Besisahar by car
4:30 hours and trek to Bhulbhule (2hrs)-
6:30 hours along the newly constructed
scenic road.
Break journey for lunch at the River
Side Spring Resort. After lunch continue
drive to Besisahar. Besi Sahar (823 m) is
the main town of Lamjung district. Until
recently this market town of 2000
inhabitants was called Besigaon. However
since the opening of the Road, to Manang, in
the late seventies, the village became a
compulsory stop over for those who go
trekking around the Annapurna and was
renamed Besi sahar. There are several
administrative offices here, as well as
post-offices and a police check-post where
your trekking permit will be examined for
the first time and the trek starts by
heading northwards, until we reach the
District Forest Office. Then ascend for 150
meters, heading towards Pam Khola on the
other side of the small bridge. The track
goes up again till the hamlet of Sanuti,
less than thirty minutes away.
Walk across fields of paddy, barley and corn
to reach the village of Bhalam in about an
hourfs time. Then we cross Khudi Khola on a
suspension bridge to reach the first Gurung
village also named Khudi (792m). It takes
about one and half hours to reach the
Bhulebule village (860m). O/N at Guest house |
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Day 03/ Trek to Baundanda
(1430m/4691ft). Walking 6:30 hours,
Start by moving north up to a suspension
bridge crossing the Nagdi Khola. At this
point, the track on the right leads to the
village of Utsa. The path going up towards
Mardyangdi river leads to the village of
Lampata in the Manang District. The climb is
quite steep and it takes about two hours to
reach Bahundanda, a village sitting on the
headline at a height of 1314 meters.
Bahundanda means gBrahmanfs hillh which
explains the origin of the people. We stop
here for lunch and to enjoy the view of
Mount Phungi (6379m), towards the North. |
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Day 04/ Trek to
Chamje(1560m/5118ft). Walking 6 hours.
The trail climbs down a steep slope for
about thirty minutes until we reach the
Dhule Khola, cross over to reach the village
of Besi. In about an hours time we get to
see the magnificent water fall at Syange
(1136m) flowing from the high plain hamlet
of Ghulima. From here it takes about two
hours to reach Jagat. After lunch, we
continue trek to Chamje a village along the
ridge of the mountain. O/N at Guest house |
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Day 05/ trek to Dhararpani
(1810m/5938ft). Walking 5:30 hours.
(1433m). It takes about one hour to
reach the hamlet of Sattare (etop of the
hillf, in Tibetan) from Chamje. We have our
lunch since this is the idle place to have
lunch.
After lunch we start by walking along the
ridge of the hills and then uphill for about
an hour through the bamboo forest, to reach
the village of Tal set in the middle of the
broad valley at a height of 1707 meters. Tal
means elakef in Nepali language. From Tal,
it takes about two hours forty five minutes
to reach Dharapani, which means estreamf.
O/N at Guest house |
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Day 06/ Trek to Chame
(2725m/8940ft). Walking 6 hours
It takes 45 Minutes to reach the village of
Bagarchap (2164m), which literally means
ethe river bankf. Bagarchap marks the
barrier between the humid valleys of the
south, which we have crossed on the way, and
dry regions of the high- Marsyangdi. That
the monsoon is more or less absent in this
region is evident by the change in
vegetation.
>From Bagarchap, it will take an hour to
climb up to the hamlet of Dhanagya (2300m)
where we stop to have our lunch. After lunch
it takes us about 2 ½ hrs to 3 hrs through
the hamlet of Thanchock and Besi Salla
(which means gthe Garden of Pinesh) to reach
Kodo( and also called Koto) meaning eMilletf
and then to the village of Kyupar (2600m).
Outside the village a police check post
controls, assess to the Nar Phu Khola
Valley, which leads to Tibet. We have to
show our trekking permits here again before
proceeding to Chame (2713m), the District
Headquarters of Manang District, which is
another forty- five minutes away. O/N at
Guest house |
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Day 07/ Trek to Pisang
(3190m/10466ft). Walking 5:30 hours
After the school at Chame we have to cross
the bridge to get to the northern bank of
Marsyangdi. We walk along the river to reach
the village of Bratang (2919m), mainly
populated by Tibetans. Here we stop to have
a hearty Lunch. On the way Bratang we pass
through a splendid pine forest with splendid
views of Lamjung and Annapurna II and IV.
After lunch its about two hours walk to
reach the top, where trekkers traditionally
plant a pine sapling, not only to establish
that they have made it to the top, but also
to contribute to the reforestation of the
area. We have to go down to Pisang (3185m)
from here and it takes about an hour to
reach there. There are neither houses nor
any water resources on the way down. O/N at
Guest house |
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Day 08/ Trek to
Manang(3500m/11483ft) walking 5 hours
After crossing the Pisang Khola there is a
forty-five minutes steep climb up to a steep
pass. From the top of the pass we get a
glimpse of Paunda Danda (4655m), mount
Pisang and Manang valley, with right before
you Mount Tilicho. On the way down to Hongde
we come across a check post where the
trekking permits will be again examined. We
will have our lunch here until the permits
are examined.
After Hongde the valley widens and we get to
see the Annapurnas III and IV (7555m and
7525m) to the left, East and West
Chulus(6584m and 6419m) on the right,
towards the horizon, there are views of
highest peak of Mount Thoroung(6481m) and to
the east, the crown of Mount Pissang. From
Hongde we climb up to the ancient village of
Braga (3505m).
We can take time to wander around Braga to
see this picturesque village with its flat
roofed houses and to visit he Gompa, not
only the largest in the region but also the
richest with its fine collection of thangkas
(religious scroll paintings) and prayer
books. It takes only forty-five minutes to
reach Manang from here, which sits on the
plateau of 3530 meters. O/N at Guest house |
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Day 09/ Rest day at Manang.
This is the day for rest and acclimatization
before proceeding to higher altitudes.
We can go for a walk in the afternoon to the
north of the village, which offers a
panoramic view of Annapurna IV and II to the
southeast and Gangapurna (7455m) and Tarke
Kang or Ice dome (7202m) to the southwest.
O/N at Guest house |
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Day 10/ Trek to Tilicho base
camp(4445m/13444ft) Walking 6:30 hours O/N
at guest house.
We trek to until Khangsar gradually
ascent trail and some where is flat too.
After lunch we trek to Tilicho base camp.
The trail climbs gradually ascend. |
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Day 11/ Visit Tilicho
lake(4920/14897ft) and back to
Khangsar(3850m/11657ft). Walking 6: 00
hours. O/N at guest house
The trek climb up until Tilicho lake and
guide will take pack lunch and we continue
trek down to Khangsar. |
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Day 12/ Trek to Yak Kharka
(4090m/13418ft). Walking 5 hours
After leaving Khangsar the path climbs
up till forest. After that trek goes down
and cross rive and ascent to Yak Kharka. O/N
at Guest house |
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Day 13/ Trek to Throung
Phedi(4441m/14570ft) walking 4 hours
It takes about 4 hours to reach Thorung
Phedi. Thorung Phedi means efoot of the
hillf and it is situated at a height of
4220m on a small hill overlooking a high
plateau. These Himalayan pastures are
domains of yak, a bovine of Tibetan origin,
reared for its wool, milk and to transport
goods. The thar, a kind of wild goat that
lives in herds, is also found here. This is
also another short day to prepare oneself
for the hard climb to the Thorung La (pass)
the next day. O/N at Guest house |
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Day 14/ Trek to Muktinath via
Thoroung-la passes (5416m/1 7769ft). Walking
8:30
Early morning wake up and start the
ascent to the pass. We have to cross about
twenty hills on the way to reach the summit,
Throungla, at 5,415 meters and it takes
about 4 ½ -5 hrs to reach here. On the way
up we get to see many prayer flags several
cairns (small mounds of rock). From the top,
one can see the panoramic view of Yakgawa
Kang or Thorungse (6481m) to the north, and
Khatung Kang (6484) to the south and the
Annapurnas along with the Gangapurna to the
southeast. In the horizon to the west,
Dhaulagiri (8169m) and Mount Tukuche (6920m)
are also visible.
From the summit the descent to Muktinath
(3802m) takes about three hours and the
difference in altitude is of 1600m. Here we
will find another check post where permits
are checked. O/N at Guest house |
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Day 15/ Trek to
Kagbeni(2807m/8499ft)Walking 2:30 hours
After crossing the hamlet of Ranipauwa,
adjacent to Mukntinath, we arrive at the
village of Jharkot (3612m), mainly populated
by Tibetans. It takes about two and half
hours through rocky terrain and horse
caravans to reach Kagbeni (2807m). It will
take us about two –three hours to reach
Jomsom (2713m) from Kagbeni. O/N at Guest
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Day 16/ Trek to Marpha via Jomsom
(2665m/8743ft). Walking 5:30 hours
Jomsom is the administrative headquarters of
the region. Here there is an airport with
regular flights to Pokhara, a bank, post
office, hospital and few hotels. We have to
show our permits again before moving on to
Syang (30 Min. away) and then to Marpha
(2667m) our camping place for the day.
Marpha is famous for its apple liquor and it
has a charm of its own with its black-salted
streets and unusual architecture. O/N at
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Day 17/ Trek to Ghasa(2080m/6824ft).
Walking 6 hours.
We start by walking along the bank of the
river Kali Gandaki for an hour and half to
reach the village of Tukche (2951m),
dominated by the name of the same peak,
which stands at the height of 6930m. This
beautiful village is populated by Thakalis,
whose houses reflect just how significant
this centre of Trans- Himalayan trade is.
After Tukche, the path meanders along the
Kali Gandakhi valley for about one and
half-hours to reach the village of Lajung
(2560m). Outside the village there is a
gaint pine where villagers sacrifice
chickens and goats to propitate the Goddess
Kali.
The hamlet of Sokung (2951m) is another
thirty minutes away. From here it takes
about forty-five minutes to reach the hamlet
of Dhampu. Here we have to cross the river
to enter into Kalopani (or eblack waterf)
located at 2530m.We will have lunch here and
enjoy the impressive views of Dhaulagiri,
the Nilgiris (South: 6839m, Central: 6940m
and North: 7061m) and Annapurna I (8091m).
>From Sokung the path climbs up and down
over a low altitude tropical forest to reach
the village of Ghasa (2012m), which is two
and half hours away. On the way we have to
show our permits at the check post in the
village of Lete (2438m). O/N at Guest house |
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Day 18/ Trek to Tatopani(
1110m/3636ft). Walking 6 hours
It will take about forty- five minutes
to reach the hamlet of Panoi Thaala and
fifteen minutes from here we will reach
Deorali, the boarder hamlet between the
Mustang and Myagdi district. After crossing
several hills from here, we start to descent
until we reach the bridge leading to the
west of the river. Few minutes walk from
here will take us to the village of Rupse
Chhara (1550m), near a huge waterfall. We
stop to have our lunch here.
>From Rupse it takes us about forty five
minutes to reach the village of Dana
(1446m), distinctive because of its large
houses and decorative windows. From here it
takes us about two hours easy descent to
reach the camping place for the night,
Tatopani (1189m). The names of the village
means ehot springsf for which the village is
famous. O/N at Guest house |
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Day 19/ Trek to Ghorepani
(2834m/9298ft). Walking 6 hours.
Today will be a hard day since we will cover
a long distance with a difference in
altitude of 1700 meters. From Tatoapni it
takes two to three hours to reach the
village of Ghara (1768m) and another hour to
reach the village of Sikha (1920m) where we
stop to have our lunch.
After lunch a climb through terraced
cultivationfs, for about an hour and half
brings us to the village of Chitre (2316m),
and then across a rhododendron forest until
Ghorapani, which is about an hour away.
Ghorapani (2874m), means eHorse water g or
water place for horsesf is, in fact, a stop
over for donkey caravans traveling from
Jomsom to Pokhara. O/N at Guest house |
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Day 20/ Ghorepani to Poon Hill to
Tikedhunga . Walking 5:30 hours
An early start and an hour hiking to
Poon Hill (3195m) leads us to a brilliant
spectacle, this vantage point provides an
unobstructed view of sunrise over the high
Himalayas. After spending about 40 minutes
on the hillside, we come back to Ghorepani,
have a hot breakfast, and start walking to
Tikedhunga. O/N at guest house. |
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Day 21/
Trek to Nyapul and drive to Pokhara.
From Tikedhunga it's easy walking all down
hill to Naya Pul where our trekking ends. 3
hours. And we drive to Pokhara about an hour
away. O/N at hotel |
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Day 22/ Drive to Kathmandu by tourist
bus. O/N at hotel |
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Day 23/
Departure from Nepal. |
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NOTE OF
ABOVE ITINERARY:
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O/N= Over Night |
B &
B = Bed & Breakfast |
FB
(Full Board) =
Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner. |
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Above itinerary can be designed along your
preferences. Please, let us know whether you
would like to make a shorter or longer.
Click here for tailor made trip
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OUR TRIP PACKAGE INCLUDES:
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: : Air port pick up and drop off by car. |
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: : Two nights standard accommodation in
Kathmandu at four stars level with breakfast .
(HOTEL
VAISHALI). |
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: : Two
nights standard accommodation in
Pokhara at three stars level
with breakfast
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Hotel Kantipur
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: : Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and
dinner) in trekking, Pokhara and Lunch while driving
from Kathmandu to Besishar and Pokhara to Kathmandu
for you. |
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: : Local fresh fruits like orange, apple,
banana and grape etc. |
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: : All accommodations in lodges/tea houses
during the treks. (Photo
of the lodge) |
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: : Annapurna circuit trekking map. |
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: : An experienced government licensed holder
guide and porter to carry your luggage during the
trek. |
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: :
Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary,
equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide and
porter |
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: :
Ground transportation by tourist bus from Kathmandu
to Besishar and Pokhara to Kathmandu and by car from
trek ending point to Pokhara. |
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: : Group medical supplies (first aid kit
will be available). |
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: : Unique path's sleeping bag, down jackets,
Duffle bag and walking stick, if necessary. |
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: : All necessary paper works and national
park entry permits |
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: : Travel & Rescue arrangement. |
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: : TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management
System) |
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: : All government taxes. |
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OUR TRIP PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
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: : Meals whilst in Kathmandu and Pokhara(
Approx. US$ 10 - US$ 12 per day) |
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: : Your Travel insurance. |
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: : International airfare and airport
departure tax. |
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: : Nepal entry visa , you can obtain a visa
easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International
Airport in Kathmandu. (US$ 25 or equivalent foreign
currency is required to obtain Tourist Visa with
Multiple Entry for 15 days. Likewise, Tourist Visa
with Multiple Entry for 30 days can be obtained by
paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency.
Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90
days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. You will
also require 2 passport size photos.) |
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: : All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold
drinks) |
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: : Personal shopping and laundry etc. |
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: : Personal trekking Equipments. |
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: : Tips for trekking staff and driver.
(Tipping is expected). |
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SOME
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY OUR CUSTOMERS
How can I enter in Nepal?
Nepal
is a popular tourist destination in south Asia.
Several airlines have direct and non-stop flights
from Middle East and Asia to Kathmandu, Capital of
Nepal.
There are direct flights from London, Paris,
Frankfurt, Doha, Osaka, Shanghi, Mascow, Bangkok,
Singapore, Hongkong, Karachi, Bombay, Delhi,
Calcutta, Paro, Dhaka, Lhasa, Varanasi.
Can I do Annapurna circuit
trek?
Annapurna circuit trek is suitable for any walker
looking for something a little more challenging and
energetic. It does not require that you have any
previous trekking or mountaineering experience.
Although, daily jugging or walking exercise is
useful and you need to be in good physical condition
and able to walk for 5-6 hours daily.
When should I come
for Annapurna circuit trek?
February, March, April, May, June, September,
October, November are the best seasons. However,
July & August are okay and trekking can be done but
not so clear visibility due to rain.
Can I join with group?
Yes, you can join with group,
we guarantees a series of fixed group
departures dates for Annapurna
circuit trekking. We can arrange small group
trekking trip to suit your requirements. Please
for
group departure dates.
Do I need to join
with group?
It is not necessary that you need to follow our
fixed group departures dates, because private trip
departs every day upon your request which
are best suited to couples, families and small
groups of friends. We are happy to organize your
holiday according by your selecting starting date.
Do you also offer
Tailor-made Departures?
Yes, we do offer Tailor-made Departures, if
our holiday's tours are not perfect or the group
departure dates are not convenient as per your
travel plan.
What kind of accommodation I can have during the trip?
In Kathmandu, we do provide 3 stars hotel in
Kathmandu and during the trekking, we provide you
guest house which is called Tea house. Tea Houses
are more like hotels, with hot showers, western
food, and private rooms (twin sharing). In this
arrangement overnight halts with dinner and
breakfast will be in Tea-houses (Lodges) and lunches
in local restaurants en-route.
Furthermore as you will be staying in locally owned
lodges you will be benefiting and interacting with
the local community. It will give you a true feel
for the Nepalese people and their lives.
What kind of meals I
can have during the trip?
All Meals on full board basis will be
provided during trekking. Freshly cooked food is
served at all times (western, continental and Nepali
meals are available in all places). Three meals a
day will be provided.
Do I have
pre-departure meeting?
Yes, at first, our staff will receive you at
the airport and transfer to the hotel and our tour
leader will brief regarding about the trip. The
briefing will cover the itinerary and introduced
your trek Leader.
Can I charge camera
batteries along the trek?
Yes, Most of the places, you can charge
batteries along the trek (per hour USD 2-3 for
charging).
Is someone going to meet me at the airport? Are
transfers included?
Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the
airport to pick you up. We will be displaying a play
card of Unique Path trekking company with your name
on it. Airport transfer is included.
Can I extend my
holiday?
Annapurna
circuit trek can extend and there are
many options and choices to extend your holiday
before or after your main trip. Following trips are
suggested for your holiday extensions.
-2 nights / 3 days Chitwan Jungle Safari
-2 full day sightseeing tour in Bhaktapur, Patan
Durbar Square and Kathmandu valley
-1night/2 days Trisuli or Bhote Kosi river rafting
-Everest mountain flight.
How can I book this
trip?
When you confirmed trip, we need photo copy
of your passport and 20% down payment of the total
price for advance flight tickets and hotel booking
and permit process. For the details, please visit
this page:
http://www.nepaltrekkinginfo.com/company_info/booking_condition.html |
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