Annapurna Sanctuary Trek - 15 days/14 nights
 
Kathmandu - Pokhara - Machapuchare Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Pokhara - Kathmandu
The Annapurna Sanctuary is a glacier covered ampitheater that is ringed by peaks in the Annapurna range. This short trek provides daily mountain views including daily views of Machhapuchare (the fish-tail). Though Machhapuchare has remained a virgin peak, there is constant debate in Nepal over opening the peak for expeditions.
After a full day of sightseeing, fly to Pokhara. Then drive to Naya-pul, the starting point of the 11-day adventure to the Annapurna Base Camp. Trek through Gurung villages along the southern slopes of Annapurna to the Annapurna Sanctuary (14,000 ft.). Here you will be surrounded by some of the world's tallest peaks. The trip begins and concludes with a full day of sightseeing in Kathmandu.
Benefits of a Red Lantern Journeys Trek
This is a tea-house trek. All accomodation during the trek is in private rooms in family-run tea houses helping support the local economy. Our trips also include privately-guided tours in the Kathmandu valley!
Itinerary:
Day 01: KATHMANDU (4,400 ft)
Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel Shangrila. Rest of the day free. Welcome dinner in Thamel. (D)
Day 02: KATHMANDU (4,400 ft)
Full-day sightseeing.
Visit Swayambhunath, the monkey temple, overlooking Kathmandu city. Onwards to Kathmandu Durbar square with its maze of temples and palace complex. After lunch, visit the well-maintained Patan Museum storing ancient Nepali artifacts, followed by a tour of Patan Durbar (palace) Square. Time-permitting, at the end of the day, visit the Tibetan Refugee Centre. (B,L)
Day 3: Syauli (4,000 ft)
Transfer to the domestic terminal at Kathmandu airport. Fly to Pokhara. After arrival at Pokhara, transfer by road (private bus) to the starting point of the trek at Naya Pul. The first day’s walk is easy, following the sub-tropical Modi Khola river valley to Birethanti. Trek through terraced rice paddies to Syauli. (All meals)
Day 4: Ghandruk (6,400 ft)
Steady ascent up stone staircases - the "Gurung staircases". Trek through fields of wheat and millet to the largest village of the region, Ghandruk. (All meals)
Day 5: Chomrong (6,850 ft)
Trek through terraced fields to Kimrong Danda (2250m). Descend steeply through forest, to the Kimrong Khola. After lunch ascend steeply to reach the tea-houses of Chomrong. (All meals)
Day 6: Himalaya Hotel (9,400 ft)
Leaving behind permanent settlements follow the Modi Khola valley towards the Annapurna Sanctuary. Enter rhododendron and oak forest and continue to ascend gradually. The trail continues through the thick forest to Himalaya. (All meals)
Day 7: Machhapuchhare Base Camp (12,200 ft)
Today, you will be above the tree-line. The trail becomes less steep and soon you enter the Annapurna Sanctuary. The afternoon is free to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the surrounding peaks. (All meals)
Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp (13,400 ft)
After breakfast ascend to Annapurna Base Camp. (All meals)
Day 9: Bamboo Lodge (7,900 ft)
Today is all downhill. After lunch on the way you re-enter the bamboo forest and reach your lodge by mid-afternoon. (All meals)
Day 10: Chomrong (6,850 ft)
Continue down through the forest and take lunch at Sinuwa before arriving back at Chomrong in the afternoon. (All meals)
Day 11: Landrung (5,300 ft)
From Chomrong, retrace steps as far as Taulung. If time permits stop at Jhinu Danda where there are hot springs. In the afternoon, ascend through forest and then terraced fields to the village of Landrung. (All meals)
Day 12: Pokhara (2,800 ft)
A final ascent to the village of Tolka (1790m). Today is the final trekking day. The trail gently descends, through forest, to the village of Pothana, and then to Dhampus. In the afternoon the trail descends very steeply to Phedi where you will be met by your transport for the short drive to Pokhara. (All meals)
Day 13: Kathmandu (4,400 ft)
Explore Pokhara in the morning. Transfer to the airport for afternoon flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel. (Breakfast)
Day 14: Kathmandu (4,400 ft)
Sightseeing in Kathmandu. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 15: Final Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)
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PER PERSON RATES:
$1980 for 1 person
$1680 per person for 2
$1450 per person for 3 or more
RATES INCLUDE
- all airport transfers
- 4 nights twin sharing accommodation at a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu
- 1 night twin sharing accommodation at a four star hotel in Pokhara
- 2 full day sightseeing in Kathmandu with vehicle, guide, and entry fees
- airfare: Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu
- 11-days lodge trek with lodging and fooding, guide and porter
- Annapurna Conservation Area fee
- staff insurance while on trek
RATES DO NOT INCLUDE
- international airfare
- Nepal visa and airport tax
- personal travel insurance or emergency rescue
- meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara those not indicated in the program
- personal equipment including sleeping bag
- bottled/canned/alcoholic beverages
- expenses of personal nature
- tips and gratuities
To Ask Questions
Call Toll Free: 877-362-2793
Email: info@redlanternjourneys.com
Or, fill out our online form: Contact Us
To Reserve a Spot on this Trek
- Download, print and fill out the Reservation Form for each person.
- Fax the form to 206-529-4803, or mail it with your non-refundable $500 per person deposit to: Red Lantern Journeys
1000 N. Northlake Way, Suite H
Seattle, WA 98103
- Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. If your reservation is made less than 75 days prior to departure, full payment is needed to reserve your spot.
Upon receipt of your deposit, we will reserve a spot on the trek and send you a statement showing your payment. Final payment is due 75 days before your departure. Approximately 4 weeks prior to your departure, we will send you a final confirmation package containing your itinerary and detailed information on the logistics of your trip.
Forms to Download (pdf files)
Reservation From with Complete Terms and Conditions
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