THE
ANNAPURNA REGIONThe Annapurna Conservation region is the most
geographically and culturally diverse protected area anywhere in the world. Nowhere
else in Nepal can one meet and experience such a wide variety of human culture.
There are in fact seven ethnic groups living and working the region. Due to the
extremes of elevation the region contains a remarkable diversity of flora; from
sub-tropical lowland forests of oak, bamboo and rhododendron in the south, to
the high alpine meadows and windswept desert plateaus in the north, bordering
Tibet.It is home to a vast range of wildlife, the grey langur monkey and a variety
of cats and rodents flourish at lower levels, Himalayan black bear and the snow
leopard are found at higher altitudes, over 440 species of birds have also been
recorded. 
It
is hardly surprising the Annapurna region remains the most popular trekking destination
in Nepal. The area is dominated by both the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himal which
sweep from the low hills at 700 m to pierce the sky at 8,000 m within a distance
of 50 km. Most treks in the region commence from the scenic lakeside town
of Pokhara. Whilst Pokhara has developed considerably over the past 15 years,
it still remains an ideal setting with arguably the most impressive mountain backdrop
anywhere in the World. Pokhara provides a great base to prepare for and
relax after trekking. Access to the mountains is relatively easy....within a few
hours of commencing your journey, tremendous high mountain close up views can
be experienced. The Annapurna Base Camp (Sanctuary) trek has been sacred
to the local inhabitants and treasured as a spiritual refuge, long before the
first trekkers appeared. Annapurna Base Camp is a natural amphitheater ringed
by Annapurna South and Annapurna I, Varahashikhar, Gangapurna and the holy mountain
Macchapucchre (Fish Tail). The first few days are spent traveling through quaint
villages and lush forests before reaching more barren and rugged terrain.
The trail to Annapurna Base Camp threads up the valley into the sanctuary
where it gradually gives way to a grey scree and scrub before reaching snow fields,
there are no villages to speak of for five days. Annapurna Base Camp trek is a
wonderful trek with some tremendous views, from base camp a labyrinth of mountains
tower almost vertically above with Annapurna I in dominance. An hour or two is
spent here taking in the high mountains before commencing the return journey.
Five further days are taken returning to Pokhara. Annapurna Base Camp trek is
a good introduction to higher altitude without being too strenuous. ITINERARY:
Day 01: Arrival
- Hotel transfer - tour briefing
Day 02: A full day guided
sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive OR flight to
Pokhara. Overnight Hotel
Day 04: Drive, Pokhara to Nayapul
and trek to Ulleri
Day 05: Ulleri - Ghorepani (2750m)
Day 06: Early morning trek to Poon Hill (3193m) for sunrise view
then trek to Tadapani (2590m)
Day 07: Tadapani - Chomrong
(2170m)
Day 08: Chomrong - Bamboo (23350m)
Day
09: Bamboo - Deurali (2505m)
Day 10: Deurali to
Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchare Base Camp
Day 11:
Annapurna Base Camp - Dovan (2505m)
Day 12: Dovan - Chhomrong
(2170m)
Day 13: Chhomrong - Ghandrung (1940m)
Day
14: Ghandrung – Nayapul then drive back to Pokhara
Day 15:Fligh
OR drive back to Kathmandu (30 mintus) transfer Hotel
Day 16:
Kathmandu at leisure
Day 17: Departure Price
includes:
1. Airport – Hotel & Hotel – airport transfer in Kathmandu
by private car/van/Bus
2. Kathmandu – Pokhara & return transfer by tourist
Bus
3. Pokhara – trek starting point and trek ending point to Pokhara by
Private car/van/Bus
4. 11 days trekking on full board (including breakfast,
lunch & dinner + accommodation (normally twin sharing)
5. Annapurna Conservation
permit / trek permit
6. Necessary staff (porter Guide)
7. First aid kit
8. One farewell dinner with Nepali culture folk dance
9. Salary, foods, transport,
insurance and equipment for staff
10. All applicable taxes and service charges
Not included: 1. Flight ticket (Ktm – Pkr &
return)
2. Accommodation in Pokhara & Kathmandu
3. Sightseeing tour
4. You insurance
5. Rescue and evacuation service
6. Personal expenses
7. Tip for staff | 
