ABC Trek - Karnataka Mountaineering Association

THE KARNATAKA MOUNTAINEERING ASSOCIATION ®
The Annapurna South Base camp trek (moderate to tough) combines some
of the most spectacular mountain scenery, providing a fascinating insight
into the lives of the hill people. This is a unique tea house trek along local
trails, forests, villages and terraced farmland. It is a hike into the dazzling
amphitheatre formed by the principal peaks of the great Annapurna Himal
comprising Hiunchuli, Annapurna south, Annapurna I to IV, Gangapurna,
and Machhapuchhare which are arranged almost precisely in a circle of
about 10 miles in diameter. The trek follows the Modi river and passes
through dense forests of rhododendron and bamboo. Passing the
overhanging rock known as the Hinku cave, you enter the Annapurna
sanctuary. The entire Annapurna basin comes under the Annapurna
conservation area Project. The ACAP area offers a variety of flora, fauna
and bird life. A remarkable feature of this area is that inspite of the great
heights of the surrounding peaks and ice walls; the valley floor is between
12000 to 14000 feet. The trek starts from Nayapul, located at a distance of
about 42 Kms. from the picturesque place of Pokhara. The planned route is
Pokhara/Birethanti-Thirkedhunga-Gorepani-Tadapani-Sinua-Deurali-ABC-
Bamboo-Landruk-Phed/Pokhara. You will be confronted by dazzling views
as you trek up through the last permanent settlements near the
Machhapuchhare base camp. A nine day trek through some of the most
spectacular mountainscape in fascinating Nepal provides for an
unforgettable experience.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
Period 08.04.2012 to 22.04.2012
15 days (Bangalore to Bangalore), if
journey to Delhi and back is performed
Duration by air. Add 4 more days (2 for onward
and 2 for return), if journey to Delhi and
back is performed by train.
Nature of Trekking, camping (tea house)
programme
Group strength Minimum: 15 ; Maximum: 25
Age group 18 to 50 years
Trek distance 121 kms approx.
Grade Moderate/Tough
Contact Sudhakar on 9448677683. The fees is for
(Delhi to Delhi)*
In terms of transportation, food, accommodation,
administrative expenses, complete camping facilities,
technical gear, experienced instructors, memento etc.
Fees * Up to Delhi and back, the participants will have to
make own transport arrangements as per his/her
convenience. However, in case a group opts for a
particular mode/class; the Association can help in
reservations on actual cost basis.
Note: - Passport is necessary.
- At the time of registration submission of 3 PP photographs and
copy of passport (1 st and last pages in single sheet) is a must.
- Last dates to be strictly adhered to.
- The quoted fee is applicable only if registration is completed by the
date mentioned (i.e., 15-11-2011)
(Registrations will close once the target number is reached irrespective of the
last date mentioned. Hence be quick.)
Registration
Mode of
payment
Briefing
By 20/11/2011 by payment of Rs.15000/- fee
and the balance on or before 29/02/2012.
Cash or Cheque/DD drawn in favour of
The Karnataka Mountaineering Association.
All details pertinent to the expedition like items to
carry, timings, reporting point, contact numbers etc.,
will be given on the day of briefing which will be held
at least 10 days prior to the date of departure.

DAY to DAY Itinerary
DAY DATE PROGRAMME
DEPARTURE DELHI FOR KATHMANDU
01 08/04/2012
(4383’) (FLIGHT FROM DELHI @ 07.30 AM)
02 09/04/2012 AT KATHMANDU
DRIVE/FLY- KATHMANDU TO POKHARA
03 10/04/2012
(2789’)
DRIVE POKHARA TO BIRETHANTI (3449’)
04 11/04/2012
AND TREK TO THIRKEDUNGA (5052’)
TREK – THIRKEDUNGA TO GHOREPANI
05 12/04/2012
(9022’)
TREK – GHOREPANI TO POON HILL (10476’)
06 13/04/2012
TO TADAPANI (8514’)
07 14/04/2012 TREK – TADAPANI TO SINUWA (7769’)
08 15/04/2012 TREK – SINUWA TO DEURALI (10597’)
TREK – DEURALI TO ANNAPURNA SOUTH
09 16/04/2012
BASE CAMP (13550)
10 17/04/2012 TREK – ABC TO BAMBOO (7660’)
11 18/04/2012 TREK – BAMBOO TO LANDRUCK (5135’)
12 19/04/2012 TREK – LANDRUK TO PHEDI TO POKHARA
DRIVE – POKHARA TO KATHMANDU (212
13 20/04/2012
KMs/6 Hrs)
14 21/04/2012 AT KATHMANDU
DEPARTURE KATHMANDU FOR DELHI –
15 22/04/2012
BANGALORE
Other information
Average trek per day would be for around 5 1/2 hours.
Maximum height gained during the trek 13,750 ft approx.
Wholesome vegetarian food will be provided.
Delhi to Kathmandu and back by flight.
Two experienced and qualified instructors from the Association will accompany the team.
A centralized medical kit will be carried.
Decent and comfortable accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara and enroute.
The fee does not include porterage and also lunch on 09-04-2012
The participant should be physically and medically fit and should not be suffering. from
ailments that can aggravate or cause problems at high altitude.
Submission of medical fitness certificate as per proforma mandatory.
Participation in an exclusive pre expedition local programme is a must.
Food and accommodation as centrally arranged only
Registered Address
Room No.205, I Floor, Kanteerava Sports Complex-2
Kanteerava Stadium premises, Kasturba Road
Bangalore-560001

Tel. 080-22113333 / E-mail: kma1966@gmail.com