Nepal Trekking Itinerary 2013.pdf - Travel Experience

While the trekking is challenging, averaging 6-7 hours' walking a day on steep terrain, our AnnapurnaSanctuary expedition into the Himalayas allows you to get up close to the massive Himalayas withoutmajor issues associated with high altitude. The highest point on the trek is Annapurna Base Camp at4130m, which is optional. Those concerned about altitude sickness are welcome to remain in theMachhapuchhre Base Camp (or even lower) for an afternoon of rest.We stay overnight in small basic teahouses along the track. These remote teahouses are operated by themountain Nepalese to cater for trekkers, and they provide simple but delicious hot food.Details for the trek are as follows. (Please note, however, that the exact itinerary can vary due tounforseen circumstances including weather conditions or strikes called by the political parties.) All trekkingtimes are approximate.Day 3 - Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1,540m/approx. 5 hours).An hour long drive (remember driving times are always approximate in Asia - patience is your closestfriend!) brings us to Nayapul where we commence our trek. We gear up and follow the Bhurungi Kholauntil we reach Tikhedhunga.Day 4 - Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,750m/approx. 6 hours).We ascend to Ulleri Village through a pleasant rhododendron forest, much more impressive than the treesyour grandmother has in the garden! We stay overnight at Ghorepani (check out the local disco - but don'tget your hopes up in case it's closed!).Day 5 - Ghorepani to Tadapani (2,700m/approx. 5 hours).Early birds can bounce out of bed to witness the sunrise over Annapurna from nearby Poon Hill (1 houruphill climb) - you have to do this at least once in your life, right? Then the adventure continues as we trekon to Tadapani.Day 6 - Tadapani to Chhomrong (2,170m/approx. 6 hours).We descend to Kimrung Khola before climbing again to Chhomrong village, at the base of Hiunchuli(6441m). There are breathtaking views of Annapurna and Macchhapucchhre from here, plus deliciouspizza! By now we will have realised that there are some items we could do without, so excess gear can beleft in Chhomrong as we will return through here on day 12.Please note the walk on days 8-12 is flexible according to weather conditions and how the group iscoping.Day 7 - Chhomrong to Doban (2,580m/approx. 6.5 hours).On to Kuldi Ghar for about 3 hours' walking, then down to the banks of the Modi River and up again toDoban.Day 8 - Doban to Deurali (3,231m/approx. 4 hours).Passing through Himalaya Hotel, we continue up the narrow valley to Deurali.Day 9 - Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/approx. 4.5 hours).Sticking to the west bank of the Modi River, we enter an open valley near Machhapuchhre Base Camp.This is where you can decide how your legs and your lungs are holding up. You may decide to remainhere or press on to the Annapurna Base Camp for the night. The views from both base camps arefantastic - all the hard work to get here is worth it!Day 10 - Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,335m/approx. 7 hours)After seeing the sunrise on the snowy peaks around us we head back down the valley the same way toBamboo (or further if the knees can handle it).Day 11 - Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,780m/approx. 5.5 hours).Passing back through the up and down staircases of Chhomrong we continue on down to Jhinu Danda.From here it's a 20 minute walk down to a hot spring by the Modi Khola for a well-deserved bath!