The Annapurna Sanctuary offers the quickest way to get to
high Himalayan altitudes where glaciers replace rivers. We
start by ascending the foothills from Pokhara, appreciating
the slate-roofed tropical villages and magnificent rhododendron
forests before entering the narrow Modi Khola gorge. As we
climb higher we get to the hidden world of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
The huge south face of Annapurna (8,090m/26,535ft) provides
an impressive backdrop, while the closeness of 10 peaks over
6,000m/20,000ft, including Hiunchuli, Fang, Annapurna III
and Machapuchare (the Fish Tail Peak), inspire a delicious
joy as a fitting highlight of this spectacular trek. On the
return journey we will have a chance to visit the beautiful
village and the Gurung 'capital' of Gandruk before heading
back to Pokhara. A wonderful journey to the heart of the Annapurnas.
Moderate to difficult trekking
from 900m (3,000ft) to 3,700m (12,150ft). Accommodation
in comfortable lodges run by local families. The trek starts
in Pokhara and includes all meals, road-head transport,
services of experienced trek guide and porter to carry luggage.
Clients carry day-pack only and walk at their own pace.
Trek Grade: Moderate
to Difficult
Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Maximum Sleeping Altitude: 3014m/9,888ft
(Himalaya Hotel)
Maximum Hiking Altitude: 4130m/13,550ft
(Annapurna BC)
Best Season: Mar-June and Oct-Dec.
GROUP DEPARTURE DAYS (Ex Kathmandu)
Every Tuesdays & Thursdays : Mar-June & Oct-Dec,
2008 & 2009.
Bookings are open for all treks.
Private treks are available on request.
I T I N E R A R Y:
Day 01: Drive Kathamndu to Pokhara to Phedi.
Start trek to Dhampus village.
Day 02: Trek to Landruk village.
Day 03: Trek to Chomrong.
Day 04: Trek to Himalayan Hotel.
Day 05: Trek to Mt. Machapuchare (Fish
Tail) Base Camp.
Day 06: Day of exploration to Annapurna
Base Camp, Annapurna Glacier and surrounding areas.
Day 07: Trek to Do Ban.
Day 08: Trek to Kymrung Danda.
Day 09: Trek to Gandruk. pm - Free in Gandruk.
Day 10: Trek to Birethanti. Drive to Pokhara.
END of Annapurna & Macchapuchare Base Camp Trek.
