Kathmandu • Bodhnath Stupa • Pokhara • 6-day Annapurna Lodge Trek • Royal Chitwan National Park • 3-day Wildlife Safari • Elephant Safari
This exciting adventure combines a leisurely-paced trek with the fun of a jungle safari in one of Asia’s premier wildlife reserves. We trek in the beautiful Annapurnas and enjoy great mountain scenery with plenty of time to meet the locals.
Ghundruk village in the Annapurna foothills
Our trek begins a short drive away from Pokhara at Naya Phul. The walking is at a relaxed pace and we reach our lodge every day in time for lunch, leaving the afternoon free to relax or experience the local village life. After the trek we explore the lakeside around Pokhara and then travel to Royal Chitwan National Park to enjoy elephant back safaris, canoe trips and jungle walks. There is a variety of wildlife that inhabits the park including over 300 species of birds, deer, crocodile, rhino, leopard and just possibly tiger! We even have a chance to bathe with elephants. This journey showcases the stunning beauty and great diversity of Nepal.
Trip Prices
- US$1,785 Adult
- US$1,525 Child (06-11 years old)
Trip Dates
- Mar 28 – Apr 08, 2010
- Oct 17-28, 2010
- Nov 14-25, 2010
- Dec 12-23, 2010
- Jan 09-20, 2011
- Feb 06-17, 2011
- Mar 06-17, 2011
SPECIAL NOTES
This trip involves walking of 4-6 hours per day and covers altitudes ranging from 850 metres to 2220 metres above sea level.
The Child prices are based on an age of 11 years and younger at time of travel for both land and air arrangements.
Child Minumum Age: 06 years
Triple rooms may be available on request.
A compulsory Single Supplement applies for this trip for those requesting for Single Rooms. Please contact us for further details.
Itinerary
Day 01 / Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 02 / Morning visit to Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa. Afternoon free
Days 03 – 04 / Fly to Pokhara. Trek to the picturesque village of Upper Gandruk
Days 05 – 06 / Trek through to Kot Danda – our trek high point – with views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare. Descend to Kyumi
Days 07 – 08 / Return to Pokhara. Time to explore or relax by the lakeside
Day 09 / Drive to Royal Chitwan National Park
Day 10 / Wildlife safaris on foot, elephant back and in dugout canoes
Day 11 / Morning safari before driving to Kathmandu
Day 12 / Trip ends in Kathmandu this morning
Family adventure
Designed especially for families with children, these tours include daily activities that are varied and interesting, and tiring travel is kept to a minimum.
Easy Walk
These walking holidays can be enjoyed by just about anyone. Walks are along well-defined trails and we rarely exceed five walking hours in a day.
Inclusions
- Peregrine tour leader, local guides, porterage on trek
- Airport transfers, transport
- Sightseeing and entrance fees, wildlife safaris and all activities at the Royal Park Wildlife Resort.
- 05 nights in comfortable hotels
- 04 nights in trekking lodges
- 02 nights in safari lodge
- 11 Breakfasts, 07 Lunches, 06 Dinners
Equipment Included
- Personal trek equipment (sleeping bag, duvet jacket, sleeping sheet, kit bag)
- Specialised medical kit
Not Included
- Visa costs
- International flights, departure taxes, insurance (obligatory on all trips)
- Other meals, drinks not listed
- Any optional additional tours and activities during free time, camera fees, excess baggage charges, showers on trek (if available)
- Spending of a personal nature such as tips or gratuities, laundry, drinks, souvenirs.
Walking times
This itinerary is intended as a guide only. Local conditions and weather may necessitate variations to the program and can affect the availability of views and panoramas described. Be aware that all times stated are approximate and may vary with individual and group fitness, weather and track conditions.
Minimum Altitude: 850m
Maximum Altitude: 2,220m
Tipping and Tipping Kitty
Although the culture of tipping may not be part of your own culture, it is nonetheless part of the culture in this area of the world and it is often the way some people supplement their earnings. Tipping has also become an accepted part of the tourism culture in the region. On our trips your tour leader can advise you on this matter; however, as a guideline we would recommend a tip of 5-10% in restaurants and US$1 to US$2 per person, per day for a local guide. The bellboys at hotels will appreciate a small tip for carrying your bags. Taxi and rickshaw drivers do not expect a tip. If you are unhappy with a service, of course, you are under no obligation to leave a tip. However, if the service has been satisfactory, a tip is always appreciated….with a smile! To protect you from the sometimes seemingly endless soliciting of tips, we suggest you discuss with your tour leader about setting up a tipping kitty whereby everybody contributes an equal amount (this amount can vary from trip to trip, but a good approximate is US$4 per person per day). Your tour leader can then distributes tips along the way (except restaurant tips) to local guides and hotel porters, etc. and keeps a record of all moneys spent. Please note that this kitty is not designed to provide a tip for your tour leader.
Tipping Your Tour Leader
It is also customary to tip your tour leader at the end of the trip, if you are happy with his/her service. A minimum tip of US$3 per day from each member of the group is the standard amount expected.
