11D Ghorepani Trek plus White Water Rafting
Annapurna foothills, Kingdom of Nepal
An easy 5-day Annapurna foothills trek using tea-houses or camping facilities
We will also go on a short but exciting rafting trip down the Trisuli river.
Day 01 / Singapore - Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu city and transfer to our hotel in Thamel, the heart of Kathmandu city. The rest of the afternoon is free for taking in the sights and sounds of this unique and bustling ancient-city. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nepali meal accompanied by traditional Newari music. (D)
Day 02 / Kathmandu
Half day sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath, Boudanath, Monkey Temple & Kathmandu Durbar Square. (B)
Day 03 / Kathmandu - Rafting Trishuli - Pokhara 960m
After breakfast, we will be set off for our white water rafting adventure down the Trishuli River. The trip starts off at a leisurely pace, giving you ample time to familiarise yourself on rafting techniques and build up teamwork. Six rapids await you along the river, building up in crescendo from “butterfly” to the big water of “pinball”, guaranted to send thrills down your spine! Ending at the village of Kurintar or Mugling & transferred to Pokhara for the night. (BLD)
Day 04 / Pokhara - Ulleri 2070m (2-hour drive, 6 to 7-hour trek)
After waking up to a beautiful sunrise, we drive to the riverside town of Birethanti and begin our trek. We head upriver and pass a picturesque waterfall with a cool pool on the Bhurungdi Khola. There is a steep climb to the Magar village of Ulleri of 3767 steps! (B/L/D)
Day 05 / Ulleri - Ghorepani 2850m (6-hour trek)
The trail continues ascending steadily, enters lush oak forest and crosses numerous small streams. It is a great place for bird-watching. After a long day of climbing, we arrive in the town of Ghorepani, which means “horse water”. (B/L/D)
Day 06 / Ghorepani - Tadapani 2670m (6-hour trek)
A short climb in the morning to the Deurali pass rewards us with a spectacular panorama of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges, and all the way south to the plains of India. The trail then descends steeply through dense, moss-covered forest that is teeming with bird life. We arrive in Tadapani in time for a beautiful sunset view over the Annapurna and Machapuchare. (B/L/D)
Day 07 / Tadapani - Ghandrung 1950m (3-hour trek)
(1940m) Trail descends steeply through dense damp forest, where you may see monkeys, and continues down over a series of rock-cut steps that follow a leaping stream. Arrive in Ghandrung and explore the maze-like streets of this thriving Gurung settlement.(B/L/D)
Day 08 / Ghandrung - Birethanti - Pokhara (4-hour trek, 2-hour drive)
We descend gently past startling, green, cultivated terraces along the scurrying Modi Khola, which defines the trail back to Birethanti. We drive to Pokhara and camp by the lakeside. (BLD)
Day 09 / Pokhara - Kathmandu
Today we make our way by bus back to the bustling city of Kathmandu. Or alternately, we can fly. Cost USD $80. (B/-/-)
Day 10 / Kathmandu
Free day to explore this ancient capital with its many bazaars and living monuments. We can catch a early morning mountain flight to see the eastern Himalayan ranges, float above the Kathmandu Valley in a hot-air balloon. (B/-/-)
Day 11 / Kathmandu - Singapore
The day is free until our transfer to the airport for our homebound flight. (B/-/-)
Note
Dates and itineraries are subject to change. We will verify availability and itinerary upon your request.
TOUR COST PER PERSON FOR OUR FIXED DEPARTURES
(min. 06 persons to depart, max. number is 12 persons)
- Ex-Singapore: SGD $1778 plus SGD $231 ex-SIN taxes
- Ex-Kathmandu: SGD $1228
- Single Supplement: SGD $150
PRIVATE DEPARTURE SUPPLEMENT
(min. 02 persons, and can depart on any day between October and April)
- 02 - 03 persons: SGD $150
- 04 - 05 persons: SGD $110
- No supplement charge for group size of 06 persons or more
Tour Cost Includes
- Return airfare from Singapore to Kathmandu: SIN/KTM/SIN
- All airport and land transfers as per itinerary
- Full-board trekking arrangements
- Trekking permit and National Park Fees
- English-speaking trekking guide
- Twin-share accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Tour Cost Excludes
- Kathmandu airport taxes (International NPR1695 and domestic NPR600)
- Visa fees USD$30
- Insurance
- Tips & gratuities for guide(s) & trekking crew
- Personal expenses like hard/soft drinks, phone bills, laundry, etc.
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency
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