17D Annapurna Sanctuary Trek!
Kingdom of Nepal
The Annapurna Sanctuary is a natural amphitheatre formed by the giant Annapurna massif, with its gate being the deep gorge between the Hiunchuli and Machapuchare peaks. The views are, needless to say, breathtaking.
The sanctuary denotes the headwaters of the Modi Khola, along which the trail is defined. The trail passes through a changing landscape of rice fields, misty forests and ethnic villages like those of the Gurung and Magar.
2008 Fixed Departure Dates Ex-Singapore
- Sep 27 - Oct 13
- Oct 18 - Nov 03
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 sightseeing
Half day sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath, Boudanath, Monkey Temple & Kathmandu Durbar Square. (B/-/-)
Day 03 / Kathmandu - Pokhara
After breakfast, we depart Kathmandu in a bus for a scenic drive along the Trisuli River to Pokhara (200km). Lunch along the way. Pokhara is a picturesque city focused around the beautiful Phewa Tal Lake with the classic Machapuchare (Fish Tail Mountain) in the background. It is in this setting that we camp for the night. (BLD)
Day 04 / Pokhara - Birethanti - Ulleri (2070m)
After a beautiful sunrise, we drive to the riverside town of Birethanti (1140m). From here we begin our trek through the lush Modi Khola valley, past waterfalls with pools that invite you to swim. We ascend a steep stone staircase to the Magar village of Ulleri, where there are breathtaking views of the valley below and the peaks of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. (B/L/D)
Day 05 / Ulleri - Ghorepani (2840m)
Today we gently climb through pasture and cultivated fields. As the trail climbs higher, we walk beside the cascading river through refreshingly cool oak and rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, meaning “horse water”. (B/L/D)
Day 06 / Ghorepani - Tadapani (2540m)
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. (BLD)
Day 07 / Tadapani - Chomrong
The trail drops down from Tadapani, through dense rhododendron forest. We pass the Gurung village of Ghandrung before the route ascends above the bank of the Modi Khola, to the village of Chomrung. Towering above the village are Annapurna South and the Fishtail. (B/L/D)
Day 08 / Chomrong - Dovan (2680m)
We walk through the forest to Kuldi Ghar. The trail then levels out, running through riverside bamboo thickets along the base of the gorge. Then it winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to the village of Dovan. (B/L/D)
Day 09 / Dovan - Annapurna South Glacier Basin (3500m)
The Modi river now flows through more open valley, and eventually emerges into the Sanctuary. Straight ahead is the high lateral moraine of the South Annapurna glacier. This is the site of Machapuchare Base Camp which affords a spectacular view of this natural amphitheatre. We make our camp around here tonight. (B/L/D)
Day 10 / Annapurna South Base Camp (4234m)
Today we make a day-trip to the Annapurna Base Camp South. The route climbs over lateral moraine and down to the beautiful ablation valley. The best views are probably obtained from the crest of the moraine, which we follow until it is cut through by the glacier flowing down from Himal Chuli to the north. (B/L/D)
Day 11 / Annapurna South Base Camp - Dovan (1940m)
Descend and follow the same route to a pleasant camp spot at Dovan, which lies on the boundary of the Sanctuary. (B/L/D)
Day 12 / Dovan - Modi Khola
The trail passes the small village of Khuldi Bikas, before continuing through rhododendron and bamboo fields to the Alpine-style village of Chomrung. Stony steps climb steeply to Kabre Chautara and soon after we turn off for Landrung,leaving the Ghandrung path dropping away towards the river. (B/L/D)
Day 13 / Modi Khola - Dhampus
After an easy descent to the Gurung village of Landrung, the trail crosses a pass before arriving at the tiny village of Dhampus, perched high on a ridge. (B/L/D)
Day 14 / Dhampus - Pokhara
It is a short descent to Phedi, where we meet the road and drive back to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara. (B/L/-)
Day 15 / Pokhara - Kathmandu
Today we say goodbye to scenic city of Pokhara and make our way by bus back to the bustling city of Kathmandu. (B) Or alternately, we can fly. Cost USD $80.
Day 16 / 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 17 / Kathmandu - Singapore
The day is free until our transfer to the airport for our homebound flight. (B/-/-)
Tour Cost
(min. 02 persons to depart, max. number is 12 persons)
- Ex-Singapore: SGD$2124
- Ex-Kathmandu: SGD $1448
- Single Supplement: SGD $140
Private Departure Supplement
(min. 02 persons, can depart on any day between Oct and Apr)
- 02 pax: SGD $140
- 03 to 05 pax: SGD $90
- No supplement charges for group sizes of 06 persons & above
Tour Cost Includes
- Return international airfare from Singapore to Kathmandu: SIN/KTM/SIN
- Airport transfers
- Half-day sightseeing in Kathmandu
- Land transfers by tourist bus
- Conservation Permit required on the trek
- English-speaking trekking guide
- Full-board trekking arrangements including porters, etc.
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Tour Cost Excludes
- All airport taxes
- Visa fee: USD $30 for 30-day visit pass
- Travel insurance
- Tips & gratuities for guides and trekking crew
- Personal expenses like hard and soft drinks, phone & laundry bills, etc.
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency
- Airline high-season surcharges
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