Annapurna Cultural Trek is a short colorful foray into the
Annapurna region. The trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy
forests and past waterfalls where you can stop to cool yourself. Around
every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole
horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points
of your trek.
During trekking in Annapurna Cultural trial, you
pass through different Gurung, Magar and Brahmin villages where you get
an insight into their cultural, social practices. In short period, you
can experience the colorful culture of these people and most of all you
meet Buddhist and Hindus living in harmony and peace. The main
occupations are agriculture, animal husbandry, tourism business and
people serving in Gorkha and Indian regiment.
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours. Pokhara is tourist''s popular destination with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with magnificent view of mountains.
Day 02: Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Phedi (1130 m.) and trek from Phedi to Pothana(1900m) takes about five hours. The trail ascends all the way to Pothana through forests till you reach the village called Dhampus. It is a Gurung village which gives you an opportunity to look at the magnificent views of Annapurna ranges, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu. The ascent trail follows to Pothana through the forests. This is a small village which is surrounded by forests having marvelous mountain views.
Day 03: Trek from Pothana to Ghandruk (1950 m.) takes about six hours.The early part of trek is gradual ascend for almost an hour up to Deurali (2100 m.) which passes through oak and mixed forests with splendid views of Manaslu, Annapurna ranges and Mardi Himal. Leaving Deurali, you begin to trek steep downwards to reach Tolkha (1840 m.), a beautiful Magar and Gurung village. To reach the next destination Landruk, a village inhabited by mostly Gurung and few Brahmins the trail is gradual descent passing through terraces and few settlements. Now the steep descent trail moves downwards to Modi Khola river and crossing iron bridge you follow steep uphill to reach Ghandruk.. There are many lodges, Gurung museum and traditional houses made of stone slabs. You can enjoy from here are Annapurna South (7229 m.), Hiunchuli (6441 m.), Annapurna III (7755 m.), Glacier dome (7200 m.) and Fish tail (6997 m.).
Day 04: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul via Birethanti takes about 5 hours. This day you descend through Kimshe to Shaulo Bazaar. From here your trail goes quite flat until you retrace back to Birethanti. You need to walk almost half an hour to get to Nayapul. Drive from Nayapul to Pokhara by taxi.
Day 05: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus that takes about seven hours.
Price includes
- Airport pick-up and drop off services
- Trekking guide
- Porter/s( One porter can carry up to 30 kgs luggage of two participants)
- Entry Permit Fee
- Trekkers' Information Management system(TIMS) card
- All land transportation
- All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
- Necessary equipment such as sleeping bag, down jacket etc.
- Rescue assistance
- First aid kit
- Insurance and equipment for the Nepali staff
Price Exclude
- Personal nature expenses such as all kinds of drinks, beverages, etc.
- Drinks, beverages, hot shower, etc.
- Tips
- Hotel accomodation & meals in Kathmandu
Note: We can arrange your hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per your specific interest and budget.