Annapurna Adventure of a Lifetime

Trip Facts

  • Duration: 15 Days
  • Challenge level : Moderate
  • Max Altitude:3210m
  • Group size :2 - 16 People
  • Best TimeSpring / Autumn
  • Destination :Nepal

About Annapurna Adventure of a Lifetime

Annapurna adventure trek is one of the most beautiful treks that encompass easy walking through the villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups and dense forest with a variety of wildlife and vegetation situated beneath the lap of regal Himalayas.

This is the easiest of our adventures and may involve walking for up to 5 hours per day. You are likely to cover between six to fifteen kilometers per day, over hilly terrain, on well-defined trails. Altitudes may exceed 3000 meters. This trek involves multiday walking for up to two weeks. A good level of fitness is required.

 

Fixed Departure: 11th - 25th Oct 2023 

Trip Highlights

  • Incredible beauty of kayaking and rafting in one of the deepest gorges in the world
  • See monkeys playing along the riverside cliffs and gorges and along the sandy beaches
  • Superb views of the sunrise and panoramic views of the Himalayas Mt. Dhaulagiri, whole Annapurna region north and South, Fishtail mountain which is Machpuchare in Nepali
  • Natural hot springs
  • Mountain biking with surroundings of the Himalayan foothills
  • World heritage and culture site in Kathmandu valley including Patan Durbar Square, and the Patan Museum

Itinerary

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 time stated are approximate and may vary with individual and group fitness, weather, Trekking route, river level and road conditions.

Be met by your Adventure Hub Nepal, (AHN) guide and transfer to hotel. Relax and recover from jetlag and then have dinner in a local restaurant nearby the hotel, in the Thamel area of Kathmandu. Stay overnight in hotel.

Not Included: Lunch and Dinner

Visit Bodhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath, Patan Durbar Square and the Patan Museum. Between 4-6pm pre-departure meeting for the trip at hotel. Get any last-minute personalized items or gear for the trip. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
Not Included: Lunch and Dinner

Get up early and then transfer to the airport. Fly to Pokhara and spend the rest of the day getting prepared for the trek. Stay overnight in Pokhara.
Not included: Lunch and Dinner

After driving approximately 1 hour from Pokhara, we begin our trek at Nayapul.  After 30 minutes short walk along the banks of the beautiful Modi Khola River, we reach Birethanti (1065m) a large village that comprises of little shops & teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola River. We then climb steadily up the side of the valley to Hile at 1495m. After enjoying the breathtaking views, we continue up to Tikhedhunga and have lunch. In the afternoon we continue our climb to Ulleri where we will stay for the night in a Guest House.Ulleri is a large Magar village at 2070mFeel exhilarated after a challenging days trekking through breathtaking scenery!

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and  Dinner

The trail continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak & rhododendron towards Banthanti at 2250m. Then hike towards Nangethanti at 2460m. After an hour or so of walking we will arrive at picturesque Ghorepani. Enjoy a well-earned rest and take in the breathtaking views of the Annapurna Mountains. Overnight at a Guest House in Ghorepani.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and  Dinner

This morning, we will get up early and go trekking up the magnificent Poon Hill. From here we will see superb views of the sunrise and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Including, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail and Machpuchare After submitting Poonhill, we will trek mostly downhill to Shikha village. This is truly a breathtaking experience!!
You will have the opportunity to see some or all of these mountains today; Mt.
Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920m), Nilgiri (6940m), Varaha Shikhar
(7847m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna III
(7555m), Machhapuchhare (6993m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna II
(7937m), Lamjung Himal (6932m), Manaslu and other numerous clad mountain
peaks. stay overnight at Shika Village.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and  Dinner

After breakfast we will trek mostly downhill to the picturesque village of Tatopani.

In the afternoon we will take a short walk down to the spectacular hot springs which are located on the riverbanks of the thunderous Kali Gandaki river. Immerse yourself in the hot springs and let your body relax in this lovely place.

In Tatopani we will meet our professional Mountain Biking guides. Pick up our bikes and get fitted out for cycling.  Bike from Tatopani to Beni 3 or 4 hours next day.

Overnight in Guesthouse at Tatopani.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Ride on gentle sloping terrain on a wide jeep track, back into the lush surroundings of the Himalayan foothills to the village of Beni. 

Overnight at guesthouse at Beni. (899 m).

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

We will ride mostly downhill on the road through villages and rolling hills. Cycling along the beautiful Kali Gandaki River we will see the thundering whitewater rapids.  This will take 2 or 3 hours. 

In the evening meet the Whitewater Rafting crew staff and get fitted out with equipment for whitewater rafting. Camp on the riverbank.

 
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The spectacular scenery on this rugged remote river makes it a fantastic short multiday river trip. It passes through narrow gorges, alongside tumbling waterfalls and lush jungle. Whitewater rapids such as ‘Big Brother, Little Brother, Good Morning and Landslide just to name a few, will give you feelings of exhiliration and excitement. As we descend this stunning river, we will camp on the riverbank each night. In the afternoon on day 12 we take out at lunchtime and have lunch after the packup. Drive approximately 4 hrs to Pokhara.

Stay overnight in Pokhara and Group celebration dinner.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

In the afternoon on day 11, we take out at lunchtime and have lunch after the pickup. Drive approximately 4 hrs to Pokhara. Stay overnight in Pokhara and Group celebration dinner.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The spectacular scenery on this rugged remote river makes it a fantastic short multiday river trip. It passes through narrow gorges, alongside tumbling waterfalls and lush jungle. Whitewater rapids such as ‘Big Brother, Little Brother, Good Morning and Landslide just to name a few, will give you feelings of exhiliration and excitement. As we descend this stunning river, we will camp on the riverbank each night. In the afternoon on day 12 we take out at lunchtime and have lunch after the packup. Drive approximately 4 hrs to Pokhara.

Stay overnight in Pokhara and Group celebration dinner with group.

Included: Breakfast and Lunch 

For those that are interested you can try some more adventurous activities around the Pokhara region. For example; The World’s best and longest zipline or some Paragliding. These are an additional cost of around $120 USD per person for each activity. Adventure Hub Nepal are happy to organize that for you if you would like to book when you arrive in Nepal. 

Stay overnight in Pokhara. 

Not Included: Lunch and Dinner 

Fly back to Kathmandu which takes around 35 minutes. this is included in your trip cost and you will arrive in Kathmandu around 2 o’clock in the afternoon. Enjoy some last-minute shopping. Stay overnight in Kathmandu.
Included: Breakfast

Have breakfast and transfer to airport, fly home.

Included: Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • Permits and all the entry fee
  • Food and Accommodation (while trekking, biking and rafting)
  • Trekking Guide and Porters while you on the trek
  • Mattress, Dry bag, Tent, Paddle and Gear boats
  • All the cooking and kitchen equipment
  • Satellite phone
  • Comprehensive wilderness first aid kit
  • 3 Nights accommodation in hotel in Kathmandu (we can organize extra nights if people require)
  • 2 Nights hotel in Pokhara
  • Biking equipment and specialist guides.
  • Professional standard river guides and safety kayaker
  • Twin share room basis accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Domestic flight tickets Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu.
  • All the camping gear while you doing river journey
  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Private bus to start of trekking
  • Tips for local Raft, Bike, Trek guides and porter

What's Excluded

Excluded

  • Nepalese visa (this costs US 65$ for 30 days and you need two passport photos) this can be issued on arrival in Kathmandu international airport.
  • Extra snacks while doing activities and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Extra Beverages for on the trip i.e.) alcohol and soft drinks.
  • Travel Insurance
  • Any optional tours or activities during the free time
  • Airport tax’s
  • International flight to Nepal
  • Meals not listed on day to day itinerary

About Adventure Hub Nepal

Adventure Hub  Nepal has been operating adventure holidays trips since 2007. Today we can help you discover whole Nepal and we can offer high-quality, excellent –value, small group adventure to your interested area of Nepal, Extend your holiday by booking some pre or post tour accommodation- ask Adventure Hub Nepal.

Other Information

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, trekking route, river level  and road conditions.

Travelling With Responsibility

We care about the place and people that we meet on our journeys, and we try to ensure that we give something back, as well as taking away so many incredible memories, for more information on our commitment to people of Nepal and responsible tourism please visit.http://www.sharmilafoundation.org

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