ANNAPURNA AND FISHTAIL BASE CAMP TREK WITH POON HILL HIKING

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Mountain region	:	Annapurna	Mode of Trek	:	Teahouse
Trip Duration	:	17 Days	Best Time	:	March to May, September to November
Trekking Duration	:	11 Days	Starting point	:	Pokhara
Trip Grading	:	Easy-Moderate	Ending Point	:	Pokhara

Annapurna Base camp trekking also known as Annapurna Sanctuary trekking, is one of the most scenic treks in Nepal. The trek starts from Nayapul which is an hour’s scenic drive from Pokhara. This trek will give a beautiful view of Dhaulagiri 8167m, Nilgiri 7041m, Fishtail/Machhapuchhare 6998m, Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna II 7939m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Annapurna south 7219m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Lamjung Himal 6986m and Tukuche peak 6920m. The Annapurna base camp with Ghorepani poon hill trek is considered sacred and spiritual by the local inhabitants. The trek takes us very close to Fishtail, Machhapuchare which is considered as a Holy mountain. The highest point during the trek is base camp at 4130m, which is like a natural Amphitheatre ringed by Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gangapurna 7485m and Machhapuchhre 6998m. During the trek we pass through a diverse range of vegetation, cultural zones and climate.

Day 01	:	Arrival at Kathmandu.
		Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel and welcome dinner in the evening with typical Nepalese food.

Day 02	:	Kathmandu City Sightseeing.
		After breakfast at hotel start Kathmandu and Patan cities sightseeing accompanied by a tour guide. Rest of the day is for packing and preparation for the trek. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 03	:	Drive to Pokhara (820m) - 6 to 7 hours.


Day 04	:	Drive to Nayapul (1050m) – Trek to Tikhedhunga (1540m) - 3 to 4 hours.


Day 05	:	Trek Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m) – 6 to 7 hours.


Day 06	:	Trek Ghorepani to POON HILL (3210 m) – Tadapani (2590m) - 6.5 hours.
		Early in the morning hike to Poon Hill about 2 hours to see sun rise view of Mt. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. This is one of the main course of this trek. Return back to hotel. After breakfast, start trek to Tadapani.

Day 07	:	Tadapani to Chhumrung (2170 m) – 3 to 4 hours.


Day 08	:	Chhumrung to Dovan (2510 m) – 4 to 5 hours.


Day 09	:	Dovan to Fishtail Base Camp (3700 m) – 5 to 6 hours.


Day 10	:	Fishtail Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m) – 2 hours.
		This day is the most important course of this trek. Both Fishtail base camp and Annapurna base camp are in near proximity. In a couple of hours one can visit from one base camp to the other. The remarkable view of the surrounding is extremely gorgeous. Overnight stay at Trekkers lodge.

Day 11	:	Annapurna Base Camp – Bamboo (2340 m) – 4 to 5 hours.


Day 12	:	Bamboo to Jhinudanda (1780 m) – 5 hours.


Day 13	:	Jhinudanda to Ghandruk (1940 m) – 6 hours.


Day 14	:	Ghandruk to Nayapul - Drive to Pokhara.


Day 15	:	Pokhara City Sightseeing.
		After breakfast start Pokhara valley sightseeing including; Bindyabasani temple, Seti Gorge, Regional Museum, International mountain museum, Devi’s fall, Gupteshwar caves. Overnight stay at hotel

Day 16	:	Pokhara to Kathmandu.
		After breakfast at Pokhara transfer to Tourist bus stand and departure to Kathmandu or any other destination as your program. Check in to the hotel at Kathmandu.

Day 17	:	Departure
		After breakfast, transfer to international airport as per return flight schedule or proceed for further program.

Package Cost

Rs. 60,000.00 per head

Package Cost Includes

At Kathmandu, airport - hotel - airport pick up and drop by private car or vehicle as per group size.
03 Nights accommodation at Kathmandu at deluxe category hotel (2-3 Stars) on bed and Breakfast basis.
Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur city sightseeing by private vehicle with city tour guide.
Kathmandu - Pokhara transfer by tourist Bus.
03 Nights accommodation at Pokhara at deluxe category hotel (2-3 Stars) on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Pokhara city sightseeing by private vehicle with guide.
Pokhara - Nayapul (trekking starting point) - Pokhara local transfer by Private VAN.
11 days trekking with three meals in a day, a porter for 2 persons' luggage, a guide, Accommodation on trekkers' lodge and guest houses & Annapurna conservation fee.
Pokhara - Kathmandu transfer by tourist bus.
All related taxes and service charge.

Package Cost Excludes

BLR-KTM-BLR flight charges approx. between Rs.15,000 to Rs.22,000 if flight
Travel Insurance
Lunch and Dinner at Kathmandu and Pokhara
Any personal nature cost, Beverages
Hot and Mineral water
Any types’ soft drinks
Entry fees of different sightseeing places at Kathmandu and Pokhara are about (20 US $ per person in total) & Tips.

Risk and Liabilities:

We will endeavor to make your program smooth and as pleasant as possible. However the entire programs of trekking are on the ranges of great mountains. Therefore, Akka Adventures or any related organizations shall not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstance and natural disasters such as land slide, road blockage, flood, snowing, cancellation of flight and delay, any types of sickness including altitude sickness. Any extra cost including there shall be borne by trekkers themselves.

Insurance:

Full trekking and travel insurance coverage for medicine, rescue evacuation, loss of belongs, and trip cancellation is strongly recommended.

Bring the following items with you:

Woolen gloves, Balaclava, Sun hat, Thermal wear, Water bottle, Woolen socks, Towel, Light Jacket, Down-Jacket, Sunglasses, Sun and cold cream, Torch with extra batteries / bulbs, Raincoat, Paper Soap, Sweater, Shirt / T-shirt, Trekking shoes, trekking stick, flip- flop, persons medicines and bandages ETC - as required.

Optional Program:

River Rafting, Package tour to Pokhara, Jungle Safari, Mountain Fight, Paragliding, Bungy Jump and mores.

We assure a Fun, Safe and Secure journey with personal care...