This is one of our most popular trips combining the Annapurna Trek and Chitwan Safari, and offers some of the best walking in the Annapurnas. We include the Pokhara Valley with its panoramic views of Machapuchare and the Annapurna massif, picturesque Gurung villages of the hills and the rhododendron-forested ridge lines that provide stunning vantage points for views of the highest peaks. The views of the Himalaya from Gandrung are among the regions best. The Annapurna Trek will appeal to those trekkers who wish to experience the diversity that Nepal can offer.
The fascinating village life of diverse ethnic groups, walking through lush forests and the beauty of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges are highlights of this trek. We experience these highlights while staying at low altitudes where the temperatures remain moderate. The trek pace is relaxed to ensure that the trek is comfortably achievable by trekkers of average fitness for their age but as you would expect, there are uphill sections.
We believe this to be the best 6 day trek in the Annapurna's. A fitting finale is our stay at Chitwan where we explore the jungle in search of the diverse wildlife on canoe, foot and elephant back. Our return to vibrant Kathmandu completes this exciting journey. |
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| FACTS: |
| • | 13-day trip |
| • | 7-day trek |
| • | 3 nights hotel, 7 nights camping, 2 nights jungle lodge |
| • | Start/finish in Kathmandu |
| • | Includes one domestic flight (Kathmandu/Pokhara) |
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| HIGHLIGHTS: |
| • | Tour of Patan & Bhaktapur |
| • | Stunning views of Annapurna South and Machapuchare |
| • | Exploring Hindu villages and pristine forests |
| • | Elephant-back safari in search of rhino and the Bengal tiger |
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| ACTIVITY LEVEL: |
| • | Introductory |
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| ITINERARY IN BRIEF: |
| Day 1: |
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Arrive in Kathmandu |
| Day 2: |
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In Kathmandu-sightseeing Kathmandu Valley |
| Day 3: |
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Fly to Pokhara, begin trek |
| Day 4: |
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To Landrung |
| Day 5: |
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To Chomrong |
| Day 6: |
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To Ghandruk |
| Day 7: |
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To Naya Pul |
| Day 8: |
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To Bhadure |
| Day 9: |
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To Naudanda; transfer by road to Pokhara |
| Day 10: |
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Drive from Pokhara to Chitwan |
| Day 11: |
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In Chitwan National Park |
| Day 12: |
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Drive to Kathmandu |
| Day 13: |
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In Kathmandu, trip concludes |
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