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ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY TREK SANCTUARY ANNAPURNA Annapurna Sanctuary Trek FITWAYS Information Pack TRAINING and EXPEDITION EXPERTS ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY TREK Annapurna Sanctuary Trek FITWAYS Information Pack TRAINING AND EXPEDITION EXPERTS Trip Description This expedition takes you on a journey into the breathtaking peaks of the Annapurna region in Central Nepal. It gives UK travellers the unique opportunity to get into the heart of the Himalayas in just two weeks of holidays. One of the draws of this trek is the rich diversity of birds, animals and plants in the region. As the altitude increases we will encounter sub-tropical lowlands, rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, desert plateaus and glacial terrain. Annapurna Base Camp itself is set in an astonishing natural amphitheatre, with stunning 360° views of soaring peaks, and of course the mighty Annapurna itself, the 10th highest mountain on the planet. Climate Days: 14 (10 days of trekking) Daytime temperature will vary from about 28°C/80°F to 35°C/95°F at lower altitudes to about 10°C/50°F at Daily walking time: 3 to 7 hours higher altitudes. During the evening, night and early Altitude: 4200m morning, the temperature will be considerably lower, and may drop to freezing or a few degrees below. Grade: Medium Snow may be encountered at any time of year. Who suits this trek: Anyone’s welcome Clothing In Nepalese culture, it is considered inappropriate to on this trek including newcomers to wear tight, skimpy or revealing clothing. Whilst long trekking, just keep in mind that some of shorts are acceptable, it’s a simple matter of applying common sense and being sensitive to the culture. the walking days can be long. The most important thing you’ll need is a positive For trip dates and prices please visit our website: mental attitude! www.fitwaysadvetures.co.uk Want to do it your way? How to book your flights If you have a group size of 4 or more people, and have Although much less likely than flight delays, landslides ideas for a different itinerary just get in touch with us may delay our return by bus to Kathmandu from and we’ll be happy to discuss possibilities. Pokhara. To avoid problems book a flexi return flight from Kathmandu or ensure your travel insurance Don’t want to leave? covers delays. You book your flights so you can set the dates, if you want to extend your trip feel free. For booking international flights we recommend www.skyscanner.net as an easy flight searching site. FITWAYS t 07591 076066 e [email protected] www.fitwaysadventures.co.uk ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY TREK Itinerary Where Do We Go? Trip Description To ensure you can enjoy this experience in just 2 weeks holiday, the trip starts in Kathmandu on a Sunday and ends on a Saturday morning, giving you sufficient time to return to the UK for the following week. If you’re able to arrive into Kathmandu before Sunday, you‘ll have the opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of Nepal’s capital city. Day 1 – Arriving in Kathmandu Kathmandu is the vibrant capital of Nepal, jam packed with temples, taxis and tea-stalls. You will be greeted at the airport and driven by shuttle to the hotel, which is a tranquil oasis in this frenetic city. You’ll then have a chance to meet your fellow trekkers and get to know the Fitways Adventures team. You’ll have a briefing from your Group Leader, ensuring that everyone is properly equipped for the trek and giving you an overview of the adventure ahead. Your brief stop in Kathmandu will give you the chance to collect any equipment you need before we head out to Pokhara (gateway to the Annapurna region) the following day. Day 4 – Tolka to Jhinu Danda (1750m) Please note that any luggage not required for the trek can The days trek starts descending a long stone staircase be left at the hotel in Kathmandu free of charge. to a river crossing. We’ll climb through forests with the Modi Khola (river) far below, reaching the Gurung Day 2 – Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara village of Landruk (the Gurung people migrated to We’ll be taking a private vehicle on this scenic, 7-hour Nepal from Mongolia in the 6th century) Heading up drive. After an hour’s stop for lunch we’ll continue to the Modi valley we reach the lodges at Jinu Danda, Pokhara, a lively lakeside town in Central Nepal known perched on a ridge. for its spectacular panorama of the Central Himalaya. The Annapurnas, Machhapuchhari and Manaslu Note, there are hot springs a 20 minute walk from Jhinu dominate the skyline. After settling into your hotel, Danda. Remember to bring your swimming costume. you’ll have the opportunity to take a lakeside walk or Walking time: 4.5-6 hours, with 460 meters of ascent pick up any last minute supplies. and 450 meters of descent Day 3 – Start of Trek – Phedi to Tolka (1790m) Day 5 – Jhinu Danda to Bamboo (2310m) Following an early breakfast, we’ll take a 1hr drive The day starts climbing to peaceful Chomrong; have a to Phedi (a small roadside village) where we’ll start cup of tea on one of the hillside patios overlooking the the trek. Following an uphill forest trail leading into mountains. From here you can see Annapurna South, open fields, we’ll then climb to a ridge at 1700m with Hiunchuli and Machapuchare soaring into the sky. We fantastic mountain views. Continuing along the ridge then descend to a river and climb back up through we’ll be rewarded with some spectacular views of Mt forests of bamboo, rhododendrons and oak, finally Machapuchari (known as the ‘Fishtail Mountain’). reaching the secluded lodges at Bamboo. Walking time: 4-5 hours, with 1040 metres of ascent Walking time: 5.5 – 7 hours, with 1010 meters of ascent and 380 metres of descent and 515 meters of descent FITWAYS t 07591 076066 e [email protected] www.fitwaysadventures.co.uk ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY TREK Itinerary Continued & General Info Itinerary Continued Day 6 – Bamboo to Himalayan Hotel (2840m) Day 10 – Himalayan Hotel to Chhomrong A steep climb through bamboo forests takes us to (2210m) the village of Doban. You’ll often see locals cutting the Walking through the many valleys can be hard work, bamboo to use for mats and porters’ baskets. We’ll after descending back into Doban we then climb then cross an avalanche chute and a rocky landslide straight back up to Chomrong. into dense forest, reaching the Himalayan Hotel. Walking time: 5-7 hours, with 1150 meters of descent Walking time: 2-3 hours, with 550 meters of ascent and 515 meters of ascent Day 7 – Himalayan Hotel to Machhapuchhare Day 11 – Chhomrong to Ghandruk (1990m) Base Camp (3700m) On this day we’ll split from our original path and head We’ll be starting on a forest trail that heads up a ravine towards Gandruk. The path takes us past the potato and over boulders to the teahouses at Deorali. The and wheat fields of Taglung, and down a long decent path climbs up the wide valley with the entrance to to a fork in the trail to Gandruk, an extremely pretty Annapurna Sanctuary visible overhead. Following the settlement of Gurung houses. Tread through the maze Modi Khola River we’ll arrive at Machapuchare Base of stone paths dodging the chickens to get to our lodge Camp, this is a short day to allow for acclimatisation, overlooking the mountains. but that’s no bad thing. Sit outside with a cup of tea Waking time: 3 – 41/2 hours, with 780 meters of and soak up the incredible panorama of Hiunchuli, descent and 490 meters of ascent Annapurna 1, Annapurna 3, Gangapurna and Machapuchare. Day 12 – Ghandruk to Naya Pul Walking time: 3-4 hours, with 870 meters of ascent We’ll meet the bus in Naya Pul and make the 2½hr drive back to Pokhara and to civilisation – this can be a Day 8 – Machhapuchhare Base Camp to rather strange but welcome adjustment. After arriving Annapurna Base Camp (4200m) at our hotel, we will leave our trekking kit behind and The final stretch up to Annapurna Base Camp is get ready for a celebratory night out with the team. another short walk, but can’t be done at speed Walking time: 4-5 hours, with 1010 meters of descent because of the altitude. It’s a steady, enjoyable walk up the valley and into the sanctuary itself. You’ll have Day 13 – Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu time to relax in the afternoon: admire the views, go for Internal flights in Nepal are often subject to delays/ a wander or sit in the teahouse with some high altitude cancellations and can therefore affect your international pizza and applie pie, who would have guessed it? The departure. In order to ensure that our clients don’t have clouds can come in here during the day, but you can these problems, we return to Kathmandu overland. usually bank on a clear morning, and if you stay up late take a peek outside in the dark, the night skies are Day 14 – Return to the UK really something to see. With the lack of atmosphere Following breakfast at the hotel, we can arrange countless pinprick stars that are normally hidden to transport for you to the airport or if you have made the naked eye appear. arrangements to stay in Kathmandu, we would be Walking time: 11/2 – 2 hours, with 500 meters of more than happy to give you suggestions of places to ascent visit & things to see.
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