Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

Duration: 15 Days | 2 Reviews

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek takes you to some of the most coveted vantage points in the Annapurna region- Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp. This journey to the base of the South face of Annapurna I (8,091m, 10th highest mountain) traverses through beautiful mountain landscapes, rhododendron forests and picturesque cultural villages among other attractions.

We start our 15-day-long Annapurna Sanctuary Trek begins with a sightseeing tour of several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Visiting these religious and cultural sites in Kathmandu helps you get a grip on what Nepalese culture is all about. We drive to Pokhara the next day and start the trek officially from the following the day. We can divide this trek into two sections; Trek to Poon Hill and Trek to Annapurna Base Camp.

The first of the trek takes you to one of the most coveted vantage points in Annapurna region- Poon Hill. We trek through spellbinding rhododendron forests accompanied by a procession of yaks and donkeys from time to time and mountain views all the while to reach Ghorepani. From Ghorepani, it is a 1-hour uphill climb to Poon Hill the next morning before dawn.

We will enjoy the sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, Mt. Machapuchhre (fishtail) and dozens of other mountains. It is a truly enlightening moment. The next part of the trek is the journey to Annapurna Base Camp. It takes us four days to reach the base camp from Ghorepani. We traverse through another section of the rhododendron forest trail- Chomrong to Deurali.

We cross Machhapuchhre Base Camp at 37,00 m to arrive at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) crossing Annapurna Sanctuary on our way.The Annapurna Sanctuary is an oval-shaped plateau over 4,000 meters surrounded by the mountains in Annapurna range. The only entrance is a narrow valley between Mt. Hiunchuli and Mt. Machhapuchhre. Surrounded by mountains over 7,000 m on all sides, the sanctuary receives only seven hours of sunlight a day.

Once at the Annapurna Base Camp, you can enjoy the 360-degree panoramic view of some of the world’s highest mountains including Annapurna I’s south face. Annapurna Sanctuary Trek-15 Days are for those who want to take their time and enjoy their journey to the Annapurna Base Camp. For those seeking a shorter trek in the Annapurna region, Annapurna Base Camp-14 Days and Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek-9 Days are ideal.

Trip Highlights:

The trip starts with exploring some of the UNESCO Heritage Sites in Kathmandu including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Swayambhunath among others.
Chill in The City of Lake enjoying the serene beauty of the Phewa Lake.
Explore different villages inhabited by different castes like Gurung and Magar, getting to know their culture a little better.
Soak in the beauty of different mountains including Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri(8,167 m) and Machhapuchhre throughout the trek.
Watch the golden hour from Poon Hill; the sun rising over the Himalayas and unobstructed 360-degree views of the mountains
Explore the Annapurna Base Camp; enjoy the close- up views of Annapurna I(8,091m), Annapurna II, Annapurna III(7,555m), Annapurna South(7,219m), Machhapuchhre(6,993m), and Hiunchuli(6,441m) among others.
Trek through the quiet urban areas passing by lush rhododendron forest with mountains on the backdrop

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Explore UNESCO sites in Kathmandu and trek preparation.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara, stroll around lakeside.
Day 04: Drive to Nayapul (1010m) and trek to Ulleri.
Day 05: Trek Ulleri to Ghorepani.
Day 06: Trek Ghorepani to Tadapani with a visit to Poon Hill.
Day 07: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong.
Day 08: Trek Chhomrong to Bamboo.
Day 09: Trek Bamboo to Deurali.
Day 10: Trek Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp via Machhapuchhre Base Camp(3700m).
Day 11: Trek Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo.
Day 12: Trek Bamboo to Jhinu Danda.
Day 13: Trek Jhinu Danda - Nayapul to Pokhara: 1-hour drive.
Day 14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Day 15: Farewell, flights home.

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Cost Includes

Arrival and Departure transfer by private tourist vehicle.
2 nights’ accommodation in a standard twin shared room at a three-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
2 nights’ accommodation in a standard twin shared room at a two-star hotel in Pokhara with breakfast.
Best available twin sharing Teahouse or lodge accommodation during the trek
Private, round-trip land transportation between Pokhara and Nayapul
Surface transfer between Pokhara and Kathmandu by tourist bus
Kathmandu city tours, including of all entry fees, tour guide and private vehicle
Full board meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
Government licensed, English speaking guide trained in wilderness first aid
Porters to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
Assistant trekking guides walking with the group to support as necessary (1 assistant guide for 4 trekkers)
Staff costs including their, Food, salary, accommodation, transportation and medicine.
Insurance covering all staff, including porters as per state law.
Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
Annapurna Conservation Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
Complimentary Adventure Club Trek T-shirt, and trekking map
Duffel bag for trekking.
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
Travel and rescue arrangement (helicopter evacuation is available if needed - at an additional cost)
All Government and Local taxes

Cost Excludes

Nepal visa (USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days)
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
International air fares/flights (fares and flights can be arranged upon the request)
Personal expenses (alcoholic drinks, bottled water, cold drinks)
Personal travel insurance and medical bills
Personal trekking equipment
Tips for guide, porters, and drivers (tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)

Clients Reviews

Kike P
Spain Published: Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Experienced in my life is an awesome place
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I recently made the trek and has been a wonderful experience. All perfectly organized my guide Sonam is now a friend he took care of me e very moment . so i have always felt in good hands and safe and you have to know i made the trek in winter(february) full of snow! . The views in the sanctuary are for sure the best I've experienced in my life is an awesome place. I recommend it one hundred percent and I recommend this company . It is very important to have a good adventure partner if you want to go to the himalaya! Thanks for all!
RichardMcKe
United States Published: Monday, November 30, -0001

Wonderful help in planning my time Nepal
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I arrived in Kathmandu with my itinerary for the next 2 weeks all planned out. Birendra looked over it carefully and helped me rearrange it to me more realistic. Because of his experience and knowledge of the country he knew that it would be an extreme hassle to get from point A to point B in one day, so he convinced me to give up on point B and substitute another destination. I was very thankful for this change because otherwise I would have been very close to the epicenter of the earthquake. After the earthquake Birendra kept constantly in touch with me to be sure that I was not having any problems. He did this while taking care of his frightened family and leading a grassroots effort to build sturdy shelters for people whose houses were destroyed! If I could I would rate Birendra at beyond excellent as a travel guide and trip planner!

Note: Your safety is of the utmost concern whilst you are traveling with Adventure Club Trek. We will make every effort possible to follow the original itinerary but we reserve the right to change that itinerary if a segment of it becomes a safety issue. Certain mountain regions are remote, natural disasters can happen, weather conditions can decline and there can be illness or an injury. To avoid dangerous situations we may occasionally have to make changes to the itinerary to ensure everyone’s safety. That having been said, Adventure Club Trek will strive to provide you with the best possible trekking experience and to keep your safety our number one priority. We thank you for your understanding.

Pre-Trip Meeting

Prior to all the treks and expeditions, Adventure Club Trek hosts a pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The primary purpose of the meeting is to provide an opportunity for individuals to ask questions about the forthcoming trek and to introduce other team members. The meeting covers topics as diverse as personal equipment and acclimatization and usually involves a hike and some skills training. Pre-trip meeting is very important in order to have a better preparation of the trekking.

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Fixed Departures and Cost

The quoted costs are per person but don't include International flights if you are a single person and want to be in a group you can join our fixed departure schedule if the schedule dates are not suitable for you, please contact us, and we will be happy to customize our trips to suit your needs. If any individuals/group don't want to join our other group, we can comply with your wishes and requirements. We are ground operators Himalayan destinations and can arrange your trip to suit your dates and choices.

Available - Trip is available to run if minimum group size is filled
Guaranteed - Trip is Guaranteed to run
Limited - Only a few spaces available

Trip Dates	Availability	Price
December 15, 2018 December 29, 2018	Available	US$ 1019
December 19, 2018 January 02, 2019	Available	US$ 999
December 22, 2018 January 05, 2019	Available	US$ 999
December 25, 2018 January 08, 2019	Available	US$ 999
December 31, 2018 January 14, 2019	Available	US$ 999

PRICE FROM US$ 999 (Per Person)

Trip Duration 15 Days
Destination Nepal
Trip Difficulty Moderate
Trip Style Tea House Trek
Accomodation Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara and teahouses during the trek