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Annapurna Sanctuary

Annapurna Sanctuary (ITHAST)

Duration: 16 days (may vary)
Areas: Nepal
Tour types: History & Culture, Nature & Wildlife, Walking & Trekking

Description

Quite simply one of the best treks you’ll ever make . . . . A hike into the dazzling natural amphitheatre formed by the staggeringly beautiful peaks of the giants Annapurna 1, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Fang and the fishtail peak of Machapuchare. Although there is only one entrance to the sanctuary itself, we follow less used approach and exit routes.

Tour itinerary

Day 1,KATHMANDU

Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 2,KATHMANDU

Morning walking tour of the market area of Asan, Durbar Square and Swayambunath Temple

Day 3,BIRETHANTI (1,000m)

Drive to Pokhara then continue to the pleasant riverside village of Birethanti at the edge of the Annapurna trekking region.Approx 7 hours driving

Day 4,BANTHANTI (2,300m)

Our first day on the trail, we trek through oak and rhododendron forests and follow the Bhurungdi Khola to Banthanti. Approx 6 hours trekking

Day 5,GHOREPANI (2,850m)

We continue along the Bhurungdi Khola and ascend Ulleri Hill, eventually arriving at Ghorepani where there are perfect views of the Annapurna range. Approx 3 hours trekking

Day 6,POON HILL - TADAPANI (2,600m)

Rise early to climb up Poon Hill to watch a magnificent sunrise over the Himalayas. We then continue to Tadapani, trekking through open grassland and deep forests. On the way there are excellent views of Annapurna South and the Manaslu range. Approx 6 hours trekking

Day 7,CHOMRONG (2,000m)

A lovely day of walking as we continue to Chomrong. Approx 6 hours trekking  

Day 8,DOBAN (2,500m)

We continue uphill to Doban. Approx 6 hours trekking

Day 9,MACHAPUCHARE BASE CAMP (MBC) (3,600m)

A hard day trekking as we ascend through the gates of the sanctuary to Machapuchare Base Camp. (3,600m) Approx 5 hours trekking

Day 10,ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP (ABC) (4,100m)

We continue our exploration of the sanctuary and ascend to the Annapurna Base Camp. Approx 4 hours trekking

Day 11,BAMBOO (2,500m)

Retracing our steps, we return along the only route to Bamboo. Approx 7 hours trekking

Day 12,JHINU (1,750m)

Descend to Chomrong and continue to Jhinu hot spring where we can enjoy a hot spring bath. Approx. 6 hours trekking  

Day 13,POTANA (1,600m)

Our last full day trekking, we follow the route to the village of Potana. Approx 7 hours trekking

Day 14,PHEDI - POKHARA

A short morning trek to pick up our vehicle for the journey to Pokhara. Rest of the day at leisure in this beautiful lakeside city. Approx 3 hours trekking and 45 mins driving

Day 15,KATHMANDU

Drive back to Kathmandu.Approx 6 hous driving

Day 16,KATHMANDU

Tour ends.

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