Annapurna sanctuary trek itinerary
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival and Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu 1350m.
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, Pick up and transfer to the designated hotel in Thamel. The hotel is clean and comfortable comprised of Pillow, blankets, towels, Balcony, TV, and Air conditioning. The rest of the time is free
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara and overnight at Hotel. 810m/7hrs (optional: By flight)
After having breakfast at the Hotel, Drive to Pokhara by Tourist bus which will take about 7 hours for a 200km drive. Go through the Prithivi Highway passing a small village, overlooking the white water rafting and diverse landscape to Pokhara. Arrival and transfer to Hotel. Pokhara is a beautiful lake city, enjoy the lake cruise and experience the local markets.
Accommodation: Hotel
Melas: Breakfast
Expro. Time taken: 7 hrs
Distance: 200 km
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk, 2012m| 8.5km/4hrs
After having the short drive to Nayapul (you have to register your ACAP permit and TIMS-Card), your adventure will begin. Walking through the terraced fields, villages. The first part of the trek is easy but the last part is uphill. Arrival and check in Hotel.
Meals: Full Board plan.
Accommodation: Mountain Guest House
Expro. Time taken: 4 hrs.
Distance: 8.5 km.
Day 04: Ghandruk Trek to Sinuwa 2340m |12 km/6hrs
Ghandruk village is a beautiful village that offers the local culture, typical villages, eye to eye-catching Mountain views. The walking trails are ups and down through the well-maintained path. Lunch will be served along the trek route between 12 to 1 pm.
Meals: Full board plan
Accommodation: Mountain Guest House
Expro. Time taken: 6 hrs
Distance: 12 km.
Day 05: Sinuwa Trek to Deurali, 3200m|14 km/6hrs
Walking through Rhododendron forest and Bamboo forest with the noise of the Modi River and chirping birds leads you to Deurali. Along the way, you will pass Bamboo, Dovan, and Himalayan Hotel, and the Hinco cave. Overnight at Mountain Guest House.
Meals: Full board plan
Accommodation: Mountain Guest House
Expro. Time taken: 7 hrs
Distance cover: 14 Km
Day 06: Deurali Trek to Annapurna Sanctuary 4130m|9km/5 hrs.
Deurali is located on the lap of the Himalayas just above the tree line. After having breakfast you will begin your journey to Machhapuchre Base camp takes about 3 hrs and you will have a Lunch break. The Annapurna Sanctuary is very close to here, however, due to the elevation you will be walking very slowly on the well-maintained path. Once you reached base camp then you will have a great chance to experience the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas including Annapurna I, Machhapuchre, and many more. It is a Natural amphitheater surrounded by Himalayan ranges. After Dinner enjoy with moonlight and twinkling stars!
Accommodation: Mountain Guest House
Meals: Full Board Plan
Expro. Time taken: 5 Hours
Distance cover: 9 km
Day 07: Annapurna Sanctuary Trek back to Dovan 14km | 7 hrs | 2500m
Today wake up early morning about 5 am and enjoy the sunrise view, the sunlight changes its mountain color into Gold and white in the noon, and after looking around trek back to Dovan. The way to Dovan is all downhill and takes about 6 to 7 hours. Walking downhill will be easier and quicker due to the air pressure.
Accommodation: Mountain Guest House
Meals: Full Board Plan
Expro. Time taken: 7 Hours
Distance cover: 14 km
Day 08: Dovan Trek to Jhinu Danda-1780m| 14km./6 hrs.
Today you will be walking mostly downhill until Bamboo and uphill to Sinuwa and descend to Chumrung Khola and up to Chumrung in the shadows of Rhododendron forest and Bamboo forest. Chhumrung to Jhinu Danda is a short downhill that takes about 1 hrs then take a room and head to Natural Hot Spring for the bathe. Enjoy your n=bathe at Hot Spring and enjoy your evening at Jhinudanda.
Accommodation: Mountain Guest House
Meals: Full Board Plan
Expro. Time taken: 6 Hours
Distance cover: 14 km
Day 09: Trek and drive to Pokhara (4km walking and 52 km drive to Pokhara)
Today is the last day of your trek in the Mountains, Trek about 1 hour to Siwai and take a bus to Pokhara. Arrive and check into Hotel and enjoy Pokhara!
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Expro. Time taken: 5 Hours
Distance cover: 52 km
Day 10: Fly back to Kathmandu
This is a scenic flight half an-hour flight over a mountain, lakes, and beautiful landscapes. There are several flights to Kathmandu. The flight starts from 7 am till 8 pm on the different airlines. Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to the hotel. Evening farewell dinner!
Day 11: Final departure.
Today is the final day of your Nepal adventure. Global Adventure company will drop you at Kathmandu International Airport for your final departure at your preferred time. Remember room check-out time is 12:00 noon