In summary
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Sports
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Duration13 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationHimalaya / Annapurnas
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions208 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
English
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
In a few words
From the gentle charm of Pokhara , with its rhododendron forests, bamboo groves, and terraced fields, to the breathtaking spectacle of the high mountains at the foot of the Annapurnas ... this trek in Nepal traverses the diverse landscapes of the Himalayas. In the heart of Nepal , the Annapurna Sanctuary is a unique site, a gigantic amphitheater facing over 3,000 meters of peaks and glaciers . Perched at 4,130 meters, you'll savor a breathtaking 360° view of the 13 summits of the Annapurna massif . This is the highlight of the trek. However, from the very first day, you'll be hiking with Machapuchare (6,993 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), and Annapurna IV (7,525 m) in your sights. Bathing in the hot springs at Jhinu Danda, crossing villages embraced by terraced crops, hidden paths in the heart of a gigantic bamboo grove , walking through a rhododendron forest, stopping at the sumptuous Gurung village of Gandruk... This trek offers all the pleasures and emotions of the Nepalese Himalayas.
The highlights
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A trek to discover the most beautiful facets of Nepal on foot, without climbing too high!
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A wide variety of landscapes: rice paddies, villages, forests, glaciers.
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Traditional villages and encounters throughout the trek.
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
In figures
Autre
- Average duration/day: 4h30
- Average daily elevation gain: 423 m
- Average daily descent: 500 m
Management
During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages spoken:
English
English
Supervisor
Supervisor
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by a local English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout your trip. If you prefer, a French-speaking guide is available for an additional fee.
Program
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Hotel pick-up and transfer
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
You will be met at Kathmandu airport and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you will explore the old streets of Kathmandu and get a first glimpse of Nepalese life.Day 1 -
Kathmandu to Kande route then trek to Australian Camp (2060m)
- Transportation 07h
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Early in the morning after breakfast, you set off for Kande. Leaving Kathmandu at the Thankot Pass (1400m), you get your first glimpse of the Ganesh Himal (7400m), Langtang (7200m), and Manaslu (8163m) massifs. You cross several valleys and follow the Trishuli and Marsyangdi rivers to enter the Pokhara Valley, located at the foot of the Annapurnas. You continue along the road to Kande, the starting point of your trek to Annapurna Base Camp. For this first leg, you walk along a pleasant, if somewhat steep, trail that leads to Australian Camp, your overnight stop, from where you have a breathtaking view of the region's most magnificent peaks: Machapuchare (6993m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna II (7937m), and Annapurna IV (7525m). See Option for the Kathmandu - Pokhara journey in a private vehicle.Day 2 -
Australian Camp - Landruk (1565 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Beautiful climb up to the Deurali pass (2100 m), on a path covered with a dense forest of rhododendrons and sandalwood, then descent to the village of Landruk with superb views of Annapurna South (7219 m) and Hinchuli (6441 m).Day 3 -
Landruk - Jhinu Danda (1780 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 300 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You cross the Modi Khola on a suspension bridge. Lunch at Jhinu Danda (1780 m) after a somewhat steep half-hour climb. Relaxing afternoon in the hot springs. Take time to unwind in the Jhinu Danda hot springs – a delight for hikers!Day 4 -
Jhinu Danda - Bamboo (2325 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You begin the day with a somewhat steep climb to Chomrong (2170 m), one of the largest villages in the region, offering stunning views of Annapurna South, Hinchuli, and Machapuchare. You continue to Sinuwa (2360 m) for lunch. In the afternoon, you pass through a beautiful rainforest before entering the bamboo grove of the Bamboo Lodge.Day 5 -
Bambou - Deurali (3200 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 900 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Today you continue your ascent of the Modi Khola valley, following its right bank, facing Machhapuchhre, which the valley proudly overlooks. At around 3000 meters altitude, the vegetation begins to give way to the mineral landscape of high altitude... You will spend the night in Deurali (3200 m).Day 6 -
Deurali - Machapuchare Base Camp - Annapurna Sanctuary
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 930 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Today you reach your goal: the Annapurna I South Base Camp and the Annapurna Sanctuary! You set off early in the morning and gradually ascend to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, where you have lunch. From here, the Annapurna Sanctuary is just a short hour and a half walk away. You arrive at Annapurna I Base Camp, perched on a glacial moraine at 4,130 meters. You then enter the sacred realm of the Annapurna Sanctuary, a true legend of Himalayan mountaineering... You are in a vast glacial cirque, surrounded by the south face of Annapurna I (8,091 m) to the north, Bhak Chuli (7,647 m) to the east, and the north face of Annapurna South (7,219 m). A truly magical moment!Day 7 -
Annapurna Sanctuary - Bamboo (2325 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Negative elevation 1800 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In the morning, you'll enjoy the splendid sunrise over the Sanctuary. After breakfast, you'll begin the long descent to Bamboo.Day 8 -
Bamboo - Chomrong (2170 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 700 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You'll hike for about four hours to reach Chomrong, a beautiful Gurung village facing Annapurna South and Machapuchare. Along the way, you'll stop in the village of Sinuwa where a Gurung family will welcome you for lunch. Warmth and laughter guaranteed!Day 9 -
Chomrong - Gandrung (1950 m)
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h30
- Positive elevation gain 200 m
- Negative elevation 350 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After a few short ascents and descents, you cross the Khimrung stream. The trail climbs through a beautiful forest to the village of Khimring, where you have lunch before continuing the trek to Gandrung, a charming Gurung village with traditional dry-stone houses. There are superb views of Annapurna and Machapuchare.Day 10 -
Gandrung - Pokhara
- Activity Autre
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Negative elevation 850 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Descent to Birethanti (1100m) to reach the road, then transfer by bus to Pokhara, a small town located on the shores of Phewa Lake. Free afternoon in Pokhara. Option to take a boat trip on the lake.Day 11 -
Road to Kathmandu
- Transportation 06h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Early departure for Kathmandu. The journey between Pokhara and Kathmandu can be made by private transport or plane (see options).Day 12 -
End of stay
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Kathmandu airport. End of stay. It is possible to extend your stay in Kathmandu (please contact us for pricing).Day 13
Note
The program was established based on the latest information available at the time of writing; unforeseen circumstances are always possible, and situations beyond our control may alter its course. Depending on weather and operational conditions, your support team reserves the right to modify this itinerary to best ensure the smooth running of the trip and your safety. Also for safety reasons, the support team and organizers reserve the right to interrupt your participation if your technical level and/or physical condition do not meet the required standards. Under no circumstances will this interruption give rise to a refund or compensation.
Accommodation
- Days 1 to 12
- Nights in a hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara in a double room
- Nights spent in lodges during the trek. Nepalese houses adapted to accommodate hikers. While not hotels, they allow you to trek even at altitude in comfortable conditions: bed, mattress, table and chairs, toilet... Hot showers are available for a fee in some lodges.
Access
Departure
Aéroport De Katmandou
Day 1
End of stay
Aéroport De Katmandou
Day 13
Go to the starting point
The nearest airport isAéroport de Katmandou
Price details
The price includes
- All transfers according to the program
- Hotel or lodge accommodation with breakfast
- English-speaking staff for the entire trek (French-speaking guide optional)
- The trekking team: assistants and porters
- Trekking permits and local taxes
- Staff insurance
The price does not include
- International flights
- The Nepalese visa
- Meals (lunches and dinners)
- Sightseeing / Entrance fees to Kathmandu
- Repatriation insurance, helicopter, medical, hospital...
- Drinks
- Anything not listed under “Price includes”
Options
- Single room : CHF82.33 / unit
- Full board : CHF123.50 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a double room (before the stay) : CHF36.59 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a single room (before the stay) : CHF59.46 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a double room (after the stay) : CHF36.59 / unit
- Additional night in Kathmandu - In a single room (after the stay) : CHF59.46 / unit
- French-speaking guide : CHF146.37 / unit
- Private transfers : CHF109.78 / unit
- Domestic flight : CHF150.94 / unit
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (
For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the date of departure; remember to regularly consult the official websites https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/afrique-du-sud .
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
A 90L trekking bag will be provided to you upon your arrival on site.
Equipment to bring
- Telescopic hiking poles
- Sleeping bag (comfort temperature -5/-10°C)
- Headlamp and spare batteries
- One 1.5 litre water bottle or two equivalent ones (camel bag or rigid water bottles)
- Water filter or tablets for water treatment
- Toiletries (preferably biodegradable products)
- Quick-drying towel
- Biodegradable cleaning wipes
- Sunglasses with a high protection rating
- High protection sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer
- Tissues
- Toilet paper
- Books, card games... to keep busy at the end of the day
Note: Some equipment can be rented on-site (sleeping bag, down jacket, crampons, etc.). Expect to pay around €35 per item for a 2-week trip and €50 for 3 weeks (payable locally). If you wish to rent one or more items of equipment before your departure, please let us know so our local team can ensure everything is available upon your arrival. Feel free to contact us for more information.
Clothing to bring
Appropriate mountain trekking gear is essential for this trip. Please note that temperatures can vary from +30°C at the base to -10°C at the summit.
- Cap or hat
- Scarf or neck warmer
- Warm hat and gloves
- Synthetic material T-shirt
- Thermal underwear (for evenings or days at high altitude)
- Warm fleece jacket
- Windproof, waterproof and breathable jacket
- Compact down-type jacket (for breaks or evenings)
- Comfortable walking pants
- Walking socks
- Sturdy and comfortable mountain hiking boots
- Light shoes for the evening
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Gaëtan
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november 2024
Alone
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Translated from French
Published on 05/12/2024
A wonderful stay. The local staff were incredibly friendly, and it was hard to leave them. The trek was easy but very beautiful and definitely a change of scenery. I think it's possible to find something similar for a bit less locally, but the comfort of having everything organized (and well!) is priceless. You should definitely go. It's a truly beautiful life experience.
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Fanny
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november 2024
In a couple
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Superb experience! Superb local team: porters, guide, and assistant guide were always smiling and very helpful. Beautiful trek, small group, accommodation and meals better than we expected.
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Lucie
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october 2024
Among friends
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Translated from French
Published on 08/11/2024
This experience in Nepal was exceptional. The landscapes, the encounters, the trek, the food... Everything was incredible. We thank the local team who accompanied us during these two weeks; they were perfect.
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Based in Kathmandu, our local partner specializes in nature and adventure travel in Nepal. They guarantee high-quality service thanks to experienced teams trained to the highest standards. Their advisors, Buddhi and Anup, are French-speaking guides with twenty years of field experience. They use their expertise to create tailor-made itineraries. On the ground, a dedicated support team upholds these values to offer an authentic Nepalese experience.
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