Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu [1,338m/4,389ft].
Upon your
arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport you will transfer to the hotel by
our airport representative. After your freshness we will have talk about
your trekking plan in the hotel or our office. You will meet your guide also.
You can ask your question about the trek. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02:
Sightseeing Tours around Kathmandu
Valley.
After your
breakfast we will start sightseeing tour with our excellent tour guide.
Including Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple (Swyambhunath
Stupa), Kathmandu Durbar Squre, Patan Durbar Squre etc. In the tour you have to
chances to learn historical, cultural and traditional background of Nepal.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03:
Drive/Flight to Pokhara [823m/2,700ft].
Today
morning we leave to Pokhara, which takes 6-7 hours by bus and half an hour (30
minutes) by flight. Today you will have a free time in Pokhara you can visit
yourself around Pokhara. Pokhara is gorgeous lake city which offers
panoramic views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Machapuchre, Mt. Manaslu and Mt
Annapurna. Stay overnight in hotel of Pokhara.
Day 04: Drive
to Nayapul and trekking to Ghandruk [1,940m/6,360ft] 6-7 hours.
After
having your breakfast, we drive to Nayapul by private vehicle which is the
trekking starting point. After one and half hour drive from Pokhara we will
arrive in Nayapul. From there our trekking continues throughout local villages
following the bank of Modi River then we go up steadily up to reach Ghandruk
[1,940m/6,360ft] Overnight at tea-house.
Day 05:
Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong [2,170m/7,120ft] 5-6 hours.
After
having breakfast we start our trekking towards Chhomrong. Then we get a steep
climb continuing up to Chhomrong. Towering above the village is the strong peak
of Annapurna South, with the Machhapuchhare (Fishtail Mountain) in front of the
valley. Chhomrong is a attractive village situated on the circuit of enormous
Annapurna. Overnight in Chhomrong.
Day 06:
Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan [2,580m/8,460ft] 5-6 hours.
After your
breakfast we head out of Chhomrong beside the Modi River passing populated
foothills into the high step of Himalayas (Mountains). After crossing the
deferral bridge then trek up to Sinuwa Danda. The climb from Sinuwa becomes a
bit compliment. The way passes throughout thick Rhododendron (National Flower
of Nepal) forest up to Khuldighar. Then, we go down passing through deep
bamboo and rhododendron forests, then we reach Doban shortly.
Day 07:
Trek from Dovan to Deurali [3,230m/10,595ft] and adding to Machapuchhre Base
Camp [3,700m/12,135ft] 6-7 hours.
Our trip
will start after having breakfast towards Deurali. pasing through a thick
rhododendron, bamboo and oak forests up the side of the gorge. Pass by Himalaya
Hotel. The way passes through lonely places. Wilderness of the Mother Nature
gives portion to our mind. There is also the opportunity of seeing a diversity
of variety of wildlife such as deer, wild pig, snow leopard, etc. Climb once
more to the Hinko Cave, a suspended rock. Climbing additional and arrive at
Deurali. After having a lunch in Deurali our trip will start to Machapuchhre
Base Camp.
Day 08:
Trek from Machapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp [4,130m/13,545ft] 3-4
hours.
After
having breakfast in Machapuchhre Base Camp we start our trip to ABC. The trial
widens as we enter the haven, follows a bank, and then climbs to a few huts
beside a moraine. There are amazing views of the near-vertical south face of
Annapurna soaring above the sanctuary. Annapurna Base Camp sanctuary boasts of
an energetic view exclusive of anything impeding view of the 360 degree. Enjoy
the exciting views of the Annapurna I, Annapurna south, Hiuchuli, Machhapuchre,
and other peaks. High point of our trip almost ends today.
Day 09:
Trekking from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo [2,310m/7,575ft] 6-7 hours.
Wake up
early in morning and enjoy the splendid sunrise over the Mountains from ABC.
After having breakfast, we start downhill from ABC to Bamboo back through MBC,
Deurali, Dovan and finally arrive at Bamboo. Comming back downhill to the
valley is much easier than climbing up to. You will have a chance to see the
waterfalls that drop down from a high spot to the rock below. Passing the
forests with great views of Hiunchuli and Fishtail mountains we will arrive at
Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo.
Day 10:
Trekking from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda [1,760m/5,770ft] 6 hours.
We start
our trip after taking breakfast in Bamboo. Then we climb on the thousands rocky
ladder taking us to Upper Chhomrong. From there we go down to Jhinu Danda. Stay
overnight in Jhinu Danda.
Day 11:
Trekking from Jhinu Danda to Naya Pul (New Bridge) and drive to Pokhara. 5-6
hours trek and 1.5 hour drive.
Today our
trek starts toward New Bridge from Jhinu Danda passing Syauli bazzar and then
down to Birethanti. This is gorgeous valley to hiking along Modi River. The
river is come from Annapurna Base Camp. After about one hour trekking from
Birethanti, we reach our destination at Naya Pul. From Naya Pul we drive in a
private car and reach Pokhara in about one and half hours. Stay overnight in
hotel of Pokhara.
Day 12:Drive/Flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.
Today we
will go to Kathmandu. That takes 6-7 hours by bus and half an-hour by flight.
In evening we will offer you farewell dinner with cultural shows in Kathmandu.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 13:
Transfer to Tribhuwan international airport for your final departure.
Gold Mountain
Nepal Treks team say good-bye and takes you to the international airport to
catch your flight back to your home.
Information of passport and visas
You must to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date of your trips. You can easily get visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or up on arrival in Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuwan International Airport). Nepalese visas cost is USD 25 for 15 days & USD 40 for 30 days.
Information of money & credit card
In Nepal you have to pay 3.5 % credit card commission as per Nepal’s Bank rules, on your payable amount of the total cost. So, please be positive that you bring some cash in USD to pay us. The same, for your extra expenses as well which are not included in our cost. We would like to request you not to change your money in the Airport expect your emergency case. You get the exchange rate is very low there. Our office well provides you the facility to exchange your money. Or, you can change from Money Changers or bank as well. Master Card, Visa Card, Paypal also accepted in major shopping center and in most of the tourist class hotels.
Bring required personal/official document
We want to suggest that to bring some of the required documents like valid passport, 4 extra passport sized photographs (for trekking permits), your travel insurance, airline tickets and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu. For details information about the required official papers don't be hesitate to ask us.
Case of flight delay
Flight by plane and helicopter are might be cancellations or delay cause of bad weather in remote areas. Some other times, operational complication may occur which is more possible to happen in Everest Region- Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight, Annapurna region- Pokhara – Jomsom – Pokhara flight, Dolpa, Simikot , Jumla region etc. As these flights have some problem with fixed schedule, it is also suggested to carry extra money for food and accommodations. Trekking in the remote areas, especially during unusual season, you’re advised to keep extra days to prepare with some delays and avoid frustrating result. In case of delay in flight previous to trek departure or at the end of the trek, you need to manage your accommodation and food costs by yourself.
About your travel insurance
We request to all our valued clients to make and bring your complete travel insurance package. Your insurance must cover against medical, emergency evacuation, personal accident, trip cancellation, natural calamity, lost of gears, theft or damage your baggage etc.
Electricity Crisis Problem in Nepal
It is difficult to told you that Nepal has an electricity problem because Nepal is 2nd richest country in water resource but it is true Nepal still facing the problem. It means there is electricity off for some hours in day and night time. Most of the hotels in Kathmandu, Pokhara and other cities are possible to have no battery backup. In that case Air condition may not work and, sometimes, TV and other electric utensils may not run. Some hotels have possible to run the TV and AC as well. But, only few of them are lies in this standard category.
So, be organized for this while you are traveling in Nepal. For that situation, we suggested you to bring the flashlight with extra batteries.
Clothing and Equipment for Traveling in Mountains of Nepal
Trekking in the Mountains require to arrangement of equipment as you have to find yourself comfortable at higher altitude of Mountains. The basic clothing items are listed here please notice that.
Personal Equipments
- Down jacket or sweater.
- Wind/Water proof jacket (opt).
- Down vest and/or jacket (opt)
- Gloves (2 pairs).
- Sun hat or scarf.
- Sunglasses with UV protection.
- T-shirts minimum 2.
- Underwear (3).
- Hiking shorts (2).
- Lightweight cotton long pants.
- Light & Expedition weight thermal bottoms.
- Wool pants.
- Waterproof pants.
- Thin, lightweight internal socks (4).
- Thick, warm wool Trekking/Hiking socks (4).
- Hiking boots with extra laces.
- Camp shoes or sandals.
Other Necessary Equipments
- Sleeping bag at least rated to zero degrees F.
- Head light with extra bulbs and batteries.
- Basic First Aid Kit (Normal Medicine e.g. Sitamol, Diamox etc.)
- Large plastic bags to keep dry inside items of trek bag.
- Trekking Bag (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches is ok).
- Water bottles (2).
- Toilet paper.
- Small washable towel.
*We manage all camping equipment for the Camping Trekking.
Can I buy/rent equipment in Kathmandu
Yes, you can do that but it is not actually required to spend large amount of your money to buy extra equipment and clothing earlier to your trip because most of the trekking equipment can be hired from Trekking shops within Kathmandu. Most of the gear is locally contrived. Some Chinese equipment are possible to be more expensive but qualitative. You can take Sleeping bag and down jacket easily on rent. Each item can be rented for less than USD 1 per day. You have to manage other items buying them yourself. Surely these items are more possible to be cheaper than those in your Country or hometown. We will display all the necessary equipment you need on the second day of your arrival.
How to book my trip
First choose the trip which you want to do? Then contact us through mail or phone, email is more effective and clear as well, after getting your email or call we will process for your booking. To confirm your booking, we need 20% amount of your total amount the payment can be made throughout the Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa Card) or through online money transfers also Western Unions, Money Gram or others. After we get the 20% amount your booking will be confirmed and you will get the official booking and payment receipt from us. The rest amount you can pay after arrival at our office or hotel.