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A day hike around Kathmandu, Nepal has a lot of opportunities to gain an experience of hiking and trekking in the hill side of Kathmandu valley for beginners and hiking lovers from around the globe.

These hikes are prepared for especially those who don’t have time to go long treks and are not well fit for altitude and long and adventure trekking in Nepal. Also Kathmandu valley hikes give you a lot of opportunity to explore a magical  view of the big Himalaya in the world  likewise  Mt. Everest range , Mt. Annapurna range , Mt. Manaslu , Ganesh Himal range , Langtang Himal range  , Dorje Lakpa himal , Jugal Himal including 100s of beautiful Himalayan peaks  in distance.

Moreover, you will also see different  Landscapes , Nature , Hills , fascinating  cultural , charming people as well  good experience hike , and basic knowledge about trekking  to mountain  in future , while you hiking through the national park area  in Kathmandu valley  hikes you will also have golden chance to see wildlife , different spices of birds , flora, fauna , we will see beautiful rhododendron flower, it’s our national flower , and  many different types of seasonal flower ,  many more ..

Kathmandu day hikes help you to prepare to go for longer trekking and climbing mountains, it’s also a great place to check your equipment before heading up to trekking in Nepal. However , those people who are travelling   to Nepal for a short time and  still want to see mountains and take a short day hike then there are many choices to go hiking. Here we post some information about top 6 day hikes in Kathmandu.

1.  Kakani to Gurjebhanjyang  hike , (6 to 7 hours) , 10 to 12 km.

A day hike from Kakani to Gurjebhanjayng starts after 2 hours drive from Kathmandu. The altitude of Kakani is 1700m from the sea level,  and it is located in Nuwakot district.  Kakani is located in north of Kathmandu valley, the distance from Kathmandu to Kakani is approximately 23 km and it takes  about 2 hours drive to get there via Trisuli highway.  Kakani hill is very famous for magnificent distance views of Langtang  mountains range, Ganesh Himal, and  even more far distance views of  Annapurna and Manaslu mountains ranges.

Moreover, we will cross several old Tamang villages, and their basic lifestyle, vegetable frames, Stupa, temple and monasteries many more.  From Kathmandu hotel jeep will drop us at  Kakani ,  and basically we will start our hike from here ,  from here we will have  great view of Himalayas range  in far distance , then after we will start our hike through the Tamang and Sherpa villages .  We will also visit “Nepal Mountaineering Association – Memorial of mountaineers”, and Thai Airways memorial in memory of the plane which crashed close from Gosainkunda in July 1992. You can pay a visit to this memorial park. There are also mounds from where the view over mountains is fantastic. Enjoy your time here and click many photos of Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Gaurishanker.

Before, we enter into the Shivapuri national park jungle there is Army cheek post, here we have to buy national park permits, and then the trail come narrow into the jungle another half hour ascending till second Army cheek post, here we have to cheek permit. From here after 15 minutes’ walk, we will meet two trail one go from north side which call (Himalaya view trail 7, 5km, and another south trail 11km call (Kathmandu view trail)  ,  while we hike through the jungle we will go left north way through the Himalaya trail for enjoy the more mountains view . along the way we will see different species of brides , flora and fauna , wild animal  many more.

after three hours  walk  we will reach in Surya Chaur , which is one of the most beautiful hill for a magnificent view of different ranges of beautiful  mountains , landscape , Hills , Snow-caps , local towns, villages  ,   including Kathmandu valley view. Moreover, Surya Chaur is very popular for picnic sport for locals and many nepali tourist visit here.

Final, we will descend to Gurjebhanjang   (alt.1800m) , 40 to 45 minutes from Surya Chaur , from Gurjebhanjyang  our jeep will pick us , drive to back to your Hotel. You’re a day hike is end here with great memory of hike around Kathmandu and enjoy to see beautiful mountains view, landscape, local people basic lifestyle many more..

Itinerary:

Morning:   7:30am your guide will meet  at your Hotel .

“  7:30 am  to 8:30 drive to your hiking start place.

8:30 am to 1:30pm hiking time.

1: 30 pm , continue After complete the hike return back to Hotel by drive and your hike end here.

Cost includes/exclude:

• Drive to Kakani by private Jeep, (2 hours. 24 km.)
• Pickup by privet jeep from Gurjebhanjyang to Hotel) 1hrs
• Professional guide
• National park fee (permit)
• Necessary all documents

Cost not include

• Lunch
• Cold , hot Drinks
• Hike equipment

2. Shivapuri national park day hike (5 to 7 hours), 15 to 18km.)

Day hike to Shivapuri national park is located  north of Kathmandu valley is great hiking experience  with  amazing view of the Kathmandu valley  behind the your hike and the  beautiful Himalayan ranges view ,  when you reach on the top of  Shivapuri hill  stand Alt. 2565m from sea level and its  second highest hill  surrounded the valley . Shivapuri national park is also most preferred for bird watchers .another highlights of the a day   is you will also cross the Bagdar , the sours of Bagmati river is another attrition during  our hike today.

Day hike to Shivapuri national park starts after a 30 minutes’ drive to Budhanilkantha , budha nilkantha is the popular holy site and lord Bishnu temple , a large statue laying on the water pond. before we start our hike into the national park area we have to buy national park entrance ticket (Rs 1000 for foreigners and Rs 100 for Nepali) here is also Army check post and national park office , after complete all the formalities we basically start our hike from here, most of the time we will ascending through the forest of rhododendron , bamboo, black oke , cherry including many different types of trees , moreover we will also have a great chance to see different spices of birds and animal into the national park. Our first part of the hike to the Nangi gompa takes one hour. Nangi gumpa is the nunnery monastery, and here many young monks study Buddhist culture, & its meditation place, from here we will also have a beautiful view of Kathmandu valley, and hills.

After we take a short rest and take some pictures of Kathmandu valley and hills, we will continue our hike uphill shivapuri hill through the jungle, when we reach on the top of Shivapuri hill we will have a magnificent view of Himalayas of Rolwalining Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal & far distance view of Annapurna and Manaslu as well. After spend some time on this top we will return back to from shortcut way another 2 hours to Budhanilkantha where our car is waiting us to drive back to Hotel and here is you’re a day shivapuri hike end

Shivapuri hike also helps for those people who are going for adventure and long trekking, Climing to Himalaya and   its right spot to check your equipment and short training for heading up to the Himalaya.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HIKE:

• Hike through the beautiful jungle
• Watch different species brides, flora fauna, flowers, and tress.
• Encounter with wild animal
• Beautiful view of Kathmandu valley & monastery
• Great mountain view from top of Shivapuri hill
• Cross several local villages and their lifestyle etc.

Itinerary:

Morning:   7:30am your guide will meet at your Hotel.

“7:30 am to 8:00am drive to your hiking start place.

8:00 am to 2:30pm hiking time.

After complete the hike return back to Hotel by drive and your hike end here.

Cost include / not

• Drive to Nayayanthan temple by private  Jeep, Car /bus  (30 minutes  – 10 to 12km.)
• Pickup by privet jeep / car to Hotel) after hike.
• Professional guide.
• National park fee (permit)
• Hiking necessary documents

not include

• Lunch
• Cold , hot Drinks
• Hike equipment.

3. NAGARJUNG HILL HIKE: (Jamacho peak hike.) , 3 to 4 hours , 13 to 15km.

Nagarjun hill, a day hike situated north west from Thamel , and an elevation (Alt. 2050m from sea level ) it’s a very popular day hike around Kathmandu valley, and the nearest day hiking trail from Kathmandu. It’s 7 to 8 km far from the center of the valley. Nagarjun hill is also part of the Shivapuri national park called nagarjun – Shivapuri national park hill , & it’s the youngest and nearest from the center national park established in 2002 among nine national parks in Nepal.

Nagarjun Hill is also known as a Jamacho peak by local language; it is known for the cave of residence of Nagarjun, a popular Buddhist saint who meditated here for a long time . The hills are famous for Buddhist Gompa , Cave , and scenery of Himalaya . Nagarjun hike’s starting point is Balaju bypass which is 1km far from thamel . Basically it takes 2 to 3 hours going uphill (Alt.2050m), and 1 to 2 hours slowly downhill before we drive back to your Hotel. From top of the hill we will see many snowy mountains such as Annapurna, Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal and many more..

Moreover, it’s part of the Shivapuri national park area (159sq) if we are lucky enough we will encounter wild animals like longer monkeys, deer, and different species of birds like pheasants, many more..

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HIKE

• Magnificent view of Himalayan from top the hill.
• Visit old monastery and cave.
• Walk through the jungle
• Watch wildlife and different spices birds, flora fauna.
• Great experience of a day hike.

Itinerary:

Morning:   8:30am your guide will meet at your Hotel.

“8:30 am to 9:00am drive to your hiking start place.

9:00 am to 1:00pm hiking time.

After complete the hike return back to Hotel by drive and your hike end here.

Cost includes / not

• Drive to hike start point  by private Jeep, (2 hours. 24 km.)
• Pickup by privet jeep / Car / bus  to Hotel) after hike end.
• Professional guide.
• National park fee (permit)
• Hiking necessary documents

Not include

• Lunch
• Cold , hot Drinks
• Hike equipment

4. Day hike from  Sundarijal    to Chisapani : (6 to 7 hours.), 18 to 22km.

Sundarijal to Chisapani hike starts after a 40 minutes drive from Thamel, or canter of Kathmandu valley located north east from Thamel. Sundarijal to Chisapani hike is one of the very popular hike offer nice view of Kathmandu valley , local village birds , wildlife , walking through the national park , moreover we will see many hills , Snow-capped , charming people , fascinating culture and landscape , Himalayan view many more ..

Sundarijal to Chisapani hike start from sundarijal , beginning of hike we will follow the steep stairs uphill through the sundarijal river and local village about 1 hours to end of the villages , and when we left the village we will enter in shivapuri national park area , here Army camp as well , we will continue hike up to the top of the hill for another 2 hours , and after top we will descent to Chisapani (Alt.2300m) another 40 to 50 minutes , here we can find the guest house and restaurant , we can eat hot lunch and drinks , if the weather stay clear until we reach here we will see many mountains range like Langtang himala , Dorje Lakpa himal , in far distance Annapurna range , Ganesh Himal range , Manaslu range . During the hike into the jungle we will see different spices, birds, trees, Kathmandu valley view and wild animals like deer, monkeys etc.

After spending a good time here we can walk back to Kathmandu 3 to 4 hours the same way, or if you feel enough for walking then we can also come back by drive to Kathmandu from Chisapani.

Some people stay overnight in Chisapani and next morning they enjoy watching the sunrise view from here, and then walk back to Kathmandu the next day. Many trekkers used to go to Chisapani – Nagarkot to stay overnight for a sunrise view from here. If you like you can stay here. Here are a couple of nice tea houses and restaurants to eat.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HIKE.

• MOUNTAIN VIEW
• GREAT EXPERIENCE OF HIKE AND WALK THROGUH THE JUNGLE
• EXPLORE AROUND LOCAL PEOPLE AND THIER BASIC LIFESTYLE.
• ENCOUNTER WITH WILDLIFE AND DIFFERENT SPCIES BRIDS.

Itinerary:

Morning:   7:30am your guide will meet at your Hotel.

“7:30 am to 8:20am drive to your hiking start place.

9:00 am to 4:00pm hiking time.

After complete the hike return back to Hotel by drive and your hike end here

Cost includes / not  

• Drive to hike start point by private Jeep, (2 hours. 24 km.)
• Pickup by privet jeep / car / bus  to Hotel) after hike end.
• Professional guide.
• National park fee (permit)
• Hiking necessary documents

Cost not include

• Lunch
• Cold , hot Drinks
• Hike equipment.

5. Namo buddha Hike: 4- 5 hours , 12 to 15km.

Namobuddha hike    located east from Kathmandu valley. It’s a 30 to 35 km drive from the center of the valley. Namobuddha is a very famous day hike near Kathmandu with a magnificent view of Mount Everest, Dorje Lakpa himal , Langtang himal range including many mountain peaks in the distance.

On this hike we will not only see mountains, we will also visit natural sides including diversified flora, fauna.  You will also walk through the paddy field in Panauti , where you can see many farmer works , you will also cross the suspension bridge , which is the nearest suspension bridge from Kathmandu.    Moreover, Namobuddha hike is also known as a short and adventure a day hike near Kathmandu .It’s also a famous Buddhist holy place.

one of the best day hike for explore the Buddhist culture and hike around the farm landthere are few popular monasteries called Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery, beside the place also exceedingly popular  for its story of Buddha feeding his flesh to the Hungry cub. Therefore, if anyone is looking for a day short hike near Kathmandu with a magnificent view of Himalayan from far distance then this hike would be the best hike for you.  Namo Buddhahike starts after a 30km drive from Kathmandu to Dulikher in the morning,  Dhulikhel is a very famous Newari town  with a magnificent  Himalaya view from trance.  Basically you will start walk from here, until reach to the Namobuddha monastery, it takes 2 to 3 hours and coming back few more hours, we will comeback via Panruti bazaar, here our hike end our car will wait us in panruti Bazaar then we will drive back to Kathmandu.

Highlights of the Hike

• Walk through the paddy filed and river in Panauti.
• A magnificent view of Himalayan in far distance including mt. Everest
• Visit Buddhist Stupa , and Monastery
• The suspension bridge and walk through the forest.
• Great experience of a day hike near Kathmandu

Itinerary:

Morning:   7:30am your guide will meet at your Hotel.

“7:30 am to 8:30am drive to your hiking start place.

8:30 am to 2:00pm hiking time.

After complete the hike return back to Hotel by drive and your hike end here.

Cost includes / not

• Drive to hike start point by private  Jeep, (2 hours. 24 km.)
• Pickup by privet jeep / car/ bus  to Hotel after hike end.
• Professional guide.
• National park fee (permit)
• Hiking necessary documents

Not include

• Lunch
• Cold , hot Drinks
• Hike equipment.

6. Nagarkot hike , 4 to 5 hours.  14 to 17km.

Nagarkot is one of the famous hiking destinations near Kathmandu valley. It is located east of Kathmandu valley. Nagarkot is famous for its sunrise view of Himalayan in including Mt. Everest ranges in distance. Also Nagarkot is the famous dating place for Nepali young people, they go here to enjoy the mountains and landscapes. So many local tourists visit this place.

Nagarkot hike starts after 1hrs drive to Nala , basically we will start walking from here, first we will hike uphill to Nagarkot tower about 2 hours slowly through the local villages , paddy fields. We will see many domestic animals , local people and their basic lifestyle . once we reach on the top hill , here we will see beautiful view of Kathmandu valley , Landscapes , Hills , snow-caps many more , then after we will hike one more hour to reach Nagakot hill, here are many Hotels and restaurants , we can take a hot food and drinks . And drive back to Kathmandu a few more hours

Highlights of Nagarkot hike

• Mountains view
• Explore the beauty of nature and culture
• Amazing Kathmandu valley view.
• Great hiking experience.

Itinerary:

Morning:   7:30am your guide will meet at your Hotel.

“7:30 am to 8:30am drive to your hiking start place.

8:30 am to 3:00pm hiking time.

After complete the hike return back to Hotel by drive and your hike end here.

Cost includes / not

• Drive to hike starts point by private Jeep, car, bus .
• Pickup by privet jeep , car , bus  to Hotel after hike end.
• Professional guide.
• National park fee (permit)
• Hiking necessary documents

Not include

• Lunch
• Cold , hot Drinks
• Hike equipment

Makalu Basecamp  trek in  October/November is the best season to trek in Makalu Barun National Park. October and November are the autumn season  in Nepal. After several monsoon months in Nepal,  we have another great fall start with blue sky, sunshine days, less rain, and not so many clouds in the mountains from mid-September till the end of December. Then, most of the trekkers come to the Himalayan country Nepal for Trekking, Climbing, and tour in this preferable weather in autumn. Compared to other trekking areas in Nepal, Makalu-Barun national park was open for trekkers in 1992, and Mount Makalu (alt 8486m) was climbed in 15 May 1955, for the first time by Lionel Terray, and Jean Couzy from France.

While you trek to Makalu base camp, it doesn’t matter late or early, but there is no other place where people can find one of the great adventure experiences of trekking, Climbing including different beauty of natural flora-fauna, cultural, social, massive big Makalu Mountain with many other over 7000m, 6000m. As well as the arum and Barun river is possible to see only at Makalu Barun National Park.

In the Makalu base camp trek, There are not made any decent hotels and guest houses yet. So the tourist have to spend overnight at basic typical homestays. The basic homestays are available in every places to reach Makalu base camp. Many companies and tourists still prefer organizing their won camping to feel more adventurous and provides verities of continental Western food. Which is a little bit more expensive because all camping gear, food, cruise members, need to manage from Kathmandu. Which is not possible to manage locally in Khadbari or Tumblingtar.

But those tourists who also like to feel a bit of Nepali way, sleeping in dometry hall sharing  homestay with families and other trekkers, eat basic Nepali food (Dal Bhat) then, the trek costs bit cheaper. Also, you can just hire guide and porters to do Makalu base camp trek to reduce the cost. The homestays will be available until Makalu base camp, but for those who wants to extend the trek and go further different areas like Sherpani-col, Amphu Laptsa, Mera, or Kanchenjunga they have no other options then just camping.

Makalu base camp, and Sherpini – Col pass trek in details:

In Makalu Barun national park there is an another hardcore adventure trip called Sherpani-col high pass trek and the altitude is over 6000m/19,685ft. Adventure high pass trek is the extremly tough trek in the world. In between Makalu base camp trek and Sherpani-col high pass trek, up to Makalu base camp the itinerary is same but Sherpani-col pass trail split from Makalu base camp and goes further north-west.  But the trek to Makalu base camp return same way back to Tumlingtar. Also, Sherpani-col pass trek, we need to fly from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar (450m/1476ft), it takes  about 55 minute to get there. Tumlingtar will be the lowest altitude for this high adventure trek, eastern Nepal’s, Sankhuwasava district.

You will follow Arun river for a while and take right side up towards Bhotebash via Mane Bhanjyang. When you are in Bhotebash you feel a little bit cooler breeze coming from the hills, after few hours 0f driving in hot temperature. While you reach Chichila from where you can see Makalu mountain range in distance, then again you drive down to Num which is the last point of driving. Tumblingtar to Num the drive will take around 4 to 5 hours.

You should stay in Num for overnight to prepare for walking to Makalu base camp. The basic lodge in Num, at least you can have good sleep and get some common Nepali food as well as some Chinese food. The next destination will be Seduwa which goes steep down again to Arun River and steep up to Seduwa, in 7 to 8 hours of walking you can reach in Seduwa. The tempreture will be very hot so you might be sweating all day. Seduwa to Tashi gaun is easy to walk for a few hours and preparing for some longer walk.

After staying in Tashigaun, the next destination is kongma dada. Which is long climb most of the day and it takes around 8 to 10 hour to reach in Kongma dada throughout forest walking almost all day. This day is good warming up for altitude and a little bit of training for Sherpani-col pass. Kongma-la the next day  small pass which is not that high altitude but ground fugue most of the time and that makes little difficult to climb up and down to Dobato. This is again a long day and  it takes around 9 to 10 hours but  depanding on the weather conditions and walking pace you can reach at Dobato less than 9 hours.

After Dobato, it is just down to Barun river and easy up to Yangri kharka, which is beautiful Makalu valley. Yangri Kharka and Makalu base camp valley is the most beautiful scenery of Makalu range mountain day by day more and more once you reach in Makalu base camp it is just amazing beautiful of world’s top 5th biggest mountain base camp. Explore the barun glacier and rest is needed for the next destination.

Enjoying in a base camp then, you can go towards Swiss camp, walking distance looks not so long but walking into glacier makes it harder but still possible to make it by 4 to 5 hours with enjoying the front view of Makalu mountain.

Swiss camp to High camp is harder to accent up because of rocky hillside walking.  At the elevation of 5600m/18,372ft. called Sherpani-col high camp located in the front for huge Iceland. Preparing for next to Sherpani -col pass, you need to acclimatize here with some basic climbing training and to get used to the altitude. Guide and climbing guide may prepare for the rope to fixed to top off of Sherpani -col to make it easier for the next day to everyone. Early Morning Starts from high camp to sherpani -col top, next is a challenging job. It may take 7 to 8 hours to reach the top.

First 5 to 6 hour you can manage to reach the button of Sherpani-col, every step after high camp Sherpani-col top looks very near but due to crevasses and hard snow makes it harder to keep walking. After struggling some hours with less oxygen to accent to the buttom of Sherpani-col to the top, you have to go through rope to the top for 200m/0.2mile. Climb up is not easy for the porters too with carrying load. For the safety everybody should use the rope. When you are at the top of Sherpani -col at 6190m/20,308ft. you can see west -col and huge snow field of Baruntse camp II in the west and stunning view of mount Makalu.

To go to camp site,  it takes time because of  250m/0.2mile. steep rocky down hill part. at this point, everyone need to make a queue and go turn by turn. Normally the guide will make a decision first to cross that part depending on the situation. The clients will go with Sherpa, and the kitchen crew and porters  will go together. For kitchen crews and the porters carrying huge load will  be very tough  to go down, if the bags go wrong direction for few meters then the bag will fall down to deep crevasses which will be very hard to pullback to  the right direction.

So, when we cross the pass one person stays in turning point of ice fall and other person will be at the buttom to collect safely and one person stays on top to manage load to send slowly down walking to Baruntse camp II. This day will be very tough day and it will take many hours.

It is huge ice field end of the other side of field is Baruntse Camp II,  where you spent overnight. Similar strategy like Sherpani- col high camp, here, also climbing guide and other crews will go to prepare for West-col to make sure rope is fixed and for other preparetion. Small accent and long descent for next day you will reach Baruntse.

This place is probably one of the most beautiful places on this whole adventure trip.  Spendig the night at lap of Barunte with seeing massif mountain Makalu, definitely there is no other place to similar like this. You will be  sleeping over 6000m, so,  this can be tired and hard to sleep on this altitude. The next morning, descending down  from west-col is one of the hardest pass in this trip among other passes.

From west –col during descending, lose rock may fall and can hit anybody so, you need to be careful. The descending method will be as same as Sherpani-col, the guide needs to sent  down clients first one by one and then after other crew member and porters load via rope. Even completely reach in the button of west-col still, you need to be careful to falling into the crevasse. The trail shape are always changing due to  heavy avalanche  during heavy snowfall time. after struggling to decent to Baruntse camp I then, you will decent more to Baruntse high camp for overnight stay. This day could be the hardest day for sure.

The next day to Amphu Laptsa high camp, which won’t be any high pass, just trek up to high camp for 5 to 6 hours. One more day at this place is rest to prepare for another high pass Amphu laptsa(5900m.). From high camp to Amphu Laptsa, it takes around 2 to 3-hour maximum to reach on top, near the top again you need to climb with rope but this one is easier and much safe then the last passes of this trip. On the top of Amphu Laptsa, you can again start seeing Everest regions mountain.

The one last difficult descend from the top of Amphu Laptsa to Imza lake. You will descend about 200 to 250 meter steep down towards South and turn  North-West to descend by rope. The descending proccess will be the as same as previous passes. Finally, you will arrive Imza lake and start trek towards Chhukung. After waking for 2 to 3 hours you will arrive in Chhukug. Finally, the hardest part of the trek will be done here and you will continue trek dwon to Lukla for few days.

When you arrive at Lukla, the trek will end here and you can celebrate the trek with all the staff members with great trekking experience with nature explore trek team. Next morning you will take a short flight to Kathmandu from Lukla for 35 minutes.  You will be invited for authentic Nepali meal with cultural dance for dinner.

Makalu Base Camp and Shepini- Col pass Trek Highlights:

1. A magnificent Makalu, Everest and Kanchenjunga mountains, and many other mountains view from a close distance.
2. Visit several local villages and their culture, religions and basic daily lifestyle
3. Stay at homestay with warm hospitality.
4. Test of delicious organic food and drinks.
5. A scenic mountain flight to Tumlingtar from Kathmandu.
6. Cross Sherpini –Cola pass (alt. 6119m)with few times ascending and descending
7. Encounter with wild animal and birds domestic in Barun national park
8. One of the adventure and challenging trekking and climbing experience in life.
9. From begging to end of the trek is full of joy and excitement.
10. Unforgettable memories of trekking and climbing in Nepal.
11. Great chance of Photograph of big mountains from a close distance

Ethnic groups and religions of Makalu base camp and Sherpini –cal pass trek. 

Makalu Barun national park is also very important for a place for Hindus and Buddhist religious because of starting source of Barun river is Makalu glacier and Barun staring points and down below near Sherson are an equally important place for both religions. So every summertime when there is not so cold and easy to go for all age people.

Specially Hindus visit in the source of Barun river every July with Shaman (jhakri) in a small groups from their own society and cast, such as Limbu, Rai, Chhetri, Tamang and some more cast to fulfill their pray in high altitude religious place.

Overall, other lower populated areas of Makalu region  are similarly celibate many national festivals and their won festival as national calendar and their generation tradition. Higher up sherpa culture have followed same as Buddhist calander.

 Popular Vegetation in Makalu Base Camp trek:

Starting from 400m (Arun Valley) to 4000m (Yargri kharka valley), there are very large number of flora and funa. Where more than 3200 species of flowering plants and, more than 22 types of rhododendron trees found in this national park.

In this Eastern large national park, more than 70 types of economically valuable medical plants are found such as, Junipers, many types of herbs, and Yarsagumba. Also, around 50 types of orchid’s family plans are available here.

Popular for Flora and Fauna in Makalu base camp trek:

 Makalu Barun national park is also rich from fauna as similar to flora. Here more than 320 species of butterflies found, which is possible to see from 400m. of Arun Valley to yangri kharka. In the record of the department of national parks and wildlife conservation in Makalu Barun national park, found more than 450 types of birds and 45 types of reptiles are found which are like turtles, crocodiles, snakes, frog, lizards and many more.

One of the little areas where we can capture in camera snow leopards and red panda is also possible to see at Makalu, as well as other popular wildlife also easily found here like, Indian leopard, clouded leopard, black bear, hanuman languor, Himalayan Thar, Assam macaque, musk dear, Himalayan wolf, leopard cat, jungle cat, golden jackal, barking deer, Asian golden cat, and much other common wildlife can see in Makalu Barun national park so this national park is not only famous for trekking and mountaineering it also can be easily destination for those people who like to see wildlife.

Makalu base camp and Sherpini-Col pass trek Outline itinerary:

Day 1- arrived in Kathmandu & transfer to your hotel (alt 1300m.)

Overnight at Hotel

Day 2 – Half Day sightseeing and afternoon trek preparation.

Day 3 – Fly to Tumlingtar from ktm, total flight duration is 50 minutes (450m.) and drive to Num (1560m.) 4-5 hours.

Day 4 – Trek to Seduwa (1510m.), 6 -7 HOURS.

Day 5- Trek to Tashi Gaun (2030m.) 4 – hours

Day 6 – Rest day in Tashi Gaun.

Day 7 – Trek to Kongma dada (3700m.) 5 to 6 hours.

Day 8 -Trek to Dobato (alt, 3520m), 6 to 7 hours.

Day 9 – Trek to Yangri kharka (3500m.) ,5 to 6 hours.

Day 10- Trek to Sherson (4040m.) , to 6 hours.

Day 11- Trek to Makalu base camp (5000m.), 4 to 5 hours.

Day 12 – Explore Makalu base camp and acclimatization day.

Day 13 – Trek to Swiss camp (5350m.), 6 to 7 hours.

Day 14 – Trek to Sherpani – Col high camp (5600m.) 5 -6 hours.

Day 15 – Rest and prepare for Sherpani-col pass(this day climbing guide go up to Sherpani- col to fixed the rope to top)and porters take some load to the top as well to make easier next day)

Day 16 – Early morning trek to Sherpani – Col pass (6190m) top last 200 meters by rope and descend 200m by rope to Baruntse camp II, and camp at Baruntse camp ii nearby west- Col,( total time minimum 10 to 12 hours.

Day 17- Climb up to west – Col (6220m) and go down Baruntse camp I by rope approx.300meter for overnight stay.(time 10 to 11 hours)

Day 18 – Trek to Amphu laptsa high camp (alt.5400m.) ,5 to 6 hours.

Day 19- Rest and prepare for Ampuhu laptsa pass.

Day 20-  Early morning trek to Amphulaptsa pass(5900m) 100 meter up by rope and from top 170 meters down by rope and trek to imjase  lake corner camp for overnight

Day 21- Trek to Dingboche (alt.4400m.) 5 hours

Day 23- Trek to Namche Bazar,(alt.3400m.), 6 hours

Day 24- Relaxing day

Day 25- Trek to Lukla , Alt.2800m, 6 hours .

Day 26- Fly back to Kathmandu 35 minutes and your trip ends here.

Day 27- free time in Kathmandu, and evening invited for farewell dinner. 

Day 28 – Departure to your won destination.

Makalu base camp and Sherpin Col pass trek and trek equipment list.

Ice axe (it’s not necessary to bring from there, the climbing guide will carry one for the summit day) but if you have your own then you can bring it)

• Crampons
• Harness)
• Tape slings (2)
• Screw gate karabiners (2 locks, 2 unlock)
• Descended/eight-figure
• Plastic mountaineering boots
• Ascender/Jhumar
• Helmet

Group Climbing Gears (   it’s not useful for the single climber)

• Snow bar*
• Rope*
• Ice hammer*
• Ice screw*

Head

• Bandana or headscarf, also useful for dusty conditions
• Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)
• Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Prescription sunglasses (if required)

Upper Body

• Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
• Light and expedition weight thermal tops
• Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
• Down vest and/or jacket *
• Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable

Hands

• 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves
• 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
• 1 pair of mittens; consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched, waterproof, polar-fleece mitt liner

Lower Body

• Non-cotton underwear briefs
• 1 pair of hiking shorts
• 1 pair of hiking trousers
• 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms
• 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
• 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric

Feet

• 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
• 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
• 1 pair of hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water-resistant, ankle support, “broken-in”)
• 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals
• Cotton socks
• Gaiters

Sleeping

• 1 sleeping bag -30 degree centigrade
• Fleece sleeping bag liner

Rucksack and Travel Bags

• Daypack/backpack of 35 to 50 liters for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding
• Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
• We provide you duffle bag for the trip.

Medical (we will also have our first aid kit bag)

• Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
• Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
• 1 skin-blister repair kit
• Anti-diarrhea pills
• Anti-headache pills
• Cough and/or cold medicine
• Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetazolamide
• Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Note: Do not bring sleeping pills as they are respiratory depressants!
• Water purification tablets or the water filter
• 1 set of earplugs
• Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies

Practical Items

• 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
• 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches
• 1 compass or GPS(optional)
• 1 alarm clock/watch
• 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
• Large Ziplocs
• 2 water bottles (1 liter each)
• 1 small folding knife
• Binoculars (optional)
• 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks

Toiletries

• 1 medium-sized quick drying towel
• Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
• Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
• Deodorants
• Nail clippers
• Face and body moisturizer

Personal Hygiene

• Wet wipes
• Tissue /toilet roll you can buy everywhere on the trip

• Anti-bacterial handwash

Extras/Luxuries

• Reading book
• Trail map/guide book (Map we provide you.)
• Journal and pen

• 1 modest swimsuit

• Voltage converter (from 220 to 110 ampere)

Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs.

Why Makalu base camp trek is Popular?

For those who have done already many hiking and trekking from easy to medium, and difficult levels around  5000m higher in Nepal or anywhere in the world, and want to go higher and more adventure trekking in Nepal then, we would highly recommend for Makalu base camp trek, and it’s the perfect trekking and climbing route in Nepal.  Mount Makalu is the fifth highest mountain among 14 peaks above 8000m in the world.

Mount Makalu is very popular and famous for climbing and trekking around, for the first time mount Makalu is climbed by French expeditions group on 15 May 1955 and Makalu base camp trek was open from 1992. Makalu base camp trek is very popular for adventure walk in Himalaya, and a magnificent mount Makalu, Everest range, mount Baruntse view from a close distance including several mountain peaks and visit the rare culture and religions of the region.

Along the way, you shall cross so many different types of’ villages, ethnic groups, religions, and their daily basic lifestyle. A great chance for capture beautiful photos and video of big mountains from a close distance, And crossing Sherpini-Col pass (alt 6219m) including twice ascending and descending by rope is one of the most challenging parts of this trek, anyone going Makalu base camp and Shepini- Col pass you should know basic climbing skills, and these passes are very risky and big trip in the Himalaya.

If you haven’t done any harder trekking before then, do not try to do trek, we highly suggest you all adventures lovers please be well prepared before you planning this type of trek and high passes. This is the trek that gives you hundred percent satisfaction and adventure experience in your lifetime.

Final say:

Makalu base camp and Sherpini –col pass trek is one of the challenging adventure trekking routes in Nepal. You should be well prepared for this type of trek, basically, you should know climbing skills, how to use climbing equipment, and well fit and fine for higher acclimatization, minimum you need to have done other hard treks before you plane for this trek. Minimum time required 4 weeks time to finish the whole trek including Sherpini -col pass to Everest region via Amphu Laptsa pass or if you want to do only Makalu base camp trek then two and half weeks enough.

So, if anyone interest in Makalu base camp and Sharpni- col pass trek, please contact us anytime we are happy to  help yo. We have been organizing these types of adventure trips in Nepal for a long time with 100 percent success with safety and security. We have a good experienced and professional guide and kitchen crew who have been on this trek many times. Recently we organized Upper  GHT trail long trek  (Upper Great Himalaya Trail) starts from Kanchenjunga and ends far west Nepal in Simikot, (total 1800km, days 129).

Annapurna circuit trekking in September,  October, and November is one of the best time for trekking in Nepal for Annapurna region. Autumn season is very famous for trekking in Nepal for clear weather, less rain, sunshine day, clear mountain view, events of festival like Dashaen  Tihar, and Chhat.

Annapurna circuit trek is one of the most famous trekking routes among many trekking routes in Nepal. This is full of adventure, joy, and excitement for the trekkers. Annapurna circuit trek route offers you a beautiful landscape, fertile paddy field, Hills, waterfall, snowy cape mountains, and a magnificent Annapurna mountains ranges view from the close distance. Including mixed ethnic groups culture, religions, and their daily basic lifestyle from the beginning  to end of the trek will give you more experience about the region.

This trek route is a beautiful massive mountain range, wide open landscapes, several villages, and charming people. Annapurna Circuit Trek is the best place to take a nice photograph for trekkers.  This trek is a great chance to discover the fascinating culture, colorful and painted habitation, stumbling environments, glamorous peoples, and their basic lifestyle, including, walking through the magic mountain view of Nepal. Another interesting part of this trek is crossing the world’s highest and longest pass Thorong – la (alt.5416m) and meeting the side of Annapurna mountains to Muktinath Temple where you can see 108 natural taps and Buddhist monasteries, prayer flags, and Dhaulagiri mountains(Alt.8167m) ranges, which are bordering with upper mustang valley.

Annapurna circuit trekking  in September, October, and November is the best idea to make a plan for all adventure lovers and trekkers from around the world. Because of the weather the sky will be very clear and crystal so you can see a very clear mountains view, no rain, most of the day will be sunny, reliable temperature, stimulating environments. September, October, and November is the events of festival in Nepal that also make your trip more fun and excitements, and unforgettable experience of  Annapurna circuit trek for your lifetime.

Annapurna circuit trek route is becoming a shorter route nowadays because the dirt road reaches close to the mountain. Generally, this route used to take three weeks to complete but nowadays you can finish the same trip in two weeks or even less then that. Begging part of the trek and ending point of the trek, there is a road where you can take jeep, and car. There is a airport in Jomsom, if you want to avoid the driving on the dirt road you can take flight back to Pokhara.

A new, and our suggested itinerary of Annapurna circuit trek begins after a long drive from Kathmandu to Bagarchhap (alt 2030m) full day drive 10/11 hours) via Beshishar- Bulbule- Jagat- Darapani. The road has gone more further then our suggesting itinerary here, but we don’t suggest you go directly high altitude from lower altitude. Because there is more risk to get high altitude sickness. So, we highly suggest you, please start your trek around 2000m and continue your trek further slowly day by day.

After Pisang villages (alt 3140m)  you will encounter the view of  Annapurna mountains range. Some of the mountains are above 6000m to 8091m(Annapurna I). These mountains are Annapurna  I (8091m/26,545ft), Annapurna II (7,937m/26,040ft), Annapurna III (7,555m/24,786ft), Annapurna IV (7,525m/24,688ft),  Gangapurna (7,455m/24,458), Tlicho peak (7,134m/23,405), Pisang peak (6,091m/19,983ft), Thorong- la peak (6,144m/20,157ft), Chulu east (6,584m/21,601ft), and Chulu west peak (6,419m/21,059ft) from a close distance. You will encounter the  seven hundred years old of Tibetan habitation, culture and religions, monastery – museum Chorten and beautiful landscapes.

Another highlight of Annapurna circuit trek is cross the longest and high pass call Thorong- la alt. 5416m/17,769ft and get another side of Annapurna Mountains. Muktinath temple and mount Dhaulagiri ranges, after visit Muktinath temple and enjoy watching the 7^th world highest mountain mt. Dhaulagiri ranges (alt.8167m/26,794ft) you will trek continue to Jomsom- Marpha and then you can take a jeep drive back to Pokhara. Or you can fly back to Pokhara from Jomsom.

Annapurna circuit trek highlights:

1. The perfect season and weather.
2. Encounter with mixed culture and religions, meet fascinating people, and their daily lifestyle.
3. Amazing view of the whole Annapurna mountains ranges from a close distance like Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Tilicho peak, Pisang peak, Chulu east, Chulu west Thorong peak many more.
4. Cross famous pass of Annapurna region Thorong- la (alt. 5416m,) and this is the best viewpoint to watch the whole Annapurna mountains view.
5. The Tilicho lake is the highest lake in the world
6. Visit popular Muktinath temple and monastery in the Muktinath area.
7. You can see on this trek three above 8000m higher mountains like Annapurna I alt 8091m. Mt. Dhaulagiri alt 8167m. and Mt. Manasalu alt. 8186m)
8. Natural hot spring bath in Tatopani after a long walk during the trek
9. A magnificent Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain view from Poonhill viewpoint
10. Celebrate many festivals like Dashaen, Tihar, many more
11. Visit world-famous world heritage site like the city of lake Pokhara, pristine old history Kathmandu, Chitwan national park many more …

 September, October, and November Annapurna circuit trek Itinerary:

Outline itinerary

1. Drive from Kathmandu to Bagarchhap via Beshishar 2000m), 10 to 11 hours
2. Trek to Chame (4 to 5 hours), alt. 2600m.
3. Trek to Pisang (5 hours), alt.3300m.
4. Trek to Manag via Upper trail (7 to 8 hours), alt. 3500m.
5. Rest day (hike to Gangapurna glacier viewpoint )
6. Trek to Yak Kharka (4 to 5 hours) alt 4050m.
7. Trek to Thorong Phedi or High camp ( 3, 4 hours), alt 4500m Phedi, and 4800m high camp.
8. Trek to Muktinath via Thorong La pass (alt 5416m) 9 to 10 hours, (alt. 3800m)
9. Trek to Jomsom – Marpha ( 6 to 7 hours) alt 2700m
10. Drive to Tatopani, 5 hours, (alt 1190m.)  (if you want to hide a long drive then you can take an airplane from Jomsom to Pokhara.)
11. Drive to Pokhara (5 hours) alt 740m. Or you can extend your itinerary to Ghorepani Poonhill trek fewer more days.

Your trek is end here if you want to stay more in Nepal and explore a beautiful side of Nepal like Chitwan national park, Lumbini birthplace, Bardia national park, motorbike tour, cycling, rafting any activities we can help you for easy arranging.

Pack list for Annapurna circuit trek in October, November.

1. 1 hiking boots
2. 1 Medium size backpack ( for your most of the stuff carry like main luggage )
3. 1 Day pack ( for important personal carry, like camera, documents, etc..)
4. 1 Sleeping bag (- 20C)
5. 1 Down Jacket/Gore tax Jacket
6. 1 Light wind & waterproof jacket
7. 1 Inner sleeping sheet
8. 2 Long-sleeve T-shirts
9. 1 Water bottle
10. 1 Pair gaiters/over trousers
11. 1 Pair sports shoes or sandal
12. 2 Pairs of lightweight trousers
13. 1 Pair shorts
14. 1 Fleece / warm sweater
15. 2 T-shirts
16. 2 Pair’ light socks
17. 3 Pairs of heavy wool socks
18. 1 Sweatshirts/light sweater
19. 1 Torch & spear batteries
20. 1 Swimming costume/bathing suits (not for Everest region)
21. 1 Medium size towel
22. 1 Washing kit including washing powder, small clothes, and pegs, insect repellents, etc. & personal toiletries
23. Moleskin for blister
24. Toilet paper, biodegradable soap/shampoo(toilet paper you can buy every place in Nepal)
25. Personal medication. (if you are taking rebury otherwise for high altitude we provide)
26. Underwear (including thermals)
27. Warm hat/ gloves
28. Sunglasses, sun hat, and sun cream
29. Spear plastic bags for wrapping clothes

Note: even high altitude medication you can bring in your favor like Diamox otherwise Nepalese taste we do have always (but we treat naturally all the time go slowly and drink lots of water)

Climate, and Temperature of Annapurna circuit trekking  in September /October / November:

Climate :

The climate in September, October, and November are best, it’s autumn during this month in Nepal and Annapurna region, we have hundreds of years of experience about good weather in October and November every year. Still, the cold wind will be stay above 5500m above, not properly descending to the hillside from High Mountain, most of the day it will be sunshine days, and almost no rain in any region of Nepal, very few chances to have clouds in mountains, bright, blue and clear crispy mountains view in this fall

, in the beautiful days of this season fascinating Nepali people celebrate major Nepali festival like Dhasaen, Tihar, and Chhat many more, you would have a great chance to involve in Nepali festival, here people are very charming and happy to welcome you as their special guest with warm hospitality. So in this season definitely you will have a great memory of trekking an Annapurna region or any trekking route of Nepal.

Temperature:   

September: Trekking an Annapurna circuit in September is a good choice, and about the temperature it depends where you are,  if you are in mountain area then it will be bit chill in morning and evening but if you are in the lower part of Nepal then September is in  Nepal just cross the monsoon and starting autumn and we can fell still a bit of monsoon temperature

so in September, an Annapurna circuit trek will be 23 to 25 degree during the day and at night 17 to 20 in the begging of the trek and when you reach near Annapurna Mountains then it will be 15 to 17 during the day and at night 12 to 13 Celsius in September.

October:  Trekking an Annapurna circuit in October the temperature is always as good. So in October, the temperature will be bit decries then in September, because the winter is coming after autumn here, begging of the trek during the day it will be 18 to 20 degrees and at night 13 to 15. But when you go higher near the mountain then it will be fell in 12 to 13 during the day and at night 8 to 10 degrees.

November: Trekking to Annapurna circuit in November is the best time of the year, the temperature will colder then October in Nov during the day it will be  12 to 13 in begging of the trek and when you go mountainside it will be 8 to 10 and at night 5 -7 Celsius till the mid-Nov, but if you are still going in let Nov then temperature could be fell more like 3 to 4 during the day and – 2 to 5 during the night above 3500m an Annapurna Circuit trek.

Annapurna circuit trek food and Accommodations in September/October/ November:

Food:

An Annapurna circuit trek you can get verities of food and drinks, in every tea house and homestay you can choose food from the menu card, they gave fixed food and drinks menu, with fix price,  they can cook all types of food like Nepali, chemises, Indian, American continental, but we suggest you please ask them to cook organic Nepali food, like bread items, vegetable, rice, Champa porridge, fruits which they grew up in their won investments in the garden and your money will go directly to them and it will be a big support to them.

we shall also say, in the beginning, part of the trek you can get a fresh vegetable and more fresh food, and when you go in mountain then you can’t get as much like before, because of they can’t grow the fresh vegetable every time in mountain due to the climate and temperature change, and they have to store then food and vegetable for pick season.

 Accommodation: an Annapurna circuit trek you can stay at the local tea house in twine sharing beds in the room most of the nights, someplace you can also get an attached room with toilet and hot shower in the begging of the trek, but less chance in the mountain area, if you book your trip an advance then we can book you good rooms an advance. Generally, you have to book an advance most of the places, especially in high pick season.

Otherwise in high big season sometime you can’t get a room in a nice place. Basically you have to eat in the same tea house restaurant in the mountain, there is no choice to go out for special dinner or drinks accept very few places during the Annapurna circuit trek.

Annapurna circuit trek with a guide or without a guide in September, October, and November:

With Guide: Annapurna circuit trek with a guide is much better and comfortable for you, and if you are looking for your safety and security into the mountains anytime guide will help you anytime. The guide can explain culture, nature, and religions of the region, he can also book your food and accommodation an advance every places before you reach in tea house or lodges. Take a professional guide who can explain all about the region and if encase avalanches or landslides happen they can rescue you anytime, especially when snowing and cover the trail, then the guide can find the trail where to go and how to get another place,

No buddy knows about mountain weather and conditions, it can be a change anytime. Also, hire a guide means you are giving a job for Nepali and make him busy that is your great support for the nation. So we strongly suggest you take a guide and make your trip lifetime memorable without any problems in the mountains.

Without guide:  yes we have seen many individual trekkers go an Annapurna circuit trek without a guide, and during the trek, they have a big problem for arranging accommodation, food, and difficulty in finding the trail where and how to get the next destination, and other big problem for individual trekkers when heavy snowing, landslides, the rock fell from mountains makes them difficult, not safety and security well, and we

have many examples many people lost the trail and got an injury and, missing for whole life an Annapurna circuit trek, and latest in 2014 October in throng la pass-heavy snow and winds kill hundreds of without guide trekkers, those who have a guide they are safe, because of the guide make a good decision and make a plan every day. Guide cam make the trail and walk ahead if snowing and block the route, so without a guide is very difficult to complete the Annapurna circuit trek

 Important Tips for Annapurna Circuit Trek:

1. Carry – 10 to 15-degree warm slapping bag.
2. Pack your bag with warm enough clothes and water and windproof trekking boots.
3. Ask extra blankets at the tea house, which you can use on top of your sleeping bag.
4. Take wind and waterproof jackets, trousers, and gloves.
5. Wear the right cloth
6. Drinks more hot water and hot tea (minimum 3 letters per day)
7. Pack some dry snacks and energy bars. You can eat them anytime when you feel hungry.
8. Pack your bag Light as much as you can. (only necessary clothes, rest you can store them in Kathmandu or Pokhara)
9. Do not walk fast in the high place, go slowly as you can, do not push your self
10. Eat hygienic food and drinks and stay in a nice tea house.
11. Don’t be excited; go to the same level of walk always.
12. Respect for local and be friendly with them.
13. If you want to make a photograph of local people then first ask them.
14. Support locals with eating organic food and drinks, your money will go directly to them.
15. Do not use plastic bags, or mineral water bottle, buy treated water from the community
16. Safe nature we want to keep this nature for our next generation.

Altitude sickness in Annapurna circuit trek:

Altitude sickness is very dangerous in mountains, generally, altitude sickens is start after 2500m above, when we left behind forest level. Altitude sickness can get any types of people, no matter you have been before higher than Annapurna circuit trek, normally altitude sickens start after lack of oxygen in your buddy in higher elevation.

High altitude Symptoms:

Vomiting, Headache, Tiredness, Difficult sleeping, Dizziness, Shortness of breath, loss of appetite.

High altitude privation:

• As much as fast go lower elevation at list 4 to 500m.
• Take a Diamox, 250 gm every 6 hours.
• Drink plenty of water
• When you feel symptoms then Tell your friends or guide who are with you.
• Do not stay alone when you start altitude sick, stay with a friend, and be communicating.
• Do not sleep in the day time, because you can’t sleep at night.
• If it’s going worse then evacuate quickly to a big hospital.

At what height people get altitude sickness?

Generally, people feel altitude sickness after 2500m high, and when oxygen is a lack in your buddy then you will feel more, and get headache, vomiting, dizziness, tiredness, shortness of breath are then symptoms of altitude, this mountains sickness can get any types of people,  even if you are reached before higher then you are now.

So we always have to stay careful and walk slowly in the mountain, not push yourself, drink more water, stay warm with cold temperature, always flow your friends or guide who are with you. If you get an altitude sickness then do not go more higher-stop there or acclimatize low altitude with guide or friends,  take high altitude medicine(Diamox), if you feel worse then call the rescue and go to the hospital.

 Trip Conclusion

If you are planning to Annapurna circuit trek in autumn season this is a perfect idea and good decision for all trekkers from around the globe. In October and November trekking in Nepal, you shall feel much better and great experience than another season in Nepal.  With perfect weather, and reliable climate of this season you will have a lot of chances to see many good things about Nepal, Nature, culture, and religions. October and November is a great opportunity for the good photographer with clear, crispy with a magic mountain’s view and several festival events.

So if you want to visit Nepal and plan for trekking and Climbing in Nepal an Annapurna, Everest region, Langtang region, Manaslu region, Kanchenjunga region and many more then contact us anytime we are happy to be your help anytime.

Nepal   is  safe from coronavirus to date, first coronavirus  found in Nepal ,on the January  31^st 2020 , A  28  old Nepalese student who came from Wuhan, China was studying at Wuhan University, after  he came to Nepal  , he has shown similar coronavirus  symptoms then  he admits to Teku Hospital (Shukraraaj Tropical & Infectious Disease Hospital, after shown positive symptoms of corona virus , he hospitalizes for a few days ,slowly he get a better condition  then  discharged & he stay  self-quarantine at home. Then after not found any cases to date, Nepal Government rescue in mid- Feb 2020, 175 students from Wuhan, China, most of them  studying and work in china, once they landed in Nepal trivuwan international airport entire passenger were stayed away from Kathmandu city in quarantine for a few weeks, after nobody tasted positive symptoms of Coronavirus then all return to home now ,but still they will be in self-quarantine at home.

In March first week the latest update, few employers who work in Korea and china they came back to Nepal after coronavirus expended worldwide, with similar symptoms of coronavirus they admitted at Teku Hospital (Shukraraaj Tropical & Infectious Disease Hospital), but no one has positive symptoms of coronavirus yet.

You can travel to Nepal for trekking and climbing , we would say it’s safe to go mountain and with no doubt, definitely you will have a great time. So many trekkers are already arriving here for trekking, climbing and tours. In Nepal we have only one international Trivuwan airport now Nepal governments are already strong monitoring in checking in the airport, borders for travelers who come to visit Nepal .if someone found any symptoms of coronavirus then they should stay in quarantine or return to home. From the 3^rd of March 2020 Nepal Gov won’t provide an arrival visa for four countries like China, Italy, Korea and country nationality you have to apply for Nepalese visa in nearest respected embassy of Nepal, these systems go for at list a month.

Nepal Governments important notice for international travel

What is the Corona virus?

W.H .O Corona viruses (CoV) 019 are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel corona virus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans.

Corona viruses are zoometric, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people.  Detailed investigations found that SARS-CoV was transmitted from civet cats to humans and MERS-CoV from dromedary camels to humans. Several known corona viruses are circulating in animals that have not yet infected humans.

Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, and cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.

Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.

Symptoms of corona virus:

• Cold high Fever.
• Cough
• Headache
• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty for breathing

What is the prevention of coronavirus?

Do not forget to wash your hand with a shop at list 20 seconds, don’t shake your hand with others, and don’t participate in a big party, wading ceremony etc…  Keep continue to wear a mask, drink warmer hot water with lemon, avoiding anyone coughing, sneezing and shortness of breathing, stay away from the crowd, keep warm your buddy & if you feel any above similar symptoms of coronavirus then immediately go to the hospital. Be safe yourself fist and keep other also safe from this pandemic disease.

Is it safe to travel Nepal?

Yes you can travel to Nepal, here are no problems of coronavirus   to date,  necessary safety and security strongly stand by Nepal’s government to battle with coronavirus  in airport and border, this is the main  trekking  and climbing good   season so anyway  will be going in the mountains, you are not staying in a crowded city many days, while you are in mountains there is always clean fresh air, not crowed ,physically and mentally you will feel  strong  after enjoying with mountains view and walking through the beautiful trekking path. You may not stop many days in a crowded city. We hope this disaster stop soon and comeback the normal situation.

What is the preparation taken by Nepal governments to control Coronavirus:

To prevent the outbreak Coronavirus  entering in Nepal  few borders are close from letting January 2020, one of the major border between two nation china and Nepal  Rasuwagadi border, Kerela border, Hilsa the border also close  from let last January 2020 , after many Chinese  people infection from Coronavirus until next notice came. Nepal governments also stop to give on arrival visa for 4 countries are China, Japan, Korea and Iraq where coronavirus more hit write now, thus who want to visit Nepal from 4 above country they should manage the Nepal visa from nearest respected embassy of Nepal.

The Nepal governments have also suspended all the flights from China, Korea, and Japan. The  gov setup the health desktop at Tribhuvan International Airport and major borders with China and India to check for virus symptoms before inter into the nation. The governments also ask to major related hospital in Kathmandu to stay standby and careful about the virus , if any cases suspected while in check-up, immediately inform the health ministry of Nepal. Nepal governments strongly monitoring this situation to prevent and stop coronavirus from spreading in Nepal.

Overview 

Discover the Everest base camp trek in Spring in the Khumbu region of Nepal, also known as the Sagarmatha National Park through our Discover open group expedition between mid-March to early May and late September to early November. EXPED does not operate EBC during Nepal’s monsoon period or in the winter.

Nepal hosts 8 of the World’s highest peaks, including the highest, Mount Everest. Trekking deep into the Himalayan Kingdom, the Khumbu region reveals stunning mountain views and the discovery of Nepal’s famous Sherpa’s. These wonderful friendly mountain people originally migrated in the late 1400’s / early 1500’s from eastern Tibet, by crossing over the Himalayan Mountains and settled in Nepal. They established their culture and lifestyle, which is known worldwide today for its simplicity, hospitality and heartwarming communities.

‘NEPAL’ stands for ‘Never Ending Peace and Love’

You will be met on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu-Nepal, and transferred to Hotel in Kathmandu for a 2 night stay. An evening welcome meal will be awaiting you. On the third day, early morning, you will be transferred and flown out to Lukla, a guaranteed interesting experience, where the EBC Trek begins. If possible, try and sit on the left side of the airplane as you will see your first view of the Everest region better.

Once landed at Lukla, your porters will be waiting for you. A quick final double check to ensure you has everything and you are on your way. The trek now starts in earnest. On the first day of the trek, most of the trail tends to be downhill but remember, ‘Nepali Flat’ means a lot of little ups and downs that generally gain no overall height in altitude.

The following day is very different and an awesome experience. Most of the day is taken up with repeatedly crossing the valley by magnificent wire bridges, which span the DudhKoshi River. You are now climbing steeply up towards Namche Bazaar, which is the capital of the Khumbu region. Namche will surprise you as it is reasonably large town. You’ll find good internet and Wifi connection here, as well as a great iily coffee and pastry. Take advantage of your acclimatization break here and enjoy your short stay of rest. From here on, the trek gets tougher and the facilities become thinner on the ground.

On leaving Namche, you will drop down before climbing up to reach Tengboche. Here you will find an incredible monastery and more jaw dropping views of AmaDablam, Lohtse and Everest. Trekking onwards, the next pause is Pheriche and then GorakShep. This is your last stop before Everest Base Camp. GorakShep is an isolated village set in a barren looking landscape. However, the bare rock strewn glacial zone has its own awesome natural beauty that only post glacial landscapes can achieve. Behind GorakShep, Kala Patter towers at an altitude of 5,545m, which is your next trek. The views of Everest are stunning and will leave you in awe. It is from GorakShep that you approach Everest Base Camp direct. The terrain you trek is reasonably flat but very rough and rocky on the approach. Once you arrive at EBC, you will rest for a while. Find the 2019 inscribed rock and take those photographs to show off your magnificent achievement.

E.B.C TREK Trip Highlights

• Fly over the beautiful Himalayas range from Kathmandu to Lukla –Kathmandu.
• Great experience to land world famous and small airport Lukla.
• Cross several high suspensions bride through Dhudhkosi River.
• Visit old museum and monastery in Sherpa villages and it’s nice to know their culture and religions as well daily basic lifestyle.
• Meet the rare Sherpa people and their culture and religions.
• Explore the glory of Himalaya, and enjoy with strengthen view of Everest region Himalaya.
• You can see on this trek world highest mountain mt. Everest Alt 8848m.) Mt. Loshtse (Alt8514m) Mt. Nuptse Alt.7950m. mt. Ama Dablam (Alt 6893m.) Mt. Thamserku( Alt6690m) , mt., khantega (Alt 6570m) (Alt Island peak 61178m) Mt.Lobuche est. peak, Alt 6119) Mt. Tabuche , Mt. Pumari Alt (7230m) , Mt . Lola in Tibet side   including 100 above 6000 Himalayas’ peaks.
• Sun set and sun rise view of whole Himalaya range from kalapatther view point includes Mt. Everest range.
• Reach in world popular basecamp Everest basecamp Alt 5364m.

Details Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1,350m)

You will meet our representative at arrival gate who will welcome you and take you to your hotel. You can take rest then prepare for the following programs, as well you will have a short trip brief from your guide regarding trip..

Day 2: Trip preparation and Half day sightseeing in Kathmandu.

After breakfast we will go for sightseeing in Kathmandu Darbar square, Swoyambhunath temple , then rest of  day is preparation of regarding programs.

Day 3: Fly to Lukla (Altitude: 2800m) and then trek to Phakding (Altitude: 2,610m)

Early morning, we will attend domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla which is the entrance of our trek. We can reach tensing Hillary Airport within 35 min enjoying the magnificent green landscape and White Mountains. This is the most wonderful air route in the world terminating in a spectacular hillside surrounded by high mountains. As we reach Lukla, we will meet our supporting staaf (Porter) and we will finish our packing and arrangement to start our trek via the wealthy Lukla village to Phakding. Today to adapt the atmosphere there, we will have short trek. Nevertheless, if you are interested for additional trip then we go to a nearby Monastery.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (Altitude: 3,440m)5-6hrs

After breakfast we will start our walk in the morning. Today the trek is enjoyable with few short ascend and descend with several crosses over DhudKoshi River and early view  of Mt. Thamserku (6623/21729 ft) via Benkar village. We will reach at Monjo, gate way of Sagarmatha National Park crossing many bridges on the way where our trekking permit will be checked to keep record of trekkers and local trekking staffs. Regular down walk take us to the last village of Namche Bazaar that is Jorsale. We will arrive at Hillary suspension bridge on walking through the river bed. We will walk ascend now, towards Namche bazaar and  if the weather is stay clear until let afternoon then  you enjoy the glorious and closer vista of Kwangde Peak, we can be mesmerize by KusumKangaru, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Tawache and many other peaks.  We will get pleasure of this panorama by sitting in nice place for a while in chordada. We will spend our night at colorful village of Namche Bazaar which is the entrance of Khumbu region.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 5: Rest Day at Namche Bazar (Altitude: 3,440m)

Today after breakfast we will go short day hiking to Everest view Hotel 3-4 before lunch. You will be an acclimatization day that will allow us to adjust to the high altitude and also give us some spare time to visit the Sherpa Museum,  monastery , as well  you will have a very good view of mt. Everest range and many others  peaks.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 6:  Trek from Namche Bazar to Phortse (Altitude: 3,810m)4-5hrs.

The first jackpot you will hit after walking across the bridge from Namche is the incredible view of Everest, Lhotse and Amadablam.  You will then ascend for the first 3 hours to Mongdanda where we will have a lunch break.  Then you will walk down a steep descend to Dudhkoshi River and ultimately another hours ascending to Phortse. This village is one of the best and beautiful villages where most of the Sherpa climber is born.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 7: Trek from Phortse to Dingboche (Altitude: 4,410m)5-6hrs

Today most of the trail is gradual ascending onwards. After 3 hours gradual ascend to Panboche you will get an incredible view of the distant mountains and the Tenboche monastery. Then you will have another 3-4 hours upscale climb before reaching Dingboche.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 8: Rest day in Dingboche

This will be another acclimatization day that will require you to climb to Nagarjun Peak or Chhunkung-Ri right before lunch. On the top of Nagarjung  you will have a  incredible view of mt.Amadablam, island peak , many  others peaks as well.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch &  Dinner)

Day 9:  Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (Altitude: (4,910m) 4-5hrs

For the start of the day we will go up an easy 3 hours ascend to Thukla and one hour of steep ascend before wrapping up the day with a 45 mines easy walk to Lobuche.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 10:  Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) then back to GorakShep (Altitude: 5,140m) 7-8hrs.

After having an early breakfast at lobuche we will continue to gorakshep where we can have a short rest and have some hot lunch then continue our way to Everest Base Camp.  After viewing the spectacular mountain ranges from the base camp we will again return to GorakShep to sleep at night.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 11:  early morning hike to Kala Pattar (Altitude: 5554m) then back Pheriche (Altitude: 4,240m) 7-8hrs

This day we will start before the dawn breaks and then ascend the steep slope to Kala Pattar to capture the spectacular view of Everest and the entire mountain range. We will then return to GorakShep for breakfast and then continue descending to Pheriche.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 12: Trek back NamcheBazzar.(Altitude: 3,780m) 6-7hrs.

Initially it will be 2 hours of easy descent to Tenboche monastery where we will take a break and visit the monastery.  We will then descend for 1 hour and then again ascend for another 2 hours to Khumjung.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 13: Trek to Phagkding (Altitude: 2,610m)4-5hrs

This day will be full of descends, initially to Dudhkoshiriver andthen to Phaukding.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 14: 3 hours trek back to Lukla (Altitude: 2,840m)

Today will be an easy going day with easy and comfortable ascends and descends to Lukla.  After reaching Lukla in the evening we will enjoy food and drink with the entire team to celebrate the successful conclusion of the trek.

Overnight at tea House (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 15: 40 minutes flight back to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1,350m)

On reaching Kathmandu you will be invited by Nature Explorer team to enjoy authentic Nepalese food and cultural dance at Nepali Chulo.

B/B PLAN

Your trekking is end here.

Day 16:  we will drop off at airport for your next destination.  

Or

Your trip doesn’t end here though. Upon our return to Kathmandu, we will take you to for dinner at the Nepali chulo, where you will be able to see wide and varied Nepali traditions. The following day, we say our farewells’ as we transfer you back to the airport if required.

Coat Included

-Airport peak and drop.

– Domestic flight to Kathmandu –Lukla – Kathmandu

-Three night hotel in Kathmandu (two in on arrival and one in departure’s B/B

– Three times meals on trek (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

-After each meal a cup of tea or coffee.

-Accommodation in normal basis twin sharing basis room.

– Experience English speaking guide.

– Porter. (Two people one porter) each porter carry 25kg.)

-Everest national park entrance fee.

– Rural municipality entrance fee.

– Treated drinking water.

– All the Ground transportation.

– First aid kit.

– Nature Explore Down jackets (Refundable)

-Nature Explore duffle bag (Refundable)

Fresh fruit   every day after dinner

– Last night dinner at Nepali kitchen with cultural dance show.

– Nature explore t- shirt.

Cost excludes:

-Personal insurance

-International airfare

– Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.

-Trekking equipment

-All type of beverage

-Extra expenses like Internet (wi -fi)   Buttery charge, Hot shower, Laundry during the trek.

– Extra then above mention in above itinerary

-Tipping for staff.

one they way pikey peak trek

Trip Overview.

Pikey peak trek is a newly open trekking route in the lower Khumbu region Nepal. Its location in the lower Khumbu region nearly by Phaplu airport,  pikey peak viewpoint high (Alt.4070m)  offers you Sherpa cultural and strengthen mountains scenery of whole Mt. Everest range, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Makalu,  Mt. Dorjelakpa Himal range, Number Himal range, Langtang Himal range including 100 of mountains peaks from a close distance, Those who don’t have a long holiday for long trekking in mountain, but still want to see the east part Himalayas range including mount Everest range and other popular mountains from a close distance then this trekking route would be your best choice for a short trek in Nepal,  during this trek you will not only see the mountains view,  you shall walk through several rare villages like Sherpa, Magar, Tamang,  Rai, and  Chhetri where you can see their cultural religion & daily basic activities.

Pikey peak trekking begins from Kathmandu to  Dhap by 6 to 7 hours drive via Bp high way,  during the trek you will cross several Sherpa, Magar and  Tamang villages like  Jhapre,  Pike peak base camp, Jumbesi, Thuptenchholing Gumpa then backs to Phaplu and fly or drive back to Kathmandu. On the trail, you can see the old monastery, Chorten, mane walls and temples many more. You will be no regard to do trek here, definitely, this is a highly recommended trekking route for all adventure sicker who love trekking and walking in the high batten trails.

Pikey Peak short Itinerary:

1. Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your Hotel (1300m)
2. Drive to Dhap from Kathmandu via Bp highway Approx 180km – 6 to 7 hours), Alt. 2840m.
3. Trek to Jhapre ( 4 to5 hours ) Alt. 2825m)
4. Trek to Pikey peak base camp 5 hours, ( Alt.3650m)
5. Trek to Jumbesi (7 to 8 hours) Alt 2665m, via Pikey peak viewpoint.
6. Trek to Thuptencholing Monastery (old Tibetan camp) 3 hour’s Alt 2930m.)
7. Trek back to Phaplu 5 hours,( alt 2380m)
8. Fly from phaplu to Kathmandu or Drive  ( flight time 30 minutes and drive time 7 to 8 hours)

Your trek is end here, if you have no longer holiday in Nepal then want to back home or next destination then next day we will drop off at the airport, but staying here more days and want to see more things in Nepal like Jungle safari, mountain flight, temple tour, long adventure treks, peak climbing any outdoor activists here if you ask us we are happy to be your help during your stay in Nepal.

Pikey peak trek cost

The cost depends in groups size, generally cost start from $ 650 to 730 including transportations, food, guide, porter entrance tickets accommodation & trip necessary documents,  If you only take a guide service then you can pay per day $27 including guide food and accommodation.

Pikey peak Food &  Accommodation

During on this trek, you will stay overnight at basic guesthouses and Homestay, it’s a new open trekking route so there is not so fancy tea houses like an Annapurna and Everest base camp trek, in a few years they are going to many nice guesthouses. Regarding Food is available in the same tea house, they are very happy to serve with warm hospitality,  you can eat same tea house, they provide you simple menu card whatever they can cook in their kitchen like rice, vegetable, brads, potatoes items, eggs, nuddles, including any hot drinks tea or coffee, we suggest for all trekkers please support to locals for organic foods and vegetable, your money will go directly to them. It makes a change then to build up their basic lifestyle.

Best season to Visit Pikey peak trek:

Normally the good time to go on the Pikey Peak trek start from beginning of October to End of the December and Spring season Mid March, April and May every year. These months are the best time to trek in pikey peak, the weather will be clear, fewer clouds, not so low temperature, most of the day it will come clear blue sky so we advise please trek in this months.

Safety and security:

Safety and security is the most important during this trek, we always suggest for all travels who visit in this kind of newly open route trek route please before you go plan proper and choose experienced guide who has been there before, and do not travel without a guide, always go with a guide because of you can’t find the right path to reach in camp.

pikey peak  trek cheek list :

1 hiking boots (waterproof)

1 Medium size backpack (we also provide you duffle bag)

1 Day pack (25 to 30L)

1 Sleeping bag (-10 C)

1Down Jacket/Gore tax Jacket

1Inner sleeping sheet

2 Long-sleeve T-shirts

1 Water bottle

1Pair gaiters/over trousers

1 Pair sports shoes or sandal

2: Pairs of lightweight trousers

1 Pair shorts

1 Fleece / warm sweater

2 T-shirts

2 Pair’ light socks

3 Pairs of heavy wool socks

1 Sweatshirts/light sweater

1 Torch & spear batteries

1 Swimming costume/bathing suits (not for Everest region)

1 Medium size towel

1 Washing kit including washing powder, small clothesline and pegs, insect repellents etc. & personal toiletries

Moleskin for blister

Toilet paper, biodegradable soap/shampoo (toilet paper you can buy every place on the trek)

Personal medication. (If you are taking rebury otherwise for high altitude we provide)

Underwear (including thermals)

Warm hat/ gloves

Sunglasses, sun hat and sun cream

Spear plastic bags for wrapping clothes

Note:  even high altitude medication you can bring in your favour like Diamox otherwise Nepalese taste we do have always (but we treat naturally all the time go slowly and drink lots of water)

for further more information please do not hesitate to contact us for a quick response at [email protected]

 Annapurna region introduction : 

Trekking in the Annapurna Region, The world’s most famous and impressive mountains can be found In Nepal; Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Mount Makalu, the Annapurna range, and many more!

The Annapurna range is especially popular. The range includes Annapurna, I, II, III, IV, and Annapurna South. On a 3-week trek with Nature Explore (Annapurna Circuit and Base Camp via Thorong la pass 5416m) you can capture the whole range! On the trek, the first mountain you will see is Annapurna II, just before Chame. At present, this mountain stands at 7960m. However, Nepalese scientists have said that if the Indian and Tibetan plates continue to push against each other then Annapurna II will rise above 8000m.

As you continue you will pass Annapurna IV, III, and II, West Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak. You will then move through a 1000-year-old village, where the inhabitants moved to Nepal from Tibet many years ago! You will also see Lake Tilicho (4940m) – the highest naturally made lake

You will also pass Fishtail Mountain, which is considered as holy to the local people.

You will see Annapurna I after crossing a world renowned pass – Thorongla.

Annapurna I is a mountain with an interesting story. Annapurna I was considered the world’s highest mountain before Mount Everest was discovered and surveyed.
Very few people successfully make the summit of Annapurna I. It is technically very difficult, much more difficult than Mount Everest.

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 So how hard is this trek.

Best time for trekking in Annapurna region:

:(1) Autumn season  Mid -September to end of December:

(2)  Spring season:  Early march to mid June are the recommended good time for treeing an Annapurna region.

you can do trek in  January / Feb  &  June / July / August  , But weather will be not favorable  for trekking in Nepal.

We recommend you hire a guide and a porter to assist you as the route can be unclear. The trek can be completed as long as you have a good level of physical fitness and some previous experience of hill walking or mountaineering.

Culture in the Annapurna Region:

 The majority of locals are considered in the Gurung culture. Gurung people most commonly make up the British Ghurka soldiers.

Gurung people have their own Buddhist calendar, language, festivals and songs.

In the Manang district (that you will also pass through on the trek) the residents are Buddhist and migrated from Tibet 1000s of years ago.One of the Nepalese kings saw they were facing hardship and gave them the opportunity to work in Hong Kong (1 person per household), fully sponsored by the Nepalese government. As a result, this district become one of Nepals wealthiest communities.

You will also pass through Mustang. People in Mustang are called Thakali and are famous for their Dalbhat – a local delicacy. The best Apple Farm in Nepal is located in Mustang. Where they sell apples to the major cities in Nepal..

Accommodation in Annapurna region  

From start – end of the trek you will stay in nice clean guest houses. In some of the larger villages you will have a room with an attached bathroom.

Food in Annapurna region 

In most of the guest houses you can eat in their in-house restaurant where they provide locally sourced organic Nepali Food. You can also order Italian, Mexican, and Chinese food along the trek! The Annapurna conservation program works with the locals to train them to cook so they can continue to grow their businesses and the local economy.