Itinerary
Day 1: London - Kathmandu
Depart London on an overnight flight to Kathmandu.Day 2: Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu and check into a central hotel in time for dinner and a briefing on the trip ahead.
Day 3: Kathmandu – Pokhara
Today we fly to Pokhara. After lunch at the hotel, the rest of the day is free to rest or explore Pokhara.
Day 4: Pokhara - Birethanti (1075m) 4 kms
This morning we drive to Naya Pool, along the graceful Modi Khola Valley. On reaching our destination, we begin the panoramic Annapurna trek with a gentle introduction. The route skirts through lush forest leading finally to Birethanti after walking for about one hour. Birethani houses well-resourced shops, hotels, cafes, a police check post, a bakery and a bank, a nice little village town to have fun and settle in for our first overnight on the mountain.
Day 5: Birethanti - Ghandruk (1940m) 10 Kms
Leaving Birethani, we trail along terraced fields beneath the splendid panorama of awe-inspiring glaciated Himalayan mountain ranges. After passing a succession of flatlands, forest, cultivated lands and a suspension bridge over Khumnu Khola, we arrive at the beautiful village of Ghandruk. A spectacular viewpoint in this pristine village offers breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Annapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare and Hiunchuli.
Day 6: Ghandruk - Tadapani (2540) 8 kms
Today we ascend along the trail rich in rhododendron forests and gloriously cascading sparkling mountain streams. After continuously climbing for 3 hours, we reach the area of Tadapani, at an altitude of 2540 meters. Tadapani offers the most magnificent mountain views of the overpowering peaks of Annapurna South.
Day 7: Tadapani - Ghorepani (2880m) 10 Kms
Today there are more steep, but stunning, trails, with majestic views of snow-capped mountain peaks, lush vegetation and rich plant life. You will be climbing through rhododendron forests to Deorali (3100m) to reach a hamlet and cultivated fields before continuing to Ghorepani.
Day 8: Ghorepan - Nayapul - Pokhara (15 Kms.)
After ascending to, and savouring, the mesmerizing sight of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak and other Himalayan giants from the popular vantage point of Poon Hill [3195m], you leave Ghorepani and continue on towards Nayapul. You descend further towards Birethanti, which lies stretched beside the Modi River. Descending via a trail of stone steps, you pass through dense forest and the small village of Ulleri. From here a very steep section [with 3767 steps!] leads down to Hille on the Bhurungdi Khola. Forty minutes later, you reach the main road from where you return to Pokhara.
Day 9: Pokhara - Kathmandu
A morning flight to Kathmandu and transfer to the central hotel. Enjoy some free time in this exotic city this afternoon.
Days 10-12: Kathmandu
Spend 3 days taking part in a local community project, assisting at a project in the Kathmandu Valley. We work with a variety of projects and would be able to link in with a school orphanage. A typical challenge would be to paint and decorate a classroom, build a children’s playground and assist with teaching and sports.
Day 13: Kathmandu - London
Transfer to the airport for the return flight to London.