Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package
Trip Facts
Kathmandu, Nepal
Pokhara, Nepal
Easy/Moderate
1-10 Persons
675
3330m.
English, Chinese
March, April, May and September, October, November
Annapurna Region
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner During Trek
Basic Accommodation During Trek
Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package Details
The Annapurna Eco-Community Trek offers an offbeat, less-explored alternative to the popular Poonhill Trek. This unique journey immerses you in the rich culture of Nepal, taking you through pristine and unspoiled landscapes in the Annapurna region. While it may not be a luxurious trek, the awe-inspiring panoramic views of the Annapurna mountain range, including the magnificent Dhaulagiri and the iconic Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail), make it a truly beautiful experience.
This trek is a sustainable tourism gem, emphasizing the use of locally produced resources and providing a rare opportunity to connect with village life. The warm hospitality of the villagers makes you feel like part of the community, allowing you to learn about their traditions and engage in meaningful community projects. Explore this hidden gem for a one-of-a-kind adventure in Nepal.
What to Expect from the Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package?
While journeying through the unspoiled landscapes of the Annapurna region, you’ll immerse yourself in the rural lifestyle, gaining more than just a trekking experience. This is a cultural immersion where you engage with warm villagers who embrace you as part of their community. This connection offers profound insights into their traditions and involvement in community projects that foster sustainable tourism.
- A day to explore Medieval UNESCO Heritage in Kathmandu
- Community Lodge/Homestay experience in the local level
- Offers a fantastic panoramic view of Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, and Mt Fishtail
- Provides a unique close-up glimpse of village life
- Focuses on sustainable tourism, with locally produced resources
Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package Itinerary
Welcome to Kathmandu (1,300m)
While entering the border of Nepal, you see the Terai Plain and the everlasting green hills. The Himalayas at the horizon smile over your arrival in Nepal. After Customs clearance, proceed toward the arrival terminal (gate). Our company’s representative receives you and transfers you to the hotel as assigned.
Transfer: Private vehicle as per the group size
Meal Plan: No Meal
Overnight: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Star category hotel
Explore Kathmandu and Trek preparation
The exploration of Kathmandu Valley starts after having breakfast. You will visit some of the ancient UNESCO heritage which is an important destination. Our tour guide will take you to Pashupatinath Temple and its surroundings to explore. This temple is the holiest destination on Earth for Hindus. The temple’s architecture is a masterpiece to behold. After this, you will visit Boudhanath Stupa which is the largest stupa in Nepal. After exploration, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa, the monkey temple of Nepal. These two stupas are a pious destination for Buddhists. The vibes you get from these places are unworldly and divine. As time goes by, you will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, one of the oldest squares in the valley. From here, you can walk up to the Thamel market if you have some shopping left to do for trekking.
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Overnight: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Star category hotel
Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m)
After having breakfast, you drive to Pokhara. The drive to Pokhara is like escaping from the concrete jungle Kathmandu. You can see beautiful mountainscapes and mountain villages. The Trishuli River and the Marshyangdi River flow side to the highway. The mountain villages and small local markets on the way excite your journey to Pokhara. The surrounding hills are always there to distract you from falling asleep.
Distance: 210 km drive
Time Taken: 6 hours drive
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Pokhara
Accommodation: Star category hotel
Drive Pokhara to Galeshwor (921m). Trek to Bas Kharka (1,525m)
Exiting from Pokhara, the smooth road turns to a bumpy and rocky one. En route to Galeshwor via Beni, you can see a pristine green sloped backdrop. At Galeshwor, you stop for Lunch.
From Galeshwor, your amazing trek starts by crossing the suspension bridge. The Kaligandaki River flows underneath the bridge. The trek to Bas Kharka is an uphill climb over the stone steps. The hike continues to orange grooves through small villages. Bas Kharka is a beautiful Magar village. If you have enough time, you can explore the village, the local school, and a health post.
Accommodation at Community Lodge & Meals at Community Hall
Distance: 80 kms
Time Taken: 3 hours drive, 3 hours trek
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Bas Kharka
Accommodation: Community Lodge & Meals at Community Hall
Trek Bas Kharka to Nangi (2,330m)
Having breakfast, you trek toward Nangi; your next stopover. En route, there is a place called Danda Kaske where you stop for lunch. The local people are very enthusiastic and friendly to every traveller. Having some friendly chatter increase mutual bonding with locals.
The onward journey to Nangi is a short beautiful walk. You can see the beautiful close view of Nilgiri and Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m), the 7th highest mountain in the world. Nangi is the main Magar village in the area. There are various projects for empowering women in this village. There is a local cottage industry of paper factory. They use an available local resource called Lokta which is eco-friendly. This project helps in generating income at the local level.
Accommodation at Community Lodge
Distance: 10-11 kms
Time Taken: 7 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Naagi
Accommodation: Community Lodge
Trek Nangi to Mohare Danda (3,300m)
Your trek starts with an uphill climb through a beautiful pristine forest. The forest comprises the tree of Oak, Bamboo, and Rhododendrons. At the backdrop, you can see a stunning view of a mountain range stretching as far as the eye can see. The close-up view of Mt Machhapuchre (Mt Fishtail) and Mt Dhaulagiri is the best view you can see. This excites your journey even more.
On the way to Mohare Danda, you might encounter yak grazing in the meadow. Alongside the meadow, the mountain view on the horizon looks amazing. At Mohare Danda, there is the highest Wireless Internet Relay Station. They are providing free internet service to surrounding remote villages. This facility has benefited the health sector. The local health post can contact major hospitals in Kathmandu and Pokhara. They get counselling and medical help which saves lots of life and the time of villagers.
Accommodation at Community Lodge & Meals at Community Hall
Distance: 9-10 kms trek
Time Taken: 7 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Mohare Danda
Accommodation: Community Lodge and Meals at Community Hall
Trek Mohare Danda to Tikot (2,129m)
The trek from Mohare Danda to Tikot is beautiful as you will walk through ridges. The panoramic view of mountain ranges is heart-warming. You descend passing through a green forest. You reach the secluded community lodge at Danda Kharka.
You descend further toward Tikot through Rhododendron and Oak Forest. The stunning terraced hillside beyond the hills is great to behold. Tikot lies at the smooth ridge above the Kaligandaki River and in front of Annapurna. The indigenous group of this village is Pun Magar. The stone slate houses made of mud & stone add to the beauty of the village. This kind of Nepalese-style house captivates the heart of every traveller. Our overnight will be at Homestay. The kitchen can share while having dinner and exchanging talks.
Accommodation at Community Homestay
Distance: 12 kms
Time Taken: 7 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Tikot
Accommodation: Community Homestay
Trek Tikot to Tipling. Drive to Pokhara
From Tikot, the trail to Tipling is steep. The scenic view of the Kali Gandaki River from the top is beautiful. As you approach the river, the trekking journey is coming to an end. We trek down for 2 hours before reaching Tipling. From Tipling we drive to Pokhara.
Distance: 90 kms
Time Taken: 1-2 hours trek, 4 hours drive
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Overnight: Pokhara
Accommodation: Star category hotel
Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu
After breakfast, you drive to Kathmandu retracing the same route. You enjoy the natural landscape and scenery on the way.
Distance: 210 kms
Time Taken: 6 hours drive
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Overnight: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Star category hotel
Departure
Enjoy your final day in Kathmandu. Free till final departure. Transfer to the airport 3 hours before the flight time.
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
What is Included Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package
What is Exclude Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package
FAQs About Annapurna Eco-Community Trek Package
In this travel package, we arrange transport facilities for Arrival & Departure depending upon the group size. For sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley, we arrange a good vehicle. The Drop facility to Galeshwor and the Pickup facility from Tipling are within this package. The vehicle will be nice and clean for transfer. During trek transfer, we provide 4WD transport as the ride is rough & bumpy. In the case of extra transportation arrangements (leaving the trek earlier from the group or other destinations not mentioned), you are responsible for an extra cost.
The accommodation at Kathmandu & Pokhara is in a 3-star hotel on a BB basis. During the trek, each night you stay in a tea house/guesthouse run by local communities. Most of the tea houses are basic yet comfortable. The room is on a shared basis with two beds. You will have a common hall for your meal & relaxing. In some places, the washroom (toilet) during the trek is the Squat toilet and is used as a sharing one. We are not responsible for extra night accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or other destinations. You might have to take extra night accommodation due to early arrival, late departure, early return from the trek, or due to any other reasons than the scheduled itinerary. You have to bear the cost of crew members as well as yours for meals & accommodation if you have to take an extra day in the trek.
You are travelling to the Annapurna Region and require permits for the trip. The permits required during the Annapurna Eco-Community Trek are: 1. ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) Permit 2. TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card
At Kathmandu & Pokhara, Breakfast is from the hotel side while the guest has to arrange Lunch and Dinner on their own. At the same time, it is the best chance to explore Nepali-style food in Nepali Restaurants. On request, Lunch & Dinner is served. Farewell dinner will be served on behalf of Lets Trip Nepal Adventure Pvt. Ltd. The meal during the Annapurna Eco-Community Trek will be a simple and authentic Nepalese style. Breakfast and dinner will be served at the tea house where you are staying overnight, and lunch will be served on the way. During community homestay, the meals will be served in a community hall where every traveller gathers and have their meal. A Lunch box is prepared when trekking from Nangi to Mohare Hill. The meals provided are fresh, organic, and locally grown vegetables. We don’t recommend having non-veg items (meats & dairy) during the trek, as they are not hygienic & healthy. Consumption of alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items & hot chocolate is bad during high altitude trek. All the Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be in the package during the trek.
The Annapurna Eco-Community Trek is moderate. You descend and ascend slowly while taking a rest. Your body condition doesn’t need to be top-notched. But the trek will be easier and more successful if you could walk 5-6 hours per day. Beware of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) while trekking. There is a gain in altitude and your body must be well-acclimatized. To have the stabilized stamina, attitude and determination you can have a week-long walking practice before your trek day. If you have any critical problems like heart disease, blood cancer, lungs problem, and other life-threatening diseases, please consult your doctor before trekking and take the necessary measures. You must inform any kind of such complication to Lets Trip Nepal Adventure Pvt. Ltd. as well.
The best time to experience Annapurna Eco-Community Trek will be in Autumn (September–November) and Spring (March-May). This is the best time to explore the unexplored terrain and the climatic condition is favorable. The weather will be warm, clean, and sunny with an incredible view of mountains and hills on the horizon. Get awed by the beautiful sunrise and sunset experience. During spring, different colours of Rhododendron cover the forest region. The winter season (December–February) is cold for trekking. The summer/monsoon season (June–August) is also favourable for trekking yet the trail is slippery. Be prepared for rainfall.
Tipping is solely a traveller’s choice, be more or less entirely their perception. The wages provided to Guide(s) & Porter(s) for the trek are basic wages which will be used for meals & accommodation. Normally, tips are offered at the end of the trek or the end of the whole trip. The amount to give is decided by the group depending upon your perception of service quality, length of trip, budget, and appreciation of their work. In Nepalese culture, tipping is the way to express your happiness about the trip and our service quality. Our company crews; Guide(s), Porter(s) & driver(s) are always there for you to take care and make your trip a success – the trip of a lifetime experience.
The weight limit for your baggage is 8 kg per trekker. Porters will be assigned to carry your baggage for your trek. One porter will carry the bags of two guests. The combined baggage should not exceed more than 16 kg. We are travelling to higher altitudes and should think about porters as well. So, we never overload our porters. You should carry your knapsack or backpack (with your valuables or anything important) on your own. Only carry what are essentials, you have to leave any excess baggage either at your hotel or at the Lets Trip Nepal Adventure store for free and it’ll be completely safe.
Your trekking trail goes to the remote destinations of Nepal. Most of the places don’t have a good health centre or even medicine at the time. So, you have to carry the necessary medicine and think about travel safety. Our, guide(s) and porter(s) will not be responsible for bad health hazards due to the use of any medicine. They are only responsible to make your treks successful and give guidance during the trip.
We try our 100% effort to make your trip smooth and unforgettable. We guaranteed you to give 100% service to your payment. However, due to some unavoidable circumstances; like a landslide, flood, snowfall, political unrest, flight cancellation, sickness or accident, etc., the overall itinerary might get affected. We will not be responsible for such changes. The guests will have to bear any extra costing of self as well as the guide & the porters.
We have got a wide range of packages for our valued guests. The package starts from Kathmandu and ends up at various well-known destinations of Nepal as well as restricted areas too. If you are looking for any extreme and customized trek you can mail us at letstripnepal@gmail.com. We are at your service 24/7.
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