Arrival Day in Kathmandu
A representative of Adventure White Mountain will receive you at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and will transfer you to the hotel. If you are fresh enough and not tired by the journey, you can take the short walk over Thamel and enjoy the evening. Overnight in a hotel.
Drive to Pokhara
After having breakfast we leave Kathmandu for Pokhara City of lakes. We either go in a private vehicle or a tourist bus. It takes around six to seven hours to reach Pokhara. The journey in between is so marvelous. You can view the Trishuli River cable car and various waterfalls on the way. Right before entering Pokhara the breathtaking view of Machhpuchhre (Fishtail) mountain will leave you speechless. You will be at Pokhara by noon. You can roam around Pokhara. If interested, you can enjoy boating at Phewa Lake. You can see the lifestyle of Pokhara.
Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga
After breakfast, we leave for Nayapul from Pokhara. It is a starting point for the Jomsom trial. Tikhedhunga is our instant destination where we will spend our night. A short walk along Modi Khola will lead you to Birethanti where many tea houses and tea shops are found. Again, we follow the north bank route of Bhurungdi Khola. We arrive at Hille after a steady climb and further a short climb will take us to Tikhedhunga.
Walking for around 15 minutes will take us to Birethanti where many tea shops and tea houses are found. Following the north bank route of Bhurungdi Khola, we reach Hille. A short and steady climb from Hille will get us to Tikhedhunga where we will spend a night.
Tikhedunga - Ghorepani
The first destination is Ulleri for today. So, after breakfast, we will move towards Ulleri where the majority of Magar people inhabit. Ulleri is sited at an elevation of 2,070m from sea level. Moving forward we reach Banthanti. Witnessing the beautiful forest we come to Nangethanti. After walking for an hour we reach Ghorepani where we will halt tonight.
Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani
Now the important day has finally arrived. Today is a day to experience the rare beauty of nature. We get up early in the morning and head towards Poon Hill. Poon hill is a popular hill station. It is even a perfect destination to seize the unbarred beauty of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. The rays of the sun beautifully strike on the surface of these mountains will leave everyone stunned. After spending some time here we get back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the best trekking destinations in terms of Nepal. Hundreds and thousands of people come to visit every year. Mounting along with the forests and ridges from Ghorepani, we arrive at Deurali. From Ghorepani, ascending along ridges and forests we reach Deurali. We go downhill for Banthanti and come to Tadapani.
Tadapani to Chomrung
Today we reach Gurjung. The path is steep but not so difficult. Gurung people are the inhabitants of this place. An easy walk from Gurjung will take you to Chomrung. The sanctuary valley actually begins from Chomrung.
Chomrung to Bamboo
It is a wonderful walking experience from Chomrung to Bamboo. We need to descend 2,500 stone steps and cross Chomrung Khola. Now we take an uphill climb to reach Sinuwa which is our next stop. Again after passing Kuldighar we arrive at Bamboo and conclude our day here.
Bamboo to Deurali
On the way to Deurali from Bamboo, you will encounter dense bamboo forest. At the end of the bamboo forest, there is a Himalaya Hotel. You can sun bask for some time. Below Himalaya Hotel view of the glacial river is seen which is so pure and magical. We again move through a dry forest and finally reach Hinku cave which is our next destination. After walking a few miles we arrive at Deurali and spend a night.
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp
Today is a tough day as you have to climb uphill the whole day. Passing through a hidden valley we arrive at Machhapuchhre Base Camp. We take a short break there. Machhapuchhre Base Camp is just a name given to the camp because, in reality, the government has not permitted to climb Machhapuchhre to date. Annapurna base camp trek is now our prime destination which is only two hours far from Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The base camp is located at a height of 4,130 m. It is regarded as Annapurna Sanctuary because the Annapurna region envelops Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) mountain which is deliberated as home to Lord Shiva.
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
After breakfast, we get back to the track for Bamboo. It is a downward slope trail and comparatively easy as well. Overnight in Bamboo.
Bamboo to Jhinu Danda
Today is again a turn to climb uphill. We move to Kuldighar and get a downhill path to reach Chomrung. We again go further to Jhinu Dada where we end our day
Jhinu Dada to Pothana
The journey from Jhinu Dada to Pothana excites you well as it offers you to take a look at beautiful landscapes, waterfall, hills, and mountains. Overnight in Pothana.
Pothana to Phedi and drive to Pokhara
We take an easy way to reach Phedi from Pothana. Phedi in English means a settlement at bottom of the hill. We drive to Pokhara from Phedi on a vehicle. After arriving at Pokhara you can have nice refreshment. You will enjoy the evening and nightlife of Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
Drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara
Now it is time to head back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. We will have breakfast and drive back. The staff of Adventure White Mountain will accompany you in the evening as they will invite you for a farewell dinner for positively completing the trip.
Back to your destination
Here ends your Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking. A representative of Adventure White Mountain will drop you at the airport three hours before your arranged flight to help you reach your destination. See you again!
