"Annapurna Sanctuary" or Annapurna Base Camp as the place is known to the Nepalese is considered sacred, though there is no documentation to show how long this state of affair has prevailed. It is, however, certain that it was so, long before the first trekkers appeared. The Annapurna Sanctuary forms a natural amphitheater, ringed by Annapurna South and I, Varahashikhar, Gangapurna and Machhapuchhare or "Fish Tail" as it is commonly known.
The Sanctuary falls within the area managed by the Annapurna Conservation Area Project and is an exercise in environmental and cultural protection accommodating the needs of both the visitors and the local inhabitants.
There is a good mix of high mountains and Himalayan culture on this trek. The Annapurna Himal lies between the Kali Gandaki and Marsyangdi river valley, forming a solid, mountain bastion. In its span of 40 miles, it encompasses some twelve peaks higher than 22,960 ft. and numerous others over 19,680 ft. And, as rhododendron forests give way to bamboo groves which in turn vanish into the high, desert landscapes, people of Aryan stock give way to those of Mongoloid stock and the dominant religion changes from Hinduism in the lower reaches to Buddhism higher up.
- Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu (4,593 ft.)
- Day 02 Final preparation for trekking , Kathmandu
- Day 03 Fly Kathmandu-Pokhara, begin trek.- Ghandruk ( 6,350 ft.)
- Day 04 Trek Ghandruk
- Day 05 Chomrong - Bamboo ( 7,675 ft.)
- Day 06 Bamboo
- Day 07 Himalayan Hotel- Machhapuchhre B.C. ( 10,760 ft.)
- Day 08 Machhapuchhre B.C.
- Day 09 Annapurna B.C.
- Day 10 Dovan
- Day 11 Jinnu Danda - Potana
- Day 12 Potana -Pokhara
- Day 13 Fly Pokhara -Kathmandu
- Day 14 Kathmandu - U.S or an extension
Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu (4,593 ft.)
Upon arrival in Kathmandu a Third Eye Travel's representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your Hotel.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02 Final preparation for trekking , Kathmandu
Free day in Kathmandu to make the final preparations for your trek or do some exploring on your own. We will be happy to arrange sightseeing tours of the valley for you if you desire. Please ask for this service with our airport representative upon arrival.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 03 Fly Kathmandu-Pokhara, begin trek.- Ghandruk ( 6,350 ft.)
Transfer to airport and fly to Pokhara. Your trekking guide will meet you at the airport and drive you to Kimche, the starting point of the trek.
Start the trek gently climbing many stone steps and arrive in a famous Gurkha Village Ghandruk. Enjoy the spectacular views of Fish Tail, Annapurna South and other mountains.
You may like to take short walk around the village and see the daily life of the villagers.
Overnight in Lodge
Day 04 Trek Ghandruk
After breakfast head north to the Kimrong Khola and village of Khimrung through forest of oak and firs forest. Passing through the village the trail crosses the Chomrong Khola and climbs high leading to the villages of Chomrong, opposite the impressive south wall of Annapurna South. This is the last major settlement before the Sanctuary,
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 05 Chomrong - Bamboo ( 7,675 ft.)
Continue to Khuldi as there are no difficult stretches, though there is some gain in altitude. The trail is high on the left bank of the Modi Khola. Khuldi is at the opening of the gorge, between Machhapuchhare and Himchuli, which leads into the Sanctuary. From Khuldi the trail acquires an altered character as you pass through dense bamboo forests under rocky overhangs. The Modi Khola flows far below you to the right and on your left are dramatic waterfalls cascading down the rock walls of Himchuli.
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 06 Bamboo
Now the trails traverse high above the river. Beyond Dovan, the trail traverses several avalanche canyon to the Deurali.
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 07 Himalayan Hotel- Machhapuchhre B.C. ( 10,760 ft.)
Still heading up the gorge of the Modi Khola you reach the Base Camp of Machhapuchhare.
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 08 Machhapuchhre B.C.
Turning north-west you will reach the Annapurna South Base Camp. You are surrounded by the summits of Himchuli, Annapurna South, Varahashikhar, Annapurna I, Tarke Kang, Singu Chuli and Tharpu Chuli. To the north-east, beyond Singu and Tharpu Chuli are the summits of Gangapurna and Annapurna III while Machhapuchhare provides a stunning backdrop over the trail from its Base Camp.
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 09 Annapurna B.C.
Morning descend down to Machhapuchhare Base Camp. Backtracking over the trail from Machhapuchhare B.C. and Hinko, you descend fast to the settlement at Kuldighar along the Modi Khola. Continue to Bamboo.
Overnight at Bamboo.
Day 10 Dovan
Descend from Dovan to Bamboo through rhododendron forests, oaks and bamboo plants. Continue to Jinnu Danda.
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 11 Jinnu Danda - Potana
Continue to Potana through Landruk. Today is a bit long day. However, Potana is nice place to spend a night with amazing views.
Overnight at Lodge.
Day 12 Potana -Pokhara
Descend down to the nearest road, and drive to Pokhara.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13 Fly Pokhara -Kathmandu
Transfer to airport and fly to Kathmandu. You will be met and transferred to hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 14 Kathmandu - U.S or an extension
Transfer to airport and fly back to U.S. or extend your trip to Bhutan, India, Thailand or Myanmar.