Day 01:  Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to the Hotel.

On a first day, you will be picked up by our representative at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and then escort you to the hotel. During the period, you will be informed about trip details, trekking info, planning and other related information that you might require in Nepal.

Day 02:  Half day Kathmandu valley sightseeing.

We will have half day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley which includes a visit to Pashupati temple, Baudha Nath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar squares.

Note: There are more other beautiful place in Kathmandu valley such as Kapan monastry, Swoyambhunath, Nagarkot, Godavari Botanical Park, etc. Please inform us which place you want to visit as it is not possible to visit all place in single day.

Day 03: Fly or Drive to Pokhara & Trek to Bhumdi Village (1,500m, 3 hrs walk)

As per the flight schedule for Pokhara, our staff will transfer you to the domestic airport for a short half hour scenic flight to Pokhara. On arrival at Pokhara our trekking staff will meet and receive you for a short drive on the suburb of Pokhara to start this scenic trekking. Trek begins with about 1-2 hr uphill through the rice terraces, once on the ridge a gradual walk for 2-3 hrs through the farmvillageofGurung(one of the famed Gurkha hill tribes of Nepal) with few ups and down brings you to the overnight camp at the suburb of Bhumdi village.

A superb view of theAnnapurnamountain range can be seen from the campsite.

Day 04: Trek to Panchase Bhanjyang (2,200m, 4-5 hrs)

The trek from here leads to a gradual uphill leaving the farm villages behind through the cool shade of the temperate forest of oaks and rhododendron and meadows with occasional view of theAnnapurnaranges. The walk is fairly moderate for few hours, lunch is served on the open grass meadows after a 3-4 hr walk, after lunch a gradual climb through the woods, another two hours downhill and uphill walk brings you to a small settlement of Panchase Bhanjyang at approx 2,200m altitude.

Panchase Bhanjyang is situated at the base of Panchase hill. The campsite offers magnificent view of the snow-capped range and of the surrounding landscapes.

Day 05: Hike to Panchase Hill & Trek to Bhadaure Village (2,550m, 4-5 hrs)

Early morning about 2 hrs hike to Panchase-hill top at 2,550m for the superb panorama of Mt.Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Mt. Manaslu range, Panchase is also a holy spot during the auspicious time once a year, pilgrims from the nearby village and as far from Pokhara pay their homage. There are several religious shrines around; with a view tower to catch more glimpse of the panorama.

Return to Bhanjyang for lunch and continue the nice journey to Bhadaure village through the pristine rain forest till the camp is reached just above the village, from this spot a view of Mt.Dhaulagiri, Mt Annapurna south and Mt Maccahapuchare can be seen, with ample time to visit the Gurung village at Bhumdi.

Day 06: Trek to Naudanda & drive to Pokhara.

The trek today is one of the most easy walk overlooking the views of the snow capped mountain and the terraced farm fields and fertile valleys passing through several farm villages and paddy fields, as we get lower area, come across more Hindu tribe the landscapes and climate changes into sub-tropical and to more rice paddy field, after 4-5 hours walk trek joins the Baghlung-Pokhara highway at Naudanda, from here board on the Bus for the short drive to Pokhara for the overnight stop by the Lake Phewa with time for a walk around the Lake side.

Day 07: Pokhara Sightseeing and Rest Day

A free day at Pokhara for sightseeing tour, morning boat ride with a short hike to Buddhist Stupa afternoon visit the Bhindabhasine Tempe premises, the Seti Gorge and the David’s Fall, evening at leisure.

Day 08: Drive or Fly back to Kathmandu.

Morning after breakfast drive back to Kathmandu on the scenic busy highway following the River Trisuli and then a long up hill drive to reach the outskirt of Kathmandu, on reaching Kathmandu check in to respective Hotel.

Note: Transportation depends on your package, please inform us for which transportation you want to choose.

Day 09: Leisure, shopping and farewell dinner at Kathmandu.

A free day in Kathmandu, please inform our office staff if you would like to go on another short tour in and around Kathmandu Valley or for scenic mountain flight or rafting or any other trekking activities.

Day 10: Free airport transfer for final departure.

Today as per your international flight time, keep your confirmed air ticket, and your passport handy. Our office staff will take you to the airport for your final departure from this amazing country, Nepal.

Fixed Departure Coming Soon. We have everyday departure for Annapurna Panchase Trekking. Please contact us to book your date of Departure or Join other groups.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:

1. Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by private car / van
2. Three nights accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu and 2 night at tourist hotel in Pokhara.
3. Kathmandu city tour as per the above itinerary
4. Meals on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) prepared by our expert cook during trek.
5. Twin sharing tented accommodation during the trek
6. An experience guide (trained by Ministry of tourism), required number of porters, their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments
7. Annapurna conservation entry fees and TIMS card
8. Trekking equipment (two men tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, table with chairs, kitchen utensils, and other necessary equipments during the trek)
9. All surface transfer to/from Kathmandu by bus/car/van
10. First aid medical kit bag.
11. All government and local taxes.
12. Office service charge.

OUR SERVICES EXCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:

1. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
2. Your travel insurance.
3. Garbage deposit fee US$ 250.00 (Refundable)
4. International airfare and airport departure tax.
5. Nepal entry visa , you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International
6. Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.) (US$ 40 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60 days from date of issue.
7. Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
8. Personal trekking and climbing equipment.
9. Any others expenses which are not mentioned on price includes section
10. Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is appreciated but it is not mandatory)

Upon Arrival

When you arrive at Tribhuban International Airport, our staff will greet you and transport you to your accomodations. After resting, the next day you will have a sightseeing tour of the city’s most influential cultural landmarks. Before departing for your trek, we will review your itinerary, introduce you to your guide and help with the final preparations for your journey.

Accommodation

You will be spending three nights at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast, normally the Hotel Vaisahi, Samsara Resort or Hotel Vajra. During the Annapurna Panchase Trekking we provide the best available lodges/guesthouses on a twin-sharing basis. Some guesthouses are basic with shared washing and toilet facilities. If you are travelling in a group, you will share a room with someone else of the same gender from your group. If you prefer a single room, you may indicate your preference on request and pay a supplement. Keep in mind that there are several places which do not allow single accommodations during peak season, but we will try our best to accomodate your preferences if possible.

Meals and Drinking Water

We provide quality food in sufficient quantities (breakfast, lunch and dinner) from guesthouses chosen from a menu . Tea or coffee is also included with meals. While Royal Syaglung Trekking, your guide will help with menu selection and ensure that you get the best value meals possible. Although the food is usually plentiful and delicious, you should be aware that the menu is not normally extensive due to the extreme locations. Most teahouses offer a variety of rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup and seasonal vegetables. A variety of cereals, bread and egg dishes are generally available for breakfast. There will also be plenty of snacks available such as biscuits, chocolate and soft drinks and in some areas you will find fresh fruit in season. You can buy bottled mineral water from local lodges and shops en route or you can also ask your guide to fill your water bottle with boiled water and treat with water purification pills.

Our Trekking Guides and Staff

Your guide’s role is to ensure that all aspects of the trip run smoothly. He will share his local knowledge, and provide advice on how to fill your free time as well as co-ordinate the day-to-day running of the tour – although occasionally he may need your understanding if things do not go according to plan. If you have any problems on the tour, please let your guide know so that steps can be taken to correct the situation.

We are a well-established adventure company and we employ professional trekking guides with comprehensive knowledge of English and all required supplementary crew members (everyone has basic communication skills). We also provide training for our staff, thus enhancing their work efficiency. Our guides are intimately familiar with all local castes and customs along the trails and will share with you many cultural insights that are not covered in any guide book. You will have many chances to learn Nepali phrases and other cultural aspects throughout your trek. All of Osho World Adventures’s guides receive training in the following courses.

1. Trekking Guide Training &licensed- Government of Nepal, Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation department of Hotel Management & Tourism Training Centre
2. Eco Trekking Workshop and Adventure Meet TAAN (Trekking Agents Association of Nepal)
3. Intensive Wilderness First Aid KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
4. English Language KEEP
5. Conservation and Biodiversity TAAN
6. Rock, Ice Climbing and Mountaineering (Climbing leaders) Nepal Mountaineering Association

Travel Insurance

To be adequately protected in terms of insurance, you will need specialized travel insurance for participation in hazardous activities. A travel insurance policy that covers emergency evacuation, trip injury, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment and expenses is strongly recommended. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal such as trekking and climbing. Our agency can arrange for the appropriate policy based on your trek.

Climate and Weather

The climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks take place, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional trekking season in Nepal is late September to December, with October and November generally recognized as having the best weather. Spring is also a popular time of year with warmer weather and the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom. The visibility is good and days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.

The Annapurna Camp trek is likely to have a wide range of temperatures depending on the altitude and the time of day. In the mountains up to 3,500m the nights will be cool, normally around 5 degree C, and during the day temperatures sometimes rise to 25 degree C. At higher altitudes temperatures range from about 15 degree C to -10 degree C.

Group Size

We bring together a small group of likeminded people to give them a memorable and insightful travel experience with an invaluable opportunity to interact in a fun-filled environment. Our travel group generally comprises a maximum of 12 members. We need a minimum of 2 participants to run our fixed departure dates. For individualized trips, no minimum or maximum applies. If you would like to travel independently or with your friends, families and colleagues, you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time frame for any number of people.

Responsible Travel

The beautiful environment of the Himalaya is also an extremely fragile one. At Osho World Adventure, we are extremely conscious about the environment and aim to minimize the detrimental impact as much as possible. As deforestation is one of the greatest environmental threats, we do not have campfires and we use kerosene as cooking fuel. We also discourage trekkers from using wood-fuelled hot showers in lodges along the way. Many lodges, however, now provide solar energy, a far more eco-friendly alternative.

Garbage disposal is another major problem. Some of the busier trails are at times strewn with litter and garbage thrown by irresponsible trekking groups. Our staff members are well motivated towards eco-friendly practices. We carry the non-biodegradable garbage, apart from that which can be safely and easily burned at the campsite. Our aim is to help protect and preserve this beautiful environment for future generations of trekkers to enjoy.

While on trekking, you will not get the same level of comfort as you would at your home. This is majesty of trekking and to be more adventurous.  But there are some requisites that trekker should consider before making any trekking trip. The trekkers should be equipped with all necessary elements and supplies.

You can find good quality trekking gear in Nepal; however they are not purely original. Below is the list of all trekking gear that you need while trekking in lower or higher altitudes. Please make sure you will have enough trekking gear from following list.

Please note that you main bag is either carried by porter or yak which you might not have access during day. Hence it is recommended to carry separate bag by yourself with all necessary stuff like water bottle, Personal first aid kit, sun cream, sweater or down jacket, rain parka and lunch box.

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