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The
ancient trade route to Mustang and Tibet
,up the Kali Ghandaki river, presents one
of the most developed trekking trails offering
comfortable lodges run by Gurung and Thakali
families. Starting from Pokhara we ascend
the Annapurna foothills through picturesque
Gurung villages and continue through lichen-draped
rhododendron forest to climb Poon Hill at
dawn for spectacular views of Dhaulagiri
and Annapurna ranges. Later we will trek
up the deepest valley in the world situated
between two Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri
(8,167m/26,788ft.) and Annapurna (8,091m/26,538ft.).
As we trek up the Kali Gandaki valley we
pass though the traditional and prosperous
villages of Tukuche, Ghasa, Marpha and Jomsom.
The Thakalis, a traditional traders, have
converted their charming and wonderfully
clean homes into trekkers' lodges and are
well known as one of the most gracious and
successful inn-keepers in Nepal. Past Jomsom
we reach the arid Tibet-like landscape of
Mustang. At Muktinath, set below the Thorung
La pass, we have a day to explore the temple
and villages and enjoy wonderful mountain
views before taking the flight back from
Jomsom.
Moderate
to difficult trekking from 900m (3,000ft)
to 3,800m (12,500ft). Accommodation in comfortable
lodges run by local families. The trek starts
in Pokhara and includes all meals, road-head
transports, services of experienced trek
guide and porter to carry luggage. Clients
carry a day-pack only and walk at their
own pace.
| TREK
DATES - 2005 (ex Kathmandu) |
01-12
Jan, 2005 |
01-12
May, 2005 |
01-12
Feb, 2005 |
01-12
Oct, 2005 |
01-12
Mar, 2005 |
01-12
Nov, 2005 |
01-12
Apr, 2005 |
01-12
Dec, 2005 |
| Private
treks are available on request. |
| TREK
DATES - 2006 (ex Kathmandu) |
01-12
Jan, 2006 |
01-12
May, 2006 |
01-12
Feb, 2006 |
01-12
Oct, 2006 |
01-12
Mar, 2006 |
01-12
Nov, 2006 |
01-12
Apr, 2006 |
01-12
Dec, 2006 |
| Private
treks are available on request. |
| Trek
Cost: |
US$ 700 per person |
Airfare
Extra: |
Jomsom/Pokhara
- US$ 75 Per Person |
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T I N E R A R Y:
Day 01: Drive Kathmndu to Pokhara
to Phedi.
Start trek to Dhampus or Pothana.
Day 02: Trek to Gandruk.
Day 03: Trek to Banthanti.
Day 04: Trek to Gorepani. pm - Free
at Gorepani.
Day 05: Early morning climb Poon Hill
for sunrise views of Annapurna-Dhaulagiri
ranges. Afterwards trek to Tatopani.
Day 06: Trek to Ghasa.
Day 07: Trek to Tukuche.
Day 08: Trek to Marpha.
Day 09: Trek to Kagbeni.
Day 10: Trek to Muktinath. Afternoon
visit Muktinath Temple.
Day 11: Trek to Jomsom.
Day 12: Fly Jomsom to Pokhara.
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