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Annapurna Trek (Anti-Clockwise)

Enjoy Spectacular views and quaint villages on this easygoing, 1-week annapurna journey

Annapurna Trek (Anti Clockwise) : Trip Overview

Located right in the middle of the Nepalese Himalayas, the Annapurna region boasts some of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal . The Annapurna Conservation Area is the country’s largest protected natural territory, offering shorter treks suitable for families and inexperienced hikers, as well as challenging and rewarding routes for the seasoned explorer.

When choosing lower-lying trekking routes, you can spend a few days traversing through quaint villages inhabited by hill peoples such as Gurungs, Magars, Tamangs, Thakalis and Chepangs. On a clear day you’ll get stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range, including the rocky Annapurna II (7937m), the snowy Annapurna III (7555m) and Machapuchare (6993m), otherwise known as Fishtail.
Meanwhile, if you opt for a longer trip, you can spend weeks meandering from agricultural areas at lower altitudes, all the way up to alpine pastures, rocky plateaus and snowy peaks. In the mornings you can watch the sunrise light up towering mountain peaks, and enjoy your morning tea with the sound of yak bells tinkling in the distance.

The Annapurna region may not be home to the highest mountains in this part of the world, but it is more easily accessible than the Everest Base camp trek . Many Annapurna trek starting points are a short drive away from Pokhara, Nepal’s second most populous city.

Trip Highlights

  • A relatively short, easy trek that does not require acclimatisation (max altitude 2000m)
  • Suitable for families or trekkers with less experience
  • Spectacular sunrise and sunset views of the Annapurna mountain range
  • Passing through picturesque Gurung villages where you can meet locals and learn about their culture
  • Staying in the heritage village of Ghandruk at a luxurious Ker & Downey lodge

Daily Itinerary

Day 1. Fly Kathmandu → Pokhara

By flight and Pokhara to Phedi – by car

Day 2. Trek Phedi → Australian Camp – approx. 3-4 hours

Phedi- starting point of the trek , Australian Camp – 1 Night stay

Day 3. Trek Australian Camp → Deurali – approx. 4-5 hours

1 Night stay

Day 4. Trek Deurali → Landruk – approx. 4-5 hours

1 Night stay

Day 5. Trek Landruk → Gandruk – approx. 4-5 hours

Spend the night at Ker & Downey’s Himalaya lodge.

Day 6. Trek Ghandruk → Kimche – approx. 3-4 hours

Syauli Bazar. Spend the night.

Day 7. Trek Syauli Bazar → Birethanti – approx. 4 hours.

Spend the Night.

Day 8. Trek Birethanti → (3-4 hours) Nayapul.

Drive to Pokhara

Day 9. Fly Pokhara → Kathmandu (25mins)

By flight

Our Travel Expert

Udaya Gartaula

+9779801026642

info@rolwalingtrek.com

Cancellations & Refunds

At Rolwaling Trek, we just want our clients to have the best possible experiences. That’s why we don’t withhold deposits or have a fixed cancellation policy. We understand that sometimes life puts you in unexpected situations, so if you have to cancel or postpone a trip, there’s no need to worry.

If you need to change plans, please get in touch with us as soon as you can, and we will make the necessary arrangements to amend or cancel your trip. You can contact us at: +977 – 9801026642.

Notes

  • Trekking routes can be customised to suit your personal interests, abilities and time constraints.
  • If an area does not have good quality accommodation options, we can provide very comfortable camping-style accommodation for the duration of your journey.
  • Rolwaling also has a team of cooks who specialise in making Japanese cuisine, using authentic ingredients from Japan.
  • A lot of the fresh produce used in our dishes is sourced locally from growers in the trekking region.

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