GUIDED TREKKING IN THE ANNAPURNA REGION AND MUSTANG (RESTRICTED) TREK
COMMENCE YOUR TREK ON ANY DATE WITHIN THE INDICATED SEASONS
HEA/09 ANNAPURNA ADVENTURE
8 Day Camping Trek Grade 2 (Easy to moderate)
Sept. to December; February to May
The route first leads from Pokhara to the village of Ghachok,
situated on a high cliff top overlooking the Seti River valley.
There are excellent views of Machhapuchhare (6997 m), the famous
Fishtail Mountain towering above the village, with Annapurna II
(7937 m) and Annapurna IV (7507 m) at the top of the valley and
when the campsite above the village of Siklis is reached, the
"whaleback" peak of Lamjung Himal (7246 m) dominates the skyline.
The trailside scenery varies between terraced fields, rhododendron
and oak forests and non-tourist villages. It is quite likely that
the villagers somewhere along the way will entertain you with
a "cultural show" which means traditional singing and dancing.
Transport to and from start of trek by tourist bus or optional
flight. Transport to and from start of trek by tourist bus or
optional flight.
2008 Price for 8 day trek: US$ 590 per person ex Kathmandu
forgroup of at least 2 persons
Discounts for groups of 4 or more persons.
HEA/10 LAMJUNG HIMAL TREK
14 days Camping Trek Grade 3 (Moderate)
March - May & September - November/December
Starting from the historical town of Gorkha, this interesting
route crosses the valleys of the Daraundi and Marsyangdi rivers,
before climbing to the eastern extension of the Annapurna range.
There are excellent viewpoints for the peaks of Manaslu, Peak
29, the Annapurnas and Lamjung Himal.
Highlight of the trek is an exploration day spent near Lamjung
Himal Base Camp on a huge alpine plateau. The return trek to Pokhara
leads to Thulo Kot . From this vantage point there are views stretching
from Dhaulagiri in the west to Manaslu in the east. Transport
to and from start of trek by tourist bus or optional flight. Transport
to and from start of trek by tourist bus or optional flight.
2008 Price for 14 Day Lamjung Himal Trek:
$US 850 per person ex Kathmandu for groups of at least 2 persons
Discounts for groups of 4 or more persons.
HEA/03A ANNAPURNA/DHAULAGIRI/KHAIRE LAKES
14 Days Camping & Lodge Trek
Grade: 3 Moderate Feb. - May & Sept. - Dec.
The route leads through terraced hillsides to the village of Ghorepani
and Poon Hill. After the vantage point of Poon Hill with stunning
views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South, the route leaves habitation
behind and leads through forests to a ridge line at 4000 m. The
views are magnificent: Annapurna South, which from this angle
looks like a steeple, towers overhead, while Dhaulagiri, neighbouring
Tukche and the Nilgiris dominate the sky to the west. Very far
below is the deep chasm of the Kali Gandaki Valley, and to the
south the rolling foothills stretch all the way to India. An optional
day trip from camp leads to the sacred Khaire Lakes. Transport
to and from start of trek by tourist bus or optional flight. Transport
to and from start of trek by tourist bus or optional flight.
2008 Price for 14 Day Trek:
$US 780 per person ex Kathmandu for groups of at least 2 persons
Discounts for groups of 4 or more persons.
HEA/38 MUSTANG TREK(RESTRICTED) 17 Days
Grade 3 (Moderate) March - May & Aug. - Nov.
MUSTANG TREK IMAGES SHOWN ON RIGHT >>
The region around Lo Manthang, the principal township in the Mustang
Province is a "restricted area" for trekking purposes. This means
that a special permit has to be obtained and a liaison officer
is to accompany all trekking groups. Our Mustang trek itinerary
includes 12 days in the restricted area which gives you enough
time to explore Lo Manthang and the neighbouring valleys thoroughly.
Here are some details:
The ancient Kingdom of Mustang was attached to Tibet in the 14th
century, although it remained an autonomous dynasty. Later it
was annexed by Nepal, but the people still remain predominantly
Tibetan. Untouched by the outside world or the Chinese Cultural
Revolution, 16th century monasteries still remain active to preserve
this magnificent trans-himalayan kingdom, with their unrivalled
thankas, mandalas and deities.
In this wild lunar landscape of unreal colour and beauty, ruggedly
carved mountains reach up to deep blue skies, while icy peaks
glimmer majestically to the south. Vast and barren ridges extend
to the northern horizon making one feel like an insignificant
dot on a timeless landscape.
A journey to Mustang is a journey of remarkable contrasts. Stark
Tibetan landscapes contrast with lush rice fields and Hindu shrines
with cliff hanging monasteries.
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TILICHO LAKE TREK VIA MANANG - TO JOMSOM "Off the beaten Path"
Best times: Late April to June and September/October -
Grade 3/4 (Moderate/Demanding)
OUR EXPERIENCED GUIDES ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE BEST ROUTE DEPENDING
ON CONDITIONS
COMBINES WELL WITH "ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT" TREK.
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