Arrive in Kathmandu

Upon your Arrival,we will welcome you in the terminal hall in Tribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu. We will transfer you to your  hotel and introduce you to your trekking guide, and together you can enjoy a hot cup of masala tea and have an in depth discussion about your trek, including the trekking route, anything you need, the necessities for the trek, and any general suggestions for preparing for your upcoming adventure. 

Sightseeing & trek preparation in Kathmandu

Today you will take a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu with our appointed City Guide! Kathmandu is rich with Hindu and Buddhist history, so with an early morning start, you will visit places such as: the Hindu shrine of Pashupatinath, the Buddhist shrine of Boudhanath, the “city of fine arts - Patan Durbar Square, Krishna temple, Kumbeswore Temple, Golden Temple, the 2000 year old “Monkey Temple” - Swayambunath Stupa, and Basantaur Durbar Square - home to the living goddess Kumari. In the afternoon you can get acquainted with the local area around Thamel market, as we help you finish your final trek preparations with a spot of gear hire and/or shopping. In the evening we will officially greet you with a Welcome Dinner serving traditional authentic Nepali food in Kathmandu. 

Kathmandu (1,350m) to Pokhara (750m: 45mins) then Australian Camp (1,970m: 3 hours)

The first official day of our trek will begin with a scenic domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, which is by far the most comfortable mode of travel between these two cities. This 45-minute flight is packed with glimpses of Annapurna peaks, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal ranges. If you’re lucky enough, and if the skies cooperate, you might even catch a look at  Mt. Everest, which is nearly 200 km away!

After reaching  Pokhara in the early morning  you’ll head towards Kanda, where a warm cup of tea will re-energize you. From there you will proceed trekking towards Australian Camp  (2 hours trek).

Australian Camp (1,970m) to Low Camp/Forest Camp (2,550m: 5-6 hours)

The ascending journey from Australian Camp to Low Camp is when the excitement begins to rise! Today you’ll continue on this 5-6 hour trek and along the way you’ll get to socialize with fellow hikers. Rhododendrons and magnolia trees will be your guide for a while until you reach Forest Camp, where you can take time to reflect, or explore more of the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. Be sure to take a good look outside your window,the iconic views of the peaks from your accommodation is unmatched.

Low Camp/Forest Camp (2,550m) to High Camp (3,580m: 6-7 hours)

As we depart from Forest Camp (2,550m) and reach Kokar,  the ridge begins getting steeper, making the hike more exhilarating on this 6-7 hour ascent. The biodiversity leads you to a sometimes grassy and other times snow capped High Camp, depending on the time of year. Depending on what time you arrive, you can enjoy a late lunch or afternoon tea with Annapurna South. What a soothing way to end the day!

High Camp (3,580m) to Sidding Village (1,280m: 7 hours)

Having accomplished the heights of High Camp yesterday, today you’ll begin your descent and return with a sense of achievement combined with memories of mind-blowing views from Base Camp that will be stuck in your thoughts for a long time.

Our descent into Sidding village is going to be rather steep along the way, however, you will be rewarded with sights of stunning waterfalls, suspension bridges, and some local villages on the way down.

High Camp (3,580m) to Siding Village (1,280m: 7 hours)

This is quite a descent, so you will be able to take in the views that were too tiring to look at whilst ascending, and if you like running, you will reach even faster to the Siding village.

Sidding Village (1,280m) to Lumre (2-3 hours), then to Pokhara (750m)

Start your final day of trekking with a local, homemade breakfast in Sidding village, which is the largest village of Mardi Himal, and exhibits a diverse range of cultural traditions. We will descend further through the forest leaving the mountains behind, only to be accompanied by the views of tranquil valleys and lush fields. It will take us 2-3 hours to make our way towards Lumre, where we will find the road back to Pokhara. Take time here to relax, enjoy a hot shower, and hit the streets of Pokhara in the evening to explore and enjoy a delicious meal.

Pokhara to Kathmandu

We want to offer you the most of your time in Nepal, and the opportunity to experience as much as you can. So today we make the long bus journey back to Kathmandu, taking a final chance to breathe in the mountains, winding roads, terraced farms, small towns, and roadside villages. Depending on the time we arrive back, you can take the afternoon to yourself to wander the bustling tourist district of Thamel to finish up your souvenir shopping, or rest up in your hotel. Join us for a final meal together, as we enjoy a Nepalese farewell dinner with traditional live music and dance

Drop off at the airport

As today is your last day in the country we appreciate your decision to choose us as your travel companion. We are honored to be a part of your beautiful memories and hope that we met your expectations. We will accompany you to the airport for a traditional Nepal farewell, and we wish you a safe flight back home.