|
ANNAPURNA REGION:
The Annapurna Region in central Nepal
is the most geographically and culturally diverse region for
trekking. The Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) working
along with the King Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation have
declared this region as area of conservation and sustainable
development. Stretched over 2,600 sq. km., the area boasts of a
variety of diverse cultures, tribes and castes as the Brahmins,
Chettris, Newars, Gurungs, Magars, Thakalis, Manangis and the
Tibetans.
This area has sub-tropical lowlands,
valleys, bamboo, oak and rhododendron forests, alpine meadows,
windswept desert plateaus and the towering Annapurna Mountains. This
area has the world's deepest river gorge, Kali Gandaki, lying some
6900 meters /22,563 ft, below some of the world's largest and most
beautiful mountains as the Annapurna I (world's 8th highest) and the
most beautiful Fishtail Peak.
Animals and birds are in abundance in
this region. 440 species of birds and animals like the marten, deer,
langur and the elusive snow leopard live in this area.
|
|
* * * * * * * * * * * *
Trek - 02: JOMSOM &
MUKTINATH TREK (10 Days)
-
DAY 01:
-
After breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (Lumle) and
start trek. Lunch at Birethanti (3400ft./1037m) and continue trek
to Tirkhedhunga (5175 ft/1577m).
-
Duration of drive from Pokhara =1 ½ hour & duration of trek =
3 hours.
-
-
DAY 02:
-
Fullday uphill trek through Brahmin, Chettri, Gurung and
Magar villages,
-
to Banthanti where lunch is served. Afternoon trek through
dense forests of rhododendron and pine and arrive at Ghorepani
(9300 ft /2724m).
-
Duration of trek = 6 hours.
-
-
DAY 03:
-
Pre-dawn alert and trek upto Pun Hill (10000 ft) to view the
sunrise (weather permitting). After breakfast at Ghorepani start a
fullday trek down to Tatopani (3900m./1189m). The trail
descends steadily to Tatopani which means "Hot Water" and it is
possible to bath in the
Hot Springs.
-
Duration of trek = 6 hours.
-
-
DAY 04:
-
After breakfast, follow the
Kali Gandaki
River passing water falls and Thakali and
Magar Villages to
Dana (4750 ft./ 1446 m.) for lunch and continue trek up hill to
Ghasa (6600 ft./ 2012m).
-
Duration of trek = 6 hours.
-
-
DAY 05:
-
As we pass between the
Dhaulagiri and
Annapurna range, a dramatic change in vegetation is witnessed from
green forests, to dry arid desert. Passing through Kalopani
(2530m./ 8300 ft), the view of the Annapurnas. Rest at Larjung
where there is a Thakali village. Trek to Campsite at Marpha (8750
ft./2667m).
-
Duration of trek = 6 hours.
-
-
DAY 06:
-
We start the trek slowly and gradually acclimatizing with the
surroundings and arrive at Jomsom for lunch. The Thakalies are the
dominent tribe of the valley, related to the Gurung and Magars of
the southern slopes. After lunch continue trekking to Kagbeni
(2800 m) which is the gateway to Upper Mustang.
-
Duration of trek = 5 hours.
-
-
DAY 07:
-
Trek slowly upto Muktinath (12,475ft./3802m). After
lunch guests should rest and take it easy for acclimatization.
-
Duration of trek = 4 hours.
-
-
DAY 08:
-
Free day in Muktinath. Carry pack lunch box and trek
up to the Thorong-la Basecamp. There are many interests to occupy
the day in this ancient town which also used to be the capital of
one of the
province of
Mustang. It is therefore, interesting to note the mixture of
Buddhist and Hindu culture in this area.
-
-
DAY 09:
-
After breakfast, trek back to Jomsom. Evening the
Sherpa team will host a
farewell dinner.
-
Duration of trek = 5 hours.
-
-
DAY 10:
-
Early breakfast and proceed to the airport to catch the early
morning flight back to Pokhara.
|
