Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek into the heart of Annapurna Himalaya is intended to fulfill the dream of many people to experience the significant mountain holiday at the base of the world´s famous Annapurna Himal 8091m, the region’s most beautiful peak Machhapuchhre (6997m), Annapurna South, Gangapurna and Hiuchuli etc. in the region. The place is a high glacial basin lying forty kilometers directly north of Pokhara. This oval-shaped plateau sits at an elevation of over 4130 meters, and is enclosed by a ring of mountains, the Annapurna range, most of which are above 7000 meters. With the only access to a narrow pass between the peaks of Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre, from where Modi Khola River run-off glaciers drain, the Sanctuary was not penetrated by outsiders until 1956. Because of the high mountains on all sides, the Annapurna Sanctuary receives only 7 hours of sunlight a day at the height of summer. The unique combination of heights and depths in the Annapurna Sanctuary gives rise to an astonishing diversity of ecosystems. The south-facing slopes are “covered in dense tropical jungles of rhododendron and bamboo”, while the north-facing slopes, in the rain shadow, have “a drier colder weather similar to that of the nearby Tibetan Plateau.”

The entire sanctuary was considered holy to the Gurung people, one of the many resident people to inhabit the area. They believed it was the storage area of gold and a variety of resources left by the Nagas, the serpent gods known in India. The sanctuary was believed to be the home of several deities, from Hinduism and Buddhism as well as the older animistic gods. The peak of Machhapuchhre at the doorway was said to be the home of the god Shiva, and the daily plumes of snow were thought the smoke of his divine incense. Until recently, the local Gurung people forbade anyone from bringing eggs or meat into the Annapurna Sanctuary, and women and untouchables were prohibited from going there as well.

In recent years, the number of trekkers to the Annapurna Sanctuary has increased substantially, in part because the Sanctuary forms the base of one of the major routes to the peaks of the Annapurna range. The Annapurna Sanctuary is now part of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project, which places restrictions on the number of outside travelers, gathering of firewood, and domestic animal grazing. The Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking itinerary is only for guidelines so our plan is flexible and can be redeveloped as per your interest and the time you have. Thanking you! Namaste!!!

Itinerary

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Day 01:Drive to Pokhara.

After hot breakfast drive 200km to Pokhara and it takes about 6-7 hours from Kathmandu by tourist bus. It is an exciting and romantic drive that we can enjoy beautiful scenic view of terraced rice field, eye catching landscape, Trisuli and Marsyangdi Rivers and incredible view of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Lamjung Himal and most of Annapurna Himalayan Range. The tourist coach stops for breakfast at 09:00 am and at around 12:00 for lunch on the way to Pokhara.

Cost Includes:

  • A registered experienced Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking local guide.
  • One shared porter between two trekkers to carry your main pack (weight limit 25kg)
  • 2-night deluxe room in a 2-star category hotel in Pokhara with buffet breakfast.
  • Twin/triple sharing trekking lodge accommodation during the trek.
  • Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches 6 Dinners during the trek.
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist coach.
  • Car/cab transfers to/from trekking starting and ending points.
  • Expenses for trip guide and porters.
  • Necessary trekking permit for Annapurna Sanctuary.
  • Insurance and trekking gear for guide and porters.
  • Taxes and paper work charges.

Cost Excludes:

  • Accommodation, meals, and transportation in Kathmandu.
  • Meals in Pokhara except the breakfast.
  • Bar bills and beverages such as coke, fanta, mineral water
  • Hot shower, and hot water during the trek.
  • Personal travel insurance, laundry service, phone calls, and internet.
  • Rescue operation charge in case of emergency.
  • Tips for your guide, porter, and driver.

Dates & Prices

We are local tour and trekking operator based in Kathmandu so we guaranty small private group departures any dates that suits your date and time. Please kindly contact us for your customized departure date, itinerary and the price. Thank you and Namaste!

Start Date End Date Availability Price  
23 March, 2024 31 March, 2024 Guaranteed US$ 599
30 March, 2024 07 April, 2024 Guaranteed US$ 599

Trip Map

Annapurna Sanctuary Trek Map

Useful Info

A Short Note: This trip can be personalized as per your requirements that meet your time frame. The trip price will be according to Deluxe, Standard, Budget and group size so please kindly provide us your details for tailor made program.

Trip Price: US$ 599
  • Trip Duration 9 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Trip Difficulty Moderate
  • Trip StyleTrekking
  • AccomodationTeahouse and Lodge
  • Transportation: Bus, Car and Jeep
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Max Person: 12 Pax
  • Min Person: 2 Pax
  • Best Season: Spring and autumn
  • Max Elevation: 4130 meters
  • Starting Point : From Kathmandu
  • Trip Ending Point: Pokhara
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