Short Annapurna Circuit Trek - 15 Days

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1 Short Annapurna Circuit Trek - 15 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek or around the Annapurna trekking, famous for regular and phenomenal changes of scenery, is considered one of the best and the most beautiful walks in the world. Apart from the scenery, this trekking gives trekkers a chance to enjoy majestic mountain views from the famous vantage points, diverse landscape, vegetation, trail, valleys, gorges, fascinating settlement of people, their lifestyle, religion, culture and tradition and the beauty offered by nature, all in one go. Normally, it requires 20 days to complete the round Annapurna trek. However, Short Annapurna Round Trek introduced by Amigo Treks and Expedition is a good news for all adventure trekkers, bound by time. It s a mini version of the regular Annapurna Circuit trek that can be completed in 15 days. Starting with a bus ride to Bhulbhule, this trekking covering most parts of the Annapurna Circuit trail, ends with a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu. The major highlights of this trekking includes the most beautiful view of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Pisang, Chulu and many other peaks in the Annapurna region of Nepal; Thorang La Pass, temple of Mukatinath, the green, terraced farmland of the Marsyangdi valley and the semi arid environment of the Lower Mustang; Jomsom, Kaagbeni and the medieval villages. Our 15 days Short Annapurna Round Trek package includes, bed and breakfast in Kathmandu, full board (meal and accommodation) during the trek, and an English speaking trekking guide. Moreover, this trekking package can be fully customized to your requirements and need. We also offer a special group discount, if you bring a group along with you. However, solo travelers can also join our existing group. We guarantee 100% departure on all customized packages. Although, this trekking is one of the longest and the most challenging treks in the world, it doesn t require prior trekking experience or any specialized training. Therefore, it is a perfect trekking option for anyone who is physically fit and has a good stamina. Spring and Autumn are the most favorable seasons to attempt this trek. Moreover, if you have enough time and energy it s a very good idea to opt for the 20 days Annapurna Circuit Trek. Enjoy the trek! Outline Itinerary Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) Day 02: Drive to Bhulbhule (840m/2755ft) 7 hours Day 03: Trek to Ghermu Phant (1117m/3665ft) 6 hours Day 04: Trek to Tal (1,700m/5,577ft) 6-7 hour

2 Day 05: Trek to Danakyu (2,300m/7545ft) 5 hours Day 06: Trek to Chame (2,670m/8,759ft) 5 hours Day 07: Trek to Pissang (3,060m/10,039ft) 5 hours Day 08: Trek to Manang (3,440m/11,286ft) 5 hours Day 09: Acclimatization day at Manang Day 10: Trek to Yak Kharka (4,050m/13,287ft) 4-5 hour Day 11: Trek to High Camp (4,833m/15,856ft) 5 hours Day 12: Trek to Muktinath (3,760m/12,335ft) via Thorung La Pass (5,416m) 8 hours Day 13: Trek to Jomsom (2,720m/8,923ft) 5-6 hour Day 14: Fly to Pokhara and to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) Day 15: Final departure Trip Includes Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle 2 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at 3* standard hotel with breakfast Welcome dinner and Farewell in Kathmandu All accommodation during trek (lodge/tea house) Annapurna (ACAP) Trekking permits Tims (Trekkers Security Card) permits Bus transportation to Besisahar (Public bus) Three meals a day (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) during the trek Flight tickets to Pokhara from Jomsom Flight tickets to Kathmandu from Pokhara

3 Tea/Coffee (Served in a cup) Seasonal fresh fruit after dinner (while on a trek) Licensed and well trained English speaking guide and his entire expenses A porter (One porter for each 2 members) and his entire expenses Insurance of Guide and Porter All required local tax and Gov tax Down jackets and sleeping bags Amigo duffel bag, Amigo Trekking T- Shirt & Trekking route map (As a souvenir) Adventure certificate (after completion the trek) First Aid service (Basic) Note: Let us know if we are lucky to celebrate your birthday during your holiday so that we will do our best to make it a truly memorable day in the himalayas. Trip Excludes Nepal arrival visa Meals in the city except breakfast and above mentioned special dinner Wi-fi and battery charging on a trek Your personal nature expenses eg. Mineral water, Beer, Coke and entire beverage etc Travel insurance that covers trip cancelation and Helicopter evacuation Tips (As an appreciation) and any other extending trips and accommodation. Travel insurance:

4 If you are planning Short Annapurna Round Trek or any other trekking in the Annapurna region of Nepal, then you are highly recommended to get a travel insurance that covers all possible additional expenses that might result due to various health issues, injuries or accidents (including air ambulance, helicopter rescue and other treatment cost). Your insurance policy should also cover all extra activities that you are planning to undertake, during your stay in Nepal. Death, misplaced luggage, theft and liability, cancellations, medical treatments (hospital charges, cost of the medicine, doctor s fee) as well as repatriation cost should also be included in the policy. Short Annapurna Round Trek take you above the elevation of 5000m; therefore, the policy should also cover treks that go over 5000m. Health, fitness and experience requirements: The Annapurna Circuit trails definitely demand excellent stamina, tough determination and the best health condition, as some sections of the trek are fairly demanding and some days require 8-9 hours of continuous walking. Therefore, before planning the this trek, we suggest you to seek advice, medication and permission from your doctor. Also, make sure to take expert guidance regarding the necessary guide walks with your local General Practitioner, prior to the Short Annapurna Round Trek in Nepal. However, in the absence of GP, travel clinics can help you with the best advice. Although challenging, Short Annapurna Round Trek doesn t demand any technical skills to plan this trek. However, a few hiking or camping experience prior to the trek will definitely make this trek easier and rewarding. Moreover, a few weeks of jogging and exercise is recommended to build up the required stamina, before the trek. Note: Kindly submit your medical fitness certificate that includes your present health condition, medical situation, the preceding illness and the medications you are taking, prior to booking this package. We also request you to be honest, so that we can prepare ourselves to take prompt action in the case of emergencies. Food and Accommodation: In terms of food and accommodation, we make sure that we get the best for you. Your accommodation in Kathmandu will be arranged in a tourist standard hotel and in lodges/guest houses/tea houses, during the trek. The rooms, both during the trek and in Kathmandu are booked on a twin-share basis with shared amenities, which requires you to share your room and amenities with another member of a group. However, triple share and single supplement can also be arranged on request. Single supplements are available at extra cost. The package guarantees full board meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea/Coffee), during the trek, but only breakfast in Kathmandu. During the trek, the meals will be provided from the teahouse menu, which will be fresh and healthy. Usually, typical Nepali food is served, however, on request western food can also be served (subject to availability).

5 Our attempt while you are on a trek: Most part of this trek takes you to the remote Himalayan region of Nepal, where communication facilities are very less. Therefore, Amigo Treks and Expedition takes all the responsibility to deliver your message to your family, friend, relatives or the concerned person. Our guides are provided with a cell phone and are contacted on a regular basis. You can use the cell phone provided to our guides to send your message to us, which will further be delivered to the respected person. Also, our guides will make every attempt to follow the planned itinerary; however, it is kindly requested to be flexible in case of changes in the itinerary caused by extreme weather conditions. We can also help you reschedule your international flight (Extra charge applicable) if you need any additional days to complete your trek. We will make every possible attempt to make your trek a grand success. Why to Trek with us? Amigo Treks & Expedition offers a wonderful opportunity to help you visit those areas, culture and tradition of Nepal that have never been explored before. Your trip itineraries are fully customized in order to meet the individualized needs and interest of each traveler. We also partner with local Sherpas and Leaders to help you get maximum out of the trip. We are highly dedicated and offer years of experience to plan an outstanding adventure trip for you. Customer service is our top priority; therefore, we cater to every possible need of yours during your stay in Nepal be it the food, accommodation, varied destinations or your communication needs. Despite all these facilities, our best packages are offered at a very competitive rate. Our legal documents: Registered under the government of Nepal, Amigo Treks & Expedition is a fully licensed and certified company. Therefore, this company holds complete authority to operate treks, tours, expedition, hiking and many other tourism related services in the Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. In addition to this, we are also a very active member of the following organizations. Nepal Tourism board (NTB)Trekking Agents Association of Nepal (TAAN) Kathmandu Environment Education Project (KEEP) Ministry of Finance, Department of Taxation Company Registration Office, Pvt. Ltd. Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Department of Tourism Industry When should I plan this trek?

6 Though Nepal can be visited any time of the year, the best season to plan your trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal is spring and autumn. Spring - March, April and May, are the perfect months to plan Short Annapurna Round Trek for these months support us with the warm weather, clear skies, good temperature and the best visibility. Autumn Mid September, October and November, are also the perfect months to plan the Short Annapurna Round Trek, for these months also support us with better visibility, clear blue skies and excellent trail Winter December, January and February are good months to plan the Short Annapurna Round Trek, if you can stand the extreme cold weather. Summer Mid June, July and August are not the perfect months to plan the Short Annapurna Round Trek as the monsoon rain affects everything that is, trail, weather, temperature as well as the visibility. What should I bring? Along with warm clothes you will also need other equipment for the sufficient protection of your body. Below is the list of necessary items that you need to pack before commencing your trek. Head- Hat (with a wide brim), Sunglasses (with UV protection), Sunscreen lotion and Lip balm Upper body- T-shirts (2), light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket and pullover, Fleece wind-stopper jacket (Optional), waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, down vest/jacket (included) Hands - Lightweight gloves, heavy-weight gloves/mittens with a waterproof outer shell Lower body - Underwear (4), hiking shorts (2), lightweight cotton long pants, light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants Feet - Thin, light-wear inner socks (4), thick, warm wool hiking socks (4), hiking boots with spare laces, camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals), gaiters (only for winter) Accessories - Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F (included), headlamp with spare bulb and batteries, small padlock or combination lock, basic first aid kit, large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag), day pack, water bottles (2), hiking pole/walking sticks, small ear plugs Toiletries Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, small wash towel Extras - Cameras with extra batteries and cards, binoculars, light balaclava or warm fleece hat, reading books, trip map/guide book, journal & pen, ipod & travel games (like cards, chess, and backgammon)

7 Passport and Visa Information: It is very easy to obtain Nepal s visa. You may either apply for a visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/Consulate or Mission offices in your own country or you can buy this upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. To apply for a visa, you need 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US dollars and your passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the trip. However, nationals of SAARC countries (India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives and Afghanistan) and China do not require any visa to visit Nepal. Transit visa for foreign nationalities is only provided for 3 days. Therefore, visa is required for longer stays. However, for the convenience or foreign nationals, a visa is also provided from the borders listed below: Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal) Birgunj, Parsa (Central Nepal) Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border of Nepal) Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Western Nepal) Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Mid Western Nepal) Mohana, Dhangadhi (Far Western Nepal) Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Far Western Nepal) Tourist Visa Fees: Transit visa (3 days) Free of cost Multiple entry (15 days) 25 USD or equivalent convertible currency Multiple entry (30 days) 40 USD or equivalent convertible currency Multiple entry (90 days) 100 USD or equivalent convertible currency (For more information, please contact the Department of Immigration, Maitighar, Kathmandu. Tel: / / You can also download visa form from