Annapurna Instant Trek with Pokhara

This is one of the interesting and shortest trek package in Nepal specially designed for the Nepal Tourism Year 2011. The amin point is Poonhill from where one will have close views of some of the highest peaks of Nepal; Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri.The weather interesting things in this trek is, one will be passing through Kakigandaki which is one of the deepest gorge in the world. While trekking in Ghorepani Tatopani we can enjoy the natural hot water that is "Tatopani" the hot spring of Tatopani is terrific. Near the river edge there is a small hot spring where water with 60 °C is pouring out a small tube. Fortunately there is also an other tube with cold water coming to the pool. We get through traditional Hindu villages where we are assured of a warm welcome; follow trails through oak and rhododendron forest where the sound of the bird calls fill the air and camp in serene locations that afford magnificent views of the Annapurna Range.

Best time for Annapurna Instant Trek

Mid September through mid May is the best time to trek, although the trek can be done year round. The monsoon is from June through mid-September, and this is not an ideal time to go beacause the trails are very wet and the forest is full of leaches, plus it rains every day and clouds usually obscure mountain views. October, November, March, and April are the most popular months, and the trail and lodges can be very crowded.The December is the very best month. The weather is cooler than the most popular months, but it is less crowded and prices are a bit lower. December is also a very dry month.

Personal Equipment (for trekking) that you should bring with you:

• A pair of light hiking boots.
• A pair of sandals.
• Some pairs of woolen socks.
• One light wool / fleece sweater.
• One down sweater / jacket.
• One light wind Gore-Tex jacket and one light wind Gore-Tex pant.
• A pair of Gore-Tex glove shells with liner or ski gloves.
• One sunscreen lotion
• A one - litter water bottle and purifier.
• Two T - shirts and one long sleeve T - shirts.
• Rucksack
• Flashlight (extra batteries)
• Camera and photo films as per your interest.
• Sun hat.
• One trekking baggy pants.
• First aid kit
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, toilet rolls, bath towel etc)  and more necessary personal clothes,

Trip Cost Includes;

• Airport Pick up & Drop Transportation by private vehicle,
  
• Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu and Pokhara in Deluxe Hotel,
•  sightseeing in Kathmandu Escorted with English Speaking Guide,
  
•  Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu (Tourist vehicle),on the way rafting overnight camp & Goat BBQ party at beach,
• Accommodation in tea house during trek on twin sharing basis,
• Hot Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) in trekking by experienced cook,
• Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc,
• trekking map for group,
• All necessary paper work & Permits for treks,
•  All cost for a trek staff (A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking guide and one Porter between each 2members while on trek),
•  Salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of trekking staffs,
•  Tims & Acap
•  All government taxes.
•  Farewell dinner,
•  Welcome party by BBQ,

Trip Cost Excludes;

• International Airfare
• Nepal Visa fee you can can get Nepal visa on upon arrival,
•  Airport Departure taxes/Excess baggage charges.
•  Bottle Mineral water and drinks( Beer & Wine)
• Travel Insurance,
•  Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara except the welcome and farewell,
•  Medical evacuation in case of emergency,
• Personal spending money,
•  Personal gears & clothing (available on hire),
•  Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance,
•  Items of personal nature i.e. Soft/hard drinks, Tips etc,
• Expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged as per actual, (Abbreviation: A - Accommodation, B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner): Walking hours 5/6 hours per day.)