Saturday, December 15, 2018

annapurna base camp trek cost and annapurna base camp itinerary |https://teamhimalaya.com/tours/annapurna-base-camp-poonhill-trekking/

#Annapurna #Base #Camp and#Poon #Hill #Trek is one of the most popular and trekked routes in Nepal. Second only to the Everest region in terms of popularity, the Annapurna region is the most diverse and versatile regions in Nepal as it houses the wettest, driest, windiest places of the country. The trekking trail goes passes through beautiful and culturally rich Nepalese hamlets as we trek through cascading waterfalls, terraced farms, mystical rhododendron forests, lush grasslands to reach the base of the regal Annapurna Massif.

Located in the northwestern Nepal, the 55 kilometers long Annapurna Massif consists of one peak above elevation of 8,000m, 13 peaks above 7,000m elevation, and over 16 peaks above 6,000m elevation. The Annapurna Base Camp and Pun Hill trek offers ample time to rejoice in the close company of the mountains. The trek will be an extremely gratifying one as we will be able to witness the majestic peaks like Annapurna 1, 2, and 3 ,Gangapurna ,Himchuli and Machhapuchhre amongst equally alluring satellite peaks. The trek is also often described as the best of both worlds, because alongside the Himalayan beauty and experience it offers to trekkers, it also opens the doors to the rich civilizations of the Gurungs and the Puns residing in the sub-alpine regions of western Nepal. As we pass through the diverse vegetation, elevations, and civilization, Annapurna Base Camp and Pun Hill Trek offers the journey to explore the unexploited nature and culture waiting for you in Nepal.

The journey begins with a scenic 6-hour-long bus ride from Kathmandu to the Lake City, Pokhara. A tourist marvel in itself, Pokhara is also the gateway to most of the trekking regions of Western Nepal. From Pokhara, we will commence our trekking towards Ghorepani and Pun Hill – famous villages and viewpoints of the trail within the Annapurna Conservation Area. After savoring the splendid views of the western mountains and indulging in the rich traditions of the natives with a visit to the local museum, we will continue our trek northwards. After proper acclimatization, we will trek towards the sub-alpine, arid landscape with the views of Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Machhapuchhre looming in the backdrop. After exiting Ghorepani and Pun Hill, we will trek through the magical forests of rhododendron, birch, fir, and pine to trek towards our main destination – Annapurna Base Camp. In the jungles, we might have sighting of Musk Deers, Pheasants, and Himalayan Thar. We will trek through Chomrong, Dovan and Machhapuchhre Base Camp to finally reach the base of Mt. Annapurna. From here, we can have 360-degree views of the soaring silver peaks, and colossal Annapurna and Gangapurna glaciers which originate from the massif.

Since the Annapurna Base camp route goes clockwise, we will not be returning from the same route. We will trek down to Jhinu Danda from Bamboo, where we can take bath in hot springs. From there, we will trek down to Pokhara through Potana and Kande. The trek is of moderate difficulty even though it comprises of higher elevations. Anyone in good physical health and previous trekking experience is a good candidate for the trek.

Trip Highlights:

Within world’s highest mountains in Annapurna base camp with poon hill trekking.
From low warm tropic to alpine mid hills and over to arctic terrains.
Into serene woodlands lined with beautiful rhododendron, pines and oaks trees.
Visiting traditional Gurung villages the home of legendary Gorkha.
An overwhelming everyday scenery of green hills and mountain panorama.
Itinerary
What the trip about
Trip Standard: Hotels / Lodge basis.
Trekking Grade: Moderate to Adventurous
Trek Duration: 08 nights 09 days (Pokhara to Pokhara).
Highest Point: 4,095m at Annapurna Base Camp.
Total Trip: 13 nights 14 days Kathmandu-Kathmandu.
Seasons: All season except mid June to August.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu received by Team Himalaya staff.
On arrival meet our TH staff for courtesy transfer to respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu at Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and having meals in one of the many world class restaurants, pubs and bakery.
Our guide will inform on details regarding the treks to Annapurna Base Camp & Poon hill Trekking .

Day 02: In Kathmandu with sightseeing tour at places of interest.
Morning after breakfast at given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel, preparation for the trip to Annapurna Sanctuary & Base Camp trek.

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara 950m – 06 hrs journey.
A scenic drive takes about 6 hours to Pokhara, which is quite interesting on the Nepal’s main highway following the Trisuli river for a while and then heading west with views of Ganesh, Langtang Himal as it gets closer to Pokhara with Annapurna and Manaslu range of peaks. In Pokhara the haven for tourist a scenic place with mountains and lakes, here in Pokhara transfer to hotel by the lake Phewa (Fewa) for overnight.

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul 1,100m and trek to Tirkhedhuga 1,450m.
A two hours drive away from Pokhara leading west, with fabulous views of Annapurna Himalaya ranging from A I, A II, A III and A IV with stunning Mt.Machhapuchare “Fish Tail” on reaching at Nayapul, begin the trek following Modi river for short distance to a nice village at Bhirethati and then on the old Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Route trail to Ghorepani, the walk leads to a winding up hills with stone steps in some villages and then arriving at Tirkhedhunga for overnight stop with beautiful waterfalls close by.

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani 2,874m – 06 hrs.
After Tirkhedhunga, morning walk starts with a climb on long stone steps all the way to Ulleri village a nice traditional Gurung village with stone slate roofs with views of Annapurna South, Huinchuli and top of Machhapuchhre peak from the top of this village walk gets better on the winding trail through enchanting forest of thick rhododendron, pines and oaks trees and the with steep up and gradual section reaching at scenic Ghorepani for overnight stop with grand views of Dhaulagiri massif with Tukuche, Nilgiri’s peaks and Annapurna South, Annapurna Fang ( Vara Shikar) Ghorepani located in the middle of rhododendron forest on the Trans Himalayan Trade of Nepal / Tibet through Mustang.

Day 06: Morning hike to Pun-Hill trek to Tadapani 2,721m – 05 hrs.
Early morning at the break of dawn an hour hike to Pun Hill at 3,190 meters top if the morning is fine and clear striking sunrise views over mountain panorama ranging from peaks of Dolpo area, Dhaulagiri massive range, Nilgiri’s peak with Annapurna and Manaslu range with magnificent Mt. Machhapuchhre.
After an exciting and enjoyable time head down to Ghorepani for breakfast and start trekking towards Tadapani through serene rhododendron and pine forest throughout the walk on the uphill climb at start and then from Deurali descend to Bhanthati located on a gorge from here another 2 hours of down and uphill climb reaches at Tadapani for overnight stop with great views of Annapurna South, Huinchuli, Machhapuchhre peak Annapurna II and over Manaslu and Lamjung Himal range.

Day 07: Trek to Sinuwa2300m – 07 hrs.
With lovely morning and views, starting with descend through dense alpine forest towards Kimrong river and then a steep climb for an hour to reach a ridge in the forested area with couple of teashops and then on gradual trail with few short ups and down to reach the top of Chomrong village, and then on a nice stone steps downhill to Chomrong with great views of Annapurna South and Huinchuli at close distance. Chomrong a large Gurung village and the last permanent settlement the other lodge on route Annapurna Sanctuary a temporary area to serve trekkers. After descend from chomrong to cross a small river and then after the bridge a climb for more than an hour to reach at Sinuwa danda for overnight stop .

Day 08: Trek to Duerali 3200m via Himalayan 2700m – 06 hrs.
On leaving sinuwa with super views of rivers, valley and green hills of Chomrong and Gandruk villages after this nice stop on the winding path and down to Bamboo a nice settlement with 5-6 lodges by the raging Modi river and in the middle of rhododendron and bamboo forest as the name given to this place. From here two hours of slow uphill walk reaches at Dovan . The river Modi, from Bamboo place onwards till Sanctuary enclosed in Modi River gorge. After a nice walk with the sound of the river and long gradual climb with short steeps ups and down in between till the walk reach at Himalaya Hotel beneath Annapurna South peak and Hinko large cave, from here heading down on the landslide area of rocks and sometimes ice from the fallen glacier, and then a short steep climb to Deurali for overnight .

Day 09 : Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,095m – 04 hrs.
Today to our destination within Annapurna Base Camp with poon hill trekking, morning start with walk leads by the raging river Modi on the uphill walk with few downs and gentle section, after leaving the lush vegetation and tree lines reaching on small plateau at Machhapuchhre base camp 3,720m for tea break, this is the starting and exit point of Annapurna Sanctuary, this nice place with 4-5 lodges beneath the majestic North Face of Fish Tail / Machhapuchhre peak at 6,997 meters high. After excellent tea break with spectacular snowcapped mountain views trek start with a gradual ascends on the grassy slope and then on a winding gentle trail with sparse vegetation in between towering peaks of Annapurna South, Huinchuli, Tent / Tharpuchuli, looking north the great wall of Annapurna mountain at 8,091 meters tenth world’s highest with Vara Shikar (A Fang) Gangapurna, Glacier Dome and behind rising Mt. Machhapuchhre and Annapurna III.
Annapurna Sanctuary an awesome area encircled by tall mountains, on reaching the sanctuary and then to the overnight lodge at base camp, with free time in the afternoon, lunch with mountain views

Day 10 : Trek to Bamboo 2050m– 06 hrs.
After a most overwhelming and scenic time within Annapurna Sanctuary and Base Camp, morning walk back on the same route to Bamboo place for overnight stop with long downhill and back into forested area in between short steep ascent.

Day 11: Trek to Jhinu danda with hot spring 1,700m – 05 hours.
Morning walk with a short steep climb and then on the gentle slope with downhill and short up to Sinwua danda with 2-3 lodges, from here descend to Chomrong river and then a climb to the village top of Chomrong with lunch here, afternoon heading back to Pokhara via different alternative route at first downhill to Jhinu danda village for overnight with hot spring nearby close to the river Modi of 30 minutes’ walk.

Day 12: Trek to nayapul and drive to pokhara 820m – 06 hours .
Today we shall have the last part of this trail with physical trekking . At the morning our trip start descend to new bridge , past waterfall and green landscapes . From here we follow the downhill way to modi river and climb back to the trail from ghandruk meeting near quymi and then down to syauli bazaar through path with tract of landslide ,some stone staircase and flat path ,and several settlements . Ahead from syauli bazaar we shall enter into easier terrains through smaller settlements to reach birethanti near modi river , after 30 mints easier walk to nayapul then an hours drive to pokhara for overnight with afternoon at leisure .
(in Pokhara extension trips Paragliding, kayaking clinic, Ultra light flight, Zip Flyer on long cable wire or Bungy Jump called Touch the Lake)

Day 13: Drive or fly back to Kathmandu afternoon free at leisure.
From Pokhara a drive back to Kathmandu after 06 hours scenic journey reaching Kathmandu and people who wish to travel by air 30 minutes of panoramic flight to Kathmandu, on reaching Kathmandu transfer to respective hotels.

Day 14: International departure homeward bound.
Last day in Nepal with wonderful memorable time in Nepal Himalaya & Annapurna Sanctuary & Base Camp Trek with Team Himalaya and transfer to airport for the flight back home or to respective destination.

Includes
Pickups and drops from hotels and airport.
Tourist star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara and teahouses during the trek.
Breakfast in Kathmandu and pokhara and all meals during trek. (BREAKFAST ,LUNCH AND DINNERS)
All necessary paper work and permits (ACAP, TIMS)
All our government taxes ,vat ,tourist service charges.
An experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and English speaking guide and porter to carry luggage.(2 trekkers 1 porter)
Food, drinks ,accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment s, transportation and medicine all stuff.
Twins sharing comfortable and clean private rooms in trekking.
Down jacket and sleeping bag by team Himalaya (which need to be returned after the trek).
Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
Trip maps
Official expense.
Travel and rescue arrangement
Excludes
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Personal expenses (phone calls ,laundry ,bar bills ,battery recharge ,extra porter ,bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
International airfare to and from Kathmandu .
Travel and rescue insurance
Excess baggage charge
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early, late and early return from mountain(due to any reason )than the scheduled.
Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected)

annapurna base camp trek

Sunday, February 18, 2018

everest|annapurna base camp Heli Tours for spring season 2019

Team Himalaya, beside our various number of programs from tour to trekking and leisure holidays, we offer a scenic Heli-tour for people who do not have time for long holidays for adventure trekking or other longer trips with us. We provide scenic Heli and Cultural Tour to view world highest Mt. Everest 8,848 meters, Mt. Kanchenjunga 8,586 meters, Mt. Lhotse 8,516 meters, Mt. Makalu 8,463 meters, Mt. Cho-Oyu 8,201 meters, Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167 meters, Mt. Manaslu 8,163 meters, Mt. Annapurna 8,091 meters and array of adjoining peaks an overwhelming experience with breathtaking views of all these mountains at one look in the comfort of our 6 to 8 seaters Helicopter ride.
Everest Region Heli Tours 3-4 hrs:
The flight takes off from Kathmandu Airport an early morning ride to view the mountain panorama at its best the ride soon from the take off offers outstanding views of Mt. Ganesh-Langtang to Jugal Himal mountains and as the flight gets closer towards Mt. Everest views of Mt. Gaurishankar, Cho-Oyu, Lhotse and Mt. Everest at close distance includes several other peaks with Mt. Makalu towards east.
The rides stops in few places for refueling where you have time for cup of tea and coffee admiring the views of high Himalayan peaks and observes the local Sherpa culture, religions and custom and then fly back to Kathmandu.
Kathmandu – Lukla – Namche Bazaar and at famous Tengboche Monastery are the main stops.
Annapurna Region Heli Tours 2-3 hrs:
The flight takes off from Kathmandu Airport an early morning ride to view the mountain panorama at its best the ride soon from the take off offers outstanding views of Mt. Ganesh-Langtang to Jugal Himal mountains and as the flight gets closer towards Annapurna mountains views of Mt. Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, Annapurna I, II, III and IV with Mt. Machhapuchhre “Fish Tail” at close distance includes several other peaks with Mt. Mt. Dhaulagiri towards North West.
The rides stops in few places for refueling where you have time for cup of tea and coffee admiring the views of high Himalayan peaks and observes the local Mid Hill tribe culture, religions and custom and then fly back to Kathmandu.
Kathmandu – Pokhara – Annapurna Base Camp is the main stops.
Langtang Region Heli Tours 1-2 hrs:
The flight takes off from Kathmandu Airport an early morning ride to view the mountain panorama at its best the ride soon from the take off offers outstanding views of Mt. Ganesh-Langtang to Jugal Himal Mountains and as the flight gets closer towards Langtang mountains views of Mt. Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, and Annapurna towards North West.
The rides stops in few places for refueling where you have time for cup of tea and coffee admiring the views of high Himalayan peaks and observes the local Tamang tribe culture, religions and custom and then fly back to Kathmandu.
Kathmandu – Langtang village – Kyanjing Gompa is the main stops.
Beside our popular Heli flight destinations we organize Heli tour for pilgrimage destinations to Damaodarkund, Gosainkund and to Muktinath Temple area on request.
Team Himalaya has close relations with all Helicopters companies in Nepal:
Fish Tail Air, Air Dynasty, Mountain Air, Simrik Air, Manang Air we organize Helicopter Rescue operation when required for medical emergency in mountains.
Helicopter in our scenic tour and rescue services:
There are two types of helicopters currently operating in the private sector: AS 350 B series of helicopters which are manufactured by Eurocopter, France and are very popular all over the world.
It is regarded as one of the most versatile helicopters and is suitable for mountain flying and all types of helicopter missions. Following are its features:
  • Fail Safe Design
  • Comfortable Seating Arrangements
  • 5 seats excluding Pilot
  • Suitable for all types of helicopter missions
  • Can fly up to an altitude of 16,000 feet
Other helicopters are powerful Russian made MI-17. This is a big bird, capable of transporting 22 passengers or four tons of cargo. MI-17’s can reach altitudes well in excess of 5.000 m and have been known to land at Everest Base Camp. Offers excellent services and utility, reliability under extreme conditions as well, these helicopters are required usually in chartering for bigger group of people or large cargo transfer.
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Friday, February 16, 2018

Gokyo Ri & Everest View Trek|trekking in nepal|http://teamhimalaya.com/package/gokyo-ri-everest-view-trek/

There might not be any such traveler who come Nepal doesn’t want to witness the top of the world. It means, every traveler wishes to witness it from the closest vantage point. One of the popular trekking trails in Everest which offers a breathtaking view of the top of the world, Mt. Everest is Gokyo Ri or Gokyo Valley trek. It is a distinctive trekking trail in Everest region since the trekkers can also be a part of tranquil lake: Gokyo and other lakes and popular Ngozumba glacier. The sole purpose of Gokyo Ri and Everest View trek is to take you to a wonderland surrounded by lakes and mountains which offers you spellbinding snow-fed giants above 8 thousand meters high including the top of the world.
After a short and scenic flight to Lukla from Kathmandu, the trekking to Gokyo Ri or Gokyo Valley commences. Namche Bazaar is the gateway to Everest Region and also Gokyo Ri or Gokyo Valley trekking where you will have a spare day for acclimatization. It is a beautiful city in the lap of Himalaya. Namche Bazaar and Hotel Everest View at the top of the hill offer you some panoramic view of the mountain located in Everest Region. Trekkers will also have change to experience Himalayan flora and fauna in Sagarmatha National Park.
The trail ascends to final destination, Gokyo Valley,  along Khumbu Glacier. Gokyo Valley is an astonishing valley in Everest region alluringly encircled by beautiful lakes and giant peaks. The serenity and tranquility of the lakes, mainly, Gokyo lake offer you all ecstatic bliss into the lap of Himalayas. Gokyo Ri is the main highlight of this trekking. And it is also an amazing vantage point to witness entire magnificent giant peaks in Everest Region including the top of the world, Mt. Everest.  Gokyo Ri offers, probably, the most magnificent view of  Mount Everest, Lotse , Cho oyu and Makalu. These are all highest peaks in the world above 8 thousand meter. Then you descend down fallowing same trail to Namche and Lukla.
Himalaya service.
    • Day 01:Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
    • Day 02:Fly to Lukla 2,830 m & trek to Phakding 2,640 m – 04 hrs.
    • Day 03:Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m – 05 hrs.
    • Day 04:Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion.
    • Day 05:Trek to Dole 4,200m – 06 hrs.
    • Day 06:Trek to Machermo 4,410m -04 hrs.
    • Day 07:Trek to Gokyo 4,790m -04hrs.
    • Day 08:Morning hike to Gokyo-Ri and trek to Dole  4,400m -04 hrs.
    • Day 09:Trek to Tengboche 3,867m -5.30 hrs.
    • Day 10:Trek to Monjo 2,830m -06 hrs.
    • Day 11:Trek to Lukla -04 hrs.
    • Day 12:Fly Lukla-Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
    • Day 13:Transfer to airport for international departure.

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Everest Base Camp from Jiri | trekking in nepal |team himalaya

Team Himalaya invites all enthusiastic travelers to join in our scenic and classic trekking to Everest Base Camp from Jiri, an old route to Everest ,following the same footpath of Tenzing and Hillary the first summiters of Mt.Everest in 1953.
An out an out adventurous experience like Everest Base Camp trek, starts with a warm welcome in Kathmandu and then taking a scenic and interesting drive to Jiri ,from where the early expeditions to Everest started. Jiri is the door to many adventurous and cultural journey in the Solu and Khumbu Everest region . From Jiri trail leads towards famous Namche Bazaar within Sagarmatha National Park. Sagarmatha National Park is listed in World Heritage Sites alongside,the mighty Mount Everest standing tall on its lap.
After Namche Bazaar after acclimatization,we head towards barren, arid moon like landscapes terrain with awesome views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Tharmasarkhu, Kwangde, Kangtenga peak including the majestic beautiful Mt. Ama Dablam .The trail also takes us to scenic and famed Tengboche monastery through pristine forest of rhododendron, birch, pines and fir trees alongside the chances of seeing wildlife Himalayan Thar, Musk Deer and Pheasants.
From Tengboche monastery we head towards Dingboche and Lobuche and to the highlight of this adventure at Everest Base Camp 5,367 meters with views of notorious Khumbu Ice Fall and glacier.Later,we climb to Kalapathar for mind blowing panorama of surrounding high giant mountains with Mt. Everest at a stone throw distance.http://teamhimalaya.com
Finally,with the pocketful of memories gathered in the high valleys and mountains of Solu and Khumbu in Everest area,we take a scenic short to Kathmandu.
    • Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
    • Day 02: Drive to Jiri 1,900 m – 06 hrs journey.
    • Day 03: Trek to Shivalaya 1,770 m – 05 hrs.
    • Day 04: Trek to Bhandar (Chyangma). 2,195m – 05 hrs.
    • Day 05: Trek to Sete 2,575 m -0 6 hrs.
    • Day 06: Trek to Junbesi 2,675m via Lamjura-la 3,530m – 06 hrs.
    • Day 07: Trek to Nunthala (Manidingma) 2,190 m – 0 6 hrs.
    • Day 08: Trek to Bupsa Danda approx. 2,250 m 06 hrs.
    • Day 09: Trek to Surkhe 2,295 m – 06 hrs.
    • Day 10: Trek to Phakding 2,650 m -05 hrs.
    • Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m – 05 hrs.
    • Day 12: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion.
    • Day 13: Trek to Tengboche 3,867 m – 05hrs.
    • Day 14: Trek to Dingboche 4,260 m – 05hrs.
    • Day 15: Trek to Lobuche 4,930 m – 05 hrs.
    • Day 16: Trek to Gorak Shep 5,170 m and Everest Base Camp 5,364 m and return to Gorakshep – 06 hrs.
    • Day 17: Hike to Kalapathar 5,545 m trek to Pheriche 4,240m – 05 hrs.
    • Day 18: Trek to Tengboche – 05 hrs.
    • Day 19: Trek to Monjo 2,860m – 06 hrs.
    • Day 20: Trek to Lukla – 04 hrs.
    • Day 21: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to respective hotels.
    • Day 22: In Kathmandu with sightseeing tour.
    • Day 23: International departure for home ward bound.