Panchase Trekking 12 Days

We get through 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. All this in the company of our magnificent crew whose friendship, sense of humour and caring nature ensure that every trek is a memorable one.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Hotel.

Day 02: Half Day Sighteeing tour in kathmandu. Afternoon free. Hotel

Day 03: Fly to pokhara.

Day 04: Pokhara/Bhumdi. (5500 feet and 3 to 4 hours walking): Start with an early morning drive to Khade Khola by way of David Falls, which takes about 7 hours. Your trekking crew will meet you in Thado Khola. After lunch, ascend towards Bhumdi village, which takes 2 and 1/2 hours. Overnight in Bhumdi with beautiful views of Ganesh Himal, Himalchuli, Manaslu, Annapurna range and Fishtail Mountain.

Day 05 Bhumdi panchase Bhanjang: 7100 feet and 5 to 6 hours walking) Ascend through the forest for one hour and if the weather permits, see all the mountains mentioned on Day 1. After 3 hours, lunch then walk on a gentle trail for two hours through the forest. The trail then ascends to Bhanjyang for one and 1/2 hours. More spectacular views of the mountains and also Pokhara Bazaar and Phewa Lake.

Day 06: Bhanjyang/Chitre. (4810 feet and 6 to 7 hours walking): The trail ascends through the forest to the top of the Panchase Ridge at 8100 feet. This is the highest point on the trek. From here, view Pokhara, the Kusma Valley, all the Annapurna Range and the peak of Dhaulagari. The trail; ascends steeply through pastures and scattered forest top the village of Chitre for overnight.

Day 07: Chitre/Birethanti. (3400 feet and 4 to 5 hours walking): Trek through scattered villages for about two hours to the village of Thamarjung for lunch. Then an easy walk for two and 1/2 hours to reach Birethati. Camp at the school ground.

Day 08: Birethanti/Ghandrung. (4 to 5 hours walking): An easy walk for one and 1/2 hours to Seuli Bazaar then ascend for about two and 1/2 hours to Ghandrung for overnight.

Day 09: Ghandrung/Pothana. 5600 feet and 5 to 6 hours walking): Today the trail descends to Modi Khola where you cross the suspension bridge and ascend to Landrung village. Annapurna and Machapuchhre are clearly visible from the trail. Continue through scattered woods and then ascend steeply for one hour. Climb for two hours to Deurali where again you have excellent views of the Western Nepal Mountains. The trail then descends gradually to Pothana for overnight.

Day 10: Pothana/Phedi/Pokhara. After breakfast a one hour walk to Damphus, then an easy one and 1/2 hour walk along the ridge passing villages and paddy fields to Phedi. From here, you will drive for half an hour back to Pokhara. Over night in Pokhara Hotel.

Day 11: Mountain Flight To Kathmandu.

Day 12: Trip ends ! fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time.

Cost Included:

• Arrival & Departure Transfers by private on both domestic and international flights.
• Trekking gears like sleeping bag, rain gear down jacket, duffel bag etc for the use during the trip.
• All meals are prepared by our experience cook.
• Toilet Paper.
• Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu flight ticket.
• All camping equipment and gear, including two person tent, dining tent, toilet tent, porter tent and Kitchen tent.
• All camping equipment including kitchen equipment, tables and chairs/stools etc.
• Porters to carry all person gear and group equipment .
• Trekking guide.
• Private transportation to / from the Trekking starting and ending points.
• First Aid kit.
• 4-5 Star Accommodation (Hotel Yak & yeti/ Hotel Shaker or Similar) in Kathmandu / (Hotel Fishtail Lodge / Pokhara grande or Similar ) Pokhara on a twin share bed- and- breakfast basis. (If you like to have a standard Hotel accomodation Please do let us know.
• Kathmandu city and Trekking Region maps.
• TIMS / Trekking permit, National park / Conservation entry fees. Half day guided city tour with world heritage site with entrance fees as listed in itinerary .
• Insurance of all staffs (Including porters).

Cost Excluded:

• International Airfair.
• Items of a personal nature.
• Drinks and main meals in cities.
• Your Travel Insurance
• Nepal Visa fee. (US$ 40 for 1 month) (US$ 25 for 15 Days)
• Tips.

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