Annapurna Sanctuary / Base camp Trek
The Annapurna Sanctuary / Base camp trek is a hike into the dazzling natural amphitheater formed by the staggeringly beautiful peaks of the giants Annapurna 1, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Fang and the fishtail peak of Machapuchare. Although there is only one entrance to the sanctuary itself, we follow lesser-used approach and exit routes.

The vast amphitheater of the Annapurna Sanctuary is encircled by the famous Himalayan peaks - the 'fishtail' spire of Machapuchare (6997m), Gangapurna (7454m) Annapurna 1 (8091m), unclimbed Fang (7647m) and Annapurna South (7273m). The only approach follows the Modi Khola Valley through forests of Oak, Rhododendron and Bamboo, passing through and beyond Gurung villages to a world of soaring peaks.

The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes us pass three 8 thousanders . We start our trek with a short drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. We walk to a village by the Modi River, Birethanti(1000m). Walking through oak forest we cross several side valleys, which run into the Modi Khola, and climb a stone 'staircase' to the Gurung village of Chomrong (2060m). Trekking past Hinku cave, we reach what is known as the 'gate' into the Sanctuary - a pass between the spectacular peaks of Hiunchuli and Machapuchare.

The glaciated and snow covered peaks of the Sanctuary form a spectacular barrier. Dazzling views confront us as we trek up through the last permanent settlements to the Machapuchare Base Camp (3729m) where we are rewarded with superb views of 'Fishtail' mountain. While here we will also visit the Annapurna South Base camp.

Day 1 - KATHMANDU Arrive and transfer to hotel.

Day 2 - KATHMANDU Morning walking tour of the market area of Ason, Durbar Square and Swayambunath Temple.

Day 3 - BIRETHANTI (1,000m) Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 4 - BANTHANTI (2,300m) Our first day on the trail

Day 5 - GHOREPANI (2,850m)

Day 6 - POON HILL - TADAPANI

Day 7 - CHOMRONG (2,000m)

Day 8 - DOBAN (2,500m)

Day 9 - MACHAPUCHARE BASE CAMP (3,600m)

Day 10- ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP (4,100m)

Day 11- BAMBOO (2,500m)

Day 12- JHINU (1,750m)

Day 13- POTANA (1,600m)

Day 14- PHEDI - POKHARA

Day 15- KATHMANDU Drive to Kathmandu.

Day 16- KATHMANDU Tour ends. Departure from Nepal

Inclusions
* 2/3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu room only basis, twin
sharing
* Hotel in Pokhara on bed only basis
* Hotel/ Lodges/ tea houses on twin sharing basis
* All transportation by private coach and domestic
air travel
* Expert Trek leader
* Complimentary T-Shirt
* Use of trekking kit bag during trek
* 1 Assistant guide between 6 trekkers
* Trekking "Chef"
* 1 porter between three trekkers
* Good clothing for porters and crew
* Insurance for crew and porters
* All permits
* Twin sharing rooms/ tea houses on trek
* Domestic airfare.

Exclusions:-
* International airport taxes
* Visas
* Meals are budgeted separately on trek
* All optional additional tours or activities during free time
* Transportation outside of the tour program
* Travel insurance (buy insurance) (Compulsory to have
insurance that covers helicopter evacuation)
* Tips, Leader's tipping up to your discretion
* Items of a personal nature e.g alcoholic drinks, bottled
beverages, laundry, souvenir etc.

Trip Dates
Trip date for 2010
18th September - 3rd October 2010
2nd October - 17th October 2010
16th October - 31st October 2010
30th October - 14th November 2010
13th November - 28th November 2010
27th November - 12th December 2010
11th December - 26th December 2010
18th December - 2nd January 2011

Trip date for 2011
12th February - 27th February 2011
26th February - 13th March 2011
12th March - 27th March 2011
26th March - 10th April 2011
9th April - 24th April 2011
23rd April - 8th May 2011
17th September - 2nd October 2011
1st October - 16th October 2011
15th October - 30th November 2011
29th October - 13th November 2011
12th November - 27th November 2011
26th November - 11th December 2011
10th December - 25th December 2011
17th December - 1st January 2012