Annapurna Chitwan

We combine our Annapurna Trek with a safari in the Chitwan National Park. This adventure is a fine contrast between trekking the remote foothills of the Annapurnas and a safari in the Chitwan National Park.

We trek through traditional Hindu villages and pristine forests to ridge top camps that afford remarkable views of Annapurna South and Machapuchare. At Chitwan we undertake a wildlife safari in search of rhino and the Bengal tiger.

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Itinerary / Highlights

DAY 1 Arrive in Kathmandu (1330m).
You will be met by your group leader and transferred to the hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. A pre-trek briefing will be given around 5pm where arrangements will be made for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag and down jacket. Evening drinks are held in the hotel for all World Expeditions clients arriving today. Drinks and snacks will generally be served from 6:30 pm until 7:15pm, and this is a great opportunity to get acquainted with your fellow group members before heading out to dinner.
Meals: NIL

DAY 2 Half Day Sightseeing Tour. Rest of day at leisure.
This morning a sightseeing tour has been arranged, taking in the key attractions in and around Kathmandu. In the afternoon you have time to explore Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, and the lesserknown towns that dot the valley on foot, by bicycle or trishaw. The area has an amazing range of fascinating highlights, whatever your interest. Excellent bookshops, extensive markets, and novelty and handicraft shops contrast with fantastic centres of cultural and spiritual significance - Kathmandu has more World Heritage sites than any other city in the world.
Meals: B

DAY 3 Fly to Pokhara, trek to Australia camp(1990m)- approx 2 hours walking
This morning we take a flight west to Pokhara, Nepal's second largest town (820 m). On arrival you are greeted with sights of the entire Annapurna Range. The drive to the roadhead at Khara takes around one hour. Our trail then winds uphill through terraced fields and mixed oak and rhododendron forest. There is no need to rush. This is a short day with plenty of time to reach camp. Australia Camp is located on a grassy ridge that affords inspiring views of the huge snowy face of Annapurna South and the sacred peak of Machapuchare. At dusk we can appreciate the lights of Pokhara over a thousand metres below our camp.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 4 To Landruk (1640m) & approximately 5 hours walking
After a glorious mountain sunrise we follow the trail through rhododendron forest before continuing through a series of Gurung villages where lifestyles have not changed substantially over the centuries. After lunch we follow a well-marked trail to the prosperous village of Landruk where we camp for the night.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 5 To Ghandruk (1740m) - approximately 4 hours walking
After witnessing another memorable sunrise we backtrack for an hour before following trails high above the Modi Khola gorge. This delightful stage heads through terraced fields and beautiful oak forest (with a few ups and downs to cross tributaries) before a gradual ascent to the substantial village Ghandruk. We have ample time to explore this ancient village and include visits to privately owned Gurung villages that provide a further insight into the lifestyles of villagers who have traditionally provided the backbone of the famous Gurkha regiments.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 6 To Naya Pul (1000m) - approximately 5 hours walking
After absorbing even more spectacular views of Annapurna South we head down the Modi Khola valley along a secluded village trail that is rarely followed by other trekking groups. After lunch at the scenic village of Dansing we complete a short, steep descent to the village of Birethanti along the Modi Khola. We cross a substantial bridge before making our way to a serene campsite just below the bustling bazaar of Naya Pul
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 7 To Bhadure (1550m) - approximately 5 hours walking
We appreciate the distinctive fluted peaks of Machapuchare before undertaking an early morning ascent through mixed oak and rhododendron forest. We are now off the established trails through farming settlements that rarely see foreign trekkers. After lunch we complete our trek to Bhadure and a fine campsite just above the village. That night we often celebrate with the local musicians and dancers who will ensure a memorable last evening on the trail.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 8 To Bhanjyang (2100m) - approximately 4 hours walking
We ascend gradually for 1 hr through the forest and pastures of Bhadure enjoying the scenic beauty of the Himalaya on the way. The trail continues through the forest with gradual flat ascents that leads us to Bhanjyang.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 9 To Pame (900m) - approximately 4 hours walking, transfer to Pokhara
This morning we take a side excursion to Panchase Peak (2540), the highest point of our trek and one of the highlights. The one and half hour climb through the forest gives us time to appreciate the abundant bird life and wilderness of the foothills. The views from the summit are stunning. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu ranges form a huge mountain barrier on the skyline. Three peaks with a height of over 8000m and numerous other snow capped mountains fade into the distance. We descend back to camp and continue through the forest to Pame. You will see many species of birds in this section of forest. The road head is just 20 minutes walk from Pame. We can transfer to Pokhara by bus or there is also the option to cross the lake by boat. This is an enjoyable way to end the trek and is 11/2 hours across the lake and 15 minutes walk to our camp on the other side.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 10 Drive Pokhara to Chitwan approximately 4 hrs drive
This morning we transfer to Chitwan by road. On arrival we are briefed on the planned activities during our stay and on the park in general. Late afternoon and early morning are the best times to sight wildlife, so other times tend to be for less energetic activities. We will have lunch at the lodge and commence our activity program. Our accommodation is in 2-bed huts with a private bathroom. Solar heated hot water is available in the afternoons.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 11 In Chitwan National Park.
A full day's activities are available including jungle walks, elephant rides, canoe rides, bird-watching and four-wheel-drive excursions, as well as lectures on elephants and other fauna. Our concession area is the territory of many species of wildlife including 3 tigers, 5 leopards, 7 rhino, and many deer, boar, bear, peacocks, an extraordinary number of bird species and is occasionally visited by wild
elephants.
Meals: B, L, D

DAY 12 Drive to Kathmandu approximately 5 hrs drive
We complete our last activity, and after breakfast transfer by road to Kathmandu.
Meals: B

DAY 13 Trip concludes Kathmandu
After breakfast arrangements cease unless further arrangements have been made. Those people travelling by aircraft to further destinations will be transferred to the airport and assisted with checkin procedures.
Meals: B