Kali Gandaki valley trekking is popular in trail in Annapurna trekking area where you will enjoy with an spectacular Himalayan views, the desiccated landscape and mixed culture with HJT professional trekking guides. Kali Gandaki Valley was the main trading route with Tibet and the system of lodges and tea-houses here is well developed. The Thakali people who inhabit kali Gandaki area are renowned for their hospitality and for being obliging hosts. your trekking trail follows the Kali Gandaki River valley from the Hindu lowlands in the south to the Buddhist villages and people in the upper valley. At Tukuche you head off the main trail and head to the spectacular Dhaulagiri icefall where you are treated to superb views of the icefall and across the deep valley to Annapurna . As you continue north towards Mustang and Tibet the scenery changes dramatically, the landscape becoming much drier and the river bed widening. At Muktinath you have time to explore the famous Hindus and Buddhist temples and make an excursion to the base of Thorung La Pass before descending to your treks end at Jomsom and a spectacular mountain flight to Pokhara.
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Trekking duration: 17 days
Starting from: kathmandu by bus/flight to pokhara
Ending at: Pokhara (back from Birethanti or Phedi)
Grade: Moderate
Highest access of the trek: 3890 meters on Muktinath.
Culture: Mixed culture based on Gurung ,Thakali& Magar
Mode of trekking tour: Teahouse (Lodge) Trek - or camping trek.
Himalayan sights: Lamjung Himal, Annapurna (I,II,III,IV), Machhapuchhre Himal, Manaslu Himal, Dhawalagiri range, Tilicho peak, Tibetan ranges
Splendid breathtaking place: High Mountain pass, great Himalayan view, popular hot Spring along the route, etc
Kali Gandaki Valley Trekking Itineraries
Day 1: Arrival in Katmandu (1334m), transfer Hotel and wel come diner
Day 2: Katmandu by flight or by tourist bus to pokhara (915m).
Day 3: Pokhara by taxi to Nayapul than trek to Tikhedunga (1577m)
Day 4: Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2810m
Day 5: panoramic view including the Fishtail( Machhapuchhare) ,Annapurna I ,Annapurna south, Dhaulagiri, Himchuli and overnight at Shikha (1920m).
Day 6: Tatopani to Ghasa (2013m)
Day 7: Tatopani to Ghasa (2013m)
Day 8: Ghasa to Larjung (2543m)
Day 9: Larjung to Marpha (2676m)
Day 10: Marpha to Eklebhatti (2832m) & make excursion in around Kali Gandaki river.
Day 11: Eklebhatti to Kagbeni (2840m)
Day 12: Eklebhatti to Kagbeni (2840m)
Day 13: In the morning Muktinath Temple excursion and overnight at Jomsom (2713m)
Day 14: Jomsom by flight back to Pokhara (915m)
Day 15: Pokhara back to Katmandu by Tourist bus/Flight
Day 16: Katmandu valley sightseeing and farewell diner in room
Day 17: Back to onward destination
Cost included
- Trekking permit
- Food: Breakfast, lunch & Dinners during the treks
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Drink: Tea Coffee, milk
- Trekking Staff: Guide,who have been many time these area.
- Transportation: By air /by bus
- National park fee
- Insurance for all staffs
- Porters salary
- Guide salary
- Two nights star hotel in Kathmandu
Costs Does Not Include
- Helicopter Rescue (alpine adventure team give you services but your insurance most cover it.)
- International Air fare
- Soft and Hard Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for porters and guide/cook
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