Day 01. Pokhara - Ghandruk (915m-1951m)
Leave Pokhara early in the morning by bus or taxi to New Bridge or to Phedi. From Phedi we take a path steeply up the hill to our right towards Dampus. Walking along this ridge gives fantastic views of Annapurnas, Manaslu. If we go to Birethati, we turn right after crossing the river (Modi) and aim to reach Ghandruk about 4-5 hours steep hill trial. Where there are good views of Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and Annapurna South for our rights stop in this pretty village. Day 02. Ghandruk – Chomrong (1,952m)
If we are on the east side of the Modi river valley the trail cross the river at Nayapool (New Bridge) and climb to Chomrong via the hot spring, which away prove a much needed, drives ion. If we are on the west of the valley the trail descends to the Modi Knola and ascends to Chhormong. There are few water miles and other attractions as well which provides enjoyment for the day. Chomrong, which has plenty of lodge and good views of tomorrow walk. Day 03. Chomrong – Himalaya Hotel (3,000m)
As we leave Chomrong the trail drops down to the Chhomrong khola, and then vlimnd yo Dinues, Khuldighar at 2380m where there was an ACAP check post and continuous walking to Bambu. The trail climbs through bamboo, then rhododendron forests to Dovan and finally to Himalayan Hotel. The excellent views of Machhapurchhre (fishtail) pass as we begin to walk past in base. Day 04.To Machhapurchhare Base Camp ( 3, 700m)
The trek remains on the west bank of Modi, now following through a more open valley and eventually emerges into the Sanctuary. Straight ahead is the high lateral Morain of the South Annapurna glacier and Modi follows the Machhapurchhre base camp Day 05: To Annapurna Basecamp ( 4, 100m)
On up the broad path referred to above for about one and half hours and then climb on to the lateral moraine and down the other the glacier is safe and quite easy and the British Expedition Base camp is reached after another one and half hours and the camp is based at the elevation of 4,100m. The trip is best done from the lower camp and the best views are probably obtained from the crest of the moraine. Enjoy the 360 degree views of the Himalayas. Return to the Machhapuchhre Basecamp or further down to Doban for overnight. Day 06 To Chomrong (1,952m)
Return to Chomorong in two days with a stop perhaps at Deorali. Stay at an excellent lodge with hot shower and good food. Day 08. To Ghandruk
Retrace down to Ghandruk. Day 09: To Pokhara.
( You can extend your trek to Tadapani and Ghorepani and hike Poonhill, 3 days more) |
