Kids Friendly Lower Annapurna Royal Trek
Description
The Royal Trek (1730m) is one of the shortest and easiest treks in the foothill of Annapurna Region. The blend of diverse cultures with superb views of Mt. Fishtail and Annapurna ranges at the northern highlands makes this trek one of the most exhilarating trips in the Annapurna Region.
The trek is very suitable for beginners, hikers with moderate, for the kids as well. Less crowd of tourists, more remote places to explore, and easy uphill steps are the main characteristics features of the trek. This beautiful journey of exploration begins from a day drive to the city of beautiful lakes; Pokhara passing through the Gurung settlements, layered rice terrains, and lush green forests. The trekking trail marks its completion at Begnas Lake, 30km west of Pokhara city.
Included
- Arrival / Departure transfers on international flights.
- Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu / Pokhara on a twin share bed- and- breakfast basis as per the itinerary.
- A Professional Trekking Guide
- Accommodation in comfortable homestay while doing Royal Trekking.
- Welcome dinner with cultural program.
- Full- Day guided city tour as listed in itinerary.
- Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable.
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
- Royal trekking map.
- Osho Adventure T-shirts / other seasonal gifts.
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
- Local Tax and Government Fees.
Excluded
- International Airfare from Home – Kathmandu – Home.
- Photocopy charges, web usage and telephone calls.
- Nepal VISA cost which will be charge at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Travel Insurance
- Extra cost due to natural calamities and hiring additional transportation and porters.
Know before you go
General
- 4-season sleeping bag (We can provide one if you need it but has to be returned after the trek)
- Duffel bag
- Daypack
- Down jacket (Must have for mornings, nights and evenings, and for altitudes above 4,000 m; We can provide it if you need one but has to be returned after the trek.)
Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes
- Sun hat
- Wool or synthetic hat that cover the ears
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Headlamp
- Neck warmer
Hand
- Liner gloves
- Heavier shell gloves
Core Body
- T-shirts
- Lightweight expedition thermal tops
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Water/windproof shell jacket (Preferably breathable fabric)
- Synthetic sports bras (For women)
Lower Body – Legs
- Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms
- Nylon hiking shorts
- Soft shell and hard shell trekking pants
- Water/windproof trousers
- Casual pants
Feet
- Liner socks
- Heavyweight socks
- Waterproof hiking/trekking boots
- Light shoes/sneakers/sandals
- Gaiters (For monsoon and winter)
Medicines and First Aid Kits
- (Please note our guide will carry the first-aid kit bag during the trek. However we still recommend you to bring your personalized first-aid kit as well.)
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains
- Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea
- Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness
- Anti-infection ointments
- Band-aids
- Lip balm (At least SPF 20)
- Sunscreen (SPF 40)
Miscellaneous, but Important!
- Passport and extra passport photos (3 copies)
- Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave one at our office in Kathmandu just in case if you need to change the date of your flight.)
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport
- Water bottle/bladder
- Water purification Iodine tablets
- Toiletry kit (Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.)