Kids Friendly Lower Annapurna Royal Trek - 9 Days

Description

The Royal Trek (1,730 m) is one of the shortest and easiest treks in the foothills of Annapurna. The blend of diverse cultures, along with superb views of Mt. Fishtail and the Annapurna ranges in the northern highlands, makes this trek one of the most exhilarating trips in the Annapurna Region.

This trek is very suitable for beginners, moderate hikers, and even children. Its main characteristics include fewer crowds of tourists, more remote places to explore, and easy uphill steps. The beautiful journey begins with a day drive to the city of lakes, Pokhara, passing through Gurung settlements, layered rice terraces, and lush green forests. The trekking trail concludes at Begnas Lake, located 30 km west of Pokhara city.

Included

  • 8x Breakfast,4x Dinner,4x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 8 nights,Arrival / Departure transfers on international flights
  • Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu / Pokhara on a twin share b&b basis as per the itinerary
  • Full board meals during the trek
  • Accommodation in comfortable homestay while doing Royal Trekking
  • Welcome dinner with cultural program as listed in the itinerary
  • Full- Day guided city tour as listed in itinerary
  • Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable
  • Professional local trekking group leader well trained in Wilderness First Aid
  • Comprehensive First Aid Kit
  • Trekking guides and other support staff
  • Royal trekking map
  • Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipmen
  • Osho Adventure T-shirts / other seasonal gifts
  • Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
  • Local Tax and Government Fees
  • Entry/Admission - Pokhara Lakeside
  • Entry/Admission - Kalikasthan
  • Entry/Admission - Syaklunge Khaja Ghar
  • Entry/Admission - Chisapani Bazar

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
  • Emergency evacuation costs (for rental of land cruiser)
  • Any additional meals in Kathmandu
  • Entry/Admission - Kathmandu Durbar Square
  • Entry/Admission - Swayambhunath Stupa
  • Entry/Admission - Pashupatinath Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Boudhanath Stupa

Know before you go

Porter-supported trek

Two clients share one porter. We will supply you a trek duffel bag where you keep your heavy items and this bag is carried by the porter. You will need to bring your own daypack to be carried by you. In the daypack, you can put money, important documents, water bottle/bladder, camera, toiletries, sunscreen, notebook, etc. The weight limit for the porter is 30 kg or 66 pounds. 15 kg or 33 pounds for each client. So, we recommend you to pack as carefully as you can and not exceed the weight limit. You can leave your non-trekking stuff at the locker facility in the Kathmandu hotel.

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

  • 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.)

Optional

  • Adjustable trekking poles
  • Favorite snack foods (No more than 2 pounds)
  • Paperback books, cards, mp3 player
  • Binoculars
  • Cameras (Memory cards, chargers and also batteries)
  • Pee bottle for men and pee funnel for women

Location:

Supplier: Osho World Adventure - Nepal Tour-Trekking Operator