Nepal holiday, Annapurna & Everest trekking holiday
| country: | Nepal |
| location: | Annapurna, Everest region, Chitwan |
| trip type: | Walking safaris, introductory walking |
| departures: | 2009: 13 Dec, 27 Dec 2010: 10 Jan, 24 Jan, 14 Feb, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 31 Oct, 12 Dec, 26 Dec |
| price: | From £1750 (27 days) excluding flights. We can arrange flights from the UK. |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
the amazing things you'll be doing
This adventure provides a complete overview of Nepal. We combine our two popular treks our Annapurna Trek and the Sherpa Everest trek - undertake a wildlife safari in the Chitwan National Park and savour the delights of the Kathmandu Valley. Contrast is the essence on this four week adventure.
During the introductory trek through the Annapurna foothills we visit villages where many of the Gurkhas were recruited and gain vantage points to view the peaks of the Annapurna Range that will undoubtedly whet your appetite for the Everest region. After undertaking a jungle safari in the Chitwan National Park we head to the Everest region to experience the legendary hospitality of the Sherpa people and gain views of Everest and a host of other spectacular peaks.
During the introductory trek through the Annapurna foothills we visit villages where many of the Gurkhas were recruited and gain vantage points to view the peaks of the Annapurna Range that will undoubtedly whet your appetite for the Everest region. After undertaking a jungle safari in the Chitwan National Park we head to the Everest region to experience the legendary hospitality of the Sherpa people and gain views of Everest and a host of other spectacular peaks.
what's included on our Nepal holiday
26 breakfasts, 20 lunches and 20 dinners, airport transfers, flight Kathmandu/Pokhara, flight Kathmandu/ Lukla/Kathmandu, expert bilingual guide, group medical kit, good quality accommodation in Kathmandu, trek pack including sleeping bag, down or fibre filled jacket and insulated mat, souvenir kit bag, private transportation, all park entrance fees and trekking permits, porters to carry all personal and group equipment, porter's insurance, sightseeing in Kathmandu, site entry fees.day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Join Kathmandu |
| Day 2: | In Kathmandu, sightseeing Kathmandu Valley |
| Day 3: | Fly to Pokhara |
| Day 4-8: | Trek through Gurung villages and temperate forest to gain uninterrupted views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Ranges |
| Day 9: | Return to Pokhara |
| Day 10-11: | Transfer to Chitwan National Park for jungle walks and elephant safari |
| Day 12: | Drive to Kathmandu |
| Day 13: | In Kathmandu |
| Day 14-15: | Fly to Lukla, commence trek through Sherpa villages |
| Day 16-17: | Arrive Namche Bazaar, rest and acclimatise |
| Day 18-20: | Trek via Thyangboche Monastery to Ama Dablam Base Camp, view Everest |
| Day 21-24: | Return trek to Lukla |
| Day 25: | Fly Lukla to Kathmandu |
| Day 26: | In Kathmandu |
| Day 27: | In Kathmandu, trip concludes. |
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places. highly commended
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how this holiday makes a difference
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We stay in tents, not lodges and teahouses. Why does that make a difference? We want to support the fragile ecosystem of the Himalayas. Many lodges and teahouses burn wood to heat their water for cooking and hot showers. This in turn contributes to deforestation, associated erosion and loss of biodiversity. That is why twenty five years ago, we pioneered the use of only kerosene above and below the tree-line to ensure that we are loyal to our policies of making a minimal impact on the environment. Also, we want to stay off the beaten track. We believe that you will get a greater understanding and appreciation of the natural beauty of your surroundings if you are away from the hordes which follow the tea-house trails.
Our pioneering Porter Policy Porters are an integral part of your trip, and we have a close association with the IPPG, IMEC and Porters Progress to improve the conditions for porters. As well as paying our guides out of season, and an above-average take-home wage, our porter welfare supplement includes insurance, all meals on trek, appropriate clothing and accommodation for ALL our porters on all our treks. Their safety and comfort is as important to us as our customers. We have committed US $3000 to sponsor the Porter Rescue Post at Machermo which has been set up by the IPPG. This facility is for the benefit of sick or injured porters in the Everest region and building has already started. Our Responsible Travel Guidebook Our philosophy since 1975 has been to leave only footprints and take only photographs. To reiterate this, every customer who travels with us receives a copy of our award-winning Responsible Travel guidebook. This detailed book outlines our environmentally sustainable principles, and outlines how each customer can minimize their impact while travelling. Global Warming and Carbon Balancing The root cause of Global Warming is society's dependence on emission creating fossil fuel. Planting trees is not going to reverse this trend or cancel our carbon emissions very quickly or effectively. We believe the way to reduce these dependencies is to create clean energy production. Therefore, we support renewable energy projects like wind and solar power, and we are aligned with Climate Friendly, the gold standard setter in effective, meaningful action addressing climate change. So, while we believe that tree planting can play a small role in greenhouse gas abatement, we have gone the extra mile in promoting a longer term solution. Is this cheap? No. Is it responsible? Absolutely. By joining this trek you can be assured that you will not be contributing to deforestation or the associated soil erosion and loss of biodiversity but rather you'll be making a significant contribution by supporting our efforts to set the standards for a sustainable trekking service. |
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