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Annapurna Area
This Annapurna area is the central Nepal is the most geographically and culturally diverse protected are in the world. The Annapurna region includes sub-tropical lowlands, Oak, Rhododendron and bamboo forests, high alpine meadows and windswept desert plateaus. It has the world's deepest river gorge- the Kali Gandaki, Lying some 6900 meters below some of the world's biggest and most scenic mountains. Annapurna I is the eighth highest mountain in the world, reaching height of 8091 meters. As well, over 40000 people of distinct ethnic background call this area home, sharing it with numerous varieties of domestic wild animals.
The King Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation, Nepal's Leading non-governmental conservation, helped establish the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) in 1986. It is a new concept in resource management, integrating environmental protection, sustainable development and harmonious forms of tourism. It is Nepal's largest protected area.
1) Royal Trek - 4 Days
2) Panchachi Village Trek - 4 Days
3) Poonhill Trek (4+5 Days Trek -- Grade 1)
This trek starts from Pokhara and Winds through beautiful Rhododendron forests, Gurung villages, Panoramic views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Gangapurna, Fishtail Mountain, Annapurna North & South, Dhampus, Thorangla Pass, and many other treasures of the Himalayas. You can observe the Culture and Traditions of Gurungs, as well as the freshness of Village life.
4) ABC Trek (Annapurna Sanctuary) (4+10 Days Trek -- Grade 2)
This trek leads northwest out of Pokhara via an ancient route to Tibet across glaciers, pas gorges and waterfalls until you reach Annapurna Base Camp. From the base camp you have a close look at the high mountains, passing through the famous Gorkha soldiers' village on the way. In these places you will find a wealth of ancient culture and traditions, different from any you've seen before. At the final destination, you will find the sanctuary awaiting you with a hearty welcome.
5) Jomson / Muktinath Trek (4+11 Days Trek -- Grade 1)
On this trek, you can see Buddhist Monasteries and beautiful Villages. Walking up and over hills and valleys, you can view Mt. Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre , Nilgiri and other peaks. You will not forget the gorgeous views of the Himalayas for this trek. Note that Jomson is the starting point of the Mustang Trek.
6) Annapurna Circuit (4+21 Days Trek -- Grade 3)
This is the most popular and famous trek in Nepal. It is distinct from any other treks by its variety of people, culture, landscapes and natural scenery. Crossing over Thorang Pass to Muktinath, a holy place for Hindus and Buddhists, you will have a close look at Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Machhapuchhre the Virgin peak.
Langtang Area
The Langtang-Helambu-Gosaikund region is easily accessible from Kathmandu. Each area in itself is a good choice for those with limited time. In one week to ten days, one can visit any one of these areas. A three-week trip could cover all three but would involve crossing high mountain passes. The views overall are not quite as spectacular as in the Annapurna or Khumbu areas, but they remain unforgettably beautiful. In addition, the trails are less crowded and the people are friendly.
In all three of these regions, food and lodging are available along the entire way, except at a few passes. Check details of your particular route before leaving Kathmandu.
1) Langtang Trek (4+10 Days Trek -- Grade 2)
Langtang is a narrow valley, that lies just south of the Tibetan border, sandwiched between the main Himalayan range to the north and slightly lower range of snow clad peaks to the sourth. This high and isolated region is inhabited by people of Tibetan origin. Langtang valley offers an opportunity to explore villages and monasteries as to visit glaciers at the head of valley and views of Mt. Langtang, Mt. Goasinkunda, Mt. Lirung, Mt. Ganesh and Chinese Mountain.
2) Gosainkunda Lake Trek (4+10 Days Trek -- Grade 2)
One of the Holiest sites for Hindus, Gosainkunda Lake is situated at the altitude of 4312 m. There are more than one hundred lakes in the vicinity, all total. Beautiful landscapes are a common sight on this trek. Thousands of Pilgrims visit this area every during the festival.
3) Shivapuri Trek (4+5 Days Trek -- Grade 1)
This trek starts form Budhanilkantha and ends in Nagarkot. It takes you around Kathmandu valley for a breath-taking experience of viewing the Himalayas range. You can enjoy the stunningly beautiful views at sunrise and sunset form Nagarkot.
4) Helambu Trek (4+7 Days Trek -- Grade 1)
Helambu is famous for its ancient Buddhist monasteries. It is known as the viewpoint of Mt. Langtang, Gaurishnkar, and other colorful high mountains. This trek is famous for its climate, and its flora and fauna.
Everest Area
The Khumbu, known commonly as the Everest region, is also known as the home of the Sherpa people and the mysterious Yeti. the Complete trek starts at Jiri in the Solu region, and reaches. Mt. Everest Base Camp at an elevation of 5,450 meters. The round trip takes at least three weeks, The many ascents and descents have given this trek a rating of "Strenuous". Along the way to the base camp, the combined ascents total more than 10,000 meters.
Many trekkers cut out the one-week walk through the lovely Solu region by flying the Lukla (Hillary) airstrip, a day or two's walk from Namche Bazaar. However, flights in the fall and spring can be crowded and often delayed by bad weather. Above Namche Bazaar there are four major valleys to explore. Walking here is less arduous than the ups and downs of the route in the Annapruna Region but it is a at a higher altitude.
1) Everest Base Camp (4+14 - 28 Days Trek -- Grade 3)
The highest mountain peak in the world is an inevitable attraction to trekkers and nature lovers. This trek starts form Jiri, at an altitude of 2300m, and continues up to Everest Base Camp, 5356m. On the way, you will see the Sherpa Culture and traditions, and ancient monasteries are a common sight. Passing through deep forests, over steep mountains, and through beautiful villages, you will then trek from Namche back to Lukla, fro where you fly back to Katmandu.
Note: All Areas that mention above is possible for Tea House & Tented Trek .
Above all Trek has - Included Yoga Course Days - 2 days Before & 2 Days After Trek .
2) Royal Trek 4 Days
3) Panchasi Trek 4 Days
4) Chitwan Corak Village Eco Trek
Panchassee Yoga Trek (4 to 5 Days Trek)
Day 1 Pokhara/ShantiStupa – Bhumdi /Pumdi (Overnight at Camping Ground Middle of the forest)
Day 2 Bhumdi – Bhanjayang
Day 3 Bhanjayang – Panchassee – Parbat Village
Day 4 Parbat Village – Gatee Cheena/Pokhara
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Day 4 Parbat Village – Bhanjayang Rest
Day 5 Parbat Village – Khadi/Naudadha/Pokhara
Panchassee Mountain is an ancient pilgrimage climbing from the level of Fewa Lake to about 2500 meters, from where excellent views of the Annapurna mountain-massif are possible. There are wonderful trekking trails in every direction to the five peaks of this holy mountain. Thickly forested, Panchassee wears a garment of very lush vegetation: tree orchids, Rhododendron blooms and colorful flowers. She wears in Her hair throughout each year. In the above photo is shown a group of exotic village lodges forty-five minutes below the summits on the Gatee-Cheena route.
One of the delights that trekking around Panchassee can bring is a visit to her tiny lake nestled in jungle, as if a jewel below the western summit. As a female symbol for the “waters of our being”, this lake is a basis for the Mountain's motherhood. There are old, stone-stepped pilgrimage approaches upon which we climb past grassland greens and into vastnesses of Yoga symbols for which this Mountain is famous. Panchassee is a unique nature experience that provides inspiring vistas at every turn of the path: but be ready for serious exercise during the climb!
“Panchassee” means “five seats of the Divine Mother”: “Panch” means five, “as” is from the root word of Asana (the Yoga schools of physical posture) meaning a a seat or place, and the double “ee” represents the female gender. The symbol of five represents an ancient Yoga system in which there are experienced five levels of existence. Three of these levels are of our thinking, feeling and sensing, with the Above and Below completing this symbol of manifestation. Just as Everest, Annapurna or Daulagiri, Panchassee is a divine Mountain-mother to the local people, visible during annual Mela celebration in November.
The holy island in Fewa Lake is a sister to Panchassee, and this rock is a symbol of a divine creation out of the “waters of being”, just as with the Panchassee lake. Panchassee streams provide much of the water for this unique island experience: feed Her temple fish when visiting.
On Mela day offerings of grain, grown on the terraces of local villages are made, in a symbolic refertilization of the Earth as a divine Mother who gives us everything.
Devotees wear red for the Panchassee Mela and generally cross the peaks after being blessed by Her lake water. This crossing is quite steep and physical fitness is required. It is during the crossing that the grains are scattered and the Earth rejuvenated: this celebration is also of the Shakti principle in Nepali culture and is many thousands of years old.
On Panchassee mountain are many “seats” of Yoga practice. The ruins in his photo are just above the village lodges on Panchassee, one hour below the peaks. The sadhu perhaps sat inside and held in his mind the view before the eyes: a nature vastness symbolic in the Vedic culture for the divine Female as Daughter (Kumari), Wife, Mother or Yogini. A visit to this mountain is a return to an Age when womanhood implied Shakti, a love and energy of strength and force.
GRADE INFORMATION
Grade 1 |
Grade 2 |
Grade 3 |
Grade 4 |
- No Experience Required
- No Difficult Climbs
- Exciting Village Life
- Mountain Panoramas |
- Slightly Challenging
- Close-Up Mountain Views
- Remote or Well-Trodden Routes. |
- Previous Experience Required
- Steep Climbs to 5500m
- Glacier Crossing |
- Experience Required
- High Altitudes
- Rope Climbing
- Rough Terrain
- Wilderness |
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