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POPULAR TREKKING ROUTES IN AND ARROUND POKHARA
ANNAPURNA
CIRCUIT OR ROUND ANNAPURNA TREK
ANNAPURNA
SANCTUARY
DHAULAGIRI
CIRCUIT
Upper
Mustang or Lo Manthang trek
MILLENIUM TREK
Panchase Trek
Ridge Line Trek
Royal Trek
POPULAR TREKKING ROUTES IN AND ARROUND POKHARA
Pokhara is a centrally located and
the biggest tourist destination of Nepal. Pokhara is a touristic hub
of western Nepal and the gateway to popular touristic destinations like
Upper Mustang, Muktinath, Upper Dolpo, Annapurna Region, Lumbini, Chitwan
and cultural villages of mid-hill Nepal. The Annapurna region
is a trekking paradise of Nepal and the most adventure tours round the
Dhaulagiri trek start from Pokhara. Pokhara is not only the center for
adventure trekking but also a center for the soft trek of Mid-Hill Nepal
like Sirubari village, Millenium trek, Panchase trek, Ridge line trek
etc.
A tourist can visit Nepal for all seasons. However, the best trekking
periods in the Annapurna or Himalaya region are autumn and the early
spring, whereas in the mid-hill region, late autumn and winter are the
best periods. The best known trekking areas around Pokhara are, Annapurna
circuit trek, Annapurna Sanctuary trek, Ghorepani-Poon Hill trek, Jomsom
– Muktinath trek, Upper Mustang or Lomangthang trek, Upper Dolpo trek,
Royal trek, Millenium trek, Panchase trek, Round Dhaulagiri trek, Ridge
line trek, Siklis Trek, Ghandruk trek etc.
ANNAPURNA
CIRCUIT OR ROUND ANNAPURNA TREK
It is the best-known
trekking de3stination of Nepal. Annapurna Circuit trek lies inside the
world famous conservation area ‘The
Annapurna Conservation Area Project’ (ACAP).
It covers an area of 7629 sq km between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain
range. There are two famous Himalayan valleys Manang and Mustang. Both
are situated in the bank of mighty
Himalayan rivers Marsyandi and Kaligandaki respectively. The beautiful
Himalayan settlements along the river banks are like Hunde, Manang,
Muktinath, Kagbeni, Jomsom, Marpha, and Tukuche etc. They are the living
heritages of Gurung and Thakali culture. The Kaligandaki, between Kana
and Ghasa, is the deepest gorge in the world. The Lake Tilicho,
the highest in the world are other aspects of attraction. The hightest
pass Thorung-La (5416m) is another wonder of the nature that one feels
himself lost in the midst of Himalaya wilderness. The Ghorepani Poon
Hill, probably the best viewpoint in Nepal, is another famous viewpoint
center for a close view of Nilgiri, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himal.
Annapurna trek starts from
Besishahar. It takes about six hours drive from Pokhara to Besisahar
by a public bus. The total duration of trek ranges from two to three
weeks time. The trekking trail is good. After a few days trek, the trek
enters into the Manang valley. The Annapurna range on the west Pisan
and Chulu on the east surrounds Manang valley. On the west bank of Marsyandi
river, the trail goes along the foothill of Annapurna mountain range.
In Manang Phedi, there is a health post run by Himalaya Resque Association,
where lecture about altitude and AMS problem is given everyday. Basic
medicine also is available there. Thorung-La (5416m) is the hightest
pass of the trek. The magnificent panoramic view of Himalaya range including
the world famous mountains like dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m),
Machhapuchhre (6997m), the most beautiful mountain in the world and
many more peaks can be seen from the pass. The Tilicho Lake (4919m),
the highest in the world is another beautiful glacier lake seen from
the pass. Crossing the Pass is challenging because the bad weather and
altitude problems are prominent in one hand and on the other, there
are no shelters available nor the camping is possible. Therefore, the
pass must be crossed in the same day. Annapurna Circuit Trekking is
an adventurous one that one must be sure that he or she is well prepared
and equipped for all possible eventualities. After a long descend from
the pass, Muktinath, a religious site for both Hindus and Buddhists
arrives. The trek then enters into the Mustang valley, a valley saturated
by the Kaligandaki river. There are beautiful Thakali settlements along
the trail. One can have an opportunity to have an insight experience
of Thakali culture, tradition and their lifestyle.
Jomsom is the district HeadQuater
of Mustang. There is regular air service from Pokhara. From Jomsom trek
follows the salt caravan, the ancient salt trade route to India, along
the bank of Kaligandaki river. At Tatopani, the trail is divided into
two parts and one goes to Beni and the other to Birethanti via Ghoreani/Poon
hill. Annapurna Circuit trek is the best-known trekking inside the Nepal
Himalayas.
ANNAPURNA
SANCTUARY
It is a week long popular trekking destination of Nepal around the Annapurna
and Machhapuchhre region, the so-called Annapurna sanctuary south face
of Annapurna I massif. Annapurna I sanctuary trek is also popularly
known as Annapurna
Base Camp (ABC) and
Machhapchhre Base Camp (MBC) Trek.
There are numbers of routes
to start this trek. The popular or classic routes are :-
a.
Pokhara – Dhampus – Pothana
– Landruk – Chhomrong
b.
Pokhara – Birethanti – Ghandruk
– Chhomrong
Chhomrong is the entry point to Annapurna sanctuary along the Modi Khola.
The HinkuCave ( a cave under a huge hanging rock) beyond the Chhomrong
is a nature’s wonder that not only provides accommodation to the trekkers
but also there are hotels operated by the local people. As trekkers
enter into the sanctuary they will find themselves inside a huge amphitheater
enclosed by a solid wall of snow capped peaks. Annapurna I, II, III,
IV and Machhapuchre. It is infact, a nature’s wonder that one
will be overwhelmed by the close-up views of the splendid snow peaks
like Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna III (7555m), Gangapurna (7454m)
and Machhapuchre (6997m). The wildlife, vegetations and highland pasture
fields below the snow wall are also nature’s gifts.
The beautiful
village settlements like Ghandruk, Dhampus, Landruk, Pothana and Chomruk
etc. with rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty, flora and fauna
resemble the nature’s excellent gifts to the earth. Trekking around
the Annapurna sanctuary provides a lifetime experience.
DHAULAGIRI
CIRCUIT
Dhaulagiri Circuit or Round Dhaulagiri trek is a highly adventurous
trek in Nepal. Many high passes and even glaciers have to be crossed.
The trekking team, therefore should be well equipped and self-sufficient.
The total duration from Pokhara to Pokhara is eighteen days. The trek
starts from Beni via Durbang and Muri, the southern side of the Dhaulagiri
massif. Beyond Muri the landscape is much more rugged and sparsely populated.
Near Muri, there comes Italian Camp, which is beyond the tree line.
Muri is the best place for acclimatization. Next comes Dhaulagiri glacier
and base camp. The French Pass (5360) is the highest pass of the trek.
It is more technical too because the weather is unpredictable. Descending
from the pass, the trek enters into the Hidden Valley, a lonely valley
completely wilderness. The another pass is Dhampus pass which is also
more challenging. One should be careful between the French and Dhampus
passes because the weather is unpredictable and changes frequently.
The trek ends at Marpha or Tukuche.
Upper
Mustang or Lo Manthang trek:
Upper Mustang or Lo Manthang was known as the Hidden Kingdom till 1950.
Upper Mustang is a rain shadow area. It is windy and dusty throughout
the year. Trekking to upper Mustang is like trekking in Tibet. The highest
land elevation is 3800m. but the condition is hard. During the winter,
people migrate to the south down to Pokhara. Mustang trek requires a
minimum of ten days time and the group should be self-sufficient. There
are small settlements of Tibetan origin people in the fertile bank of
Kaligandaki river. Lo manthang has its own social system. The head is
the king and his order is acceptable to all. The settlement is inside
a big compound wall where the king and other people live together. Lo
Manthang is a hidden part of the world that every aspect inside the
compound is new and wonderful to the visitors.
MILLENIUM
TREK
On the first day of New Millenium 200, a new initiation has been introduced
in the field of trekking tourism of Nepal. Based on village tourism,
Millenium trek is a people based tourism. Right in the heart of Nepal,
millennium trek covers more than 100000 people of nine village development
committees. This area is ethnically diverse and culturally rich. The
total trekking period is of 5 nights 6 days and each day different community
has beeb selected for lunch and stopover. The cultural program is organized
in every stopover. The food is totally organic and locally produced.
Nothing is served imported. The visitors are distributed in different
households in rotation basis. They are regarded as family and are free
to join in any household activities like cooking, weaving, farming,
cattle herding etc. the visitors are welcomed at a community hall with
a glass of welcome drink, garland and local musical band.
The trekking trail is good and most of the trail goes along the ridge
that one can have a very nice view of Himalaya and green terraces and
village settlements. The bestperiod of trekking is October to April
and is suitable for all types of visitors. The another attraction of
this trekking is that those who want to enjoy one or two days in any
particular village he/she can also do that. For adventurous visitors
there are very good sites for paragliding as well. The Millenium cave
is another attraction that inside the cave, there is waterfall. This
trekking route is best in the mid hill of Nepal and a perfect combination
of nature and culture. This is the first village-to-village trekking
route in Nepal. The five nights six days trek gives and opportunity
to know the real Nepalese tradition, culture and way of life.
Panchase
Trek
Panchase is the highest hill of this region and lies on the south-west
side of Pokhara bordering Kaski on the east, Parbat on the west and
Syanja on the south. It is also a religious site that in many occasions
Hindu pilgrimages visit Panchase. Recently, a Panchase development committee
has been formed for its multi sectoral development. Panchase is also
being developed as a Pancha Dham. It is popular trekking destination
and is appropriate for a three to four days trek. Panchase is very rich
in rare vegetation like medicinal plants. The thick forest and wildlife
are also worth seeing. The top of Panchase is the point to have a long
panoramic view of Himalaya and green valleys and terraces of midhill
Nepal. There are different trails to go to Panchase and all are equally
comfortable and interesting. The village settlements are also eye catching.
Ridge
Line Trek
This trekking route is best for all types of trekkers. There are no
more ups and downs. The route goes along the southern ridge of Pokhara
valley and ends at Nuwakot. It is a two days trekking closes from Pokhara
and free from any type of risk that one can have a very nice views of
village settlements and natural beauty of okhara valley in the lap of
beautiful Machhapuchhre and Annapurna range.
Royal
Trek
Royal trek starts from near Bijayapur Khola 5km east of Pokhara city
and ends at Chisapani. It is a four days soft trek suitable to all age
group people. It is named Royal trek after Prince Charles of Great Britain
and his teammates first trekked this route in 1980. nthe highest point
of this trek is Syaklung (1730m). This trek is appropriate to have a
scenic view of Himalaya and the surrounding villages.
The other popular trekking
routes are
a) Pokhara
- Siklis - Pokhara four days
b)
Pokhara - Ghandruk
- Gorepani - Poonhill - Pokhara seven days
c)
Pokhara - Dhiprang
- Piper - Nauje - Pokhara five days
d)
Pokhara - Dhampus
- Pokhara
Some popular sites
for day trip:
a) Sarangkot
- Kaskikot - Naudanda - Pokhara
b)
Chhorepatan -
Stupa - Pumdikot - Pokhara
c)
Pokhara - Kanhu
Danda - Pokhara
d)
Pokhara - Thulakhet
- Tamagi - Pokhara
e)
Pokhara - Puranchur
- Dandagaun - Takmel view pint -
Pokhara
f)
Pokhara - Hurikot
- Phoksing Hill - Nuwakot - Pokhara
g)
Pokhara - Hurikot
- Phoksing Hill - Pokhara
h)
Pokhara - Bhadaure
- Panchase - Pokhara
i)
Pokhara - Batule
Chaur - Armala - Pokhara
j)
Pokhara
- Arba – Bijaya - Aatighar - Pokhara
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