The 8,000m. Explorer
A unique attribute of this mid-hill region is that you will not see many other trekkers only the vast ethnic diversity from this remote village of Panchase, your trip highlight will include and the majestic panorama of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu (all over 8000m). Panchase is a popular Nepalese pilgrim destination where locals pay their respects to their ancestors' souls or worship the mountain gods. In the alpine meadows, near to Panchase there is a pond, which is so clear it is believed that even the birds pluck out the leaves on the surface. This area is home to Gurung peoples, traditional members of British Gurkha Army, who as descendants of Tibet practice their own form of Buddhism. Experience the people and culture of Nepal.
Grade: Moderate
Departures:
05 Mar to 17 Mar / 09 Apr to 21 Apr / 01 Oct to 13 Oct / 05 Nov to 17 Nov / 17 Dec to 29 Dec
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu. Meet & transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel.
Day 02: ½ day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley. O/N Hotel.
Day 03: Fly Kathmandu / Pokhara. Trek to Bhumdi. O/N Camp.
Day 04: Trek to Panchase Bhanjyang. O/N Camp.
Day 05: Morning excursion to Panchase Top and trek to Bhadaure. O/N Camp.
Day 06: Trek to Birethati. O/N Camp.
Day 07: Trek to Ghandrung. O/N Camp.
Day 08: Rest day at Ghandrung for local hike. O/N Camp.
Day 09: Trek to Pothana. O/N Camp.
Day 10: Trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara. O/N Hotel.
Day 11: Fly Pokhara / Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel.
Day 12: At leisure in Kathmandu for independent activities. O/N Hotel.
Day 13: Transfer to airport for departure.