Annapurna Panorama Foothills Trek: 16 Days

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Duration16 Days
DestinationNepal
Difficulty Easy to Moderate
Max Altitude 4500 Meters
Activity Hiking and Trekking
Group Size Max. 20
Accommodation Hotel and Lodges
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transportation Vehicles and Flight
Starts Kande
Ends Nayapul
Best Season September - May

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Overview

Trip Highlights

Trekking into Dhaulagiri & Annapurna massive foothills,
Trek through unbeaten path & rural village,
Every day fully scenic mountains views,
Popular viewpoints: Mardi Himal Base Camp, Muldhe viewpoin, Poonhill and Mohare
Sunrise and sun setting skyline view,
Views of Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167m, Mt. Annapurna (I) 8,091m, Mt. Manaslu 8,163m & other several peaks.
Beautiful landscape, alpine rhododendron forest with attractive meadows.
Crossing the long suspension bridge at Jhinu and nature al hot spring.
Uphill and downhill, stone staircases and wildlife

Annapurna Panorama Foothills Trek Itinerary

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The new Annapurna foothills offer a variety of wonderful trekking options. This trek is presented via the front yard of the Annapurna range to Dhaulagiri vistas over the vantage viewpoint of Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m), Muldhe Danda (3500m), Poonhill viewpoint (3200m), and Mohare Danda viewpoint (3300m). The trek goes through a primitive, unbeaten path, amazing rural peaceful villages, deep nature, almost out of tourist influence, with basic infrastructure.

The Annapurna foothills trek is suitable for people of all physical levels. As well as adventure outfitter lovers, short trekking makers, Christmas and New Year's celebration hikers, family trip planners, or for the mystic rhododendron blossom trek in spring. Occasionally, this trek joins the classic route to Annapurna Base Camp and Ghorepani Poonhill, then follows through the deep alpine rhododendron, Fir, Hemlock, and Himalayan bamboo forest. The trail mostly leads into the Annapurna Conservation Area. So, we will have chances to watch different kinds of wildlife. The spellbound alpine landscape, skyline series of beautiful meadows, eight-thousand-meter Mountains such as Mt. Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna I, Manaslu I, and holy Mt. Fishtail with several snow-capped peaks. Wide and gorgeous valleys, natural hot springs, a long suspension bridge, and higher Shangri-La views from Mardi Himal are lifetime rewards in the Annapurna Balcony.

If you have limited time or may not want to trek or adapt the trek further, then you can shorten or lengthen the trek as you desire. This trek provides several options for rejoining the different treks or ending the trek in the Queen City of Pokhara, and a relaxing time ahead.

Important features of the new Annapurna foothills Trekking

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Landscape & temperature: There are amazing landscapes on this trek; it is a very comfortable temperature, and a green region. Very beautiful hills and hillocks, wide ranges of high mountains with beautiful and regionally dominant viewpoints like Mardi Base Camp, Muldhe viewpoint, Poon Hill viewpoint, Majestic Mohare Danda viewpoint, and Falate Danda viewpoint. Horizontal meadows and wide valleys with perfect temperatures. Normally you will have the most favourable temperature on this trip.

Duration:The new Annapurna foothills trekking and tour is 16 days in our trip Plan. One full day drive from KTM to Pokhara, one full day drive from Pokhara to KTM. Two nights in KTM and two nights of hotel accommodation in PKR, and 12 nights 13 days for trekking; you can lengthen the trip according to your schedule.

Permits:You need Annapurna Conservation Area Project permits and a TIMS permit, including trekking insurance for your trekking crew. The permit costs approximately USD 30 for foreigners (non-SAARC nationals) and USD 10 for SAARC nationals.

Walking Trails:The trail often goes through the dense rhododendron forest, ancient typical cultural villages, waterfalls, staircases, wilderness, ridges, several viewpoints, crosses several suspension bridges, wild bees, natural hot springs, zig-zags up and down, traditional Chautaras, and passes several river streams and pastures.

Best time to trek in the New Annapurna foothills area

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The new Annapurna foothills route can be trekked year-round, but the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to January) seasons offer the best conditions:

Autumn (September - November): Widely considered the best time. The weather is generally stable, with clear skies, comfortable temperatures, and excellent mountain views. Trails are not dusty, and the nights are clear for stargazing.

Spring (March - May): Another excellent period. You'll witness blooming rhododendrons all around the widely spread forests and other wildflowers, with pleasant temperatures and good visibility.

Winter (December - February): It is possible to trek around this area. There will be clear skies, good visibility, and fewer trekkers. Warm gear is necessary for the Morning and for the night.

Monsoon (June-August): We do not recommend this trek due to heavy rainfall, muddy and slippery trails, leaches in the grass, flooded river streams, limited visibility, and the risk of landslides. Also can be stocked the road by landslides.

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Itinerary

Arrival at Kathmandu airport, greeting with flower garland and drive to the Hotel. Introducing your trekking staff Evening trip briefing with welcome dinner.

If we drive wheather by private vehicle or tourist buses then should take very early in the morning. It takes about 9 hours of rough tough driving along the Prithvi highway and Trisuli River bank. If we fly by aeroplane then whenever is possible, the flight takes about 35 minutes from kathmandu. Prithvi High way is connected as the main highway to the western part of Nepal and the Terai region. So it is overcrowded and takes a longer time. Terrace field/Landscape view, local culture and tradition, mountains view, harvesting crops, etc are perfect glimpses over the day drive. At the moment the road widening project is taking place so that it will be bumpy and slow drive along the overland drive to Pokhara.

Breakfast will be at 7:00 AM and then drive to Kande by private car for about 1.5 hours. Your trek will start from Kande and upward to the Australian camp. Mt. Fishtail and the whole Annapurna Range Mountains including the Mt. Manaslu view will make the trek interesting. Australian camp via Pothana to Bichok Deurali is quite comfortable walking through the forest. Bichok Deurali (2200mtr) is a small settlement with some lodges; it offers a very nice view of Mt. Fishtail and Mt. Dhaulagiri.

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We start our trekking after breakfast. The path goes through the deep Himalayan forest such as rhododendron, fir tree, Hemlock, bamboo, etc. It is a very comfortable walk with minimal up and down to Forest camp. Forest camp is a big area with several tourist lodges, we make lunch break here. The path leads mostly upward from Forest camp to Low camp through the deep rhododendron forest

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The day would be so interesting because of the mountain views. You walk upward along the ridge with a full panoramic view. Mt. Annapurna South and Hiuchuli seem like a mirror in front of us with other several mountains. We will make a break at Badaldanda, which is known as a 360-degree mountain views vantage point

Today we hike very early in the morning with flash light up to the view point for sunrise then one more hour to Mardi Himal base camp (4500mtr). Mardi Himal basecamp is very popular for sheep, goats, Cows, and yak pastureland. Small huts are everywhere up there in the pasturefields. They offer simply the best tea, coffee, and Nepalese-style breakfast as well. It takes about 4 hours for up and down hiking, back to the hotel at Highcamp for lunch then return to Badal Danda 3400mtr.1.5 hours. Badal Danda is one of the best place for the best views.

The morning views from Badaldanda would probably be the most remarkable souvenier in the lifetime. Start trek down to forest camp, off- the- beaten path through the forest, and through stone staircases trail to a famous Landruk Gurung village for overnight staying.

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We follow the rightwards along the Modi River bank to Nayapul. Today you find a river gorge way with waterfalls and an amusing jungle walk. We arrive at Jhinuwadanda by lunch time and at noon go for bathing in the natural hot spring.

tadapani

There are two differest trails to get up to Tadapani. One trail goes up via crossing the long bridge then all the way up to the Gurung village, throuhg the forest and catch the main trail from Ghandruk to Tadapani and other trail goes up direct uphill till the Chhomrong Danda and easy way to Kimrung Khola then walking all the way uphill till Tadapani.

If we take the way from Chhomrong then we make a lunch break around Kimrung Khola at the local lodge and start climbing uphill to Tadapani via a terraced field, Chuile, and deep rhododendron forest

Breakfast at the hotel garden with the beautiful Sunrise in the Himalayas. A massive rhododendron forest all around, and the peaceful environment in the lap of the mountains. Start trek after breakfast through the prime rhododendron and alpine forests, the trail is like a meditative way, you may feel very excited and blissful walking through this forest. You occasionally meet pastoral animals, often white langurs (Monkeys) Bamboo forest, and the amazing sound of waterfalls from the Glaciers. There are fewer villages in this site, mostly pasture sites. We will take a lunch break somewhere in the good and beautiful lodge and walk for one hour to reach Dobato for the overnight.

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Dobato is a small settlement with nice lodges. In the past, it was a famous pasture field for the local people. This place is directly in front of the Annapurna South, Mt. Fishtail, Annapurna III, and so many other mountains, thus, the evening sun setting view might be quite amazing. If you arrive earlier, then we recommend climbing to the top pasture field to grab the best sun setting views. The dining room will be comfortably heated with firewood in the evening.

Go to the viewpoint very early in the morning for the beautiful Sunrise. Mt. Dhaulagiri (I) 8161 Meters, II, III, IV, Mt. Gurja Himal, Mt. Kanjirowa of Dolpo, Thapa peak, Mt. Nilgiri, Hidden Lake, Khopra Danda, Mt. Annapurna South, Mt. Gangapurna, Mt. Annapurna (I) 8091 Meters, Mt. Annapurna II, Mt. Manaslu (I) 8168 Meters, Mt. Larke Peak and a wide Kaligandaki valley is visible from the viewpoint. The enormous landscape, glaciers in the mountains, and mind-blowingly beautiful hillocks will make your presence feel like being in a place of paradise. In the distance, you can spy the glory of the Dolpo region because it is completely visible from Muldhe to the Kanjirowa site. One can easily imagine the adventurous trek out to Dolpo at Muldhe.

Descend to the hotel for breakfast and start your trek down to Deurali along the alpine forest trail. The forest was once burned by a thunderstorm. However, it is still very dense and beautiful. You will finally arrive at the little Deurali and catch the classic path till the famous and beautiful Gorepani village for the night.

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Wake up very early in the morning and start hiking up to Poonhill viewpoint for the sunrise. It takes about 45 minutes to walk from the hotel. Spend some time with the best views and get down to the hotel for breakfast. Prepare your baggage and trek the same way till Poonhill and turn towards Mohare Danda hills via the beautiful ridge. It is a magical and silent trekking trail, fewer people trek here because it is a recently explored route. The jungle way is filled with mind-blowing views of the surrounding mountains and landscape. Alpine Bamboo, white and pink rhododendron forests, blue pine trees, and alpine grassland trekking till Mohare Danda is like the most auspicious present of the holidays.

Mohare Danda has only one community hotel, which provides comfortable hospitality and the most dominating viewpoints. The lodge is on the hilltop so that you can have a panoramic view of the surroundings by sitting inside the warm dining room. If you arrive earlier, then you can explore the other hilltop called Koche Danda to fulfill the excitement of the paradise

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Enjoy your breakfast in the sunshine with spellbound nature. Start treks through the primitive pastures trail, which is mostly covered with alpine grasses. It is often an easy, comfortable downhill path via pleasant pastures and alpine fields. The mountains seem to be smiling from both sides (right and left) of the ridge, your walking path is always leading along the scenic ridge way. Making a small break of biscuits or chocolate to enjoy a little picnic somewhere in the grassland with panoramic views will be a romantic joy of a walk. Pass the Jaljala (a famous flat pasture field with water-reserving land), walk through a meditative, silent forest on your own pace and rhythm (no worry and no hurry), like getting lost in your feeling along an easier and comfortable path. After some hours of walking, you will reach to staircase path, which is also comfortable and enjoyable for trekking. After a long descent, you will arrive on a cross-country trail. From there, turn to the left and keep following the jungle way with a silent walk. Very few trekkers follow this route, so you meet very less people on this way. Finally, you will arrive at Sarga Camp, which is likely a heavenly place. It has very nice surroundings with a luxurious homestay. Very nice rooms and camping with hot showers and the best organic food. Warm fire dining room with a comfortable place, with a fantastic atmosphere.

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Walk through the pasture's path via a dense forest by leaving the way down to the Lespar village. At the beginning, it goes a bit of an uphill walk through the forest, pastures, and a place of stone slabs for the rooftop. Occasionally, you find mysterious worship offered by hunters near the water source, or trees, or rocks, or in special places. Local hunters often visit this area to hunt wild animals. They have an offering tradition for good achievement or targets before and after getting involved in the hunt.

From the top, the trail always goes downwards, it is a quiet and silent walk through the forest. The views are incredibly panoramic all around. The trail often leads the way along the ridge, so that the views are extraordinary. Finally, you reach Falate for lunch, which is one of the best places for a Sunset and Sunrise view. There is only one homestay with limited rooms but a nice atmosphere. It takes half an hour of walking to Dhiprang for the comfortable rooms and overnight

Walk down to Napaypul for or call a jeep a bit closer to you, then drive to Pokhara. You reach Pokhara by Noon and take your free time for exploring, shopping, and enjoying private time in Pokhara

You should let your hotel know by the last evening for packing breakfast, because the tourist bus starts at 7:00 AM from Pokhara. We have to reach the tourist bus station before 7:00 AM that’s why eating breakfast at the Hotel may not be possible. If you return by flight, then you can enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. You will arrive at KTM only in the evening by the tourist bus, but it takes only 35 minutes by flight.

Route Map

Annapurna Panorama Foothills Trek: 16 Days map

Cost Details

We offer some essential discount while there are groups, travel Companies, partner agents, student groups, and nonprofit Organizations.

- Full package price for single person : U. S. $ 2165.00

- Full package price for the group more than 2 person : U.S. $ 1690 per person

Note: We also provide service trip prices. If you want service trip prices, we offer them according to your demands and holiday schedule. The included and excluded items on this site are based on a full package trip plan. You will get separate lists of included and excluded items on the Service trip price topic

What's included

Airport pick up, greetings and Farewell.
1 night's deluxe Hotel room on B & B plan in Kathmandu before the trip.
Full trip briefing
Kathmandu to Pokhara deluxe tourist Bus
1 night deluxe Hotel room on B & B plan in Pokhara befor trek.
Pokhara to Kande private 4x4 Jeep for droping to the trekking starting point.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, hot drinks and local accommodation during trekking.
Nayapul to Pokhara private 4x4 Jeep returning from trek.
Trekking permit: TIMS, Annapurna conservation permit
1 night Hotel room on B&B plan in Pokhara after the trek
Luxury tourist bus from Pokhara to KTM
1 night deluxe Hotel room on B/B plan in KTM after the trip
1 professional skillful guide and necessary porters.
Salary and wages for your guide and porters
Staff insurance and sercise fees
First aid medicine and materials
Overland transportations to your staff
Airport delivery from the Hotel in KTM

What's not included

All kinds of personal & medical expenses.
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Pokhara and Kathmandu.
Your travel insurance and Nepal entry visa fee.
Your personal trekking equipment.
All kinds of beverages like mineral water, alcoholic/ nonalcoholic bottle drinks and can drinks
International airfare
Tips for your staff
Additional day’s room charges if your stay is longer than our schedule.
Room charge in Kathmandu in case you return earlier from the trekking.
Helicopter charter price in case of quick evacuation is needed.

Useful Info

Cash: Have enough Nepalese Rupees (NPR) as ATMs are scarce on the trail, and credit cards are rarely accepted

Transportation: It starts driving a deluxe tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara, 4x4 wheel Jeep drive to Kande, and Nayapul to Pokhara. We use Deluxe tourist bus from Pokhara- KTM. If you want to fly from KTM-PKR-KTM, we can arrange domestic flight tickets on your demand with additional flight costs.

Walking hours per day: The itinerary is always eligible, everyday your trek starts after your breakfast. Take your own speed and enjoy your walking with the best views. Normally, walking hours will be 4-8 hours per day.

Accommodations and Food: Everywhere we can find very neat and clean local lodges and hotels with the best food items. Select the food according to our choices on the Menu. The hotel accomodations on the Mardi Himal side are normal but very clean. Hot shower and bathrooms are outside or on sharing basis. But they have a very wide, clean, and warm dining room everywhere.

Maximum altitude: During the morning hiking from Mardi Base camp, you reach up to 4,500 m and return to your hotel at a lower altitude. Your highest overnight will be at Mardi Highcamp 3500m.

Drinking water: Everywhere you can get fresh running water, but we recommend using some purifier tablets or a filtered water for drinking, or you can buy mineral water or filtered water.

Altitude Sickness: You should not be worried about altitude sickness in this trek. However, the Mountain has its own discipline, you cannot turn the character of the mountain into your character. Follow the theory of going higher and sleeping at a lower altitude. Go slower, drink enough water, take enough acclimatization, and supply enough energy.

TestimonialsWhat our Traveler say

Des vacances inoubliables dans notre vie, qui ont dépassé nos attentes.
Nous avons été ravis de notre trek au Népal, où une équipe attentive et bienveillante a pris soin de nous tout au long de l'aventure. Toujours joyeux, rieurs et enthousiastes, ils aiment chanter et danser, ce qui a ajouté une dimension chaleureuse à notre expérience. Des personnes vraiment exceptionnelles. L'organisation a été parfaite, de l'atterrissage à l'aéroport à notre retour, chaque détail a été pris en charge. Même pendant nos jours de repos, ils ont toujours été présents pour nous faire découvrir les meilleurs coins de Katmandou.Sanga et sa famille nous ont généreusement invités à partager un repas chez eux, une expérience profondément agréable, qui nous a permis de nous immerger totalement dans la vie locale. Sanga et toute son équipe ont été incroyables. Ce fut une expérience humaine inoubliable, où nous n'avons pas été traités comme de simples touristes venus faire un trek, mais bien comme des amis.Merci
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Laura TrezziniFrance,Jan 23, 2025

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