06/08/2019
Siklish and Machhapuchhre Base Camp Trekking.
Siklis Trek has been specially designed to offer you the opportunity of exploring the famous Annapurna Region’s dramatic mountain views on a route that is not frequented by hordes of tourists. It is also a low-altitude trek that is suitable for anyone who is reasonably fit.
The village of Siklis lies in an eastern corner of the Annapurna Conservation Area and is home to the Gurung community; originally herders from western Tibet and now involved in agriculture; growing rice, corn and millet on irrigated terraces. The wealth of these prosperous and friendly people is partially a result of the employment of many of their men in the Gurkha regiments in India. Gurungs have their own language and are very musical. Although essentially Buddhist, some are now Hindu – but often observe all festivals.
Our Annapurna Siklis Trek route will take you through dense forests that host a wide variety of birds while the open ridges give close-up views of the Annapurna range; including such peaks as Lamjung Himal (6983m) to the east, Annapurna II (7937m), IV (7525m), the sacred peak of Machhapuchhare (6997m) and further west, Dhaulagiri (8167m).
Villages offer simple, clean accommodation and a warm welcome. Local food is tasty and freshly prepared with a variety of dishes on offer. A full day in Siklis allows for ample opportunity to explore the region and begin to get to know its friendly and hospital people.
The Siklis trekking in the Annapurna Region begins and ends in the lake city of Pokhara in central Nepal: which is reached from Kathmandu by either a 25m flight along the Himalayas or a 6-7 hrs “exhilarating” bus drive through scenic middle-hill forest and agricultural scenery. A short drive from Pokhara leads to the start of the trek.
While Spring (September, October) and Autumn (April, May) are the best trekking months, we offer this trek throughout the year. All you need is a good pair of boots, a day pack, warm clothing, sun screen and camera. Our Annapurna Siklis trek includes transport, accommodation, meals and drinking water with porters to carry your luggage.
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (9,10m/2,986ft): 5-6 hrs drive
Day 04: Drive to Hemja Besi (Milanchowk) – Trek to Khairpani (1,530 m/5,100ft) :20 min. drive, 5-6 hrs trek
Day 05: Khairpani – Ghale Kharka (2,713 m/9,000ft): 5-6 hrs trek
Day 06: Ghale Kharka – Nyauli Kharka (1,650 m/5,424 ft): 5-6 hrs trek.
Day 07: Nyauli Kharka – Siklis (1,980 m/6,600ft): 5 -6 hrs trek
Day 08: Excursion day in Siklis.
Day 09: Siklis – Lamakhet (1,450 m/4,800ft): 5-6 hrs trek
Day 10: Lamakhet - Kalikasthan (1,090 m/3,600ft): 5-6 hrs trek
Day 11: Kalikasthan – Begnas Lake
Day 12: Begnas Tal and drive to Pokhara (910 m/2,986ft): 2hrs trek and one hour drive
Day 13: Pokhara City sight seeing
Day 14 Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu 5-6 hrs by tourists.
Day 15: Sight seeing Bahaktapur/ Patan.
Day 16 Final departure to home country.
Tour cost: we will provide when you ask us.
Includes on the trekking price:
Airport Pickup and Drop
All the ground Transportation by bus
Hotel with BB. in Kathmandu and 2 night in Pokhara (Tourist Standard)
All the meal during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, tea coffee)
Trek Permit & National Park Fee
All camping equipment like tent An experience guide (trained by Ministry of tourism), necessary Trekking staff (Cook,sherpa and helper) and their meal/accommodation/transportation/salary/insurance/equipment’s.
Excludes on the trekking price:
Personal bar bill, travel insurance/International airfare
Items of personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, tips etc.
Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- Available at Royal Nepalese
Sleeping Bag, Kitchen Equipment, Jacket etc