Travel that tips the scales toward women in Nepal

Join a small-group 16-day Annapurna Base Camp & Poon Hill trek combining Kathmandu culture, Pokhara lakeside calm and a classic Himalayan trail — with your tourism dollars intentionally channelled to women guides, porters, drivers and homestay owners.

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25 Apr – 10 May 2026
16 days / 15 nights
Photo story

What this trek feels like

A few moments from the trail — mountain light, village life, and the people who make the Himalayas feel like home.

Prayer flags strung across a village street with Machapuchare peak in the distance
Prayer flags + Machapuchare
A woman preparing fresh vegetables in a teahouse kitchen
Teahouse life
Snowy Himalayan peak reflected in still water
Reflections
Alpine lake and mountain ridgeline in the Annapurna region
High mountain mornings
Trip Snapshot

Annapurna Base Camp & Poon Hill Trek

LAUNCH DEPARTURE

Book your spot on the Annapurna Base Camp & Poon Hill Trek

Arrive in Kathmandu on Saturday 25 April 2026 and finish on Sunday 10 May 2026. This is a limited-capacity pilot (8–12 travellers).

Price: $2,999 per person
Deposit: 20% to secure your place
Balance due: 28 Mar 2026
$2,999pp
Deposit: 20%
Balance due: 28 Mar 2026
Spots available — secure your spot today.
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Travel insurance required. International flights not included.
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Travel Dates

Arrive Kathmandu: Sat 25 Apr 2026 · Finish: Sun 10 May 2026 (16 days / 15 nights)

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Trip Style

Small-group, comfortable trekking and culture

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Group Size

Minimum 8, maximum 12 travellers

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Pricing

$2,999 pp · Deposit 20% · Balance due 28 Mar 2026
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Fitness Level

Moderate–challenging – 4–7 hours a day on mountain trails, with altitude up to ~4,130m at Annapurna Base Camp

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Who It's For

Travellers who care about gender equality and want their travel spend to match their values

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Highlights

Poon Hill sunrise, Annapurna Base Camp, teahouse trekking, Pokhara lakeside, Kathmandu heritage

Find Your Fit

Is this trip for you?

You care about gender equality and want your travel dollars to support women.

You enjoy the idea of a comfortable, small-group adventure rather than a rushed tour.

You're happy walking 3–6 hours a day at a relaxed pace on a supported trek.

You want to meet local women, hear their stories and understand their lives beyond the tourist surface.

You're open-minded, respectful, and curious about Nepal's culture, food and everyday life.

This pilot departure welcomes all genders who believe women in developing countries deserve safer, fairer work and better opportunities.
Our Approach

Why this trip is different

Most tours talk about "responsible tourism". This one puts women at the centre of the itinerary.

On this journey, wherever the local reality allows:

  • Your trek guide is a woman (and where possible, your porters too).

  • You stay in guesthouses and homestays owned or managed by women.

  • You choose experiences where women are leading the way – from cooking classes to city walks.

  • A fixed portion of your trip fee supports a women-focused fund for fair wages, training and better gear.

  • We track how much of each trip's spending goes to women, and we share that with you openly after the trip.

The Journey

Your 16 days in Nepal at a glance

Day 1–2

Kathmandu

Arrive, settle in, women-led city experiences and trip briefing.

Day 3

Pokhara

Transfer to lakeside Pokhara, gear check and relaxed evening.

Day 4–13

Poon Hill + Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Teahouse trekking, Poon Hill sunrise and the Annapurna Base Camp amphitheatre.

Day 14

Pokhara Reset

Rest day, optional activities and impact check‑in.

Day 15

Back to Kathmandu

Farewell dinner and final reflections.

Day 16

Depart

Airport transfer included, or continue your Nepal adventure.

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The Journey

The Trip: Annapurna Base Camp & Poon Hill Trek (16 Days)

This pilot trip balances culture, comfort and a classic teahouse trek. You don’t need to be an elite trekker — just reasonably fit, mobile and comfortable walking for several hours a day on uneven terrain, with a few steeper sections and higher altitude days.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day1

Arrive in Kathmandu

Saturday 25 April 2026

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to our centrally located hotel. Welcome briefing and an easy first evening together.

Day2

Kathmandu heritage & women-led experiences

Sunday 26 April 2026

Explore Kathmandu with women-led guides and social enterprises. Final trek briefing, gear check and questions answered.

Day3

Travel to Pokhara (lakeside)

Monday 27 April 2026

Overland transfer to Pokhara. Settle into lakeside, relax, and prepare for the trek.

Day4

Trek begins: drive to trailhead, hike to Ulleri/Tikhedhunga

Tuesday 28 April 2026

Short drive to the trailhead then hike through villages and terraces to your first teahouse night on the trail.

Day5

Trek to Ghorepani

Wednesday 29 April 2026

A steady climb through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, gateway to Poon Hill.

Day6

Poon Hill sunrise + trek to Tadapani

Thursday 30 April 2026

Early start for sunrise at Poon Hill, then trek onwards through forest ridgelines to Tadapani.

Day7

Trek to Chhomrong

Friday 1 May 2026

Descend and climb through Gurung villages with big valley views, arriving to the terraced hillside village of Chhomrong.

Day8

Trek to Dovan / Himalaya

Saturday 2 May 2026

Follow the Modi Khola valley deeper into the sanctuary. Today is a longer walking day as we gain altitude gradually.

Day9

Trek to Deurali

Sunday 3 May 2026

Continue upward through bamboo and alpine terrain. We take it slow and steady for acclimatisation.

Day10

Trek to Machapuchare Base Camp (MBC)

Monday 4 May 2026

Climb into the Annapurna Sanctuary. Afternoon views open up as we approach MBC.

Day11

Annapurna Base Camp sunrise + descend

Tuesday 5 May 2026

Reach Annapurna Base Camp, watch sunrise in the amphitheatre of peaks, then begin descending to a lower teahouse for the night.

Day12

Trek to Jhinu Danda (hot springs)

Wednesday 6 May 2026

A rewarding day on the trail ending at Jhinu Danda. Optional soak in the natural hot springs (time and conditions permitting).

Day13

Trek out + return to Pokhara

Thursday 7 May 2026

Final trekking day to the roadhead, then transfer back to Pokhara for a real bed and celebratory dinner.

Day14

Pokhara reset + impact check‑in

Friday 8 May 2026

Rest day in Pokhara. Optional sunrise viewpoints, lake time, or massage. We share early impact notes from the trip.

Day15

Back to Kathmandu + farewell

Saturday 9 May 2026

Return to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner and reflections: what you experienced, and who your trip supported.

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Departure

Sunday 10 May 2026

Trip ends after breakfast. Airport transfers included, or continue travelling independently.

✓What's included

  • 15 nights accommodation (Kathmandu & Pokhara hotels + teahouses on trek, twin share)
  • Most meals (details in your info pack)
  • Women trek guide and local support team
  • All in-country ground transport
  • Trek permits and national park fees
  • Guided activities and entrance fees
  • Dedicated trip leader (Kaylie) throughout

✗What's not included

  • International flights to/from Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Visas and personal vaccinations
  • Drinks, snacks and meals not mentioned
  • Optional activities and personal shopping
  • Tips for local staff
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"Long-distance hiker, travel photographer, lover of slow journeys"

Meet Your Guide

About Kaylie & this project

Hi, I'm Kaylie – a long-distance hiker, travel photographer and lover of slow, thoughtful journeys. Over the last few years I've spent a lot of time in Nepal and across Asia, walking trails, sharing tea in tiny kitchens, and listening to stories from women who make travel possible behind the scenes.

On treks in Nepal I was struck by how many incredibly capable women were working as guides, porters, cooks and homestay owners – and how often they were doing so with less support, less pay and less visibility than their male counterparts.

Looking Ahead

The bigger vision

This Nepal pilot is the first step in a bigger vision: a small travel company focused on women-impact travel, starting in Nepal and then expanding to India and other destinations.

Women-centred

Put local women at the centre of the supply chain.

Fair & transparent

Pay fairly and transparently.

Rich & unhurried

Design trips that are rich, human and unhurried.

Open learning

Share impact openly and learn from each season.

What it's like to travel with me

My style as a trip leader is calm, organised and quietly enthusiastic.

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Making sure everyone feels safe and included.

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Building in enough downtime so the trip doesn't feel rushed.

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Creating space for real conversations with local people.

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Helping you feel confident on the trail.

You don't have to be super-fit or super-outdoorsy to join – just curious, kind and willing to walk.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

You should be comfortable walking for 3–6 hours a day with breaks, on uneven terrain and some hills. This is a supported trek – you carry a day pack, while porters carry the bulk of your luggage.

No. This trip is open to all genders. The focus is on supporting women working in tourism in Nepal – guides, porters, hosts and drivers.

In Kathmandu and Pokhara we stay in comfortable guesthouses or boutique hotels. On the trek we stay in simple teahouses – clean, basic lodges run by local families.

This trek reaches higher altitude at Annapurna Base Camp (~4,130m). The itinerary is paced to support acclimatisation, and your guide will monitor everyone closely.

Nepal is generally a welcoming and safe destination for travellers, especially in popular trekking areas.

To secure your place you’ll pay a 20% deposit. The remaining balance is due on 28 Mar 2026.

If we do not reach the minimum of 8 travellers, we may cancel or postpone the trip. In that case, you will receive a full refund of amounts paid.

Vegetarian options are widely available in Nepal, and many meals can be adapted to suit different dietary needs.

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