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$2,999 AUD
per person (twin share) · 20% deposit to secure your spot
Trip Overview
A 16-day ethical impact trekking adventure combining Kathmandu culture, Pokhara lakeside calm, and the classic Annapurna Base Camp trail. Your tourism dollars are intentionally channelled to local guides, porters, drivers, and homestay owners — with a focus on supporting women in Nepal's tourism industry.
Trip Highlights
- Poon Hill sunrise with panoramic Himalayan views
- Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) amphitheatre of peaks
- Locally-led guiding and support throughout
- Teahouse trekking through rhododendron forests
- Kathmandu heritage walks and Pokhara lakeside
- Optional hot springs at Jhinu Danda
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Kathmandu – Sat 25 Apr
Airport transfer, welcome briefing, easy first evening.
Day 2
Kathmandu – Sun 26 Apr
Women-led heritage experiences, gear check, trek briefing.
Day 3
To Pokhara – Mon 27 Apr
Overland transfer to lakeside Pokhara.
Day 4
Trek begins – Tue 28 Apr
Drive to trailhead, hike to Ulleri/Tikhedhunga.
Day 5
To Ghorepani – Wed 29 Apr
Climb through rhododendron forest.
Day 6
Poon Hill + Tadapani – Thu 30 Apr
Early sunrise at Poon Hill, trek to Tadapani.
Day 7
To Chhomrong – Fri 1 May
Through Gurung villages with valley views.
Day 8
To Dovan – Sat 2 May
Follow Modi Khola valley, gain altitude.
Day 9
To Deurali – Sun 3 May
Through bamboo and alpine terrain.
Day 10
To MBC – Mon 4 May
Enter the Annapurna Sanctuary.
Day 11
ABC + descend – Tue 5 May
Sunrise at Annapurna Base Camp, begin descent.
Day 12
Jhinu Danda – Wed 6 May
Optional hot springs soak.
Day 13
Back to Pokhara – Thu 7 May
Final trek day, transfer to Pokhara.
Day 14
Pokhara rest – Fri 8 May
Free day, optional activities, impact check-in.
Day 15
To Kathmandu – Sat 9 May
Return transfer, farewell dinner.
Day 16
Departure – Sun 10 May
Airport transfer included.
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- 15 nights accommodation
- Most meals on trek
- Local trek guide & support team
- All ground transport
- Trek permits & park fees
- Guided activities
- Trip leader throughout
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Visa & vaccinations
- Drinks & snacks
- Optional activities
- Tips for local staff
Fitness & Requirements
- Fitness: Moderate–challenging. 4–7 hours walking per day on uneven terrain.
- Altitude: Maximum ~4,130m at Annapurna Base Camp.
- Insurance: Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory (must cover trekking to 4,500m and helicopter evacuation).
- Group size: 8–12 travellers.
Payment
- Deposit: 20% ($600) to secure your place
- Balance: Due by 28 March 2026
- Cancellation: See terms at compassandfootprints.com/terms.html