Annapurna Mini Trek

Annapurna Mini Trek

Annapurna Mini trek is considered as one of the shortest and easiest trekking route in Annapurna region. This trekking route is also known as Sunrise view trek. During entire trek you have opportunity  to observe sun rise along with mountain panorama.

Since the trek is shortest one, it is  popular among the tourist having limited holidays. This trekking starts at Dhampus. It connects another beautiful view point called Austrailian Camp and concludes at Sarangkot. Nowadays, the trek is more popular among children and old aged people.

Highlights of Annapurna Mini Trek
• Stunning view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massive.
• Beautiful view of Mt. Machhapuchre (Mt. Fishtail).
• Settlements of historical ethnic community of Nepal; Gurung Community.
• Beautiful view of Phewa lake and Pokhaa Valley.
• Sunrise view and reflection in mountains.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport

Pass By: Oriental Journeys, 11 Tokha, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
You will be warmly welcomed in the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu by company representatives. Briefing and welcome dinner in the evening.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley

Stop At: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
After breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and taken to the cultural sites of Kathmandu valley which are listed in World Heritage Site- UNESCO by an experienced guide. The sites include Kathmandu Durbar square, Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath, and Swayambhunath.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara - 6-7hrs

Pass By: Pokhara, Pokhara, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
The journey starts early in the morning to catch the bust to Pokhara. It takes 7 hours to reach to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Pokhara is the beautiful place with many touristic sites. It is also the gateway of Mt. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri trekking. In addition to this, you will observe the amazing view of Mt. Machhapuchhre from Fewa lake.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Kuti Hotel / Kuti Resort

Day 4: Day 04: From Pokhara drive to Phedi and trek to Austrailian camp - 4 hrs

Pass By: Dhampus, Dhampus, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
You will be taken to Dhampus Phedi in the private vehicle and it is nearly about half an hour drive. The trek starts from Dhampus phedi to Dhampus village, a unique Gurung village in front of Mt. Fishtail and Annapurna South. After this, you will trek up to the Austrailian camp, which offers pleasant rhododendron flour forest. Overnight stay at Australian camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Tea House Lodge

Day 5: Day 05: Australian camp to Sarangkot 6-7 hrs

Pass By: North East of Town Sarangkot, Pokhara 33411 Nepal
Sarangkot lies in the top of the Hill but it is not remote. Sarangkot offers you alternative thinking about the world famous mongolian tribe of Nepal while trekking to down. But again the uphill trekking to Sarangkot gives you the mind-blowing view of Fewa lake and lakeside pokhara. Once you reach in Sarangkot, you will get the beautiful sunset views.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Lodge / Tea House Lodge

Day 6: Day 06: Sarangkot to Pokhara - 3 hrs

Pass By: Pokhara, Pokhara, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
You will be taken for climbing towards the viewpoint in Sarangkot which is the main highlight of the trek. The viewpoint is the place from where you will see the magnificent sunrise views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. In addition to this, you will get to see the sunrise view from the viewpoint. Sarangkot has become the center of attractions for both local and foreign tourists year by year. After this, you will trek down to Pokhara and enjoy with its beauty. Overnight stay at Pokhara.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Stop At: Devi's Fall, Siddhartha Highway, Pokhara 33700 Nepal
Famous underground Water Fall
Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Kuti Resort

Day 7: Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu 6-7 hrs

Pass By: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
After having breakfast, you will drive to Kathmandu which is about 6 to 7 hours drive from Pokhara by Tourist bus. We will provide you lunch in the afternoon in Prithvi Highway. Evening time is scheduled for shopping with the help of your guide. Overnight at the Hotel
Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Hotel Thamel

Day 8: Day 08: Departure to your next destination

Pass By: Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Zone, Central Region
This is the final day of your Trip to Nepal. Therefore as per the schedule, we will transfer you to the airport 3 hours earlier of your flight time in order to reduce delays due to the traffic jam of Kathmandu. We, Oriental Journeys feel that although your journey ends this time, it is the starting of your visit to Nepal and we will be waiting for your flight time for the next trekking.
Meal plan: Breakfast

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.