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Annapurna Homestay Trek

5 days
Start and end in Pokhara
4.4
7 traveler reviews
Annapurna Homestay Trek - Intrepid Travel
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Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Max group size:
12
Physical rating:
Active
Age range:
15 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
11917
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Highlights

  • Walk through terraced fields in Kalikasthan
  • Cross a long suspension bridge in Modi Valley
  • Stay in traditional homestays in Nepalese villages
  • Trek to Tara Top for a 360-degree Annapurna view
  • Descend through rhododendron forests to Ghale Gaun

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Pokhara/Kalikasthan - Yangjakot trek (1440m)
  2. Day 2 Yangjakot - Tanting trek (1580m)
  3. Day 3 Tanting - Siklis trek (1980m)
  4. Day 4 Siklis to Ghale Gaun trek (1620m)
  5. Day 5 Ghale Gaun to Bhurjung Khola trek/Pokhara
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Meals
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Where You'll Stay

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Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,298

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

88%

Back in 1989, two guys from Melbourne, Australia by the names of Darrell and Manch set off on an adventure to the other side of the world. They travelled to Africa and without air conditioning on their modified truck, they filled it with supplies, some beer, a bunch of aviator sunglasses, and...

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.4
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.9
  • Food
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    4.1
  • 4.6
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  • Annapurna Homestay Trek reviewer 1
    · May 8th, 2019
    Fabulous trip full of amazing views and wonderful people.
    Trip date: April 2019
  • BS
    · November 6th, 2017
    The trip we had, Walking Annapurna was OUTSTANDING. We may not be the youngest nor the oldest trekkers who have taken the trek, but at 70 and 68 (myself and my wife), it was a trip we will not forget. With only four of us trekkers we had a chance to become friends and could not have asked for better travelers on the trek. The Intrepid staff, with leader Nar BAHADOR Tamana, and assistant Mim, and porters Nire and Sobshu were wonderful. Nar Bahador was not only the leader of the group but also was cheerleader and person who truly read the group well and was flexible when it was needed. From the start of the trek he emphasized the importance of safety and "teamwork" and those two themes were carried out for the entire five days. He lead by example, was wonderful when we got to a village to get lunch or dinner or breakfast organized, and clearly let us know how much each of us owed for our meals. The home stays were fine and the families who hosted us could not have been friendlier. Yes, the trek was not easy and the day to Terra Top was a LONG and difficult day, but the view from the top and the two boiled eggs and homemade break was like having fine wine with an expensive meal!!!!! Tourrader was wonderful to work with but the four folks who guided us for those five days cannot be thanked enough. Intrepid is very lucky to have Nar Bajadpr as a leader guide and also Mim and the two porters.....each were ALWAYS friendly, could not do enough for each of us who were trekking, and it was due to them we will have memories we will never forget. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND "Walking Annapurna" and again want to thank \nar Bajador and his colleagues for an outstanding opportunity.
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    Trip date: October 2017
  • AM
    · July 5th, 2017
    The trek was great. We had a wonderful time. Our guide and porter were both really good. Going during an off season was nice, as we don't like crowded trails. The only negative was our teahouse stay at Tadapani, which was not pleasant. The host was not nice and the food was not good. The vibe at the teahouse was not good. We will not recommend the Tadapani teahouse. Maybe we were spoiled from the first two nights...
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    Trip date: June 2017
  • MW
    · June 20th, 2017
    Amazing views and cultural experience. Kind and caring guides. Challenging treks. Our final full day of trekking was affected by the early monsoon season. We hiked for many hours in heavy rain and learned the art of extracting leeches. While not entirely pleasant, this most challenging day left us feeling accomplished. Very grateful to the guides and porters.
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    Trip date: April 2017
  • AR
    · May 16th, 2017
    The trek was excellent - tougher than expected, but spectacular and invigorating. The Tour guide was knowledgeable, encouraging, professional and very good company.
    Trip date: March 2017
  • Annapurna Homestay Trek reviewer 6
    · April 25th, 2017
    Enjoyed the trip apart from the wet day 4 (supposed to be the day with the best views) with leeches in the forest! Challenging treks for 50+year olds, but do-able. A relatively inexpensive trek that becomes quite expensive when meals at 25USD per person per day are added, along with the obligatory tips for guides and porters.
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    Trip date: April 2017
  • Annapurna Homestay Trek reviewer 7
    · February 7th, 2017
    'Walking Annapurna' was everything I hoped it would be - and more. The scenery was absolutely stunning, the homestays comfortable and welcoming (although very basic) and the company was great too! Be prepared to do some serious walking - your fitness levels will dictate how much you enjoy/get out of this short trek. Super rewarding though - I had an absolute ball. Highly recommended!
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    We are happy to hear you had a great time on Walking Annapurna! Hope to have you travel with us again soon.
    Trip date: November 2016

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Annapurna Homestay Trek
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    • We are under the impression we provide our own water purification for the trip, either tables or our small water purification filter system, is this correct?

      While trekking, boiled or safe water is available for drinking. However, you should also carry a water purification method. Options include:
      - purification tablets available from camping stores or pharmacies eg. Micropur.
      - 2% tincture of iodine, available from pharmacies, used at 4 drops per litre of water and left for at least 20 minutes - longer in very cold weather.

    • What time should I arrive for the tour?

      The tour operator suggested getting there a day early for the group meeting at their office in Pkhara, all of the joining information is listed in the trip notes.

    • When is monsoon season in Nepal? Can you still take this tour during this time?

      Between June and August, it is monsoon season in Nepal. Yes you can travel at this time. Should you choose to travel during this time, please note that you will encounter wet conditions, obscured views, and an extra leech or two. During the monsoon, there is a chance that our itinerary may be adjusted pending water levels in rivers. Don't forget to carry rain proof jackets and trouser or raincoat.

    • What are the best months to join this tour?

      I have found out that the best time to travel is March/April. It can be misty in July/August, but I have been informed, July would be better than August.

    • What is the difficulty level of ths tour?

      This is a really great tour that does involve a lot of physical activity. There are parts of this trip that go above 2800 metres / 9200 feet where it is common for travellers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude - regardless of your age, gender and fitness.

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    • Currency
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      Nepalese Rupee
      Nepal
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Cholera - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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