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Annapurna Adventure Dhaulagiri > Expedition Overview

HIGHLIGHTS
- Walk beneath the monster mountains of Annapurna II, III and IV
- Climb Poon Hill for spectacular views over the Dhaulagiri Ranges
- Trek and get a taste of the true Annapurnas in just over 2 weeks

OVERVIEW
The Annapurnas provide the adventurer with a complete package in a relatively small area. One can walk beneath some of the highest and as far as the Annapurnas is concerned, most dramatic mountain ranges in the world within days. The Annapurnas also has fantastic glaciers, high altitude lakes and breath taking gorges. The entire area is well serviced by lodges along the way. We utilize these extensively, favouring those that are starting to introduce ecologically sound practices and providing the owners and their families with a much needed income.

Annapurna Adventure (16 Days)
The ancient trade route to Mustang and Tibet ,up the Kali Ghandaki river, presents one of the most developed trekking trails offering comfortable lodges run by Gurung and Thakali families. Starting from Pokhara we ascend the Annapurna foothills through picturesque Gurung villages and continue through lichen-draped rhododendron forest to climb Poon Hill at dawn for spectacular views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges.

Later we will trek up the deepest valley in the world situated between two Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,788ft.) and Annapurna (8,091m/26,538ft.). As we trek up the Kali Gandaki valley we pass though the traditional and prosperous villages of Tukuche, Ghasa, Marpha and Jomsom. The Thakalis, a traditional traders, have converted their charming and wonderfully clean homes into trekkers' lodges and are well known as one of the most gracious and successful inn-keepers in Nepal.

Past Jomsom we reach the arid Tibet-like landscape of Mustang. At Muktinath, set below the Thorung La pass, we have a day to explore the temple and villages and enjoy wonderful mountain views before taking the flight back from Jomsom.

Moderate to difficult trekking from 900m (3,000ft) to 3,800m (12,500ft). Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by local families. The trek starts in Pokhara and includes all meals, road-head transports, services of experienced trek guide and porter to carry luggage. Clients carry a day-pack only and walk at their own pace.