Ghorepani Poon Hill to Tatopani trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill to Tatopani trek

A 7-day trek in central-western Nepal, featuring the cultural Gurung village of Ghandruk, panoramic sunrise views from Poon Hill, and the natural hot springs of Tatopani. This trek offers breathtaking mountain views of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre, lush rhododendron forests, and insights into local Pun, Gurung, and Magar communities.

Overview

Ghorepani–Tatopani Trekking features three distinct villages: Ghandruk, Ghorepani, and Tatopani. Ghandruk is a culturally rich Gurung village, Ghorepani is renowned for its panoramic views from Poon Hill, and Tatopani is known for its natural hot springs, where Hindu pilgrims believe in the healing power of natural medicine. Located in central-western Nepal, this trek offers breathtaking mountain views, charming villages mainly inhabited by the Pun, Gurung, and Magar communities, lush rhododendron forests teeming with birdlife, and deep subtropical valleys, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak).

A major highlight is climbing the Poon Hill public tower, considered among the world’s most impressive mountain viewpoints. At sunrise, the first light touches the majestic peaks like Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), and a multitude of other summits, creating a magical spectacle. The trek also explores Ghandruk’s Gurung culture, and offers a relaxing natural hot bath

Trip Facts

Group Size

01 to 30 pax

Maximum Elevation

3210m

Location

Western part of Nepal – Annapurna conservation area

Route

KTM-Pokhara-Nayapul-Tatopani-Pokhara-KTM

Grade

Easy Plus

Best Season

whole year

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodge

Transportation

Drive to Pokhara/Nayapul/ from Tatopani/Pokhara

Major Trip Attraction
- Easy and Scenic Trek for All Trekkers

An accessible trek suitable for beginners and families, with moderate trails and well-established lodges, offering a relaxed pace through stunning Himalayan landscapes.

- Cultural Exploration in Gurung and Magar Villages

Experience the unique customs, traditions, and daily life of the Gurung, Magar, and Pun communities in Ghandruk and Ghorepani, rich in ethnic heritage and hospitality.

- Rhododendron Forests and Subtropical Valleys

Walk through vibrant rhododendron and oak forests, bird-filled woodlands, and lush subtropical valleys filled with biodiversity and seasonal blooms.

- Breathtaking Sunrise from Poon Hill

Witness an unforgettable sunrise from Poon Hill, where the early light reveals panoramic views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and a range of Himalayan giants.

- Natural Hot Springs at Tatopani

Relax your tired muscles in Tatopani’s natural hot water springs, revered by Hindus for their healing properties and enjoyed by trekkers for rejuvenation.

- Visit to Annapurna Conservation Area Project

Stop at the ACAP center in Ghandruk to learn about ongoing conservation initiatives, wildlife protection, and sustainable tourism efforts in the Annapurna region.

- Insight into Local Life and Traditions

Explore Gurung museums, Buddhist monasteries, and traditional homes, and enjoy homestyle meals like Dal Bhat at cozy guesthouses along the trail.

- Return Drive via Scenic Beni Bazaar

Conclude your trek with a scenic drive through the lush countryside and terraced farmland, offering glimpses into Nepal’s vibrant rural life.

Itinerary
Day1
Pokhara – Travel to Pokhara by tourist bus 200 KM, 6 hours, explore Lake, transfer to hotel (B/L/D).
Day2
Ghandruk – Drive Pokhara to Nayapul 1.5 hours, trek to Ghandruk (1,950 m), 5 hours, overnight Lodge (B/L/D).
Day3
Tadapani – Trek to Tadapani (2,680 m), 3 hours, overnight Lodge (B/L/D).
Day4
Ghorepani – Trek to Ghorepani (2,850 meters), 5 hours, overnight Lodge (B/L/D).
Day5
Tatopani – Climb Poon Hill and trek to Tatopani (1,189 m), 6–7 hours, overnight Lodge (B/L/D).
Day6
Pokhara – Drive to Beni (2 hours) and continue to Pokhara (3–4 hours) (B/L)..
Day7
Kathmandu – Travel to Kathmandu by tourist bus (200 KM, 6 hours) (B).
Route map
Inclusion
Land Transport / Domestic Air ticket
  • Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus both way.
  • Pokhara to Nayapul and Tadapani to Pokhara (Trekking starting and ending land transport).
Accommodation and Meals
  • Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast as itinerary (here are so many options, we provide on cost 3-star hotel if you want higher star please add on option.
  • Accommodation during the trekking: Single/Twin-sharing room with wooden beds, foam mattresses, and blankets (bring a sleeping bag for extra warmth/hygiene). Most of the place have shared toilets (usually Asian-style squat or Western toilets). Some of the place has attached toiled. Hot showers available (on extra cost). Higher up, hot water is scarce.
  • Breakfast: Porridge/Oatmeal (often with honey, fruits, or nuts), eggs (fried, scrambled, or omelets with veggies), Pancakes or Tibetan Bread (served with jam, honey, or peanut butter), Muesli/Cornflakes (with hot or cold milk), Tea/Coffee (black, milk tea, or ginger lemon honey tea) etc.
  • Lunch: Dal Bhat (Nepali staple: lentil soup, rice, vegetable curry, and pickles—unlimited refills!), Noodles/Pasta (fried noodles, garlic pasta, or ramen), Momos (dumplings stuffed with veggies or meat), sandwiches (egg, cheese, or tuna), soup (garlic, mushroom, or veggie—popular for warmth and hydration) etc.
  • Dinner: Dal Bhat, Curries (veggie, potato, or chicken with rice or chapati), Thukpa (local noodle soup), Pizza, Pasta, Fried Rice/Noodles, Desserts (apple pie, rice pudding, or Snickers rolls etc.).
Permits and Entry fees
  • Annapurna Conservation permit / Entrance fees.
  • TIMS permit if required.
  • Local Entry permit / Entrance fees.
  • Entrance fees in Monastery/temple.
Staffs: Guide, Sherpa, Porters
  • Trekking Guide: A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder professional equipped English-speaking guide.
  • Support Sherpa: if the group size more than six persons, we provide one extra Sherpa to support the group.
  • Porters: One Porter between each 2 members while on trek (Maximum weight for a porter is 25 Kg). If you are single booking the porter cost need to pay extra, please add the cost add on option.
  • Accommodation, meals, daily salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of Asian Hiking Team staffs (guide, Sherpa, porter).
Equipment or gear and souvenir
  • Trekking Map /Itinerary: Asian Hiking Team provides free a copy of trekking map /trekking Itinerary to our client.
  • Sleeping Bag: Asian Hiking Team provide sleeping bag, the sleeping bag is (-20 degrees). If you are planning high passes trekking/ camping trekking or climbing you should be need to bring your own which is -30.
  • T-short: Asian Hiking Team provide the company T-short for a souvenir.
  • Certificate: Asian Hiking Team provide Trekking/Hiking/Tour/Climbing success certificate for your memory and awardees.
Additional features
  • First Aid: First aid is the immediate assistance given to someone who is injured or ill until professional medical help is available. Its goal is to preserve life, prevent further harm, and promote recovery. Asian Hiking Team staff carry the basic first aid. You need to bring your own personal medicine with you. If you are trekking in high altitude should be bringing Diamox for acclimatization (125 mg tabs recommended; enough for a week or more). You can buy here in Kathmandu any pharmacy.
  • Farewell dinner: Asian Hiking Team provide a farewell dinner with Nepalese cultural programs the last day of the trip.
  • Travel & Rescue arrangement service: You should bring insurance, must include emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue services.
Exclusion
Additional Accommodation and Meals
  • Accommodation: Asian Hiking Team provide the hotel in Pokhara and during the trekking as itinerary. If you stay an additional day, you need to pay an extra cost.
  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner are not includes in Pokhara.
Hot drinks
  • Tea/ Coffees/ Hot water, hot showers etc.
Cold/soft drinks
  • All cold drinks, alcohol drinks, beer, bottle water etc.
Snacks
  • Pack energy bars, nuts, chocolate, or local chyura (beaten rice) for quick energy boosts between meals.
Personal Natural Expensive
  • Personal trekking gears & clothing (some of the equipment is possible to rent in Kathmandu): please check in check list for equipment list
Internet / Wi-Fi/Telephone
  • There are almost all trekking reason you can buy internet/ Wi-Fi service in the hotel. It is also possible to buy the NCAL or NTC Sim card for telephone or use data.
Insurance
  • Medical evacuation in case of emergency, expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. in such case extra will be charged as per actual.
Additional Entry fees and tip/donation
  • The tip for guide or porter: It's a way to show appreciation for good service and is often left as a small present or in addition. Tips are a common practice in many cultures and are often expected for services. It is not fix amount, so you can own decide.
Additional porter or Sherpa request
  • Porter: Asian Hiking Team provide one porter between two members. If you want to hire the additional porter, the cost in not includes.
  • Sherpa/ Guide: If you want personal Sherpa/guide, it is not including on the cost.
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Essential Information
Tailored Add-ons & Options

Tailored add-ons in Nepal trips refer to customizable essentials that enhance and personalize your travel experience, allowing you to align your journey with specific interests, preferences, and schedules. These add-ons can be combined into various types of trips, including trekking, expedition, climbing, cultural tours, wildlife safaris, and adventure activities.

Tailored add-ons include:

Customized Accommodations: Choose from a range of lodging options, from luxury hotels to homestays, to match your comfort and budget preferences. Upgrade your stay to accommodation featuring attached bathrooms during your trek. Enjoy additional comfort at select stops (start US$20/night during the trekking & start US$40/night in Kathmandu).

Porter/Sherpa Service: Let our skilled porters carry your gear so you can focus on the breathtaking beauty of the Nepal Himalaya. Each porter can transport up to 25 kg and can be shared by two trekkers. The cost per day US$ 22.

Helicopter: Flight in mountain areas depends on weather so you can...

Accommodation and meals

Accommodation:

Single/Twin-sharing room with wooden beds, foam mattresses, and blankets (bring a sleeping bag for extra warmth/hygiene). Most of the place have shared toilets (usually Asian-style squat or Western toilets). Some of the place has attached toiled. Hot showers available (on extra cost). Higher up, hot water is scarce.

Meals:

During the hotel/guest house trekking, there are international menus so you can choose whatever you like. During the camping, our cook prepares the meals as your interest. Camping treks in Nepal offer a blend of traditional Nepali cuisine and familiar comfort foods, ensuring that trekkers are well-nourished and energized throughout their journey.

Breakfast: Porridge/Oatmeal (often with honey, fruits, or nuts), eggs (fried, scrambled, or omelets with veggies), Pancakes or Tibetan Bread (served with jam, honey, or peanut butter), Muesli/Cornflakes (with hot or cold milk), Tea/Coffee (black, milk tea, or ginger lemon honey tea) etc.

Lunch: Dal Bhat (Nepali staple: lentil soup, rice, vegetable...

Transportation

Here's a detailed overview of transportation options from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200km):

By Flight (Fastest Option to Pokhara)

Duration: 25–30 minutes

Airlines: Buddha Air, Yeti Airlines, Shree Airlines (multiple daily flights) 6

Departure: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), to Pokhara International ariport last flight before 7 PM

Tourist Bus (Most Popular Road Option) 200KM

Duration: 6–10 hours (varies due to road works/traffic)

Departure: daily 7:00 AM from Sorhakhutte Bus Park (near Thamel) and from Pokhara tourist Bus Park (7.30am). It is possible night tourist/local bus to/from Pokhara start at 7PM.

Road condition: Kathmandu to Pokhara, it is Prithvi Highway, fairly smooth but prone to congestion near settlements area.

Local buses/ Micro Buses (not recommend for tourist) 200KM

Duration: 6–10 hours (varies due to road works/traffic)

Departure: Daily start 6:00 AM from New bus park and from Pokhara Prithivi Highway (6am to 3pm). It is possible night bus to/from Pokhara start at 7PM.

Private Jeep/Car 200KM

Duration: 5–7 hours (varies due to road...

Trekking Seasons in Nepal

General Climate Overview

Nepal's climate is incredibly diverse due to its dramatic range in altitude—from the lowland Terai plains (around 60 meters above sea level) to the Himalayan peaks above 8,000 meters. The country experiences five main seasons: spring, summer, monsoon, autumn, and winter. Each region and elevation zone has its own unique weather patterns.

Terai Region (Southern Plains)

Climate: Subtropical

Summer (May–June): Hot and humid, temperatures often exceed 37°C

Winter (Dec–Feb): Mild, temperatures range between 7°C to 23°C

Receives significant rainfall during the monsoon (June–September)

Hilly Region (Mid-Hills & Valleys)

Climate: Mild and temperate

Cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara experience:

Summer: 19°C – 35°C

Winter: 2°C – 12°C

Pleasant weather year-round, with occasional winter chills and summer showers

Mountain Region (High Himalayas)

Climate: Alpine to Arctic

Summer: Cool to cold, depending on altitude

Winter: Severe cold with frequent snowfall

Temperatures can drop below -20°C at high passes and base camps

Monsoon rains are lighter, but weather remains unpredictable

Nepal experiences four distinct seasons, each offering...

Trekking Permit

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit

The Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) is mandatory for all foreign trekkers entering Nepal's Annapurna region, including routes like Annapurna Base Camp, Circuit, Poon Hill, Khorpa Danda, Mustang and Mardi Himal. Below is a concise guide to the 2025 requirements, costs, and procedures based on the latest regulations:

ACAP (Primary Permit) Cost:

Foreigners: NPR 3,000 (Approx. $25 USD)

SAARC nationals (India, Bangladesh, etc.): NPR 1,000 (~$7.50 USD)

Nepali citizens: Free.

Validity: Single entry, no time limit per trek (e.g., 30 days for Annapurna Circuit).

Purpose: Funds conservation, trail maintenance, and community projects.

Exemptions: Children under 10

Where permit to Obtain ACAP: Online by Gov. Reg. agency or In Person: Kathmandu, Pokhara and Besisahar (Sun–Fri, 10 AM–5 PM).

Checkpoints: ACAP is checked at trail entries; Nayapul (Breathati), Dhampus, Besisahar, Beni and inside the conservation area such as Chame, Manang, Muktinath, Jomsom, Chhorong, Ghorepani, Tatopani etc.

Required Documents:

Validity Passport (for Indian Voter ID or Rasan Card also...

Trekking Guide/porter

Asian Hiking Team’s trekking Guides are professionals with recognized records of honesty and personal integrity, committed to environmentally responsible trekking practices that minimize ecological impact.

Asian Hiking Team trekking guide duties are to navigate trails, ensure safety, explain local culture/history, arrange permits/accommodations, monitor altitude sickness, and manage logistics. Our guide are fluency in English (and other languages), first aid certification, cultural knowledge, and government licensing. Require Nepal Government licensing, formal training (e.g., Nepal Academy of Tourism/NATHM), first aid certification, and language proficiency. Our guide is friendly, professional, and well-mannered. Trained in customer service, problem-solving, and group handling.

Asian Hiking Team porter: Porters duties are carried trekker luggage (max 20–25 kg), transport equipment, and assist with camp setup. Physical endurance, basic trail familiarity, and teamwork. Most speak minimal English. No formal credentials, but reputable agencies ensure health checks, basic safety training, and gear provision etc.

Asian Hiking Team Porter-Guides: Porter guide is carried light...

Trekking grade

Trekking in Nepal is categorized into grades based on altitude, terrain difficulty, remoteness, and daily walking hours. The most widely used grading system includes Easy, Moderate, Strenuous, and Challenging.

Easy (Grade A)

Altitude: Up to 3,000 meters (9,800 ft)

Walking Hours: Max 3–5 hours per day

Terrain: Well-established trails, gentle ascents/descents, minimal steep sections.

Who is it for? Beginners, families, or those with limited time seeking cultural experiences and Himalayan views.

Moderate (Grade B)

Altitude: 3,000–4,500 meters (9,800–14,700 ft)

Walking Hours: Max 7 hours per day

Terrain: Mixed trails with some steep climbs and high passes, moderate altitude gain.

Who is it for? Trekkers with average fitness and some prior hiking experience.

Strenuous (Grade C)

Altitude: 4,500–5,500 meters (14,700–18,000 ft)

Walking Hours: Max. 8 hours per day, often for 2–3 weeks

Terrain: Remote, rugged trails with high passes; risk of altitude sickness increases.

Who is it for? Fit trekkers with prior multi-day trekking experience, able to handle high altitude.

Challenging (Grade D)

Altitude:...

Health guideline

Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS)

Trekking in the Himalayas poses risks of Altitude Sickness (AMS). The body needs time to acclimatize to higher altitudes, a process known as acclimatization.

Types of Altitude Illnesses (Acute Mountain Sickness AMS)

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE): Fluid in the lungs

High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE): Swelling of the brain

High Altitude Retinal Hemorrhage (HARH): Bleeding in the retina

Common Symptoms:

Headache

Nausea, loss of appetite

Sleep disturbance

Dizziness, mild weakness

Swelling of hands and face

Severe Symptoms (Seek Immediate Descent):

Severe, persistent headache

Shortness of breath at rest

Confusion, loss of coordination

Bluish lips or face

Coughing blood-tinged sputum

Coma or unconsciousness

Prevention Tips:

Drink 4–5 liters of fluids daily (avoid alcohol)

Ascend slowly and rest if symptoms appear

Avoid sleeping at a higher altitude if symptoms persist

Take Diamox (consult your doctor) before flying to altitude

Food & Water Safety

In Nepal, water and food contamination are common causes of illness.

Do:

Drink boiled, filtered, or bottled water

Eat thoroughly cooked meals

Wash fruits/vegetables before eating

Boil milk or ensure it’s purified

Avoid:

Uncooked...

Travel insurance

Asian Hiking Team strongly recommend that you take out trip cancellation, air ambulance/helicopter rescue insurance. You should be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, cover for this type of travel. You must ensure that the policy you do take provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

You must carry proof of insurance (e.g. your insurance certificate) with you on the holiday; if you cannot provide this at the start of the holiday, you will be required to take out a suitable policy at that time. If this is not done or impossible for practical reasons, then you will not be allowed to continue with our trekking/climbing trips and will not be entitled to any refund for services not provided. Your insurance must include emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue services.

Recommended Insurance Company in Nepal (Only for Nepali)

Neco Insurance Co Ltd. - www.necoinsurance.com.np

Sagarmatha Insurance...

Phone/internet service

NTC/NCELL SIM cards work in most areas along the Annapurna trekking route; however, network coverage is unavailable during the Thorongla Pass, and Annapurna base camp section. However, during our trekking routes there are very nice networks.

Landline and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. The network covers Kathmandu, major cities and towns and most of Nepal, except some rural Himalayan places. The Nepal Telecommunications Corporation is the national service supplier. There are also private service suppliers such as Hotels and private communication centers also provide long distance telephone, internet and fax facilities. You can get SIM card either NTC or N Cell with data to use the internet. The price for SIM card US$ 1, and you need to recharge as you require. You can buy a SIM card inside the airport or anywhere in Kathmandu or major cities. You need to bring a passport copy with Nepali visa and...

Credit cards/foreign currency/ ATM

Credit cards like American Express, Master and Visa are accepted at major hotels, shops, Travel Company and restaurants. 3.5 to 4 percent of the total amount may be converted by the bank. ATMs are widely in use such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan-Sauraha, Bhairahawa, Namche, Lukla, Jomsom, Nepaljung, Biratnagar, Lumbini and other major cities and district head office.

All major cities or touristic place have money changer or Exchanger counter or Bank exchange counter. Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) provide service for exchanging foreign currency too.

Responsible tourism

At Asian Hiking Team, we believe that every journey should be both transformative for the traveler and respectful to the host environment and communities. Responsible tourism isn’t just a practice—it’s a core value that shapes how we operate, lead tours, and engage with people and places.

Environmental Responsibility

We are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our operations while encouraging a greener way of traveling.

Our eco-conscious practices include:

Limiting group sizes to a maximum of 20 to reduce environmental pressure.

Using stainless steel mugs for tea/coffee to reduce single-use waste.

Relying on gas for cooking instead of wood fires, preserving forests.

Carrying out waste from high altitudes for proper city disposal.

Avoiding the use of soap near natural water sources.

Using reusable containers and encouraging travelers to bring their own refillable water bottles.

Leaving campsites cleaner than we found them.

Encouraging minimal water usage, especially in high-altitude regions.

Preventing trail damage by staying on established routes and avoiding switchback...

Checklist

Trekking Poles : Poles come in handy for balance and easing impact to your knees. Get collapsible poles that can attach to your backpack and fit into your Duffel.

Backpack : You may choose to bring a smaller "day pack" for your airline travel carry on, and this can be used on the trek if you want to carry a smaller (35 liter or so), light trekking pack. You need a pack big enough for your clothes, water, camera, food, etc. during the day.

Pack Cover : Waterproof rain cover for your trekking pack.

Sleeping Bag : Bring a sleeping bag comfortable to -20 for trekking, however it is better to bring -30 to -35 for climbing. During the trekking in hotel/guest house -20 is fine but on the tented home you need -30 or -35. Down is lighter and much more compressible. Keep in mind that many of your nights will be much warmer than -20, especially on the trek in to base camp.

Duffel Bags : Asian Hiking Team provide one duffel bags each member as you want. We normally pack all our equipment in large Duffel bags. Make sure they are well labeled with indelible ink as well as a travel tag. The duffels go on the trek/climb with you and will be carried by porters or yaks. Except for them to get wet and muddy, so rugged, waterproof duffels are good. Bags with wheels are nice for the airport, but the porters and yaks don't like to carry them, so don't bring wheeled bags (or at least not two of them). You will also store some travel clothes at the hotel in Kathmandu while trekking, so a small additional bag with a lock might be handy. Bring 5 large plastic garbage bags to pack gear inside duffels to protect gear from rain.

Hiking Boot : These boots provide more stability and ankle protection against protruding limbs and rocks than hiking shoes do. Mountain walking or hiking boots are designed for mountain and hill walking, backpacking and mountaineering.

Gaiters and Micro spikes : if you are trekking in high passes you should prepare gaiters and Micro spikes in case of snow. You can buy in Kathmandu.

Sport sandals : Sandals (such as Teva's) are lightweight and tough, doubles as shower slippers.

Socks : Three/Four sets of warm socks.

Jacket : Lightweight waterproof-breathable construction with a hood -20 Down Jacket.

Pants : Lightweight waterproof-breathable hiking pants with full-length leg zippers. Mountain Hardware Compressor Pants or anyone.

Trousers : Water-resistant hiking pants (for TK), North Face and Patagonia are good brands, avoid jeans, pants with zip-off legs can come in handy.

T-Shorts : 1/2 pair of t-shorts (for TK), walking shorts. Loose and comfortable, preferably nylon, which (for men) double as a swimsuit. (Avoid shorts which are too revealing.) T-shirts (TK/TR).

Over-shirt : 1 long-sleeved over-shirt, light to medium weight and breathable, to protect you from the sun and bug bites. Hemp, linen or cotton is recommended.

Mid-Layers : Fleece or Soft Shell layering pieces that work well with the rest of your clothing. A Soft Shell jacket and an expedition weight long john top will work well.

Base Layers : - 2 synthetic tops and 1 bottom. Zip neck tops are the way to go.

Light Gloves/ Leather gloves : A warm insulated glove with leather palm will be worn a lot of the time. Polypropylene or fleece. Leather palms handle the fixed line better. Or good abrasion resistant climbing glove for the rock sections.

Belt : 1 belt, cotton or nylon lashing strap doubles as a gear strap.

Hat : Wool or fleece stocking hat with ear protection and Sun hat.

Neck Gaiter and/or a Buff : (highly recommended), Baseball hat and Bandana.

Underpants/panties, Bra : 2–3 pairs.

Passport (valid for at least 6 months) : It is easy to get your Nepal visa on arrival in Kathmandu at the airport, bring a passport photo. Bring a copy of the information pages and a couple of extra passport photographs. Carry these in a separate location. You'll be glad you did if you ever lose a passport.

Camera : with spare batteries, and film or memory cards, but keep it reasonable and weight. Consider a small USB drive to make it easy to share photos with your teammates.

Bathing Suit : Towel, Toothpaste and brush, floss, mini hairbrush, razor, soap, mini bottle of shampoo, travel mirror, nail clippers etc.

Travel Wallet : Some type of secure travel wallet is a must. Remember a pen for travel documents.

Headlamp : Bring a good LED headlamp with 2 sets of lithium batteries for cold conditions.

Water Bottles : 2 wide mouth plastic water bottles with insulated covers. A small Thermos bottle is great for cold mornings. Bring a pee bottle too (optional:)

Water purification : Iodine tablets (Potable Aqua or similar) or iodine crystals (Polar Pure). One bottle of Potable Aqua (enough to treat 25 liters) should be more than sufficient.

Eyewear : Bring good sunglasses with side protection. For contact lens wearers, ski goggles with light color lenses (for use at night) might be useful in windy conditions. The ski goggles are essential for all climbers in really stormy conditions and can serve as an emergency backup for broken or lost sunglasses.

Vision correction : Bring extra prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them. Lens solutions are not widely available in Nepal, bring enough for the duration.

Wrist Watch : With alarm and night light. An altimeter watch is useful.

First Aid : Hand sanitizer (Pirelli), moleskin or Compete, athletic tape, aspirin (some climbers take a baby aspirin every day up high) and/or ibuprofen / acetaminophen, Imodium, Band-Aids, antacid, insect repellant, ear plugs, and two rolls of toilet paper in quart Ziploc bags (we will have a supply at Base Camp), small towel, soap/shampoo.

Prescription Medications : Antibiotic for upper respiratory problems, Antibiotic for GI problems, Diamox for acclimatization (125 mg tabs recommended; enough for a week or more), Tylenol 3 or similar for severe headaches, Asthma medication, if any history.

Skin Care : Sun block lotion (at least #30 protection factor -- have at least one smaller tube (1 oz) that can fit in your pocket) and lip salve. Put your lip protection on a string and hang it from your neck. That way you'll use it. It also works great for your nose.

Personal Snack Food : The food is great on the trek, but you might enjoy a few snacks/chocolates.

MP3 Player and Books : As you want to read on the way to trekking. Plan on sharing books on hotel/guest house or MP3 player. Chemical Hand Warmers (not compulsory).

Frequently Asked Questions
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4) Where do we eat our meals and what kind of food is available?
5) What kind of transport do you use?
6) What are the sources of drinking water supply during trekking?
7) Do I need Trekking Permit?
8) What kind of Trekking equipment need during trekking?
9) Is there Wi-Fi/mobile service?
10) What happens in case of emergency?
11) What is High Altitude Sickness/sick?
12) How many persons in a group size?
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15) Is my trip is departure guaranteed?
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Ying Tao 2024-06-20
I'm so very sorry for the delay in sending this email. We have arrived home from Nepal already two months ago. Let me just tell you how very much me and my friend enjoyed the trip with Asian Hiking Team. The panorama we saw was breathtaking, and in spite of the tiredness we sometimes felt, the whole trips made it easy and enjoyable for us. Our porters, unwanted to say, were amazing, and, above all, our guides, Suman was especially helpful. Whenever we go back to Nepal, we hope to be able to go on a trek with Suman. I especially hope to see Suman in the position as a team leader next time, he would have earned it! I really enjoyed learning about the Nepalese culture and other things from him; it was great to have someone around that could express these things so as that we could understand them. All in all, I felt very well taken care of and motivated throughout the whole trek in Ghorepani Ghandruk Circuit! Next time, I think we could do higher elevation. Take Care, and let's keep talking!

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