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Khopra trekking is a great option to watch close view of Annapurnas and walk through the new trail to experience really nice views.
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The Best Of Annapurna And Dhaulagiri Trek or even more popular as Annapurna Khayer Lake Trek is an adventure trek
Annapurna And Dhaulagiri Trekking are very famous among those trekkers, who wish to walk off the beaten path in the
Despite the altitude covered, the trek is considered a moderate trek. Therefore, any physically fit individual with sound health can
Planning your trek between October-December and March-May supports you with perfect temperature, trail, weather, and visibility. However, Amigo Treks and
The Best Of Annapurna And Dhaulagiri Trek or even more popular as Annapurna Khayer Lake Trek is an adventure trek, which takes you to an altitude of 4,500m and allows you to collect some of the most amazing life experiences. Khayer Lake, situated at an altitude that is higher than the altitude of Annapurna Base Camp, sunrise view from Poon Hill, the settlements of Ghandruk and Ghorepani, and most importantly, Khopra ridge are the major attractions of this trek.
Annapurna And Dhaulagiri Trekking are very famous among those trekkers, who wish to walk off the beaten path in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Our 13 days Best Of Annapurna And Dhaulagiri Trek itinerary allows trekkers to enjoy the magnificent views of towering mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and other peaks, experience Rhododendron and Oak forest, waterfalls, wild animals, and birds, rivers and pristine settlement of Gurung and Magar people and their sincere hospitality. In addition to this, the package also includes some of the major attractions of Kathmandu and Pokhara Valley.
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Welcome to Kathmandu – the capital city of Nepal. Today is your first day with Amigo Treks & Expedition. Therefore, we send one of our company representatives to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), who will further escort you to a tourist standard hotel booked for you in Kathmandu. If possible, we also schedule a meeting at our office for the briefing regarding the trek, which is followed by an introduction session with other team members (especially Sherpas and guides). Today, we also arrange a welcome dinner in one of the most popular local restaurants, where you can enjoy the ethnic dance and cultural music along with great Nepali food. If your flight arrives late, both the meeting and dinner can be scheduled for the following day. Meals included: Dinner (Highlights of the day: Nepali food, Cultural music and Ethnic dance)
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The capital, Kathmandu valley itself, is a big storehouse of exclusive natural, cultural and historical sites. Therefore, today, we take you on a few hour tours to the major attractions of Kathmandu valley. After spending few hours observing these wonderful sites, we again meet for a few hours to finalize your clothing and trekking gears (down jacket, trekking boots, sleeping bags etc.) required during the trek. The night will be spent at a hotel in Kathmandu. Meals included: Breakfast (Highlights of the day: World Heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square (a historical structure offering architectural wonders), the Pashupatinath temple (a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva- lord possessing the power of destruction), Swyambhunath and Boudhanath – (a Buddhist shrine dedicated to Lord Buddha- Light of Asia). Optional site:Another World Heritage site ‘Patan Durbar Square’ along with other historical masterpieces like Mahabouddha Temple, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple and Kumbeshwor Temple.)
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Today, in the morning our guides will come to pick you up at your hotel and escort you to the bus station to catch an early morning, comfortable tourist bus to Pokhara. The bus will head towards the west of Kathmandu Valley and continue the journey towards the western part of Nepal following the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli river. The bus will stop twice – once for breakfast and then for lunch and continue until we reach Pokhara. The evening can be utilized to explore the lake area. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Pokhara. Meals included: Breakfast (Highlights of the day: Comfortable tourist bus, windy highway along the Trisuli River, breathtaking view of waterfalls, rivers, jungles, hamlets higher up on the hills, terraced fields with seasonal crop, different vegetations, curious faces of people running motels, restaurants and lodges, Lake area in Pokhara.)
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Today is the first day of the trek and our destination is Ghandruk. A 2 hour ride will take us to Nayapul. On reaching Nayapul, the luggage is prepared for the porters. After a short pre-trek preparation, we walk down to Birethanti, where our team leaders will take care of all the check in formalities at the ACAP office. After this, we cross the suspension bridge over the Modi River. Then walking on the bank of the Modi Khola, we cross Syauli Bazaar. Out of Syauli Bazaar and a winding stone step trail will take us to Ghandruk crossing small settlements like Kimche, Chane and Imle. On reaching Ghandruk, we rest for some time and then walk around the village to explore its cultural beauty. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghandruk. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Magnificent view of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli, small Brahmin and Chhetri settlement, unique lifestyle of people living in Kimche, Chane and Imle, and Ghandruk – a beautiful Gurung village, terraced farm featuring seasonal crops and vegetables.)
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Today is the second day of the trek and leaving the beautiful village of Ghandruk behind, we hike up to our destination, Tadapani. From Ghandruk, we ascend through the forest of Oak and Rhododendron that is alive with the sound of chirping birds, blooming rhododendron forest, singing waterfalls and the fine view of peaks in the Annapurna region. The settlement of people is almost nil here; however, trekkers can enjoy few teahouses en route. After hiking through the forest, we finally reach Tadapani. We also enjoy the sunset view in the evening. The night will be spent at a lodge in Tadapani. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: A pleasant walk through rhododendron and Oak forest featuring varieties of birds and insects, waterfall, a magnificent view of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre and Lamjung Himal, sunset view from Tadapani).
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Today is the third day of the trek and our destination is Bayali. Leaving the main trail (Annapurna Circuit Trekking trail), we follow the trail that passes through beautiful rhododendron and oak forest. Initially, the trail ascends gently, which later descends a little. After this small descent, the walk continues upward through rhododendron forest, passing several clearings up till the bigger ridge top clearing at Baisi Kharka. From here we further ascend until we reach Bayeli. The night will be spent at a lodge in Bayeli. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Pleasant walk through dense rhododendron forest, remote area of Annaurna region, a chance to spot some wild animals and Danphe – national bird of Nepal, excellent view of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre and Dhaulagiri, and stay at community lodges.)
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Today is the fourth day of the trek and our destination is Khopra Danda. In the morning, we take a short walk above the lodge for sunrise view. We then come back, have breakfast and descend towards the pastures of lower Chistibung. A gradual climb from here through the forest will lead us to Upper Chistibung passing the grassy ridge above the trail. From Upper Chistibung, a steep climb above the tree line through alpine meadows and pastures will take us to Khopra. We then take a walk down Khopra Ridge towards the viewpoint for the spectacular view mountains. The night will be spent at a teahouse in Khopra. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day:Amazing mountain panorama including Mt. Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri and Annapuna South, and Kaligandaki river far below the ridge, experience of alpine meadows and pastures, rhododendron forest, an opportunity to spot Lhophophorus and Himalalyan Thar, and temporary herder’s settlement.)
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Today is the fifth day of the trek and our we spend the day exploring the area. A five hour hike from Khopra Danda will take us to Khayar Lake, a rarely visited sacred fresh water lake situated at an altitude of 4,600m above the sea level, which is even higher than Annapurna Base Camp. It is believed that the lake is used by leopards to quench their thirst. We spend some time exploring the Khair Barahi temple area, and watching different varieties of birds and walk back to Khopra Danda. The night will be spent at a teahouse in Khopra Danda. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: A visit to Khayer Lake, a lake which is known to very few people, temple near the lake, experience of different birds and if you are lucky you can also spot leopards.)
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Today is the sixth day of the trek and our destination is Swanta which is a Magar village. From Khopra Danda, an hour of downward walk will take us to Upper Chistibung. From here, enjoying the views of Dahaulagiri, terraced fields and traditional houses, we further descend to Swanta. The night will be spent at a lodge in Swanta. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: Splendid view of Dhaulagiri, terraced fields and traditional houses, lifestyle of people in Magar village.)
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Today is the seventh day of the trek and our destination is Ghorepani. Initially the trail drops down through the village fields and towards a small river, where we can see small water mill. We cross a suspension bridge and head towards Chitre Village. On reaching Chitre, we meet the main trekking trail, where we can also meet other trekkers trekking different sections of Annapurna region. From here, the trail ascends to Ghorepani. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghorepani. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Highlights of the day: View of small water mill, and a great view of Dhaulagiri massif.)
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Today is the last day of the trek. Today, early in the morning we hike up to Poon Hill for the sunrise view. We then come back, have breakfast and continue towards ending the trek. Initially we descend through the forest of Oak and Rhododendron, crossing Nangge Thanti and Banthanti until we reach Ulleri. On reaching Ulleri, following the stone steps, we climb down to Tikhedhungga after crossing a suspension bridge. Then passing few settlements: Hile, Sudame, Lamdawali we finally reach Nayapul to catch a bus to Pokhara. After about two hours ride, we reach Pokhara. In Pokhara, you will be taken to a tourist standard hotel, where you can take a hot shower and relax your tired muscles. In the evening, you can either relax at your hotel or take a stroll around the lake side in Pokhara. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Pokhara. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch (Highlights of the day:Magnificent sunrise view and close up view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range with 20 other highest peaks of the world from Poon Hill, Thousands of stone steps, Ulleri – a large Magar village which offers magnificent view of Annapurna South, and Himchuli, Rhododendron and Oak forest, spectacular view of Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri from Ghorepani, Stupas, temples, internet cafes Ghorepani and the view of Machhapuchhre and the experience of Modi River, waterfalls and countryside villages. Plus Lake side, tourist standard hotel and nightlife in Pokhara.)
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Today, from Pokhara we catch a tourist standard bus to Kathmandu. Leaving Pokhara, we head east toward the capital city, Kathmandu. After 7 hours of drive all the way through Prithvi Highway, we reach Kathmandu. On reaching Kathmandu you will be escorted to your hotel, where you can freshen up and rest for some time. Around the evening, the company representatives conduct a short meeting to discuss the trip, your experience and the feedback. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu. Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
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This day is the last day of your trip in Nepal with Amigo Treks and Expedition. If your flight is scheduled early morning, then one of our company representatives will escort you to the airport as per your flight departure time. But, if the flight is scheduled later in the evening, you can go shopping and collect a few mementos or simply hang around shopping areas in Kathmandu. However, if you are planning to spend some extra days in Nepal, Amigo Treks and Expedition can also make the arrangements for some other top adventurous activities that you can attend while you are in Nepal. Meals included: Breakfast (The usual day for a trek: Every day, our guides will come to wake you up at around 7:00-7:30am. In case of special days like sunrise viewing days our guides will wake you up early in the morning at around 4-4:30am. A western breakfast like porridge, oats, toasts, etc. will be served at around 8:00-8:30am. The lunch will be served from a teahouse menu at about 12-1pm. However, the lunch time can also be postponed on request. The dinner will be served at around 8:30-9:00pm. Your accommodation is arranged at a lodge or also in a tourist standard hotel (subject to availability) where we stop for overnight. While you are walking, you can also request your guide to slow down and stop at the places where you want to take some snaps. After dinner and before going to bed your team leader will brief you regarding the next day’s schedule.)
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1-10 travelers
US$ 1,095
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TST Saavedra
US
★★★★★
Ultimate Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek
After years of exploring various destinations, Everest Base Camp remained on our bucket list as that one intimidating challenge. The logistics alone seemed overwhelming, and we wondered if we could handle such a demanding trek at this stage of our lives. When we discovered Amigo Treks and Expedition's "Ultimate Luxury Everest Base Camp Trek," we were intrigued by the possibility of experiencing this legendary destination without sacrificing comfort. Arriving in Kathmandu: First Impressions Matter The moment we landed in Kathmandu, we knew we had made the right choice. After a lengthy international flight, the last thing anyone wants is confusion at the airport. The Amigo team was waiting with clear signage and immediately took care of our luggage and transportation to a well-appointed hotel in the city center. This attention to detail set the tone for what would become a consistently well-managed experience. Our exploration of Kathmandu Valley unfolded at a comfortable pace in a private vehicle, allowing us to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites without the usual tourist rush. The welcome dinner featured authentic Nepali cuisine and traditional cultural performances, providing meaningful context for the adventure ahead. These initial experiences demonstrated the company's understanding that a successful expedition begins long before reaching the mountains. The Journey Begins: Helicopter Transport to Lukla Rather than taking the standard commercial flight to Lukla, we traveled by private helicopter directly from Kathmandu. This decision proved transformative, offering unobstructed views of the Himalayan range and eliminating potential delays from weather-related flight cancellations. The helicopter approach also provided our first comprehensive view of the terrain we would be traversing, creating anticipation rather than anxiety about the challenge ahead. Upon landing in Lukla, our guides and support team were prepared and organized, facilitating a smooth transition from air travel to the beginning of our trek. This seamless coordination became a consistent theme throughout our expedition. Trekking with Professional Support The trek itself exceeded our expectations for both adventure and comfort. Our experienced guides managed all logistical elements, allowing us to focus entirely on the experience rather than worry about daily arrangements. The route through villages like Phakding and Namche Bazaar was carefully planned with appropriate acclimatization stops, demonstrating genuine concern for trekker safety and comfort. The accommodation selections along the route proved exceptional. Properties such as Yeti Mountain Home, Everest View Hotel, and Culture Home provided comfortable lodging with amenities rarely found at such altitudes. Features like heated rooms, quality bedding, and well-prepared meals addressed the practical challenges of high-altitude trekking while maintaining the authentic mountain experience we sought. These accommodations served a crucial function beyond comfort. After demanding days of trekking, proper rest and nutrition became essential for maintaining energy and enjoyment throughout the journey. The thoughtful selection of lodging directly contributed to our ability to complete the trek successfully. Reaching Our Destination: Base Camp and Kala Patthar The approach through Lobuche and Gorakshep built anticipation for the final objectives. Witnessing sunrise from Kala Patthar over Mount Everest provided the emotional highlight of our expedition. The following day's arrival at Everest Base Camp fulfilled a long-held goal and created a lasting sense of personal accomplishment. The consistent support throughout these final stages allowed us to remain present and engaged with the experience. Rather than managing fatigue or logistics concerns, we could appreciate the significance of reaching these iconic destinations and the remarkable landscape surrounding them. Efficient Return Journey The helicopter return to Kathmandu proved as valuable as the initial flight to Lukla. This approach avoided the lengthy trek back through familiar terrain and provided a final aerial perspective of our entire route. The efficiency of this return allowed more time for reflection and recovery before our departure from Nepal. Overall Assessment This expedition with Amigo Treks and Expedition successfully combined adventure with practical comfort. Several elements distinguished this experience from standard trekking packages. The inclusion of buffer days in the itinerary demonstrated realistic planning for mountain weather conditions. The quality of guides and support staff ensured both safety and cultural education throughout the journey. The comprehensive service approach eliminated routine concerns about meals, permits, and transportation. For travelers seeking a challenging adventure without compromising on service quality, this approach to Everest Base Camp proves highly effective. The experience delivered both the personal satisfaction of completing a demanding trek and the comfort level necessary for full enjoyment of this remarkable destination. The investment in professional planning and quality accommodations transformed what could have been an endurance test into a memorable and enriching travel experience. Our journey to Everest Base Camp will remain a highlight of our travel experiences, combining personal achievement with the discovery of Nepal's extraordinary mountain culture.
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JMJulien Moreau
FR
★★★★★
Upper Mustang Motorbike Tour
I recently completed the Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour with Amigo Treks and Expedition, and honestly, I’m still trying to find the words to describe how incredible the experience was. From the moment we kicked off the journey, everything felt smooth, well-organized, and stress-free – thanks to the amazing team at Amigo. The bikes were in great condition and handled the challenging terrain like a dream. Riding through the barren cliffs, ancient villages, and wide open Himalayan landscapes felt surreal, like we were part of something timeless. The route itself was mind-blowing. Every day brought new views, new adventures, and genuine connections with locals. Lo Manthang was a highlight – the walled city felt like stepping into another world. Riding through the Kali Gandaki Gorge, crossing rivers, and passing ancient monasteries made the journey even more spiritual and enriching. But what really made this trip special was the team. Our guide was more than just a guide – he became a friend. Always looking out for us, sharing stories, checking the bikes, and making sure we were safe and having fun. The support vehicle crew were absolute legends too – they had our backs every step of the way. I’ve done a few motorcycle trips in different parts of the world, but this one with Amigo Treks and Expedition stands out by far. The mix of culture, adventure, raw beauty, and the personal touch from the team made this an unforgettable ride. If you’re even thinking about riding to Upper Mustang, stop thinking and go. And do it with Amigo – you won’t regret it.
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LLuther
AU
★★★★★
Everest Motorcycle Tour
Dinesh and the team at Amigo Treks and Expeditions went above and beyond for us. Allowing us to custom-design our trip and adjust it on the go as required, best to suit our group of 18 riders from Australia. Thanks so much. We will be back!
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CChris
AU
★★★★★
Everest Motorcycle Tour
Dinesh and the team were amazing. Everything was very well organised, from hotels, to shuttles, lunch, and dinners. Made our ride from Kathmandu to base camp drama-free. Highly recommend these guys for your next adventure
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