Sikles Trek
Sikles Trek
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OVERVIEW
The Gurung village of Sikles has been established by the Annapurna conservation area project (ACAP) as a model trekking village and is an internal part of their eco-route. It is located to the north east of Pokhara, at about 2000 meters elevation, in the shadow of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. It is a large village, possibly the second largest Gurung village in Nepal, and is a well-preserved example of traditional Gurung culture. While here, the trekker can easily spend several days experiencing local life-style, handicraft production and sight-seeing. Of particular interest are the local cloth weaving and the ancient water driven flourmills.
Trek Facts
No. of days: 11
Mode of trek: Camping
Starting point: Pokhara
Ending point: Pokhara
Max. Elevation: 2713m
Season: Sept/Dec and Mar/May
Grade: Easy
Max. Walking: 5-6hrs.
Mode of travel: fly/drive in & drive/fly out
ITINERARY
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Day 01 : Arrival Ktm, transfer to hotel BB
After completing the necessary visa formalities upon arrival at the international airport, you must go downstairs to retrieve your luggage and exit the terminal building. Please follow the directions on your printed name and the signboard for our company, Annapurna Foothills Treks & Exp. You will be transported to your hotel in Kathmandu after meeting our agent. Before we go for the trip, you should pay your debts. On the first day, you are free to unwind or tour the city.
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Day 02 : Drive to Pokhara, hotel BB
7 hours are spent traveling by tourist bus to Pokhara. Early in the morning, a member of the trekking team will come to your hotel to pick you up before departing for Pokhara. Tea and coffee were included in the hotel breakfast for the overnight stay.
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Day 03 : Drive from Pokhara to Bijayapur Khola - Kalikasthan
It takes roughly five hours to drive from Pokhara to Bijayapur Khola (Bijayapur Army Camp) in Kalikasthan. Near the Army Camp, a wide trail begins past some rice fields and climbs via Rakhigaon to a Chautara, where there is a rest area under a huge pipal tree. You can take in the panoramic vistas while traveling. In order to reach Kalikasthan, which is at 1370 meters, the pathways now gradually ascend along a ridge top through the Brahmin and Chhetris villages. The campsite, which is located above the hamlet and offers a panoramic view of the mountain, Begnas Tal, and Pokhara city, is accessible after a brief ascent.
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Day 04 : Trek to LamaKhet
It takes roughly six hours to trek from Kalikasthan to LamaKhet (1680 meters). Up to Mardi Khola, you first take a gentle road through local communities with a variety of ethnic groups. Now that you are walking along the riverbed, the hike is simple. You pass via Bhaise and Nawaldanda on your way to Lama Khet. A little community where you can spend the night. Green hills surround this location, which exhilarates you.
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Day 05 : Trek to to Siklis
The journey from Lama Khet to Siklis (1,980 m.) requires a six-hour trek.Up until you reach Khilan Gaon, the trail is level and follows the river’s edge. After then, you continue on a path that gradually ascends for a distance before abruptly ascending for several hours. You cross Parju village on the way. Up till Siklis village, the trail ascends once more. One of the largest and oldest Gurung villages is this one. The majority of people work for the Indian and British Armies.
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Day 06 : Trek to Forest camp
Trekking takes about five hours from Siklis to Neuli Kharka or Forest camp (2200m). This walk begins with a gradually ascending trail and passes through oak and rhododendron trees. You eventually cross a flat area of land. There are woodlands everywhere around Forest Camp.
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Day 07 : Trek to Ghale Gaon
It takes roughly five hours to hike from Forest Camp to Ghale Gaon (2000m). Rhododendron-covered woodlands are encountered as you travel. You pass through the trek’s highest pass while walking. You descend sharply to reach Ghale Gaon after passing the pass. It is a small village where the Gurung and Magar communities predominate.
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Day 08 : Trek to Pokhara
It takes roughly three hours to trek from Ghale Gaon to Pokhara. The alleged hike pleasantly descends to Hyamgja (1070 m.). Here, you board a vehicle to travel to Pokhara.
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Day 09 : Drive to Kathmandu, hotel BB
We ride the air-conditioned tourist bus to Kathmandu. Around 7:30, the bus departs. While traveling to Kathmandu, we stop for a snack and lunch. In the evening, buy some mementos for loved ones back home while enjoying your final hours in Nepal. Spend the night in a hotel.
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Day 10 : Free day in Kathmandu, hotel BB
In Kathmandu, today is a holiday. You can choose to visit historic Buddhist and Hindu temples in Kathmandu, which is referred to as the “city of temples.” Numerous places are classified as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. It’s time for evening shopping for loved ones back home. Today is our farewell meal.
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Day 11 : Final departure
At the airport, Wilderness Excursion will drop you off. Goodbye and safe travels back home.
COST
WHAT IS INCLUDED
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- 04 nights hotel in Kathmandu & 2 nights in Pokhara in 3 star standard on BB.
- All meals (Breakfast/lunch/dinner with tea\coffee).
- Accommodation in camping with all camping equipment’s.
- A guide, cook , helper & porters.
- Ground transportation.
- Entry permits.
- All necessaries for Nepalese staffs (all meals, equipment’s, insurance).
WHAT IS EXCLUDED
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- Lunch / dinner in Ktm & Pokhara stay.
- Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, cold drinks).
- Cigarettes.
- Clients personal insurance.
- Any kind of unforeseen expenses.
- Sleeping bag.
- Down jackets.
- Airport tax (Domestic / International) emergency rescue flight & expenses if require, etc.