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Combine a community project with a multi-day trek in the stunning Annapurna region of Nepal. Experience one of the most amazing mountain panorama sunrise views in the Himalaya before finishing your trip with a visit to Royal Chitwan National Park.

Typical itinerary

  1. Day 1: Depart the UK

    Today you will embark on your trip. It is likely that you will fly overnight from London Heathrow Airport to Muscat/Delhi where you will arrive tomorrow morning and transit to another flight which will take you on to Kathmandu.

  2. Day 2: Arrive Kathmandu

    Your flight will arrive into Muscat/Delhi and you will need to transit to another flight which will take you to Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Arriving into Kathmandu in the early evening, you will be picked up from the airport and taken straight to your hotel for dinner.

  3. Day 3: Kathmandu city tour

    You will spend the day exploring Kathmandu and recovering from your overnight flight. A city tour will take you to see the highlights of Kathmandu such as the Living Goddess Temple and Swauabhunatha.

  4. Day 4: Kathmandu to Bandipur

    This morning you will transfer to your project site near Bandipur as there are schools there we work with and would really appreciate the help. Bandipur is located between Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan, in the ‘warm heart of Nepal’. The enchanting paradox of Bandipur is that although it is a definitive mountain town, there is in fact nowhere else quite like it. You’ll love its eagle’s nest location, its lazy walks through orange groves, its simple architecture and you’ll never forget the stunning, pink-tinged, Himalayan skyline at dawn and again before twilight.

  5. Days 5-8 : Project in Bandipur

  6. Day 9: Bandipur to Pokhara

    Today you will transfer to Pokhara – the gateway to Annapurna.

  7. Day 10: Pokhara to Dhampus

    Your guide will meet you this morning and you’ll then transfer out of Pokhara to the start of the trekking trail at Phedi. Your bags are loaded and you’ll begin by steadily climbing up a series of stone steps through forest and woodland, to follow an undulating trail to the village of Dhampus at an altitude of 1525m.

  8. Day 11: Dhampus to Ghandruk

    From Dhampus, the trail continues to ascend and descend steadily as you skirt around the mountainside toward the Modi Khola valley. Tantalising glimpses of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli begin to appear through breaks in the canopy of immense Rhododendron trees. Reaching a place called Deorali, the Modi Khola river can be clearly seen below. Passing through cheerful villages and terraced fields you descend to the river, crossing by bridge and then climb to Ghandruk, the most important settlement in the Annapurna region. The ascent to Ghandruk is again on a flight of stone steps, and at each stage you take a rest during the ascent your efforts are rewarded with fine views of Macchapuchhre (Fishtail) back across the valley.

  9. Day 12: Ghandruk to Tadapani

    A shorter day, but all ascent as you head for the village of Tadapani. As with most walks, the higher you climb the better the views become and today is no exception, with even better to come.

  10. Day 13: Tadapani to Ghorepani

    The ascent continues steadily to the ridge top village of Ghorepani. You are now at the junction of several trails and with all the trails involving a long climb, modern day trekkers stop here to quench their thirst and rest. Ghorepani has always been a traditional stopover on the route from Pokhara to the trade route of the Kali Gandaki valley, so it may be no surprise to learn that Ghorepani means ‘horse watering place’. From Ghorepani you get your first tantalising views across to the Kali Gandaki.

  11. Day 14: Ghorepani to Tikhedunga

    A pre-dawn start is in order today to make a trekking pilgrimage to the celebrated viewpoint of Poon Hill (3210m). This is essentially a continuation of a ridge to the west of Ghorepani. Ascending with the aid of your head torch you’ll follow a well marked track to the summit. You’ll usually find a local entrepreneur already ahead of you at the top with tea and coffee for sale! As the first light of dawn breaks through, the imposing bulk of Dhaulagiri and Tukuche Peak begin to glow a surreal pink. In the clarity of the early morning light, Annapurna South becomes detailed like never before and the entire Himalayan panorama will simply take your breath away. This truly is one of the best moderate altitude views in the entire Himalaya and definitely worth the effort. Returning to Ghorepani for breakfast, you then trek in a different direction from whence you came, following a broad, forested ridge that leads down seemingly endless steps to the village of Tikhedunga.

  12. Day 15: Tikhedunga to Chitwan National Park

    The final day of walking begins to level out as you follow the river’s course to the trailhead. From here you will transfer back to Pokhara, where you will then transfer down to Chitwan National Park.

  13. Day 16: Chitwan to Chitwan

    Whether you’ve just trekked in the Annapurna or Everest regions, a visit to Royal Chitwan National Park is a complete contrast to the Himalaya. Here in Royal Chitwan you’ll be able to enjoy a series of wildlife activities in the company of local naturalists. Nepal’s most famous Wildlife Park, Royal Chitwan is home to the elusive Bengal Tiger, as well as Leopard, various species of deer, Sloth bear, crocodile, monkeys, the one-horned rhinoceros and a rich variety of birds too.

  14. Day 17: Chitwan to Kathmandu

    Today you leave the sights and sounds of Chitwan behind, as you head back to bustling Kathmandu.

  15. Day 18: Kathmandu

    This morning you will visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath and then have the rest of the day to spend at leisure.

  16. Day 19: Fly back to the UK

    Your flight out of Kathmandu will depart in the morning and get you back to the UK in the evening. Welcome home!

Key info

This suggested itinerary is based on personal recommendation and can be tailored to suit your requirements.
  • Destination: Nepal
  • When to go: Mar to Oct
  • Duration: 19 days
  • Trip type: Expedition
  • Itinerary highlights:
    • Kathmandu
    • Royal Chitwan National Park
    • The view from Poon Hill
    • Bandipur National Park
    • Trekking through the Annapurna Valley
  • Activities:
    • City tour
    • Safari
    • Trekking
  • Accommodation: Hotels, lodges and camping
  • Ideal for: Ages 16 to 18
  • Travellers will need:
    • High level of fitness
    • Strong interest in outdoor adventure
    • Strong interest in encountering new cultures, often in a remote and demanding environment

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Locations

Featured locations:

Annapurna

Snow-covered Mount Annapurna 2 at sunrise

Annapurna is one of the finest trekking locations in the world due to its incredible Himalayan beauty, brilliant collection of stunning trekking routes and vibrant Nepalese culture. Find out more about Annapurna

Kathmandu

Prayer flags in the sunlight on the dome of Boudhanath Stupa

The point of entry for trips in Nepal, Kathmandu is a city bursting with religion, culture and history. Located in the beautiful Kathmandu Valley, the city is the heart of Nepal. Find out more about Kathmandu

Pokhara

Boats on Phewa Lake with snow-capped Himalayas in the background

The gateway to the Annapurna mountain range and a popular tourist destination, Pokhara is the place to go for trekking and adventure activities in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas. Find out more about Pokhara