Around Annapurna, Tilicho & Dhaulagiri Trek

The Annapurna, Tilicho Lake & Dhaulagiri trek covers part of the famous Annapurna circuit (described as the most diverse trek in the world), and to Tilicho lake, the highest lake in Nepal at 4900m, if the weather permits. The lake lies in a narrow valley and it can be avalanche prone if there is early snowfall. We will cross the Mesokanto pass (5123m) into the Kali Gandaki valley. Should the weather not permit this then we would take the normal route and cross the Thorung la pass (5415m) into the Kali Gandaki valley.

Trekking around Dhaulagiri is an exceptional wilderness experience that passes through staggering alpine terrain. Until recently few trekkers ever attempted it but now foreign trekking companies advertise it along side standard treks. It isn't standard, being tough and demanding and has shocked many trekkers who expected something similar to the Annapurna Circuit or the Everest trek. It is better labeled as an extreme route; extreme, because you need an ice-axe and crampons, and if anyone (I.e. porters) don't have these, a rope is necessary too. Going without a guide is for mountaineers only. With its extended high altitude nature it should only be attempted when snow-free - from late September to December, or perhaps May and early June.
The reason we have planned the trek from the Annapurna range and the Tilicho Lake is to provide ample time for group members, staff and more importantly the porters to acclimatize properly before going into the Dhaulagiri range with an attempt on Dhampus peak at 6035m in contrast, all companies say they have a good acclimatisation plan but 95% of them go the normal route, going clockwise, which involves huge gains in altitude of more than 1600m in a day. Chances of acute altitude sickness are high going this conventional way.

I invite you to come join this expedition style trek amongst some of the most stunning and tough, but extremely rewarding, terrains. This would be one of the ultimate adventures in the Himalaya. We have quoted a low price to this adventure to encourage more people to join in this adventure of a life time. In the spirit of Adventure we have quoted the price on a near cost to cost basis.

Duration:	28 day Journey with 23 days trekking
Trip Details:	Experienced Nepalese guides & Leader Porters to carry personal gear, camping All meals during trek 2 men tent 4 Nights in Kathmandu, 1 night Pokhara in Tourist class Hotel Peak Permit
Activities:	Cultural, Trekking, Climbing
Grade:	Strenuous! Read trip grading.
Mode of Travel:	Private coach, Domestic flight
Group & Staff:	Min 4, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides, porters plus driver
Accomodation:	Camping throughout 23 day trek
Trip Dates:	12th October – 08 November 2008
Land Costs: Climbing Sherpa:	Euro 1400 USD 400
	(Guaranteed to run for a minimum of 4 clients

Included:
Tourist class Hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara on bed & breakfast basis, twin sharing, all transfers, Responsible Adventures' Trek leader, guides, porters, food for porters & crew members, insurance for crew and porters that includes helicopter evacuation when necessary and medical treatment, all permits, twin sharing tent on trek, all meals on trek, portable altitude chamber, satellite phone for Emergencies, domestic airfare.

Not Included:
International airport taxes, visas, lunch & dinner while in Kathmandu & Pokhara, all optional additional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature.