Api Saipal Himal Base Camp Trek. Api & Saipal are restricted areas where special permits are to be issued to go to trekking there. There is no time limitation for the trekking in any area and the same kind of flexibility of the trekking period can be applied to these areas too. But the shortest time will at least be of three weeks including from and to Kathmandu. When you are in the upper part of both sides, to be facilitated from the facilities of the accommodation, food and electricity will be dream like situation. Our staff will carry every necessary item for the trip and our guests will be well cared for during the trip until they are in Kathmandu. Another importance of this area is that the people living there are traditional, ritual, cultural, and myth lovers. It is important to mention that, in the world there are many local languages and the language spoken by the people of one area is difficult to understand their language from the people of another area.
This kind of situation can be found all most in countries of the world and Nepal is again very rich in that perspective also. Though, geographically, it is one of the smallest countries in the world it is very big in terms of different groups of people and the languages they speak, cultures they live with, customs they adopt, way of life to create their own identity, profession since their birth and beliefs they are happy with. Even if you walk especially in any village area of Nepal in every two or three kilometers you will happen to see different kinds of people and their style of living and life.
Highlights of the trip
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- Mixed culture and lifestyle of far-west Nepal
- Trek through off–beaten tracks in far western Nepal.
- Measuring view of Mt Api(7123m) and Saipal (7031m)
- Experience the unique culture and religion of the locals
- The stunning natural beauty of the region reflected by the wildlife and vegetation.
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Guideline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Intl airport transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Day 03: Fly to Dhangadi and Drive to Gokuleshwar
Day 04: Gokuleshwor-Karkale (950m.)
Day 05: Trek from Karkale to Chiureni (1,100m.)
Day 07: Makarighat trek to Seti (3,000m.)
Day 08: Seti trek to Bayaligad (34,00m.)
Day 09: Bayaligad Trek to Simar (3600m.)
Day 10: Simar trek to Dhawaliwadar (3800m.)
Day 11: Dhawalidwar trek to Base Camp (4,000m.)
Day 12: Base Camp trek to Saheb Bagar (2,800m.)
Day 13: Saheb Bagar trek to Makarighat (1,800m.)
Day 14: Makarighat trek to Bitulechaur (1,200m.)
Day 15: Bitule trek to Gokuleshwor (8,50m.)
Day 16: Gokuleshwor to Dhangadi drive by bus for about 14 hrs
Day 17: Fly Back To Kathmandu
Day 18: Final departure to your homeland.
Best Time to Trek
Autumn (September – November) and spring (March-May)
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Cost Including
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- All Transfers including airport pick up/drop and trek start point and ending point.
- 3 times meals -breakfast, lunch & dinner including coffee and tea during the trek.
- Accommodation in tea houses or tents as per itinerary during the trek.
- Twin Sharing accommodation in Houses or in a tent.
- breakfast in Kathmandu as per itinerary.
- Licensed Trekking guide and necessary porters during the trek.
- Travel Insurance for all staff including porters.
- All Government / Local taxes.
- Trekking Permit for Api Saipal Himal.
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Cost doesn’t including
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- Major meals, lunch, and dinner in Kathmandu
- Any type of personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone, and laundry.
- Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft, or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out Personal travel insurance.
- Tips for guides and porters.
- Extra night accommodation and lunch and dinner in the city because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
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Programmed Detailed
Day 01: Arrival, transfer to hotel.
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, we greet you and assist you to transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu, after resting; you will be provided the essential information regarding the trip in Nepal along with our fellow trekking staff for your adventurous trip.
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation.
Today, you will be visiting cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley which is rich in its Newari culture and temples; the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the world’s biggest Stuppa, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath Stupa (monkey temple) and historical Kathmandu Durbar Square, and incredible Kumari widely known as Living Goddess in Basantapur of central Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly to Dhangadi and Drive to Gokuleshwar
From Kathmandu you take a wonderful flight with an arresting view of Manaslu, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri Mountain will take you to far west Nepal Dhangadi, After Lunch in Dhangadi we will catch public transportation, the narrow road will take you to Gokuleshwar, where we will stay overnight at camp.
Day 04: Gokuleshwor-Karkale (950m.)
We today begin to trek only after lunch we will hike through an area with a picturesque peak view and striking landscape. After having lunch, we will start our trek. We will have to make about 2 hours straight walk and reach Karkale, where we will stay overnight at camp.
Day 05: Trek from Karkale to Chiureni (1,100m.)
From Karlkale, we will walk through stunning villages and farmland. On the way, we will cross countless hanging bridges. After walking for six and a half hours, we will reach Chiureni. In Nepali, Chiuri means butter tree. We will see many butter trees around our campsite and stay overnight at camp.
Day 06: Chiureni to Makarighat (1,800m.)
On this day our trekking trail follows the Chamliya Khola moving ahead from Chiureni. The trail goes straight and some parts narrow. 7 hours walk and stay overnight at camp.
Day 07: Makarighat trek to Seti (3,000m.)
Today we have to walk frequently uphill we have to climb 1200m. On the way we will see some villages and observe that settlements are very scattered. We can see pleasant Mountain View when walking for about six hours and stay overnight at camp at local school.
Day 08: Seti trek to Bayaligad (34,00m.)
From Seti the track goes up and moves down again while we walk 2 hours then we will reach Lawathi this is the last village of this trek, this place is known as Saheb Bagarâ Many years ago trekkers stayed at that place so local people started to call Saheb Bagar. From here trail goes uphill and walks through dense jungle. 5 hours walk and stay overnight at camp
Day 09: Bayaligad Trek to Simar (3600m.)
Today, we hike through the thick jungle, the trail goes tenderly uphill. During the summer season, there is a kind of plant that can be seen in this area the name of the plant call Yarsagumba this is a kind of Viagra 5 five-hour walk and stays overnight at camp.
Day 10: Simar trek to Dhawaliwadar (3800m.)
From Simar, today the trail is a straight walk to Dhaliwadar which means cave as mentioned above in the past days nomadic people used to stay at this cave. Today we will walk through the greenery forest with Mountain View and need to cross some small stream. About an hour’s walk and stay overnight at camp
Day 11: Dhawalidwar trek to Base Camp (4,000m.)
Ascending for about two hours from Dhawalidwar, we will be reached at Api Himal base camp. After having lunch go to the holy lake walk around the base camp and enjoy stunning mountain views. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 12: Base Camp trek to Saheb Bagar (2,800m.)
After having breakfast, we descend to Saheb Bagar and go behind the same trail. It takes a six-hour walk and stays overnight at camp.
Day 13: Saheb Bagar trek to Makarighat (1,800m.)
Today, walking for six and a half hours, you will reach Makarighat from Saheb Bagarand and stay overnight at camp.
Day 14: Makarighat trek to Bitulechaur (1,200m.)
We walk on the same trail way back to Bitulechaur from Makarighat for six hours and stay overnight camp.
Day 15: Bitule trek to Gokuleshwor (8,50m.)
From Bitule, we walk through stunning villages for six hours walk and stay overnight at camp.
Day 16: Gokuleshwor to Dhangadi drive by bus for about 14 hrs.
Traveling after 14 hours from bus we reach Dhangadi. Here, you will have a farewell dinner with the porter and other supporting staff.
Day 17: Fly Back To Kathmandu
After valediction with porter, you will be checked in at the airport for Kathmandu.
Day 18: Final Departure to your homeland, or Nest destination.
