Hotel and Lodge on Annapurna Circuit Trek:
Redrose Travel arranges it’s best for comfortable and pleasant accommodation and also provides you nourished hygienic food. We will be staying at the standard hotel (rating of 2 – 3 Star) in Kathmandu whereas, in the remote areas, we will be staying at a tea house or a local lodge. We can also arrange luxurious rooms from 4 – 5 Star hotels in the cities with an additional charge but the remote mountainous regions have no such facilities.
Tea houses and local lodges in the remote region will have a usual bed with usual mattress and a pillow. Only a few of them have electricity but the rest rely on lanterns or candles lights. Booking of the room is done prior to the starting of the trek. If in case we are not able to book the room in advance, we can book it upon reaching there as these areas have ample of lodges and tea houses. If for some reason, we aren’t able to book a lodge/teahouse - we can easily set a camp which will be the most adventurous part of the trek itself.
Food and Drinks for Annapurna Circuit Trek:
Redrose Travel focuses on client’s safety and health and gives it the foremost priority. We make sure that each and every client get the same portion of clean, hygienic and nourishing food which is a very necessary - especially while trekking.
During the trek - all the meals i.e. breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided inclusive in our package. But in the city, either breakfast or dinner is included. Please go through the detailed itinerary for each day to see which meals are included. During the trek, breakfast and dinner will be served in the same lodge where we spend overnight and our expert trek leader will be taking you to the clean hotels/restaurants for lunch on the way to your destination.
Normal water will be provided free of cost but we suggest you carry water purification pills to purify the water. If you prefer to drink packaged bottled mineral water, you will easily get in shops or tea houses, but the expense should be paid by the client as it is not included in the package.
Ideal Time for the Annapurna Circuit Trek:
The ideal time differs depending on one's preferences and choices. The two prominent times are during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). Each season presents its own unique charms and challenges, offering trekkers a choice according to their preferences.
Spring presents warm weather and vibrant blooms, meaning quicker altitude adjustments. But it carries a chance of rainfall and snow at higher elevations. Likewise, autumn provides clear skies and a pleasant temperature, making it perfect for trekking, but it also comes with larger crowds due to festivals and peak hiking seasons. It is you who chooses the best season according to your preferences.
Luggage/Backpack on the Trek:
Our porters will carry your major luggage while you carry a backpack with items very handy while trekking such as water bottle, towel, tissue or toilet paper, camera or any other stuff which you feel is necessary during your trek. Gears and clothes not needed during your trek can be left in the hotel safe deposit box properly locked without any extra charge. Domestic airlines of Nepal do not allow more than 15 kg including your hand baggage. If your baggage exceeds more than 15 kg, an extra charge will cover that up but isn’t included in our package.
Guide/Porter on Trek:
Redrose Travel provides honest porters and well experienced first aid certified, altitude sickness trained trekking guides who will be handling all your issues on the trip. All our staffs are very cordial and sincere. The porter will be carrying up to 10 kg luggage of each client. While trekking in a bigger group i.e. more than 10 people - an additional guide will be provided and the group also can be split according to the number of people in the group.
Group Size, and Crew Member:
Redrose Travel arranges Annapurna Circuit Trek with a minimum of 2 clients to a maximum of 12 in a group. The larger group we will be arranged by dividing the groups into two or more according to the number of people. However, although you might be staying in the same lodge - but during your trek - you might be having a different guide.
Personal Expenses on Trek:
Personal expenses totally depend upon how extravagant are you in nature. Our package includes the cost of accommodation and meals during your trek as mentioned in the itinerary. Besides that, you are liable to pay for additional meals, table drinks, snacks, hot shower (accessible in some places), alcoholic drinks, entrance fee (around US $ 25 ) for visiting heritage sites of Kathmandu, meals in Kathmandu (around US $ 5-7), tips for driver, guide and porters, etc. Tips to the guides, porter or any other members are not mandatory. You can tip them if you are satisfied with their service.
Available Gears/Equipment:
Trekking equipment is readily available in the stores of Kathmandu at a very reasonable price or it can also be hired with a minimal charge per day. So, you don’t have to buy or carry from your hometown.
A Usual Day on Trek:
Each day on the trek begins with a breathtaking sunrise view over the magical mountain range, followed by a warm breakfast to fuel the day’s adventure. The trek typically spans around 6 hours, where we traverse through lush rhododendron forests, diverse landscapes, and picturesque villages. Along the way, you will be treated to panoramic views of surrounding peaks and ample opportunities for photography. After reaching the destination, we will explore the area, interact with locals, and immerse ourselves in their rich culture and traditions. Finally, we savour a delicious traditional dinner before we take a well-deserved rest.
Greetings at the Airport:
After booking and confirming your Gokyo Valley trek with us, we suggest you flow all the information such as - your number of days of stay, departure date, returning date, & international flight details (arrival time, flight number, ). After getting this information, a representative of Redrose Travel can easily pick you up from the airport on time.
After you complete the formalities of the airport and come to the exit gate, you can spot Redrose Travel member holding a placard of your name or Redrose Travel Company waiting outside the terminal. After meeting and greetings, we will transfer you to the hotel in our private car. If you have booked the hotel by yourself, please let us know in advance, so that we can drop you at your respective hotel.
Changes in the Itinerary:
Our regular itinerary of the Annapurna Circuit Trek is 21 days unless you have customized it. The itinerary has been carefully designed by our operation manager which is very pragmatic & includes the high altitude acclimatizing. These 21 days includes your arrival day, departure and sightseeing Kathmandu. It may also have an extra day which allows flexibility to adjust the delay or cancellation of flight due to sudden changes in the Himalayan weather.
If you would like to extend more days or lessen some, we surely can do that as per your wish.
Safety Measures:
Client’s safety is our main priority and we make sure that each and every client is well taken care of. If by chance anyone gets sick during the trek, we will take you to the nearest hospital as soon as possible. If the condition is serious – we will use the rescue helicopter to take you to the nearest hospital while all the expenses will be carried out by the travel insurance company. We suggest you get insured for up to 6000 meters.
Booking and Payment:
After confirming or booking the trip – all we need is the copy of the passport, insurance policy, and the international flight details (ticket). Then, a 20% advance deposit is required for any trip, trek or expedition which is not refundable - used for reservations of hotels and lodges according to the itinerary.
The remaining balance is due when you arrive at Kathmandu and can be paid by any means convenient to you. We prefer payment via cash (to avoid any extra service charge) but bank transfer, credit cards, western union, and pay pal are also the accepted form of payments.
Trek Difficulty:
Even though the trek is considered beginner-friendly, it presents both physical and mental challenges given its altitude, reaching up to 5416 meters. We suggest you have basic physical fitness and, if possible, some hiking experience, even though the trails are well-maintained. You should be prepared for steep ascents, diverse landscapes, and potentially unpredictable weather conditions (if you are hiking in the off-season). Our experienced guides are trained to assist you in any situation and will prioritise your safety over anything else throughout the journey.
If you have any other questions or want to inquire more, please feel free to email or contact us.
