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Sunday, June 23, 2013

Lower Dolpo Circuit Trek 17 days.

Lower Dolpo Circuit Trek
Shey Phoksundo Lake Deepest Lake in Nepal
Lower Dolpo Circuit Trek is one of the most popular trekking routes. located in Dolpa district (which is the largest district of Nepal) north mid-western part of Nepal. It lies in the Shey Phoksundo National Park area. which is the largest national park in Nepal with diverse terrain and altitude variation. The Lower Dolpa Trek is very popular for-Natural, Cultural, and Historical heritage like, Great Himalayan panorama, Shey phoksundo lake (which is the deepest and 2nd largest lake in Nepal, High passes like Numa La Pass, Baga la Pass,
 Kagmara la pass with beautiful mountains views, Kanjirowa Himal 6883m one of the highest mountain in this region, Historical Bon Po monasteries and Bon Po culture, Himalayan people's lifestyle and living style, Culture and religions, Flora and Fauna, etc.
Lower Dolpo Circuit Trek
Waterfall, water source from Phoksundo Lake 


People and Culture:-

 The lower Dolpo is home to Brahmins, Chettri, and Thakuri and many different Caste people live with their own culture. The Dolpo are inhabited by people practicing the pre-Buddhist religions called Bon Po that disappeared from Tibet in the 9th century.

Main Attraction of Lower Dolpo Trek.

Great Himalayan panorama including Mt Dhaulagiri, Annapurna range, and Manaslu massif, Kanjirowa Himal, Shey Phoksundo Lakes (Crystal blue freshwater) Rainbow waterfall, Monasteries over 700years old, High passes like Numa la pass5190m, Baga la pass 5070m and Kagmara la pass 5115m, Do Tarap village for unique Bhotia culture and famous of Bon Po monastery and this village is trade center for the Upper Dolpa, Flora, and Fauna, Bonpo Culture and much more...
For more details Email himalayadarshantreks@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Photos From Annapurna Circuit Trek

Annapurna Circuit Treks Photos
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Amazing Annapurna Himalayan Range

Annapurna Circuit Trek
Woden Bridge on Marsyangdi River, Annapurna

Annapurna Circuit Trek
Sunset view of Annapurna IV

Annapurna circuit trek
Mt.Gangapurna

Annapurna circuit trek
Our guest at Chhomrong



Annapurna circuit trek
Our guests and staff on trekking

Sunday, June 16, 2013

The Manaslu Circuit Trek

Manaslu Circuit Trek

Mt Manaslu 8156m (mountain of spirit) is the eighth highest mountain peak in the world. located in the Gorkha district, the northwestern part of Nepal.it is a conservation area (Manaslu conservation area project) this region opened in 1992 for trekkers. this trekking route is very famous for its nature and cultural heritage. the area is known for Gurung traditions with a flavor of Tibetan lifestyle.
You can do this trek for 15 to 18 days camping and tea house (Lodge trek). that is depending on your choice and your holiday in Nepal. if you have enough time you can continue to the popular Annapurna circuit Thorong la pass 5416m trek. then you can take a jeep from Muktinath. or you can take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. the Manaslu circuit trek is also popular for mountain views mainly a great view of Mt Manaslu's north face, Larke la pass 5106m, Budhigandaki river gorge, Flora and Fauna, and much more...

Manaslu Circuit Trek Highlights

Mt Manaslu, Manaslu High Pass (Larke la pass 5,106m), Birendra Lake, Ethnic group through their culture, Mountain views, Landscapes, Rivers, Wildlife, Forest, Monasteries

People and Culture:-

People in this area are the ethnic lifestyle of Gurung, Bhatia, and Amchi.
the area retains the traditional substance lifestyle of the diverse ethnic groups through their culture and religious practices.

Trekking Routes in Manaslu Region are:-

1, Tsum Valley Trek

Tsum Valley is a hidden valley situated in the northern territory of Nepal reaching the borderland to Tibet surrounded by the Buddha Himal and Himal chuli to the west. Ganesh Himal to the south and Siringi Himal to the north. It has been recently opened for trekkers. Crossing through the beautiful village in the heart of a cultural and traditional hub, where you can find the real and true image of an ancient habitant still untouched by another world. This trek requires two weeks trek

2, Dharchey Manaslu trek

This lower Manaslu Trekking offers unique varieties of native culture, wildlife, flora, and fauna with magnificent panoramic views to admire the lofty mountains of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, and Himalchuli. Likewise Manaslu, Annapurna, Buddha Himal, and much more. This trekking route is located out of tourist traffic thus.

For more information contact at- himalayadarsantrekking@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Annapurna Region Trekking

Annapurna Region Trekking

Annapurna Region is a very popular trekking and tour destination over the world and for many different adventure activities. The Annapurna 1st 8091 m is the tenth highest mountain peak in the world. Annapurna region is rich in natural and cultural heritage, including historical Buddhist monasteries like Braga Monastery, upper Pisang Monastery, and Hindu temple-like Muktinath temple. Beautiful Himalayan panorama high pass like Thorong la pass 5416m. world's deepest Dana gorge, world's biggest Rhododendrons forest in Ghorepani and  Tadapani area, Tilicho lake 5100m is one of the highest lakes also in this trekking route. Thousands of tourists visit the Annapurna region trek every year.

Flora and fauna:-

Annapurna region is home to Snow leopards, Musk deer, a Group of Blue sheep, and a Tibetan Wolf. Likewise, Birds are the Golden eagle, Pheasant, and many more, 9 species of Rhododendrons, Blue pine, Oak, and many different types of meditational herbs found in this area.

Annapurna Region Trekking Highlights

Breathtaking Himalayan Panorama including Mt Annapurna 1st 8091m, Mt Dhaulagiri, and Mt Manaslu (which are more than 8000m high mountain) Alpine pastures, Trans-Himalayan valleys, Forest, Lakes, Glaciers, Rivers, Caves, and cultivated lands. The virgin peak of Machhapuchhare (Fishtail) 6993m stands majestically in the area. Thorong la pass 5416m, Poon Hill popular viewpoint, From where trekkers can enjoy panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges to the north and famous for Sunrise and Sunset views. Annapurna Sanctuary (Base Camp) trek, from where you can see many mountain views, Popular hot springs-Tatopani and Jhinu hot springs, Kali Gandaki river, and the world's deepest gorge, Tilicho lake, Cultural and natural heritage, historical monastery and temple-like, Braga monastery, and Muktinath Temple.

People and culture:-

In this region, people are 10 Ethnic groups:-Gurung, Thakali, Bhotiya, Ethnic Tibetan, Poon Magar, and Indo-Aryan:- Brahmin, Chhetri, Kami Damai, Sarki, etc. They have their own culture and festivals. The religions are mainly Hindus and Buddhists. Kagbeni, Marpha, Ghandruk, and Landruk villages are more culturally rich.

The popular trekking routes in Annapurna Region:-

1, Annapurna circuit trek 12/15 days
2, Annapurna Sanctuary trek 9/13 days
3, Ghorepani poonhill trek 5/6 days trek.
4, Jomsom kagbeni Muktinath trek 5/8 days
5, Annapurna Dhaulagiri Community Trek 14/16 days
6, Mardi himal trek 12 days trek

For booking the trip, Itinerary and for more information contact:-himalayadarshantreks@gmail.com