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Api Himal Expedition

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Api Himal Expedition

Mt. Api Himal is situated in a remote and inaccessible part of western Nepal at 7,132m (23,399 ft). Api Himal Expedition rises between the Tibetan Plateau Indian subcontinent and frozen plains in Humla District of Nepal. Japanese Expedition Team-Doshisha Alpine Society made the Api Himal Expedition's first successful ascent in 1960. Earlier on December 24, 1983, Poland's Tadeusz Piotrowski and Andrzej Bieluń made Api Himal's first winter hike. Our trek starts from Gokuleshwor on a less-visited trail which leads through distant villages. We Walk through the largely unexplored serene forest, heading through the villages of Karkare, Chiureni, Makarighat and Lwathi. Then we walk to base camp Api Himal where our team will make appropriate arrangements to establish higher camps above base camp. Beyond the experience of expeditions, one gets to visit Nepal's less marked and remote area. The region's remoteness is embellished with ethnic richness, stunning mountain scenery and serene wilderness. The Rajamba Peak (6,537m), Kappa Chuli Peak (6,850m) and other nearby peaks are visible. We can also see spectacular views of Mt Nanda Devi (7,817m) from the top of Api Himal. The Api Himal expedition also allows getting an insight into a mixed community (Brahmin, Chhetri, Mahara, Bohora, Thekare, Jhakari and Lohar) of this region.

Overview

Trip Code WPP-001-APXP

Destination Nepal

Altitude 7132m

Season Spring and Autumn

Difficulty Moderate

Accomodation Tea House & Tent

Duration 39 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,265ft) Day 2 : Sightseeing around Kathmandu- UNESCO World Heritage Sites Day 3 : Preparation Day Day 4 : Final preparation day Day 5 : Fly to Dhangadi (109m/357ft) Day 6 : Drive from Dhangdai to Baitadi Day 7 : Trek to Ghana Day 8 : Trek to Lathinath Day 9 : Trek to Ghusa Day 10 : Trek to Batar Day 11 : Trek to Jungle camp Day 12 : Trek to Api Himal base camp Day 13 - 30 : Climbing period [Basecamp-Summit Api Himal (7,132m/23,392ft)- Basecamp] Day 31 : Trek to Jungle camp Day 32 : Trek to Ghusa Day 33 : Trek to Lathinath Day 34 : Trek to Ghana Day 35 : Trek to Gokuleshwpr drive to Baitadi Day 36 : Drive to Dhangadi Day 37 : Fly back to Kathmandu Day 38 : Leisure Day at Kathmandu Day 39 : Departure

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,265ft)

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our company representative will meet and welcome you to Nepal and then you'll be transferred to your confirmed hotel. Once you finish the check-in procedure, you can rest & relax at the hotel. Later you will be accompained by the office staff for a short tour of Thamel to make you familiar with some good restaurants, ATMs, money changer and other necessary places you might need during your stay in Thamel.

Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu- UNESCO World Heritage Sites

After morning breakfast Wongchhu Peak Promotion will introduce you with your tour guide and he will pick you from respective hotel for an interesting tour of Swayambhunath Stupa located on a hill top, with fabulous views of Kathmandu city, green hills that surrounds the valley and of high snow capped mountains.

Swayambhunath one of the oldest historical sites listed in world heritage of more than 2,5000 years old Buddhistreligious complex with huge dome shape stupa with four mystical eyes of Buddha overlooking four directions North, South, East and West. After an impressive tour visiting the monastery and small chapels this place surrounded with green forest with many monkeys around and this place is also known as “Monkey Temple”.

Next nice tour leads towards east of Kathmandu city at Pashupatinath Temple area, tourist or non Hindu are not allowed inside the main temple, however one can overlook the temple from the bank of Bagmati river the holy and famous Shiva temple with golden pagoda tier roofs and four silver doors surrounded with lovely forest with many monkeys around. This place is flooded in the mid February on Shiva Ratri (birth anniversary of lord Shiva). Nearby on the opposite bank of the river funeral and cremation takes places for all Hindu religion.

Then after drive towards north east reaching at Bouddhanath Stupa also called as “Little Tibet” due to strong Tibetan influence in culture, traditions and Buddhist religion, Bouddhanath a huge dome with tow tier where one can walk up near the top with nice views of surrounding Bouddhanath area with shop, stores, restaurants and monasteries.

After a fascinating and lovely historical and cultural tour return back to respective hotels. Then take rest for a while and in evening you will meet with your trekking guide and representative from Wongchhu Peak Promotion (WPP) office for short briefing before your trip because you should know all the essential factors and places before going to the trek.

Finally, day ends with a Authentic Nepalese Dinner in Nepali Cultural Restaurant.

Day 3: Preparation Day

You will be briefed by the guides about the entire expedition. The guide will provide details of the food, lodging, equipment’s needed, checklist, clothing, to the dangers that might arise during the trek. This day is vital for the entire expedition to be successful. You will also be introduced to your team so that you can build a bond that needs to last for more than 45 days.

Day 4: Final preparation day

On this day you will check all the necessities that are required for the Mt. Api Himal Expedition. Your guide will help you in doing so. You need to take a good nights rest before you begin the journey.

Day 5: Fly to Dhangadi (109m/357ft)

1 hour 10 min flight. Over night in Hotel.