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Annapurna Millennium trek is also known as Mid-Hill ridgeline trek which lies on the south-east of Pokhara and north-east of Syangja Waling Bazaar. Millennium trek is one of the newly explored village trek and home-stay trekking trail in western part of Nepal. Millennium trek gives an opportunity to know the real Nepalese tradition, culture and way of life. Millennium adventure probes cover more than 30 classical villages and the views in the trekking are stunning.
Annapurna Millennium trek is sensibly planned for those people who want to know about Nepali culture and seeking the village tourism and home stay with local people without having to compromise on beautiful sceneries of picturesque and neat villages encircled with magnificent peaks. Millennium treking is one of the best routes to explore home stay experiences, mesmerizing sunrise and sunset view, cultural vividness of Gurungs and Magars, the impressive Millennium cave, Dhorbarahi Temple and wonderful underground water flow, temples, monasteries and historical castle.
During the trek we will stay in the local house having local foods and drinks with simple comfort. Visitors cannot select their household; we will fix your household upon arrival in the village, still you can take part in any household activities like cooking, weaving, farming, etc. You are definitely going to enjoy this trek with Nature Lovers Treks and Tours’ trekking team with great hospitality of Nepali villagers.
Annapurna Millennium Trek outline itinerary
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 km) 6 to 7 hours
Day 02: Drive from Pokhara to Dulegauda 22 km and trek to Rajasthal
Day 03: Trek from Rajasthal to Gharedi (980m)
Day 04: Trek from Gharedi to Pokharichhap (1440 m)
Day 05: Trek from Pokharichhap to Pelkachaur (1439 m)
Day 06: Trek from Pelkachaur to Majhkotsibalaya (1602 m)
Day 07: Trek from Majhkotsibalaya to Rambachha via Gahate Mankamana and drive to Pokhara
Day 08: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (7 hours) and transfer to Hotel
Kathmandu sightseeing: $80 per person (gets cheaper with bigger PAX)
Porter service: $20/day per porter
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 km) 7 to 8 hours, BL, Hotel
After breakfast, we will drive to the magnificent city Pokhara. On the way to the Pokhara we will be passing through beautiful villages and we can also get the glimpses of the wonderful Himalayas. The lunch will be provided on the way. After about 7-8 hours of drive, we arrive at the lovely lake city Pokhara. After reaching your hotel in Pokhara, you can take some time for refreshments and enjoy some well-deserved leisure time. You might want to relax and have a few drinks and take a walk to the wonderful lakeside.
Day 02: Drive from Pokhara to Dulegauda 22 km and trek to Rajasthal, BLD, Homestay
After breakfast we will have 22 km of drive from Pokhara towards Gachhepani via Dulegaunda. Gachhepani is situated at the Gandaki Zone of the western region in Nepal. It is about 621 meters above sea level. After reaching at Gachhepani, we will have nice lunch at one of the homestays and start our trek towards Rajasthal . At Rajasthal we observe the ruins of the palaces of early kingdoms in Nepal. Gachhepani also opens to the panoramic view of nearby villages Dulegaunda, Khairenitar and Bhimad. At evening, we enjoy the cultural show and the local cuisine. Overnight in Rajasthal homestay.
Day 03: Trek from Rajasthal to Gharedi (980m) 4 to 5 hours, BLD, Homestay
The day starts with an early morning hike to Kolmakot for a lovely Himalayan sunrise. After the beautiful sunrise view, we have our breakfast and continue our trek to Millennium cave. Millennium cave is a natural cave with unique underground water falls and historical forts. On the way break for lunch again and then continue our trek to Gharedi which lies in the Western part of Nepal. We will enjoy the sunset and spend our overnight in Gharedi.
Day 04: Trek from Gharedi to Pokharichhap (1440 m), BLD, Homestay
After having breakfast we will continue our trek towards Pokharichhap. Pokharichhap also is known as “Kolma” located in the western region 143 km away from Kathmandu. After walking a couple of hours, you will enjoy the beautiful natural scenario and views of snow-capped mountains we reach Pokharichhap. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by the local people according to their tradition. Enjoy the local cultural dance, local food and culture. Overnight, you will spend in Pokharichhap.
Day 05: Trek from Pokharichhap to Pelkachaur (1439 m), BLD, Homestay
After breakfast, we start our trek towards Pelkachaur passing through the green forests enriched with varieties of floras and faunas. Pelkachaur is a nice village where we can see the settlement of diverse ethnical groups like Brahmin, Chhetri, Magar, etc. You will have pleasant feeling after watching fabulous views of golden mountains during sunrise which glows reddish oranges during sunset. Overnight stay at Pelkachaur.
Day 06: Trek from Pelkachaur to Majhkotsibalaya (1602 m), BLD, Homestay
We begin our day with a lovely breakfast in the company of shining hills. After breakfast, we start our trek to Majhkotsibalaya. After a walk of about 5 hours, we reach Majhkot (Majhkotsibalaya). It is another beautiful village surrounded by hills all around where we get a chance to interact with the local people, their culture and lifestyle. Here you can see the local people very closely and can take a part in their daily activity like: cooking, washing, drinking, weaving, farming, cattle herding etc. In the evening, you will enjoy the local cultural music performance.
Day 07: Trek from Majhkotsibalaya to Rambachha via Gahate Mankamana and drive to Pokhara, BL, Hotel
On the very last day of our trek, we have our breakfast in Majhkotsibalaya and then descend down to Rambachha. After walking about 3 to 4 hours, crossing many beautiful villages we reach Rambachha where a private vehicle will be waiting for pickup. You will then be transferred to Pokhara. This way you will end your trek on the most beautiful part of the country with the beautiful memories and experiences.
Day 08: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (7 hours) and transfer to Hotel, BL.
After breakfast, we drive towards Kathmandu from Pokhara. Driving along the Trishuli River, we crosses countless hills adorned with several small hamlets, enjoying the stunning hilly landscapes and small houses on the way. After almost 6-7 hours drive, we reach Kathmandu in the evening.
Customized Trips and Trip departure
Annapurna Millennium Trekking departs from Kathmandu as per our fixed departure dates. You can join any available fixed departure groups if you are a solo or small group travelers if you wish to, when the trips cannot be customized.
But if you are in a private group, fixed departure dates are not suitable for you and so you need to choose your own dates and packages, when you can customize the trek as per your travel needs. For further information, please kindly contact your own friendly neighbor, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours.
Accommodations in Pokhara and during trek
You will be staying in a hotel in Pokhara while in the homestays during the trek.
If you wish to change the accommodation category to a better ones in Pokhara, please let us know and we can change it for you on added cost.
Route Map and Company T-shirt
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a complimentary trekking map and the company t-shirts.
Safe Drinking Water during Annapurna Millennium Trekking
Hydrating yourself is the most important thing to do during the trek. You should drink at least 3 liters of water every day or more. The main reason is to avoid the altitude sickness and to avoid other health issues. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours provides you water purification tablets or liquids to purify the water in the mountains. You can even buy mineral water or boiled water on extra cost.
Your trekking guides and porters
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best guides and porters in the whole tourism industry. We can guarantee you on that. Ask yourselves a question. What do you look for in a guide and a porter? Are they fully insured and are they paid well? Well, they are the staffs of Nature Lovers Treks and Tours so they are hundred percent happy with their treatment by the company. They are experienced, licensed and knowledgeable in the field. They are well paid and fully insured for their journey as well as for the medicals.
Now, let’s talk about our backbones. The leader or a guide should have a significant knowledge in the climbing and trekking so that he can wonderfully and safely lead you, clearing any obstacles on the way. We, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours can proudly say that our guides (climbing, assistant, trekking guide) are highly qualified for the role. They are fully trained, experienced and licensed. They have undergone through a whole lot of training to make themselves useful in various situations and to make your journey a smooth and pleasant one.
Our guide knows the local areas, the cultures, the traditions and the lifestyles much more than anyone do. Some of the things he tells you, might even be hard to find in the travel guide books. Depending upon the situations and weather conditions, the daily plans might change slightly which when happens, he will inform you beforehand. You should always be flexibly ready to accommodate to your guides’ instructions. Let him know if you have any health problems as well since he will act accordingly to the situation. Depending upon the group size, we will also provide you assistant guides and extra Sherpas if needed.
Our porters are always fully equipped with the gears they need and as per the company policy, they are always insured and completely looked after. They are our backbone. We allow maximum weight of 25/30 kg to be carried by one porter. They are the strongest in our group with less communication skills. We also closely work with IPPG {International Porter Protection Group} and follow their ethics and guidelines.
Your safety
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours puts your safety as the top priority. We provide you our own comprehensive first aid medical kit bag along with the professional team of guides and porters. We are always in communication with our field team members to keep track of your safety and concerns. Your entire journey will be monitored by us and we make sure you enjoy your journey in full scale. We are available 24/7 for your health and safety checks during Annapurna Millennium Trekking.
How much does the Annapurna Millennium Trekking cost?
The cost of the Annapurna Millennium Trekking varies depending upon the number of days you choose to trek. The longer the trek, more expensive it will become. Similarly, the price will differ with the accommodation choices and group sizes also. Normally, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers a comprehensive package which is inclusive of all the cost and expenses for the entire journey. However, you could also choose to buy only service-based package from us when we will be providing you only the supporting field staffs plus trekking permits and you have to arrange the rest by yourselves.
How is the Accommodation during the Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
In Annapurna Millennium trek, we will provide you the homestay accommodations. A homestay is typically a local house with addition of some extra beds and minor facilities to welcome the guest. Homestay is where you can stay and experience the local lifestyles and cultures. Most of the homestays have Asian style of toilets. Hot showers are available but on extra cost. Sleeping blankets are usually provided but we recommend you to carry your own sleeping bags for the hygienic purpose {can be arranged on request}. At the same time, it’s better to carry your own toiletries including the towels.
What are the permits that I need for Annapurna Millennium Trek?
For Annapurna Millennium Trek, you will need to make only one permit: TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System).
How does this tipping system in Nepal works and do I have to tip?
Tipping is not compulsory for Annapurna Millennium Trekking however tipping is all about showing your gratitude and appreciation. We care about our staffs in the fields so we expect you to look after them in return for them looking after you throughout your journey. They are your closest friend in the remotest parts and also your protector whenever anything seems to happen to you. So tipping is highly expected and we’ve made it mandatory too. The amount of gratuities can be determined by yourselves. Normally, a guide and also a porter expects around $10 or more per day.
Can I charge my phones, batteries or other electronic devices in Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
You can charge your electronic devices during Annapurna Millennium Trekking {with some exception days}. Don’t forget to buy a plug adapter or socket fittings before you leave Kathmandu.
Is there WiFi and mobile signal on the Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
Annapurna Millennium Trekking route has good mobile network coverage. And you can buy one of the NTC or Ncell Sim cards from any local phone shops in Kathmandu which has coverage in most parts of the country. It is wiser to buy a sim card with around 4 GB data in Kathmandu and use the mobile data in the trek whenever available.
WiFi is also available on some homestays in Annapurna Millennium Trekking route but if it does, you need to pay extra.
When is the best time to trek to Annapurna Millennium?
Annapurna Millennium Trekking can be done throughout the year. However in average, Spring {March, April and May} and Autumn {September, October and November} are the best times or seasons to trek to Annapurna Millennium. Spring and Autumn are known as the Peak season or Busy season in Nepal. It’s because the temperature is moderate during these seasons and the best panoramic mountain views are guaranteed while during other Summer {June, July and August} and Winter {December, January and February} season, the clear weather is not guaranteed. But if you are an explorer, a photographer and a peace lover, less busy season can also be the right time to do Annapurna Millennium Trekking.
Do I have to worry about the altitude sickness in Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
No. You don't have to worry about the altitude sickness at all in this trek.
Do I need to be healthy and physically fit for Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
When it comes to trekking in the mountains, health and fitness of a person plays a vital role. If you are a healthy person without any serious medical problems, Annapurna Millennium Trekking is for you but if you have any sorts of medical issues, please consult to your doctor before coming to Nepal for the trek.
Now when it comes to the fitness level required, Annapurna Millennium Trekking demands moderate physical fitness. The trekking includes daily walks of about 4-8 hours and involves many ascents and descents which means you need at least some practices before you start the trekking journey. If you do not have the previous trekking experience, that’s fine but obviously if you have previous experiences, it will be lot easier. For those not having previous trekking experiences, please exercise regularly for at least few weeks prior to your trekking departure. Go for the morning walks, do some jogging as you get time, participate in some cycling activities, etc. This way, you will be good to go for trekking to Annapurna Millennium.
What kind of food items or meals can I eat on Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
Only breakfast is included in Pokhara while full board meals or full meals are included during the trek. Tea and coffee will also be provided during the entire trip. During the trek, you will have your breakfast and dinner in the same homestays where you spend the night while the lunch will be served en route towards the next destination of the day. Freshly cooked meals will be served in most of the days and usually the foods are basic and with few choices but they will certainly be healthy and nutritious.
Do I need a travel insurance for Annapurna Millennium Trekking?
It is better to have a travel insurance to cover your losses occurred in rare case of urgent medical issues or in theft or stolen cases.
What gears and equipment do I need to pack for Annapurna Millennium Trekking?Choosing the right gear and equipment is important as well for the successful trek to Annapurna region. Pack the right gears and equipment but remember, packing as light as possible is the best way to go when trekking to Annapurna Millennium trip. You should read this What to take for travel to get all the details on what you need to pack or carry.
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