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Trekking in Nepal during Christmas and New Year is a fantastic way to celebrate the holiday because it offers the breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and a chance to experience the rich Nepalese culture.
We offer the Christmas and New Year Trek in Nepal during the important events of Christmas and New Year for your important holiday. Christmas also called x-mas or merry Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Lord Jesus and the new year marks the beginning of a year. Christmas falls on 25th December and the new year begins on 1st January. Although Nepal follows its own Bikram Sambat (B.C) calendar which is 57 years ahead of the Gregorian calendar (A.D), Christmas and English new year are also among the popular festivals in Nepal because a large number of Christians live here and there is a practice of religious tolerance since a long ago.
In the Nepali calendar, Christmas and new year fall on Poush month, which is the 9th month of the year. Christmas is the official holiday in Nepal. In Nepal, not only the local Christian community and the tourists but also other Nepalese celebrate Christmas because there is a large practice of religious harmony.
Trekking in Nepal around Christmas and new-year is truly unique and unforgettable with a new amazing experience because there is a Nepali style of celebrating those festivals and the mountains look their most picturesque when they are blanketed in snow. Traveling to Nepal during Christmas is a short, romantic, and exciting holiday that mainly occurs from the 23rd of December to the 4th of January which is flexible.
People in Nepal celebrate Christmas by playing with Christmas trees in their homes, restaurants, and even public areas, exchanging gifts, attending church services on Christmas night and Christmas Day, dressing up as Santa Claus, holding concerts, and a host of other activities. Christmas celebrations are widely observed in Kathmandu and Pokhara, two of Nepal's largest towns, where a variety of musical performances are held, deals are offered at eateries and shopping centers, and new cuisine varieties are sampled, among other activities.
Trekking in Nepal during Christmas and the new year is another fascinating way of celebrating the festivals because it coincides with the snowiest and most enticing time of year for the Himalayas. One week of hiking to the Himalayan region after a heritage tour and sampling the Christmas flavor in Kathmandu and Pokhara city is the way to make your Christmas more special and unique than ever. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, Everest View Trek, and Langtang Valley Trek are the particular trekking routes for Christmas and new year. We strongly recommend the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek at this time.
Nothing could be more remarkable than Christmas eve after the Kathmandu city tour and heading to Poon hill through Pokhara city for the wonderful sunrise views of the majestic mountains including Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and Mt. Annapurna ‘I’ (8091 m.
Highlights of New Year and Christmas Festival in Nepal
Not only Christians but also Hindus and Buddhists celebrate Christmas in Nepal which is a unique aspect. You’ll have a chance to discover world heritage sites in Kathmandu, the lovely city of seven lakes with the abundance of beauty of nature, and hiking the short trek in the Annapurna region with attractive landscape, panoramic mountain vista, and spectacular sunrise views, and the Gurung and Magar ethnic group’s culture and lifestyle. There are significant discounts offered in restaurants and shopping malls. The activities of people in Kathmandu and Pokhara are lovely.
Christmas and new-year are therefore a new fantasy in Nepal, where you may experience a distinctive way of celebrating with some exquisite Nepali cuisines, alluring snow-capped mountains, and catchy activities in the major cities where people practice religious harmony.
Hence, your trekking in Nepal is led by our professional and experienced trekking guide who are joining you from airport to airport to make a memorable trip, our strong porter will carry 2 trekkers’ bags (maximum 30 kg).
If you’re looking for an amazing trekking experience then trekking with high pass adventure is the way to go. We provide a lot of differences in terms of quality, convenience, friendship, and above all the safety and security of our customers. Our extensive experience and genuine dedication to the trekking industry ensure that your holiday is well-planned and executed to make the most magnificent journey of your life. We also offer a flexible itinerary and a perfect blend of quality hotels, small group size trips, family tours, solo trekking, honeymoon trip, and group trekking. In addition, our guides are knowledgeable about the first aid kits and we recruit strong and liable porters to carry the luggage.
Please be responsive in taking a smaller aircraft for the flight to the highlands. Sometimes, the weather could be bad and crucial resulting in delaying the flights to and from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu. Himalayan and Hilly Region weather can be changeable. But, we will try to make the best itinerary days possible. In case of flight delay and cancellation, you’ll need an extra few days before and after the trekking days from the itinerary. Because our trekking staffs are experienced and professional in trekking as well as problem-solving so there are fewer chances of miss handling the situation.
High Pass Adventure Pvt.Ltd. welcomes you to in Nepal, One of the company staff will be waiting outside the baggage hall of the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu. You have to look for the person carrying on A4 size paper with your and company name. This person will take to you hotel in Kathmandu from the airport. Check into hotel, rest and fresh up and ready for the meeting to your programs in our trekking office.
You will enjoy your breakfast in the hotel and get ready for the Kathmandu valley tour with experience tour guide. Our tour is of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley. You will be visiting Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pasupatinath and Boudhanath, which are best and popular place 4 out of 7 UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu Valley. You will be visiting by comfortable privet vehicles before walk tour of these sites. There are interesting tour for full of fascinating insights in to Buddhism, Hinduism, ancient art and historical architecture, lifestyle, cultural of people of Kathmandu Valley. After this tour you will come to office and finalize your trekking clothing and gear.
Have to leave early in the morning after breakfast from Kathmandu hotel and road heading along river valleys, few town, terraced fields and green hilly scenery to Pokhara. You will take a rest in Pokhara hotel for next trekking day.
Drive to Nayapul from Pokhara and trek to Hille (1,500 m) 2 hours drive and 3 hours walk. Overnight at tea-house
This trip starts from Pokhara after breakfast and take private car/jeep/ bus to Nayapul. It is about 2-hours drive throughout the beautiful hills side. Nayapul is starting point to journey and trekking trail follow the Modi River valley to Birethanti. Birethati is entry point of Annapurna Conservation Area and you have to check yours trekking permits in Birethanti Check post. After that trekking trail heading left up to Hile throughout beautiful terrace rice field and local houses. There are plenty of local restaurants to stop for tea/coffee, Lunch, and Snacks along the trekking trail.
Today is a comparatively difficult day than first day Trek. Because, this day have to walk about 6 hours continue ascending to Ghorepani. Trek to Ghorepani from Hile is quite challenging for first time trekkers but trekkers can enjoy with hill and Mountain View and walking through Magar Village and Green forest. There are also plenty of local restaurants to stop for tea/coffee, Lunch, and Snacks along the trekking trail. But we are suggested to you, you have to take minimum 2 liter water with you for enough drink water because you will get sweat during the walking ascent.
Hike up to Poon Hill for sunrise view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain and trek to Tadapani (2630 M), total 6/7 hours walk. Overnight at tea-house
Today is the mission day of the trek, so all trekkers will have early weak up and walk to Poon Hill (3210 m) for sunrise view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain ranges. There is Approx. 1.30 hour hiking trail and Distance is approx. 2 km. After incredible time at Poon Hill, recently back to Ghorepani for Breakfast and trekking trail in heading to Tadapani through rhododendron forests. Some time can able to see some wild animals, such as langur monkeys climbing through the trees and deers. There are excellent views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhare from Tadapani.
That day is short trekking day of the whole trek so you will have late breakfast with Annapurna South and Machhapuchre mountain views and Trek to Ghandruk (1970m). You will arrive quite early so we have a good time to explore this interesting Gurung village.
Trekking to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara , 4 hours walk and 2 hours drive. Overnight at tea-house
That day is end of the trekking day so you will enjoy a final downhill walk through forests, beautiful terrace farm land and villages for about 4 hours to Nayapul. From there you will catch the vehicle transfer to Pokhara. Pokhara is beautiful city where this trek ends and you can enjoy a shower good food and relax on this stunning touristic city.
We have to leave early in the morning after breakfast from Pokhara hotel and road heading along river valleys, few towns, terraced fields and green hilly scenery to Kathmandu. You will take a rest in Kathmandu hotel or souvenir sopping.
This is your last day of your trip in Nepal. One of our High Pass Adventure staff will take to you Kathmandu international Airport for your flight departure time. If you are looking to your extra trip in Nepal, High Pass Adventure help to you for your next trip and adventure activities in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India.
High Pass Adventure have working best guide and porter for the trekking. We are providing an excellence service to our customer. All our costs are net and very clear on cost include-excludes. We have paid best salary to Trekking, Tour guide and porter which is more than government fixed amount. Our entire customers are satisfied from our service. For the more details please feel free to contact us.
Annapurna Conservation Area project (ACAP) is largest conservation area of Nepal and located in north center in Nepal. It has 7629 square Km and established in 2049 B.S. (1992 A.D.). It is bounded by the mustang in the north, Kali Gandaki River in the west, Marsyandi valley in the east and Pokhara valley is the south border.
This project was initiated by National Trust for Nature Conservation (the king Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation) a non- government organization and donate by many international trusts. Nowadays, this project conserved by National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) and local people community from local area. The head quarter of this ACAP is Ghandruk.
If you are wondering to get Ghorepani Poon Hill from Kathmandu, here is little information about to reach there. There are many different starting and ending point of the trek as well as the trekking Itineraries are always flexible. So it may take a little more or less than that. The regular starting and ending point is Nayapul after get Pokhara and circle the Ghorepani through Ghandruk Village. Pokhara is one of the best and popular touristic cities in Nepal. There is easily accessible from Kathmandu by air or land. It is west part and 200 km far from Kathmandu. Pokhara is gate way to the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and it takes approximately 6-7 days to complete the journey.
Normally, you will take a private vehicle along the Pokhara-Baglung road for one and half hours at Nayapul from Pokhara. From there, you will trek to Ulleri, which is the best place for accommodation and spend the first night of the trek. After that, next day you will reach out the Ghorepani through the green forest of Rhododendron a, pine, oak bamboo etc. next morning you will hike up to Poon Hill (3210 m) for sunrise view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain ranges. There is Approx. 1.30 hour hiking trail and Distance is approx. 2 km. After incredible time at Poon Hill, recently back to Ghorepani for Breakfast and you will head to your next journey.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek situated in Annapurna Conversation Area, so you need to buy entrance fee of ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) permits and TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) card. Both of these permits are compulsory for your trek to Annapurna Region except Nar Phu Valley Trek and Upper Mustang Trek. Those two permits can buy ether from registered trekking company or Tourism Board (Bhrikuti Mandap). Those two permits, you have to take yourself during the whole trek and have to show on the every check post along the Ghorepani PoonHill Trek. If you are going there without these 2 permits, you have to buy from there with double charge (penalty) or you may have turn back.
It Cost US$ 20 per person/ per Trek
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permits
It cost US$ 30 only per person/ per trek
Our government has instilling these two permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Annapurna Region is second popular trekking destination in Nepal next to Everest Region. There are many trekking routes and Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is best one of them. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is short and popular route in the region. This trekking trail is well managed and management by the Annapurna Conservation Area project and local community.
There are lots of accommodations and restaurants along the trekking trail because every year increasing new house and add the room for trekkers. So, you can have easy to finding comfortable accommodation in the Annapurna region. Almost all tea-houses are tried to give you best service for all traveler. Normally, lodges have private rooms (2 beds in one room) for customers with sharing indoor bathroom but if you need luxury lodge, they have luxury facilities and some places have limit lodges. Every different place has different quality of the lodges so, you can choose best on your budget.
Every lodge have food menu and foods items are almost same. We strongly recommended typical Nepali dish “Dal-Bhat” (boiled rice, vegetable, lentil soup) but if you like, you can choose others food from food menu. Most of the lodges produced fresh Vegetables on their garden and serve to costumer. Basically, the cooks are trained but food taste might be bit different than western. Meat is not fresh in the mountain area so you have tried to be vegetarian during the Ghorepani Poonhill trek.
You can buy all types of drink in every lodge but the prices goes high as you go higher. You can drink normal water with using a purification tablets. Avoid the alcoholic drinks when you go higher.
There are two main trekking season for Trekking in Nepal. Autumn trekking season (September to December) and spring trekking season (March to May) are the best trekking seasons. Even though, beginning of September to end of May are the very good times for the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek. The weather is perfect sunny and warm with wonderful mountains views clean air and not rain and snow compare with other trekking season.
If you want and wish to avoid crowds and enjoy some alone time with nature and culture, you can do this trip during the winter (January and February) also could be an option. The temperature during winter could be little bit cold for most trekkers but the visibility is not bad. In the summer season (June to August) is raining but best time for nature lovers. That is why; you can choose your best season for Ghorepani Poonhill Trek depends on your Vacations.
Hence, Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is possible to do throughout the whole year.
This Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Difficulty is easy to moderate level trek. The walking distances are short and easy through the farmland, local village and green rain forest. High altitude is not increase very quickly. Poonhill (3210 m) is highest point of the Trek. The trekking trail is narrow and steep slopes are bit difficulties to go before and after Ghorepani. There is not a high risk of altitude sickness and you only make a better to be strong mind. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is physically possible for all levels of traveler but short hiking training is the best option and beneficial for all trekkers before trek in Nepal. If you will do this trek on the peak season, you have to book a place for accommodation because there are not enough accommodations. If you want to do this trek on winter, you need to prepare warm clothes because weather can be extreme cold and bad. During the monsoon season, this Trekking trail is not easy because the trails is inside the rain forest and can get slippery and tough.
Annapurna region is popular trekking destination In Nepal. There are good mobile network services and internet services in the whole Annapurna region trekking area but not few places such as Nar Phu Valley, Tilicho Lake and Saribung Pass trekking. The internet service will be available whole Region but tea-houses and lodges provide internet with some extra charge. If you have not Nepali SIM card for communication with your family and not use the internet service, our guide help to you for pass the massage because always our guide have cellular phone and he contact to Kathmandu trekking office about to know the trek and your health condition as well as we help any kinds of problem during the trek.
Hence, travelling is important things in life so we make sure you about safe and healthy during the trekking in Nepal. Nowadays, you can get the local SIM card in Kathmandu airport after arrival to use the 3g and 4g internet service because most of the trekking routes in Nepal have Mobile Network service. If you need Nepali SIM, we can provide to you for your trekking but you have to tell us before leave the trekking.
High altitude sickness is common problem in the high Himalayan area when you go as higher elevation. It is appears very quickly but symptoms are preventable. If you have previous high altitude trekking experience, it might be best but if not trek in above three thousand meters high you need to prevention of the high altitude sickness. You need a extra suitable acclimatization days to complete the trip and Walk slowly, drink plenty of water, don’t drink alcohol, go higher and sleep low elevation as well as spend 2 nights on every 500 meters above than 3500 meters heights are prevent the altitude sickness during the trekking in Nepal. All our trekking itineraries are flexible with acclimatization days and first priority for your health and safety to complete the trek without any problem. We provide you basic medicine to support for emergency rescue, if situation gets worse.
Hence, every day you have inform to your Guide or Leader about your health condition and he will response to decide whether and your overall health condition to continue the trip or return back.
The Guide, porter, driver and all workers who are working in tourism filed, they except some tips during your Tour Trekking and others activities in Nepal. Tipping is judgment of workers from travelers and workers offers the tips end of the trek. Travelers tips 10% of their payable amount but you can give to them depend on their services.
Hence, it is important to High Pass Adventure working team who take care to you all the time during the visiting in Nepal, motivated with outstanding service and offer inspiring trip in a lifetime experience.
If you have extra time after complete the trek, you can do different activities or different short trek in Nepal. We have many short tour packages and adventure activities such as Chitwan National park and Bardiya National Park for Jungle safari tours. You can visit Pokhara city, Nagarkot Hiking, Dhampus hiking or day Rafting tripin Trisuli River.
Adventure activities are like paragliding, canoeing, Ultra light flight, Bungee Jump and Mountain Biking. These all package are extra activities as optional tours and not included in your package cost. If you will do these activities after the trip with us, we arrange at a reasonable cost and we give to you good discount.
Travel equipment are necessary to pack before you travel. We hope it is too much to carry from your home to others country but some are the necessary equipment can be hired or buy in Kathmandu around Thamel. These general equipment are for all seasons while on trekking in Nepal, but may be different as per the different season and duration of trekking routes on your chosen trip.
Please make sure that you have non-cotton clothing for trekking.
Between China's Tibet Autonomous Region and India, Nepal is a landlocked Himalayan nation. It has eight of the top ten mountains in the world, including Mount Everest. There are numerous points from China and India where one can enter Nepal by land. Tourist visas for Nepal are available on arrival at all Indian and Chinese borders if you are traveling there by land. There are numerous foreign airlines providing non-stop connecting flights to Nepal if you're arriving by air. Nepal Airlines, Turkish Air, Thai Airways, Gulf Air, Qatar Air, Jet Airways, Air India, Biman Bangladesh, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Travel Dubai, Air Arabia, and Air China are a few of the well-known airlines that fly to Nepal. From China or India, one can also go overland. Please check your flight and get in touch with us before arriving in Nepal. At the airport in Nepal, you can easily obtain an on-arrival visa.
Except for Indian passport holders, all foreign visitors to Nepal need a visa; however, you must have a passport with a six-month validity date in order to apply for a tourist visa. At the Tribhuvan International Airport and the Chinese-Indian border in Tibet, visas are available on arrival. To apply for a visa to enter Nepal, you must have a color photograph in PP size. Please click this link for more details about Visa Information.
If you're seeking the best foreign exchange rates and locations in Nepal, you may easily exchange the majority of your foreign currency at a local bank or authorized money exchange facility in a well-known tourist destination. The Nepal Rastra Bank controls all exchange rates (Center Bank of Nepal). You can exchange small amounts of money at the hotel if you want to. Because our banks will not take dirty or old notes, kindly bring clean and fresh notes.
In order to avoid the time-consuming processes associated with cards and traveler's checks, Nepalese people typically prefer cash in hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, and other locations. You can use an ATM to get cash (in Nepali Rupees) if you have a credit or debit card. In the main tourist city, there are a number of ATM counters with 24-hour service. If you use a card, the maximum withdrawal amount is between 30,000 and 35,000 rupees at once, plus a processing fee of 500 rupees.
You must convert your money in Kathmandu or Pokhara before the hike because the majority of trekking routes do not offer a facility for international currency exchange. Additionally, inquire about the amount of money required for a Himalayan trek from your trekking operator or guide.
When traveling in Nepal, safety and security are crucial issues to consider both on the way in and out. We are here for you at all times, and we promise to provide the greatest service to all of our cherished clients. Our guides have extensive training in the field of trekking and a broad understanding of first aid items. Because it rises more than 4000 m above sea level, it is essential for hiking in Nepal. Because health is crucial, if a trekker becomes ill from the high altitude, our knowledgeable guide discusses the necessary medications and decides to continue the trek while organizing the emergency rescue.
You must be cautious when hiking trails pass one another because they are not wide enough to do so. During the busiest trekking season, there are lots of porters, yaks, mules, and Jokpe along the trail. You must stay on the safe side if you encounter them on a bridge or in a confined space because otherwise, they may force you over the edge.
For a healthy body, while traveling and staying hydrated, clean water is essential. It will be the most effective method of completing the Himalayan journey. If not, getting sick and having diarrhea is simple. Almost everywhere during the Nepalese tea house trip, but not during the camping trek, sells bottled water. Unfortunately, bottled water is very pricey.
Please bring good water bottles (for boiling water) and water purification tablets or water filter bottles since plastic bottles are detrimental for the environment. Reusable water bottles are a good idea because they help keep the mountain clean. If you are concerned about finding a typical water tap to fill up your bottles in the trekking region of Nepal, they are very simple to locate. It can be found in rivers, streams, and lodges.
Nepal hiking tours: The difficulty levels of the Himalayas range from easy to tough. As a result of the Himalayan climate changing, there is a risk of high altitude and potential mishaps.
Trekking in the Nepalese Himalayas demands practical trekking abilities at high altitudes (above 4,000 meters), so travel insurance is essential. If an accident occurs during a trip and requires medical attention or evacuation, the cost of returning to a city and receiving treatment may be high. Therefore, you must ensure that your insurance covers the price of an air ambulance, medical care, and any risks associated with travel, such as delayed flights and lost, stolen, damaged, or missing baggage. You are complete itinerary while visiting Nepal should be covered by your insurance policy. Make sure your insurance policy covers hikes higher than 5,500 meters. If not, you will be responsible for all unforeseen costs associated with your trek through Nepal.
All trekkers must send a copy of their certificate from their comprehensive travel insurance policy to High Pass Adventure as part of the booking process for trekking and climbing in Nepal.
Mountain sickness is another name for high-altitude sickness. You must be aware of high altitude sickness symptoms since they arise rapidly if you hike or ascend to a higher elevation. Here are some details if you're curious as to why it occurs. Air pressure is the main cause of altitude sickness. Your body needs time to adapt to the shift in air pressure when you travel to higher elevations since the air pressure decreases and there is less oxygen present. According to doctors, If you are at sea level, it begins at 8,000 feet (2400 meters).
1) Types
There are three types of altitude sickness:
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS): it is very common and symptoms feel like tiredness, dizziness, headache, thirst, muscle aches, nausea
High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE): it is an effect in the lungs, which can be very dangerous and hard to do life-threatening
High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE): it is effective in the brain and most difficult to treat and you need to go to the hospital for attention the right way.
2) Cause
The following are the causes of high altitude sickness:
Generally living near sea level and traveling to a high elevation
Had the sickness before
Climbing quickly
Not being acclimatized to the altitude
Drinking alcohol when you ascend
Medical problems of heart, nervous, or lungs
3) Symptoms
These symptoms will appear depending on your speed to climb and how hard you push. Symptoms range from normal to serious. They can affect the nervous system, lungs, muscles, and heart.
Here are the symptoms of High Altitude Sickness:
Difficulty sleeping
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Loss of appetite
Nausea or vomiting
Rapid Pulse (Heart Rate)
Short breath with action
The blue color of skin or gray soft skin
Chest tightness or blocking
Confusion
Dry cough or coughing with blood
Cannot walk in a straight line
4) Prevention
Important keys to preventing High Altitude Sickness are:
Climb the mountain gradually.
Stop every 2,000 feet (600 meters) of the climb above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) and one or two nights' sleep there.
Sleep at a lower altitude when possible.
Make sure that you have the ability to quickly descend if needed.
Learn how to recognize early symptoms of mountain sickness.
If you plan on climbing quickly or climbing to a high altitude, ask your provider about medicines that may help.
If you are at risk for a low red blood cell count (anemia), ask your provider if your planned trip is safe. Also, ask if an iron supplement is right for you. Anemia lowers the amount of oxygen in your blood. This makes you more likely to have mountain sickness.
5) While climbing, you should follow these rules:
Drink plenty of water
Climb slowly.
Take it easy
Do not drink alcohol.
Eat regular meals that are high in carbohydrates.
Sleep lower elevation
Take a medication (daio-max) according to the doctor
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