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Annapurna Siklis Trek

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Annapurna Siklis Trek

Overview

Trip Facts

  • Trip Duration8
  • Max Elevation4,015 m
  • Best MonthSep - Nov & Mar - May
  • Walking hours Per Day5 - 8 Hours
  • Trip GradeEasy to Moderate
  • MealsBLD
  • AccommodationHotel/Lodge
  • Group Size1+
  • DestinationAnnapurna Region

To explore natural beauty and cultural richness within a limited time frame and budget without any challenge, the Annapurna Siklis Village Trek is a fantastic choice for people of all age trekkers.

Benefits of Booking Annapurna Siklis Village Trek with HPA

  • Quick response to all inquiries by email, WhatsApp, and Messenger
  • Provides clear details of the trekking package, including transparent cost breakdowns
  • Offer tailored itineraries based on client preferences and fitness levels with comprehensive package services.
  • High Pass Adventure prioritizes safety with well-trained guides, first aid kits, and emergency evacuation plans. 
  • Flexible and easy booking, reservation, and payment system
  • To meet all customers at Kathmandu International Airport for pickup and drop-off services
  • First aid medical kit and oxy-meter for checking pulse, heart rate, and oxygen saturation at higher altitudes during the trek, which may be necessary in certain cases
  • Regular health checks and acclimatization schedules minimize the risk of altitude sickness.
  • Easily arranges all logistics to ensure a hassle-free experience in Nepal for all clients
  • Complimentary extra luggage storage service provides throughout the trek
  • Arrangements of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking pole (if you don't have your own)
  • Company T-shirt and warm hat as souvenirs for trekking, along with a tour certificate upon completing the trip

Trip Overview

Siklis Trek is the best destination for all trekkers of all ages and fitness levels, located at the north east part from Pokhara valley and corner of Annapurna Conservation Area in Annapurna region of Nepal. Siklis is the name of the village and area, offering a surprising natural beauty and local cultural experience.

The Siklis Trek is an easy to moderate trek but it involves ascending and descending through hilly terrain and some steep sections.  It usually takes around 7 to 10 days to complete the journey. This trekking trail traverses through charming local villages, green forest of Rhododendron and pine and rivers.

Tara Hill and Siklis village are the main highlights of the trekking. Tara hill offers panoramic views of the Annapurna mountain range and explores the plentiful flora and fauna. Siklis village describes their culture and religions.  The houses are not modern for its sustaining rural stylishness and becoming familiar with Gurung villages. The Siklis Villages offer the home stay accommodations and provide essential facilities and a chance to experience local hospitality. 

Trip Highlights 

  • Close destinations from the Pokhara City
  • Traverse through lush forests, terraced fields, and charming villages
  • Attractive Views of Annapurna Mountain ranges
  • Interact with the Gurung and Magar communities, experiencing their unique culture, traditions, and hospitality
  • Chance to see several beautiful remote villages including Siklis
  • Witness traditional farming practices and rural life
  • Spot various species of birds, animals, and plants along the way

Trekking Route Information

This siklis trek is start from Bijayapur River after short drive from Pokhara and ends on Hyanga. Your trekking trail climbs up from city to Kalikasthan towards the beautiful rice fields of Rakhi village. From the Kalikasthan you will see the beautiful view of Pokhara Valley, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Dhaulagiri and Beautiful Begnas lake. Siklis village is old and big Gurung Village in this trekking route. Most of the peoples are involve in agriculture and animals farm. Some of other people are joined and worked in India and British army.

There is one popular viewpoint (Tara Hill) above the siklis village of wonderful panoramic view to Annapurna, Manaslu and other snow peak mountain. After that you will come back to Ghale gaun Thanchok and Hyange through beautiful Magar and Chetri Village. You will arrive Pokhara after short drive from Hyange and end your journey of Siklis Trek. If you have extra day in Pokhara, we can arrange other adventure activities.

Important Note for the trip:

  • During your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu, we provide you with a free T-shirt and a warm cap (beanie), as well as a refundable duffel bag for packing your trekking gear.
  • We assign one porter for every two trekkers, so the duffel bag should weigh around 10 to 12 kg, which is carried by the porter throughout the trek. Additionally, we can arrange other working team members according to your requirements.
  • You must have your own special daypack with a waterproof cover for carrying your daily necessities things like cash, necessary papers, a water bottle or bladder, sunglass, mobile phone, power bank, a camera, toiletries, sunscreen, lip guard, a notebook, light clothing, etc. 
  • The guide will check your trekking gear and give you suggestions on what to pack and what not to pack. Any unnecessary items (non-trekking items) can be stored at the hotel or our office in Kathmandu.
  • A down jacket and a sleeping bag are required for trekking in the Nepal Himalayas. The sleeping bag should be rated for temperatures between -10 to 20 degrees Celsius, depending on the trekking route. If you don't have either of these items, you can rent them in Kathmandu for USD 2 per day. Please note that in case of loss or damage, you will be required to pay the cost of USD 100 per item.
  • Every day, the guide will brief you about the walk, nature, food, accommodation, culture, and other aspects of the trek. It's important to listen to and follow the local rules and guidelines provided by the guide.
     

Itinerary Expand All Close All

Welcome to Nepal! A member of the High Pass Adventure crew will be waiting for you outside the baggage claim area of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu. He will be holding an A4-sized paper with your name and our company's name on it. Please look for him as he will also be looking for you. From the airport, he will transport you to your accommodation by private vehicle in Thamel, Kathmandu, or your hotel elsewhere. You will check into the hotel, take a nap, freshen up, and get ready for an appointment with our trekking office to discuss your programs.

Food
Welcome Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350 m.

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel before getting ready for a sightseeing trip around the Kathmandu Valley with an experienced tour guide. We will be visiting the Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath. For this tour, you will be traveling in a luxurious, personal vehicle. These fascinating tours offer unique insights into Buddhism, Hinduism, ancient art, historical architecture, and the culture and way of life of the people in the Kathmandu Valley. After the tour, you will return to the office to confirm your hiking attire and equipment.

Food
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350 m.

After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel in Kathmandu. The guide will come to pick you up and take you to the bus station, which is a 10 to 15-minute drive from the hotel. The bus to Pokhara leaves at 7 am every morning. The bus journey to Pokhara takes you through river valleys, small towns, and terraced fields and you might encounter some bumpy and dusty sections. The trip takes 6 to 8 hours. If you want to save time, there is a flight available from Kathmandu to Pokhara, which takes just 35 minutes, followed by a 30-minute drive to the hotel from Pokhara airport.

Food
Breakfast / Lunch /Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel
Elevation
850 m.

The trekking starting point is Kalikasthan, a small village known for its panoramic mountain views and the Begnas Lake. To reach Kalikasthan, you will need to drive from Pokhara through Bijayapur Khola (Bijayapur Army Camp) and beautiful local villages with wonderful natural scenery. This drive takes 2 to 3 hours. Some people often start walking from Bijayapur Khola to Kalikasthan (1,370m / 4,494 ft). The trail heads up through rice fields near the Army Camp and then ascends through Rakhigaon to a Chautara, a resting place under a large pipal tree. From there, it climbs gently up along the ridge through Brahmin and Chhetri villages.

Food
BLD
Accommodation
Tea-house
Elevation
1370 m.

Trek from Kalikasthan to Lama Chaur, which takes about 6 hours. We begin by following a gentle path that passes through local villages of mixed ethnic groups and rice terraces up to Madi Khola, heading to further destinations. The trek becomes easier as we walk along the riverbank through Bhaise and Nawaldanda to reach Lama Chaur. Lama Khet is a small village where we will stay overnight. This place is surrounded by green hills, making it an exhilarating spot for trekkers.

Food
BLD
Accommodation
Tea-house
Elevation
1680 m.

This day we trek from Lama Khet to Siklis, which takes about 6 to 7 hours. The trail starts at a flat level along the riverbank until we reach Khilan Gaon. After this, the trail follows a gentle incline