Siklis Trek

Siklis Trek has been specially designed to offer you the opportunity of exploring the famous Annapurna Region’s dramatic mountain views on a route that is not frequented by hordes of tourists. It is also a low-altitude trek that is suitable for anyone who is reasonably fit. 

The village of Siklis lies in an eastern corner of the Annapurna Conservation Area and is home to Gurungs; originally herders from western Tibet and now involved in agriculture; growing rice, corn and millet on irrigated terraces. The wealth of these prosperous and friendly people is partially a result of the employment of many of their men in the Gurkha regiments in India. Gurungs have their own language and are very musical. Although essentially Buddhist, some are now Hindu – but often observe all festivals. 

Our Annapurna Siklis Trek route will take you through dense forests that host a wide variety of birds while the open ridges give close-up views of the Annapurna range; including such peaks as Lamjung Himal (6983m) to the east, Annapurna II (7937m), IV (7525m), the sacred peak of Machhapuchhare (6997m) and further west, Dhaulagiri (8167m).

Villages offer simple, clean accommodation and a warm welcome. Local food is tasty and freshly prepared with a variety of dishes on offer. A full day in Siklis allows for ample opportunity to explore the region and begin to get to know its friendly and hospital people.

The Siklis trekking begins and ends in the lake city of Pokhara in central Nepal: which is reached from Kathmandu by either a 25m flight along the Himalayas or a 6-7 hrs “exhilarating” bus drive through scenic middle-hill forest and agricultural scenery. A short drive from Pokhara leads to the start of the trek.

While spring (September, October) and autumn (April, May) are the best trekking months, we offer this trek throughout the year.

All you need is a good pair of boots, a day pack, warm clothing, sun screen and camera. Our Annapurna Siklis trek includes transport, accommodation, meals and drinking water with porters to carry your luggage. 

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (9,10m/2,986ft), 5-6 hrs drive

Day 04: Drive to Hemja Besi (Milanchowk) – Trek to Khairpani (1,530 m/5,100ft) 20 min. drive, 5-6 hrs trek

Day 05: Khairpani – Ghale Kharka (2,713 m/9,000ft) 5-6 hrs trek

Day 06: Ghale Kharka – Nyauli Kharka (1,650 m/5,424 ft) 5-6 hrs trek.

Day 07: Nyauli Kharka – Siklis (1,980 m/6,600ft) 5 -6 hrs trek

Day 08: Excursion day in Siklis.

Day 09: Siklis – Lamakhet (1,450 m/4,800ft) 5-6 hrs trek

Day 10: Lamakhet -  Kalikasthan (1,090 m/3,600ft) 5-6 hrs trek

Day 11: Kalikasthan – Begnas Lake and drive to Pokhara (910 m/2,986ft) 2hrs trek and one hour drive

Day 12: Pokhara – Kathmandu 5-6 hrs drive

Day 13: Final departure

Transfer to international airport and fly to onward destination.

              "OR"

Extend your holiday with a visit to Chitwan National Park – on an elephant, or a tour of Tibet or Bhutan.    

Cost Inclusive:

• All airport/Hotel transfers
• 2 star Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights on BB Plan
• City tour by private car
• Welcome and farewell dinner
• Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
• Hot drinks (Tea & Coffee)
• Safe Drinking water
• 2 star Hotel in Pokhara for 2 nights on BB plan
• All mountain accommodation
• Domestic flight (Kathmandu/ Pokhara / Kathmandu) or tourist bus on choice
• An experienced English-speaking trek leader (Govt. registered trekking guide), assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Guide & porter salary, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging
• All necessary paper work and permits (Annapurna Conservation  permit, TIMS )
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All government and local taxes
• Trekking equipment such as four season down jacket, sleeping bag, trekking boots, rain coat, walking stick and many more as per necessity

Cost Exclusive:

• Bottle drinks
• Monument fees
• Personal expenses
• Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• Travel insurance & evacuation

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Meet MMT (Mountain Mart Treks) airport representative at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your choice of Hotel /Resort /Guest house. Free afternoon. Involve, Welcome dinner held by MMT management, introduce guide, trip briefing and check trip necessities.

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)

After breakfast, the day will start with our guided trip (tour) to cultural World Heritage sites in the Kathmandu valley such as (including), pilgrimage sites of Hindus temples at Pashupatinath, the world’s biggest Stupa Bouddhanath, visit Swayambhunath Stupa also known as the Monkey Temple. After exploring the surrounding areas, visit the historical Patan Durbar Square & Kathmandu’s Durbar Square (Freak Street) with temples, unique ancient art, architectures, museum and Kumari (living goddess). Evening pre-trip counseling and ensure once again trekking gears, medical kid and trek legalization needs. (Evening pre-trip discussion: a trekking gear and medical kit check, visa and legalization requirements.)

              “OR”

Leisure and rest day for your own interests.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m/2,986ft), 5-6 hrs drive

Day 04: Drive to trail head Hemja (Milanchowk) – Trek to Khairpani (1530 m/5100ft) 20 min. drive, 5-6 hrs trek

Day 05: Khairpani – Ghale Kharka (2713 m/9000ft) 5-6 hrs trek

Day 06: Ghale Kharka – Nyauli Kharka (1650 m/55 ft) 5-6 hrs trek.

Day 07: Nyauli Kharka – Siklis (1980 m/6600ft) 5 -6 hrs trek

Day 08: Excursion day in Siklis.

Day 09: Siklis – Lamakhet (1450 m/4800ft) 5-6 hrs trek

Day 10: Lamakhet - Kalikasthan (1090 m/3600ft) 5-6 hrs trek

Day 11: Kalikasthan – Begnas Lake and drive to Pokhara (910 m/2986ft) 2hrs trek and one hour drive

Day 12: Pokhara - Kathmandu (1300m /4264ft), 5-6 hrs drive

Morning after breakfast, drive to Kathmandu by the tourist bus through the sub-tropical landscapes for 5-6 hrs trek. Arrive Kathmandu about 1430 and transfer to your Hotel and free afternoon.

Day 13: Final departure

Transfer to international airport and fly to onward destination

                "OR"

Extend your holiday with a visit to Chitwan National Park – on an elephant, or a tour of Tibet or Bhutan.    

Departure Dates for Siklis Trek

Body wear :

T-shirt, long sleeve, half pant, long trouser, warm Jacket, fleece Jacket, Gore-tax windproof Jacket & trouser, warm trouser, rain Jacket, sleeping bag, down jacket

Head wear :

Sun hat, woolen hat/fleece hat, sunglass & scat

Hand wear :

Gloves

Foot wear :

Warm woolen socks, trekking boots & sandal

Accessories :

Personal toiletries, personal first aid kit, sun block, lip guard, shampoo, soap, shavers, moisturizer, passport copies, pocket knives, flash light, camera & film, towel, water bottle, music & books.

What you carry for the trek :

Please, bring the equipment listed above and pack your gear for the trek into a duffel bag or rucksacks, and small day bag for you. The larger bag with your kit will be carried by the porter to meet you each evening. You should bring a day pack to carry by yourself for water, rain jacket, hat gloves, camera money etc. The weather in mountain is changeable so you will need some warm cloths with you on your day pack.

What to do about the left over baggage :

One day before your departure for the trek you could leave the valuable things which you do not need on the trek such as passport, visa card, flight tickets, in our safety box, and the rest of the things you could store it in our store room. What is a tea house trek? Accommodation and food facilities! Tea house trek mean staying and eating in the local lodges. We stay in double room; rooms are basic but comfortable mattress, normally just a bed and pillow. Most of them have electric light and all have and all have specious dining room –lounge. Mostly in tea houses there are common bathroom. Hot shower also available on the tea- houses but the hot water depend on weather conditions and to pay to get the shower.  We eat at tea- house, though food is usually potential and delicious, menu is not extensive. They offer variety of potato rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup. You could choose food from the menu what you could choose the food from the menu what you would like to have. You would be able to eat the food as much as you like but you would not able to order more than enough and left the food.

Health :

It’s very important not to get sick while you are going on the trek and you need to be careful about what you eat and drink.  You need to stay healthy and avoid getting sick in order to have a successful trek.

Some tips for staying healthy :

Avoid drinking or brushing your teeth with tap water. Drink only sealed bottled or proper boiled water or use water purification tablets. During the trek avoid the temptation to test your fitness through fast walking at altitude.

Medical kit

Your guide will bring normal medical kits with him while on the trek. It is recommended that you also bring a small personal medical kit including pain killers, sore throat, plasters, strapping tape for blisters, etc. If you are taking regular mediation you need to bring those medicine with you and do not forget to bring extra supply if somehow one pack is lost.

The trails :

The trekking trail of Nepal varies from wide, rode-like avenues to narrow, slippery paths built out over enormous drops. In many places, a fall from the trail would be final. One most pay attention at all the time to where you are placing your fact. Be especially careful not move while looking through the view finder of your camera.

The weather :

Nepal has the wildest altitude range of any country of the earth. Each altitude will have its’ own weather problem, from typical heat to arctic cold. In the main trekking season in the spring and fall, the weather is often stable and even the high passes may be free of snow and relatively easy to traverse at times. Those trekkers who encountered an easy at altitude nasty spread the word that boots and warm clothing are not required. This is a mistake. That sudden storm can occur at any time, dumping one or two meter of snow on the passes. At that point, any one with simple running shoes will not be able to process and may even be stranded for a number of days. Frostbite is a constant risk if one walks in snow at high altitude. If you trek in the winter, you most be prepared for cold and snow. If you trek in the monsoon you might be face with slippery trails and difficult rivers crossing. You are heading into the world highest mountain range. Be prepared for changes in temperature and weather.

Altitude and preventing altitude :

Being in a hurry in the mountain of Nepal can be deadly. Acclimatization is the word used to describe the adjustments your body makes as it ascends. Ascend slowly and drinking lots of water is one of the best ways not to get high altitude. You should not plan to go to high altitude if you have know heart disease, difficulty to breathing at sea level or are pregnant. For other chronic medical conditions its better to consult your doctor. Sleeping pills, alcohol, and smoking should not be used at altitude as they tend to decrease breathing and lead to Acute Mountain Sickness. It comes that during 3-4 liters of fluids (Water, Soup, etc) per day to avoid dehydration helps in the acclimatization process.

Tipping and cash requirement

On the trekking route do not forget to bring Nepalese rupees for drinks bottled water drinks/alcohol that might purchase on the way. The sum of amount to carry on the trekking route depends on the day and area you are going to trek in. Tipping is now common in Nepal but there is no certain rules how much should be tips and it’s not the must to tip.

Photographing people :

During a trek you will have many opportunities to photograph local people and amazing society. You could use tens of films taking amazing natural scenery but talking the picture of people it’s a good idea to ask before taking. Some people do not like you to take the picture of them. So always ask before taking the pictures.

Considering Environment :

While trekking you have to consider on the environment not to destroy the environment. There are so many ways you could help not to polluted the environment of the area such as pick up papers, film wrappers, burn all your toilet paper and bury your farce, do not make camp fire.

Insurance :

All tour participants should obtain their own personal insurance which covers accidents, health, emergency evacuation and loss or damage to personal effects.