Annapurna, Nepal
Location
19 Days
Duration
Moderate
Trip Grade
Autumn, Spring, winter
Best Time
Min: 2, Max: 10+, single
Group Size

Round Annapurna Trek is a complete trek to explore the entire Annapurna massif reaching the zenith at Thorong-la Pass.

Round Annapurna is a moderate to fairly challenging trek taking you to the beautiful landscape of Manang, Jomsom and Muktinath. In this trek, trekkers grasp an opportunity to explore the fascinating views of the southern and northern Himalayas along with beautiful landscape, culture, and forest. Another main attraction and electrifying moment is awaiting when crossing the highest pass- the Thorong-la Pass. It will takes you down to an important holy place, Muktinath. This place is a symbol of unity and combine belief of both the Hindus and Buddhist.

In addition, if you have limited time and wish to enjoy natural beauties, enhance cultural experiences; you could join our Manang Valley and Annapurna Circuit Trek-15 Days or Tilicho Lake and Annapurna Circuit Trek-15 Days.

If you are not satisfied with this itinerary or if you want to customize this package in your timeline or budget, then you could contact us, or email to info@hikingnepal.com

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01:  Arrival day in Kathmandu (1350m/4428 ft) (Meal: Dinner)
Day 02: Rest Day, Option for Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu (1350m/4428 ft) (Meal: Breakfast)
Day 03: Drive to Besisahar, ( 760 m/ 2510 ft)Drive: 8-9 hrs or Jeep. (Meal: BLD)
Day 04: Jeep drive to Chame  (2670 m/8810 ft) Drive: 7/8 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 05: Trek from Chame to Pisang (3300m/10890 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 06: Trek from Pisang to Manang ( 3540 m/ 11680 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 07:  Acclimatization day at Manang village (3540 m/ 11680 ft) (Meal: BLD)
Day 08: Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka ( 4,000 m/ 13200 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 09: Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4450 m/ 14685 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 10:  Trek to Muktinath (3800 m/12540 ft) – via Thorung La pass ( 5416 m/ 17873 ft) Trek: 7-8 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 11:  Trek from Muktinath to Marpha (2670 m/ 8810 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 12: Trek from Marpha to Ghasa (2010 m/ 6630 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 13: Trek from Ghasa to Tatopani (1190 m/3927 ft) Trek: 5-6 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 14: Trek from tatopani to Ghorepani (2860 m/9438 ft) Trek: 6-7 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 15: Early morning excursion to Poon-Hill (3210 m/10531 ft) and trek to Tadapani ( 2600m/8528 ft) Trek: 7-8 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 16: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940 m/6400 ft) Trek: 4-5 hrs. (Meal: BLD)
Day 17: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul, 4-5 hrs, and drive to  Pokhara (823 m/2691 ft) Drive: 1 hrs. (Meal: BL)
Day 18: Drive back to Kathmandu, evening Farewell Dinner (1350m/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast/Dinner)
Day 19: Final departure ( 1350m/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner)+

On your arrival in Kathmandu International Airport, one of our office representative will pick up you and escort you to the hotel as well as help you to check-in at hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip. In the evening, we, the Hiking Nepal, will offer you a welcome dinner introducing Nepalese cuisine and culture.

Day 2: Rest Day, Option for Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)+

Day 2 is kept as rest day considering your late arrival or long travel to Nepal. You can use this day as a complete rest day or we can also organize sightseeing tour of cultural heritage sites in Kathmandu. In case of sightseeing tour, you will be introduced with guide and takes you to UNESCO Heritages sites of the valley where you will observe living heritage of Medieval Nepal – Witness the biggest Hindu temple of Nepal, Pashupatinath and capture the sacred moments of Hindu death ritual at Aryaghat in Pashupatinath. Stroll the lively streets of Kathmandu Old Market Asan to Kathmandu Durbar Square and visit the home of The Living Goddess Kumari, Nepalese style of Architecture as well as astonishing wooden carving. A short drive from Kathmandu Durbar Square will take you to a hill top stupa called as “Swyambhu” meaning “self -emerge” and belief that the hill emerged impulsively from the great lake that once covered Kathmandu valley.

Day 3: Drive to Besisahar, (Altitude: 760 m/ 2510 ft. Drive: 8-9 hrs. – bus/ 6 hrs. – Jeep Meal: BLD)+

After having breakfast, our guide will meet you at hotel to drive to Besisahar. Recheck your luggage and be ready for a drive. Following River Marshyangdi, you will reach at Besisahar. On the way, you can explore the Green Mountain, scattered village and refreshing landscape. Stay overnight at local lodge.

Day 4: Jeep drive to Chame (Stopover for acclimatization) (Altitude: 2670 m/8810 ft. Drive: 7/8 hrs. - local bus Meal: BLD)+

From Besisahar, catching a local bus, you will starts to drive in a bumpy road towards Chame. It is a small village of the Annapurna Region at an elevation of 1430 m. You can enjoy waterfall that attracts both the local and tourists. Stay overnight at local lodge.

Day 5: Trek Chame to Pisang (Altitude: 3,300m/10890 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will have a steep walk through dense forest into a narrowed valley. Crossing the raging Himalayan River at two points 2,910m & 3,040m are absolute highlights of the trek. Just crossing a suspension bridge at 3040m, the stunning view of Rocky Hill Paungda Danda feasts catch by the eyes. Beyond here, the course connects towards Pisang on a steep trail. Pisang, nestles between 3,200m and 3,300meters.

Day 6: Trek Pisang to Manang (Altitude: 3,540 m/ 11680 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

After breakfast, you will walk through the arid & higher region of Manang.  As you trek higher, the region affected being at the rain shadow of Annapurna comes into sight. Natives of this county flock yaks most of the times of the year and cultivate crops for a very short period of the year. As you leave Pisang, you will tread along the northern via Ghyaru for the better views of the Himalayan peaks throughout the trail that chases along the northern bank of the river. Now, you will arrive to Munchi. Beyond Munchi, the trail passes the charming and the authentic village of Braga 3475m. The last push brings to Manang.

Day 7: Acclimatization day at Manang village (Altitude: 3,540 m/ 11680 ft. Meal: BLD)+

Today, a time for rest and acclimatize properly with altitude. However, it does not mean that you have to spend time by staying at lodge and read books. You can go for short walks to higher altitude around the village where you can witness more of raw nature of the region. Your guide is the best man to take you to the best destination.

Day 8: Trek Manang to Yak Kharka (Altitude: 4,000 m/ 13200 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will trek to higher altitude. After a day rest in Manang, you will not have acclimatization issue. However, gaining 500 m height trekking along the gradual uphill climb is quite an adventure. As the trek begins, you will crosses a stream, climbs to a village of Tenki and continue to ascend the Marsyangdi Valley, turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. You will further passess the small village of Ghunsa and following the trail through the meadows. Here, you can see the horses and yaks grazing. Crossing a wooden suspension bridge, you will encounters series of mani wall, eventually, you reach Yak Kharka at 4,000m. Yak Kharka is the yak graze land and hence signs of yak herders and thin vegetation can be seen there. Overnight at Yak Kharka.

Day 9: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (Altitude: 4,450 m/ 14685 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will walk uphill to the Thorang Phedi. Walking for a while in an easy trail, you will sross a suspension bridge leading you towards Ledar village. Then, slightly ascend and passing through towering cliffs, you will reach at Thorang Phedi. It is the last village before Thorang-la Pass. During the trail, you can click the views of Mt. Gundang, Thorang Peak, Mt. Syangang and Mt. Khatungkan. Overnight in Thorang Phedi.

Day 10: Trek to Muktinath via Thorung La pass (Altitude: Thorung-la Pass: 5416 m/ 17873 ft. Muktinath: 3800 m/12540 ft. Trek: 7-8 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Here comes most exciting and adventurous time as you are going to cross the world’s largest pass- The Thorong-la pass. Hence, today’s trek will be lengthy, you will starts trek early. Five hours of steep strenuous walk from the camp at Thorung Phedi brings you to the top of Thorung La Pass 5416m. The regular course to Thorung La Pass seems easy. However, a number of difficulties might encounter due to the elevation and snow. Getting up to the pass may be tough but the acme of the pass marked by revered chortens and colorful prayer flags will reward you with the most eye-catching views of Himalayas that include Annapurna at its best.

Day 11: Trek to Marpha (Altitude: 2670 m/ 8810 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will trek towards Marpha following Kali Gandaki valley from Muktinath. Marpha is especially famous for Himalayas Apple. Here, you can get Apple Brandy and renowned as Marpha Brandy- don’t missed to taste. In the center of the village, you will see the rapidly expanding Solmi Gompa.  It has an old giant prayer-wheel brought from Tibet and is here for more than hundred years. Another attraction is Marpha Horticultural Research Station that was established in 1966 for introducing new crops for this region. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 12: Trek to Ghasa (Altitude: 2010 m/ 6630 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Today, you will walk downhill following the Kali Gandaki River to the Ghasa. On the way, you will cross suspension bridges and even see a series of mani walls- a symbol of Himalayan Buddhism. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 13: Trek to Tatopani (Altitude: 1190 m/3927 ft. Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Interestingly, today you are going to see the deepest gorge in the world- Kochepani. Walking in a downhill trail, you will cross bridge leading towards Tatopani. The specialty of Tatopani is Hot spring. After your tiresome trek, it will be the right place to enhance your body taking spring bath and resting in the pleasing environment.

Day 14: Trek to Ghorepani (Altitude: 2860 m/9438 ft. Trek: 6-7 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

After having breakfast, starts trek following the ascending trail. Today, the trail will be a bit longer and even you will gain nearly 1600 m altitude while reaching at Ghorepani. On the way, you can enjoy the beautiful villages and loving locals.

Day 15: Early morning excursion to Poon-Hill, trek to Tadapani (Altitude: At Poonhill: 3210 m/10531 ft. Tadapani: 2,600m/8528 ft. Trek: 7-8 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Wake up early morning and make your journey to Poon Hill. It is a perfect place for marvelous view of sunrise over the snowcapped mountainous peaks. Walking for an hours in steep uphill really amaze you when you grasp eye-popping view of mountains in the north, turning into yellowish color step by step by the strike of sun rays over the snowcapped top. After spending an hour, return back to lodge for breakfast, then continue trek to the next spot- Tadapani. You will pass the forest of Rhododendron, Fir and Pine walking in ups and down trail. Now, you will reach at a beautiful place- Tadapani, surrounded by Rhododendron forest and splendid view of Mt. Fishtail. Overnight at Local lodge.

Day 16: Trek to Ghandruk (Altitude: 1940 m/6400 ft. Trek: 4-5 hrs. Meal: BLD)+

Descending in a steep trail passing forest, you will reach at Bhaisi Kharka. From here, take a right direction trail in a steep descending slowly in the rocks to a stream will leads you to the beautiful village Ghandruk. From here, you can click the outstanding views of Annapurna range and Macchapucchre. Spend overnight at local lodge.

Day 17: Trek to Birethanti to Nayapul; drive to Pokhara (Altitude: 823 m/2691 ft. Trek: 4-5 hrs. Drive: 1 hrs. Meal: BL)+

It will be a short walk and a final day of your trek. Just walking for a while, you will reach at Birethanti, where you can stay for a while and takes some snacks. Further walk till Nayapul to catch vehicle to return back to Pokhara. After Check-in at hotel, take your time for self-exploration and leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 18: Drive to Kathmandu, evening Farewell Dinner (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast/Dinner)+

Now, it’s a time to return back to Kathmandu. You can either fly or drive back to Kathmandu. Spend your time as you like. Evening time, we invite you for farewell dinner at authentic restaurant. You can share your experience, feedback us and give us a chance to make your evening a wonderful time. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 19: Departure (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)+

It is a last day with us. Our supporting team will takes you to airport for your final departure. We hope to see you again. Additionally, if you have plan of any adjoining trip, you can let us to organize.

What is included

Airport transfer by Hiking Nepal office representative in a private vehicle

Welcome Dinner at Typical Nepalese Restaurant with cultural dance show

Farewell Dinner at finest restaurant in Thamel Kathmandu

3 nights’ accommodation at Tourist Standard Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast on twin sharing basis

14 nights’ accommodation  at well and comfortable Mountain Lodge available en-route during trek (Few nights’ at during trek with attached bathroom/toilets)

1 night’s accommodation at 3 star Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast on twin sharing basis

Full board meal during trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, tea & coffee, seasonal fruits, chocolate/s & biscuits)

English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size, porters (2:1)

All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance

Pokhara/Kathmandu transfer in a Tourist Bus- option for private vehicle and flight is available

Kathmandu/Besisahar transfer in a private vehicle

Beissahar/Chame drive in a local jeep

Nayapul/Pokhara transfer in a private vehicle

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fee

Exclusive medical kit bag, Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt,  Adventure Certificate

Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek

All government and local taxes as applicable

What is not included

Nepal Visa – (Cost- US$- 30 for 15 days & $- 50 for 30 days)

Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu and Pokhara (Except welcome/farewell dinner)

Travel insurance

Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc.

Cost incurred during emergency, evacuations

Tips for Guide/porters/driver …

Nepal Visa & Getting in to Nepal

All the foreign nationals (except Indian nationals) are required to display Visa while entering Nepal. Nepalese Visa can be obtained either at Nepalese Embassy of respective country or can be obtained during your arrival at the International Airport in Kathmandu or from the Nepal’s border entry point. However, certain nationals are requested to arrange Visa prior to arrival in Nepal. The listed countries are- Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Liberia and cannot secure Nepalese Visa on arrival.

Requirements: Traveler should have a valid passport for at least six months, recent digital photos (size: 1.5″ x 1.5″) and Visa fees (either US$ or equivalent) mentioned as below:

    Visa Facility                    Duration                           Fee

Multiple entry                        15 days                      US$ 30 or equivalent Nepalese currency

Multiple entry                        30 days                      US$ 50 or equivalent Nepalese currency

Multiple entry                        90 days                      US$ 125 or equivalent Nepalese currency

You can also download VISA form and fill up. Please go through the link as below:

http://www.online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa

Group Size:

For group, we normally run with minimum 2 person to maximum 10 in our published group departure program. However, there is no barrier for a private trip. We can run a trip for single person and even more than 10 in a group. Normally for a group, we provide 1 main guide, 1 assistance guide along with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers. Moreover, for every additional 2 trekkers, 1 more assistance and a porter will be provided making a team combination as follows:

Minimum to 2 PAX: 1 Guide and 1 porter

4-6 PAX: 1 guide, 1 assistance guide and 3 porter

7-10 PAX: 1 guide, 2 assistance guide and 4/5 Porter

Guide and Trip Safety

Once, you confirm your trip, it is our responsibility to make your trip wonderful without creating any difficulties. Hence, we have prepared our itinerary in such a way that it will properly acclimatize you. Also, we request you in advance to have regular exercises and make habits to walk in a daily basis. Similarly, during trek, you will be fully guided by our professional trekking guides and supporting team. They are properly trained in regards to safety and first aid. Even, we have every set up in case of emergency such as high altitude medicine and Gammow Bag (High altitude Chamber bag). Please note High altitude Chamber Bag is used to provide heat in your body and it is available on certain cost. Moreover, to let you familiar with altitude, you are suggested to walk slow and steady and ensure for proper acclimatization.

For trekking, we provide local experienced guide speaking fluent English and familiar with the local routes, landscape, flora, fauna as well as culture, and tradition of certain areas and let you feel comfortable. We do not encourage for child labor, hence, our porter will be above 16 years that are living in the Himalayas of Nepal; as well as carries only 20-22 kg weight per porter. Normally, the guide and support teams are selected with proper analyzing of their experience, leadership skills and personal aptitude. Our guides are well familiar with different societies of all caste and customs along the trail and share the insight culture with you that are not even noted in guide book.

To make our staffs more fluent and experienced, we consistently provide trainings. They have been participating in special training programs like Trekking guide training, Rock climbing, Ice climbing, Intensive Wilderness first Aid and many more that has been certified and approved by Nepal Government.

Meals and Accommodation

During your stay in Kathmandu, we accommodate you in 3 star category hotel in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Breakfast is included with room accommodation. Normally, based on your group size, you will be accommodated in twin and triple sharing basis. Likewise, in case of single room stay in a group, you will require to pay single supplement charge mentioned in our trip cost. Also, if you wish to upgrade hotel accommodation, we can accommodate you in respective hotels with surcharge. On your arrival in Kathmandu and a day before your departure for homeland, we Hiking Nepal Team will invite you for Welcome and Farewell dinner. You will be taken to an authentic restaurant serving Nepali Cuisine with some cultural Dance Show. For your other day’s meals, you can get hygienic restaurants providing verities of taste including continental, Chinese, Italian, Nepalese and many more.

Similarly, for your stay during trek, we shall accommodate you in local lodge available en-route. Normally, the rooms are basic and in a twin sharing basis. Some lodges offer shower system and hot water. For meals, you will be served sufficient hygienic food. Our service includes a full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/Coffee) based on lodge menu. Normally, for breakfast; porridge, cereals, toast or chapattis, omelets and a range of hot drinks are served. Likewise for Lunch and Dinner; you can taste some Nepalese food (esp. rice, lentils and curry), Sherpa food, Indian food, Italian Spaghetti, noodles, potatoes, even Pizza in some areas. It is obvious that you will receive fresh and organic food in the Himalayas of Nepal. Your breakfast and dinner will be served in lodge where you stay and lunch on the way during trek.

Travel Insurance

While travelling to Nepal, you are requested to have a travel insurance that should cover any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Especially, your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delay and cancellations. We suggest you to bring you travel insurance certificate or send us scan copy and required to issue from your home land and we do not arrange or sell insurance.

Travelling in the Himalayas is full of adventurous; hence it is wise to choose a proper insurance policy. While choosing your insurance policy, make sure that it will protect all such unforeseen expenses. Your insurer should be well familiar with our itinerary that you have booked and must have agreed to cover all activities being undertaken during trip. Meantime, it is not compulsory that our all the assigned trip are facilities with Heli-rescue. You will not require heli rescue insurance for Tibet Tour as it is not possible to provide such facility.

Vaccination

It is better to follow the precaution given by World Health Organization and other international health related institutions that recommend having vaccines before travelling Nepal to prevent from certain fatal illness. If possible, we suggest you to bring your medical certificate however, it is not required to show but for safety. The recommended vaccines are polio, Diphtheria, Tetanus, typhoid, yellow fever, hepatitis A/B, Influenza (Flu), Japanese encephalitis, and Tuberculosis. Meantime, it is better to consult your professional doctor about your travel and he might recommend you properly. You can also take suggestion of local travelers who have travelled Nepal before and know more about the required precautions. Please note that the protection that can be gained from vaccines varies from 50% to almost 100%. So remember that even if you have taken a vaccine you might still get the disease, although you will have greatly reduced your chances of getting ill.

Guide and Trip Safety

Once, you confirm your trip, it is our responsibility to make your trip wonderful without creating any difficulties. Hence, we have prepared our itinerary in such a way that it will properly acclimatize you. Also, we request you in advance to have regular exercises and make habits to walk in a daily basis. Similarly, during trek, you will be fully guided by our professional trekking guides and supporting team. They are properly trained in regards to safety and first aid. Even, we have every set up in case of emergency such as high altitude medicine and Gammow Bag (High altitude Chamber bag)- will charge additional cost. Please note High altitude Chamber Bag is used to provide heat in your body and it is available on certain cost. Moreover, to let you familiar with altitude, you are suggested to walk slow and steady and ensure for proper acclimatization.

For trekking, we provide local experienced guide speaking fluent English and familiar with the local routes, landscape, flora, fauna as well as culture, and tradition of certain areas and let you feel comfortable. We do not encourage for child labor, hence, our porter will be above 16 years that are living in the Himalayas of Nepal; as well as carries only 20-22 kg weight per porter. Normally, the guide and support teams are selected with proper analyzing of their experience, leadership skills and personal aptitude. Our guides are well familiar with different societies of all caste and customs along the trail and share the insight culture with you that are not even noted in guide book. To make our staffs more fluent and experienced, we consistently provide trainings. They have been participating in special training programs like Trekking guide training, Rock climbing, Ice climbing, Intensive Wilderness first Aid and many more that has been certified and approved by Nepal Government.

Health and Fitness

While Trekking in the Himalayas of Nepal, you will be hiking up in high altitude, hence slow and steady is main concern which helps you to acclimatize properly with the altitude. During trekking, you will required to walk for 5-6 hours in average. If you are planning to trek in Nepal, make sure that you are in good shape and fitness, and consult your doctor or general physicians about your health. You should be physically and mentally prepared. Before commencing a trek, we recommend you to do some regular exercises, make habits to use stairs than elevator that makes your knees strong, and, if possible, join some aerobics, gyms and make sure about your good health. If you are used to with these habits, you will definitely walk in the Himalayas of Nepal. Sincere preparation and strong determination for the trip is very important making your trip a wonderful memory of your life. It is not compulsory to have any previous experience. Follow the guidance and enjoy the trip.

High Altitude Sickness

At the higher altitude, you will feel a decrease in availability of oxygen and shorten in oxygen cause an altitude sickness. If a person walk in the high altitude particularly climbs up too quickly, he might suffer from High altitude sickness. Hence, proper rest is required at that altitude. You can cure at right time knowing certain symptoms of Altitude Sickness. Common symptoms are headache, loss of appetite, tiredness and nausea, vomiting, dizziness and difficulty in sleeping. The best remedies that local belief and take is taking garlic, or ginger in mouth. Eat dry food and take liquid as much as possible. We recommend Diamox if there is no any options.  Also, we provide experienced guide and staffs in dealing with the effects of higher altitudes. As they are natives of Nepal, they easily acclimatize and therefore can care for their clients. They are equipped with necessary medical supplies and will assist with basic first aid treatment. We design our tours to ensure clients are ready for high altitude, and arrange alternative itineraries for those at risk.

Acclimatization

While, trekking in the Himalayas, you will walk in the Ups down trail taking you to the elevation over 2500 m. Hence, you might feel difficult to breathe or your breathe speed up. Hence, it is most important to familiarize with the altitude and let you adjust with the decreased availability of oxygen at high altitude. Our itinerary is designed with sufficient days to acclimatize. In case of gaining certain height, there is a rest day when you can explore the area as well as walk to high altitude and sleep at low land. Likewise, you are suggested to walk slowly and carefully without getting any stresses. Also, for proper acclimatization, you should care about your eating habits. Don’t focus on Junk food and eat as much liquid as possible. Hard drinks are not recommended. The right way to acclimatize properly is walk high, sleep low.

Diamox (Acetazolamide)

Diamox, a mostly recognized drugs for altitude sickness prevention and treatment. It allows you to breathe faster so that you metabolize more oxygen, thereby minimizing the symptoms caused by poor oxygenation. This is especially helpful at night when respiratory drive is decreased. While using a Diamox, it is advisable to start taking it 24 hours before you go to altitude and continue for at least five days at higher altitude. The recommendation of the Himalayan Rescue Association Medical Clinic is 125 mg. twice a day (morning and night). (The standard dose was 250 mg. but their research showed no difference for most people with the lower dose, although some individuals may need 250 mg.) Possible side effects include tingling of the lips and finger tips, blurring of vision, and alteration of taste. These side effects may be reduced with the 125 mg. dose. Side effects subside when the drug is stopped. It is more appropriate to contact your physician for a prescription. Since Diamox is a sulfonamide drug, people who are allergic to sulfa drugs should not take Diamox. Diamox has also been known to cause severe allergic reactions to people with no previous history of Diamox or sulfa allergies. Frank Hubbell of SOLO recommends a trial course of the drug before going to a remote location where a severe allergic reaction could prove difficult to treat.

Highly recommended to take a trial course before going to a remote location where a severe allergic reaction could prove difficult to treat if it occurred.

Alternative Drugs:

Dexamethasone (a steroid) is also a prescribed drug that decreases brain and other swelling reversing the effects of AMS. The dose is typically 4 mg twice a day for a few days starting with the ascent. This prevents most of the symptoms of altitude illness from developing.

ADVICE:

Dexamethasone is a powerful drug and should be used with caution and only on the advice of a physician and should only be used to aid acclimatization by sufficiently qualified persons or those with the necessary experience of its use.

NOTE:

It is more advisable to take drugs taking proper suggestions from Personal Physicians and in case if there is no any options. In the Himalayas of Nepal, the mountain dwellers believe in taking some garlic or ginger along with Red Pepper to produce heat for fast breathings.

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