Trekking in Nepal / Trips in Nepal

Sikles Trek

Sikles trekking is newly discovered trekking trail in southern Gurung settlement of Annapurna region right above Mardi Khola (1,980m) overlooking Annapurna IV to the north and Lamjung Himal to the east. The geographical diversity in Annapurna region equally resembles the cultural diversity. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) established the model trekking village, Sikles with the view of tourism development and is an internal part of their eco-route. Sikles villages lie to the north east of Pokhara, at an elevation of 2,000m, in the shadow of wide Annapurna and Lamjung mountain range. This stunning short and easy trek traverses through diverse terrain from lowland ecosystem to high land and from Nepal’s largest Gurung community to beautiful rhododendron forest in spring. Hike to Rising Dada to enjoy the panoramic Annaourna II and Langtang from proximity. It is also a point where you get to encounter the avalanches descending off.

This region is novelty famous for bird watching because of its astounding lush vegetation and forested surrounding which is home to different spices of birds. Skiles village is the second largest Gurung settlements of Nepal where trekkers can enjoy wonderful time experiencing typical lifestyle, local handicraft and heritage sites. This newly opened trekking trail is truly gripping experience where you get to observe the real rural Nepal such the local cloth weaving and ancient water driven flourmills. Commence your journey and enjoy camping at exotic sites, taste local cuisine and witness daily rural life grooving around. Explore different cultural performance and Ghantu dance, preformed by three girls while enjoying local made wine and cuisine.

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu (1400 m).

Day 02: Visit Kathmandu City.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (835 m).

Day 04: Drive to Himjabesi and trek to Kharipani(1532 m).

Day 05: Trek to Ghale Kharka (1650 m).

Day 06: Trek to Nyauli Kharka (1650 m).

Day 07: Trek to Siklis village (1980 m)

Day 08: Halt at Siklis village.

Day 09: Trek to Lamakhet (1450 m).

Day 10: Trek to Kalikasthan (1090 m).

Day 11: Trek to Begnash Tal and drive to Pokhara (835 m).

Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathamndu.

Day 13: Departure!!!

  • Airport to Hotel pickup and drop transportation by private van
  • Accommodation and meals throughout trek
  • Kathmandu City tour
  • All national flights as per itinerary
  • All Trekking permits and required entrance fee
  • An experienced guide, porters and their accommodation and meals
  • Trekking equipments
  • Safe drinking water –boiled/iodinate
  • First medical kit
  • All government and local tax
  • All office charge
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance charge
  • International flight fare
  • Nepal entry fare- 25$ for 15 days, 40$ for 30 days and 90$ for 100 days
  • Personal nature expenses- alcoholic beverages, mineral water, special menu, shopping, internets, laundry
  • Hot showers during the trek
  • Personal trekking equipments
  • Tips for guides, porters and drivers (Tips are expected but not mandatory)