sábado, 19 de septiembre de 2009

ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREKKING

Ayer empezamos nuestro trekking por los Annapurnas. Esta cadena montañosa está ubicada en la parte sudoeste de los Himalayas. Tiene 2 picos por encima de los 8.000 metros de altitud (Annapurna I [8091 m] y Dhaulagiri [8167m]) y varios picos por encima de los 7.000 m. En principio, nuestro trekking está programado para 10 dias, pero está abierto a cambios, como todo nuestro viaje.

Ayer empezamos en Naya Pul subiendo por un valle por donde discurre un pequeño rio lleno de rápidos y pequeñas cascadas rodeadas de exuberante vegetación que varia entre el bosque tropical y las verdes terrazas de arroz. En mitad del camino, nos dimos un bañito en la frías aguas que nos cargó las pilas para el resto del día ya que el agua estaba a más bien "fría". Aunque a última hora de la tarde, antes de llegar a Ulleri, casi se nos terminas las pilas con unas empedradas e interminables escaleras. Parecíamos Frodo y Sam Sagaz llevando el anillo de poder por aquellas escaleras hasta el monte del destino.

Hoy la cosa no ha cambiado mucho, más escaleras y más cabras. Y es que nos encontramos con rebaños enteros de cabras guiadas por tibetanos que las llevaban a Pokhara para venderlas antes de que empieze el Daisian, el Gran Festival del Nepal.

A parte de cabras, también hemos encontrado con porteadores con unas cargas inhumanas que a veces llegan a superar los 60kg. Otro animal de nuestro camino son las mulas que llevan las cargas más pesadas. Y es que en estos parajes, no llega ninguna carretera, y la única forma de transporte es por las escarpadas escaleras de piedras.

Prakhas, nuestro guía, es un nepalí de 22 años que antes trabajaba como porteador y ahora que sabe un poquito de ingles, hace un trabajo mixto llevando nuestra mochila y guiándonos, aunque realmente no hace falta porque el camino está bien señalado y cada hora tienes restaurantes o pequeños "logde" (si se les puede llamar así) donde comer o dormir.

Aunque nuestro trekking pueda tener alguna variación, seguiremos una ruta que empieza en Naya Pull, continua hasta Gorepani (des de donde iremos a Poon Hill), después cruzaremos hacia el este Chhomrong, para adentrarnos en el corazón de los Annapurnas a través de Doban y llegaremos al ABC. Luego la vuelta la realizaremos por Landrug, Tolka y terminamos en Phedi. Es siguiente mapa puede aclarar un poco la ruta que seguiremos.


Mañana Poon Hill a 3200 m nos desvelará una de las vistas más bonitas de los Annapurnas. Esperemos que no haya nubes.

5 comentarios:

  1. http://nepaltreckingguide.jimdo.com/unber%C3%BChrte-regionen/
    Annapurna Region

    The Annapurna Region lies towards the north of central Nepal. The region has been recognized as one of the world’s best trekking trails, according to a recent survey by Modern Maturity (USA). The region is popular for the world’s deepest gorge (Kali Gandaki) and the highest lake (Tilicho), situated at an altitude of 4,919m.


    This is the most popular trekking zone in Nepal. One can enjoy nature’s beauty walking through rhododendron forests over the foothills of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The region is popular for the world’s deepest gorge (Kali Gandaki) and the highest lake (Tilicho) situated at the altitude of 4,919m.


    Popular Treks In The Annapurna Region

    14 days Annapurna Sanctuary Trek
    20 days Annapurna Circuit Trek
    06 days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
    11 days Jomsom Muktinath Trek
    05 days Ghandruk Cultural Trek
    07 days Siklish Trek
    10 days Panchase Trek
    06 days The Royal Trek
    www.hikehimalayas.com
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  2. Hi!

    I went to Everest Base Camp and was going to Annapurna this past April/May. I can tell you that I found good prices in Kathmandu. I went shopping with my guide though and he seemed to get good deals. I think he rents-out sleeping bags. You can get them in Pokhara too, but you will find a bigger selection in Thamel. this means you can get better deals and will be able to talk them down on the price. It is a Nepali custom (I read in a guide) to bargain. It is fun. You will have no problems wih the weight on the plane. My bag was a bit big, I have a hard time traveling light.
    I did hire a guide and he took care of hiring a porter. He works with trusted people. I can recommend my guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and most of all looked-out for my safety. He seemed to know just about everyone in Kathmandu and many, many guides and people on the mountain. Because Sanjib knows so many people he was constantly getting updates from up the mountain, or down the mountain. It was great to travel with a guide that has so many established relationships. I found him by chance through a travel forum and then got references from him. That is, I emailed past clients. In no time, I received emails from Italy, Germany and the U.S. singing this guy's praises, so that is how I went about finding my guide. I found the price very reasonable and I liked the fact that you do not pay until you get there, so you avoid the big down payments and the advance payments as well. I was happy to travel solo. Traveling in a group is great, but for sure, you will not get personalized attention. You can meet a lot of people at the tea houses, or as you go along the trek you will become familiar with others "going your way." You can contact Sanjib Adhikari at sanjib-adhikari@hotmail.com and Mobile No +97798416138. I recommend email. I am sure he will be happy to provide you with references. Let me know if you have more questions and enjoy!!!

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  3. Annapurna Circuit Trek

    This classic trek circles the entire Annapurna massif and in so doing offers a spectacular variety of people and landscapes, from lowland farming country to alpine meadows to the Tibet-like country on the northern slopes of the Himalaya.


    We start in the foothills at Besi Sahar and rise after 6 days to the settlement of Manang at 3500m where we acclimatise and enjoy the mountain views. We continue to ascend and on day 10 of the trek we cross the famous Thorung La, at 5416m, to Muktinath, an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists.
    From here we descend into the Kali Gandaki, with Annapurna and Dhaulagiri towering on either side. En route back to Pokhara we pass through the many beautiful hill villages that populate this ancient trading route between Tibet and India. We also visit the hot springs at Tatopani, and climb up Poon Hill, above Ghorapani, to enjoy magnificent mountain views. Accommodation and food is provided in the local lodges. Transport to Besi Sahar is by private coach and this trek ends in Pokhara.

    Itinerary:
    Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Besi-Sahar (760m)
    Day 02: Trek to Bahundanda (1310m)
    Day 03: Trek to Chamje (1430m)
    Day 04: Trek to Dharapani (1860m)
    Day 05: Trek to Chame (2670m)
    Day 06: Trek to Pisang (3200m)
    Day 07: Trek to Manang (3540m)
    Day 08: Acclimatization day in Manang
    Day 09: Trek to Yak Kharka (4018m)
    Day 10: Trek to Thorong Phedi (4450m)
    Day 11: Thorong Phedi / High Camp / Muktinath (3800m)
    Day 12: Trek to Kagbeni (2800m)
    Day 13: Trek to Marpha (2670m)
    Day 14: Trek to Kalopani / Ghasa (2010m)
    Day 15: Trek to Tatopani (1190m)
    Day 16: Rest day at Tatopani
    Day 17: Trek to Shikha (1935m)
    Day 18: Trek to Ghorepani/ Poonhill (3210m)
    Day 19: Trek to Ghandruk (1950m)
    Day 20: Ghandruk/ Pokhara via Birethanti (1025)

    http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Annapurna-circuit-Trek.php

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  4. The Everest Base Camp is two base camps, each on opposite sides of Mount Everest. South Base Camp is in Nepal at an altitude of 5,364 meters (17,598 ft) (and North Base Camp is in Tibet at 5,150 meters (16,900 ft)
    These camps are rudimentary campsites on Mount Everest that are used by mountain climbers during their ascent and descent. South Base Camp is used when climbing via the southeast ridge, while North Base Camp is used when climbing via the northeast ridge.[4]
    Supplies are carried to the South Base Camp by Sherpa’s or porters, and with help of animals, usually yaks. The North Base Camp has vehicle access (at least in the summer months). Climbers typically rest at base camp for several days for acclimatization; to reduce the risks and severity of altitude sickness.
    The Everest Base Camp trek on the south side is one of the most popular trekking routes in the Himalayas and is visited by thousands of trekkers each year. Trekkers usually fly from Kathmandu to Lukla to save time and energy before beginning the morning trek to this base camp. From Lukla, climbers trek upward to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar, 3,440 meters (11,290 ft), following the valley of the Dudh Kosi river. The village is a central hub of the area, and food, sundries and even mountain climbing equipment may be purchased here.
    This takes about two days. Typically at this point, climbers allow a day of rest for acclimatization. They then trek another two days toDingboche, 4,260 metres (13,980 ft) before resting for another day for further acclimatization. Another two days takes them to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep, the flat field below Kala Patthar, 5,545 metres (18,192 ft) and Mt. Pumori.
    Everest base camp Itinerary:
    Day 01: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (2849m) & trek to Phakding (2745m) 30 Minuets flight 3 hr walking
    Day 02: Trek to Namche (3445m) 6 hr walking
    Day 03: Rest Day at Namche Bazaar (Hiking to Everest View Hotel) 3 Hr Hiking
    Day 04: Trek to Tengboche (4245m) 4 to 5 Hr walking
    Day 05: Trek to Pheriche (4362m) 5 to 6 hr walking
    Day 06: Pheriche Rest Day. Hiking to nagajung peak
    Day 07: Trek to Lobuche (4575m) 4 to 5 hr walking
    Day 08: Trek to Gorakshape (5165m) trek to EBC 7 to 8 hr walking
    Day 09: Rest Day at Kalapathar (5545m). 3 hr walking
    Day 10: Trek to Dingboche (4260m). 5 hr walking
    Day 11: Trek to Tengboche (4245m) 3 hr walking
    Day 12: Trek to Namche Bazaar. 4 to 5 hr walking
    Day 13: Trek to Lukla 7 to 8 hr walking
    Day 14: Fly back Lukla to Kathmandu 30 to 35 mints flight stay overnight at 2 stat hotel
    Day 15: Drop to airport back to home
    Everest base camp Trek and hiking
    Everest base camp Trek and hiking http://www.nepalguideinfo.com/Everest-Base-Camp.php

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  5. Nepal Trekking guides and Climbing guides Recommended by lonely planet http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/thread.jspa?threadID=2236045

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