Api and Saipal Base Camp Trek

Api and Saipal Base Camp Trek - 28 Days

The name Api came from Tibetan word ABI which means grand mother while SAIPAL name came fom khas language of Western Nepal, SAI+PAL (SAI means animal or cattle grazing spot while PAL means Tent). Api and Saipal Base Camp trek is designed to combine two highest peak exploration in western Nepal. It is most unique and less traveled destination in the world. The trek offers an unforgettable experience that will take you through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, and give you a glimpse of the hidden beauty of western Nepal. The trek is a perfect opportunity for those who are looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure and want to explore the remote and rugged landscapes of Nepal.  

The Api and Saipal Base camp trek is a unique and challenging trekking route and it is also a less travelled destination in the world only few people have been reached so far. This trek gives you exploration of most hidden and unique cultural ethos of western Nepal and its vast and beutiful landscape.

Itinerary

Once you arrive Kathmandu, Our representative will welcome you at airport and drop to Hotel

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3 Star Hotel

Today you will be taken to world heritage sites sightseeing in Kathmandu valley after breakfast. Our tour guide will deliver his knowledge about the monument and heritage, Evening time we will have a small meeting for trip briefing and introduction with crews

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3 Star Hotel

You will have 1 hr 15 minute flight from Kathmand to Dhangadhi after arriving Dhangadhi rest and free time, after lunch you will have 2-3 hrs drive to Dadheldhura covering 65km.

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2 Star Hotel

You will have long drive through hilly road of far western Nepal by exploring typical village of the region.

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Guest House

Today you will have off road drive around 45km toward Makarigarh as road expansion has been reached at this typical village, It is also the starting point of your Api base camp trek. After that you will have short 1 or 2 hours trek toward Khandeshwori, a beutiful village.

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Today you will following the trail toward Chamalya Nadi river, some portion have narrow and steep up and down trail and the trail cross through Thumti village toward Lumch for overnight halt.

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Today you will have some ascents trail until arriving at Simar which is at the bank of Chamalya River. The trai is good though.

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Today you will have very nice and fantastic experience by exploring nive river valley and also you will have extraordinary views Api mountain range along the way. Once you arrive Dhauli Odar, It is a short trek until Dhaule Odhar but we will have night halt here because there is another fantastic place to explore nearby is the Babaye Valley.

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Today it is around 8-9 km up trail to reach Api base camp south through Kali Dhunga lake which takes around 3 hrs. You have plenty of time explore the base camp. You could also explore Mt. Kyapchuli (6580m) and Mt. Nandadevi (7817m). After that you could decide whether spend the night halt at Base camp or return back to Dauli Odar.

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Today we will follow the same way back via Dauli odar to Siti villagge by exploring some local villages picturesque landscape along the way.

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3 Star Hotel

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What's Included?

  • Arrival / Departure airport transfer
  • Kathmandu guided sightseeing tour
  • Kathmandu to Dhangadhi and Simikot to Kathmandu flight fare
  • Well trained western cook with kitchen crews
  • License holder Trekking guide with Camping Crews
  • Camping and Kitchen equipment
  • Mule or Mule driver or Porters for supply
  • Freshly cooked full board food during trekking
  • Accomodation in twin sharing basis while in Kathmandu, Dhangadi & Dhadeldhura
  • Ground transportation by Jeep 
  • Special trekking permit for Api region / Saipal Region
  • Insurance & Expenses for all crews
  • Agency service charge and applicable taxes

Cost Excludes

  • Nepal Visa
  • Personal Expenses
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Travel Insurance of Client
  • Manument entrace fees while Kathmandu sightseeing
  • Tipping to Camping and Kitchen Crews (Expected)
  • Emmergency Evacuation Rescue Cost
  • Others which is not mentioned on the above included items

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Price USD 5270

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