{"id":8383,"date":"2019-03-13T10:50:30","date_gmt":"2019-03-13T10:50:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/?p=8383"},"modified":"2019-08-22T09:33:41","modified_gmt":"2019-08-22T08:33:41","slug":"trekking-in-the-annapurna-foothills-in-nepal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/2019\/03\/trekking-in-the-annapurna-foothills-in-nepal\/","title":{"rendered":"Trekking in the Annapurna Foothills"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nepal is a hikers paradise. Combining stunning peaks, tranquil lakes and charming villages, it remains a popular destination for adventure travellers. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/destinations\/asia\/nepal\">Nepal<\/a> is home to 8 out of 10 of the world\u2019s highest peaks, including the monstrous Mount Everest!\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trekking in the Annapurna Foothills is a popular activity amongst the adventurous out there who don\u2019t wish to take on the highest mountain in the world, but still want to experience the beauty of the Nepal Himalaya. While it requires a decent level of fitness, the treks are gentle and you will stay in comfortable mountain lodges in the heart of nature, and pass incredible mountain vistas, snow capped peaks and deep valleys. The terrain here can vary drastically, from subtropical jungle to dry landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8386\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8386\" style=\"width: 682px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8386\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal.jpg\" alt=\"Rice Paddies in Nepal\" width=\"682\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8386\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Trekking in the Annapurna Foothills in Nepal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Thinking about booking a Tucan Travel tour that includes trekking in the Annapurna Foothills? Here are some fast facts you might like to know!<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our base will be the town of Pokhara, located in central Nepal and known as the gateway to the Annapurna Circuit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Our tours include 2 days of trekking in the foothills and 2 nights spent in mountain lodges.<\/li>\n<li>The first day of trekking covers roughly 11 km with mostly uphill terrain and the second day covers around 20 km but with flat or downhill terrain.<\/li>\n<li>A local guide will accompany the group to explain the flora and fauna you pass and porters will assist carrying your overnight bags.<\/li>\n<li>Your main luggage will remain at the hotel in Pokhara.<\/li>\n<li>Your overnight items will be placed in a duffel bag and carried by porters. You will only require a small day pack with your essentials (sun block, camera, phone, snacks etc)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8387\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8387\" style=\"width: 682px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8387\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-4.jpg\" alt=\"A path along the Annapurna Circuit \" width=\"682\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-4.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-4-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8387\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Trekking along the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>What should I pack for trekking in the Annapurna Foothills?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should only pack what you need for 2 days\/2 nights and always ensure you double check the weather depending on what month you are trekking in. Below is a list of recommended items to bring in your overnight bag. <\/span><b>Please Note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that all of the below items can be bought from Pokhara if necessary, however it is cheaper and safer to try and be as prepared as possible in advance. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 pair of comfortable, worn in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/experiences\/walking-and-hiking-tours#boots-and-shoes-for-hiking\">hiking shoes<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 pairs of trekking, cotton or woollen, socks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 fleece jacket or pullover<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 pair of hiking trousers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 pieces of long sleeve t-shirts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 rain and wind protection jacket and trousers (for June\/July and December\/January)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thermal underwear (for October &#8211; January) <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 woollen hat (for October &#8211; January) <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 gloves (for October &#8211; January)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hat \/cap (for all seasons, cap for sun protection or hat for winter)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun block (especially April &#8211; July when temperatures can reach 34DC)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toiletries and any personal medicine <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun glasses <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 mini torch<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8388\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8388\" style=\"width: 682px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-5.jpg\" alt=\"What to pack for trekking in Nepal\" width=\"682\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-5.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nepal-5-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8388\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Packing the right equipment is essential when trekking in the Annapurna Foothills<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a herf=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/hiking-in-nepal\">Trekking in the Annapurna Foothills<\/a> is a highlight for many who visit Nepal. With some of the most beautiful scenery in the world it is not to be missed by adventure and nature lovers! Tucan Travel operate three tours that include trekking in the Annapurna Foothills; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/tour\/highlights-of-nepal\/inhn\">Highlights of Nepal<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/tour\/india-to-nepal\/inin\">India to Nepal<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tucan.travel\/tour\/wonders-of-india-and-nepal\/inwi\">Wonders of India and Nepal.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Emma is the Marketing Executive at Tucan Travel. She has travelled both solo and on group tours through Europe, Scandinavia, Southeast Asia and New Zealand. You can view her Linkedin <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.linkedin.com\/in\/emma-nelson-25b724168\">here<\/a>.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nepal is a hikers paradise. Combining stunning peaks, tranquil lakes and charming villages, it remains a popular destination for adventure travellers. 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