The Royal Trek
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- Duration 8 Days
- Trip Grade Easy
- Trip Destination Kathmandu Pokhara Chisapani Chitwan
- Starts at Kathmandu
- Ends at Kathmandu
- Trip Type Tea house trek
- Transport Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus
- Accommodation Teahouse
Highlights
- Panoramic view of mountains like Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and many more
- Going from one district to another will make you experience variations in climate, temperature, and weather along with varying vegetation
- Exotic flora and fauna
- View of waterfalls, ponds, lakes, and human settlements
- In some seasons, the breeding view of animals can also be observed
- Night-roaming experiences along with some existing rites like sugarcane firing, worshiping the bonfire, and many more (if you visit the place during the time of Shivaratri)
- Heart-warming lakeside view in Pokhara
The Royal Trek is one of the shortest treks and is recommended for both beginners and expert trekkers who are limited by time and unable to trek further. It follows a trail lined with bushes around the foothills of Annapurna, Machapuchre, Langtang, and Machapuchre, as well as hillside rice terraces. The trip begins in the city of beautiful lakes (Pokhara), goes through picturesque Gurung villages, and concludes in Chitwan National Park's wilderness. This trek provides opportunities for significant cultural encounters with the various communities and cultures that occupy this region's breathtaking terrain.
The package is named after Prince Charles, who traveled through the region. The trek is short and easy, and it gives you great views of the mountains around you, ridge walking, forests, rice fields, and a variety of communities. The last part of the itinerary says that Royal Chitwan National Park is home to 56 types of mammals, such as the one-horned rhinoceros, leopard, Bengal tiger, sloth bear, wild elephant, striped hyena, Gangetic dolphin, and wild bison.
Apart from a large number of avian species, the park contains an estimated number of fish, butterflies, reptiles, and other animals. According to recent study, nearly one-third of Nepal's entire population resides in Chitwan. For further details, please visit Nepal Jungle Safari.
This itinerary can be separated into two distinct parts: a 2-night 3-day jungle safari in Nepal, and a 5-day hiking expedition in Nepal. We can tailor the itinerary to your preferences. The Royal Trek offers a glimpse into short trekking in Nepal, while the Chitwan Jungle Safari provides an opportunity to experience Nepal's wildlife in style.
Itinerary
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Early morning, we start our journey with a drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by car or van or bus. The choice of vehicle depends upon you. It will take about 4 to 5-hour drive to reach there. You can view the pleasuring greenery, mountains, and villages on the right side of the road. Reaching Pokhara will offer other magnificent views of mountains like Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), five peaks of Annapurna range, and many more. After checking in and refreshing up, sauntering around the lakeside valley, enjoying activities like fishing, boating and swimming in the lakes (Taal in Nepali) and roaming around the city in the evening will be enjoyable and pleasant. Stay overnight in a hotel in Pokhara.
Today, early in the morning, after having breakfast, we drive to Bijaypur Khola (river) to begin our walk for an hour via horizontal paddy fields and cross the river. After crossing the river, our actual march starts by ascending to Kalikasthan. The dinner will be provided in the middle of the trek. Reaching kalikasthan is followed by exploring the surrounding areas after having rest for some time. Stay overnight at local guesthouse.
After having breakfast, we start our trial to Syaglung through the ridge of the mountain which offers very attractive views of Mount Annapurna and Lamjung Himal (mountain). This day, we explore rhododendron forests, many villages observing the people around along with their culture, tradition, religion, and way of living. Stay overnight in a local guesthouse.
This area is covered with people of Gurung community. Walking through this Gurung village gives you great opportunity to view their local lifestyle, culture, tradition, dances, and religions. We move onward playing hide and seek with the rhododendron and Sal trees. After walking halfway, we come to the descent of 400m then again 600m ascent which will finally take us to our destination, Chisapani. This place is the best spot to see the Himalayan panorama of Dhaulagiri to the west of Annapurna. Stay overnight in a local guesthouse.
Today, we walk halfway down the hill to reach Rupa Tal and again ascend towards Sundare Danda which is about 200m upward from the place where we start to ascend. Again we walk down for about 15 minutes to Begnas Tal where we enjoy boating for about an hour. After that, we return back to Pokhara and check in at the hotel. There you will have an option of either taking rest or be exploring the Lakeside area. Stay overnight at hotel.
Today in the morning after breakfast, we head towards Chitwan National Park from Pokhara. It is just 86km away from Pokhara and will take about 4 to 5 hours to reach there. You can have the choice of bus/private van or car as your mode of transportation. After arrival in the park, we will move towards the local hotel for some rest and refreshment which is followed by exploring around in short distance. After returning back, you will be offered Nepali food with some extra activities like dancing, singing and many more.
Today, we will move towards the lake and view the beautiful moment of fishes moving here and there. Fishing can also be done. You can explore the jungle area making the group as well. After having breakfast, we will move further for jungle safari enjoying beautiful flora and fauna, vegetation and diverse ecosystem as well. Then, we return back to the hotel and take rest. Arrangements of bonfire and barbecue will also be done along with some entertainment activities like singing, dancing, and many more. Stay overnight hotel.
The average distance between Royal Chitwan national park and Kathmandu is 158.4km. It will take about 6 hours to reach Kathmandu from the park by roadway via East-West Highway / AH2. After having breakfast, we will move to Kathmandu. Lunch will be served on the halfway in the local hotel. After reaching Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your respective hotel and with this, our memorial journey of the Royal Trek will conclude.
Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.
What's Included
Domestic and International Airport Pickup and Drop-Off Services
Accommodations Services
2 Night in Pokhara Hotel (Twin Sharing, BB Plan)
6 Nights in Local Tea Houses/lodges (Twin Sharing Basis)
Trekking Permits
Pivate Transportation Services
Food Services
8 days of Breakfast: Local and Continental Choicefrom Tea House Menu
8 days of Lunch: Simple and Light Lunch in Tea houses
7 days of Dinner: Veg and Non-Veg Meals from the local tea houses Menu
Guide/Porter Services
English-speaking government-licensed guide (Minimum 10 Years’ Experience)
All Meals for the guide or porter
Insurances for Guide & Porter
Well-Paid Salary as Per Government Rates
Local Sherpa for Carrying Luggage (Up to 20 KGs Max)
First-Aid Kit Box Carried by Our Team
Trekking Porter Services (Available on Fixed Departure dates; 2 Guests Share 1 Porter)
What's Excluded
- Your travel insurance ( Travel insurance is compulsory to take an adventure trip and it must be covered both medical & emergency evacuation with the worth of USD100, 000.00 minimum.
- Nepal entry visa fees
- Any kind of drinks (tea, coffee, water, hot water, etc) and of bar bills (alcoholic beverages)
- Hot shower, WIFI, any electronic battery charges during only in trekking
- Tips and gratitude to your guides, porters, and drivers
- Extra night accommodation or meals in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure and early return from trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Availability & Private Trip
For those interested in joining a group tour, we offer a fixed departure date. However, if you prefer to choose your own date for the trip, we encourage you to explore our Book a Private Trip section, which provides the flexibility of booking on any day of your choice, as private trips offer daily availability.
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Best time to visit
The best time to go for the Royal Trek is from October to March and from March to May. The temperature of the place remains balmy 25oC. During this time, you can observe various animals and birds closely. The skies will be clear which will add more satisfactory experience for the travelers. The view of mountains, lakes, rivers, the small waterfall, foggy morning, and overall ecosystem is also the major attraction during these seasons.
Things to carry during Royal Trek
- Valid passport, passport-sized photos (2 with the clear view of face and ear), airline tickets
- Credit cards, cash, ATM, and other monetary materials
- Rucksack bag and suitcase
- Windcheaters
- Shade hats or caps
- Light thermal tops
- Handwarmer
- Sports bras for women (synthetic, no cotton) and extra underwears for all (no cotton)
- Hiking shorts
- Cotton socks
- Toiletry kit
- Pocket knife
- Water purifier iodine tablets or polar-pure crystals
- Bandanas
- Binoculars (optional)
- Lightweight pillow
- Travel games, books, iPod (optional)
- Trail map and guidebook
Royal Trek Itinerary
This is the fresh itinerary designed for the convenience of travelers. The itinerary can be changed or modified as per your demand. It can be split into two parts, one is 2-3 days Jungle safari and another is 5 days short hiking which can be done as per your wish.
