Annapurna amuses all the trekkers with its magnificent beauty, alluring landscape, the mountain massifs and the humble locals along the way proudly showcasing their tradition. Annapurna has become a popular trekking destination among various travelers who seek the best out of what Nepal and the Himalayan culture it has to offer. Here are few pointers giving you an idea on the financial sections and few tips on where and how to save money during trekking.
- Getting in and out. Nepal is a popular tourist destination for those seeking for adventures along with peaceful scenery. Most that travel here come with a motive of personal enlightenment. Perhaps they do get enlightened, but with the beauty of the nature and purity of the humble hearts of locals up in the mountains. To travel to Nepal is easy since many countries have a visa on arrival system. Nevertheless, planning your trip beforehand and constantly checking airfare prices for a economy flight is the best way to avoid unwanted experiences. You can also get in to Nepal by road Via the Indian boarders.
- Choose the right agency to trek with. Selecting your trekking company wisely is a crucial point for any trek. There are both pros and cons while planning out a trek in a foreign land and a trekking company will help you guide your way through the hassle. Along with it, selecting a company with in-depth knowledge and years of experience in the particular field also counts. Count on prior references from your colleagues who’ve been trekking to Annapurna and also compare the agencies yourself. The major lookout would be comparing services with the cost.
- Keeping an eye on the facilities. Most companies charge a certain amount for the services they provide to make your trip comfortable. We at desire Adventures do the same but with a jest of giving you the local experience. From welcome and farewell dinners to providing helping local certified tour/trek guides, we expertise in giving you the best for the price you pay.
- Eating like a local. Like the famous saying goes, “Dal Bhat power, 24 hours!” the meals mostly include of local Nepali food consisting of rice and lentils with vegetables. Desire Adventures offers a package of proving all meals during the trek and breakfast during your stay in Pokhara and Kathmandu. While you can enjoy the authentic Nepali food along the trails of Annapurna, you might also want to check your pockets to spend some more in the cities which are filled with cafes and restaurants.
- During your treks and your stay in the city, your accommodation will be provided by your agency. The accommodation depends upon the type of package you choose. For example; in a Luxury Annapurna Trek, you will be staying in 4/5 stay hotels in the cities and equally facilitated hotels in the trek. Since the Annapurna trek is commercialized, there are numerous hotels along the trail that will serve you their best. Nevertheless, if you choose an economy trek, you will be accommodated in a tourist standard lodge. You can always choose to customize your accommodation and choose your own hotel and we will help you to reach out to them.
- Snack it up! During your trek, you might want to munch on granola bar or trail mix. As you go higher up in the mountains, so does the price worth of the snacks and bars. Since the porters have to carry goods for days up in the North, the prices tend to stack up. Thus, carrying your own snacks, water bottle and purifier while trekking is a good idea to save some money.
- Insurance and health care is a must. It is advisable to get a health insurance while travelling in any country around the world for your own safety. Likewise, trekking in the mountains of Nepal can be challenging due to AMS (Accute mountain sickness) and change of climate, food habits and psychological alter. Thus, getting a health insurance and and insurance for helicopter evacuation is strongly recommended.