Considered as one of the unique treks with rich flora and fauna with enriching Gurung culture. Explore the off the beaten track which takes you almost at the lap of the Annapurna Range.

Mode of Trekking (Camping Trek) 
12 Days Trip 
8 Days Trek, 4 nights in Hotel.
Introductory to Moderate

Siklis is the largest Gurung village in Nepal . There are stretches of terraced fields and neat slate roofed houses and friendly smiling faces in the Siklis trek. The trail of Siklis trek is easy and passes through oak and rhododendron forests, offering a grand view of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Fishtail Mountains. You may have a chance to witness folk music or dance programs at campsites near local villages in the Siklis trek.

Day 1. In Kathmandu 
Arrive in Kathmandu. Your group leader or the office representative will meet you at the airport and will transfer you to Hotel. Remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Arrangements will be made for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag and down jacket at 5 pm.  
Welcome dinner is organized at 6:30 pm in one of the traditional Nepali restaurants and this is a great opportunity to get acquainted with the fellow group members before the trip.  
 
Day 2.  In Kathmandu 
In the morning we explore Kathmandu on an organized sightseeing tour visiting Boudhanath and Pusupathi Nath, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world and the most famous Hindu temple in the country.  The early afternoon is free to relax in the spacious hotel garden or you may wish to visit Thamel for any last-minute shopping. In the afternoon you will be supplied with trek departure information. 
 
Day 3. Fly to Pokhara and trek to Bhurjung Khola ( 1219m/ 4000ft) 
Your trip starts with your 30-minute flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. During your flight, you will be sightseeing the most magnificent and sensational view of Himalayan range. As your flight lands on Pokhara, you will be mesmerized by the irresistible visual treat of Manaslu and the Annapurna mountain range. After you land to Pokhara our bus will take you to trek starting point via the British Gurkha camp. Today the walk is leisurely. We leave the main road behind and follow the narrow trail through the alder forest. We go past small villages following paddy fields. After walking for 2 and half hours we get to a pleasant spot under the trees where we break for lunch. The path from here to Bhurjung Khola is wide. Before descending to our camp we have a superb view of the valley bottom. Our camp site is a big pasture land not very far from the village. 
 
Day 4. Trek to Ghale Kharka
Next morning we divert from our main trail to do a side trip to a very traditional Gurung village, Ghachok where there are some Ex- British Gurkhas. We then join the main trail. After crossing the river we climb a steep hill which levels off afterwards and then climbs again to Ghale Kharka. 
 
Day 5. Trek to Tara hill 
Today the walk is quite strenuous as it is mostly steep climb to Tara Hill. We follow the beautiful rhododendron forests which are in the full blossom in the spring time. From a good vantage point we can see the hills blanketed by the red colour. After walking for 4 hours we have our lunch on the way. The walk after lunch is still uphill but the worst bit is just before we get to our camp as the trail climbs up steeply to the top of the ridge of Tara Hill. Although the walk is very hard we are compensated by the breath taking view of the mountains all around us. We can see the whole of Annapurna Range along with the Lamjung Himal. 
 
Day 6. Trek to Parje 
After leaving the camp site we start heading downhill following similar kind of vegetation as the previous day. Along the trail we will see Daphne which gives a lovely fragrance when they flower. As we keep heading downhill we join the main trail to Siklish and leave off the beaten track. After a while we will have our lunch near a small hut. The trail continues down hill gently to Parje which is another beautiful campsite with plenty of room for a big number of tents. The view from the camp of the Annapurna Range and Siklish village in the fore ground is stunning. In the evening the trekkers are entertained by the Ama Toli ( Mothers Group) who perform a traditional Nepali songs and dances and the money collected from the tourist is used for renovating trails and help the education system of the area. 
 
Day 7. Trek to Sabi 
From Parje we head down to Sabi Khola which is our next camp. After we leave the camp it is steep down hill to the bottom of the river bed so it can be hard on the knees. There is a plenty of opportunity to see different kind of birds on this part of the trail. In the night we sleep to the sound of the river. 
 
Day 8. Trek to Thulo Kot 
After following the trail to the right bank of the river for 2 and a half hours we stop for lunch. After that we start climbing uphill to Thulo Kot. We camp just below the ridge even though the camp on the top is better looking. The main reason for that is the strong wind in the night time which has blown away our tents in the past. 
 
Day 9. Trek to Begnas Lake 
After we set off we start a steep but short climb to the top of the ridge after which the trail meanders down the valley bottom and to Begnas lake. We are often greeted by the beautiful scarlet minivet and white breasted King Fisher. After we get to our camp at Begnas we organize a farewell party in the evening. 
 
Day 10. To Pokhara  
Boat across the lake and then drive to Pokhara. Overnight in hotel.  
 
Day 11. PKR to KTM 
Early morning fly to Kathmandu .Our office representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Remaining of the afternoon is at leisure to rest, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping or enjoy the sightseeing. In the evening if you wish to go for a last dinner with the group then you are welcome. Stay overnight in Kathmandu. 
 
Day 12. Trip Concludes 
After breakfast, we transfer you to the airport for your flight home.

The day-to-day schedule should be taken only as a general guide. A variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions, difficulty with transportation and politics can lead to enforced changes. Because of this it is not possible to guarantee that any of our holidays will run exactly according to the planned itinerary. The trip leader will make any changes, which are necessary.

There are a variety of interesting extensions you might choose to add on either before or after your trek. These options include:

Chitwan National Park: It provides excellent opportunities to view the rare species such as sloth bear, bison, rhinoceros, leopard and the exclusive tiger. Early morning jungle walks and safaris on elephant back are amongst the most popular activities. The jungle lodge can be reached from Kathmandu either by air or by private vehicle.

White Water Rafting: On the Trisuli or Seti Rivers.

Mount Everest Scenic Flight: An hour flight departs Kathmandu early morning and provides spectacular views of Mount Everest and the surrounding mountains.

Cultural Tour:
Nepal boasts a rich cultural diversity, and it is well worth exploring. The Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal is a dream-world for many and reality for some. Once experienced they can never be forgotten, never dismissed from memory whether ones experience of them is visiting age-old Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries and royal palaces with amazing sculptures, paintings, legends and living rituals. Nepal is not only regarded as "Shangri-la" for adventurers but a scenic revelation and an educational in itself to all visitors. Once seen they become a part of you, habit-forming and intrusive. We have put our best effort to incorporate all cultural delights as well as natural beauty that Nepal has to offer, which you can chose depending on your time availability.

Please contact the Alps in Nepal office if you plan to extend your trip and let us know in advance.

• Expert leadership ( Local Group Leader)
• Accommodation in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis (two people sharing unless single supplement has been requested)
• Trek Map/City Map
• All trek arrangements in the field, including tents, foam sleeping pads, group camping equipment, community cooking gear, services of camp and commissary crew including camp and cook staff.
• Porter for carrying your duffle bags.
• Sherpas' to assist you in the trek.
• Alps in Nepal provides you to use sleeping pillow, down sleeping bag and down jacket, inner liner and most importantly the hot water bag will be given every night to keep you warm.
• All meals included in the trek: morning cup of tea with biscuits, breakfast, lunch (three course meal), afternoon cup of tea with biscuits, dinner (three course meal).
• Gamow bag( a life saving device in altitude)
• National Park entrance fees
• Alps in Nepal t-shirt, duffle bag and a memorable gift package as a souvenir
• Welcome dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant
• Group medical kit
• Airport transfers
• Half day sightseeing tour
• City Guide
• Sight seeing tours entrance fees
• Domestic airport taxes
• All staff Insurance
• Warm clothing and other required trekking gear for porters like Gortex jacket & trousers, trekking shoes / boots, sleeping bag / blanket, woolen hat, woolen gloves, woolen socks, sun glasses etc.

• Your international flights
• Visa fees and visa extension costs
• Medical examination(if required) and vaccination costs
• Personal expenditure, bar bills, laundry, telephone calls etc.
• Tipping at the end of the trip (tipping is a tradition through out Indian sub- continent. The staff works very hard and looks forward to your tip as an indication of a job well done. You should budget around 300 rupees for each trek day. If you wish to tip the leader, please do this in addition to the crew's tip.)
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
• Personal clothing and equipment
• Travel insurance
• Optional trips
• Charges incurred as a result of flight delays or cancellation which is beyond Alps in Nepal's control. Although we provide insurance letter which you can claim to your insurance company.
• Anything not mentioned in the trip cost includes list

The trekking day typically starts at 6:30 a.m. with the appearance of smiling Sherpas at the door of your room or tent bearing a mug of steaming tea or coffee. This is soon followed by a bowl of hot water for washing. During breakfast the porters set off. We start walking after breakfast between 7:30 and 8:30 am. Everyone is free to walk at their pace, which is comfortable for them, stopping along the way to explore villages and take photographs. Lunch will be around 11:00 am and usually takes between 1 and 2 hours. The camping place/lodge is usually reached at around 4 pm. After tea and biscuits are served, and at around 6:30 to 7:00pm the evening meal is ready.

Expert leadership is the key to an exciting, unforgettable experience. We have a very good selection of local leaders who are professionally trained and are among the most experienced in Nepal. Who better to look after you than your professional local leader, who speaks the language and knows the culture, intimately? The following people regularly lead this trek: 
 
Sanjay Gurung: Sanjay is an experienced trek leader who has been in this profession for last sixteen years. Besides trekking all over Nepal he has also led several trips to India and Tibet. His profound knowledge and easy going personality make him an ideal choice to lead treks for Alps in Nepal. 
 
Peter Chettri: Peter holds a very good sense of humour and adventurous spirit which has made him an asset to the company. He was born in Nepal and brought up in Sikkim. As a graduate in Arts, he has a good command over both spoken and written English. He has been leading treks with Alps in Nepal for four years. He has done a first aid training specialised in Acute Mountain Sickness. His excellent leadership has always earned a good reputation to the company. 
 
Ashim Subba:Ashim is a travel enthusiast who has always been keen on adventure. He went to the University in Calcutta and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce. Apart from being fluent in Nepali and English, he also speaks Japanese and has been involved in trekking for last two years. He has completed the first aid training including high altitude medicine. His expertness as a leader is one of the keys to our success.

We recommend that you begin a fitness program as soon as you have decided you are going trekking. Hill walking, up and down the steps, cycling, running and swimming are the main exercises to help prepare you for a trek. It is advisable to see the doctor before you come for trekking. Although we carry a comprehensive medical kit on each and every trips, we recommend our clients to inform us their medical problems in advance if any and also carry their personal first aid kit covering the basics.

Alps in Nepal, combines the best of international standards with the deep knowledge of local experts. It offers you services and an experience that surpass those offered by the large international companies; with the reliability that local outfits lack. With over 15 years of experience we have successfully organized tours and treks for several thousand patrons who can testify the unique class of service we offer. Please feel free to ask us about the selection of your trip or for any further information.