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  • Dawn Cruickshank
  • Ian Taylor
  • Dawn Cruickshank
  • Ian Taylor

Nepal

Hiking in the Annapurna range and Safari in Chitwan National Park Read more
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    November 8, 2025
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    Kathmandu

    November 9, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C

    Arrived safe and sound at Kathmandu. A quick recovery kip. Then out to the madness of the City. So much rebuilding work going on. Many temples already repaired in Durbar Square. Its impressive how the city has engulfed all the historic buildingsRead more

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    Exploring Kathmandu

    November 11, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C

    Walked miles exploring all the alleys in Kathmandu. Bought some prayer flags from a shop and promised the man we would be back for some T Shirts. How on Earth we found our way back I do not know. He was so pleased to see us it was worth itRead more

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    Temples and more Temples

    November 11, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C

    First day of the guided trip . , Visited one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world at Boudhanath, and the most important Hindu temple in the valley at Pashupatinath. Watched very emotional cremations of people. Funeral pyres lined up by the river.Read more

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    Pokhara

    November 12, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ 🌙 18 °C

    Flight to Pokhara . Trip to the Gurkha museum and the International Mountain museum which taught me how to best climb Everest 😜

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    Momo making

    November 13, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ 🌙 18 °C

    Tibetan refugee camp in Tashiling. Established in the 1960s, when hundreds of Tibetans fled instability in their home region, the Tashiling camp is now a permanent home to around 100 families. We Met some of the residents and learned how to make the popular Nepalese snack momos, which originated from Tibet and was introduced to Nepal by the refugees.
    Then travelled up to a Stupa on the hill overlooking Pokhara. Such a peaceful experience. Followed by walking down thousands of steps to cross the lake by boat.    Read more

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    The hiking begins

    November 14, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C

    A nice little 5 mile hike today following a ridgeline in the lower Annapurna foothills with views of the Pokhara Valley. The route then dropped to the Modi River Valley, where Sanctuary Lodge is located. The property has magnificent views of the sacred and unclimbed Fishtail Mountain (or Machhapuchhare, as it is locally known). A quick stroll down to the river in the afternoon. Then relax time 🥂Accommodation: Sanctuary Lodge (3,363ft/1,025m)

    Distance covered: 5mi (8km)

    Ascent: 404ft (123m); Activity 4 hours    Read more

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    Its all uphill from here

    November 15, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 12 °C

    Todays trek started through small farms. Following the Modi River, and with constant views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare ahead, we started to climb the valley towards the mountains.
    A long climb up stone steps, passing through rice fields and forest, . Tonights stay is at Himalaya Lodge in Ghandruk. Himalaya Lodge (6,601ft/2,012m)

    Distance covered: 7mi (11km)

    Ascent: 3,885ft (1,184m); Activity 7 hours    Read more

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    Down then back up again

    November 16, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C

    We can see our next destination Landruk village across the valley. To get there we took an alternatve route than the one that was planned. It was longer but "apparently" less steep a descent and ascent. We crossed the river via a suspension bridge, then started the long trek back up a stone staircase to Landruk. The lodge was amazing , very luxurious with fantastic views whichever way you looked.
    Accommodation: La Bee Lodge (5,135ft/1,565m)

    Distance covered: 9.5mile

    Ascent: 1,827ft (557m); Activity 6 hours    Read more

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    Easy 8 miles

    November 17, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C

    It was an easier walk today on a wide trail with no steep ups or downs, passing through village and farmlands with views of the Annapurnas behind. Passed through Thanchok, a traditional Gurung village. Amazing mountain views from our room at the lodge.

    Accommodation: Gurung/Mala Lodge (4,593ft/1,400m)

    Distance covered: 8mile

    Ascent: 1,355ft (413m); Activity 5 hours    Read more

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    Dhampus

    November 18, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C

    Another morning of thousands of steps. One and a half hours uphill brought us to a short section on a forest trail and the main trail at Potana. We stopped for a cuppa / beer at Australia Camp, a collection of lodges with panoramic views of Machhapuchhare, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu. We then descended the ridge to Dhampus.
    The views from our room are yet again amazing we can see all the way to Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhare, Annapurnas 4 and 2, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu.

    Accommodation: Dhampus/Basanta Lodge (5,003ft/1,525m)

    Distance covered: 6mi (10km)

    Ascent: 1,893ft (577m); Activity 4 hours    Read more

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    To Chitwan we go

    November 20, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C

    Another beautiful sunrise over the mountains. A 2 hour walk along the ridge and then descending on a stone staircase through the wooded hillside and terraced farmland. A beautiful finish to the walk.
    Back to Pokhara to pick up the rest of the luggage. Then a five-hour drive to Chitwan. Along the way, we are accompanied, in parts, by the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers. The road heads towards Kathmandu for about 56mi (90km) before turning south to Chitwan National Park.
    Once again fabulous accomodation . An afternoon walk to the local indigenous village to watch the sunset and spot any wildlife.    Read more

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    Safari

    November 20, 2025 in Nepal ⋅ 🌙 17 °C

    Today we explored the Chitwan jungle. In a traditional dugout canoe made from a single tree trunk along the Rapti River.
    Then on a jeep safari through Chitwan National Park. We saw several deer species, lots of birds, and the endangered one-horned rhinos but did not see the very rare Bengal tiger.

    In the evening, we watched a traditional stick dance performance, an important part of Tharu culture. The dance was performed by members of the Tharu community, who use long sticks to create an engaging, energetic performance. It is believed to have originated as a means of protecting the Tharu communities from various threats, including wildlife and evil spirits, and is now a celebration of Tharu identity and a way to preserve and showcase their cultural heritage.    Read more

    Trip end
    November 22, 2025
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