Trip Info
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Min 2 Max 12
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Moderate+Demanding
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March-April-May, Oct-Nov
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2,650 meters (8,694 feet)
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18-Days/ !7 Nights
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Tourist Bus & Public Bus
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Hotels/ Teahouse & Camping
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All meals are included
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Guerrilla Trek Highlights
- Myagdi-Baglung trek & rich biodiversity & wildlife
- Less crowded new destination
- The largest Rhododendron forest in the world
- Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve – the only one in Nepal
- A vast collection of ethnic communities: Thakali, Tibetan, Chhetri, Gurung, Brahmin, Newar, Kshetri and Magar
- Historically significant guerilla trail of the Maoist insurgents.
A region where Maoist revolutionaries called home! An interesting historical pilgrimage and a stunning natural wonderland combined into this region. This is a distinctly different trek that follows the path of the Maoist guerillas during Nepal’s insurgency from 1996 -2006. It is new and in a remote area of western Nepal in the Rukum and Rolpa regions.
You will feel and hear of how villagers became an inescapable part of this war. This is a historical and rewarding adventure into a region rich in culture and natural beauty, with raging rivers, waterfalls, lakes such as Kamala Daha (Lotus Lake), dense jungle, caves and wildlife.
It is ironic that the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, the only one in Nepal, is located within this area. It is also where Yarshagumba, a natural type of Viagra is found. Where, it is home to various ethnic people, such as Gurung, Magar, Newar, Kshetri and Brahmin each with its own cultural beliefs and customs.
The trek begins in the town of Beni in the Magdi district passing through Baglung and through the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve with its dense pine forests, and then progresses to the districts of Rukum and Rolpa. The altitude ranges from 800m at Chaurijahari to the 7245m Pyutha Himal (7245m range).
Along the trail are some incredible jaw-dropping views of the Dhaulagiri Range and expansive views over meadows where buffalo and cows graze. It has been gaining popularity due to a map and trekking guide published in 2012 by the Maoist leader Puspa Kamal Dahal (Prachanda).
Customize Your Guerrilla Trek:
- This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The Guerrilla trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please contact us.
18-Day Guerrilla Trek Itinerary
We recommend that you schedule your arrival in Kathmandu in the morning or afternoon. This will give you enough time to relax and recover from jet lag before starting your adventure. Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. After you have freshened up, in the evening! Get familiar with your surroundings by taking a walk down the street. Visit to Thamel, the main tourist hub. Overnight at Kathmandu's in a Hotel.
In the morning, you will visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath, as part of a guided sightseeing tour. The tour lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours. In the afternoon, you will be briefed by your guide about the upcoming adventure. If you have any doubts, check your equipment and spend the night in Kathmandu.
After breakfast, you depart Kathmandu for Pokhara, the lake city of Nepal. The journey will take about 6 hours and will stop for lunch at a typical Nepali roadside cafe on the way. Upon arrival in Pokhara, transfer to the hotel where you stretch your legs and relax for some time. Rest of the time, you can also take a stroll around Phewa Lake, the lake city, Pokhara, is also a wonderful city to explore. Overnight at 3 star hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Beni, the starting point of the guerrilla trek. The drive from Pokhara to Beni covers about 90 kilometers, providing a glimpse of rural Nepali life. Overnight at hotel.
Your day begins with a 24km road trip from Beni to Darbang on an unsealed road. Beni is the headquarters of the Myagdi District. From Darbang you will start trekking under the shadow of the Guraj Himal. Tonight you will stay in a homestay.
Today you trek for six to seven hours along a trail that becomes more stunning by the hour. Along the trail you can listen and learn from villagers who experienced life under the Maoists. Tonight you will stay at Lamsung Village ina tented camp.
Leaving Lamsung you ascend through a thick pine forest that is home to many musk deer. On the ridge, you have a panoramic view of pastureland and the Dhaulagiri Range and in the west Churen Himal. After six hours on the trail, you arrive at Gurjhagat Village where you stay the night in a tented camp.
The trail of five to six hours today takes you through a former Tibetan refugee camp that was constructed by the Swiss in the 1950s. You also cross into the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve that is home to various species, such as mountain goat and blue sheep. Tonight you will stay here at Dhorpatan Village overnight.
After breakfast, you have a five-hour trek ahead of us today through an area abundant with birdlife, such as Nepal’s national emblem the pheasant. This is a seasonal grazing ground during the rainy season. You will stay overnight at Nisi Dhor.
You have a five to six-hour trek today and head through dense forested areas. You arrive at Tallo Sera where you will stay overnight.
After breakfast, today you follow the trail for six to seven hours before reaching Rujhikhola where you will stay the night.
A five hours trek takes to Thabang, well known as the center of the Maoist revolution. The village suffered extensive damage during the uprising. The people here are extremely friendly and welcoming. Tonight you will stay here.
It will take you six to seven hours today to reach Jaljala. The highest point in Jaljala is Mt. Dharampani (3600m). There are some great views of and there is a great view from Api Saipal (7132m) to the west and Dhaulagiri in the east. Tonight you will stay at Jaljala.
Today you follow the trail to Sulichaur in the Rolpa district which was a Maoist base during the ten-year insurgency. It is still home to Maoists and a good place to further your understanding of the insurgency. Tonight you will stay at Sulichaur.
Today you will have a 12 to 13-hour drive back to Kathmandu by bus.
Enjoy a leisurely day. Participating in a day tour in Kathmandu is a pleasant plan. You can also go shopping in Thamel, a tourist hub where you can buy souvenir items like handicrafts and art for your family. Please do not hesitate to let us know if you would like to extend your stay. Kindly contact us from Email or WhatApp for more details on extensions.
Your adventure ends today - but your memories will last a lifetime! One of our representatives will drop you up at the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. You will have plenty of time to plan your next adventure on the way home. Stay tuned! Safe Journey!! We hope to see you again.
Guerrilla Trek 18-Days Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Kathmandu to Beni and Silachour to Kathmandu Transportation by Bus.
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast for 4 nights
- 1 night hotel accommodation in pokhara with breakfast (3-star hotel)
- Best Possible Teahouse/ Tent Camp accommodation during the trek
- All Meals -3 Meals a day (breakfast, Lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Government License holder English and Trekking’s experienced qualified trekking guide,(4 or above trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and porter to help trekkers luggage. (2 trekkers:1 porter "10 kg per trekker max limit")
- Strong, helpful Sherpa porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people).
- Coverage of Guides and Porters, Their meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, flight and other necessary equipment.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) Fee.
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee.
- All government, Local taxes and official Expenses
- Assistance in arranging rescue operation in case of complicated health condition (funded by travel insurance)
- Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) which will ensure your health during the trek.
- All ground transportation including airport transfers
Cost Excludes
- International flight tickets and Nepal entry visa fee
- Visa: (easy to obtain the visa on arrival in Airport – Kathmandu). $30 USD for 15-day, $50 USD for 30 Days, and $125 USD for 90 Days visa
- Meals lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and pokhara
- Personal treking & Equipment
- Personal expenses. Additional expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as other events beyond control.
- Drinks except tea and coffee. (Bar Bill, laundry and telephone calls.)
- Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory
- Tips for treks guide and porter (it is appreciated)
- All the costs and expenses which are not listed in "cost includes" will be counted as Exclude
13-Days Trip Cost Details
- The trip cost always depends on group size, hotel accommodation category and client’s desire budget
- The included itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which AlpineTrav you. This trip itinerary can be modified according to your time and requirements
- The itinerary shall be changed after an understanding between both AlpineTrav and the client. Additional activities could be either added or reduced as per client’s request before the trip confirmation
- Price shall be adjusted in our mutual understanding, if the client intends to add some services we shall charge him/ her for those additional services and if he/she intends to lessen some services, we shall wave the charges accordingly
- The Guerrilla Trek itinerary has been published in 3-star hotel and teahouse/camping services for better understanding of the customers.
Please contact us on WhatsApp: +9779860751012 for any information about in your selected package.
Useful Info
Please take care to note: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather, the health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The trek guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu. During the trek, you will be staying at teahouse/lodge. You may not find comfort and better quality teahouse -During the trek, You sleep in the very simple tea house/tent and your guide, cook staff will pick the best Camping site with a nice view of the Himalaya.
Meals during the trek
In Kathmandu, your hotel includes breakfast, whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the trek. A staple food of these mountain regions are potatoes, oats, buckwheat, Sherpa stew and Tibetan bread. There is a limited choice of food at higher elevations and except many potato dishes. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates – an excellent source of energy needed at high altitudes.
Transportation
You will use a private car for sightseeing and for the airport to hotel pick and drop off. You do not have to use public transportation or local buses during the trek.
Physical Fitness
Guerrilla Trek is a moderate to challenging trek where you will be walking for 6-7 hours a day. You will need some experience in trekking or hiking but it is always a good idea if you have done any kind of trekking activities! We have met people from all walks of life, shapes and sizes who have completed the trek. The only difficult part is the risk of altitude sickness and the effect it can have on your body. It would be good if you can prepare yourself physically by increasing your stamina and oxygen intake before going to Nepal.
FAQs About Guerrilla Trek
The Guerilla Trekking is a unique and historically significant trekking route in Nepal. It follows the footsteps of the Maoist rebels during the Nepalese Civil War and provides an opportunity to learn about the country’s recent history while enjoying the natural beauty of the region.
The duration of the Guerilla Trek can vary depending on the specific itinerary and your fitness level. Generally, it takes around 14-18 days to complete the trek. This includes trekking through remote villages, dense forests, terraced fields, and experiencing the local culture and lifestyle.
Guerilla Trek is considered a moderate to challenging trek, suitable for experienced trekkers with a good level of fitness. The trail involves steep uphill and downhill sections, walking on rugged and rocky terrain, and crossing rivers. Some parts of the trek can be physically demanding, so it is important to be prepared and have prior trekking experience.
The best time to go on a Guerilla trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months offer pleasant weather, clear skies, and beautiful landscapes. The monsoon season (June to August) should be avoided due to the possibility of heavy rain, mudslides, and slippery trails.
Yes, you will need a permit to trek in the Guerilla Trek area. The trek falls under the restricted area, so you will need to obtain a special permit called the “Restricted Area Permit.” This permit can be obtained through a registered local trekking agency in Nepal.
While it is not mandatory to hire a guide and porter for a Guerilla trek, it is highly recommended, especially due to the remote and less traveled nature of the trails. A guide can provide valuable information about the trail, local culture, and historical significance. A porter can carry your heavy backpack, so you can trek lighter and enjoy the journey.
Accommodation during a Guerrilla trek is basic and is often in teahouses or guesthouses along the trail. These provide simple rooms with shared facilities such as bathrooms and toilets. The teahouses also provide food, including local and basic international dishes. However, as the trek is less popular, food and accommodation is very limited in some areas.
Guerrilla trekking does not involve hiking at very high altitudes, so the risk of altitude sickness is minimal. However, it is important to acclimatize well, especially if you are coming from a lower altitude. To avoid any altitude-related problems, take rest days, drink plenty of water, and listen to your body.
While it is possible to do a Guerrilla trek alone, it is not recommended due to the remote and less traveled nature of the trails. Having a guide can provide additional safety and navigational support, especially in areas where the trail may not be well marked. It is also a good idea to let someone know about your hiking plans and to carry a reliable map or GPS device.
The following information will give you some ideas on what to bring for a hike. It is important not to forget the essential items, as this will determine your comfort and safety on the hike. Equally important is that you do not burden yourself with unnecessary equipment on the hike. That is why we have listed some below.
General
- All season sleeping bag and down Jacket
- Duffle bag
- A wind and waterproof thin layered jacket
- Daypack
Upper Body- Head / Ears / Eyewear
- A pair of half gloves
- A warmer hat that covers the ears
- Sunglasses
- Neckwarmer
- Sunscreen (35 to 60 SPF)
- Headlamp and an extra set of batteries
Hands
- A pair of half gloves for walking poles(if you prefer)
- Warmer shell gloves and liner
Upper Body
- long sleeve t-shirts
- Thermal tops
- wool jacket or pullover
- Sports bras for women and girls
- Water and windproof shell jacket
Lower Body
- Thermal underwear (especially trousers)
- windproof and waterproof trousers
- warmer trousers
- Comfortable trekking pants
- Extra casual sport pants
Footwear
- A pair of good waterproof trekking boots
- Pair of sandals
- 4-5 pairs of woolen socks
- Sock liners
- Light shoes and sneakers
- First Aid Kits and Medicines
- Assorted adhesive bandages (fabric preferred)
- Blister treatment cream or similar
- Insect / anti-itch ointment
- Ibuprofen or other pain-relief medication
- Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness)
- Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
- Water purifying pills
(Note that our guide will carry medicine and first aid kit during the trek. However, we recommend that you bring your own personal first aid kit as well)
Miscellaneous – but must useful on the trek
- 4 passport size photos with original passport
- Water bottle & filter
- Flight details
- Bathroom kit (conform, should be included toilet paper, plastic bags, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.)
Extra things
- Comfortable trekking poles
- Quality energy dry foods (up to you)
- Power bank and music players
- Camera (memory card, chargers, and extra batteries)
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