Un petit retour d’expérience suite à notre trek autour des Annapurnnas du 6 au 28 novembre…
Tout d’abord, ce trek est magnifique, avec un coup de cœur pour l’option du Lac de Tilicho qui est vraiment grandiose par la géologie du sentier d’accès, la proximité des glaciers et beauté du lac.
Programme du voyage :
- 3 jours à Kathmandu
- 1 jour de 4x4 kathmandu-bhubulle (7h30 pour 180 km)
- 15 jours de trek
- 1 jour de 4x4 Pokhara-kathmandu (7h00 pour 160 km !
- 1 jour à kathmandu
Team :
- 2 couples de 50 ans de condition physique correcte sans être pour certains de gros sportifs et marcheusr occasionnels n’ayant jamais fait de gros trek, encore moins en haute montagne…
- Nous avions choisi de prendre un guide porteur et un porteur, ce qui n’est pas une nécessité mais quand même très pratique…sur les conseils d’un ami ayant déjà fait des trek au Népal, nous avons pris contact avec son guide, Nurpu et son frére Galsing .
- Nous n’avons pas regretté ce choix tant leur aide a été précieuse et leur gentillesse admirable ; il vous guide, conseille, trouve les guest house, aide à préparer les repas et à vos petits soins en permanence.
- Prévoyez leur sac à dos avec 15 kg maxi.
- Prix : 15 euros par jour/personne, leurs repas et couchages sont pris en charge par les hôtes
Budget :
- Prévoyez de retirer votre argent en France et de le changer sur place pour éviter les taxes !
- Si pas de Roupies, ils vous parlent en dollars……et pour eux, un euros= un dollars…
- Prévoyez un budget de 25 euros/ jours/pers, (petit dej/dej/nuit/thés. Le basique !) les prix flambent là où le touriste passe…. (500 Rps une assiette de Momo à Thamel, 400 sur le trek et 50 ailleurs…) ( 1 euros=117 Rps )
- Pour le transport, en 4x4, Kathmandu –Bhubulle -Pokhara-kathmandu : 18 à 20000 Rps et Muktinath-Tatopani : 9000 Rps
Packtage :
- Habillé par Décathlon et largement suffisant à part si vous aimez payez 2 fois plus cher…
- Faites simple et léger…2 tenues maxi : une pour le beau temps, pantalon léger, 1er couche mérinos et polaire et ceux jusqu’au sommet du thorung la pass !
- Une tenue pour la pluie ou grand froid : sous pantalon mérinos, pantalon goretex, veste polaire en duvet, veste gore tex.
- 1 sous couche de rechange, 3 slips, 3 paires de chaussette, 1 bonnet, gants polaire et de ski, bâtons de marche, sac à dos de 50 l, une gourde avec pastilles Micropur.
- 1 très bon duvet (nous : Simond Décathlon à 200 euros -8 confort/ -15 limite/-35 extrême)
Kathmandu :
- Logé au Lodge Garden house à Thamel-Paknajol , calme et au rapport qualité prix tres intéressant. patron Français.
- Sinon ville bruyante, fourmilière humaine, pollution et poussière omniprésente…
- Nous avons vu : Bodnath et swayambunath, très beaux temples bouddhiste, Patan et Durbar square, vieille ville en ruine suite au tremblement de terre…les crémations de Bagmati, morbide…et Thamel, ou plutôt North Face avenue par la concentration de magasins de contrefaçon, bof….préférez la vieille ville et son labyrinthe de ruelles…
- Dernier point, la sortie et entrée de ville vers le trek….des kilomètres de bouchons dans la poussière et la pollution. Un enfer pour une unique route et un passage de col…entonnoir garanti d’où les 7 à 8 heures pour faire 180 km….si pas d’accident ou panne au milieu !
Parcours :
- Jour 1 : Bhubulle – Chamje : 8 h
- Jour 2 : Chamje – Bagarchap : 7h30
- Jour 3 : Bagarchap – Chame : 5h30
- Jour 4 : Chame – Upper pisang : 4h30
- Jour 5 : Upper pisang –Braka : 6h30
- Jour 6 : Braka – Sheree Kharka : 5h30
- Jour 7 : Sheree kharka – Tilicho bas camp :3h
- Jour 8 : Tilicho basa camp – Lac Tilicho – Sheree Kharka :8h
- Jour 9 : Sheree Kharka – Letdar : 5h30
- Jour 10 : Letdar – Thorung high camp : 3h30
- Jour 11 : Thorung high camp – Thorung la pass – Muktinath : 7h30
- Jour 12 : Muktinath – Tatopani : 6h en 4x4
- Jour 13 : Tatopani – Ghorepani : 8h
- Jour 14 Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Nayapul : 9h puis 4x4 à Pokhara: 1h30
Nous avons choisi des options par rapport au circuit habituel:
- Jour 5 en passant par les villages de Ghyaru et Ngawal : magnifique village par sentier monotrace plutôt que par la piste Lower Pisqang – Manang.
- Jour 6 -7-8 en allant voir le Lac du Tilicho, ce qui est pour l’ensemble du team, la plus belle chose que l’on ai vu pendant le trek…certains trekkeurs qui n’ont pas le temps préfèrent faire le Lac et continuer sur Jomoson ( 11h) plutôt que de faire le Thorung la pass …nous sommes à 100% d’accord ! La vallée du thorung est beaucoup moins jolie sauf l’idée de faire une Photo au Thorung la pass histoire de passer à 5400m ! ( 5200 max par le Lac…)
- Jour 13 -14 : option Poon Hill en deux jours : Dantesque ! si vous aimez les escaliers…
Premier jour, Tatopani –Ghorepani en 8 heures pour 1600 m + dont les ¾ en escalier…pffff
Deuxiéme jour, 1h d’escalier à la frontale pour rejoindre Poon Hill et puis 8 heures de descentes sur Nayapul et presque tout en escalier….re pffffff !!
Vous vous en souviendrez toute votre vie !
Santé :
- - Pharmacie : doliprane-diamox-antibio large spectre-pansements-désinfectant- anti ampoules- anti diarrhéique.
- En gros vous allez bien avoir une cagagne pendant le séjour et surtout vous aurez mal au crane vers les 3 -4000….et plus vous montez plus les nuits sont difficiles…autant les jours sont incroyablement beaux malgré des petits maux de tête ou essoufflement mais les nuits sont quand même difficile...à partir de 17h tout commence à geler, les douches froides, lieu commun à peine tiède de 18 à 20 h et puis re-froid…du coup à 20 h tout le monde dans les duvets …vers 2h du mat tu ne dors plus, tu as mal au crane, peur de faire un œdème, prie pour ne pas aller pisser dehors par – 15 et tu languis le levé de jour…
- Nous n’avons pas pris de Diamox en prévention et c’est bien mieux ainsi….
Voilà, ce n’est que nos impressions, partez et découvrez ce magnifique pays et peuple, ou la misère est palpable mais avec des Népalais dignes et toujours souriant !
merci..
Pour les vols, nous sommes passé 8 mois avant par oman air à 580 euros A/R ..rien à dire.
choisissez plutôt Novembre plus tranquille, qu'octobre, car d'après les guides, les guest house sont pleins et c'est la course à la place....à part d'aimer dormir sur les tables !
Bonne fêtes de fin d'années !
Voilà, ce n’est que nos impressions, partez et découvrez ce magnifique pays et peuple, ou la misère est palpable mais avec des Népalais dignes et toujours souriant !
Connaissant le circuit je trouve que vous avez très bien résumé votre trekking et êtes allés à l'essentiel côté pratique. ça devrait être une bonne aide pour ceux qui sont encore indécis.
Remarque: Quelques jours de plus et le permis qui va bien et vous pouviez faire une petite incursion dans la vallée de Nar-Phu un peu hors du temps ( on quitte le "tour" à Koto ( du côté de Chame)
choisissez plutôt Novembre plus tranquille, qu'octobre,
Je confirme d'autant plus qu'avant le 15 octobre la probabilités d'avoir mauvais temps est plus importante.
Merci de vos annotations,
Il est vrai que le tour classique perd en Authenticité vu le nombre de touristes et prestations proposées ...Nous avons vu une publicité d'un futur hôtel je ne sais trop ou, avec bientôt sauna et jacuzzi....En choisissant de sortir du tracé vous vivrez dans de tout petit lodge et mangerez à même la cuisine, avec vos hôtes, tous autour du poéle, ce qui n'est plus le cas dans la plupart des lodges du tour des Annapurnnas aux vingtaines de chambres par lodge et salle à manger commune....Par contre, après 4000 m on a plus trop le choix....
L avantage du guide, comme nous avec Nurpu, a été de lui dire ce que nous recherchions dans ce trek....tranquillité, authenticité, contact avec népalais et choix du tracé le plus monotrace....
A propos de Nurpu, n'hesitez pas à lui demander conseil pour le tour ou autres , langtang, Dolpo, Manaslu, Mustang et Everest....voici son mail: Lamanorbu64@gmail.com
Cordialement
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Hi,
We’re planning to do the 4-day trek from Mestia to Ushguli without an agency. The descriptions mention that there are accommodations at each stop, but we can’t find any details about them. Has anyone got info or feedback on this route?
We're planning to trek in Peru and Bolivia and would love to find some local agencies.
If you know any, could you share details on prices and, of course, the names of the agencies?
Which trek would you recommend?
Elocine
I'm heading out on a fully self-sufficient trek in Morocco (10 days) from Imilchil to Aghbalou.
Can I find screw-on gas canisters (Coleman, Primus) in Marrakech (any addresses?) or in villages between Imilchil and Aghbalou?
If not, are Butagaz canisters for camping gas (small 230g size) available?
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hello, I’d like to embark on a little trip in my home country, Switzerland. I’ll start walking from La Cure, heading toward Le Noirmont first, then I’ll improvise my route—but it’ll probably follow the French border... at least as far as Lac de Joux.
I’ll decide day by day how much farther to go after that. My goal is to stay in nature as much as possible, wander around for as long as I can, and restock food in villages or towns along the way.
I’m thinking of mostly camping, but we’ll see if I end up in a hotel or another campsite depending on my route.
I’d love to reach La Chaux-de-Fonds on foot... maybe even Delémont.
The whole thing should take about a week, give or take.
I’ll be bringing my dog, and I’m preparing for this as soon as I’m ready.
Any tips to make sure everything goes smoothly for us? Things I should know—or avoid? What about shepherds with their flocks of sheep? And isn’t hunting season open right now?
I’m not sure if what I’m planning is even doable, which is why I’m asking around.
This’ll be my first time doing something like this—wandering in nature *and* with a dog. I’m really excited for this adventure... and I need it. Thanks!
We’re really keen on ecosystems and want to hike in "natural" ancient forests—not planted woods or areas heavily degraded by human activity. Travel guides (like Lonely Planet) don’t provide much info on this. Could you point us to the most interesting spots?
Thanks in advance for your tips.
We wish you happy holidays and a fantastic 2026, full of discoveries!
Claire and Albert
Hi, this might not be the right section, but I’d like to know if it’s possible to start mountaineering with another person without necessarily hiring a guide. We’ve done quite a bit of hiking but not mountaineering—we’ll just do a half-day glacier course. After that, we were thinking of starting with La Grande Motte and the Pointe de la Traversière, which were recommended to us. Honestly, for things like roping up and knots, I’ll learn at home with lots of videos and a book.
I’d love to know if anyone has done treks in the Rwenzori Mountains and how much it costs on average, what the infrastructure is like, the landscapes, and safety in the area. Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to your replies.
We’re leaving in 9 days for a two-week trip to Madeira, mainly to hike.
From my research, I’ve found that since last year, access to most trails—and systematically for the most popular ones—is now paid. You have to pay an access fee of 4.50 € per person per classified hike in 2026, and even 10.50 € for the most iconic hike: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. When paying, you also have to choose a day and a 30-minute time slot for your start time. Of course, this reservation is neither changeable nor refundable, even if the weather that day is terrible.
Personally, given the massive influx of tourists to the island in recent years, I don’t mind paying a fee to help maintain the trails. Similarly, setting a limit on the number of people who can hike them per day is certainly preferable to preserve this priceless heritage.
However, what’s much less fair is that in reality, most of the available spots are reserved: 1/ for Madeira residents (which is normal); 2/ for "economic operators" (meaning local tour operators). For example, if you’re a non-resident (independent tourist), no booking is possible for the Pico Arieiro hike for an early morning start before September! So, unfortunately, we’ll have to skip this hike.
It’s the same issue for Ponta de São Lourenço, the 25 Fontes, Pico Ruivo... in short, all the most popular hikes. Oh well, we’ll skip those too!
So my question is: which hikes do you recommend where we won’t face the huge crowds that the others get? And where we can book the day before for the next day, taking the weather into account?
Finally, a quick accommodation question: we’ve booked the first week in Funchal, but I haven’t decided yet for the second week. Do you have any advice on where to stay in the south or north, preferably avoiding overly concrete-heavy and touristy spots?
I’m reposting about the logistics for Samaria Gorge.
I’d love to get recent info, especially about whether it’s possible to park my car in Omalos, do the hike, and then catch a bus back to my vehicle.
In theory, it’s doable, but when you check the KTEL website, there aren’t any feasible schedules listed. If anyone has recently organized this with reliable, verified details, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
We’re flying from Montreal to Lyon this August to go hiking in the French Alps. We’ve rented a car and will be staying at campgrounds. We’re planning to do day hikes and want to stay a few days in one spot, do a few hikes, then move on to our next camping spot. Could you share your favorite spots or any recommendations for places to spend a few days with great hikes?
A few details:
We arrive in early August and leave in early September.
We’re looking for day hikes (or shorter), moderate difficulty, with a cumulative elevation gain of no more than 1000m, and of course, beautiful scenery!
We’d prefer not to drive too much—maybe it’s best not to head too far south and deal with unnecessary heat?
Along the same lines, if you know of any great campgrounds where we can start our hike directly without needing the car, we’d love to hear your suggestions!
Hi there,
I’m planning to go hiking on this island and would like to know the best time to do it. I visited for a few days in November 2018—not for hiking but just to explore—and the weather wasn’t great, especially in the mountains. So, is a star-shaped itinerary doable if I rent a car and maybe use two different accommodations?
I’m not planning to join an organized group—just traveling with one other person and organizing things ourselves—unless you’d recommend a local agency or guide. Finally, even though I’ll be getting maps, a topo guide, and a GPS, I’d really appreciate your top hiking recommendations.
Thanks so much for your tips!
I’m planning to do the Mercantour crossing following the Randoxygène route in mid-July.
I’m used to hiking in the mountains, but I sometimes get vertigo, for example on ridges with drops on both sides. I wanted to check if there are any T4 or T3-T4 sections and find out if there are any very exposed passages—and if so, where—so I can plan an alternative route.
Can anyone give me some info on this?
Thanks!
I’m planning a trip around Cap Corse and the AGRIATES in 2026, from May 8th to 15th (there are still 2 spots left, by the way! Just DM me if you're interested).
I’d love to know which hikes are worth prioritizing in the AGRIATES. We’ll be staying in SALECCIA for two days as our base—what should we focus on from there?
A round trip to IGNHU beach? Any other suggestions?
For Ostricano, I think it’s too far for a round trip...
Thanks for your tips!
Have a great day,
Anie, Toulouse
I’d like to get some info about the GR10 Pyrenees traverse. I need help planning the daily stages and accommodations—my wife isn’t an experienced hiker but walks a lot, so I’d like to schedule shorter walking days and thus a longer overall trip in terms of number of days.
Could anyone give me some help and advice?
Best regards,
New to this forum, I’m planning a pretty big project for 2028.
I’m heading to Nepal to do a trek from Kathmandu all the way to Everest Base Camp (a cool 5,300 m 😄).
This trek is a bit special because even though I’ll be part of a group, I’m going solo (so far, no problem—I’m used to it). But it’s my first real trek, and it’s also a humanitarian one: once I reach base camp, I’ll stay an extra week to help clean up the waste left by tens of thousands of climbers! Since I’m originally from South America, from two countries that share the Andes, I have a deep respect for mountains—they fascinate me. So Everest… it’s kind of the trip of a lifetime!
So, a little question for those who’ve done treks to Everest before… any tips for good mental preparation (I’m already working on the physical side)?
Hi there, I’m planning the Annapurna Circuit for March 2027 and I’m looking for a local agency with a local guide—preferably French-speaking—to arrange this trek for us. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hello!
We’re spending a few days in Toraja country at the end of May. We’d love to do a day trek—taking our time—on a route that’s stunning in terms of scenery, but not a level 5 in difficulty!
Any suggestions you can share, please?
Thanks in advance
I’d like to do the Mare a Mare Sud in May over 4 days. I’ve found quite a few places to stay along the route, but I’m stuck on the start and finish.
I’ll be arriving by plane on Sunday evening and would like to start pretty early on Monday morning. Ideally, accommodation right at the trailhead (Alzu di Gallina) would be amazing, but I can’t find anything. Any tips?
Also, for the transfer from Figari Airport to Porto Vecchio or Alzu di Gallina?
At the end, I’d like to pick up a rental car—any advice on that too?
I’m traveling solo by plane to Catania in May and plan to hike the northern side of Etna, starting from Linguaglossa where I’ll arrive by bus. After that, I’d love some info on how to get up to Piano Provenzana (shuttles or hitchhiking), since it seems there’s no public transport except in the summer. Can you sleep there in a free or cheap refuge, or camp? And how far up can you go without having to hire a guide? Thanks in advance. Bernard.
Hi everyone,
I’m heading to Morocco in August and we’ll start with a stop in Chefchaouen (we’re driving).
My question: can anyone suggest a 5-to-7-day loop hiking route from Chefchaouen in Talassemtane Park, ideally passing by the God’s Bridge? Or a paper guidebook that covers a few options?
We prefer wild camping and guesthouses.
Thanks in advance
Hi there, for those who’ve been recently—is it possible to find other solo travelers in March on the island to share transport or room costs? It doesn’t seem easy to travel on a budget.
If you have any recommendations for simple lodgings or places with dorms, I’d love to hear them.
For those who’ve done multi-day treks while moving around: do you need to bring your own sleeping bag? I’d love to hear about itineraries you’ve done without a guide, just with a map and GPS.
Thanks, and have a great day!
Hi everyone!
We’re planning a 15-day road trip to Scotland this summer, specifically to explore and hike on Lewis and Harris—places we’ve never been before. We’ve visited other islands on previous road trips in Scotland (we usually go in April for a week). This would be our first time in Scotland in the summer and for 15 days. We’re looking at late August to early September.
I’m currently drafting the itinerary. We’d be crossing from Ullapool and were thinking of spending 3 nights on Harris and 4 nights on Lewis.
Does that sound balanced to you? Is it better to keep the same accommodation on Harris and the same on Lewis to explore the area? I’d love to hear about any past experiences you’ve had on these islands.
Thanks!
Hi there, I’m trying to leave for 15 days very soon to São Vicente. I’m either looking to join an agency or figure things out on my own to go hiking on one of these islands or both. From what I’ve seen, it’s not easy to organize with local transport, so it gets expensive. Can I use the services of a small local agency? I’m looking for the simplest way to hike for several days. Also, how do you get from São Vicente to São Nicolau? Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Aichatou
I’ve been wanting to do this for several years, and this year’s the one. Next September, I’ll be trekking in Tusheti (Georgia), from Omalo to Shatili.
Of course, I won’t be renting a vehicle that’d just sit unused. No problem getting to Pshaveli, but from there to Omalo, it’s a dirt road (still the case?)
There must be some form of public transport since there are so many guesthouses, and not all travelers come in a 4x4.
If any of you have been to Omalo, could you confirm that these shared transports exist and how often they run?
we’re planning a trip to Yellowstone and hoping to do a three-day backcountry hike if we get a permit.
if any of you have done this before, could you let me know if it’s possible to find water along the way? And if we can transport it, are we allowed to use a stove?
Hello,
I’ll be in Nepal from March 6th to 29th (we’re flying into Kathmandu via Varanasi and leaving via Delhi).
I’m a bit confused about the regulations requiring a guide.
My wife and I (we’re 63 and 64) aren’t experienced trekkers—we’re more used to walking on terrain with very moderate elevation changes. I’m looking for fairly easy hikes, possibly day trips.
Here are my questions:
- Does the Poon Hill trek from Pokhara require a guide, or is it better to go through a local agency? (I’ve seen a lot of them offering 4-day packages)
- I’d like to do a few multi-day hikes around Jomsom (Kagbeni, Mukitinath, Lupra, Marpha)... Do you need a guide for those, and can you find accommodations easily without booking in advance?
Last question—I’m really hesitant to lug around a sleeping bag or down jacket during our 6 weeks in India. Can you easily find these kinds of items at reasonable prices in Pokhara?
Thanks in advance for any tips you can share!
Yann
I’m a 56-year-old man who’s done several treks in Nepal and elsewhere. Also passionate about photography.
I’m looking for one or more people to form a group for a trek in Nepal. The trek is the Annapurna and Manaslu circuit (24 days), including a stop at Tilicho Lake. I’ve got a great itinerary and the local company seems solid. The price is around $1600.
I’ll be in Nepal from April 5 to May 12, 2026, so the trek would need to happen within those dates.
