Trek yoga and meditation accompanied by Caroline Chesnel 10 November

Discovering the beauties of the Himalayas and Buddhism in Annapurna - Nepal

An experience created to measure by the Base Camp Trek agency and Marie Milla over the years since 2016, a highly transformative human adventure in connection with the living that continues today thanks to the participation of yoga teachers, coaches and guides who offer to take you there in turn.
Caroline will be your guide in the fall of 2025. Her little words following the trek she completed in 2024:
“A sacred land imbued with magic, colours and spirituality, Nepal embraced me, bewitched me, amazed me... The breathtaking beauty of its majestic peaks, temples and pagodas with chiselled contours, celebrated and worshipped deities, unspoiled and preserved nature, enchanted forests and waterfalls, Nepal fascinated me with its jewels and authenticity... But what touched me the most in the depths of my heart was the kindness and warm welcome of the Nepalese people. They carry within them a powerful force and a great inner serenity.

Highlights

- 8 DAYS OF WALKING IN THE SOUTHERN SLOPE OF ANNAPURNA – level
moderate: a detoxifying walk accessible to all to break the codes of everyday life and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of these mythical mountains. Walking in consciousness and silence, we will leave aside the discussions of our daily lives to better listen to the body and the surrounding nature.

- DISCOVER THE JEWELS OF THE KATHMANDU VALLEY AND THE SMILES OF ITS INHABITANTS AND BUDDHIST MONKS: Buddhist temples of Bodhnat, Schechen, Kopan, Pashupatinath crematorium, Bakhtapur village…

- AN IMPRESSIVE 25-MIN FLIGHT OVER THE HIMALAYAN RANGE: if the sky is clear we will be able to see Everest among the other mythical peaks of the Himalayan range!

- TIBETAN BOWL STORES: Nepal is full of stores specializing in Tibetan bowls, and you can also easily stock up on quality Tibetan bowls

- SWIMMING IN THE HOT SPRINGS of Jhinu Danda: a unique experience, hot water straight from the bowels of the earth, highly energizing and soothing after a day of intense walking!

- YOGA, MEDITATION AND SOUND BATHS: along the way, we will share meditation practices, yoga (post-walk stretching) and sound baths. A program of connection to oneself, to nature, to others, differently...

We can customize the trip as per your requirement.
Price according to the size of the group.
We can help you to fit in your budget.

Please contact us for further information
info@basecamptrek.com

Days

1Arrival in Nepal

A day dedicated to arrivals. Flight with transit from Paris and arrival in Kathmandu (1350m) by a regular flight. Transfer and arrival at the hotel in the Boudhanath district (you can walk and get lost in the streets to discover the Buddhist monasteries). Independent dinner in one of the many restaurants nearby and night at the hotel (be careful, restaurants generally close around 8-9 p.m., so remember to dine early). You can take advantage of the calm of the evening to go around the stupa and enjoy the very special atmosphere of this sacred place.
- Accommodation: Hotel Shambaling or similar

2Bhaktapur and Pashupatinath

Meet in the hotel lobby at 9 am with the guide (if you have the courage before, at 7 am many ceremonies are given in the small monasteries near the hotel, you can slip in during the puja and listen to the chants of the monks), then departure for a day of guided tour with the vehicle. You will discover the very famous sites of Pashupatinath (a sacred place of cremation for Hindus) and Bhaktapur, an ancient city with magnificent architecture.
- Accommodation: Hotel Shambaling or similar

3Flight Kathmandu - Pokhara

Nous prendrons un vol domestique Katmandou Pokhara en fin de matinée afin de nous épargner uen dizaine d’heure de route. Ce vol d’environ 25 minutes sur Buddha air ou similaire nous permettra de contempler par beau temps sur notre droite les massifs successivement du Ganesh Himal, Manaslu et enfin des Annapurna.
Nous irons n ous installer à l’hôtel au lieu de villégiature de Pokhara en bordure du lac Phewa dans un petit hôtel calme avec piscine et de l’espace pour la pratique du yoga.
- 25 minutes de vol
- Hébergement : hôtel Middle path & Spa

4Pokhara - Beni – Gomanetal - trek to Banskharha

Route to Beni (3h) then from Beni 1h of track to Gomanetal (900m) before climbing
to the village of Banskharka village. "Community Dining Hall" meal in a community hall and night at the locals' house. Banskharka (1526 m). A first warm-up walk all uphill!
- Number of hours of walking: 2h
- Elevation +650m
- Accommodation: at the locals' house

5Banskharka – Nangi (2300m)

Walk to the large Magar village of Nangi. Lunch break at DandaKateri (2000m) village "Community Dining Hall" and then at the community lodge of Nangi.
- Number of hours of walking: 5h
- Elevation gain +850m
- Accommodation: Community lodge

6Nangi – MohareDanda (3300m)

Gradual climb in a beautiful rhododendron forest starting the most important climb of the circuit. View of 28 peaks exceeding 6000 m. Climb to the Hampal Bhanjyang pass 3090 m then by the ridge we reach Mohare Danda, a peaceful site with
plenty of space and calm to practice yoga in this exceptional setting
- Number of hours of walking: 5h
- Elevation gain +1050m
- Accommodation: Community lodge

7Mohare Danda – Poon Hill - Ghorepani (2950m)

Crossing through the dense forest to Poon Hill, enjoying the beautiful days of the view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Arrival at Ghorepanu via the famous viewpoint of Poon Hill.
- Number of hours of walking: 3h30
- Elevation gain +50m
- Elevation gain -400 m
- Accommodation: Lodge

8Ghorepani - Deurali (3090 m) – Banthanti – Chuile (2600m)

Climb through the forest to the small Deurali pass then descend along a stream that sometimes forms a waterfall, passing through Banthanti followed by a descent in the undergrowth before a small final climb to Tadapani. Yoga session facing Hiunchuli and Machhapuchare (6999 m)
- Number of hours of walking: 5h
- Elevation gain + 300m
- Elevation gain - 700 m
- Accommodation: Lodge

9Chuile (2170 m) - Jhinu Danda (1780 m) – Landruk (1700 m)

Steep descent to cross the Kimrong Khola on a suspension bridge. Then walk on the mountainside, and pass through the hamlet of Ghurjung while the path rises gradually to a junction where we branch off to Jhinu Danda. After ordering lunch at the lodge we can take towels and swimsuits to enjoy the hot springs 15-20 minutes downhill on foot - in pools set up on the banks of the river. Steep descent by a flight of steps then crossing the Kimrong Khola and the Modi Khola on a suspension bridge. Passage near a pretty waterfall before the gradual climb back up to the Gurung village of Landruk (1700 m) where we will spend the evening.
- Number of hours of walking: 6
- Elevation gain: 650 m
- Elevation loss: 1050 meters
- Accommodation: Lodge (Namaste)

10Landruk (1700 m) – Deurali (2100 m) – Pothana – Australian Camp (2050 m)

Gradual climb a little steeper at the end up to the small Deurali pass. Then gradual descent through a rhododendron forest. We arrive at Pothana before a short climb to the pretty Australian Campsite
Night and yoga session on site.
- Number of hours of walking: 5
- Elevation gain: 550m
- Elevation loss: 150 meters
- Accommodation: Lodge

11Australian Camp – Khande (1750 m) – 1h to 1h30 drive to Pokhara

The last descent is steep and consists of steps over 300 m of elevation (45 minutes to 1 hour depending on the knees)
Arrival at your hotel. Lunch at Lake Side. Afternoon free time in Pokhara
- Number of hours of driving: 2h30
- Accommodation: Middle Path & Spa hotel (lunch not included)

12Pokhara - Kathmandu

Mid-morning flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to Patan for lunch and depending on the timing possibility to stroll and visit the Durbar square before returning to Boudhnath. Visit the Boudhnat stupa in the late afternoon
- Accommodation: Hotel Shambaling or similar

13Transfer to the airport for international flight

Transfer to the airport for the international flight and arrive at the destination in the evening or the following morning (departure on November 22 from Kathmandu – people who want to extend their stay can take a later flight – additional costs remaining at their expense).

What's included

- All transfers by private vehicle according to the program
- 2 nights at the Middle Path & Spa deluxe room hotel in Pokhara in BB
- 3 nights at Shambaling or similar in Boudhanath in B&B
- Full board trek in Lodge 8 days
- Trekking team: 1 assistant from 4 2 from 8 & 1 porter per person.
- Flight Pokhara Kathmandu (220 USD/person)
- French-speaking guide for the entire stay
- TIMS and ACAP permits (provide 2 photos)
- Staff insurance; guide's flight
- Luggage carrying up to 12 kg/person during the trek
- Daily practice of yoga and meditation, supervised by a French-speaking teacher

What's not included

- Lunch and dinner outside the trek
- 15-day Nepal visa (30 dollars on site)
- Entrance fees to tourist sites in Kathmandu
- International flight.
- Mandatory repatriation insurance
- Tips, personal expenses, drinks, sleeping bag, etc.

Supplement

Single room option: 155 Usd for 5 nights excluding trek

Notes

In a few words...

A unique journey, a life-changing experience awaits you during this stay that combines an 8-day itinerary off the beaten track in the heart of the Himalayas and the discovery of monasteries and must-see places in the Kathmandu Valley.

You will walk consciously (5-6 hours per day) to meet the jewels of
Annapurna, and against a backdrop of Buddhist wisdom you will feel this energy of the heart that
characterizes Buddhist monks and mountain dwellers.

You will gently dive into your inner self and connect to your body during the yoga, meditation and sound therapy practices offered by Caroline throughout the journey. The practice of silent walking is recommended to enjoy the experience fully.

The level of walking is moderate, does not require technical skills or represent any particular danger (no passages on ridges, passes or climbing). But we remind you that it is nevertheless a high mountain trek, the days are characterized by significant positive elevation changes that can be intense for a beginner in hiking (uphill walking, corresponding to the sequence of ascents and descents of several ten-story buildings). Walking, and this trek is accessible to all, nevertheless it is a high mountain route, it is imperative to have good general physical condition, good cardio and good determination.

The group will be supervised by a French-speaking Nepalese guide and his team of assistants and porters and the logistical and regulatory organization is entirely managed by Evaneos / Base Camp Trek which organizes the trip. For any questions about the trek program, the circuit, the reservation or the organization: info@basecamptrek.com. (or skype: basecamp).

Your guide and Yoga teacher
Caroline Chesnel

a musician since childhood, Energy Therapist and Sound Therapist, Caroline has been on a path related to spirituality and personal development for about fifteen years. Certified in Yin-Yoga and Sound Yoga, she regularly conducts meditative retreats in France and abroad where she accompanies groups towards a reconnection to well-being and inner serenity.

Our Nepalese guide throughout the journey speaks fluent French, English, Japanese and several Nepalese dialects. He will guide us in the mountains but also in Kathmandu to discover the temples and Buddhist and Hindu cultures and will know how to make this journey exciting, also from a cultural point of view.

The guide is surrounded by a team of very professional and always smiling assistants and sherpas, which amplifies the good vibrations of the trip even more.

The logistical and regulatory organization is entirely managed by the company Evaneos / Base Camp Trek which organizes the trip. For any questions about the trek program, the circuit, the reservation or the organization: info@basecamptrek.com. (or skype: basecamp).