Nepal – Annapurna Trek

Himalaya + Jewish Wisdom: Shebet's international flagship expedition.
All our expeditions are fully kosher, carefully designed to maintain the highest standards in any destination.
30/03/2027
08/04/2027
$3,900 per person

50% on application
50% due 60 days before departure

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Group Size
Max 26
Duration
10 Days
Target Audience

Ages 25–55
Prior mountain trekking experience required (3+ days at altitude)

Physical Level
⬛⬛⬛ HIGH — Technical

10 days trekking the Annapurnas: Poon Hill (3,210m) and traditional Gurung villages.

Shebet’s flagship international expedition — an encounter with Himalayan indigenous culture, altitude, physical resilience, and Jewish Wisdom applied to extreme natural cycles.

2 days cultural immersion in Kathmandu (UNESCO temples) + 2 rest days in Pokhara. 6–7 active trek days, 4–7 hours daily, max altitude 3,210m. Not for beginners.

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What's Included

  • Internal Kathmandu–Pokhara flight (optional, recommended)
  • All ground transport in Nepal
  • 12 nights lodging: 3★ hotels (Kathmandu/Pokhara) + mountain lodges (trek)
  • All meals throughout the trip
  • Certified sherpa guides + porters for group gear
  • Trekking permits (TIMS + Annapurna Conservation Area)
  • UNESCO temple entries in Kathmandu
  • Full pre-trek technical briefing
  • Basic Nepal medical insurance + emergency helicopter evacuation
  • Altitude medical kit (Diamox available if needed)

What's Not Included

  • International flights to Kathmandu
  • Nepal visa ($30–$50, on arrival)
  • Required personal gear: trekking boots, poles, -10°C sleeping bag, down jacket, technical layers, 40–50L pack
  • Personal porter (optional: ~$15/day if you prefer less weight)
  • Guide/porter tips ($100–$150 total, suggested)
  • Personal spending & souvenirs
  • International travel insurance (mandatory, with 3,000m+ coverage)
  • Meals in Kathmandu on free days (~$5–10/meal)

What's Included

  • Internal Kathmandu–Pokhara flight (optional, recommended)
  • All ground transport in Nepal
  • 12 nights lodging: 3★ hotels (Kathmandu/Pokhara) + mountain lodges (trek)
  • All meals throughout the trip
  • Certified sherpa guides + porters for group gear
  • Trekking permits (TIMS + Annapurna Conservation Area)
  • UNESCO temple entries in Kathmandu
  • Full pre-trek technical briefing
  • Basic Nepal medical insurance + emergency helicopter evacuation
  • Altitude medical kit (Diamox available if needed)

What's Not Included

  • International flights to Kathmandu
  • Nepal visa ($30–$50, on arrival)
  • Required personal gear: trekking boots, poles, -10°C sleeping bag, down jacket, technical layers, 40–50L pack
  • Personal porter (optional: ~$15/day if you prefer less weight)
  • Guide/porter tips ($100–$150 total, suggested)
  • Personal spending & souvenirs
  • International travel insurance (mandatory, with 3,000m+ coverage)
  • Meals in Kathmandu on free days (~$5–10/meal)

Shebet’s only international trek.

Technical Himalayan challenge fused with Jewish spiritual depth. Parallels: Gurung villages ↔ tribes of Israel, extreme natural cycles ↔ Jewish lunar calendar, physical resilience ↔ historical pilgrimage. For Shebet alumni seeking the next level and global diversity (6–8 nationalities).

Key Highlights

  • Poon Hill – Ghandruk trek: 6–7 active days
  • Maximum altitude: 3,210m (Poon Hill sunrise)
  • Daily hiking: 4–7 hours with elevation gains up to 1,000m
  • 2 days cultural immersion Kathmandu: Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Monkey Temple
  • 2 rest days in Pokhara (Phewa Lake, preparation/recovery)
  • Traditional Gurung villages: Ghorepani, Tadapani, Ghandruk
  • Rhododendron forests in full bloom (spring)
  • Panoramic Himalayan views: Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre
  • Mountain lodges with local nutritious food
  • Certified sherpa guides + bilingual Shebet team

Itinerary
Overview

Days 1–2: Kathmandu
UNESCO temples, technical briefing
Day 3: Drive to Pokhara (7–8h)
Preparation
Day 4: Rest in Pokhara
Last day before trek
Day 5: Shabbat Pokhara
Full rest
Day 6: Trek begins: Nayapul → Tikhedhunga
4–5h, 1,540m
Day 7: Ulleri stairs → Ghorepani
6–7h, 2,860m — Hardest day
Day 8: Poon Hill sunrise → Tadapani
3,210m, 6–7h
Day 9: Tadapani → Ghandruk
4–5h, Gurung village
Day 10: Ghandruk → Birethanti
4h
Day 11: Trek ends
Pokhara celebration
Day 12: Rest in Pokhara post-trek
Recovery and integration
Day 13: Return to Kathmandu
International departure

Who Is This For

  • Prior experience in multi-day mountain trekking (3+ days)
  • Fitness allows 4–7 hours daily walking with a pack
  • Have trekked at altitude before, or are willing to prepare specifically
  • Want the Himalayas with Jewish spiritual meaning
  • Value encounter with Gurung indigenous culture
  • Want Shebet’s international flagship experience
  • Available Passover 2027 (trek ends before the holiday)
  • Comfortable with basic rustic mountain lodges

This Is NOT For You If...

  • First-time trekker (start with Oaxaca)
  • No experience at altitude (3,000m+)
  • Low or sedentary fitness
  • Seeking ‘luxury Nepal’ — Everest Base Camp with comfort
  • Require modern daily amenities (lodges are basic)
  • Cannot tolerate cold (snow possible at altitude)
  • Limited budget (this is Shebet’s highest-investment expedition)

Who Is This For

  • Prior experience in multi-day mountain trekking (3+ days)
  • Fitness allows 4–7 hours daily walking with a pack
  • Have trekked at altitude before, or are willing to prepare specifically
  • Want the Himalayas with Jewish spiritual meaning
  • Value encounter with Gurung indigenous culture
  • Want Shebet’s international flagship experience
  • Available Passover 2027 (trek ends before the holiday)
  • Comfortable with basic rustic mountain lodges

This Is NOT For You If...

  • First-time trekker (start with Oaxaca)
  • No experience at altitude (3,000m+)
  • Low or sedentary fitness
  • Seeking ‘luxury Nepal’ — Everest Base Camp with comfort
  • Require modern daily amenities (lodges are basic)
  • Cannot tolerate cold (snow possible at altitude)
  • Limited budget (this is Shebet’s highest-investment expedition)

Testimonials

"Be open to new experiences, connect with nature through Judaism and vice versa, as it gives you a new perspective on your identity. Step out of your comfort zone, because these kinds of experiences really help strengthen our identity and character. Invest in this type of journey and don’t overthink it. (You don’t always need to know what the trip is about — you just have to trust and experience it.)"
La Fricha
"It was a truly deep and transformative experience. It’s impressive how much you can live in such a short time."
Regina
"Hearts come out of my mouth when I talk about this trip! I absolutely recommend it."
Nyra Troyce
"Thank you for such incredible work — your attention was amazing and made me feel safe, supported, and accompanied at all times."
Marion Arouesty
"It was magical, magical. Very special and full of connection."
Daniela Levy

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