About the Region
An off-the-beaten-path cultural and wilderness trek in Mahakali zone. Trekkers experience authentic Doteli-speaking villages, pristine river valleys along Chameliya river, and panoramic vistas of Mt. Api (7,132m), Bobaye (6,808m), and Kapchuli.
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Day-by-Day Route Plans
Trek Itineraries in Api Himal Base Camp
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Api Himal Base Camp Trek (Far-Western Wilderness) - Full Route Itinerary
Book This Trek| Day | Route | Elevation | Distance | Time | Notes & Trail Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fly Kathmandu to Dhangadhi
Hotel in Dhangadhi
Dinner
|
109m | — | — | Flight to Far-Western Terai plains; hotel overnight in Dhangadhi. |
| 2 |
Drive Dhangadhi to Gokuleshwar (Mahakali Highway)
Local Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
750m | 180.00 km | ~8.5 hrs | Scenic 8-9 hr mountain drive across Dadeldhura & Baitadi districts. |
| 3 |
Drive to Latinath & Trek to Paribagar / Makrigaad
Homestay / Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
1,470m | 12.00 km | ~5.0 hrs | 2 hr drive to Latinath; start trek alongside the rushing Chameliya River. |
| 4 |
Makrigaad to Siti
Homestay
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,254m | 9.00 km | ~6.0 hrs | Challenging climb via Pato village; traditional Doteli stone homestays. |
| 5 |
Siti to Domal
Homestay / Camp
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,950m | 10.00 km | ~5.5 hrs | Walk past Khayekot; sacred confluence of Rokap and Chameliya rivers. |
| 6 |
Domal to Dhaulo Odar
Camp / Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
3,548m | 8.50 km | ~5.0 hrs | Ascent into subalpine meadows and open high pastures. |
| 7 |
Dhaulo Odar to Api Base Camp & Pilkandaha Lake
Camp / Rustic Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
4,100m | 9.00 km | ~6.0 hrs | Spectacular close-up of Mt. Api (7,132m), holy glacial lakes; return to camp. |
| 8 |
Dhaulo Odar to Siti
Homestay
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
2,258m | 14.00 km | ~6.0 hrs | Descent down through alpine pastures and forests back to Siti village. |
| 9 |
Siti to Makrigaad
Homestay / Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
1,470m | 9.00 km | ~4.5 hrs | Downhill hike retracing trail through subtropical vegetation. |
| 10 |
Makrigaad to Latinath & Drive to Gokuleshwar
Local Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
750m | 25.00 km | ~4.0 hrs | 4 hr morning walk to roadhead; drive to Gokuleshwar. |
| 11 |
Drive Gokuleshwar to Dhangadhi
Hotel in Dhangadhi
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
|
109m | 180.00 km | ~8.0 hrs | Long drive back down through Dadeldhura to Dhangadhi. |
| 12 |
Fly Dhangadhi to Kathmandu
Hotel in Kathmandu
Breakfast
|
1,400m | — | — | Return flight to Kathmandu; transfer to hotel. (Day 13-14 buffer days). |
What's Included in Api Himal Base Camp Trek (Far-Western Wilderness)
Kathmandu - Dhangadhi roundtrip domestic flights
Highway and 4WD mountain road transport
Api Nampa Conservation Area Permit (ANCA)
Experienced local trekking guide & porters
Homestay/teahouse accommodation and all meals
Emergency medical kit
What's Excluded in Api Himal Base Camp Trek (Far-Western Wilderness)
International flights
Nepal tourist visa
Travel/evacuation insurance
Personal gear
Tips for local team
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