Sikles Kapuche Trek

Accommodation and meal availability

Teahouses, guesthouses, and lodges are among the accommodation options on the Skiles and Kapuche Lake trails. We will provide you the best available accommodation option.

Most tea houses offer modest twin-bedded rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Some lodges may provide private rooms with attached bathrooms, as well as added comforts such as Wi-Fi and heating. These additional amenities could potentially raise the total Sikles and Kapuche Lake Trek cost. 

Some of the examples of the homestays are Sikles homestay and Sikles village homestay. The sikles homestay price may differ from each other based on the services and facilities they are providing.

In terms of food items, you have options like cereals, porridge, eggs, bread with jam, pancakes, dal bhat, momo, thukpa, spaghetti, fried potatoes, dhedo (a type of local porridge), vegetable curries, and so on. 

Permit requirement for the trek

The permits required for the Sikles and Kapuche Lake Trek are the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and the Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) Card. The ACAP permit is most important when entering the Annapurna Conservation Area. It will cost approximately NRS 3000 per person. 

The Sikles Kapuche Trek price includes permit fees. So, you don’t need to worry about it when you are traveling with us. Additionally, the TIMS card costs NRS 3000 for non-SAARC tourists and NRS 1000 for SAARC trekkers. This permit is crucial for tracking trekkers in the region, thereby enhancing safety and security. 

To avoid the stress of document work and visiting the offices, it is recommended to hire a travel agency like mystic adventure holidays for your trip. We arrange all the permits and required permissions for you. 

If you want to fly the drones in this region, you will need a drone permit. Learn more about the drone laws in Nepal from the link.. 

Kapuche Lake Trek best time to visit

The best time to visit the sikles and Kapuche Lake is during the months from March to May and September to November. The weather conditions are favorable and provide unobstructed natural scenery.Rhododendron blooms only during the spring season.

And as major festivals like dashain, tihar, and chhat coincides with the autumn season. It means the season brings cultural experiences. However, the Sikles Kapuche Lake Trek price is more expensive during autumn and spring season because these seasons are the peak trekking seasons. 

Difficulty of the trek

The difficulty level of the Sikles and Kapuche Lake trek can be graded as relatively easy to moderate. There are various factors affecting the difficulty level.

For example, the Sikles Kapuche Trek distance is 25 kilometers roundtrip, which most trekkers find manageable. But, for some people, it may be hard. 

The trek reaches the maximum altitude, up to 2,546 meters. Up until this point, the risk of altitude sickness is very low. Kapuche Lake itinerary is of 8 days with average sikles and Kapuche Lake Trek days like 3-4 days.

The treks can be tailored to your preferences and comfort level. So, if the trek seems to be difficult, we are here to help you. 

Altitude sickness issues and acclimatization strategies

When trekking to the new places, especially out of your comfort level, the altitude sickness issues can become a concern. If you are coming from a place that is at an altitude level below 500 m, then, at 2450 m, you may feel a little bit uneasy. 

Our trekking experts have meticulously designed the Sikles and Kapuche Lake itinerary for your convenience. However, it is best to be prepared earlier before anything happens. Some of the acclimatization strategies include gradual ascent, staying well hydrated, monitoring for any signs of altitude sickness, engaging in cardiovascular exercises prior to the trip, and so on. 

Trekking gear and equipment

Prepare for the trek by ensuring your comfort and health. Trekking gear is what will help you complete the journey with ease and safety. It will increase the overall Sikles Kapuche Lake Trek cost and expenses but it will truly be worth it. The list below includes some essential gear and equipment for the trek. 

• Footwear including Pair of hiking boots and rubber sandals
• Clothing including windcheater jacket, thermals, down jacket, fleece, long sleeve shirts, gloves, towels, inner garments, trekking pants, trousers, shorts, and socks with a fabric of polyester, nylon, and spandex.
• Head gears like sunglasses, hats/caps, beanies, sunscreen, lip balm, head lamp
• Necessary items like Wash Kit, First Aid Kit, Blister Repair Kit, Medicines for Preventing Altitude Sickness, Prescribed Medicines (Personal Use)
• Miscellaneous items including Pocket Knife, Personal Hygiene & Toiletries, Warm Sleeping Bags, Sikles kapuche lake trek map, Trekking Poles, Duffel Bag
• Season specific like Waterproof clothes, boots, raincoats, anti-leech socks for the monsoon season, and woolen light clothing items for the winter season
• Personal items like Travel documents, sewing kit, cash, Extra batteries, power bank, pen, diary, book, Reusable (spoon, cup, plate), reusable bags, 
• Snacks such as energy bars, mints, nuts, and granola bars.

Travel insurance requirements

Although not mandatory, we recommend purchasing or having adequate travel insurance. It ensures a safe and compliant journey. The travel insurance must cover both medical expenses and emergency evacuation, with a minimum coverage amount of USD 100,000. It becomes important, especially if you are going for a high-altitude trek. 

The Sikles Kapuche Trek cost does not include the costs of travel insurance. So, you have to plan on your own. Before going on the trek, we kindly request that you submit the insurance policy number and other relevant details. This will enable us to promptly notify the insurance policy in the event of an incident.  

Drinking water availability

There are several water refill stations on the trail. There won't be any major issues along the way. However, you must keep in mind that not every source of water is suitable for drinking.

As you can see on the Sikles Kapuche Trek map, there are various natural sources to from which you can refill your bottle.

Before refilling the bottle with the natural resource, use water purification tablets or boil the water. You can refill your bottle on the tea houses or you can purchase if available.

Internet, telephone, and electricity

During the trek, there are available communication options such as internet, telephone, and electricity. However, the options may vary or be limited depending on the location along the trail. On some teahouses along the trekking trail, there are wifi services with some costs. But it is not guaranteed that there will be good speed. 

In addition, if you have a local SIM card, you may be able to access the mobile data in certain areas. The mobile network is descent in the sikles village. While the network may not be consistent, as in Sikles village when in the Kapuche Lake area. 

Most teahouses provide electricity facilities. Solar systems or small generators primarily generate the electricity. Additionally, the power supply is only available during specific hours of the day. You can charge your mobile phones or other accessories by paying a certain amount. 

Customized itinerary and trip extensions

If you are unable to book a package for the trek on the listed date, we can customize the Sikles Kapuche Lake Trek itinerary according to your free schedule. We, the Mystic Adventure Holiday team, also organize tailor-made itineraries for the Jomsom Muktinath trek, as well as other trekking in Nepal.

In addition to Sikles Kapuche Trek, we can organize trips to Everest Trekking, Langtang Trekking, Manaslu Trekking, Mountain Flights, Water Rafting, Jungle Safaris, City Tours (Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini ), Homestay Tours, Nepal Cultural Tours, Tibet Tours, Bhutan Tours, or India Tour Extensions as per your time frame. Feel free to contact us. 

Tips to make the journey smooth

• You will not find any ATM lounges on the trail; therefore, withdraw enough cash to use while on the way.
• The WiFi service along the route is not that great. The connection is mostly unstable, so we highly suggest you get a Nepali SIM card with data to use the internet. At high elevations, the network may not be stable.
• Drink at least 2 liters of water and other fluids in a day to keep yourself hydrated. Hydration is the key to avoiding altitude sickness.
• Buy snacks and bars in the city to avoid paying expensive rates on the trekking route. Moreover, most of the usual snacks won't be available.
• Carry a reusable water bottle and refill it instead of buying plastic water bottles on the way.
• Trek slowly and safely.
• If you don't want to pay extra money to charge your batteries, get extra batteries for your electronic devices.
• On the trail, do not touch or eat any flowers or fruits unless you have proper knowledge about them.
• Respect the Himalayan yoga tradition and culture.
• Use the Sikles and Kapuche Lake Trek map to avoid getting lost or to improve your experience.