Posted by Judy on November 28, 1999 at 19:53:45:
In Reply to: Just returned from the Annapurna - continued posted by Menahem on November 28, 1999 at 06:45:15:
Also our walking times were 50% greater than those Ian suggests. However, a better indication for us was our guide, after walking with us for a day his times were spot on. To each his own, the best advice is to have extra time, that way no one feels pushed and you can add in rest days if and when needed.
Our porter/guide has his own business in Pokhara, he does his own thing and works for himself. He was great spent time with us and then with his friends. We paid him USD 12 per day this included his lodging and food. We then tipped him USD 20 at the end of the trek.