Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Jungle Safari, Rafting and Yoga

                Trip Highlights
                Entry-level easy trek in the majestic Himalaya Annapurna's foothill
Stunning Sunrise and Annapurna mountain range from  Poonhill 
Charming mountains, rhododendron forests full of birds, freshwater rivers 
Stone paved ways, suspension bridges, and deep sub-tropical valleys
Yoga and meditation
Experience of the rich Nepali culture, traditions and village lifestyles.
Sightseeing of World heritage sites in Kathmandu  and experience  beautiful Pokhara Valley
Thrills of White Water Rafting in Trishuli River
Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park  and other exciting activities
              

Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Jungle Safari, Rafting and Yoga is a special trip which not only satisfies your eyes with the stunning beauty of nature but also excites your heart while traveling along the vibrant Himalayas. It is an easy grade trip, thus a vast range of travelers can enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the majestic Annapurna. You will also experience White Water Rafting in Trishuli River where you will have heavenly pleasure with the freshwater river and Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park is included in this package where you can enjoy the sight of rare wild lives at their natural habitat.

This trip begins from Kathmandu with a drive to Benighat/Charaudi from where we begin rafting. Actually, we are going to experience Trishuli River Rafting. We experience the thrills of white water river rafting for 4-5 hours and spend the night at a riverside beach resort. The next day, we drive for Chitwan. Now, we begin to experience Chitwan activities like Tharu Cultural Show, Canoeing, Bird Watching, Jungle Walk, Jeep Safari and visit Crocodile and elephant breeding center.

After spending two nights in Chitwan, we drive to Pokhara. Further, we drive to Nayapool and begin trekking to Poonhill after following the beautiful mountains through charming ethnic villages, rhododendron forests full of birds, freshwater rivers, stone-paved ways, suspension bridges and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the beautiful Annapurna's. While trekking, you'll get the nice and cozy feelings at the pretty neat and well-managed family guest house. Your accent to Ponhill in the early morning offers magnificent sunrise and Annapurna Massif. You will also capture some part of Dhaulagiri on a distant horizon. Ghorepani, Poonhill, Tadapani, Ghandruk are best places to visit and experience local people's culture. You will have your accommodation in the 3-star hotels in cities. This is one of the most famous travel packages of Nepal that includes an entry-level trek in Annapurna with Nepal Tour, rafting and Jungle Activities. You will begin and end the trip in Kathmandu.

In this trip, you'll have experience of all types of accommodation in Nepal from the standard family house while trekking and the 3-star accommodation in the cities. Besides, we also offer two classes of yoga and meditation: in the beginning and at the end of the trip.

If you are looking for other similar trips in the same region of Nepal, we also offer Luxury Nepal tour with Dhampus Sarangkot Trek, Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, Poon Hill Sunrise Trek and Luxury Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Jungle Safari.

Trip Facts

Trip CodeLHN42
Duration14 Days
Pricefrom US$899 / person
GradeModerate
DestinationNepal
Min Pax02-15 pax

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Outline Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu airport and Pre-trip meeting.

After arriving in Kathmandu, a representative from Luxury Holidays Nepal will pick up from the airport and take to your hotel. In the afternoon, you may take a rest or visit Luxury Holidays Nepal’s office. At evening, we host a pre-trip meeting at your hotel in Kathmandu and introduce your tour and trekking guide. Please seek this opportunity to ask questions about your trip. This includes a final briefing and preparations for the trip. For the meeting, please make sure you bring your passport, three copies of passport-size photos, and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, please clear the due balance, if any. Please inform us in advance if you will be arriving late and therefore are unable to attend the pre-trip meeting. After the pre-trip meeting, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Luxury Holidays Nepal. For dinner, you will be served authentic Nepalese cuisine, which will introduce you to the country’s food culture. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Accommodation: Samsara Resort and Hotel
Max. Altitude: 1300 m/4265 ft
Meals: Welcome Dinner Included

Day 2 A full day recreational tour of Kathmandu, the capital valley

After breakfast, your sightseeing trip will start. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide for your sightseeing tour. You will visit the following sites.
Swyambunath Stupa - The Monkey Temple (World Heritage Site):
You can watch over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. Swyambhu is also known as Samhengu and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living in the premises.
Pashupatinath Temple (World Heritage Site):
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples of Nepal. It is located on the banks of Bagmati River on the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu. Pashupatinath is the most important temple dedicated to god Shiva.
Boudhanath Stupa:
Boudhanath Stupa is 2500 years old Buddhist stupa in the Valley built in the 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings. You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.
Patan Durbar Square (World Heritage Site):
Patan Durbar Square - located in central of city Lalitpur. It displays the Newari architecture that had reached its pinnacle during the reign of Malla kings who were great builders and patrons of the arts.

The rest of your time is free for further exploration and some shopping nearby your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Accommodation: Samsara Resort and Hotel
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 3 Drive from Kathmandu to Charaudi for rafting. Overnight at Resort: 85 KM/2-3 Hours drive

After breakfast, you will drive out of the Kathmandu valley. You will reach Charaudi (2-3 hours-85 KM from Kathmandu) Rafting starting place. Do raft for 2-3 hour. Overnight at resort.

Accommodation: River Fun Beach Resort
Max. Altitude: 270 m/885 ft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 4 Drive from Charaudi to Chitwan: 70 KM/2-3 Hours

After breakfast drive to Chitwan. The road snakes through a verdant forest to Chitwan. On reaching Chitwan you will be greeted by the hotel representative and will hand you the full schedule of the activities that you will be doing throughout your stay in Chitwan. Then you will have lunch.
Activities at Chitwan includes - Lunch followed by a tour of Tharu village and parks visitor center. Sunset view from Rapti River, dinner & cultural program. Overnight in Chitwan.

Accommodation: Hotel Parkland
Max. Altitude: 415 m/1360 ft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 5 Chitwan Jungle Safari (Full Day Jungle Activities)

This day will be filled with different types of jungle and non-jungle activities so in other words, it’s a day to have fun and to learn and observe new things.
Activities in Chitwan includes - Canoeing & jungle walk or a visit to the elephant breeding center. Lunch followed by an elephant safari with evening entertainment. Overnight in Chitwan.

Accommodation: Hotel Parkland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 6 Drive from Chitwan to Pokhara: 135 KM/4-5 hours

After breakfast, leave Chitwan for Pokhara (known as The Lake City owing to a large number of lakes in the city). The road first passes through the subtropical jungles and fertile vegetation in Chitwan. As you leave Chitwan, the landscape changes. You will see hills, small settlements and terraced farms. Upon your arrival in Pokhara, the beautiful lake city, you are rewarded with magnificent views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Manaslu (8,156m), Machhapuchhre (6,993m), the five peaks of Annapurna and others. Check-in to the hotel and take a rest. You may also stroll in the streets of Pokhara and just enjoy being in one of the most beautiful cities of Nepal. Overnight in Pokhara.

Accommodation: Hotel Splendid View
Max. Altitude: 827 m/2715 ft
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 7 Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul(1050 m/3445 ft) and Trek to Tikhedunga: 1 Hour drive/3-4 Hours Trek

After having breakfast at the hotel, drive to Nayapul which takes approximately one hour. Then start the first part of your hiking out to Tikhedunga (1577m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) this is a pretty easy flat hike as you pass through several small lively villages and settlements. After some time, you will ascend gently to the final destination Tlhedhunga. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Accommodation: Standard Lodge
Walking hours: 3-4 Hours
Max. Altitude: 1577 m/5170 ft
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 8 Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani: 5-6 Hours

You will ascend steeply for the first 2 hours and then ascend gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti. This path gives you breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. Your trail now gets quite easy going as you pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds which gives you good feelings till you ascend gently up to the final camp. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Accommodation: Standard Lodge
Walking hours: 5-6 Hours
Max. Altitude: 2675 m/ 8776 ft
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 9 Hike to Poon Hill (3210 m/10530 ft) and trek to Tadapani (2675 m/ 8775 ft): 5-6 hours trek

Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210m.) to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and other numerous snowcapped mountains in the morning then Hike down to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast at the Lodge and trek to Tadapani (2650 m.). Most part of the trail trek through rhododendron forest, the beautiful flower makes the jungle colorful in spring when they bloom. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Note: the trekking route to Jomsom Muktinath trek is separated from here (Ghorepani).

Accommodation: Standard Lodge
Walking hours: 5-6 Hours
Max. Altitude: 3210 m/10530 ft
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 10 Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk: 3-4 Hours trek

After breakfast, starts your trek by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. You will hear different kinds of birds chirping on the way. This is one of the popular destinations for the bird lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft center and Gurung museum. From this village you will see the views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Note: The trekking route to Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Sanctuary Trek separate form here (Tadapani)

Accommodation: Standard Lodge
Walking hours: 3-4 Hours
Max. Altitude: 2675 meter/ 8775 ft

Day 11 Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul & Drive to Pokhara: 4-5 Hours trek

This is a very easy trek by descending gently half of the way through the rice field and local villages to Syauli bazaar and walks flat part until Nayapul then drive from Nayapul to Pokhara. It takes around one hour to drive and Overnight at Hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel Splendid View
Max. Altitude: 827 m/2715 ft
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 12 A full day Pokhara Sightseeing tour.

Breakfast at the hotel. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide at your disposal. The places you visit are as below:
Bindhabasini Temple:
Lies in the center of the religious old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park grounds offer a fine picnic and relaxing area.
Davis fall:
Locally known as Patale Chhango and in the southern flank of the Pokhara valley is where the stream flowing from Fewa Lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes. This is hugely popular with tourists and locals alike.
Gupteshwor Cave:
The revered Gupteshwor Cave is situated 2 km from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Devi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-sized rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all four. This cave holds special value to Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered.
Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple:
Situated at an altitude of 800m above sea level, it is the second largest lake in the kingdom. With the Barahi Island Temple in the middle of the lake it is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the middle of Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the female force Shakti. The reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhare and Annapurna can be seen in its serene water. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake.
Seti River Gorges:
Carved by Seti-Gandaki is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. K.I. Singh bridge at Bagar, Mahendrapool & Prithivi highway Bridge near bus park, provides a perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water.
Tibetan Refugee Camps:
The Tibetan village Tashiling in the south and the Tashi Palkhel village in the north of Pokhara are renowned for the production and trade of woolen carpets and other handicrafts. The original Tibetan settlers in this region migrated to Nepal in the ‘50s.

Accommodation: Hotel Splendid View
Meals: Breakfast Included

Day 13 Drive or fly back from Pokhara to Kathmandu: 6-7 Hours drive or 25 min flight

You have an option of both driving as well as flying back to Kathmandu. The Pokhara-Kathmandu flight swifts along the Himalayas unveiling Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and Langtang ranges. After returning to Kathmandu, you have the afternoon and the evening to stroll along the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping. There is a farewell dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances. You have the option to extend your trip to continue onto rafting adventure, Kathmandu valley shopping tour, mountain biking and other activities.

Accommodation: Samsara Resort and Hotel
Max. Altitude: 1300 m/4265 ft
Meals: Farewell Dinner and Breakfast Included

Day 14 Departure day: transfer to the international airport for your final departure!!

Yoga in the morning and breakfast. After a few days of fun and excitement, the day to bid farewell has arrived. Our representatives will escort you to the Tribhuwan International Airport as per your flight time.
After the wonderful opportunity to organize this tour for you we wish you a safe and happy journey ahead.

Meals: Breakfast Included

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What's Included

Pick up from and drop off at the hotel and the airport on a private luxury vehicle.
Accommodation in Kathmandu (Samsara Resort and Hotel or similar Category), in Chitwan (Hotel Parkland or Similar category), in rafting (River fun Beach Resort or similar category) and in Pokhara (Hotel Splendid View or similar category) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara valley with private vehicles
All the rafting equipment’s i.e. boat, life jacket, paddles, waterproof bag etc. is provided.
Two nights three days accommodation in Chitwan with full board meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner) as well as all jungle activities in the national park.
Accommodation in a tented camp in rafting with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
All accommodations in standard lodges during the treks in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
Luxurious transportation from Kathmandu-Rafting-Chitwan-Pokhara-Kathmandu and by private vehicle Pokhara to the trek starting point and ending point to Pokhara.
All necessary paper works, Conservation entry permits and TIMS permit
An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people).
Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
Welcome and Farewell dinner in Kathmandu in a typical Nepali restaurant with the cultural dance performance in the evening.
2 Yoga classes(On 2^nd and 14^th Day).
Luxury Holidays Nepal's sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirt, duffle bags, city and trekking routes maps - if necessary.
All government taxes and official expenses.

What's Excluded

International airfare (See the international flights page)
Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (See the Visa & Entry Procedure of Nepal page)
Travel insurance (See the travel insurance page.)
Lunch and Dinner while you are in Kathmandu, Pokhara and trekking days (Meal costs about 3 -7 dollars per item depending on the place where you eat).
Your personal expenses.
All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic Drinks.
City sightseeing and entrance fees(See sightseeing and entrance fees)
Paragliding and flight ticket Pokhara-Kathmandu
Tips for the guide, porter & driver(Tipping is Expected).

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Cost included

Pick up from and drop off at the hotel and the airport on a private luxury vehicle.
Accommodation in Kathmandu (Samsara Resort and Hotel or similar Category), in Chitwan (Hotel Parkland or Similar category), in rafting (River fun Beach Resort or similar category) and in Pokhara (Hotel Splendid View or similar category) in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara valley with private vehicles
All the rafting equipment’s i.e. boat, life jacket, paddles, waterproof bag etc. is provided.
Two nights three days accommodation in Chitwan with full board meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner) as well as all jungle activities in the national park.
Accommodation in a tented camp in rafting with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
All accommodations in standard lodges during the treks in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
Luxurious transportation from Kathmandu-Rafting-Chitwan-Pokhara-Kathmandu and by private vehicle Pokhara to the trek starting point and ending point to Pokhara.
All necessary paper works, Conservation entry permits and TIMS permit
An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people).
Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
Welcome and Farewell dinner in Kathmandu in a typical Nepali restaurant with the cultural dance performance in the evening.
2 Yoga classes(On 2^nd and 14^th Day).
Luxury Holidays Nepal's sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirt, duffle bags, city and trekking routes maps - if necessary.
All government taxes and official expenses.

Cost Exclude

International airfare (See the international flights page)
Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (See the Visa & Entry Procedure of Nepal page)
Travel insurance (See the travel insurance page.)
Lunch and Dinner while you are in Kathmandu, Pokhara and trekking days (Meal costs about 3 -7 dollars per item depending on the place where you eat).
Your personal expenses.
All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic Drinks.
City sightseeing and entrance fees(See sightseeing and entrance fees)
Paragliding and flight ticket Pokhara-Kathmandu
Tips for the guide, porter & driver(Tipping is Expected).

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Accommodation:
Luxury Holidays Nepal provides you 3 star hotel in Kathmandu, in Chitwan, in Pokhara and standard Teahouse/Lodge throughout the trekking. Teahouse and lodge have the rooms with just the basics, normally with a bed, blanket and pillows. We will provide you and your group at the lodge which is locally available every day. If you want the luxury accommodation of 4/5 star in Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara then contact us for cost detail. Accommodation in 3 stars hotel Kathmandu (Hotel Samsara resort or Similar category), rafting (River fun Beach Resort or similar category, Chitwan (Hotel Parkland or similar category) and In Pokhara (Hotel Splendid View or similar category).

Luggage:
Throughout the trip of Mountain Trekking, your luggage are carried and moved by the porters. You should carry the water bottle, sunscreen, camera, spare jacket, etc. Your main luggage will be your trekking bag and you can carry a small lockable bag which will provide safety. You are provided with a free locker room in the hotel of Kathmandu. The weight allowance in domestic airlines of Nepal is up to 20kg and for more weight, you have to pay US$1 per/kg depending on the area.

Transportation on Journey:
Luxury Holidays Nepal will offer you private luxury vehicle for airport transferal, sightseeing, Pokhara-Nayapul-Pokhara and Luxurious tourist bus for Kathmandu-Rafting-Chitwan-Pokhara-Kathmandu.

Group Leader during the journey:
Luxury Holidays Nepal will facilitate you with the trained travelling guide in your group. There will be a single porter for a couple of people.

Payment of the Due Balance:
The rest amount of your trip can be paid in our office after your arrival or via online payment before your arrival in Nepal (Online payment). If you choose to settle your holiday balance by credit card a handling charge of 4% on the outstanding balance is made. There is no handling charge for payment by bank transfer.

Communication during Journey:
Ghorepani Poonhill trek is an easy level trek so you can find the telephone and internet facilities in most of the place.

Vouchers:
If you have purchased a voucher for the tour, please inform us which tour date suits you as soon as you are certain. We need time to purchase your domestic air ticket and make other arrangements so please confirm your spot on a tour at least 2 months prior to the commencement of the tour. Your booking on a particular tour date is subject to availability of spots. Also, please send us your redemption code and voucher number through this link (Voucher Redemption).

Visa:
You can get a visa in Kathmandu airport upon arrival for $25 USD (or equivalent in other major currencies) for a 15 days visa or $40 USD for a 30 days visa. Please bring 2 photos for the visa. Expect to have some waiting time in the queue for obtaining your visa. You can also get your visa prior to coming on the tour by contacting your closest Nepali embassy. (Nepal Visa Info)

Booking your international flight:
If you don't have a regular travel agent then you can check for international flight options at one of these sites.
makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com, www.vayama.com
They usually have good offers.
For more details: (See the international flights page)

When and where should you arrive?
Please book your international flight to arrive and depart from Kathmandu international airport. The tour starts with an orientation meeting at about 5 pm on the first night of the tour and ends on after the scheduled trip after breakfast.
You will be received outside the Kathmandu international airport terminal by representatives holding a "Luxury Holidays Nepal" sign card and he will escort you to the Hotel.
If you plan to arrive early or depart late, please make sure you make extra hotel arrangements by contacting at booking@luxuryholidaynepal.com
After you purchase your international air ticket, please contact us to give your flight details.

Currencies are accepted in Nepal:
Some major currencies (USD, AUD, and EURO) are accepted for both VISA and in general. There are plenty of ATM's in Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara and credit cards are accepted in limited shops and many restaurants. Please note that only Nepali rupees are accepted on the trek.

Health Issues:
The altitude sickness will get from 3000 meters. Normally below three 3000 meters will not have altitude related problems usually for people for stable health. But above it can cause altitude-related sickness. If you have a health condition which might cause problems, please consult a doctor about the advisability of doing the trek. For Your information, your traveling guide will also have pills for Altitude Sickness and other basic medicine. We recommend you to take pills for diarrhea, cold, fever and nausea.

Insurance/Evacuation:
We do not hope that there may arise any serious problem for you in your journey, but if you get caught by serious illness then we will do our best to take you to the nearest hospital possible. But you will be responsible for all the expenses that take place in the evacuation process. So, it is good for you to have insurance which will cover your cost. Be Insured. (See the travel insurance page)

Mount Everest:
If you want to see a close view of Mt. Everest and Himalayan peaks, we can arrange mountain flights. You can contact booking@luxuryholidaynepal.com to book. To know more about Mount Everest Scenic Flight by plane, please click here and Everest Scenic Flight by Helicopter click here.

Trip Extensions:
If you like our service and you want to extend your trip, then we can further organize your trip to India, Bhutan and Tibet. And other trekking and activities of Nepal like Everest Trek, Annapurna Basecamp Trek, Langtang Trek, Manaslu Trek, Bunjee Jumping, Rafting, Peak Climbing, Tours, etc.

Tips:
A general rule of thumb for tipping is to USD 40 to USD 70 per Traveler, depending on the length of the trek. Porters do appreciate a personal tip, although it is not uncommon for the Guide and his Porters to pool the tips they have collected before splitting it amongst themselves, with the Guide is getting a little more for overseeing the welfare and safety of both the Travelers and Porters as a whole. That said, this is just a guide and you may tip, however much you think is appropriate for the services rendered which made your trip a memorable one.

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During the trip; weather, local politics, transport or other factors, that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is however very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered. If alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect.

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