Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Kathmandu, Nepal
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous treks in Nepal. This route is flocked by trekkers of all age groups. The breathtaking Annapurna range has been a favorite for many trekkers throughout the years.

The 14-day trip starts at Pokhara and from there you drive to Nayapul to enter the Annapurna region. Pokhara is the lowest point on the trek at 870 meters and the highest point is the Annapurna Base Camp at 4,170 meters. Also, you will also need a permit to trek inside the Annapurna Conservation Area.

You don’t need technical skills to conquer this trek. Also, trekkers need not worry about Altitude Sickness. However, do carry medicines to tackle altitude sickness if it’s your first time climbing to high altitudes. There are many options like Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and Mardi Himal Trek if you want to experience more of this region. Likewise, the best times for this trek are the spring and autumn seasons.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport.

Pass By: Himalayan Adventure, Near Nursing Chowk, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Your arrival in Kathmandu will be marked by landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). A company representative of Himalayan Adventure Treks & Tours will receive you and transfer you to your hotel. Evening you can meet the participants and the trek members. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel on twin sharing room.

Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu to Pokhara (915m) By Tourist Bus 6-7 Hours. (B)

Pass By: Pokhara, Pokhara, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
This drive will take most of our morning time, leaving much of the afternoon to get a warming glimpse of Pokhara Valley and fall in love with its ethereal beauty.

Pokhara is the tourist’s paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of mountains. You can observe the glistening white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. we will go for an evening walk around the Fewa lake.

Meals included:

Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel on twin sharing room.

Day 3: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1050m) and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1570m) 3-4 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Tikhedhunga, Tikhedhunga, Seti Zone, Far-Western Region
After one and half hour drive by car to Nayapul (1050m) Now you begin your trek to Tirkhedhunga (1570m.) or Ulleri via Birethanti (1065m) which takes about three to four hours to Tikhedhunga and still you have time and energy you can walk up the Ulleri hill which takes another one and half hour.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 4: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m) 6-7 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Ghorepani, Ghorepani, Dhaulagiri Zone, Western Region
You begin your trek with steep ascend for the first 2 hours and then gently passing through Magar villages of Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthati. On the way, you can view the Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Himchuli (6441m.) and Annapurna South (7219m) and many more mountains.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 5: Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani (2675m) via Poon Hill (3210m) 6-7 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Tadapani, Ghandruk 33700, Nepal
Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210m.) to enjoy the superb sunrise 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 mountain peaks.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 6: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1950m) 3-4 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Annapurna Mountain Range, Nepal
It is an easy descent all the way through rhododendron and oak forests. You can hear the chirping of various birds on the way. This is one of the popular destinations for bird lovers. Ghandruk is a traditional Gurung village which offers good views of Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Gangapurna (7455m), Annapurna III (7755m) and Fishtail (6993m).

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 7: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2040m) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Chhomrong, Ghandruk 33700, Nepal
In the beginning, you ascend gently for an hour up to Ghandruk (2100m.) followed by a steep descent to the Kimron Khola (1700m).

Chhomrong is known as the gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. From here, you get a grandstand view of the peaks that were visible on the trail. Do not miss the sunset view on Annapurna South from here. Our journey starts from Ghandruk goes through Midi, Landruk, sam rung, etc. it will take about 5-6 hours to reach Chhomrong.

This is a very popular village for Gorkhas people. This is also very popular for pizza. You can try pizza for your dinner. You can enjoy the great view of Annapurna ranges from the Chhomrong village.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 8: Trek from Chhomrong to Himalaya (2920m) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Annapurna Region, Annapurna Region, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
Leaving Chhomrong, the trail descends on a stone staircase and crosses the Chhomrong climbing further on a rocky trail (beware of the stinging nettles!) you reach three hotels at Sinuwa, a check post at 2350m. You descend a long, steep stone staircase into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests. It is then a short distance on a muddy trail to Himalaya (2920m.).

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 9: Trek from Himalaya to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) (4170m) 6-7 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Annapurna Mountain Range, Nepal
This is one of the places, where you can enjoy the view of Mount Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna III (7555m.), Gangapurna (7454m.) and Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.). The path follows through the alpine forest. After a short trek, you begin to approach Annapurna Base Camp (4170m.). From here, you can see the panoramic views of several Himalayan peaks.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 10: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Annapurna Mountain Range, Nepal
After the morning amazing view of sunrise from the Annapurna ranges, Glacier, green valley, and eye-catching mountains on the Annapurna Base camp we will have breakfast then walk down to Bamboo. Which takes about 5-6 hours.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 11: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (Hot Spring) (1750m) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)

Pass By: Jhinu Danda, Ghandruk 33700, Nepal
The path is a gradual descend up to a Bamboo passing through forests with varieties of rhododendron, oaks, and bamboo. Afterward, the trail goes steeply up to the Kuldi Ghar and levels quite flat until you reach Sinuwa. The trek gradually descends to the Chhomrong Khola and then you have to follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhomrong. The last part of the trail is steeply down to Jhinudanda. From the town, you walk down for 20 minutes to reach Hot Spring at the bank of the Modi Khola. You can unwind yourself at the hot spring.

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Tea Houses on twin sharing room.

Day 12: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Pokhara via Nayapul 4-5 Hours. (B/L)

Pass By: Pokhara, Pokhara, Gandaki Zone, Western Region
For the first part of the trek, you will descend observing beautiful waterfalls. The trail then ascends gently crossing numerous streams and terraces. After a short trek, you will be at Birethanti (1025m.) Now the trail gently ascends to Nayapul passing through a forest and the trail follows the Modi river.

Meals included:


Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel on twin sharing room.

Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus 6-7 Hours. (B/D)

Pass By: Thamel, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
On the way, you will head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin, and Kurintar, where Nepal’s first cable car joins the Manakamana Temple. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city of Kathmandu.

Evening we will celebrate the farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.

Meals included:


Accommodation included: 3 Star Hotel on twin sharing room.

Day 14: Departure to Airport. (B)

Pass By: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
A representative from Himalayan Adventure Treks and Tours will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

  • Pick up from Airport and Transfer to the hotel by private car.
  • Two night’s 3* Hotel in Kathmandu and pokhara on BB plan.
  • Trekking permit Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
  • Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast during trekking.
  • An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters(1 porter for 2 clients)
  • All necessary paper works.
  • All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
  • Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
  • Arrangement of Travel rescue.
  • Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
  • All government taxes.
  • Last Night farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance
  • 13x Breakfast
  • 10x Lunch
  • 10x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 13 nights

Exclusions

  • Nepal Visa fee you may obtain easily in Kathmandu airport.
  • International air fare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Extra night Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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