Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Kathmandu, Nepal

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The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is popularly also known as Annapurna Sanctuary trek. The journey to its base camp is frequently placed on top of the best trekking routes in the world. This trek passes through gushing waterfalls, ethnic villages, terraced farmlands, lush rhododendron forests, providing one with the picturesque panorama of the mountains. It follows an exquisite river basin called the Annapurna Sanctuary with deep gorges, narrow and dazzling river and glacier valleys.

The walk will be a clockwise direction, starting from Nayapul, to Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Chhomrung, Deurali, and lastly to the Base Camp. The trail will also take you to the popular Poon Hill. It normally takes 10-12 days to cover this route depending upon the time of the trekker. Because the path mostly goes through the highlands of the region, high altitude might be a challenge. Another challenge might be the slippery nature of the classical route.

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Pass By: Oriental Journeys, 11 Tokha, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
After your arrival at Tribhuvan Internaional Airport, Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft), a representative from Oriental Journeys will receive you and take to Hotel in Thame. There will be a briefing session about the trekking program and introduction with your guide.

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Accommodation included: Samsara Resort and Hotel or Thamel Eco Resort

Day 2: Fly to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft), trek to Ghandruk (1940m/6360 ft): 30 minutes flight, 5 - 6 hours trek

Pass By: Pokhara Lakeside, 6X84+3JQ, Lakeside Rd, Pokhara 33700, Nepal
Your guide from Oriental Journeys will pick you up from your hotel and you will drive to domestic airport in Kathmandu. After a flight of 30 minutes, you will land in Pokhara. We have a private vehicle arrangement at Pokhara to drop you at Nayapul. You will catch a local vehicle there at Nayapul that will drop you to Ulleri after an hour drive. Then your trek starts at Ulleri. Walking ascending trail you will reach fat Ghandruk (1940m/6360 ft.

Overnight at teahouse lodge

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Accommodation included: Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 3: Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 5 - 6 hours

Pass By: Chhomrong Cottage, CR99+V22, Ghandruk 33700, Nepal
As usual, your trekking program starts after breakfast You will experience friendly villagers with smiling faces. Gurung community, culture, nature and their warm hospitality are the major attraction of this area.

For night you will stay at local lodge at Chhomrong.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 4: Chhomrong to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 4 - 5 hours

Pass By: Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Thamel Kathmandu, Pokhara 44600 Nepal
Trek starts after breakfast. The trail out of Chhomrong descends via 2500 stone steps and crosses the Chhomrong Khola on a swaying suspension bridge. You can enjoy photography on the way. The trail near Sinuwa is uphill. You have to pass through a beautiful forest to reach Kuldihar. There is easy downhill walk to Bamboo.

Overnight at teahouse in Bamboo.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 5: Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 3 - 4 hours

Pass By: Hotel View Point Deurali & Restaurant, Annapurna Base Camp, Deurali, Ghandruk 33700, Nepal
You have to walk through damp and cold bamboo forest for the first part of trek. The astounding views of the glacial river please your heart. You can visit Hinku Cave on the way. The trail passes closer to the river before climbing again to Deurali, You will be enjoying the scenic stretch of the day and the vertical rock face cliffs above with bands of wispy waterfalls.

Overnight in Deurali.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 6: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours

Pass By: Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Thamel Kathmandu, Pokhara 44600 Nepal
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours

Today, you have to climb gently through a river bed and walk steep trail over to the mountain side. You will be enjoying strenous hike from Bagar to Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The majestic Machhapuchhre offers you its own wonderful view along with the view of Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna.

Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp.

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Accommodation included: Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 7: Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) to Bamboo: 5- 6 hours

Pass By: Old Gurung Museum, 5 Kaski, Ghandruk Nepal
You can spent several minutes taking morning photographs of the mountains and surroundings. After breakfast retrace the same way back from Annapurna to Bamboo. It is an easy downhill walk. There extraordinary landscapes cheer you up.

Overnight at Bamboo.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at teahouse lodge

Day 8: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5770 ft): 5 - 6 hours

Pass By: Jhinu Danda Hot spring, CR8H+884, Ghandruk 33700, Nepal
Today, you have to walk ups and down trial for the whole day. At the beginning, the trail from Bamboo to Kuldighar is uphill, then there is downhill walk to Chhomrong Khola and again climbing up to Chhomrong. Finally, you have to descend to Jhinu Danda. The mountain views, local flora and fauna make you experience a different. After checking in your room at lodge, you can walk down few minutes to enjoy hot spring bath. It will be a relaxing moment.

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Accommodation included: Tea House

Day 9: Trek to Naya Pul then drive to Pokhara: 6 hours trek, 1 hour drive

Pass By: Pokhara Lakeside, 6X84+3JQ, Lakeside Rd, Pokhara 33700, Nepal
This day you will be trekking down to Siwai catch a vehicle there and drive to Pokhara.

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Kuti Resort

Day 10: Fly to Kathmandu, free time to go around Thamel for Souvenir Shopping

Pass By: Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal, P886+G8C, ठमेल भगवती मार्ग, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
After breakfast in the morning you will move to Kathmandu. If you fly, there will be time for you to visit some sites in Kathmandu the same day. But driving to Kathmandu, will take 5-6 hours.

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Samsara Resort and Hotel or Thamel Eco Resort

Day 11: Full Day Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

Pass By: Pashupatinath Temple, 44621 Pashupati Nath Road, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
After your Breakfast your sightseeing program starts at 9 am. There will be a full day Kathmandu valley tour with an English speaking tour guide from Oriental Journeys.

Today you will be visiting UNESCO listed World heritage sites of valley; PASHUPATINATH, BOUDDHANATH, SWAYAMBHU and KATHAMANDU DURBAR SQUARE.

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Samsara Resort and Hotel or Thamel Eco Resort

Day 12: Departure to your own destination

Pass By: Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Farewell and Final Departure to your destination from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

International airport picks up & drops
Accommodation on Guest House (Lodge) during the trekking
2 night’s Hotel in Kathmandu on Bed & breakfast plan
An English speaking Guide
All Government local Taxes
Annapurna Conservation Area Fees
TIMS) Trekker’s information Management System card
Guide salary & insurance during the trekking
First Aid kit above 6 pax Compulsory from Agency
Accommodation as per itinerary
7x Breakfast
4x Dinner
2x Lunch
Accommodation included: 11 nights

Exclusions

Domestic Flights
Trekking equipment any type of personal expenses
3 meals per day during the trek (Breakfast Lunch & Dinner) including Tea or coffee
Necessary Porter 1: 2 (one porter for two Guest) the porter will carry (30KG in maximum) your luggage during the trek
Alcoholic Beverage drinks, phone and Laundry
Emergency Rescue and Travel Insurance, Trip Cancellation cost accident or Health, Loss Theft or Damage and personal effects.
Hot Shower during Trek
Entrance Fees any kind of Temples, Monastery etc
Tips and Gratuities
Anything not mentioned in inclusion list

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible
Dress code is formal, kindly make sure of packing warm clothes such as Down jacket, Sleeping bag, full sleeve, warm hat, sun glasses, gloves, warm socks, trekking boot, slipper, thermal under garments, fleece jacket, water bottle, day bag, goretex jacket, sun/cold creams, head light etc.
Persons with back problem are not recommended to take participate
Participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions are requested not to take part.
This trekking package is not recommended for pregnant women
A moderate grade of trekking
This destination and trail is not accessible for wheel chair users.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
If canceled due to bad weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or alternate destination of same value
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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