ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK
Annapurna Base Camp Trek – Trip Overview
Annapurna Base Camp Trek starts from trailhead Nayapul, cross-river beds and terraced hillsides, on trails disappearing into blazing rhododendron clusters and oak forest, to picturesque villages of the Gurungs. We go on to the deep narrow corridor of Modi River Gorge, the entrance to the sanctuary, a spectacular mountain amphitheatre formed by the towering peaks of Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna I and III, Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, and Machhapuchre. Annapurna Basecamp Trek allows trekkers to pitch camp at approximately 14,000 ft, in the middle of these awesome surroundings.
Annapurna Sanctuary is also popular as a natural amphitheatre because of its dramatic views from where trekkers can enjoy real natural wonders. In return, we descend through the gorge and cross the Deorali Pass from which can be had a bird’s eye view of the Kali Gandaki valley. On a rest day normally planned for Ghorepani, a short climb up to Poon Hill is worthwhile to get a sweeping view of the entire western Himalaya, including the giant Dhaulagiri.
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TRIP FACTS |
| Duration |
13 days whole package |
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Activities |
Trekking |
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Maximum Altitude |
5416m |
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Best Season |
March/ Apr/ May/ Sep/ Oct/ Nov/Dec |
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The Trip Starts/Ends |
In Kathmandu (The Capital of Nepal) |
| Accommodations |
Eco Teahouse lodge room managed by local community inclusive breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. |
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Transport |
Necessary as per package you have required depends on group size – car /van/bus/flight/ to and from starting and ending point and drive or flight from the gateway town |
BOOKING ENQUIRY |
Highlights |
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Private guided city tour in Kathmandu |
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Explore Annapurna Sanctuary’s inner valley trail, and encounter different varied cultural regions in front of the Himalayas |
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Dramatic views of the snow-capped Annapurna Himalayan heartland |
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The most popular Southern Base Camp at 410m |
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Experience typical culture in highland. |
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Visit Namche Bazar, Tengboche Monastery, Khumjung and Pangboche Sherpa villages. |
ITINERARY |
DAY 01 |
Kathmandu |
| Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and transfer to a Hotel. | |
DAY 02 |
Kathmandu-Pokhara (200 km) |
| After breakfast, travel to Pokhara (200 km), which takes around 5/6 hours. In Pokhara, evening preparation for trekking. | |
DAY 03 |
Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga / Ullari (1540m) |
| Breakfast in Pokhara and drive to Nayapul by private cab/car, which takes 2 hours and covers nearly 46km. Start trek to Tikhedhunga (4-5 hours walk) and ascend slowly through terraced fields and classic mountain villages. | |
DAY 04 |
Trek to Ghorepani (2750m) (4-5 Hours Trek) |
| Breakfast, and start the steep uphill trek in the morning until Ulleri, and comparatively easy uphill trek to Ghorepani through delightful villages, and beautiful dense rhododendron forest. If the weather is clear, you will see stunning mountain views from Ghorepani, making the climb well worth it. | |
DAY 05 |
Poon Hill Sunrise, Trek to Tadapani (2710m) (6-7 Hours Trek) |
| Wake up early and hike up to Poonhill for sunrise, Annapurna/Dhaulagiri Himalayan Panorama view. Breakfast back in Ghorepani and continue trek to Tadapani through rhododendron forests. If you are lucky, you will see some wild animals, such as langur monkeys climbing through the trees. There are excellent views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhare from Tadapani. | |
DAY 06 |
Tadapani Trek to Chhomrong (2100m) |
| Breakfast and downhill trek Chhomrong for 5/6 hours. Chhomrong itself is a beautiful village, typically Gurung in style, situated in the lap of the great Annapurna massif. Chhomrong is the highest permanent settlement in the valley. | |
DAY 07 |
Trek to Dovan (2430m) (6-7 Hours Trek) |
| Breakfast and trek descend to Chhomrong Khola and the steep uphill trek to Sinuwa. The trail follows the river through another tiny settlement known as Bamboo, which has some tea houses and crosses three streams before arriving at Dovan (2430m). | |
DAY 08 |
Trek to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3700m) (6-7 Hours Trek) |
| Trek through an intermittent bamboo forest. The valley becomes increasingly hemmed in by ever steeper slopes, and there are regular streams crossing on the trail. You can also have some rest at Himalaya Hotel (2873m) before climbing to Hinko (3139m), a short path to Deurali (3231m) and on through Bagar to reach Machhapuchhare Base Camp. | |
DAY 09 |
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) to Bamboo (4130m, 7-8 Hours) |
| This is a short hike of around two hours following the left-hand tributary of the Modi Khola to reach the destination of the famous ABC. From the Annapurna base camp, we retrace our steps to Bamboo. The trek is downhill, so it shouldn’t be very difficult. Besides, we will always have the company of the extraordinary landscape to cheer us up. | |
DAY 10 |
Trek to Bamboo-Jhinu Danda (1760m, 5-6 Hours) |
| From Bamboo, it is an uphill trek to Kuldighar followed by a downhill walk to Chhomrong Khola. Then, we climb the stone steps to Chhomrong. The trail then descends to Jhinu Danda, where we will be resting for the night. We will have an opportunity to enjoy the hot springs which are just a 15-20 minute downhill walk from Jhinu Danda to soothe our aching bodies. Overnight stay in Jhinu Danda. | |
DAY 11 |
Trek Back to Nayapul to Pokhara |
| We can enjoy a final downhill walk through forests and villages for about 6 hours to Nayapul. From here, we drive for about 1 hour back to Pokhara where our trek ends, and we can enjoy a shower and relax in this stunning Lakeside town enjoying the memories! | |
DAY 12 |
Pokhara-Kathmandu (200 km, 5-6 Hours) |
| After breakfast, transfer to Katmandu. Free evening – you may go for SPA, STEAM BATH or relax at Hotel. | |
DAY 13 |
End of Trek |
| After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu to connect your onwards Journey. | |
PRICE DETAILS |
| INR 45,000 nett p/p 2-6 pax |
| INR 41,000 nett p/p 7-11 pax |
| INR 37,000 nett p/p 12-16 pax |
| INR 35,000 nett p/p 17-21 pax |
Cost Includes |
Cost Does Not Include |
| Complete lodging, which includes Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and room during the whole trekking period | Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara |
| All entrance fees | Rescue/ emergence and insurance cost |
| All necessary transportations | Beverage and hard drinks and alcohol |
| Airport pick up/drops | Nepal entry visa fee and airport tax during the departure |
| Kathmandu valley Guided city tour | Personal equipment and personal expenses |
| First aid kits | Tips (usually people can keep US $ 4-5/day in total for tips and donation which is a good amount) |
| All government taxes and official charges | In case of natural calamities i.e. political unrest, cancellation of flight due to weather, landslides etc the extra charge is not covered |
| 4 nights hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast | |
| 2 nights hotel in Pokhara with breakfast | |
| Pokhara to Kathmandu to Kathmandu transfer private vehicle | |
| Guide, Assistant Guide, and Porters | |
| Accidental and medical Insurance of Nepalese staff | |
| Road transport/one-way flight as well | |
| Personal equipment such as sleeping bags/ jackets (if you do not have we can arrange within USD 1.00/day for two items) |
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