Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trip Facts
Accommodation:	Standard to Deluxe Hotel's Options in Cities & Tea Houses During Trek
Grade:	Easy
Max Altitude:	4,130 m / 13,550 ft
Meals:	As Mentioned In The Itinerary
Transportation:	Private Vehicle/Flight
Duration:	16 Nights / 17 Days
Group Size :	1 to 15 People

Highlights of The Trek

Step into Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m and trek to the most Diverse Annapurna Region
Witness Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Hiuchuli (6,441 m) , Mt. Fishtail (6,997 m) and Annapurna Glacier
Visit many Villages of Magar, Gurungs and enjoy Hot Spring at Jhinu Danda
Witness Annapurna Range from Poon Hill on Sunrise and from Annapurna Base Camp during Sunrise and Sunset
Visit Sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu
Pay Homage to living goddess, Kumari in Kathmandu Durbar Square
Enjoy Nepali Food, Hospitality and Culture

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m /4,430 ft)

Day 02: Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu

Day 03: Drive or Fly to Pokhara (210 km)- 6 Hours or 25 Minutes

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul (1.5 Hours) and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m/5,050 ft)-6 Hours

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (2,750 m/ 9,025 ft)-6 Hours

Day 06: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m/10,530 ft)-1 Hour and trek to Tadapani(2,950 m/9,680 ft)- 6 Hours

Day 07: Trek to Chomrong (2,170 m/7,120 ft)-6 Hours

Day 08: Trek to Dovan via Bamboo (2,335 m/ 7,660 ft)-6 Hours

Day 09: Trek to Himalaya Hotel (2,920 m/9,580 ft) & to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m/12,140 ft)-6 Hours

Day 10: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft)-2 Hours

Day 11: Trek back to Dovan - 6 Hours

Day 12: Trek back to Chomorong and to Jhinu Danda- 6 Hours

Day 13: Trek to Ghandruk (1,950 m/6,400 ft)-6 Hours

Day 14: Trek to Landruk and to Dhampus (1,799 m/5,905 ft)- 6 Hours

Day 15: Trek to Phedi- 2 Hours and drive to Pokhara- 30 Minutes

Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu- 30 Minutes

Day 17: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the most accepted, renowned and significant classical trek in the Annapurna Region. This trek takes us to Annapurna Base Camp and Machhapuchhre Base Camp through passing various beautiful villages, people of different cultures, nature and a close view of snow capped mountains. The major highlights of this ABC Trek are diverse culture of Gurung, Magar Settlements, Dense Forest, Flora and Fauna, Sunrise and Sunset View from Poon Hill and Base Camp over Annapurna Range including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Hot Spring in Jhinu and lots more. This region with lush green Pine and Rhododendron forest is the home for Elusive Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Himalayan Monal (National Bird of Nepal) and many more.

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp is the life time opportunity for the trekkers who have always been dreaming of going to Himalayas without too much of effort. This trek is suitable for everyone, means does not need too much of strength and trekking experience. This Classical Annapurna Base Camp trek is the leisure trek in which you can walk gently without rush and in a relaxed way in compared to Annapurna Base Camp trek shorter version. You can consider doing this trek solo or with friends, family with kids.

This Annapurna Base Camp Trekking also called Annapurna Sanctuary Trek starts from Nayapul (New Bridge) which is 1 hour 30 minutes drive from Pokhara and ends at Phedi. This trek can be done throughout the year but the most suitable time is from March to May and September to November. Every year, this region hosts Hundreds of Thousands trekker from around the world and is managed and maintained by Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and Nepal Trust for Nature and Conservation (NTNC).

We can arrange Annapurna Base Camp trek either from Kathmandu or Pokhara as per your convenience, and is can be customized as per your duration of travel. We have several options to the Base Camp. From Kathmandu, Pokhara is 210 km and accessible by road in 6 hours and just a 25 minutes City Flight with so many daily flights of different airlines.

For accommodation, there are many choices of hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara as per your Budget and Comfort. And during trek, there are nice Tea Houses/ Local Lodges run by the house owner with a blend of Nepalese Hospitality.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m /4,430 ft)

After arriving at Kathmandu International Airport, our office representative welcomes you with Garland and takes you to hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have briefing on trek and equipment check by our Trek Manager and Trek Guide. Then, we will take you for dinner to make you introduced with Nepalese food habits and Culture.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

Activity Duration:

Day 02: Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square in Kathmandu

After breakfast, we will take you for guided tour of Kathmandu city. We will begin with Pashupatinath Temple which is famous Hindu Temple of Lord Shiva at the bank of holy Bagmati River. After this, we continue to Boudhanath Stupa, which is giant Stupa in Asia and a focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Kathmandu. Then, we drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square where Nepalese Kings used to get Throne. Interesting places to see here are Taleju Temple, Statue of Kal Bhairabh and Hanuman, Temple of Jagannath (Erotic Temple) and Kastamandap Temple from which Kathmandu got its name. We visit Kumari Temple and pay homage to the living goddess, Kumari and also walk around the Freak streets which was famous during Hippie Era in 60's and 70's.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B

Activity Duration:

Day 03: Drive or Fly to Pokhara (210 km)- 6 Hours or 25 Minutes

After breakfast, you may consider either to fly or drive to Pokhara. If you drive, you may consider to enjoy Water Rafting at Trishuli River with Picnic lunch for 3/4 hours. We drive on Prithivi Highway. When we approach Pokhara, we see the magnificent Annapurna Range. In the evening, we walk around Lakeside Bazaar.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.

Meals: B L

Activity Duration:

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul (1.5 Hours) and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m/5,050 ft)-6 Hours

After breakfast, we drive to Nayapul crossing beautiful villages of Hemja, Kande, Naudanda and Lumle. At Nayapul, after we manage loads among porters, we trek to Birethanti along the Modi River. We cross several tributaries, then pass through two settlements of Lamthali and Sudame. After Hile (1,470 m), we arrive at Tirkhedunga.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Tirkhedunga.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (2,750 m/ 9,025 ft)-6 Hours

Today our trail descends initially and after crossing the Bhrundi River, we make steep climb on stone steps to reach Ulleri(2,073 m). From Ulleri, our trails climb steadily to lush Oak forests and crosses numerous small streams. Then we pass a Rest House, Dharmashal and continue until we arrive at Ghorepani. Ghorepani literally means Horse Watering place.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Ghorepani.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 06: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m/10,530 ft)-1 Hour and trek to Tadapani(2,950 m/9,680 ft)- 6 Hours

We wake up early morning and climb Poon Hill to view the magnificent Sunrise over Annapurna Range and Mt. Dhaulagiri. After spending around hour, we return back to Ghorepani. We will have breakfast and then continue to Tadapani.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Tadapani.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 07: Trek to Chomrong (2,170 m/7,120 ft)-6 Hours

This day, we make our way to Chomorong which is beautiful Gurung Village at the top of the hill. After breakfast, we begin our trek to Chomorong. We trek through dense forest of Rhododendron and see other Flora and Fauna including Himalayan Monal, National Bird of Nepal. Several Ups and Downs are common on the trail.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Chmorong.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 08: Trek to Dovan via Bamboo (2,335 m/ 7,660 ft)-6 Hours

After breakfast, we descend down on step stone until the Suspension Bridge on Chomorong River. Then we ascend up to Lower and Upper Sinuwa. We continue to Bamboo, passing small streams and tropical forests for the delicious lunch. Passing though huge Bamboo forest, we will reach at to Dovan.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Dovan.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 09: Trek to Himalaya Hotel (2,920 m/9,580 ft) & to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m/12,140 ft)-6 Hours

After breakfast, we start our trek by entering to the forest and arrive at Himalaya Hotel in 1 & 1/2 hours. We continue walking to the middle of the forest with frequent Ups and Downs to arrive at Hinko Cave (3,140 m). After the Cave, we continue to Deurali for lunch. After lunch, we walk along the River and may walk on Snow specially in winter to arrive at Macchapuchre Base Camp just below the Macchapuchre Mountain, Mt. Fishtail.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Machapuchre Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 10: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft)-2 Hours

After breakfast, we continue to Annapurna Base Camp. The Trail is a gentle uphill on a valley kind. During the walk, we see Mt. Fishtail on back and Annapurna South and Hiuchuli on the front. Annapurna Base Camp is marked by Sign Board with many prayers flag. After lunch, we walk on the ridge above lodge from where we see Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Hiuchuli (6,441 m), Mt. Fishtail (6,997 m) and Annapurna Glacier. The view is rewarding during the Sunset.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Annapurna Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 11: Trek back to Dovan - 6 Hours

We wake up early in the morning and walk to the ridge to witness the magnificent Sunrise over Annapurna Range. Then after breakfast, we descend down to Macchapuchre Base Camp and continue our trail back to Dovan.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Dovan.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 12: Trek back to Chomorong and to Jhinu Danda- 6 Hours

This way we will follow the same trail till Chomorong and descend steep down to Jhinu Danda for 45 minutes. In the late afternoon, we walk down for 20 minutes to Jhinu Natural Hot Spring for Natural Hot Bath on the river bank of Modi Khola.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Jhinu Danda.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 13: Trek to Ghandruk (1,950 m/6,400 ft)-6 Hours

This day, we trek to the famous Ghandruk Village. It is the biggest Gurung Village in this region and been renowned center of all the Gurkhas, who mostly serve on British and Indian Army as Gurkha Regiment. In the evening, we walk around the Village and visit Gurung Mesuem. We will have the best view of Annapurna South and Hiuchuli from Ghandrunk.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Ghandruk.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 14: Trek to Landruk and to Dhampus (1,799 m/5,905 ft)- 6 Hours

You can wake up early in the morning for Sunrise. After breakfast, we trek downhill until we reach to Modi River and cross a bridge. Then we gently ascend to Landruk Village for lunch which is another Gurung Village. After lunch, we continue to Dhampus passing by Pothana Village.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Dhampus.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 15: Trek to Phedi- 2 Hours and drive to Pokhara- 30 Minutes

This is our last day of the trek. We have easy morning and descend down through Dhampus village and reach at Phedi. Then at Phedi, we meet our vehicle and drive to Pokhara. Upon arrival in Pokhara, the whole day is free rest unless you have any plan. In the evening, you may walk around the Lakeside Bazaar.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.

Meals: B L

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Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu- 30 Minutes

After relaxing morning, we drive to Pokhara Airport in the afternoon and fly back to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, we will host farewell dinner to mark the great success of your Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B D

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Day 17: Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, we will drop you to the airport before 3 hours of your flight time.

Accomodation:

Meals: B

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Cost Info

Cost Includes:

Garland welcome, arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu with office representative.
3 Nights in Kathmandu with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service Charge.
2 Nights in Pokhara with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service Charge.
11 Nights/12 Days All inclusive treks in Annapurna Region with breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee each time in meals in local tea houses/lodges.
Meals as indicated in the Itinerary.
English Speaking Trek Guide with a reliable team of porters (2:1 Ratio) and additional Sherpa as per the group size.
Insurance, Food, Accommodation and daily wages to Trekking Crew.
First Aid Kit and Personal Duffel Bag .
Welcome and Farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project, ACAP Fees and Trekkers Information Management System, TIMS Fees.
Bottle Drinking water in vehicle for drives and transfers.
All drives, sightseeing and transfers by Deluxe Vehicle as per the group size.
24/7 hours Assistance.

Cost Excludes:

International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal Visa fees on Arrival at Airport (USD 50/- for 30 Days).
Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara except welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Bottle drinking water, hot beverages, charges for hot shower, mobile/camera charges during the trek.
Personal nature of expenses like tips, bar bills, laundry and personal expenses.
Cost may arise of natural calamities, flight cancellation, illness, hospitalization, tour cancellation, blockade etc.
Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Charges in case of emergency.
Other than in our include section.