12-Day Annapurna Base Camp & Poon Hill Trek with Flights

5.0 (29 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
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Duration12 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience both Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp in one private 12-day journey from arrival to departure. The package includes a scenic Kathmandu–Pokhara flight, airport transfers, private trailhead transportation, three hotel nights, trekking accommodation, meals during the trek, permits and a licensed local guide. Walk through rhododendron forests and traditional mountain villages, enjoy sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, and reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 metres. As a private trek, the guide’s attention is focused entirely on you and your travelling party.

What's included

  • One night’s twin-sharing hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Eight nights’ twin-sharing teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • Airport transfers and transportation between Pokhara and the trekking trailhead
  • Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and required trekking fees
  • Licensed English-speaking trekking guide, including the guide’s expenses and insurance
  • Two nights’ twin-sharing hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek as specified in the itinerary
  • International flights and Nepal entry visa
  • Travel insurance covering trekking up to 4,130 metres and emergency helicopter evacuation
  • Porter service—available in advance at an additional cost
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara, except the included farewell dinner
  • Bottled water, alcoholic beverages and additional hot or cold drinks
  • Wi-Fi, battery charging, hot showers, laundry and other personal expenses
  • Emergency evacuation, rescue and medical expenses
  • Tips for guides, drivers and trekking staff
  • Extra accommodation, meals, transport due to unforeseen events
  • Services not specifically listed under “What’s included”

What to expect

Begin this private 12-day journey with airport pickup and a hotel stay in Kathmandu. Fly to Pokhara and continue by private vehicle to the trailhead before trekking through Ulleri, Ghorepani and the rhododendron forests of the Annapurna region. Hike to Poon Hill for sunrise views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, then continue through traditional villages to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 metres.

12-Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu, airport pickup and hotel transfer.
Day 2: Fly to Pokhara, drive to the trailhead and trek to Ulleri.
Day 3: Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani.
Day 4: Poon Hill sunrise hike and trek to Chiule.
Day 5: Trek from Chiule to Sinuwa.
Day 6: Trek from Sinuwa to Deurali.
Day 7: Trek via Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp, 4,130 m.
Day 8: Descend from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo.
Day 9: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda; optional hot-spring visit.
Day 10: Trek to the road point and drive to Pokhara.
Day 11: Tourist bus to Kathmandu and farewell dinner.
Day 12: Airport transfer and final departure.

  1. Kathmandu
  2. Pokhara
  3. Annapurna Region
  4. Ghandruk
  5. Machhapuchchhre
  6. Ghorepani

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Complimentary pickup is available from Tribhuvan International Airport or hotels within central Kathmandu. For airport pickup, please provide your flight number, arrival date and scheduled arrival time in advance. Our representative will wait outside the airport arrivals terminal holding a sign displaying your name and the Scenic Nepal Treks logo. Departure transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport is also included on Day 12.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This shared tour has a maximum group size of 14 traveler.
  • The minimum participant age is 9 years. Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
  • Solo travelers may book; the minimum booking requirement is one person.
  • Passport details are required after booking for the domestic flight, permits and hotel arrangements.
  • Travel insurance covering trekking up to 4,130 metres, medical treatment and emergency helicopter evacuation is recommended
  • Participants should be prepared to walk approximately 5–8 hours per day on steep, rocky and uneven trails.
  • Porter service is not included but can be arranged in advance for an additional charge.
  • The itinerary may be adjusted because of weather, flight conditions, road disruption or traveler wellbeing.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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