Annapurna Base Camp trek

Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration13 days
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Overview

Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek is one of the classical treks in the world. This trek offers world's highest peak Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas range, diverse culture, varieties of flora fauna. ABC trek is also combined with the Ghorepani trek which also offer panoramic Himalaya ranges including Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Machhapuchhre (6997 m) and Dhampus peak, Nilgiri, Budhha himal, and many other wonderful peaks.

This trek is more distinct than other trekking areas, experience the typical Nepali village, local people and observe the living style of locals. Mainly you will see charming Gurung, Pun and Magar ethnic villages along the trails. If you are here we would like to recommend you to try some local food as well. In addition, this trekking trail is introductory route for encounter with the close Himalayas in the short time period.

What's included

  • All government taxes
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation food, drinks, salary, insurance, transportation of both trek guide and Porter
  • TIMS Card (Trekker’s Information Management System card)
  • All ground transportation by private vehicle
  • Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu drive by tourist coach
  • Pokhara / Nayapul / Kimche / Pokhara transportation
  • One highly experienced mountain Guide / Porter
  • Accommodation in Mountain lodge run by local people during trek
  • Two night hotel in Kathmandu at three star categories in BB plan
  • All necessary paper works and Annapurna conservation area entry permit
  • Airport to hotel pick and drop by private vehicle
  • Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking trek
  • Two night hotel in Pokhara at three star categories in BB plan
  • Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, duffel bag, and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
  • Group medical supplies (first aid kit)
  • Other ground transportation
  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • International/domestic air fare
  • Travelers insurance
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokahra (Approx. 10-12 USD)
  • Cold drinks (Alcohol and cold drinks)
  • Boiled water, Hot shower, Mineral water, Batteries charge and hot drinks (in pot)
  • Bar bills, telephone bills and other personal expenses (shopping/ laundry)
  • Tips to guide and porter
  • All expenses due to unavoidable events e.g. Personal illness, strike etc
  • Helicopter evacuation charge in case of emergency whilst trekking

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
  1. Kathmandu
    Pass by
    Upon arrival in Kathmandu airport (TIA), meet our representative with name tag who will assist you transfer to the hotel. Have a short orientation about the trekking. Meet the guide and preparation about the trekking equipment. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Drive Pokhara by bus
  1. Pokhara
    7h
    Early breakfast at the hotel and meet the guide. Walk to the tourist bus station with your trekking guide. Tourist bus departs for Pokhara at 7 o'clock. Enjoy seven our scenic drive. The bus stops half an hour nearby highway restaurants on the way for lunch.
    You will reach Pokhara around 2 o'clock. Check in to hotel in Pokhara.
Day 3: Drive Pokhara to Nayapul. Trek to Ulleri
  1. Pass by
    Have an early breakfast in the hotel. And drive Pokhara to Nayapul by private vehicle. This is the starting point of your trek.
  2. 6h
    After you reach Nayapul, you will start your trekking slowly. After 20-minutes walking along the Modi stream, you will reach at Birethanti - a beautiful village that has plenty of tea shops and guest houses. Then follow the left route through the village. Your trek continue heading to Ulleri following the bank of the Burungdi
    stream. You will climb slightly up to the valley of Hile (1495 meters) and Tikhedhunga (1525 m). The trail leads steep up to Ulleri (2073 m), a large beautiful Magar village. Ulleri is stopping point for today. O/n at mountain lodge
Day 4: Trek Ulleri to Ghorepani
  1. Pass by
    After breakfast you start your walking. Today the trail leads you to the Ghorepani, one of the popular destinations of Annapurna region situated at an altitude of 2856 meters. You should gently ascend up to Banthanti (2250 meters) through Oak and rhododendron forest. Then continue trek towards Ghorepani through Nangeythanti (2460 meters). Today you will walk approx 5 hours. O/ n at mountain lodge
Day 5: Hike to Poonhill. Trek to Tadapani
  1. Poon Hill
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    Wake up early morning and climb Poon Hill (3,210m) for the mesmerizing sunrise over Himalayas. From this famous hill, you can observe the panoramic mountain views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu massifs. Hike back to Ghorepani and have breakfast.
  2. Pass by
    After breakfast, continue downhill trek to Tadapani (2625 meter). The trail goes along the ridges of rhododendron and pine forest till the Tadapani. Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 6: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong
  1. Pass by
    Today's trail descends to Kimrong stream through the forest of rhododendron. You then walk towards Chhomrong crossing through the Gurjung village. Chhomrong offers you close views of Mt. Annapurna south and Himchuli and the virgin peak, Fishtail (Machhapuchchhre). O/n at mountain lodge
Day 7: Trek Chhomrong to Dovan
  1. Pass by
    Today you descend to Chhomrong stream and again climb up to Dovan (2505m) crossing through silent rhododendron forest. O/ n at mountain lodge
Day 8: Trek Dovan to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (MBC)
  1. Annapurna Region
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    The trail continues accent to the Hinku Cave at 3150 m the risky area of the avalanche from Hiunchuli the period of monsoon until early October. From Hinku Cave the trail dives across a small ravine and straddles small climb you’re in Deurali at 3230 m. From Deurali trail flow the stream Modi Khola with spectacular view of Gangapurna and Machapurchhere to the Bagar(3300 m).The trail across the Modi Khoal and continue on the east bank before crossing back to the main track. The final accent through the rocky meadows trail to the Machapuchhre Base Camp at 3700 m. Evening beautiful sunset view west face of the Machhapuchhre. O/n at Mountain Lodge in Machhapuchhre.
Day 9: Trek MBC to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)
  1. Annapurna Region
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    From Machhapuchhre Base camp the trail climb steadily wide meadows three hour walking in thin air. We will recommend you to start trek little earlier as usual before the sun makes a warm the icy platform. The cloud is below until lunch so that the mountain views are incredible. After lunch you can climb for acclimatized and energetic up to the ridge of the southwest, on the moraine alongside the glacier drops from Annapurna south. After gaining
    height provide more spectacular mountain views in Annapurna sanctuary the Tharpu Chuli and Singu Chuli both trekking peak. To spend overnight in Annapurna base camp gives a different
    perspective to this great amphitheater of mountains. It is truly is a land of the magical make believe. O/n at mountain Lodge in Annapurna base camp.
Day 10: Trek ABC to Bamboo
  1. Annapurna Region
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    Early morning spectacular sunrise view in Annapurna Mountain including Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Gangapurna and Machhapuchhre. After breakfast the trail retreat down to the Bamboo. 1o hours walking. O/n at mountain lodge
Day 11: Trek Bamboo to Kimche. Drive to Pokhara
  1. Annapurna Region
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    After breakfast the trail accent to the Khuldi Jhar than few time up and down small hill through the thick forest you're in Sinuwa. From Sinuwa the trial steep decent to the stream. After crossing bridge the trail continuous accent stone staircase to the Chomrong village. After descending from high altitude is always relaxing and refreshing on body and mind. From Chomrong village the trail descend to the Jhinu Danda. The trail contour to the new bride. From new bridge the trail follow the Modi River through the
    rice paddy to the Kimche. Trek ends.
  2. Pokhara
    2h
    Drive to Nayapul via Syauli Bazaar. From Nayapul one and half hour drive to the Pokhara. O/n at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 12: Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu
  1. Kathmandu
    7h
    After breakfast walk to tourist bus station with trekking guide. Then set for Kathmandu. After reach in Kathmandu, you will be taken to your hotel at Kathmandu. Have a rest. In evening you can stroll around Thamel, the major tourist destination of Kathmandu. You can do some last minute shopping of souvenirs for your family and relatives. O/n at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 13: Final departure
  1. Kathmandu
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    Transfer to the airport for your onward journey today is you’re the last day in Nepal. Our officer will come to meet you at your hotel to escort you to Kathmandu International Airport for final departure.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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