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Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

This trek is one of the most popular in Nepal and for good reason. ABC is surrounded by inspiring peaks. This trek starts from Pokhara with a short drive to the road head. We ascend well-trodden trails through terraced farmland and traditional villages. As we climb through ancient oak and rhododendron forest, across sparkling streams and past waterfalls, the world of snow and ice starts to unfold above us. This combination of pretty villages and terraced fields of millet and rice, coupled by the majestic splendor of Machhapuchhare (6,993m), Annapurna I and Hiunchuli (6,441m) make this an extremely rewarding trek.

Climbing up the Modi Khola valley towards the sanctuary we are teased with views of towering peaks and dizzyingly high rock walls with waterfalls tumbling down into the roar of the river below.
As the gorge widens, we ascend to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3,700m) on the lateral moraine of Annapurna South glacier. The steady climb up to ABC reveals the full splendor of this natural amphitheatre. When we reach our destination, we are spoilt with 360 views of Himalayan peaks.

We walk out along a different route to our approach and enjoy the views of Annapurna I from a different angle. A short diversion up to Poonhill (3,210m) before leaving the Annapurna Conservation Area offers us a chance to obtain great views of another Himalayan giant - Dhaulagiri (8,167m). The sunrise views from here are legendary.

Facts of Trip

Trek Destination:  Annapurna base camp ((4130m)
Group Size: Min 1 Pax
Minimum Altitude:  1010m.
Maximum Altitude: 4130m.
Trekking Season: February -June, September-November, however July and August are ok and trekking can be done but not so clear visibilities. Due to the rain
Trip Grade: Moderate **
Transportation: Tourist Bus, Car.
Total Days: 17 Days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)
Accommodations: Tea house
Walking Hour: Approximately 4 to 6 hour
Trip Highlights: The terraced farmland above Pokhara - Visit the inner sanctuary of Annapurna panoramic views of 10 peaks over 6000m - Views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna ranges and Kaligandaki from Poonhill - Surrounded by a ring of impressive mountains, including Annapurna I 8091m (26540ft.) - The combination of pretty villages and farmland at Ghandrunk, set against the panorama of high peaks beyond makes this one of the most picturesque of treks - Natural hot spring at Jhinudanda.

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Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1380m).our airport representative will meet you and transfer to hotel. Welcome dinner in the evening.

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing (Pasupatinath, Buddhanath, Monkey temple and Kathmandu durbar squire. late afternoon preparation for trekking.

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara over night Pokhara in Hotel

Day 4: In the morning drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga.

Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani.

Day 6: Trek up to Poonhill in the morning for view, and continue trek Tadapani.

Day 7: Trek to Chhomrong.

Day 8: Trek to Dovan.

Day 9: Trek to Machhapuchhare base camp.

Day 10: Trek Annapurna base camp.

Day 11: Trek to Bamboo.

Day 12: Trek to Jhinudanda (Hot spring)

Day 13: Trek to Pothana

Day 14: Trek down to Phedi and drive back to Pokhara.

Day 15: Sightseeing tour of Pokhara valley.

Day 16: Drive back to Kathmandu.

Day 17: Final transfer to airport for your flight to home.

Note: The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. All our treks can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.

Day 01: Arrive to Kathmandu airport (1380m)
You will meet by our airport representative transfer to hotel by private car or Micro bus. Welcome dinner in the evening

Day 02 sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Your sightseeing trip starts from the hotel after breakfast around 8:30 am. We will provide private vehicle with professional tour guide.  You will start your sightseeing tour from largest Hindu temple Pasupatinath, Buddhanath, and Monkey temple and at the end you will be taking down to Kathmandu durbar squire. Then drive back to hotel prepare for the trek short briefing about the trek.

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara (850m) 6 hour.
Pokhara is 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu. This small city is not as old as Kathmandu but is full of natural beauty, with small lakes from both east and west sides. Pokhara is one of the tourist hubs of Nepal. It is a combination of nature and culture. Lakeside is one of the happening places of Pokhara, where tourists can find everything. This city is quite a modern city with only few touristic attractions inside the town itself. On a hill overlooking Phewa Tal from the south is the World Peace Stupa (at 1,113 m) built in 1996 with a nice view of the lake, across the city and of the snow peak mountain range consisting of namely, Fishtail, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. On reaching to Pokhara catch vehicle and get transferred to the Lakeside where the hotel is situated. The lake side is the most happening in the entire city, where people are splashing and plunging into the Phewa Lake. Relax by the lake pool, night in hotel.

Day 04: Trek to Tikhedhunga (1440m)
Get arranged for the trek, all packed up and hit the road, reach Nayapul in an hour, and now starts the trail. We trek an easy trail across many little villages, have lunch on the way. We follow Bhurungdi Khola and its canyon towards Tikhedhunga. The trail is remarkably populated by people of different ethnics and castes. Our first night in the lodge is spent right next to a stream

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m)
Morning is a tough exercise to climb over the stony staircases, through the village of Ulleri along with the herds of mules and donkeys transporting provisions for upper regions. Afternoon trail is through different species of green lush forest, most found species are the world highest rhododendron trees. Finally reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a burden of the ridge, but well developed tourism wise. A great view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri can be seen from the view point called Poonhill, which is only 30 minute walk from Ghorepani, no tourist skips to be on this spot.

Day 06: Trek to Tadapani (2530m)
Early in the morning climb up to Poonhill then we continue to our today destination. Walk of the day begins from ascending up through the rhododendron forest, towards hill top Deurali. Then we have downhill to Banthati. Tail from there kind of moderate but it is not always downhill. Some parts of trail go steep up until we reach Tadapani, a small village with some tea houses. Overnight in lodge.

Day 07: Trek to Chhomrong (2050m)
The trails move down from Tadapani, through forest with colorful trees and orchids in full bloom. Then we walk inclined trail across cultivated land towards Kyumi Khola. Then the trail goes up to Modi Khola valley. We finally reach Chhomrong and stay overnight in a lodge.

Day 08: Trek to Dovan (2535m)
First trail descend down to the river. Then climb up to Sinuwa. Continuing walking through the forest of Oaks and sub alpine trees, we climb high above the Modi Khola through Khulli Ghar. Kulli Ghar is a single stone hut once used by British sheep breeding project. We get to Bamboo for lunch, and then climb up along the steams and forest until we reach Dovan. Overnight in a lodge.

Day 09: Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3700m)
We continue to climb up through bamboo forest, passing Hinko Cave. Hinko cave is a large hanging rock that has given shelter to numerous porters. It has given shelter to the members of Boningtons Annapurna South Face Expedition in 1970.we pass though the Deurali small settlement with few lodges. Now the valley narrows into steep gorge until we reach the gates of the Annapurna Sanctuary, formed by two massifs Himchuli and Machhapuchhare. Then the valley widens and we have overnight in the meadows close to the Machhapuchhare Base Camp.

Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp (4130m)
Actually it is not a serious ascent and changes altitude wise, we spend most of the time exploring around the Annapurna Sanctuary area. Most trekkers return back to Machhapuchhare Base Camp but there is also requirements to stay overnight in Annapurna Base Camp. Then we can catch the view of sunrise and sunset both. It is really nice to get view both times worth spending the night at ABC.

Day 11: Trek back to Bamboo (2320m)
We repeat the same steps, but just the opposite way!

Day 12: Trek to Jhinudanda (1750m) (Hot spring)
We still follow the same trail we did freshly the opposite way. Chhomrong is the large first village, after the Sanctuary gate with lots of supplies from Chhomrong another one hour descends down to Jhinudanda lots of steps. After fresh up we will go to get steaming bath at Natural hot spring near the river 20m down.

Day 13: Trek to Pothana (1990m)
Trail from the Jhinudanda drop down to Kymi Then we descend down through terraces and tended fields to Modi Khola. It is a short and t khola cross the small stream. Follow the mail path lead to Nayapul. After passing the Himalpani there is trail junction. We cross the river then walk toward the Landruk. We get some climb up to Landruk. Landruk is a typical village inhabited by Gurungs and Magars. The trail goes inclined up to Deurali, through tropical forest, and then we descend down the populated village of Pothana. Here we will spend our last night of trek.

Day 14: Trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara.
It is easy walk down to Dhampus. We walk a short trek down to the road to catch a vehicle to Pokhara. Relax some time by the lake side. Enjoy afternoon and evening proper shower, washing, and good meal few drinks.

Day 15: Sightseeing in Pokhara.
Early morning we cross the lake and walk up to peace pagoda. There is excellent view of Himalaya range and over looking Pokhara. Such cool please to chill out. Return back to city after visiting David falls, International mountain museum, Bindabasini Temple and return to Hotel.

Day 16: Drive back to Kathmandu.
We take 7:30 tourist bus to back to Kathmandu. It is six hour drive through the two different river valleys. It is scenic bus Journey to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner in the evening.

Day17: Final departure to your destination.
We provide car to drop you to international airport. Farewell.

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1: Airport pickup and drop by private car or micro bus.

2: Three night standards Hotel in Kathmandu with bed &breakfast

3: All your meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.

4: All accommodations during the trek.

5: All necessary paper works Annapurna conservation area project (ACAP) entry permit& Trekker`s information management system (Tims) permits

6: Bus to Pokhara and again tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

7:A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly , well English speaking well trained, Government license holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.

8: A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).

9: Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).

10: Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.

11: Sleeping bag, down jackets and walking stick (if you do not have your own)

12: All government taxes and office expenses

13: Three night standard hotel in Pokhara  

14: welcome & farewell dinner.

15: Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley with guide and car.

Cost Exclude
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1: Food while you are in Kathmandu Lunch and Dinner.

2: Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport - Kathmandu). You need 2 passport size photos and $40 dollar.

3: Your Travel insurance.

4: International airfare.

5: Your personal expenses.

6: All the alcoholic and non alcoholic hot and cold drinks.

7:  Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).

8: All sightseeing tour entrance fee.

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