Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Highlights
- Trek the famous Annapurna circuit through Nayapul, Poon Hill, Ghorepani and more.
- Get to know the gentle spirit of the Sherpa people.
- Experience Kathmandu a city with a rich history, spanning nearly 2000 years.
- Enjoy picturesque Pokhara with its stunning scenery and mirror lake.
Overview
Annapurna Base Camp trek is considered as one of the ideal and most popular treks in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is a mountainous region in the north central of Nepal. Annapurna Base Camp is also known as Annapurna Sanctuary that collects highest peaks like Machapuchhre (6,993m), Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m), Mt. Annapurna II (7,939m), Mt. Annapurna III (7,555m), Mt. Annapurna IV (7,525m), Mt. Hiuchuli (6441m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6,986m) and many other small and big Peaks.
During the Annapurna base camp trek you can see the various ethnic groups such as Brahman, Chhetri, Magar and Gurung community sharing their culture together. This is what the unique thing that you can see in different parts of Nepal. Here you can explore unique culture and lifestyle of people and also you will enjoy this place
with natural hot spring which is another center of attraction. The visitors who comes here, completely feels new with tremendous environment. Our trek to Annapurna base camp will be 10-12 days. We will reach at the maximum elevation of Annapurna Base camp which is 4140m. This trek takes you to a journey to discover beauty of lush rhododendron forest, various mountain ranges, more than 100 types of birds and animals, untouched remote villages, terraced rice paddies, high altitude landscapes and incredible forest region of the Annapurna. The Trekking route to Annapurna base camp provides you a true sense and pleasing nature and culture also local peoples are inhabitations to the foreigner style.
You can plan to go for the Annapurna Base Camp in all seasons but sometimes during winter the Base Camp is closed due to the high level of snow. But in spring time, the huge rhododendron forest in full bloom gives the trek an extra charm. Upon reaching the villages you will be warmly welcome by the people living here who make your heart refresh and delight. The trek begins from Pokhara where you will get opportunity to spend some times then will head toward Annapurna Base Camp Trekking passing through beautiful villages. So, you are most welcome to explore Annapurna region with The Nepal Trekking Company.
- Day 1 - Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, Transfer to hotel.
On the very first day you will arrive in Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu where you will be received by the representative staffs from The Nepal Trekking Company. Then, you will be transferred into the hotel in private vehicles. Taking some rest you will get to know the detail itineraries. Stay overnight in hotel.
- Day 2 - Sightseeing Kathmandu Durbar square, Pashupatinath and application for the permits.
On the following day we will wake up early as we have to set out for sightseeing and together with sightseeing we have to take trekking permits and carry out trek preparation as we are heading towards restricted areas. As a part of sightseeing we will cover Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple and other places seeing the time. Stay overnight in hotel.
- Day 3 - Drive (6hrs) or Flight (30m) to Pokhara from Kathmandu. (Flight is optional with extra cost)
On the following day you will set out from Kathmandu to Pokhara taking a scenic flight of 30 minutes or driving for 6 hours, seeing your convenience. Arriving in Pokhara you will check into hotel and then after freshen up you can set out in the evening to explore Pokhara, the city of Lakes. Stay overnight in Pokhara.
- Day 4 - Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri (2,960m) 5hrs walk.
On the next day you will take another illustrative drive towards Nayapul which is also recognized as the New Bridge. The voyage does not end here you will start an additional trek to Ulleri and it is positioned at an elevation of 2,960 meter, consuming 5 hours of walk. Ulleri is the village where you will discover several Magar communities. Stay overnight in Ulleri.
- Day 5 - Trek from Ulleri from Ghorepani (2,780m) 5hrs walk.
Spending a night at Ulleri today you will move to trek Ghorepani (2,780m), taking 5 hours. Ghorepani is an amazing destination from where you can have pleasant view of Annapurna range along with remarkable sceneries. Many visitors along with trekkers cannot stop themselves without praising Ghorepani. Stay overnight in Ghorepani.
- Day 6 - Morning excursion to Poon Hill (3,210m) and treks to Tadapani (2,590m) 4hrs walk.
On the following day you will wake up early in the morning so that you can carry out the morning excursion to Poon Hill which is to be found at an elevation of 3,210 meter. Taking some rest and breakfast you will trek into Tadapani and Tadapani is positioned at an elevation of 2,590 meter. The trek will make you to walk 4 hours of short stroll. Stay overnight in Tadapani.
- Day 7 - Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrong (2,340m) 5 hrs walk.
From Tadapani you will move further on for trekking in Chhomrong (2,340m). The trek to Chhomrong consumes 5 hours. The trek is formulated all through the sharp downward all the way through the forests that will take hold to the Gurung village where the striking Gurung will be standing there with an eye-catching smile. Stay overnight at Chhomrong.
- Day 8 - Trek from Chhomrong to Himalayan hotel (3,280m) 5 hrs walk.
On the following day you will set out from Chhomrong to Himalayan hotel with an elevation of 3,280 meter. The representative staff will make you to walk 5 hours so that you can have rest in the hotel with warm greeting and services. In the evening you can move out to explore the surrounding areas. Stay overnight in Himalayan hotel.
- Day 9 - Trek from Himalayan hotel to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) 5 hrs walk.
On the next day you set into motion from Himalayan hotel to Annapurna Base Camp taking 5 hours of stroll. Here, the trail will make you appear with your dream completely covering Elevated Mountain which is too renowned as the Annapurna Sanctuary area. Towards the end of trek you can move to the Machhapuchhre Base Camp or trek on the Annapurna Base Camp after 2 hours. Stay overnight in Annapurna Base Camp.
- Day 10 - Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,335m).
On the next day you will take some time to stroll around in the vicinity of the Annapurna Base Camp. You will trek to look at the hidden valley after having the breakfast. Then from there you will carry on the trek to Bamboo by captivating 7 hours of extensive walk. Stay overnight in Bamboo.
- Day 11 - Trek from Bamboo to Jhinudada (1,610m) 4 hrs.
Taking downward movement on the following day you will head to Jhinudada which is situated at an elevation of 1,610 meter and the trek covers 4 hours of short stroll. Jhinudada is the small and beautiful village which will later take you to Pothana. Stay overnight in Jhinudada.
- Day 12 - Trek from Jhinu Danda to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.
On the next morning you will head to Nayapul after you depart from Jhinudanda and you will inward to Pokhara, taking a taxi another two hours. Being in Pokhara means you have lots of places to cover including religious temple, mysterious cave like Mahendra cave, Davis fall. Apart from that you can too go for boating, cycling and visiting local shops. How could you miss the Thakali khana when you are in Pokhara. Stay overnight in Pokhara.
- Day 13 - Drive or flight back to Kathmandu. (Flight is optional with extra cost)
On the following day you will wake up early and drive towards Sarangkot to have the magical sunrise s it is one of the destinations which are used for that purpose. Then, taking breakfast you will drive to hotel and taking the baggage you will drive or take flight to Kathmandu. Then, you will be transferred into the hotel. Stay overnight in hotel.
- Day 14 - Departure!!!!
On the last day of departure you will have breakfast and then check out from the hotel. Our representative staff will transfer you to the airport. From TIA, Kathmandu you will return your home town or towards next destination.
- Airport pick up and drop off.
- Kathmandu City sightseeing with car and tour guide.
- 3 nights twin share tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu on B.B plan.
- Ktm - Pok - Ktm tourist Bus.
- 2 nights twin share tourist standard hotel in Pokhara on B.B plan.
- Hotel to bus station and hotel car.
- Pokhara to Nayapul and Nayapul to Pokhara by Car.
- 08 nights mountain accomodiation and Daily Meals (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner 3 cups of Tea/Coffee).
- 1 English Speaking,licence holder, frendly Guide, payed their foods and salary.
- Trekkers Informations Management System (Tims) card.
- Annapurna Conversation Area Project Permits.
- All land transfer as per itinerary.
- Company t-shirt.
- Company duffle bag.
- Trekking map.
- Government Taxes.
- Company Service Charge.
- Farewell Dinner.
- First aid kit.
- Nepal Vissa fees.
- Entrance fees at UNESCO World Heritage Site. Approx $ 26 USD per person.
- Lunch and dinner in the city and highway.
- International flight tickets,airport departure tax.
- All the drinks such as bar and beverage bills,bottled water,desserts.
- Personal expenses, personal insurance for helicopter evacuation,additional accommodation or transportation land or air due to unforeseen,airport transfer.
- Tips for guide and crews.
- Anything not include on service includes column.
Important Information
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