Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

From ancient kingdoms to majestic mountain vistas, trek through the breath-taking Himalayan landscape of the Annapurna Ranges. Pass awe-inspiring glaciers, stay on the banks of pristine rivers, cross mountain pastures, dip into natural hot springs and encounter mule trains carrying supplies to remote villages. Rest and revive in cosy mountain teahouses and meet friendly locals along the way. Time spent in Kathmandu and Pokhara completes the adventure with insights into Nepali culture and tradition.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is a spectacular out and back high-altitude hiking route stretching through multiple environments in the Annapurna Sanctuary National Park. The trail starts off meandering through beautiful forest and terraces of rice paddies climbing all the way to Annapurna Base Camp at an altitude of 4100m. The scenery quickly changes as you gain altitude from tropical forest to hiking in knee-deep snow among spectacular snow peaks.

Trekking in Nepal is an incredible experience. ABC trek is one of the most spectacular routes in the region. Many trekkers choose this route as a shorter and cheaper alternative to the Everest Base Camp trek. Annapurna Base Camp is surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the world; Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), the fishtail Machapuchhre (6993 m), and Hiunchuli (6441 m).

Trek Details

Name of Trek: Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poonhill

Trip Type: Private

Grade: Easy/Moderate

Duration: 12 Days

Max Altitude: 4130 m (Annapurna Base Camp)

Walking Days: 09 Days From Pokhara to Pokhara

Meals: Full Board ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner )

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

• Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to your Hotel.

• Programme briefing.

• Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02: Morning flight from Kathmandu to Pokahara (30 mins) Drive to Nayapul (1 Hour) and trek to Ulleri (1900 m)

• Transfer to Flight to Pokhara.

• Transfer to Nayapul – Hike to Ulleri about 4/5 hours.

• Overnight at Lodge.

Day 03: Trek from Ulleri (1900 m) to Ghorepani (2750 m) 5-6 hrs

• Hiking uphill through dense forests. You will meet hordes of mules carrying goods and other hikers from different groups along the way. Ghorepani shows a different landscape of the Himalayas, the scenery of mountains is stunning from this place.

• Gear up for tomorrow’s early morning hike to Poon Hill.

• Overnight at Lodge.

Day 04: Morning hike to Poon Hill (3210 m) and Chuile (2500m) 6 hrs

• Early start for amazing sunrise at Poon Hill.

• Back to the Lodge for Breakfast.

• Taking your amazing memory of the sunrise, our journey heads to Chuile.

• Overnight at trekkers lodge

Day 05: Trek from Chuile to Sinuwa (2360 m) 7 hrs

• Hike to Sinuwa with beautiful mountain views. This path has many ups and downs to keep you entertained.

• Overnight at Lodge

Day 06: Trek from Sinuwa to Deurali (3210m) 6-7 hrs

• This trail is level for the first few km, passing through dense bamboo and rhododendron forests. If you are hiking here in April, the rhododendron trees are in full bloom and the forest is alive with red flowers and birdsong. This section is one of the best parts of the trail. Climb gradually towards Deurali, passing through the villages of Dovan (look out for a giant waterfall crashing onto the river just across the village) and Himalaya - yes, that’s what the village is named.

• Overnight at Lodge.

Day 07: Deurali to Annapurna basecamp (4130 m) 7-8 hrs

• Breakfast at Lodge

• The trail climbs on past the Hinko Cave in Deurali and on to Machapuchare Base

Camp, which isn’t really a base camp since climbing Mt Machapuchare is not permitted. As this area is totally surrounded by mountains, it is known as the Annapurna Sanctuary.

• Two hours trek from Machapuchare Base Camp takes us to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at elevation of 4,130 m. With more spectacular surrounding mountain views.

• Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp

Day 08: Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m) to Bamboo (2310 m) 7-8 hrs

Wake for the morning sunrise views.

Breakfast.

We follow the same trail down today. The trail drops by 1,700 m to the bank of Modi

Khola to Bamboo at 2,345 m

• Overnight at Lodge

Day 09: Bamboo (2310 m) to Jhinu Danda (1780 m) via Chomrong; visit hot springs 7 hrs

We follow the same trail until Chomrong. Once we have passed Khuldighar, there is

an experimental sheep farm. The trail continues through rhododendron and bamboo

fields. From Chomrong, the trail descends very steeply to the Jhinu, where we can

bath in natural hot springs.

Overnight at Lodge

Day 10: Trek to Nayapul (3-4 hour trek) and drive to Pokhara.

• Hike down too Nayapul

• Transfer to Pokhara.

• Evening to relax and rest.

• Overnight at Hotel.

Includes: Breakfast and lunch.

Day 11: Flight back to Kathmandu and explore around Thamel area in Kathmandu

• Flight to Kathmandu about 6/8 hrs.

• This evening, we provide you Nepali cultural Dinner.

• Overnight at Hotel.

Includes: Breakfast and dinner.

Day 12: Final Departure or Extend your trip

• Transfer to Airport for your Final departure. (Please note that you have to be at Airport before 3 hours of Flight time.)

Includes: Breakfast

Price:

£1089 per person with return Domestic flight (prices based on 10 + attending) With a mandatory cost of £200.00 per person for the Tour guide and staff.

Cost include:

• All transfers – airport / hotel / trek / hotel / airport by a private vehicle.

• 2 Nights in Kathmandu and 1 Night good hotel in Pokhara.

• Full board basis – Breakfast, Lunch and dinner during hike, half board at hotels.

• Two qualified English-speaking Sherpa guides, staff, with suitable equipment - all

insured.

• 8 nights local teahouse accommodation during the hike.

• Porter to carry your bags (1 porter to 2 Hiker, max weight 14 kilos each)

• Return Domestic flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara

• Trekking permits

• Trekking Maps and Duffel Bag (on loan)

• Complimentary farewell Cultural dinner

• Group medical kit.

• Government tax and VAT.

Cost Excluded

• Your Nepal Visa Fees £25 - £40 dependent on number of days - https://www.immigration.gov.np/page/visa-on-arrival

• Personal travel insurance, to include trekking and helicopter evacuation.

• Any additional accommodation / meals in the Mountains or City due to delayed

departure/ early arrival.

• Any kind of Drinks/personal snacks on route including tea/Coffee/ Drinking water

(these can be bought from the lodges to have with meals)

• Wi fi/ Hot Shower/ Phone Charging

• Lunch/dinner in Pokhara and Kathmandu, and end of trek town (This allows you to

make your own choices, at your own pace).

Accommodations during Trek

Hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara with Breakfast.

Hotel in Kathmandu: https://kantipurvillage.com.np/

Hotel in Pokhara: https://barahi.com/properties/aabas-pokhara/

During trek, you will be accommodated in Teahouse. Normally Teahouse are basic lodge with private room. You may have to share with other people when there are limited spaces.

Meals

During your trek, you will be given a menu for you to order your meals from.

Any kind of drinks are not included in your price, but you can buy these directly from the Lodge and shops and cafes etc.

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is moderate trek, which is good for those who have hiking experience and good physical fitness, but special Training isn’t needed. Please do tell us if you have any pre-existing medical condition such as heart, lung, and blood diseases before you come to Nepal!