Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Trip Facts
Trip Introduction:
Annapurna Base Camp Trek, a high glacial basin looks like an oval-shaped plateau. Lying at an altitude of over 4000 m, it is surrounded by the Annapurna mountain range. Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is a bit shorter as compared to Annapurna Circuit Trek or Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek in the Annapurna region. 10-12 days is quite sufficient to complete the trek. Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek is also popularly known as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek: the route
The journey to Annapurna Base Camp begins from Pokhara. It is a one-hour drive to Phedi. From here, we follow the trail uphill through Modi Khola gorge. Then into the lowland bamboo and rhododendrons forests. Further on and we reach a huge rock overhang known as the Hinku Cave. The trail has numerous ascents and descents but offers a wide variety of superb landscapes. We experience low elevation and glacial basins, cultural diversity and diverse flora and fauna.
When you enter into the huge amphitheatre of the base camp, you will find yourself enclosed by a solid wall of snow-capped peaks. Some are higher than 7,000m tall. These include Annapurna I, II, III, IV and Machhapuchhre (Fish tailed mountain). Visit the Annapurna Sanctuary during the better seasons, fall and spring, for clear mornings and evenings. This opens up a glowing panoramic view of snow-capped peaks and starry skies.
The Gurung villages and frequent stops at tea-shop dotted along the way give a unique cultural experience. Like the Sherpa dominant the Everest region, Gurungs are in the Annapurnas. Ever since the route to the sanctuary was discovered by Col. Robert in 1964, trekking to Annapurna Sanctuary has become pilgrimage among the trekkers.
Trip Highlights
- Views of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Kaligandaki from Poonhill
- Traditional Nepalese lodges selected for meals and accommodation
- Beautiful green forests, various wildlife, natural hot spring
- Watch beautiful glaciers and waterfalls
- Surrounded by a ring of inspiring mountains, including Annapurna I at 8091m
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel
Day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 03 Drive to New Bridge (Nayapul) (1,070m) and Trek to Ulleri via Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
Day 04 Trek from Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2,850m)
Day 05 Hike to Poonhill (3,210m) & Tadapani (2,630m)
Day 06 Trek from Tadapani to Chhomorung (2,020m / 6 hours)
Day 07 Trek from Chhomoring to Dovan (2,500m) 4- 5 hours)
Day 08 Trek from Dovan to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) via Machhapuchre Base Camp (3,700m) 7 hrs
Day 09 Trek from Annapurna Base camp to Bamboo (2,500m) 6 hrs
Day 10 Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu danda (Natural Hot Spring) (1,760m) 5 hours)
Day 11 Trek from Jhinu to Pokhara
Day 12 Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel, Farewell Dinner
Day 13 Transfer to Airport for Final Departure
- International Arrival/Departure and transfer by Private Vehicle
- All ground transportation by private vehicle
- 2 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, inclusive of breakfast
- Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (Nayapul) by private vehicle
- Annapurna conservation Area permit & Entry Fees and TIMS Card
- Full board Tea House (night at Tea House/Lodge)
- Full board meals during the trekking, if you have any specific dietary requirement please let us know, we will provide accordingly
- 1 Professional Guide
- 1 Porter Sharing Between 2 Members
- Comprehensive Medical Kit for Group and Staffs
- Personal luggage allowed 15Kg
- Clients are allowed to carry only 5 kg personal luggage on trek
- Porter from Nayapul to Annapurna Base Camp & back to Nayapul
- All meals during trekking – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Staff allowances, flight tickets, food, accommodation, insurance, daily wages
- Nepali staff accidental/ medical/emergency and evacuation insurance
- Emergency oxygen mask and regulator (if needed)
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- All government taxes and necessary paperwork
- International flight fares
- International airport departure tax
- Nepali Visa fee US$ 40 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 100)
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and pokhara
- Single supplement during the entire trip
- Note Additional cost applies for single supplement
- Personal Trekking – clothing, sleeping bags.
- Personal Travel/Medical/Accident/Emergency evacuation insurance
- Emergency evacuation, Helicopter rescue if required
- Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer and any alcoholic beverages
- Filming & Videography
- Extra personal expenses
- Tips for Guide, Porter and staffs
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fee, transport, extra hotel night, food etc.)
- Internet facility during the trek in not included.
- $20 USD for extra per porter per day (If extra porter demanded)
- Medical evacuation insurance policy is mandatory
- Any other services not specified in the ‘Cost Includes’
