Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trip Duration:	13 Days
Trip Grade:	Moderate
Best Season:	Sep-Oct-Nov & Mar-April-May
Per Day Hiking:	5/6hrs
Elevation:	4130 meter
Accomodation:	Tea House , Lodge
Transportation:

Overview

Annapurna base camp trek is a best combination of spiritually and adventurous activities. It is known as Annapurna Sanctuary trek. The Annapurna base camp is comparatively easiest and perfect destination. The Annapurna (8091m.) is 10th highest peak of the world. It is located in Annapurna conservation area north of Lake City Pokhara. The Annapurna Conservation Area Project covers a 7,639 square kilometer territory. This is the first and biggest conservation area in Nepal. The conservation area is rich for colorful rhododendron dense forest. We can see whole jungle colorful in March and April.

The Poon Hill is a wonderful view point of this route offers long range of Himalayan views Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m), Mt.Nilgiri (7,061m), the Machhapuchre (6,993m). Dhaulagiri (8,167m) includes Annapurna south, Gongapurna, Himchuli and Lamjung Himal.

The trek begins with a short drive from the touristic hub Pokhara. Nowadays, we can reach up to Ulleri by drive then further trek Ghorepani. The trail goes through the subtropical forests, cultivating fields, delightful woods of rhododendron and villages of Gurung people the ethnic group of western Nepal. While we are on trek, we can experience and feel their unique culture and tradition. The Annapurna sanctuary is possible throughout the year with the exception of amid the rainstorm.

Trip Features

Historical Kathmandu city and World Heritage sites.
Mesmerizing city Pokhara offers nature and pleasure.
Annapurna base camp surrounding by snow–capped mountain.
Poon hill offers outstanding wide rang Himalayan & sunrise view.
Phewa Lake offers excellent view of mountains & reflection on lake.
The most spectacular sight of Annapurna range stretching from east to west.

Short Itinerary

DAY|01| Arrived at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel (1300 meter)
DAY|02| Kathmandu City Tour.(Optional Trip for World Heritage Sites)
DAY|03| Kathmandu to Pokhara (820 meters) 6 hrs drive
DAY|04| Drive to Ulleri (1960m)2hrs trek to Ghorepani(2860m)5/6hrs.
DAY|05| Ghorepani to Poon hill (3210 m) trek to Tadapani (2630 m) 5/6 hrs
DAY|06| Tadapani to Sinuwa (2170 meter) 5 hrs
DAY|07| Sinuwa to Deurali (3200 meters) 6/7 hrs
DAY|08| Himalaya to Annapurna base camp (4130 meters) 5 hrs
DAY|09| Annapurna base camp to Bamboo (2310 meter) 5/6 hrs
DAY|10| Bamboo to Jhinudanda, visit to hot spring (1780 meter) 4/5 hrs
DAY|11| Jhinudanda(short walk ) then drive to Pokhara, 3/4 hrs
DAY|12| Drive (option flight) to Kathmandu
DAY|13| Departure (optional tour for jungle safari, river rafting, etc)

Detail Itinerary

Day |01| Arrive to Kathmandu (1300 m)

On your arrival, we will be waiting at Tribhuvan international airport for welcome to Kathmandu, the capital-city and cultural hub of Nepal then we will transfer you to hotel. After being refresh, the trip leader will briefing in details about the program and take a stroll at the local market.in the evening we offers you a welcome dinner at Nepalese restaurant with Nepalese traditional cultural program.

Day |02| Kathmandu City Tour.(Optional Trip for World Heritage Sites)

Today full day will be interesting guided tour to Kathmandu city, visit to historical monuments and religion holy places like temples, stupa and durbar squares. During the sightseeing, you will experience culturally diverse of Kathmandu valley and explore wonderful world heritage. Rest of time we will spend for preparation of the trek.

Day |03| Kathmandu to Pokhara (820 m) 6-7 hrs drive

Drive or fly to Pokhara then couple of hours explores a wonderful natural beauty city. Pokhara is get-way town to trek Annapurna region including Annapurna base camp. Pokhara is itself a popular tourist destination. Travelers can enjoy in the evening in down – town with local cultural programs and their choice foods.

Day |04| Drive to Ulleri (1960m) 2hrs trek to Ghorepani(2860m)5/6hrs.

We leave Pokhara early in the morning, after around 2 hours’ drive reach to Ulleri. We drive through Birethanti a small town situated in the bank of Modi- River, after trekking permit formalities in the check post we continue to drive gradually uphill through the bank of Modi - River towards Ulleri .We stop for lunch in Bhanthanti. After lunch, we continue our trek through the rhododendron dense forest. Finally, we reach to beautiful village Ghorepani for overnight.

Day |05| Climb to Poon hill (3210 m) then trek to Tadapani (2630 m) 5/6 hrs

Very early morning climb to Poon hill at an altitude of 3210 meter. Approximately, it is an hour hiking trip. We can explore Brilliant Mountain views of several snow-capped peaks as well as unobstructed sunrise over the Himalayas from top of the Poon hill. After great exploration back to lodge for breakfast then proceed to walk towards Tadapani for overnight.

Day |06| Tadapani to Sinuwa (2170 meter) 5 hrs

At the beginning walk, all the way down through rhododendron forest, trace fields and village then cross the bridge and we will stop in small village for lunch. After lunch break proceed to walk through tinny trail with short ascend and descend to reach to Chhomrong village. After, short rest walk down to stream then start climb up to Sinuwa village situated under the shadow of Annapurna Himalaya. Stay overnight at lodge with great view of Annapurna.

Day |07| Sinuwa to Deurali (3200 meters) 6/7 hrs

Morning breakfast at lodge then we will start walk. At the beginning short and easy walk then enter dense forest with bamboo busses and deep gorge to reach bamboo village for lunch. Further, according to our planned schedule we climb up slowly to Deurali village. It will be exciting stay of the trip.

Day |08| Deurali to Annapurna base camp (4130 meters) 5 hrs

Early morning take light breakfast then start to walk towards Machhaputchre(fishtail) base camp, known as MBC. Between Deurali to MBC seldom occurs avalanche so we have to cross it before sunshine. The cause of avalanche is snow malting. The MBC surrounded by snow-capped peaks, lunch at MBC with great views then trek to ABC. The trail and surrounding of base camp will covered by snow.

Day |09| Annapurna base camp to Bamboo (2310 meter) 5/6 hrs

In the morning, we will explore the combine views of paradise and panorama. The Annapurna base camp is not only last destination of the trekking it is also a dream destination of adventure lovers, therefore we can spend the much more time to exploration, photo snap as enjoy the trip. Leisurely, take breakfast the walk down to Bamboo for overnight.

Day |10| Bamboo to Jhinudanda, visit to hot spring (1780 meter) 4/5 hrs

Today, at the begin walk through the forest to reach to Sinuwa village then descend to Kimrong-Khola then again climb up to Chhomrong village. We will make short tea- break then hike down Jhinu-danda. After lunch, we will go to natural hot spring for bath then back to hotel. In the evening celebrate and enjoy as last night in the mountain.

Day |11| Jhinudanda(short walk ) then drive to Pokhara, 3/4 hrs

Wake up, explore mountains, and surrounding as the last moment of the trip, take last breakfast of mountain then hike through all the way downhill and rice field to Nayapul. After lunch in Birethanti or Nayapul drive back to pokhara. In the evening, explore beautiful town and Fewa Lake.

Day |12| Drive (option flight) to Kathmandu

After breakfast, proceed to go to Airport for the fly back to Kathmandu. Arrive to Kathmandu with scenic flight of 30 minutes then transfer to hotel. After being refresh visit around Thamel (shopping area) where the locals shop so busy and fascinating. In the evening, participate in farewell dinner. Stay overnight at hotel on B.B basis.

Day |13| Departure (optional tour for jungle safari, river rafting, etc)

We will assist you to go to Airport. The airlines request to reach 3 hours prior than departure time. We wish for your comfort and safe flight. We expect see you soon for your next wonderful trip to Nepal!

What are included ?

Airport to hotel and airport transfer by private car.
3nights Accommodation twin sharing in Kathmandu include breakfast.
2nights Accommodation twin sharing in Pokhara include breakfast.
Pokhara city sightseeing and an hour boating in Phewa Lake.
Kathmandu /Pokhara /Kathmandu transfer by tourist bus.
Pokhara to trek starting point and return transfer by car.
Require trekking permit, TIMS and other entry fees.
A English speaking experience & license holder trekking guide
Trekking porter ( 2 trekkers will share a porter) carrying 15 KG
Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trek
Three meals a day (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner) during the trek
A basic first Aid medical kit box.
All government tax and local taxes.

What are not included ?

Personal travel insurance & Emergency evacuation service.
Lunch and dinner in (city) Kathmandu & Pokhara.
Personal bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Tips for guide and porters.

Trip Inquiry

The itinerary listed is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. This trekking can be modified according to your time and requirements. We will be pleased if you provide every minor details about your trip.