Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Starts from: $600
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 9 days
Destination: Nepal
Overview
Nestled within the heart of the magnificent Annapurna region, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a testament to the allure of the Himalayas and the spirit of adventure. This trekking odyssey, carefully weaving through the Annapurna Sanctuary, offers a captivating journey into a world of breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural encounters, and unparalleled mountain vistas.
Situated in north-central Nepal, the Annapurna region is renowned for its diverse topography, featuring lush forests, terraced fields, and some of the world’s highest peaks. Among these, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes trekkers on an awe-inspiring ascent to the majestic Annapurna massif base camp, where panoramic views unfold like a Himalayan tapestry.
Cultural and Natural Highlights
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a tapestry woven with cultural richness and natural wonders. As trekkers traverse through the diverse landscapes of the Annapurna region, they encounter a spectrum of cultural highlights and immerse themselves in the pristine beauty of the Himalayas.
Cultural Highlights
- Gurung Villages
- Local Festivals
- Teahouse Hospitality
- Charming Monasteries
Natural Highlights
- Rhododendron Forests
- Terraced Fields
- Hot Springs at Jhinudanda
- Panoramic Vistas
- Machhapuchhre Base Camp
- Annapurna Base Camp
Check out the itinerary, inclusions, and exclusions in the section below.
No group pricing available.
Package Includes
- Airport pickup and drop services in a private vehicle
- Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu in tourist bus (optional flight with extra costs)
- Food all along the trip and accommodations during the trip (MAP)
- Licensed English speaking trekking guide
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of guide and porter during the trip
- First Aid Medical Kit carried by the guide
- All the required permits and paperworks
- Mobile SIM Card that works all over Nepal and a map of the trekking region
- Complimentary welcome or farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant
Package Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, laundry, titbits, etc
- Food and accommodation in Kathmandu
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on charted flights/helicopter
- Tips for guides and porters
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Itinerary
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will pick you up from Tribhuwan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel but our package only starts on the second day of your arrival. Our representative will come to your hotel in Kathmandu to pick up and start the trip to Pokhara.The trip starts at nearly about 6.30 AM with a drive of around 6 to 7 hours through lush green forests, meandering roads through the hills, and gracefully flowing riverside. You will also come across lively markets and clusters of villages on the way. Buffet lunch will be taken in one of the roadside restaurants.Today, after we reach Pokhara, we will see the good scenery of the majestic city. You can go boating in Phewa Lake (if we have enough time, as the boating facility gets closed early in the evening). The lake overlooks the Annapurna Himalayan Range and is a sight to behold.In the evening, we prepare for the trek with information from your guide.
Hotel/Lodge
910m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We drive to Phedi from Pokhara.From Phedi, we begin our trek to Dhampus. Dhampus is a pleasant Gurung village that offers splendid views of Himchuli, Annapurna South, and Mt Fishtail (Machhapuchchre).Then our path moves up through Pothana village with the scenic views of Mt. Annapurna South, Mt. Fishtail, and Mt. Dhaulagiri. Then our track moves down to Bhise Kharka through the thick rainforest then goes on ascending to Tolkha.
Hotel/Lodge
1,190m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On day 3, our trail goes down to Landrung through oak forest, terraced fields, pleasant village. Landrung is charming village of Gurung, Magar and Brahmins.Once more our path moves down to Jhinudanda where we get a chance to relax in the hot spring of the Modi River. After the refreshing bath, our trail ascends to Chhomrong with huge views of Annapurna South, Himchuli & Fishtail.
Hotel/Lodge
2,020m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Chhomrung, we come across the bridge and then go up to Sinuwa Danda. The trail comes transversely to the thick rhododendron forest taking to Khuldighar. After that, we move down lengthy and vertical stone steps into bamboo and rhododendron jungles through which we arrive at Dovan.
Hotel/Lodge
2,600m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A gradual ascent following the banks of the river Madi brings us through a sacred valley. No meat or fish is allowed in this area to comply with Buddhist and Hindu beliefs. We continue to pass bamboo trees, and if we are lucky, we may see the Lophophorus bird, the national bird of Nepal.We continue the ascent to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and our teahouse for the night.
Hotel/Lodge
3,700m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After we leave Machhapuchhre Base Camp, we leave all vegetation and trees behind, we enter a desert wilderness known as the Annapurna Sanctuary, an area of pristine natural beauty, surrounded by the glorious Annapurna Himalayas and glistening Annapurna glacier.Overnight in teahouse.
Hotel/Lodge
4,230m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We give you an early wake-up call today so you can enjoy the wondrous sunrise views of the Annapurna Sanctuary.We then we begin our descent, following the Modi Khola River to the Bamboo hut.
Hotel/Lodge
2,310m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We start the day with an uphill trek to Sinewa and then descend to meet the Chomrong Khola River.Another ascent to Chomrong before the final descent of the day to Jhinu. Here, you can visit the natural hot springs to bathe in the relaxing warm waters.
Hotel/Lodge
1,780m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On our last day of trekking, we easy descent to the banks of the Modi Khola River and on to Nayapul.We then take a private car for a one-and-a-half-hour drive back to Pokhara and send you to your hotel.After getting you transferred to your hotel the trip ends.
Hotel/Lodge
822m
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Route
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