Annapurna Base camp trek one of the famous trekking trail in Annapurna region, is also identified as Annapurna sanctuary trek and provides you the best view along the trail. This trekking trail will bring you through an ever-changing landscapes, Rice, Millet, Barley and Potato fields, incredible Rhododendron forests, Himalayan Bamboo forests and small villages with their mixed cultures, livelihood, and lifestyles. During our trek we will cross many different villages and destinations such as Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani on the way to Ullerei, Ghandruk, Chomrung, Himalayan hotel, MBC and ABC. During our trekking period we will come across several viewpoint with stunning views of Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Annapurna first, South Annapurna, Mt. Dhaulagiri and Himchuli.Early morning one hour hike to pun hill for Fantastic sunrise view. From here we will have sunrise view along with superb view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machapuchre (Holy mountain) Himchuli, Nilgiri and South Annapurna.
Facts of the Trek
Grade: Moderate
Average walking per day: 6 hrs
Maximum altitude: 4130m
Best Seasons: February-May, October-November
Type of trek: Tea house
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Itinerary
Day 01: Early morning we will towards Pokhara on a tourist bus. Enroute we will see more of countryside of Nepal that offers greeneries, rivers, villages, farms and beautiful mountain sceneries. Afternoon, we reach Pokhara. it offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara is city of lakes and has numerous beautiful lakes. We can explore the most accessible and beautiful, Fewa Lake during the afternoon -enjoy boating too. Explore, relax and dine by tranquil Lake Fewa. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 02: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga(1575m) After having breakfast we drive to Naya Pul to start our trek. From Naya Pul we follow the south bank of the river. After several hours we will pass through sub tropical valley forests, sometimes on the carved trail on the side of the cliff. After lunch, we cross the Modi Khola river via a suspension bridge to the village of Tikhedhunga. Overnight at Guest house.
Day 03: Trek to Ghorepani(2850m) A gentle climb through pasture and cultivated Barley and Millet fields as we climb up we will walk besides the cascading river through refreshingly cool oak and rhododendron forest you will have a good view of Annapurna South from Ulleri village.
Day 04: Trek to Tadapani(2650m) Early morning one hour hike to pun hill for Fantastic sunrise view. From here we will have sunrise view along with superb view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machapuchre (Holy mountain) Himchuli, Nilgiri and South Annapurna. Back to guesthouse for Breakfast. Then we will walk five and half hours to reach wonderful village of Tadapani. Overnight at guesthouse
Day 05: Trek to chhomrung(2050m) The path drops down hill through dense Rhododendron forest. On the way you will pass many Local villages. Fantastic view of Annapurna south, Annapurna 4 with the Fishtail facing it across the valley.
Day 06: Trek to Dovan(2600m ) We walk through the forest of Kuldighar. The track winds steeply up through deep himalayan bamboo and Rhododendron forest to the small village of Dovan. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 07: Trek to Machhapuchre Base Camp(3700m ) A trek of the narrow Modi khola valley will bring you almost to the base of the M.B.C. The trail directly goes up to Machhapuchhare Base Camp to the Annapurna Base Camp. This area is called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by mountains. From here it takes two hours to Annapurna Base camp, which offers stunning views. Here you will spend a day gazing away at the snow covered peaks above and the beauty of the landscape around.
Day 08: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp. (Back to Dovan) Early morning trek to Annapurna Base Camp,here you stand in the sanctuary, the Gigantic views are breathtaking, Although clouds revolve in early, the shade often lifts at sunset to rival joyful, glowing peaks after having a breakfast in Annapurna Base Camp come back to Dovan. On the way Machhapuchhare Base Camp.
Day 09: Trek to Jhinu danda(1730m) Relax with natural hot spring at Jhinu danda . Jhinu danda situated of the modi Khola and there are few Guest house where you can have comfortable stay, after your Adventure journey from all the way steepdown hill to Annapurna sanctuary Trek.overnight at Guesthouse.
Day 10: Trek to Pokhara(900m) After having breakfast you will continue to Pokhara. On the way passing through some villages,rice fields. Today we will walk long up and down. Trekking get interesting in Syaulibazar with the magnificent views of Annapurna himalayan range. After that we continue two hour walking to Arrive Nayapool then beautiful drive to Pokhara.
Day 11: pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus Transfer to Hotel, Evening farewell dinner with typical Nepali culture show.
Day 12: Departure Airport for your onwards flight.
Cost Included
- Airport pickup and drop by private car van bus.
- Two night standards Hotel in Kathmandu/2night hotel in pokhara on B/B.
- Three meals a (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
- All accommodations during the trek.(toilet will be outside from your room)
- All necessary paper works Annapurna National park entry permit
- Trekking information management system (Tims) permit.
- Tourist Bus Kathmandu to Pokhara and Kathmandu
- A helpful/ knowledgeable/ friendly/well English speaking trained/government license holder guide With all his salary/ food/drinks/accommodation/transport and insurance.
- A Strong/ helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Sleeping bag/down jackets and walking stick (if is it required)
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- farewell dinner with culture show
Cost Exclude
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport. You need 2 passport size photos and $40 dollar
- International airfare/Your Travel insurance
- Lunch/ Dinner in Kathmandu/pokhara
- All the alcoholic/non alcoholic drinks/ deserts/ Sweet things
- Tips for the guide/porter (Tips is expected).
- Camera’s battery charge during the Trek
- Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
Note: Above Itinerary can be customized as per client interest and time frame