- Trip Code : 123
- Trip Duration : 10 Days
- Trip Level : Strenuous
Trip Highlights
- Impressive sunrise views from Poon Hill
- Enjoy excellent views of the majestic Machhapuchhre along with Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna from Machhapuchhre base camp.
- Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp
- Spectacular mountain and glacier views from Annapurna Base Camp
- Natural bath in hot springs at Ghorepani.
Trip Information
Adventurous, this is what you feel when you go to The Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal. Annapurna Base Camp is filled with iconic snow-capped mountains, evergreen forests, rich cultural diversity, and a wide spectrum that travels from lush countryside farmlands to pretty villages along with their resident women folk humming romantic tunes is really amazing. Trekking in-between the stunning Mt Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre, hiking through deep gorges, dense forests of bamboo, and rhododendron. The attractive landscape that we see by following the wild Modi Khola will surely provide the best of Mother Nature.
The geographically beautiful Annapurna region offers magnificent views of the Himalayas such as; Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Gangapurna, Hiunchuli, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and other stunning snow-capped peaks. Annapurna Base Camp is home to diverse ethnic communities; Magar, Gurung, and Thakali. During the Annapurna Base Camp trek, we will get an opportunity to explore their interesting cultures and experience their way of life, which makes this journey really awe-inspiring. Their warm hospitality makes visiting their villages during the trek worth it. The setting of the Annapurna Base Camp at the summit of 4130m is unique and incredibly spectacular. During our adventurous trail, we can visit Poon Hill, one of the best viewpoints to catch an outstanding sunrise and mountain vistas. Visibility of the Annapurna Range, Mount Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and the butterfly peaks in the far western part from the summit of Poon Hill is really amazing. Finding yourself in the secluded Annapurna Base Camp at a height of 8091m with 360-degrees of stunning mountain view is incredibly beautiful that is beyond imagination. Enjoying bathing in the natural hot springs and spiritually cleaning or ease one’s pains and aches of the body near Jhinu Danda contributes to making an unforgettable mountain experience for enthusiast trekkers.
This classical and legendary trek to the Annapurna Base Camp goes through spectacular and tranquil landscapes, various charming ethnic settlements, lush green rhododendron, bamboo and alpine forests with the beautiful Himalayas on the background is really one of the best mountains treks throughout the globe.
Note:- Above mention information is just the guideline and a standard template of what we provide. The trip can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
Short Itinerary
- Day 01 - Kathmandu Sightseeing
- Day 02 - Fly to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft), trek to Ghandruk (1940m/6360 ft): 30 minutes flight, 5 - 6 hours trek
- Day 03 - Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 5 - 6 hours
- Day 04 - Chhomrong to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 4 - 5 hours
- Day 05 - Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 3 - 4 hours
- Day 06 - Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours
- Day 07 - Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo: 7 – 8 hours
- Day 08 - Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5770 ft): 5 - 6 hours
- Day 09 - Trek to Naya Pul then drive to Pokhara: 6 hours trek, 1-hour drive
- Day 10 - Fly or Drive back to Kathmandu
- Day 01 Kathmandu Sightseeing
- Day 02 Fly to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft), trek to Ghandruk (1940m/6360 ft): 30 minutes flight, 5 - 6 hours trek
- Day 03 Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 5 - 6 hours
- Day 04 Chhomrong to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 4 - 5 hours
- Day 05 Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 3 - 4 hours
- Day 06 Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours
- Day 07 Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo: 7 – 8 hours
- Day 08 Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5770 ft): 5 - 6 hours
- Day 09 Trek to Naya Pul then drive to Pokhara: 6 hours trek, 1-hour drive
- Day 10 Fly or Drive back to Kathmandu
Price Includes
- Airport pick up and drop off services. Transport: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus, Pokhara - Nayapul & Siwai - Pokhara by public bus / shared jeep
- 2 night's hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast. Guesthouse accommodation during the trek
- Full board meal arrangements during the trek (Main course: breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- 1 professional, licensed, English-speaking trekking guide. A well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5 people
- All applicable taxes, necessary trekking permits, Annapurna Conservation Area fees and Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
- First aid medical kit, oxymeter to check your pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation in high altitude
- In the worst case, we will help you with all rescue and evacuation arrangements
- Unique Adventure's sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag & area trekking map (to be returned after the trip is over)
Price Does not Include
- Nepal visa (USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days)
- Your international flights to and from Nepal
- Travel insurance (for helicopter evacuation if needed during the trek
- Hotels in Kathmandu
- Porters to carry luggage (you can add a porter when booking)
- Bar and beverage bills, tea/coffee/drinking water.Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, internet, battery charger, hot shower et
- Tips for guide, porter, driver
Trekking equipment and clothing needed for this trek
- Warm fleece hat with ears cover or balaclava.
- Sun hat and scarf to cover face.
- Good polarized sunglass (uv protector).
- Cold proof polypropylene tshirt (2/2 half and full sleeve).
- Wind proof fleece jacket and thermal down tshirt.
- waterproof shell jacket and Gore-tex jacket.
- Light weight poly-liner gloves and wool or fleece gloves(1 pair each).
- A pair of expedition mittens.(waterproof shell).
- Underwears.
- Light weight cotton pants and hiking shorts.(1 pair each)
- A pair of light and expedition thermal bottoms.
- A pair of fleece trousers and A pair of waterproof shell pants.(breathable fabric)
- A pair of socks.(Thin lightweight inner and thick warm wool hiking socks).
- Hiking shoes with spare laces.
- Light sandals/shoes for camp.
The price per person for the Small group Journey is fixed as stated below. There is also the option of private and tailor made journey best suited for you, your family and friends. The discount is subjected to increase with the number of people in your group. Bigger the group better the discount so group bookings are highly encouraged.
Frequently Asked Questions
- All your departure is guaranteed to run?
- Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?
- Can I add extra days to my trek or trip?
- Do you use Yaks and porters on the trek or do we carry all of our own gear?
- Will there be a place to store items clothing not require for the trek?
- Can I charge my digital camera, mobile or other equipment on my trip?
- Is there any communication while we are on trekking?
- Do you guys have a PAC portable altitude chamber?
- If I am sick can I continue the trek next day after a day rest?
- What if I am badly sick in the Mountain?
- Is Nepal Travel Expedition staff insured?
- What safety measures are in place? What safety equipment do your guides carry with them on the trek to deal with altitude sickness/accident?
- Do your guide have trekking guide certificate from the government tourism center? Have they received first aid training for high altitude?
- What is the weather and temperature like in trekking?
- What is the best session for this trekking?
- What is your cancellation policy?
- Is it possible to reserve a trip now pay deposit later or do I have to pay deposit at booking reservation?
- Do we book own international flights to and from Nepal?
- What mode of transportation do you use?
- How much additional money do I need per day for the trek?
- What are the opportunity will I have for the shower along the trek?
- What is the drinking water facilities in the mountain?
- If I am vegetarian, is that a problem?
- Is the food in mountain prepare to international standard in terms of safety?
- What are the Toilet facilities in the tea house or guest house in the trekking route?
- What short of accommodation can I expect in Kathmandu and in the trekking?
- What types of extra document do I need?
- Can I obtain visa for Nepal upon on arrival at airport?
- Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?
- What types of Shape do I need to be in this trip?
Note:- Above mention information is just the guide line and a standard template of what we provide. The trip can be customize at your request to accommodate your specific require programmed the timeframe for the trip.
Trip Note:- During the trip you might face different different problems such as weather, local politics , transport or a multitude of other factor that are beyond our control could bring change in the programmed. However every unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially atered, if alternative way is necessary, then the tour leader will take decision that the best alternative option. We try to make understand everything clear that we can to minimize its effect but we can not ensure unseen result of changes or delays.
Why this trip make different?
Nepal Travel Expedition works closely with One of the main supporter's Charity service in Nepal. And contribute 10% of the tour cost for Orphan Childrens (sherpa Outdoor Foundation) We support them in many different ways.
Donation and Charity!
Nepal Travel Expedition donates 10% of its annual revenue to Sherpa Outdoor Foundation Orphan Children Home Which is Located in Lalitpur one can visit while you are in Nepal after or before the trip. We support Children's for Food, School, Clothes, Medicine also supporting stationery materials to Government School which is located at Lamjung district trying to build a library for them where they could find a different book to read. For this project, we are trying to collect donations.
Sponsorship and Partnership (volunteering programmed)
One of the major activities of Sherpa outdoor Children home in Lalitpur is fully conducted and collaborate with Nepal Travel Expedition and sister concern organization Nepal wildlife safari. The Volunteering concern programmed delivered by Nepal Travel Expedition and Sherpa Outdoor Foundation aims to mobilize a team of experts and interested individuals as an economic measure in providing human capital for education, health, community to share teaching skill various Government school in a different part of the country and community to delivered humanity skills also in our children home.