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Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Duration : 15 Days

Embarking on the Annapurna Base Camp trek promises an extraordinary journey to the heart of majestic peaks. Witness the mesmerizing beauty of the Annapurna range, immerse yourself in diverse landscapes, and experience the warmth of the local communities along the way.

You will start this Annapurna Base Camp trek by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Then we drive to Pokhara and embark on the awe-inspiring Annapurna Base Camp trek, reaching the base of the eighth-highest mountain in the world. You will pass through diverse landscapes, including awe-inspiring glaciers, beautiful rivers, alpine pastures, and natural hot springs. This Annapurna Base Camp trek will immerse you in a surreal Himalayan landscape.

Highlights:

  • Immerse Yourself in Nepal’s rich cultural and historical legacy in Kathmandu
  • Set out on an adventure into the heart of the Annapurna range
  • Get astounded by breathtaking views of towering Himalaya peaks
  • Trek to the foot of the world’s eighth-highest mountain

Itinerary : Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Duration : 15 Days

Arrive in Kathmandu. Meeting and assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free. (N)

Accommodation in Kathmandu

After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is a place where the city’s Kings were crowned. Having been built and rebuilt over the generations, it is now the valley’s number one tourist attractions. Most of the temples you see here are a mere three or four centuries old. The entire square was designated as a World Heritage Monument in 1979.

Continue on to Boudhanath Stupa. This is the largest Stupa in Nepal and one of the largest in the world. It is the sacred place for Buddhist pilgrims.

Afternoon, tour of Patan Durbar Square. Patan also known as Lalitpur is the second largest city inside the valley. Patan has a long Buddhist influence and the four corners of the city are marked by Stupas said to have been created by great Buddhist emperor around 250 BC. (B)

Accommodation in Kathmandu

After breakfast, drive to Pokhara Valley. Pokhara is the second famous destination after Kathmandu. At 850 meters, Pokhara enjoys mild climate  and magnificent view of the Himalaya. Upon arrival in Pokhara transfer to the hotel. Later evening, stroll around the famous lakeside area. (B)

Accommodation in Pokhara

From Pokhara, drive to Naya Pul and start the trek. Walk through a valley forest, cross the Bhurundi Khola (river) before coming to Tikhedhunga Village. The Ulleri Hill with a great many advances and stones that constantly go upward will truly demonstrate a trial of stamina until arriving Ulleri. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Ulleri

After breakfast, ascend to the Ghorepani village by means of stone stairs. Appreciate the tremendous landscape as Annapurna South looms large, from every sides. Pass cascades, small towns, and a few tea-houses before arriving Ghorepani. We stop at the higher piece of the Ghorepani. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Ghorepani

Wake up early morning morning and hike to Poon Hill without a moment to spare to see the sunrise view over the Himalayas. Poon Hill is the most well known destination to appreciate close up perspectives on Annapurna and Dhaulagiri extends and appreciate the dawn from these grand mountains. Later, trek back to Ghorepani. After lunch, walk towards the east and climb an edge. The path drops through rhododendron forest and waterfalls before arriving Tadapani. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Tadapani

Today the path begins with a drop through an enormous rhododendron forest. The forest trail closes and our path opens up to perfectly terraced fields. Walk uphill and pass waterfalls and arrive at a suspension. After a couple of uphill and downhill walk arrive Chhomrong. It is a lovely village directly beneath the massive Annapurna huge. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Chhomrong

Today walk on a lot of stone strides before arriving at the Chhomrong Khola (river). Cross the river via suspension bridge and start uphill walk to Sinuwa. The path then goes through a wonderful forest to Kuldihar. From here make a easy descent to Bamboo. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Bamboo

Today, trek through bamboo woods. It is simply in the wake of arriving at Himalaya Hotel that the backwoods opens up and we are out in the sun again with dumbfounding perspectives on the frosty waterway underneath. It is a precarious move up through an a lot drier backwoods before coming to Hinku Cave. From here the path slides to a river before climbing to Deurali. From here, appreciate terrific views of the encompassing slopes and Mt. Dhaulagiri. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Deurali

Today, follow the valley trail in a relentless ascension. The path adheres to a rough bluff and is some of the time soak. Stroll on a to some degree level way for some time before arriving Machhapurchre Base Camp. From here appreciate amazing views of Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna mountains. Later, turn left and start climbing delicately to the Annapurna Base Camp. Walk further until arriving base camp of Mt. Annapurna. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Annapurna Base Camp

Today, the trail quickly drops past the Machhapuchhre Base Camp, Deurali, Himalayan Hotel and Doban lastly to Bamboo. Today the trek is downhill so it shouldn’t be extremely troublesome. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Bamboo

Retrace the path to Chhomrong. From Chomrong it is a precarious plunge down to the Modi Khola valley. The stone strides to Chhomrong are similarly precarious as they were previously. The path at that point slides to Jhinu Danda. (B, L ,D)

Overnight in a local guest house in Jhinu Danda

Today while returning to Naya Pul appreciate the excellent landscape of western Nepal on approach to Naya Pul. From Nayapul drive back to Pokhara. rest of the day is free. (B, L)

Accommodation in Pokhara

After breakfast, transfer to the domestic airport in Pokhara and fly back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel. Evening, transfer to an authentic Nepali restaurant for farewell dinner with cultural shows. After dinner, transfer back to the hotel. (B, D)

Accommodation in Kathmandu

Free till departure. Transfer to the airport in time to connect your onward flight. (B)

Trip Includes
  • 3 night accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • 2 night accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • 9 night accommodation in a tea house or a local guest house during the trek with all meals in the same lodge or along the way
  • All necessary airport transfers as per the program
  • Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu as per the program with service of a local English speaking guide
  • Kathmandu/Pokhara private surface transfer with our chauffeur
  • Private surface transfer to/from trek start and end points
  • Service of an experienced Sherpa guide and porter (1 porter for 2 person) throughout the trek
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fees
  • Trekking permit
  • Pokhara/Kathmandu domestic airfare (including applicable airport tax)
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with transfer
  • All applicable monumental entrance fees
  • All necessary Nepal tax
Trip Excludes
  • International airfare
  • Lunches and dinners (except during trekking and farewell dinner in Kathmandu)
  • Sleeping bags during trek
  • Hot water during trek (if required can be purchased and paid directly in the guest house)
  • Travel insurance

1. Flights to Nepal

There are direct flights to Nepal from Kuala Lumpur,  Delhi, Dubai, Doha, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Mumbai, Bangalore, China, Dhaka, Muscat and Istanbul. Flights to Nepal are expensive as it does not lie on any major transit route, particularly during the peak tourist season (March till May) and (October to November).

2. Time

Nepal is 5 hours 45 minutes ahead of GMT & 15 minutes ahead of Indian Standard Time.

3. Visa

Nepal extends trouble-free issuance of visa to all the citizens. Except for Indian tourist all nationals will require a valid passport. The tourist visas can easily be obtained at the airport or any entry point upon arrival. They have to fill up the application form and submit it together with a photograph.

15 days US $ 30 ; 30 days US $ 50 ; 90 days US $ 125

The fees must be paid in cash (credit cards are not acceptable)

4. Money, Currency regulations & Credit Cards

Nepalese currency notes are available in 20, 50, 10, 500 and 1,000 rupee denominations.

Indian notes of 200, 500, 1000, and 2000 are banned in Nepal. All hotels, restaurants, shopping centers will accept USD currency. However, please note the USD currency should be new and it should not be tampered in any way. Visa, Master Card, American Express are widely acceptable in hotels, restaurants and shopping centers.

5. Holidays

Saturday is the weekly holiday. Most of the shops remain closed on Saturdays. Sunday is normal working day in Nepal. Embassies remain closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and on public holidays.

6. Shopping

Shopping can also be very gratifying and exciting in Nepal (especially Kathmandu & Pokhara). There are numbers tourists’ shops with tempting clothes, typical Nepalese craft, beautiful potteries and even gems & jewelries. Singing bowls are likewise a famous souvenir.

7. Tipping

Tipping is not mandatory, however the guides, drivers who are involved in your tours do expect some tips. If you are very much satisfied by the service provided by your guide and driver you may tip them. The information regarding tipping will be provided prior to your commencement of the trip.

8. Health Guide – Inoculation/Vaccination

We recommend that the clients get themselves immunized against certain illness that are not prevalent in their home country such as Cholera, Typhoid, Malaria, Meningitis, Hepatitis etc; Your physician would be best to advise you the best suggestion of these inoculations. Make sure the water you consume is boiled & filtered. 

Trekking Facts

Your Team

We organize private trek only, hence you will be accompanied by an English speaking Sherpa guide. However, please note these Sherpa guides are born and bought up in the remote mountain region of Nepal. Most of them are not even formally educated; hence they will be able to communicate in basic English only, however you will greatly appreciate their sense of humor.

You will then have porters as per the requirement. You are required to carry a rucksack with personal belongings such as a camera, your passport and the things that you require. The rest of the things will be carried by the porters. The porters will walk at a fast pace and you will meet them at trek endpoints, each day, be sure that you have all the required items in your rucksack.

The Sherpa guide will be with you all along. Our Sherpa guides are very experienced, hence request you to follow all the instructions given by him for a safer trek.

Accommodation

Accommodation during treks will be very basic. We request clients not to have high expectation. As you move to the higher altitude, you may even have to share the dormitories and toilets. The accommodation in these regions cannot be booked in advance; hence our guide will try their level best to accommodate you in the best available lodge in the area.

Equipment Required

No special equipment will be required for trekking in Nepal. You will be trekking through well-established trails. However, we recommend you to bring good down jacket to keep you warm, hiking boot with perfect ankle support, fleece jacket and quality sleeping bags, water bottle. Sleeping bags can also be hired from Kathmandu though will not be very clean.

National Park Permit

All these fees are already included in your tour cost. We will require your scanned copies of passport in advance (before your arrival to Kathmandu) so that we can start processing the permit in advance. After you arrive in Kathmandu we will collect your 2 photographs and by the same evening or the next morning we will hand over your required permits.

Emergency

In case of emergencies, our Sherpa guide will do anything to help you. However, you should have the travel insurance from your home country that covers medical and emergency repatriation, including Helicopter evacuation, in the eventuality of serious illness or accident or if clients are stranded in remote areas due to unexpected bad weather conditions.

Meals

All the meals during the trek will be included in your package. However, please note that in the mountain region, there will only be less variety of food available. You will be offered a fixed meal planned by your Sherpa guide.

The breakfast will comprise a cup of tea/coffee, cereal, egg & bread/toast. The lunch will include the main course (fried rice/dal bhat/noodles/macaroni/potatoes) & tea/coffee only. The dinner will comprise of soup, one main course, dessert and a cup of tea/coffee.

Any additional consumption over the regular menu will incur extra cost and will have to be paid by you. Lunch will always be light, consisting of vegetarian items only. Non- veg dinner will be provided twice a week. We recommend carrying a bottled mineral water for drinking.

Tips

The Sherpa guide and porter, who will be along with you, do expect few tips, though it will never be demanded. These people are from the very poor background; hence tips are also their source of income.

It is totally up to you to reward Sherpa guide/Porters after the service is over, the amount may depend on how satisfied you are from the overall service provided by them.

Experience

You will not require any experience for the trekking. However, you should be physically fit to walk in an uneven terrain for at least 5-6 hours a day.

Physical Fitness

Trekking in the mountain region of Nepal will involve walking over uneven terrain. This can prove physically tiring, especially as the altitude increases. The best thing to do is start with basic exercises, walking up and down. If you have a busy time, then, you should train yourself with exercise machines.

Trekking puts much effort in the quadriceps muscle in front of the thigh hence do start with walking and jogging at least a month prior to your trek. Take stairs whenever possible instead of lifts/elevators.

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