Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the most famous in Nepal. It is quite easy and shorter trek than other high altitude treks in Nepal. This trek incorporates diverse terrain, culture, and wildlife. Along with the most spectacular and close up view of Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, and Dhaulagiri. At 4130 m, Annapurna Base Camp offer spectacular views of a range of majestic mountains.
Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Machapuchhre (6993 m) and Hiunchuli (6441 m) offers a magical setting for oneself to remain pristine away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
The route itself to the destination fulfills and satisfies you by providing an interaction with nature’s wide variety of offerings, from forests, waterfalls, small mountain ranges. This relatively short trek offers a wonderful mix of flavors of nature and culture to those who want a multitude of experiences but do not have much time to spare.
Here one can catch a quick experience of various multicultural villages, throw oneself in the lap of nature’s diverse array of flora and fauna, and feel the thrill of climbing up the steep mountains. If you want to keep it short and yet have it all, this trek is a perfect fit for you.
Tour Highlight- Begin with Rhododendron covered forests, small villages, mountain ranges accompanying journey
- Experience the beautiful and Rich Gurung Culture and lifestyle
- Awaiting are the bamboo and oak forest with the soothing view of waterfall, temple and cave
- Immerse with blissful mountains which include Annapurna 1, Annapurna 3, Hiuchuli, Fang and Machhapuchhre among others
- Experience the thrill, and satisfaction that is felt as you challenge yourself upwards the trek
- Lose yourself to the mystical beauty of the ever shining snow capped Mountains
Additional information
| Hotel | 1 Star, 2 Star, 3 Star, 4 Star, 5 Star |
|---|---|
| Available Options | Mountain Flights, Cable Car |
Arrival in Kathmandu and Overnight in Hotel
Flight to Pokhara, drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk (1,940m)
Ghandruk to Sinuwa (2,360)
Sinuwa to Deurali (2,230m)
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)
After Machhapuchhre base camp, from where you can see the magnificent Machhapuchre. History has it that Machhapuchre hasn’t been climbed yet because the first group of climbers who went for expedition decided that if they would climb up, they would not get to see the breathtaking view that could be seen from below. Leaving behind Machhapuchre base camp you will take a trail towards ABC, which is a pleasant trail though the air is little thin. You may start feeling Altitude from here. But walking slowly and gently will do the trick, unless serious. You will reach a point from where you will not want to come back- a tremendously beautiful 360 degrees view of mountains, nowhere in the world! Views of giant Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna South 7219m, Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail) 6997m and several other wonderful peaks will take your experience to a new Height!
Annapurna Base Camp and descend back to Sinuwa (2,360m) (1,700m)
You are in the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary- the glacier valley and very near to the ultimate destination. The range of Annapurna mountains named singly as Annapurna South (7,219m) to Annapurna I (8,091m). You would get tired of taking pictures but will not want to give up!
Take your time, take your energy to immerse yourself to the scenery and capture them in your heart and minds. After some time, eventually you will descend down to the glacier valley to return back and end the day at the village of Sinuwa and share with each other how incredible your day was.
Sinuwa – Phedi – Pokhara Overnight in Hotel (900m)
Pokhara-Kathmandu Flight and Free day in Kathmandu
In the afternoon free day of your own. Overnight at Hotel.
Final Departure
Cost Includes
- Airport Pick up & Drop Transportation by private vehicle
- Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu & Pokhara in 2 to 5 star hotels with breakfast
- Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu flight fare
- Pokhara / Nayapul / Pokhara private transportation for members & Nepali staffs
- Accommodation in Normal tea house during trek
- Meals (Breakfast 2 cups of tea , lunch, dinner) in trekking
- Annapurna conservation permit fee & TIMS
- A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking guide
- One porter between each two members (A porter carries maximum weight of 20 kg)
- First Aid Kit
- Travel & Rescue arrangement
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Nepal Visa Fee (USD 40 for 30 Day)
- Meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Drinking water ,Hot shower and Electricity bill during trek
- Soft/hard drinks
- Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client’s insurance
- Personal gears & clothing
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency
- Expenses incurred due to mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged as per actual
- Anything not specified in cost include section
- Guide and Porter Tips
