Annapurna Base Camp Trekking - Nepal Air Ticket

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

Annapurna Base Camp is one of the most famous trekking in Nepal. Annapurna Base Camp is settled at 4130 meters and it is surrounded by half a dozen peaks more than 6500 meters tall, Annapurna Sanctuary is the end point of what might be the single most view-intensive trek in Nepal.

The starting point to Annapurna trekking region is the famous city of Pokhara. The most prominent ethnic groups of Annapurna region are Gurungs and Thakalis. Animal found here are, blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr and The Annapurna Sanctuary trek also known as the Annapurna Base Camp trek is famous for trekkers. .

Annapurna base camp trek starts from Pokhara with a short drive to Nayapul. We ascend well-trodden trails through terraced farmland and traditional villages. As we climb through ancient oak and rhododendron forest, across sparkling streams and past waterfalls, the world of snow and ice starts to unfold above us. This combination of pretty villages and terraced fields of millet and rice, coupled by the majestic splendor of Machapuchare (6,993m), Annapurna I and Hiunchuli (6,441m) make this an extremely rewarding trek. Autumn and spring seasons are the best time to do Annapurna base camp trekking.

Day 1:

Arrival in Kathmandu

Our representative will receive you from International airport and transfer to the Hotel. Evening: Briefing about the trip in the hotel.

Day 2:

Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley (Pashupatinath, Bouddha and Syambhunath). O/N at Hotel

Day 3:

Drive to Pokhara

The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 7 hours on a tourist bus. Trekking staff will arrive at your Hotel at 6:30AM in the morning to pick you up then the bus will leave around 7:00AM to Pokhara. If you want to fly to Pokhara instead of taking the long journey by bus, this is also possible. There are several flights to Pokhara from 9 am in the morning to 3 pm in the afternoon which offers a splendid view of the Himalayas in the north. Pokhara is a picturesque lake town nestled in the shadow of the Himalayan Peaks and is the suitable startup point for trekking. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4:

Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri

The drive to Nayapul is around two hours. After this short drive, we pack up the bags for porters and start our trip. We walk through the lush, green Modi river valley, past waterfalls with plunge pools that invite you to swim. The ascend of the steep staircase to Magar village of Ulleri (2070m,) a tough one for the first day but you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the valley below and the peaks of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 5:

Trek to Ghorepani

The trek today is a gentle climb through pasture and cultivated fields. After Banthati the trail then continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons forest to Ghorepani (2840m.). Overnight at Lodge

Day 6:

Poon Hill Visit and Trek to Tadapani

Today, very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill at elevation of 3200 meters. Poon Hill is a famous view point and provides an unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas. After spending an hour at the view point we return to Ghorepani where we take a hot breakfast and then we trek to Tadapani (2610 meters). The trail ascends up to Deurali pass and descends steeply through dense moss-covered forest rich with birdlife to Tadapani. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 7:

Trek to Chhomrong

The day starts with steep downhill through rhododendron forests. Leaving Tadapani, we descend steeply through forests and then the trail eases as we reach Gurjung which is the village of Gurung people, with an easy walk to Chommrong at elevation of 2140 meters. Overnight at Lodge. Towering above the village is the mighty peak of Annapurna South, with the Fishtail facing it across the valley.

Day 8:

Trek to Himalaya Hotel

We walk through the forest to Kuldi Ghar, before the route goes steeply down a bank of rock and then levels out, running through riverside bamboo thickets along the base of the gorge. Because there are no villages in this valley, the forests are untouched and we have a very pleasant walk through oak, rhododendron forest as we climb and then descend to a place called Bamboo (2,335m).Then the track winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to Himalaya Hotel (2680m.) Overnight at Lodge.

Day 9:

Trek to Fishtail Base Camp (Machhapuchhere Base Camp)

Our day begins with the climb through bamboo, then rhododendron forests to Hinko cave. The track remains on the west bank of the Modi, now flowing through a more open valley, and eventually emerges into the Sanctuary. Straight ahead is the high lateral moraine of the South Annapurna glacier and the Modi follows a deep cliff to the right. This is the site of Machhapuchhre base camp (3480m). Overnight at Lodge.

Day 10:

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Base Camp is totally surrounded by mountains and this area is also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. Two hours trek from Machhapuchhare Base Camp brings us to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at elevation of 4130 meters. There, you will view unobstructed views of mountain scenery, which is very spectacular. Since we arrive at the base camp early, we spend our time visiting to the glaciers and taking the trip further to the base of the mountains. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 11:

Trek back to Bamboo

From Annapurna Base Camp we follow the same trail down today. It is around 7 hours easy walk back to Bamboo. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 12:

Trek to Jhinuwa Hot Spring

We follow the same trail until Chommrong. From Chomrong the trail descends very steeply to the Jhinuwa hot spring, where you can bathe in natural hot springs. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 13:

Trek to Deurali

From Jhinuwa hot spring we start our trek to Deurali. Deurali is a good view point to look at the Annapurna range and the route you have trekked in the last days. Overnight at Lodge.

Day 14:

Trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara

We make a three hour trek downhill to Phedi where our vehicle awaits us to transfer us to Pokhara. Afternoon is free to explore the town or boating at Fewa lake. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 15:

Sightseeing tour in Pokhara city and fly to Kathmandu

After breakfast, visit Davi’s fall and World Peace stupa. Afternoon, scenic flight to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.

Day 16:

Final departure

Include

Airport transfers
Twin sharing room at 3 star hotel with breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Local sightseeing tour by private a/c vehicle & entrance fees
English speaking tour guide for sightseeing tour
Deluxe tourist coach to Pokhara & return
Private vehicle drive to Nayapul & return to Pokhara
Trek permit & National Parks fees
Trekking guide and porters
Food ( 3 meals a day) & twin sharing accommodation at local lodge during the trek
Pokhara-Kathmandu domestic flights

Exclude

All personal expenses like soft drinks, bottled water, chocolate and beer etc.
Personal trekking & rescue insurances
Tips for the staffs

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