Annapurna Base Camp Trek- 10 Days

- Trek Route: Ghorepani/Poonhill and Annapurna Base Camp
- Group Size: min 2
- Grade: Moderate
- Style: Tea house Trekking
- Best Season: Spring (March-May), Autumn (September-November)
Accommodation: Star category hotel accommodation in cities and simple lodge during trekking
- Transport: Private vehicle/Tourist bus/Taxi
- Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu/Pokhara and all meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Maximum Altitude: 4130m ABC
- Minimum Altitude: 1070m Nayapul
- Maximum Walking: 5-6 hrs a day
- Total Days: 13 days (Kathmandu-Kathmandu)
- Trekking Days: 10 Days (Nayapul-Nayapul)
- Highlights: Ghorepani village, Sunrise
from Poonhill, Tamang culture, Ghandrukgurung culture, Chhomrung
village, Annapurna Himal, MachhapuchhreHimal, Jhinu hot spring, lush
valleys, Cascading waterfalls, dense forest of rhododendron
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Major mountain peaks: Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking,
also known as Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking, is one of the most
popular treks in Nepal. The mesmerizing trek welcomes a large number
of trekkers from around the world, approximately 70,000 annually. The
trek to Annapurna Base Camp is the journey of lifetime for travelers
around the world. The very famous Mt. Annapurna (8091m) is the 10th
highest mountain in the world. This trek takes us to the heart of
Annapurna range, giving us a majestic moment for the lifetime. It
also gives us the opportunity to experience the Nepalese mountain
adventure, typical Nepali villages, local mountain lifestyle and
ethnic diversity. It takes us to the routes that pass through the
lush green nature, dense forest of rhododendron, cascading waterfalls
and a wide variety of flora & fauna.
We will come across the world
famous mountains throughout the trek. This trek offers the
spectacular mountain scenery of the world’s highest mountain ranges
like Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m), Mt. Fishtail (6993m/2nd highest of the Annapurna Range and sacred & unclimbed) and also the Annapurna south (7219m), Annapurna II (7939m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Hiuchuli(6441m).
To begin the 10 day Annapurna Base Camp Trekking, we need to drive to Pokhara, a lake city also known as trekking capital, from Kathmandu. After staying overnight in Pokhara, we then drive to Nayapul to start our trekking the next day. We retrace to Nayapul to complete our trek and drive to pokhara for refreshment.
DAYS |
ITINERARY |
ALTITUDE |
TIME |
Day 1 |
Kathmandu to Pokhara (Drive) |
830m |
6 – 7 hr |
Day 2 |
Pokhara to Naya Pool (Drive) to Ghandruk |
1940 m |
5 – 6 hr |
Day 3 |
Ghandruk to Chomrong |
2170 m |
6 hr |
Day 4 |
Chomrong to Bamboo |
2310 m |
4 – 5 hr |
Day 5 |
Bamboo to Deurali |
3230 m |
3 – 4 hr |
Day 6 |
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp |
4130 m |
5 – 6 hr |
Day 7 |
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo |
2310 m |
7 – 8 hr |
Day 8 |
Bamboo to Jhinu Danda |
1760 m |
5 – 6 hr |
Day 9 |
Jhinu Danda to Naya Pool to Pokhara (Drive) |
830 m |
6 – 7 hr |
Day 10 |
Pokhara to Kathmandu (Drive) |
1380 m |
6 – 7 hr |
The following costs are included in the package.
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3 Nights accommodation at star hotel in Pokhara on B/B Plan
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All ground transportation by tourist bus/taxi
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Pokhara Sight seeing
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Meals on full board (3 meals a day) during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner – only one meal at a time)
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All accommodation during trek
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All necessary paper works, TIMS and ACAP Permit
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Government registered English speaking Guide (Trained and Licensed holder)
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Government taxes
The following costs are excluded in the package.
Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara
Your personal travel/trekking Insurance
International airfare and airport tax
Nepal entry visa fee
Rescue operation charges in case of emergency
All the bar bills such as alcoholic drinks or beverages like Coke, Fanta, mineral water, juice
Laundry service – Hot water & Hot shower during the trek and other personal expenses like shopping
Personal equipment for Trekking
Expenses of extra adventure, donations to Monasteries
Entrance Fees in Monasteries and at other entry points
Tips for Guide and porters
Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest, etc.
We would like to advise you to arrange your travel insurance before leaving for your trip. It is very important to make sure that your insurance covers both medical and evacuation costs. In most places, it is not necessary but it would be better if you have the travel insurance with you all the time. It will make your trip safe and hassle free.
Trekking Backpack
Down Jacket – 1
Waterproof/Windproof Jacket– 1 (optional)
Trekking Shoes/Boots & light sandal -1
Trekking Sticks – 2
Hiking Pants/Shorts (windproof) – 2/2
Hiking shirts (full/half sleeve) – 2/2
Gloves/Socks – 1/3-4 pairs (gloves only needed in winter)
Warm innerwear (thermal coat) – 1 set (in winter)
Sleeping bag – 1 (optional) (in winter)
Sun hat/Woolen cap -1
Sunglass -1
Sunblock -1
Head torch/flash light -1
Personal towel -1
Water bottle
Camera and batteries
The trip cost may vary depending on the group size, duration of trek, the category of hotel in cities and service requirements.
The itinerary is modifiable as per needs, time frame & budget of trekkers.
Cost will be re-calculated if the itinerary is modified to only more days.
Cost won’t be refunded if you decide to finish you trek in lesser days (by walking more hrs) or want to return back without completing trek because of any reasons after you confirmed the trek
Additional activities may be added as per trekkers request with appropriate additional cost.
The cost may also be affected as per the requirement of number of guides and porters.
For any kind of inquiry please contact us by email or give us a call.