Annapurna Base Camp Trek- 13 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

• 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/2^nd 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.

Day 01:

Drive to Pokhara (900m/7 hrs drive) & evening walk at Lakeside

(Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara on B/B plan)

Day 02:

Drive to Nayapul (1070m/1.5 hrs drive) & Trek to Ulleri (1960m/5-6 hrs walk)

Day 03:

Trek to Ghorepani (2860m/4 hrs walk)

Day 04:

Early morning hike to Poonhill for sunrise view (3210m/1.5 hrs walk up and down) & Trek to Tadapani (2630m/4 hrs walk)

Day 05:

Trek to Chhomrong(2170m/5-6 hrs walk)

Day 6:

Trek to Dovan (2630m/5-6 hrs walk)

Day 7:

Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp(3700m/6 hrs walk)

Day 08:

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m/2 hrs walk)

Day 09:

Trek back to Bamboo (2310m/6-7 hrs walk)

Day 10:

Trek to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5-6 hrs walk)

Day 11:

Trek to Nayapul (1070m/5 hrs walk) & Drive back to Pokhara

(Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara on B/B plan)

Day 12:

Pokhara Sightseeing

(Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara on B/B plan)

Day 13:

Drive back to Kathmandu 

The following costs are included in the package.

1. 3 Nights accommodation at star hotel in Pokhara on B/B Plan

2. All ground transportation by tourist bus/taxi

3. Pokhara Sight seeing

4. Meals on full board (3 meals a day) during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner – only one meal at a time)

5. All accommodation during trek

6. All necessary paper works, TIMS and ACAP Permit

7. Government registered English speaking Guide (Trained and Licensed holder)

8. Government taxes

9. Medical supplies (first aid kit)

The following costs are excluded in the package.

1. Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara

2. Your personal travel/trekking Insurance

3. International airfare and airport tax

4. Nepal entry visa fee

5. Rescue operation charges in case of emergency

6. All the bar bills such as alcoholic drinks or beverages like Coke, Fanta, mineral water, juice

7. Laundry service – Hot water & Hot shower during the trek and other personal expenses like shopping

8. Personal equipment for Trekking

9. Expenses of extra adventure, donations to Monasteries

10. Entrance Fees in Monasteries and at other entry points

11. Tips for Guide and porters

12. Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest, etc.

    1. Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara

    2. Your personal travel/trekking Insurance

    3. International airfare and airport tax

    4. Nepal entry visa fee

    5. All the bar bills such as alcoholic drinks or beverages like Coke, Fanta, mineral water, juice

    6. Laundry service – Hot water & Hot shower during the trek and other personal expenses like shopping

    7. Personal equipments for Trekking

    8. Expenses of extra adventure, donations to Monasteries

    9. Entrance Fees in Monasteries and at other entry points

    10. Tips for Guide and porters

    11. Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest, etc.

    12. Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.

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.

1. Trekking Backpack

2. Down Jacket – 1

3. Waterproof/Windproof Jacket– 1 (optional)

4. Trekking Shoes/Boots & light sandal -1

5. Trekking Sticks – 2

6. Hiking Pants/Shorts (windproof) – 2/2

7. Hiking shirts (full/half sleeve) – 2/2

8. Gloves/Socks – 1/3-4 pairs (gloves only needed in winter)

9. Warm innerwear (thermal coat) – 1 set (in winter)

10. Sleeping bag – 1 (optional) (in winter)

11. Sun hat/Woolen cap -1

12. Sunglass -1

13. Sunblock -1

14. Head torch/flash light -1

15. Personal towel -1

16. Water bottle

17. 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.