Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)

Overview

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most magnificent journeys on the planet, passing through a variety of climates, landscapes, and culturally rich communities. Fishtail, Hiunchuli, Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho, Pisang, Pungda Danda, and countless other peaks can all be seen from the Annapurna Base Camp. You’ll stop by the famous Poon Hill viewpoint and rest in the natural hot water pool at Jhinu Danda along the route.

You’ll go to ABC through a magical region of snow and ice. It’s a typical teahouse trip that leads you to the foothills of the Annapurna range. This area is rich in biodiversity. It is surrounded by the peaks of Annapurna I (8,091 meters), Annapurna South (7,219 meters), Machapurchhre (6,993 meters), and Himchuli (6,441 meters). As you wander throughout the trails, you will come across Thakali and Loba people. There are also small Buddhist shrines and Ghumbas to be found. You can learn about and experience local ethnic Gurung and Magar customs in small settlements and villages along the road. Our adventure begins in kimchi village, where you will begin your trek to Ghandruk, the home of the valiant Gurkha troops. Your trek will come to a finish at Naya pul, after which you will drive to Pokhara. Throughout your excursion, our guide will assist and accompany you.

Speciality

  • The world's tallest mountains, Dhaulagiri (7th) and Annapurna (10th), may be seen from here.
  • Take in the spectacular views from Annapurna Base Camp (4,103m).
  • To obtain a glimpse of Nepali life, trek through Gurung settlements.
  • For a panoramic vista, travel into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
  • As you wander around the paths, take in the different flora and fauna.
  • Between Kathmandu and Pokhara, there are two fantastic Himalayan Mountain flights.
  • Witness a stunning dawn over the Annapurna highlands from the awe-inspiring heights.
  • Jhinu Danda relaxation in hot spring.

Itinerary

You will be received at Kathmandu airport by our representative holding your name plate. After formal meeting, you will drive to the Hotel. There is an option of familiarization walk in the evening that ends with an attractive dinner.

From Kathmandu, Pokhara is 30-40min flight away. After breakfast in Pokhara, drive to Nayapul and ride through the small town, Syauli Bazar, and Kimche in the early morning hours. We continue our first day of the trek to get a glimpse of the surroundings and a panoramic view of the mountains.

From Ghandruk, we will be able to witness the stunning views of the Fishtail and Annapurna South and Hiunchuli mountains. The Ghandruk village is rich in the Buddhist temple and rich in local traditions. Ghandruk is rich in the rural lifestyle.

After early morning hearty breakfast, you will trek to your second day's destination. That is to Chommrong. Along the way we'll see the wonderful views of Annapurna West, Fishtail Peak, and the steep descent to the Kimron River and up to Chhomrong an hour after hiking to Ghandruk. We travel to Chhomrong for a night's relaxation. It's a beautiful spot nestled in the shadow of Annapurna's towering peak.

Trekking forward from the Chommrong, our next destination is a beautiful village of Doban. We enter the green forest through the stone steps of Homrong Hola and then uphill to the village of Doban, through the thick bamboo and rhododendron trees.

On Day 5, we arrive to our ultimate destination. At the altitude of 4130m, we shall have walked 6-7 hours to reach the Annapurna Base Camp. To reach here we pursue an itinerary through the narrow gorge Modi Khola glacier valley, which takes us to Annapurna's base camp, at the foot of Machhapuchhre. The Annapurna glaciers are not far away.

The Base Camp in Machhapuchhre gives us amazing views of the nearby mountains. From Hiunchuli, past Annapurna South to Annapurna I (8097m/26,566 ft) and Khangsar Kang, Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare we have an impressive 360 grade view.

At the back of the world we will continue our walking out of the Annapurna Shrine and start with our move out of the Modi River gorge. We watch a stunning sunrise with the Himalaya. We eventually hit our serene Bamboo stoppoint.

Through the tranquil forests of rhododendrons, bamboos, and oak, we proceed down to Kimrong Khola and then ascend toward Chomrong town, before falling into Jhinu Danda, a low, quiet town. This village has near hot springs along the river that allow us to soak our tired muscle.

We walk along the plain dust road on the right for 3 to 4 hours to Siwa / Ghandruk Phedi after leaving Jhinu Danda hot spring. We drive to Birethanti, Nayapul and a 2/2hr drive take us to the tourist hub in Pokhara. Which is considered one of the best and most relaxing spaces after the trekking. We take flight back to Kathmandu the same day.

Day 9 :
Departure

Finally, Annapurna Base Camp trek is now over. You can now scroll through some of the wonderful moments that you collected on this journey and depart.

Route Map

Includes

  • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
  • Hotel accommodation in kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Teahouse lodge accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
  • Welcome and farewell dinners.
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicles as per the itinerary.
  • Well trained and experienced trekking guide(leader), climbing guide(leader) and assistant guide.
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.
  • All necessary paper work, trekking permits.
  • Medical kit(carried by your guide).
  • All government and local taxes.

Excludes

  • Nepalese visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs).
  • International airfare to and from kathmandu.
  • Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15kg luggage, charges will be lieved accordingly).
  • Extra night accommodation in kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Lunch and evening meals in kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary).
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.).
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended.
  • Tips for guides, porters and drivers.
  • Services not listed in the 'Includes' section.

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Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)

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