Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trip Overview

“Unmatched beauty of the sanctuary and base camp in the heart of Mt. Annapurna The one and only short, scenic treks to Annapurna Base Camp in whole Himalaya From warm temperature to cooler hills and towards the arctic zone of ice and glaciers Impressive farm villages of Gurung the hills tribe of Annapurna Himalaya range Beautiful forest covered with tall rhododendron-magnolia and pines tree lines Facing grand views of Annapurna and other range of mountains on daily walks.”

Introduction:

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking one of the shortest and most scenic adventures around whole Himalaya range, a great walks heading into the heart of massive Annapurna mountains within beautiful Sanctuary and at base camp. Annapurna Base Camp located within magnificent sanctuary enclosed within an amphitheater of peaks, a nice lovely walks without much problem catching high altitude symptoms, as a route to base camp takes you to a gradual and slow rise in altitude. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking certainly fascinates all visitors standing beneath world tenth highest Mt. Annapurna at above 8,091 m, (the first 8,000 meters mountains climbed to the summit in 1950 by French Expeditions much before Mt. Everest was conquered in 1953.). Annapurna Base Camp Trekking begins from scenic Pokhara city a beautiful spot blessed with the natural beauty of mountains and lakes, where the adventure starts and ends on this lovely city. The adventure leads to short drive at the foot of high hills and then on the uphill trail to reach several interesting Gurung villages of Ghandruk and Chomrong to reach Annapurna Base Camp. Walk leads into deep Modi River gorge covered within dense trees of rhododendron-oaks-pine and bamboos then finally reaching a high and wide beautiful plateau at Annapurna Sanctuary hidden behind an array of Annapurna peaks. Finally, walk leads to our final destination at Annapurna base camp the one and only base camp with facilities of the nice and cozy lodge with rooms facing outmost views of mountains of Annapurna. Enjoy marvelous time at Annapurna base camp surround by high mountains with glaciers and ice and then return journey leads to long descend back into green vegetation and tree lines to reach at a road-head for the drive to beautiful Pokhara for last overnight stop in Annapurna region. From Pokhara, where the exciting drive takes you back to Kathmandu after a wonderful experience and adventure on Annapurna Base Camp Trekking with great services of Yeti Mountain Treks.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, welcome you in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing (visit world heritage site)

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara 860 m -06 hrs journey

Day 04: Drive past Nayapul and trek to Tikhe Dhuga village - 05 hrs.

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (Poonhill)- 06 hrs

Day 06:  Trek to Tadapani

Day 07:  Trek to Chhomrong 

Day 08:  Trek to Himalayan Hotel. 

Day 09:  Trek to Annapurna Base Camp via Machhapuchhare Base Camp

Day 10:  Trek to Babmoo 

Day 11:  Trek to Jhinu-Danda with hot spring 1,700m - 06 hrs.

Day 12: Trek to Karnde and drive to pokhara

Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 14: International departure for homeward bound.

FAQs about Annapurna base camp trek
Q1. what is the accomodation like during trekking to ABC? 

Ans: In Kathmandu and pokhara we book tourist standard hotel and during trek you may accommodate in tea house or lodge.

Q2. If I want to stay in luxurious hotel in Pokhara, is it possible?

Ans: Yes, within the package you will accomodate in tourist stadard hotel. however, If you want luxurious hotel please let us know, we will arrange in best price.

Q3. I want to fly from kathmandu to Pokhara instead of tourist bus, is it possible? 

Ans: Yes, everday flight is available from kathmandu to pokhara, if you wish to fly please let us know, we will book flight and reduce tourist bus cost.

Q4. What currency should I take? 

Ans: Generally, you can bring USD or Euro or any other to the Kathmandu and exchange it in airport or other money exchange counter, however, you will not get exchange during trekking. So make sure that you have Nepalese currency with you during your trek. Also, some of banks are providing service that you can withdraw NPR from the ATM using your international master card.

Q5. Do I need fitness to trek? 

Generally, Annapurna Base Camp trekking requires 5-6 hours walk per day in average, and you may carry small bag with 6-8 KG. Some acclimation is required and you can decide whether you are fit enough for trekking or not.