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Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

For a short trek with few altitude problems the Annapurna base camp trek provides you with unparallel access to the spectacular you will find yourself looking twice before you believe that they are not clouds. As well as providing the views this Annapurna base camp trek is famous, This Annapuran Base Camp Treks trail takes you through an ever-changing landscape of rice fields, misty forests and tiny villages.

The Annapurna Himal is a vast massif of several peaks above 7,000 m, part of the range forms a natural am phi-theater known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. Ringed by such giants Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Ganagapurna and Annapurna III. We trek through rhododendron and bamboo forests, as we climb towards the famous Fishtail Mountain Base Camp. From the Annapurna Base Camp we use the same route till Chomrong downstream the Modi Khola before making a worthy detour to Ghandrung, a beautiful and large Gurung village.

Annapurna Base Camp Highlights:

Offers excellent views of Annapurna South and Mt Fishtail,Typical Gurung villages at Landruk, Ghandruk, & Chhomrung, Machhapuchhare Base Camp, Great mountains views from Annapurna Base Camp, Panoramic views of Annapurna, Annapurna South, Hiuchuli, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhare, Gangapurna, Tent peak, Gandharba Chuli, Natural hot spring at Jhinnudanda

Fact File:

Trek Name :Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trek Duration:16 Days

Best Season:February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.

Trek Grade :Moderate

Accommodation :Tea House

Group Size:Min.1 to Max 18 persons in a group

Min. altitude:1065m

Max altitude:4130m

Mode of Travel:Car/Van/Bus to Pokhara and Flight: Pokhara

Annapurna Base Camp with Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek itinerary

Day 1:Meet at Kathmandu Airport: 
We will meet you at the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. When you have had time to settle in and freshen up after your long flight, you will be invited to visit our office for a briefing about your program. During this visit we will help you check your equipment and facilitate the processing of other necessary items such as National Park Permits etc.

Day 02:A full days sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley: 
After breakfast our guide will accompany you on tour of sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley. You will visit the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. You will also visit Swyambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, a 2000 year old temple, and visit Patan City, famous for its fine arts and historical architecture. On return to your hotel you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner and perhaps take a leisurely stroll through the famous Durbar Square , overnight at hotel.

Day 03:Flight or drive to Pokhara: 
After breakfast we will drive you to the Domestic Airport to take a 25 minute flight to Pokhara. During the short flight to Pokhara you will have majestic views of the glorious Manaslu peaks and the snow-capped Annapurna mountain range, as well as the Langtang Himalayan range. Our Staff will meet you at Pokhara Airport and take you to your hotel. It is also possible to take a tourist coach Pokhara via the scenic Prthivi Highway. The duration of the trip by bus is between six or seven hours to Pokhara. A boating trip on Phewa Lake will follow, where you can enjoy the spectacular views of Annapurna Himalayan Range reflected in all its glory in the calm green waters of the lake and visits the temple which is only accessible by boat, overnight at hotel.

Day 04:Pokhara Trekking to Tikhe Dhunga (1540m): 
Drive by car to Nayapul via the large village of Lumle, about a 1 hour and 30 minute drive. You will start your walk from Nayapul, walking through a large and prosperous town, Birethanti. The trekking trail today follows bamboo forests, passes waterfalls with plunge pools which invite you to swim. You can have lunch at the small village of Sudame. After lunch the trail climbs steadily up to Hile, and after a short walk you will arrive at Tikhe Dhunga, overnight at guest house. 

Day 05:Tikhe Dhunga trekking to Ghorepani (2775m): 
From Tikhe Dhunga the trail ascends to Ulleri village up a stone staircase. Ulleri is a large Magar villages situated at 2070m. From Ulleri the trail gently climbs through pasture and cultivated fields. As you climb up you walk beside the cascading river through refreshingly cool oak and rhododendron forests. We will have a lunch at Nangethanti. The trail again ascends this time to Ghorepani, today’s final destination. Ghorepani provides majestic views of Dhaulagiri I (8167m), Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and Tarke Kang (7193m) and other mountains.

Day 06:Ghorepani trek to Poon Hill (3193m) and trek to Tadapani (2540m): 
An early morning rise will take you up to Poon Hill after a one hour trek, This is one of the best Himalayan view points in Nepal. Poon Hill provides an unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas . From Poon Hill one can enjoy spectacular views of Dhaulagiri I (8167m), Tukuche Peak Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and Tarke Kang (7193m), Gangapurna (7454m), Lamjung Himal (6986m), Mt Fishtail ( Macchapuchre 6997m), Tent Peak and many more High Himalayas. We will walk down to Ghorepani for breakfast and then trek to Tadapani, A short early morning climb to the Deurali pass for a spectacular panorama over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna, The trail descends steeply through dense moss-covered forest rich with bird life to Tadapani which provides you a close up sunset view. Overnight at guest house.

Day 07:Tadapani trekking to Chhomrong (2210m): 
The trail drops down from Tadapani, through dense Rhododendron forest. An overnight stay at Chhomrong (2040m) will afford you the spectacle of the towering peaks of Annapurna South, Annapurna 4 with Fishtail (Machhapachhure) facing it across the valley, dwarfing the villages below.Overnight at guest house.

Day 08:Chhomrong Trekking to Dovan (2540m): 
We walk through the forest of Kuldighar . The track winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to the village of Dovan. Overnight at guest house.

Day 09:Dovan trekking to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m): 
A trek of the narrow Modi Khola valley will bring you almost to the base of the M.B.C. Today we climb on past the Machhapuchhare Base Camp (which isn't really a base camp since climbing the mountain is not permitted) to the Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) This area is called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by mountains. From here it is a two-hour trek to Annapurna Base camp, which offers spectacular views. Here you will spend a day gazing away at the snow covered peaks above and the beauty of the landscape around, overnight at Machhapuchhure Base Camp in a guest house.

Day 10:Machhapuchhure Base Camp trekking to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m):
After Breakfast Trekking to Annapurna base camp about 2 hour working through the magnificent Mountain View. Here you stand in the sanctuary, the 360 degree views are breathtaking, although clouds roll in early, and the curtain often lifts at sunrise to reveal radiant, glowing peaks. Rest and chill out at Annapurna base camp to explore around ( if incase you will feel altitude sickness or any problem we will take you down to MBC or Deurali)

Day 11:Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Bamboo (2340m)
Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo ( 2300m) . Today the trail gradually all the way down to Bamboo through Himalayan Hotel and Dovan, overnight at guest house

Day 12:Bamboo Trekking to Jhinu Danda (1750m). 
Trekking back to Chhomrong via same way, from Chhomrong about an hour walking will take you to Jhinu Danda where you can enjoy a relaxing dip at the natural hot spring. Overnight at guest house.

Day 13:Jhinu Hot Spring to Pothana (1990m): 
After breakfast next morning, the trail continues on to Landruk, a beautiful Gurung village which provides you an excellent view of the surrounding mountain ranges. The trail emerges in the main Modi Khola valley and reaches Tolkha. After that we will continue on to Pothana, overnight at guest house. You will have an excellent view of Mt Fish tail ( Machhapuchhare 6697m) from here.

Day 14:Pothana Trekking to Pokhara:
Today we will walk along a paved stone trail through Rhododendron forests arriving at Dhampus (1750m). This village is inhabited by a mix of people from different Nepalese cultures, Gurung, Brahman, and Magar communities. After a rest here we will walk mostly down hill through fields to the forest and on to Phedi. From Phedi there will be a 30 minute drive to Pokhara. During the afternoon you can enjoy boating on Phewa lake and exploring around Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15:Drive or take a flight to Kathmandu:
It is a 25 minute flight to Kathmandu or a 6 to 7 hour drive by tourist coach. As this is your last evening with us you will enjoy a typical Nepali dinner and Cultural Show at a Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight at hotel.

Day 16:Final Departure,:
We will take you to the Kathmandu Airport to catch your flight home.

If above itinerary couldn’t meet your needs, we can design a tailor-made itinerary to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make it shorter or longer.

Price For The Trip:

The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and/or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.

COST INCLUDE:

·         Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van

·         4 night’s accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.

·         2 nights hotel in Pokhara B/B on a twin sharing bed and breakfast

      Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide, and transport by     private car / van.

·         Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.

·         TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.

·         Full board meals during the trekking (meals are choices from Menu) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

·         Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trekking

·         Seasonal fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc

·         An Experienced & Professional Government license holder Trekking guide trained in wilderness first aid.

·         Above The Himalaya’s duffle bag if necessary.

·         Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).

·         Trekking porter carry all personal gear and group equipment( 1 porter for 2 person basis)

·         Food, accommodation, salary, local tax, all trekking equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.

·         Proper Insurance for all trekking staff including porter.

·         All necessary paper works, office Service charge and all Government Taxes

·         Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers

·         Above the Himalaya Special Gifts (T shirt, Pashmina shawl, Trekking certificates and others)

·         Welcome/Fare well Nepali Culture Dinner in Kathmandu

·         All local transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek by Tourist bus/Private car/Van

COST EXCLUDE

·         Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara Aprox US $ 10- US$ 12 per day

·         Nepal entry Visa Fee (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal ’s Airport in Kathmandu )

·         International/Domestic Airfare and Airport Tax, sightseeing entry fee

·         Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, hot water

·         Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet, Camera battery charging.

·         Personal trekking Equipment, travel and medical insurance & helicopter rescue, personal expences.

·         Tips and Gratitude (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)

·         Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section