Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 14 Days
Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 14 Days
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Overview
The scenic route of Annapurna Base Camp trek promises spectacular views of the mountains, a close insight into the culture and food of the ethnic groups living in the area, especially the Gurungs in the village of Ghandruk. The route is perfect for first-time trekkers as it is pleasant, scenic, and lined with tea houses. One of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal, the Annapurna Base Camp trek also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary trek is on the bucket list of adventurers. Lying to the north of Pokhara, the famed lake side city, and home to the Annapurna Base Camp, Annapurna Sanctuary reflects like its namesake the glacial basin home to stunning mountains, diverse topography and biodiversity in the Himalayas.
The ABC trek follows the Modi Khola Valley, or Modi River Valley up to the foothills of Annapurna. Along the route, spectacular views of mountains such as Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7555m), Mt. Gangapurna (7454m), and Machhapuchhare or Fish tail (6997m). With its many tea houses and lodges, ABC is a comparatively easy route and can be undertaken by first time trekkers. Part of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project, the ABC route takes you through lush green forests of rhododendrons. Keep a lookout for birds such as the pheasants, langurs along the way. The route also passes through Gurung and Magar Villages.
Trip facts:
- Maximum altitude: 4310m
- Group size: 2-10 people
- Best season: March-April-May-September-October-November-December
- Tour type: Trekking
- Difficulty: Easy
- Accommodation Type: Tea houses
- Arrival on: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
- Departure from: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
- Guiding method: Trekking guides
- Language: English
- Minimum age: 12
- Maximum age: 80
Group Price
- The price per person for group expeditions are fixed based on a group size. However, we have optional arrangements for individual private and tailor-made preferences best suited for you, your family and friends.
- All prices are based on shared accommodation. Please inquire for a 1 guest private room accommodation quote
- Prices listed are not final. Please inquire for your final price quote.
| Group Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 – 5 | 2500 |
| 6 – 10 | 1900 |
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation in Kathmandu in a 3-star level hotel for 3 nights in B&B plan.
- Accommodation in Pokhara in a 3 star level hotel for 2 nights in B&B plan.
- All necessary ground transportation in private vehicles.
- All necessary internal flights.
- All necessary permits, tickets and national park entrance fees.
- All meals during trekking days.
- All necessary accommodation in tea houses during the trek.
- An English-speaking well experienced trekking guide.
- All staff salaries and insurance.
- First aid kit carried by our staff.
- All government taxes.
- Welcome and farewell dinner.
- International airfares.
- Nepal visa fee.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Meals in Kathmandu (lunch & dinner)
- Porter service: We arrange porter facilities upon request. Two people can share one porter. Porter wage per day is $20.
- Extra nights accommodation in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Any personal expenses during the trek like battery charge, hot shower, laundry, extra meals, tea, coffee, snacks, boiled water, bottled water, alcoholic beverages & soft drinks and internet service.
- Tips for guide, porters, and other staff.
- Anything not mentioned in the 'price includes section.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
At your arrival time at the airport in Kathmandu, a nature horizons team member will be waiting to greet you. We will transfer right to your hotel accommodation for the first night. Once you arrive at the hotel, you will meet your guide and get a briefing on your entire tour. The rest of the day is yours to relax and explore around Kathmandu. It is a magical city.
Includes: Accommodation
Day 2: Trek preparation day
Today you will have a 2nd briefing about the trek during breakfast. We will do a complete gear check to ensure you have brought with you all the necessary equipment and gear for your trek. If there are any items you are missing and need, we will head out into Kathmandu to buy them, so you are prepared for your trek. It is now time to relax, and your trek starts tomorrow.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast
Day 3: Fly to Pokhara and drive to Banthanti (2200m)
We will take an early flight to Pokhara. You can enjoy the scenic mountain view if the weather is clear. As we land in Pokhara we will drive to Banthanti in our jeep. Overnight at Banthanti.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast
Day 4: Trek to Ghorepani (2870m)
The route passes through dense forest covers. We will be walking at a slower pace, compared to yesterday’s grueling hike. Do keep a lookout for wildlife. During Spring, the route is decked with beautiful rhododendrons.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 5: Hike to Poonhill and trek to Tadapani(2610m)
Head outside in the early hours before dawn. Bracing the cold wind and walking past the rhododendron forest, we reach Poon Hill, an hour’s walk away from Ghorepani. Revel in the beautiful view of the stunning sunrise cloaking the peaks of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Baraha Shikhar, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Machapuchare, and many more. Spend some time watching the sunrise and head back to Ghorepani. After breakfast, we’ll head towards Tadapani. Passing through dense forest and scenic views of the mountains and paddy fields, we make our way towards Tadapani.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 6: Trek to Chomrong (2150m)
Starting early after breakfast, we will be walking past dense forest areas. The route descends down to the river and then ascends again. The last leg before we reach Chomrong consists of steep stairs. After checking into the lodge, feel free to explore the market at Chomrong. The bustling trekking village also boasts of bakeries that sell brownies and apple tarts.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 7: Trek to Bamboo (2310m)
After Chomorong, the route is lined with forest cover until bamboo, the next point on the route. While you enjoy the view of Mount Fishtail and Annapurna ranges, do keep a lookout for the lophophorus (Nepali National Bird), blue sheep, and deer.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 8: Trek to Deurali (3230 m)
Today’s trail includes a steep uphill path to Deurali. You’ll notice a marked difference in the vegetation as you head higher, with lush green forest giving way to alpine covers. If you’re lucky, you might get to see groups of Langurs huddled together, busy basking in the sun or foraging for food.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 9: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
En route to Annapurna Base Camp, we will stop at Machhapuchhre Base Camp for lunch. Throughout the way, enjoy magnificent views of Annapurna Range, Hiuchuli and Fish Tail. The night sky and the view surrounded by the Annapurna range on all sides are simply awe-inspiring.
Day 10: ABC to Bamboo
You will have to wake up early to watch the sunrise. The awe-inspiring view of the sun slowly cloaking the mountains with its rays until they stand glistening amidst the clouds is spectacular. After breakfast, we trace our way downwards to Bamboo again and stay overnight at Sinuwa.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 11: Bamboo to Jhinu (1760m)
After a late breakfast, we descend towards Jhinu, which is famed for its hot springs. The route is fairly short, and we should reach Jhinu by lunchtime. Settle down in your lodge and head out to the hot springs.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 12: Jhinu to Siwai and dive to Pokhara
Tracing our route back from Jhinu, we head toward Siwai. We’ll reach Siwai by afternoon, and a jeep will drive us back to Pokhara. At Pokhara, feel free to spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu
After spending some time relaxing at the lakeside of Pokhara we will take a late flight back to Kathmandu. Spend your last minutes doing some souvenir shopping.
Includes: Accommodation/Breakfast
Day 14: Final Departure
Wake up and prepare to get on your flight home! Your guide will be with you up until we drop you off at the airport. End Tour
Includes: Breakfast
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Trekking Packing List
Head and Hands:
- Cap or hat to wear while walking in bright sun
- Wool or fleece cap or hat to keep your head warm
- Neck warmer to protect your throat from catching a cold
- Uv protection sunglasses
- Warm wind and waterproof gloves
Upper body:
- Dri fit trekking shirts
- Thermals
- Warm trekking shirts
- Hiking hoodie
- Wind and waterproof jacket
- Down jacket
Lower body:
- Trekking pants
- Trekking shorts
- Thermals and inners
- Waterproof pants
- Trekking socks
- Waterproof trekking boots with ankle support
- Slippers or sandals
- Gaiters
- Microspikes
Other items:
- Strong rucksack or large holdall to be carried by
- Day rucksack to be carried
- Plastic bags or stuff sacks to store/separate trekking gear inside your main
- One or two-liter water
- Personal first aid kit to include essential
- Sleeping bag, 4
- Torch, ideally head torch.
- Digital Camera and a spare battery and battery charger
- Toilet paper, quick-dry towel,
- Toothbrush
- Large handkerchief/bandana for neck
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