Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek is the source of entertainment and recreation forthe travellers on the earth. The ABC trek leads you along with the foothills of Annapurna & Machhapuchhre ranges. On the way, you can enjoy a lot by the captivating sights of surrounding. The Annapurna region covers such landscapes and series of peaks that you can feel as if you get rid of all troubles in mind after reaching there.
The trek sets off from Nayapul through communities of cultural rich such as Tikhedhoonga, Ghorepaani, Tadapaani, Chhomroong, Deurali and so forth. The journey, amidst the amalgamation of greenery and colorful hillsides with the breathtaking sights of rhododendron forest, is highly admirable. Everyone can be enthralled being there amidst the paddy fields, temples, waterfalls and enormous glaciers. Looking snowcapped picks from the Poonhill adds extra recreation and separate entertainment.
Annapurna Base Camp is situated in a mountainous region in the north part of Nepal that containsseries of summits, including the 10th highest peak Annapurna I. Annapurna Conservation Area, the first and large conservation area of Nepal, has covered thirteen peaks above 8000 m altitude. Mt. Annapurna I is one of the most precarious mountain ranges in the world and is also adventurous and stirring. Hence, ABC trekking has long been the true destination for the adventure lovers.
ABC trekking may consist of a package sharing the peaks like Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Machapuchare, and Mt. Hiuchuli. It is an amazing triumph to get ABC. Specially, the tea houses, the direct interactions with locals and views of natural sites are enough to make a wonderful experience since it is adorned by the nature with enticing snowy mountains. The waterfalls and hot water springs that are sure to heal the physical exhaustion and provide psychological solace to the travelers.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
You will meet Actual Adventure representative at the arrival gate of International Airport who takes you to your hotel. Today you will meet your trekking guide and be concise about your daily activities. At evening you will enjoy a welcome dinner organized by our company and stay at the hotel at night.
Accommodation: 3 star level hotel
Meal: Welcome dinner
Day 2: Fly to Pokhara and Trek to Ghandruk 6 hours
You will take a morning flight to Pokhara. After reaching in Pokhara, you will roam around Pokhara valley and finally trek to Ghandruk (1940m/6360 ft) which will take about six hours. Overnight at hotel
Accommodation: Local Hotel
Meal: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 3: Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m)
You will trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m) which will take about 5 hours. While trekking, you can have a view of peak of Annapurna South above the village and the view of Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre) facing across the valley. Overnight in Chhomrong
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 4: Chhomrong to Dovan (2580m)
You will trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2580m/8460ft) which will take about 6 hours. The trail passes through a thick and dark rhododendron forest up to Khuldighar. Then, you have to descend long and steep stone steps into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests through which we reach Doban shortly. Overnight in Dovan
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 5: Doban to Deurali (3230m)
You will trek from Doban to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft) which will take about 4 hours. Overnight in Deurali
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 6: Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
Today, you will trek from Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft) which will take about 3-4 hours. Overnight at hotel
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 7: Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)
Then in this day you will trek from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) which will take about 2-3 hours. Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m)
After breakfast, you start descending from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo which will take about six hours and you descend through Machhapuchhre Base Camp, Deurali, and Dovan until we finally reach Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 9: Bamboo to New Bredgenor Jhinu Dada (1760m)
Then you will trek back from Bamboo to New Bridge or Jhinu Dada (1760m/5770 ft) which will take about 6 hrs. Overnight at Jhinu Dada
Accommodation: Local Guest House,Hotel or Lodge
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 10: Jhinu Dada to Naya Pul to Pokhara to Kathmandu
Then in this day you will trek from Jhinu Dada to Naya pul for about 6 hrs and drive to Pokhara for about 1 hr and finally fly to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu
Accommodation: Three Star Level Hotel
Meal: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
Day 11: Departure from Kathmandu
After Breakfast, you will be free until Departure. Then you will be taken to Kathmandu Airport by our representative. We hope that we provide you our best service and want to see you again with your family, relative, co-workers and friends.
Accommodation: Breakfast,lunch,Dinner Based on Flight time
Meal: Car/Jeep/Van/Bus
What is included?
- Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu)
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
- Trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map are yours to take
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
- Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
- All government and local taxes
What is not included?
- Nepalese visa fee
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Excess baggage charges
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)