Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)
Wed, Jul 06, 2022 | 1 Traveller


Start/End: Kathmandu
Daily Walking: 5-6 hours
Max. Altitude: 4130m
Duration: 13 Days
Difficulty Level: MODERATE
Group Size: 1
The Annapurna Circuit trek has a wide variety of scenery that Nepal has to offer, with superb views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri ranges and landscapes.

Annapurna Base camp (ABC) Trekking is also known as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. This trek provides us the spectacular view of the majestic peaks like Machhapuchhre (Fishtail 6,993m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna II (7,939m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Mt. Annapurna IV (7,525m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6,986m), Annapurna South, Mt. Hiunchuli 6441m, and other small and high Peaks in Annapurna region. We will also spend a relaxing time at the natural hot spring in Jhinu danda. The highest altitude we will be scaling during this trek is the Annapurna Base camp at an altitude of 4130 meters from sea level.

At the end of the trek we will stay overnight in Ghandruk village, it is one of the oldest Gurung villages. Gurung are the indigenous ethnic groups of Nepal. Most of the local villages we come through during this trek belong to the Gurung community. Along with natural beauty we also get to see the cultural beauty of this region.

 

Includes:

  • Accommodation during the trek on best available lodges on sharing basis.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis (Bed and Breakfast only)
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during the trek
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Fee
  • TIMS card permit fee
  • One experienced Guide, Sherpa and necessary porters
  • Insurance for staffs
  • Airport – Hotel – Airport transportation
  • First Aid kit for the group
  • Down Jacket and Sleeping bags on rent
  • Necessary private transportation during the trip
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu flight fare

 

Excludes:

  • Personal equipment and wears for trekking
  • Lunch and Dinner in Pokhara and Kathmandu
  • Personal expenses for the trekking
  • Bar bill and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Mineral water
  • Emergency evacuation in case needed
  • Personal Insurance for travel
  • All the costs that are not mentioned in the cost include.   

Itinerary

On arrival at the international airport, we will be there to receive you and then you will be transferred to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel, and stay overnight.

Hotel in kathmandu

Breakfast

On this day we will arrange your meeting with the guide and check all the trekking gear and buy the necessary gear.

Hotel in kathmandu

Breakfast

From Kathmandu, we will take a morning flight to Pokhara. Have our lunch there and then drive to Dhampus and begin our trek. It’s a short walk to Deurali.

Deurali guest house

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On this day we will trek to Jhinu hot spring. In Jhinu Danda there is a natural hot spring so on reaching there we will rest for a while and then go on the hot spring.

Hotel Namaste

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After leaving Jhinu and trekking uphill for about 40 minutes we will reach Chhomrong where we finally catch the Annapurna Base Camp trekking trail. From Chomrong we will be climbing down the stone steps till we reach the suspension bridge and after crossing the suspension bridge we will climb up the stone steps and reach the Sinuwa Village. From Sinuwa after walking through the bamboo forest and trekking downhill for a while we will reach the place called Bamboo where we will stay overnight.

Guest House in Bamboo

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trail is mostly uphill on this day but we climb very gently. There are no such steep uphill climbs. We will cross Dovan and Himalayan Hotel before reaching Deurali. Just before reaching Deurali, there is a landslide region so we will trek a few meters very carefully.

Guest house in Deurali

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will trek from Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp. It is a short but rigorous walk to the Machhapuchhre Base Camp. There comes Avalanche prone area on the way if there is heavy snow we will take the diversion which is a bit longer trail. We will enjoy the mesmerizing view of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Gandharva Chuli. Annapurna III, Gangapurna etc. We will have our lunch in Machhapuchre Base camp. After lunch, our trek continues up to the Annapurna Base Camp which is the highest place that we scale during our trek. From the Annapurna Base Camp, we can enjoy the 360° view of the Himalayan ranges. We can also enjoy the spectacular sunset and sunrise view from the Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna I which is the major attraction of this trek can be seen in front of our eyes.

Annapurna Guest House

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We will wake up early in the morning to see the spectacular sunrise view and also enjoy how each ray of sun makes the view of Annapurna I, Baraha Shikhar, Tent Peak, Annapurna South, Himchuli, Gandharva Chuli spectacular. After breakfast, we will trek down the same way trekked up till we reach Dovan.

Annapurna Guest House

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Dovan we start to climb down until we reach the Bamboo village and then a few ups and downs along the stone steps take us to the Upper Sinuwa village. From Upper Sinuwa we then climb down the steps to Chhomrong Khola and then climb up to reach Chhomrong. We will be staying overnight in Chhomrong.

Excellent View Top Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ghandruk is one of the oldest Gurung community villages. In Ghandruk we will visit the museums and also see the traditional houses and lifestyles of the people of Gurung ethnic groups. Most of the men from this village are in Gurkha Army. It also offers a view of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchh

Breeze Guest House

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will drive to Pokhara in a private jeep and take an afternoon flight to Kathmandu.

Hotel in kathmandu

Breakfast

In this day, we take rest in Kathmandu. In addition, on request we can arrange Kathmandu sightseeing on this day. We will leave you free for your personal activities and shopping of souvenir items. We will have farewell dinner at the evening.

Breakfast, Dinner

We will drop you at the international airport with our vehicle for your departure.

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