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| Annapurna Base Camp Trekking |
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is the most popular trekking route in Nepal. It is the unique experience for the trekkers, adventure lovers and Nepal visitors which combine with some of the spectacular mountain panorama, insight of typical mountain villages, natural greenery forests, and terraced farmland. Located at the heart of Annapurna Himalaya Range, base camp trek ascends through picturesque villages inhabited by local people offering distinct culture, religion and life style. It is the rare combination of long arrays of snow capped mountains, crystal clear lakes, turbulent rivers with deep gorges, cultural monasteries, home of brave gurkha soldiers.
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| Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking |
The trek to Annapurna Base Camp begins from Phedi passing through dense forests of Rhododendron, oak and bamboo trees, lowland villages and rice terraces, ethnic local gurung villages of Ghandruk and Chhomrung. You will get chance to observe the real ethnic lifestyle and culture of Himalaya people here. While walking you will be encounter with large rock hanging over Hinku Cave, narrow gorge and thin vegetation to get entry to Annapurna Sanctuary where panorama of high peaks on the north, contrast of the rice fields and villages makes the trekking picturesque.
Trip Facts
- Trip Duration: 14 Days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)
- Trek Duration: 10 Days
- Trekking destination: Annapurna Base Camp (4130m)
- Trip Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
- Activities: Trekking including cultural sightseeing tours in Kathmandu
- Best Seasons: Autumn (mid Sept to mid Dec) and Spring (March to May)
- Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches & 09 Dinners
- Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu (Capital of Nepal)
- Transportation: Private Vehicle/Aeroplane/Tourist Deluxe Bus
- Accommodations: 2 nights at Kathmandu, 1 night Pokhara & 8 nights in lodge/teahouse during trek
- Price: Please contact for cost details
Trip Highlights
- Sightseeing around Kathmandu and pokhara
- Sunrise and mountain views at Ghorepani Poon Hill
- Fishtail (Machhapuchhre) Base Camp
- Spectacular mountain and glacier views from Annapurna Base Camp
- Natural Bath in hot spring at Jhinu
- One of the world's great treks
- This is the classic trek to the Annapurna Base Camp the world’s tenth highest mountain
- Enjoy meeting some of Nepal's remarkable ethnic clans in hillside villages and along the trail
- Taste of Nepali cuisine with a local cultural show at Kathmandu
Trip Itinerary:
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| Jet Airways at Tribhuvan International Airport |
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters).
Our representative will receive you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Transfer to Hotel.
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| Boudhanath Kathmandu Sightseeing |
Day 02- Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley.
At the early morning our experienced and professional tour guide will meet you at hotel, breakfast and you will be headed for the full day sightseeing on a private vehicle.
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| Pashupatinath Temple World Heritage Site of Nepal |
Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most significant Hindu temples of Lord Shiva in the world, located on the banks of the Bagmati River.Though you are not allowed to go inside the temple as it is strictly for Hindus only, you can clearly see the temple and the activities from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.It is a square two tiered pagoda temple built on a single tier pinth which is famous all over the world.
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| Boudhanath Stupa World Heritage Site of Nepal |
Boudhanath: Boudhananath is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu.It was built in 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings.You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.
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| Bhaktapur Durbar Square World Heritage Sites of Nepal |
Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Visit the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the Royal Residential Quarter of Bhupatindra Malla, famous five-storied temple of Nyatapola in Pagoda style Batsala temple, Bhairabhnath temple, Duttatraya temple, Pujari Muth and Palace of 55 windows.
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| Kathmandu Thamel Street Lights Up At Night |
The rest of our time in Kathmandu is free for further exploration and some last-minute shopping in Thamel area near by your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
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| Pokhara with Mountain View |
Day 03 - Drive to Pokhara (900 m) by tourist bus - 7 hrs Drive
Our trekking staff will pick you up at the hotel at 6:30am and escort you to the bus station. The bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7:30am. A beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara is also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna, Machapuchare (shape of fish tail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect starting point for our trek. Overnight at a hotel. (Breakfast Included)
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| Annapurna Trekking Nayapul |
Day 04 - Drive to Nayapul (1,010m) - 1 hr. Trek to Tikhedunga (1,570m) - 3 hrs
We begin our trek at Nayapul after a 1-hour drive on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 15-minute walk along the banks of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1,015m) a large village with many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. The trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1,495m and after a short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1,570m. Today’s walk is relatively short and easy, a prelude to the trekking experience in the Annapurna region. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking |
Day 05 - Trek to Ghorepani (2,840m) - 5 hrs
We move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri, a large Magar village at an altitude of 2,070m. The trail ascends more gently from this point, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti at 2,250m. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2,460m. After an hour walk we arrive at Ghorepani (2,840m). Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking |
Day 06 - Hike up to Poon Hill (3,210m); and trek to Tadapani (2,610m)
Today, very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill at an elevation of 3,210m, a brilliant mountain range spectacle; this vantage point provides an unobstructed view of the sunrise over the high Himalayas. There we spend about 1 hour, then returning to Ghorepani we take a hot breakfast at a hotel. Then we make a climb along ridges, and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali (2,960m). After that we descend to the Banthanti, then turning off to Tadapani. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Annapurna Base Camp Trek Chhomrong |
Day 07 - Trek to Chommrong (2,140m) - 5 hrs
The day starts with a steep downhill through rhododendron forests. Leaving Tadapani, we descend through the forests and then the trail eases as we reach Gurjung which is the village of Gurung people, with an easy walk to Chommrong at an elevation of 2,140 m. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Himalayan Hotel In Modi Khola Valley |
Day 08 - Trek to Himalayan Hotel (2,950m) - 6 hrs
Today the trail drops down to the Chhomrong Khola and again we continue climbing to Khuldighar at 2,380m where there used to be an ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) check post. There is a clearing in the forest a little further on, from which, the route travels very steeply down a rock bank then levels out, running through thickets of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge, keeping always on the west side of the river. We walk through bamboo, then rhododendron forests to the Himalayan Hotel. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Annapurna Base Camp Trek |
Day 09 - Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) - 7 hrs
Today the trail climbs on past the Hinko Cave, Deurali and then Machhapuchhare Base Camp, which isn’t really a base camp since climbing the mountain is not permitted. Since it is totally surrounded by mountains, this area is known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. Two hours trek from Machhapuchhare Base Camp takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at elevation of 4,130m. There, you will view unobstructed views of mountain scenery, which is very spectacular. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| modi khola suspension bridge |
Day 10 - Trek back to Bamboo (2345m) - 6 hrs
We follow the same trail down today the trail drops by 1,700m to the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2,345m where there are a few teahouse/lodges available to stay at. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Jhinu hot spring |
Day 11 - Trek to Jhinu hot spring (1,780m) - 5 hrs
We follow the same trail until Chommrong. Once we have passed Khuldighar there is an experimental sheep farm, the trail continues through rhododendron and bamboo fields. From Chomrong the trail descends very steeply to the Jhinu hot spring, where you can bathe in natural hot springs. Overnight at a guesthouse. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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| Nayapul |
Day 12 - Trek to Nayapul (1,010 m) - 4.5 hrs. Drive to Pokhara - 1 hr. Same day guided tour of Barahi Temple and Boating in Fewa Lake.
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| Bhurungdi Khola en route from Birethanti |
From Jhinu hot springs we walk at the right side of Modi Khola for 4.5 hrs to Birethanti which can be considered one of the best and the most relaxing walks of the entire trek. We reach Nayapul then an hour drive will take us back to Pokhara.
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| Phewa Lake and Tal Barahi Temple at the centre |
After we check in to hotel we will then walk to the Fewa Lake for our boating trip to Barahi Temple and than back to hotel. Overnight at a hotel. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
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| Patan Durbar Square Kathmandu Valley |
Day 13 - Drive back to Kathmandu (1,345m) and farewell dinner
You have the option to extend your trip to continue onto Chitwan jungle safari, rafting adventure, Kathmandu valley shopping tour, scenic Everest flight, mountain biking and other activities. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances. (Your guide(s) and an office staff will accompany you.) Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast and farewell dinner Included)
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| Tribhuvan International Airport |
Day 14 - Transfer to international airport for your final departure
the trip concludes today. Our Airport Representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal. (Breakfast Included)
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Annapurna base Trekking is one of the moderate and classic treks in Nepal. It is one of the demanded and well-known trekking among the trekkers. Starting point of the Annapurna base camp trekking is from the phedi or Birethathi. Annapurna Base Camp is a deep glacier bounded by a ring of impressive high peaks including Mt. Himalchuli, Mt. Annapurana South, Gangapurana, Fang Annapurna Mt. Annapurna III and Mt. Fishtail known as Mt. Machhapuchhare.
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