15-Day Trek To Annapurna Base Camp Via Poon Hill From Kathmandu
Description
Embark on an exciting trek to explore the Annapurna region and see a combination of long arrays of snow-capped mountains, crystal clear lakes, turbulent rivers with deep gorges, along with Buddhist monasteries. Start your trek from Nayapul, reach the top via Poon Hill, and take in the panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges. Also, enjoy a full day sightseeing of the best of Kathmandu.
Highlights
- Trek to the Annapurna Base Camp
- Soak in the magical views from the top
- Pass through several rivers, lakes and monasteries
- Full-day sightseeing in Kathmandu
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Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu expand_more
Arrive at the international airport in Kathmandu and proceed to a hotel in Thamel.
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Day 2: Sightseeng in Kathmandu expand_more
- Proceed to Kathmandu for sightseeing.
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Day 3: Drive to Pokhara expand_more
- Drive to Pokhara (200 km. 6/7 hours driving) by tourist bus at 7:00 am from Kantipath.
Stay overnight at a selected hotel near the lake.
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Day 4: Drive to Nayapul & Trek to Tikhedunga expand_more
- Drive to Nayapul (42 km. 2 hours driving by public bus)
- Trek to Tikhedunga (1520 mtr. 3 ½ hours walking)
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani expand_more
- Trek to Ghorepani (2853 mtr. 6/7 hours walking)
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 6: Visiting Poon Hill expand_more
- Visit Poon Hill early in the morning; 45 minutes
- Trek to Tadapani (1920 mtr. 5 hours walking)
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 7: Trek to Chhomrong expand_more
- Trek to Chhomrong (1920 mtr. 5 hours walking).
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 8: Trek to Dovan expand_more
- Trek to Dovan (5 hours walking) 2505 meters.
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 9: Trek to MBC expand_more
- Trek to MBC (3700 mtr 4/5 hours walking).
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 10: Trek to ABC expand_more
- Trek to ABC (4130 mtr 2/3 hours walking).
- Trek back to Deurali.
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 11: Back to Chhomrong expand_more
- Trek back to Chhomrong (7 hours walking).
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 12: Back to Ghandrung expand_more
- Trek back to Ghandrung (5 hours walking).
Stay overnight at the lodge.
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Day 13: Back to Nayapul expand_more
- Trek back to Nayapul (7 hours walk)
- Drive to Pokhara.
Stay overnight at a hotel at Pokhara.
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Day 14: Fly/Drive to Kathmandu expand_more
- Drive to Kathmandu (200 km. 6/7 hours driving) by tourist bus at 7:30 am from Pokhara.
Stay overnight at a selected hotel in Kathmandu.
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Day 15: Departure expand_more
Departure to the International Airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
Airport - Hotel - airport transportation by car
3-night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu. (A/C Room sharing double bed, Televisions, clean bathroom 24 hours hot showers)
Full day sightseeing with professional tour guide
Hotel to the airport by taxi
Both way flight tickets - Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu
One English speaking Nepali guide
Italian, Chinese, Nepali, Indian & European meals three times a day (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Tea or coffee three times a day
Clean Lodge en route
Airport tax
National park entrance permits, TIMS card permit
Guide's and porter's food, lodge, flight, insurance, equipment, salary
We will provide you transport to International Tribhuvan Airport
What's Excluded
Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu
Soft and hard table drinks such as coke, beer, mineral water during the trek
Personal Insurance
Tips
Know before you go
Annapurna base camp - Annapurna sanctuary is a very popular trekking destination for Nepal visitors. It starts from Nayapul after reaching Pokhara. There are only a few places in the world with such a splendid variety of natural beauty as the Annapurna region. It is a rare combination of long arrays of snow-capped mountains, crystal clear lakes, turbulent rivers with deep gorges, Buddhist monasteries, home of famous Gorkha soldiers and other friendly ethnic groups, and hot springs beautiful villages in this area.
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is a moderate trek. It starts with a short drive to Nayapul from Pokhara. It takes you to the Annapurna sanctuary to stamp your footprint at 4130m of the Mt. Annapurna base camp via Ghorepani Poon Hill, Tadapani, Chhomrong, Dovan. Admire one of the most magnificent Himalayan views and white peaks in the world as you pass through fascinating traditional villages of Gurung, Magar, Thakali and Rhododendron forest with the towering snowy peaks in the background. The return trip is even more interesting as it follows the different ridges and Jhinu Hot spring, where you will enjoy having a bath.
The Annapurna Base Camp trek will be even more interesting in spring as the whole forest along the trail turns red, pink and white with rhododendron flowers.
This trip can be made any time of the year.
Meeting Point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
1 To 4 | USD 690 Per Person |
This is a group tour |