11-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Machhapuchhre Base Camp

Namaste! After you arrive in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, we will meet you outside the terminal hall of Tribhuvan International Airport.

After exchanging greetings, you will be transferred to your hotel and introduced to your trekking guide. You can speak with him about the necessities for the trekking expedition. As the surroundings will be new to you, an evening stroll around the lively Thamel market is recommended to help you get accustomed, at least to some degree, to the vivid Nepalese lifestyle.

This morning, you will be picked up from your hotel for a drive to Pokhara on a private tourist bus. It is an approximately 200 km journey westward along the Prithvi Highway and takes about 7-8 hours, depending on traffic conditions. Along the highway, you can observe the deep gorges of the Trishuli River and its greenish waters. The Trishuli River is also renowned for whitewater rafting.

You can also enjoy alluring landscapes, rural residential areas, and green agricultural lands, with the snow-capped Annapurna and Manaslu ranges, Ganesh Himal, and Lamjung Himal forming the backdrop.

Alternatively, you can take a 30-minute domestic flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Pokhara Airport at an additional cost of $120 per person. The flight is delightful, as the sights of the Himalayan peaks are spellbinding from above the endless blue sky. Once you arrive in Pokhara, also known as the "city of lakes," you can spend the rest of the day exploring the local markets, especially the lakeside region of the city.

You can also take pleasure in the charming outlook of the Annapurna Massif and Mt. Machhapuchhre.

It takes approximately 2 hours to reach Sayuli Bazar via Nayapul and Birethati, where there is a permit checkpoint.

After breakfast, we head from Pokhara in a private vehicle. Located on the banks of the Modi Khola, Sayuli Bazar is the starting point of the trek to Annapurna Base Camp.

From here, we will walk for about 3 hours to Ghandruk village (1800m).

We then cross the bridge and trek through lovely green paddy fields, where the cool breeze carries a unique aroma throughout this stretch of the trail.

Finally, we arrive at the frugal Ghandruk Village (1,800m), where we can enjoy panoramic views of the Annapurna ranges. Stay overnight at the guest house.

Leaving Ghandruk, we continue on the trail, descending to the Kumrung River Valley and then climbing steeply to Durbin Danda before heading to Chhomrung.

We then ascend to the village of Chhomrung (2,210m), the region's final permanent human outpost.

We continue along the trail, descending the stone steps that lead to the Chhomrung Khola and then climbing up to Sinuwa (2200m). We stay overnight in Sinuwa.

After breakfast, we move through terraces and forest dominated mainly by rhododendron vegetation on our way to Kuldi (2,470m).

Eventually, we enter the Upper Modi Khola Valley. This narrow stretch of trail leads to Bamboo (2,310m). At this elevation, it is common to see snow during winter. Bamboo Village has only a few lodges, which operate mainly during the peak tourist season.

We leave for Deurali after lunch in Dovan Village.

We continue with a gentle ascent to Dovan (2,600m).

From here, we trek along the Modi Khola through dense forest, where bamboo and rhododendron are the primary vegetation.

Afterward, we arrive at Hotel Himalaya (2,920m) and climb steeply to Hinko Cave (3,170m), from where the trail drops closer to the Modi Khola before climbing again to Deurali (3,200m).

Stay overnight at the guest house in Deurali.

From Deurali, the trail becomes narrow and strenuous.

After 2-3 hours of tiring trekking, we finally arrive at Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) at 3,700m.

As climbing Mt. Machhapuchhre is not permitted for religious reasons, MBC is not an actual base camp.

Stop here for hot tea or coffee, then continue onward to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m), the ultimate destination of our package. ABC is an adorable place that offers astonishing views of Mt. Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Gandharvachuli, and Hiunchuli.

Enjoy the mesmerizing sunset views over Mt. Fishtail (6993m). Stay at the guest house.

Clouds can disrupt the excellent views, so early in the morning we wake up at Annapurna Base Camp with the hope of feeling the mighty Annapurna in close proximity. ABC lies in the middle of exquisite snow-capped mountains.

From this spot, you can gaze across widespread terraced fields, euphoric grasslands, and splendid farmland.

At ABC, you will be rewarded for your efforts with awesome vistas of snow-capped mountain peaks and tempting landscapes.

You will also observe the southern slope of the Annapurna range resting in the lap of the formidable Himalayas. The sight is worth its weight in gold and is unsurpassed by anything else in the world.

After capturing these moments in our hearts and, of course, in our cameras, we return to Bamboo (2,310m).

Today, we leave Bamboo Village and trek to Kuldi (2,470m). We follow the trail first down to Sinuwa and then to Lower Sinuwa through rhododendron forest. We then descend the stone steps to Chhomrung (2,210m). Retracing our route from the Modi Khola Valley, we eventually trek downward to Taklung village.

From here, we continue on the trail that descends to Jhinu Danda (1,500m).

Enjoy the rest of the day in the natural hot spring.

From Jhinu Danda, we set off back to Pokhara in a private vehicle. Once in Pokhara, you can visit various landmark sites of the Lake City, such as Davis Falls, Phewa Tal, Begnas Tal, Rupa Tal, World Peace Pagoda, and much more at your own cost.

You can also enjoy an evening walk or cycle ride around the alluring Lakeside region, a popular tourist hotspot.

A full Nepali dinner will be the perfect way to celebrate the successful completion of your expedition.

Today, you will travel back to Kathmandu by private vehicle or tourist bus. The 200 km journey along the Prithvi Highway offers glimpses of mountains, green hills, towns, and colorful markets along the way. Depending on traffic conditions, it takes about 7-8 hours to reach Kathmandu from Pokhara.

Alternatively, you can take a 30-minute domestic flight to Kathmandu at an additional cost of $120. Once in the capital city, you can spend the rest of your time in this Himalayan nation visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and more.

You can also buy souvenirs and collect memories in photographs, which are not included in the cost.

You will have a farewell dinner with Himalayan Trekking Path.

Today marks the end of your journey and your wonderful stay in this country. We are happy that you chose us to help and guide you throughout your adventure, sharing and creating precious moments together. We hope our services and expertise fully satisfied you.

Our representative will escort you to the airport so that you have no problems catching your flight back home.