Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu
- Your tour representative will welcome you at the hotel and prepare you with information and gear for your trek.
Nepal · Trekking
14-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Poon Hill
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Travel through traditional villages inhabited by ethnic Gurung and Magar
- 02 Trek through the picturesque Annapurna foothills to Annapurna Base Camp
- 03 Witness mesmerizing rhododendrons decorating the forest
- 04 Walk beside tantalizing white-water rivers
- 05 See terraced paddy fields along the trail
- 06 Taste Daal Bhat cuisine during the trek
- 07 Dip in the warm waters of Jhinu Danda Hot Spring
Gear up for an adventurous trek through the Annapurna foothills, with outstanding views of the mountain ranges as you make your way toward Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camp. Pass through lovely, lush forests on the way to Chhomrung and Ghorepani, travel through traditional villages, and meet the area's local people. The journey also rewards you with a splendid sunrise view of snow-clad mountains from Poon Hill and a relaxing dip in the warm waters of Jhinu Danda Hot Spring.
The journey also rewards you with a splendid sunrise view of snow-clad mountains from Poon Hill and a relaxing dip in the warm waters of Jhinu Danda Hot Spring.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
14 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Moderate
Accommodation
Included · Standard
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Pokhara, Kathmandu, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Chomrong
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
- After breakfast, we'll brief you on your upcoming adventure and then go on a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu, including several UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Spend the rest of the day at leisure or prepare for your upcoming trek.
Day 03
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
- Drive for about 6-7 hours on the Prithvi Highway to the scenic lakeside city of Pokhara. The scenery along the drive, characterized by terraced rice fields and rolling hills, builds anticipation for the trek. Pokhara is a relaxing town, surrounded by nature's beauty.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04
Pokhara to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga
- After driving from Pokhara to Nayapul, stop at the checkpoint and begin the trek through the terraced hillsides. The 3-hour walk leads you to Tikhedhunga.
- Enjoy the scenery of the Bhurungdi Khola.
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 05
Trek to Ghorepani
- After breakfast, ascend the steep trail for a couple of hours to Ulleri.
- Follow the trail through the rhododendron forest. In spring, these blooming flowers add a whole different level of beauty to the track.
- After lunch, the path leads gradually to Ghorepani, a Magar-dominated village located in the middle of the rhododendron forest.
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 06
Poon Hill Sunrise and Trek to Tadapani
- Wake up for a spectacular sunrise view over the snow-capped Himalayas at Poon Hill. It is one of the most famous views in the Annapurna region. The breathtaking view of Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and the surrounding peaks will amaze you.
- Hike down to Ghorepani, have breakfast, and trek further to Tadapani via Deurali, having lunch along the way.
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 07
Trek to Chhomrung
- Today, walk along a steep trail that takes you through mixed forests and near gushing streams.
- Cross the stream and climb to the next ridge. Chhomrung is a Gurung village surrounded by wonderful terraced hillsides.
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 08
Chhomrung to Sinuwa
- After breakfast, hike down to the Chomrong Khola and climb to Sinuwa (2380 m).
- For the rest of the way, walk through bamboo and rhododendron forests to reach the Himalayan Hotel.
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 09
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp
- Today's trail is exciting, with changing scenery - climb past Hinko Cave and Machapuchare Base Camp. An hour or two from Machapuchare Base Camp takes you to Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m).
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 10
Descend to Sinwa
- After breakfast, make a long, slow descent to Sinwa.
- Take your time and stop for a tea break along the way.
- Cross rushing rivers and pass cascading waterfalls, all while enjoying the gorgeous mountain views.
Overnight at the guesthouse in Sinwa.
Day 11
Sinwa to Jhinu Hot Spring
- Today, enjoy walking through the lush forests and terraced hillsides with slight anticipation for the hot springs later.
- Stop for a tea break along the way and continue descending. The Jhinu Hot Springs are said to relieve muscle aches and soothe any skin problems you might have.
Overnight at the guesthouse.
Day 12
Descend to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara
- Descend from Jhinu Hot Springs to Nayapul to check out from the Annapurna Conservation Area Project checkpoint.
- Then say goodbye to the mountains and drive back to Pokhara.
- After checking into the hotel, feel free to walk around the lakeside and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- From Pokhara, drive 6-7 hours back to Kathmandu via the Prithvi Highway.
- Upon reaching Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel.
- Take some rest and spend the day at leisure.
- In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14
Departure from Kathmandu
- Today, transfer to Tribhuvan Airport to board your return flight.
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Transportation to and from Tribhuvan Airport
- Three nights in a 2-3 star hotel in Kathmandu, breakfast included
- All transportation for the trek
- Local guesthouse accommodation in the mountains
- Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) fees
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
- Government-authorized experienced guide and porters
- Insurance, food, accommodation, and wages for guides and porters
- Hygienic meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
- All equipment (sleeping bag, down jacket, and duffel bag)
- First aid kit
- Maps
- Service charge and government taxes
- Post-trek celebration dinner in Kathmandu
What's Not Included
- International airfare
- Meals in Kathmandu, besides breakfast
- Your personal expenses, shopping, etc.
- Shower and electronic charging fees at guesthouses during the trek
- Alcoholic drinks, chocolates, tea, and coffee
- Tips for the guide and porter
- Extra accommodation and meals outside of the itinerary
- Costs arising from unexpected occurrences (i.e. cancellations, weather problems, property damage, illness, etc.)
What to bring
- Sun hat
- Monkey cap
- Woollen hat
- Sunglasses
- Hiking pants
- Shorts
- Hiking socks
- Hiking boots
- Camp shoes
- Sandals
- Gaiters
- Fleece jacket
- Pullover
- Fleece wind-stopper jacket
- Waterproof jacket
Know before you go
- AMS = Acute Mountain Sickness.
- It is a condition that affects many travellers at high altitudes, caused by a lack of oxygen, and is especially common at heights above 2500 m above sea level.
- HAPE = High Altitude Pulmonary Edema.
- Shortness of breath even at rest, cough - sometimes with frothy phlegm - excessive tiredness, chest tightness, and blueness or darkness of the face, lips, and tongue are symptoms of HAPE.
- HACE = High Altitude Cerebral Edema.
- The symptoms of HACE are severe headaches, unsteadiness on the feet, altered behaviour, hallucinations, disorientation, drowsiness, and progression to coma.
- Diarrhea is the most common illness in the mountain or Terai region while travelling. The causative organisms are bacteria.
- Food poisoning is caused by eating food contaminated by bacterial toxins. Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and similar symptoms are the main signs of food poisoning.
- Cough and cold: runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, cough, fever, headache, aching muscles, and soreness are the main symptoms of the common cold in the mountains.
- Frostbite means a part of the body is frozen, either the skin and the tissue immediately beneath it or right through the region. It can lead to permanent damage.
- Frostnip is the freezing of a patch of surface skin that recovers on rewarming. Frostbite and frostnip usually start in the fingers, toes, face, or ears and spread. However, they can appear on any exposed surface. Frostbite and frostnip can happen once the air temperature reaches freezing.
- Wear a scarf or mask.
- Make sure footwear is not too tight. Avoid wearing too many socks.
- Ensure your gloves and socks are adequate.
- Use plastic bags inside leaky footwear to keep your feet dry.
- Be careful at sub-zero temperatures.
- Check yourself, your body, and the whole group regularly.
- Stop and warm any part that goes numb as soon as you notice it.
- These are the prevention measures for sunburn and windburn:
- Apply plenty of sunscreen.
- Use lip and nose protection.
- Wear a hat with a brim and a scarf across the face.
- Extra care is needed in high, dry, cold regions.
- Wear dark sunglasses or goggles with suitable lenses at all times when at high altitudes, on snow, on ice fields, and even on cloudy days.
- Wear wrap-around, side-shielded glacier goggles with a neck cord to prevent loss.
- Carry eye drops.
- Blisters consist of plasma oozed into a space under a thin skin covering. They should not be broken, as this can allow them to become infected. Prevention of blisters is as follows:
- Keep feet dry and clean, and wear clean socks and properly fitting shoes.
- Any part that is rubbing should be protected immediately with bandage tape.
- Muscle cramp: muscle cramp may be caused by a salt imbalance due to excess sweating. It may happen while resting.
- Swelling and knee pain are widespread while trekking in the mountains. Here are some tips to prevent these:
- Stop walking for a few days if needed.
- Apply anti-inflammatory cream to the affected part.
- Apply adhesive tape or use a knee cap while walking.
- Warm up well before setting off to walk.
- Use a walking stick and carry low weight.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 14 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.
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Single Room
$209.80 — $1,049.00
Double Sharing
$209.80 — $524.50
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