Nepal · Trekking

14-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara via Poon Hill

14 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Climb Poon Hill for breathtaking landscape vistas
02 Hike beneath Annapurna and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) in the Greater Himalaya
03 Reach Annapurna Base Camp in the shadow of the world's 10th highest mountain
04 Experience the rich cultures of the Gurung and Magar communities
05 Trek through the Annapurna region's high snow-capped mountains and wildlife habitats

Admire the Himalayan sights on this 14-day trek to Annapurna Base Camp from Pokhara. Annapurna is the 10th highest mountain in the world, a 55-km-long massif in the Greater Himalaya whose highest point, Annapurna I, stands at 8,091 m (26,538 ft). Hike beneath Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), which dominates the skyline above Pokhara, climb Poon Hill, and enjoy breathtaking landscape vistas throughout your trek. Along the way, experience the rich cultures of the Gurung and Magar communities.

Hike beneath Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), which dominates the skyline above Pokhara, climb Poon Hill, and enjoy breathtaking landscape vistas throughout your trek.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Ghandruk, Chomrong

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu.
Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02

Fly to Pokhara and Trek to Tikhe Dhunga

Fly to Pokhara and drive to Nayapul (42 km).
Trek to Tikhe Dhunga (1,491 m).

Overnight at the lodge.

Day 03

Trek to Ghorepani

Trek from Tikhe Dhunga to Ghorepani (2,855 m).

Day 04

Poon Hill Excursion and Trek to Tadapani

Set out early for an excursion to Poon Hill.
Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani (2,540 m).

Day 05

Trek to Chhomrung

Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrung (2,050 m).

Day 06

Trek from Chhomrung to Dovan

Trek from Chhomrung to Dovan (2,535 m).

Day 07

Trek to Machhapuchhare Base Camp

Trek from Dovan to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3,700 m).

Day 08

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp

Trek from Machhapuchhare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (4,135 m).

Day 09

Descend to Bamboo

Trek back from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo.

Day 10

Trek Back to Chhomrung

Trek back from Bamboo to Chhomrung.

Day 11

Trek to Ghandruk

Trek from Chomrung to Ghandruk (1,940 m).

Day 12

Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara

Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul.
Drive to Pokhara (1-hour drive).

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 13

Fly Back to Kathmandu

Fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14

Final Departure

Transfer to the airport for your final departure.

Where this trip takes you

Poon Hill, Annapurna Base Camp, Pokhara, Machhapuchhare Base Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 6 cities · 14 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Airport transfers
Round-trip air tickets for Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu
Ground transportation as per the itinerary
Two nights' accommodation in Kathmandu
Treks as per the itinerary on a full-board basis (three meals with hot drinks and accommodation)
One English-speaking Nepali guide
One assistant guide for each group of five people
One porter for every two people
Insurance for the Nepalese staff
Domestic airport taxes
Entry permits for Annapurna Conservation Area
TIMS
One night's accommodation in Pokhara in a tourist-standard hotel

What's Not Included

Visa fees and traveller insurance
Extra beverages and personal expenses
Mineral water
Personal medical supplies and toiletries
Main meals in Kathmandu
Costs arising from political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, natural disasters, etc.
Tips

Know before you go

The name 'Annapurna' came after Mount Annapurna, the 10th-highest mountain in the world. Annapurna is a series of peaks in the Greater Himalaya, a 55-km-long massif whose highest point, Annapurna I, stands at 8,091 m (26,538 ft). It is located east of the deepest gorge, Kali Gandaki.
Mt. Fishtail dominates the skyline above Pokhara. In addition to these attractions, the area includes Kali Gandaki, the world's deepest gorge, between two high mountains, Annapurna I and Dhaulagiri.
The Annapurna region is one of the famous destinations for trekkers willing to spend their holidays in heaven-like places surrounded by high snow-capped mountains. In this region, there are three major trekking routes: Jomsom Muktinath, Annapurna Sanctuary, also called Annapurna Base Camp, and Annapurna Circuit.
About two-thirds of Nepal's trekkers visit the Annapurna region. The area is easily accessible, hotels in the hills are plentiful, and treks here offer good scenery of high mountains and lowland villages.
One project in this region is known as ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project). This region is also home to copious wildlife like blue sheep, koalas, snow leopards, tigers, and Himalayan Thar. The diversity of birds, including multicolored Impheyan and blood pheasants, adds to its natural beauty.
You will encounter the Gurungs and Thakali people in this region, whose unique culture and religion will surprise you. These people are friendly and open-hearted, and you can get a taste of their lifestyle by staying in their houses and learning their way of life, culture, and tradition.

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