10-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp

Views from Annapurna Base Camp

On the way to Annapurna Base Camp

Views on the way to Annapurna Base Camp

Lake on the way to Annapurna Base Camp

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Highlights

Soak in the sunrise views of Annapurna ranges, including Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I, from the Poon Hill Point

Enjoy scenic views of diverse landscapes, lush forests, and charming villages on your way to Annapurna Base Camp

Relax in the hot spring at Jhinu Danda

Experience the Gurung and Magar cultures and their typical village life

Pass through Machhapuchhre Base Camp

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Annapurna

nature, rural, trekking

Private Tour

10 Days

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English

Description

Embark on a spectacular journey that takes you deep into the Annapurna massif in Nepal, offering a mix of stunning landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and the thrill of reaching a high-altitude base camp. Trek through rural Nepal and soak in the panoramic views of glorious mountain peaks such as Annapurna and Machapuchare. Experience the culture and tradition of Gurung and Magar, as well as the warm hospitality of the local villagers.

Itinerary

DAY 01: Arrival & transfer to hotel in Kathmandu
- Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, you will be escorted to hotel in Thamel by our staff. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 02 : Drive to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft): 7-8 hours dive
- Early morning, after breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and walk to the tourist station, which is a 5-10 minute walk. There are plenty of buses going to Pokhara every day. Pokhara is a beautiful city with lakes and mountain views. It takes 7-8 hours to Pokhara. The road takes you to the narrow way of Dhading, Gorkha, and finally, Pokhara. Upon arrival at Pokhara, you will be escorted to the hotel at Lakeside.
DAY 03: Drive from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda and trek to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 7-8 hours
- After the morning breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, you will be driven to a nearby bus station where you can board the vehicle to Somrang(Jhinu Danda). A 4 hour scenic drive will take you to Somrang, the last spot for the vehicle to ABC trek. You will need to walk around 30 minutes uphill to Jhinu, crossing the longest suspension bridge in the area.
- After lunch at Jhinu, it's an uphill hike of about one and a half hours at Chhomrong. This climb might be the steepest climb for the Annapurna Base Camp trek.
DAY 04: Chhomrong to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 6-7 hours
- The trail out of Chhomrong plunges by means of 2500 stone advances and crosses the Chhomrong Khola on an influencing suspension connect. It is a tough move to Sinuwa.
- Next, we go through the wonderful backwoods to Kuldihar, followed by a simple downhill stroll to Bamboo.
- We go through the bamboo woods, which are soggy and chilly at that point and rise consistently with less steep segments. It is simply subsequent to achieving Himalaya Hotel that the woodland opens up, and we are out in the sun again with shocking perspectives of the cold waterway beneath. It is a precarious move up through substantially drier backwoods before achieving Hinku Cave. From here, we can see the trail drop nearer to the stream before climbing again to Deurali, the most beautiful stretch of the day, and the vertical shake confronts bluffs above with groups of wispy cascades.
Stay overnight in Deurali.
DAY 05 : Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours
- Climb tenderly through a waterway bed, then finish a lofty trail over to the mountainside. The climb from Bagar to Machhapuchhre Base Camp is to some degree strenuous. From the Machhapuchhre base camp, we get magnificent perspectives of the superb Machhapuchhre alongside Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna, which is satisfying knowledge.
Stay overnight at Annapurna Base Camp.
DAY 06: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 7 – 8 hours
- From the Annapurna base camp, we follow our means to Bamboo. The present trek is downhill, so it shouldn't be extremely troublesome. In addition, we will dependably have the organization of the unprecedented scene to brighten us up.
Stay overnight in Bamboo.
DAY 07: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5770 ft) and drive to Pokhara: 5 - 6 hours trek and 4 hours drive
- From Bamboo, it is a tough trek to Kuldighar, followed by a declining stroll to Chhomrong Khola. At that point, we climb the stone strides to Chhomrong.
- The trail at that point slides to Jhinu Danda; after check in lodging, at that point, walk 20 minutes for a hot spring shower.
- From Jhinu, we will drive back to Pokhara. After we register with the hotel, we will then stroll to the Fewa Lake and visit Barahi Temple.
DAY 08: Drive to Kathmandu
- After breakafast at Pokhara walk/drive to tourist bus station to board the bus to Kathmandu. Kathmandu is approximately 200 km far from Pokhara. It will take 7-8 hours to reach Kathmandu.
DAY 09: Free and rest day
- Today is a free and rest day, so you can spend your days as you please. You can go shopping and buy souvenirs for your loved ones back home.
DAY 10: Departure to onward destination
- Departure to the airport with the lovely memory of Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

What's Included

All arrival and departure by private vehicle

Luxury tourist coach from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu

Shared Jeep ride from Pokhara to Ghandruk and Jhinu Danda to Pokhara

Three meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek

2-star hotel accommodation in Pokhara and Kathmandu with breakfast

Clean tea-house accommodation during the trek

Government license holder English speaking guide and his food, accommodations, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine and transportation

Annapurna Conservation Area Project permit fees

Trekker’s information management system (TIMS) card fee

Travel & rescue arrangements

Trip completion certificate

First aid kit

What's Excluded

All meals and accommodation at Kathmandu

Supporting staff (2 trekkers and 1 supporting staff)

Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, sweets, snacks, tips, etc.

All beverages and bar bills

Travel Insurance (essential - should include emergency evacuation coverage while trekking up to 5000 meters)

Personal trekking equipment except what stated above

Donations

Entrance fee while doing sightseeing around Kathmandu

Supporting staff’s accommodations, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine and transportation

Insurance of guide and porter

Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances that is beyond our control

Tips for guides and supporting staffs (highly expected)

Know Before You Go

The best seasons for trekking in Nepal are autumn and spring. The autumn season lasts from September to November, while the spring season lasts from March to May. These are the best months for trekking/hiking in Nepal. The weather is clear during these seasons with blue skies, fresh vegetation, blooming wildflowers, and ideal temperature. The views of the Himalayan range around Nepal are clear. The winter season, from December to February, has temperatures dropping to -15 Degrees Celsius, so it is not suitable for higher altitude treks.

The average walking distance varies according to the topography, length of the trek and altitude. For example, you would cover about 12km/7.5 miles each day during the 7-day Annapurna Base Camp trek. However, for the longer treks in remote areas, the distance covered could be more. On average, you may walk for 5 to 7 hours on a trek in the Himalayas during the day.

Yes, you can trek alone in Nepal except for some restricted areas where the government has made it compulsory to take a guide. However, we don't recommend trekking alone in off seasons when there is a high chance of getting lost in the heavy snow. It is also not wise to trek alone if you are a first time trekker in Nepal.

Being with a Trekking Guide for trekking in Nepal is highly recommended for your safety (especially during emergencies) as well as to get full information about the places you visit. So, it is recommended but not compulsory. Trekking in restricted areas of Nepal like Manaslu, Upper Mustang, Upper Dolpo, Humla, Kanchanjunga, Tsum Valley, Ruby Valley, and Nar Phu requires a guide and a registered agency to go through. An independent trekker cannot travel solo in these areas. Hence, one should hire a registered Nepali travel agency and a guide to get the permit and trek along.

Nepal is a safe country for solo female travelers as the government takes all precautions to maintain the safety & security of travelers. However, in the trekking regions you need to properly plan the trek beforehand, keep your belongings to yourself, and wear non-revealing clothes as a precaution. You can hire a good travel agency and a guide to make your trip memorable.

Winter in Nepal is too cold especially if you are trekking in high altitude areas. The temperature may go below -20°C during December and January. So, it is recommended to have proper hiking boots with ankle support with gaiters and micro spikes.

During the monsoon season (Jun to Aug), most of Nepal experiences heavy rain for a few hours each day. It's humid and wet, and the trails in the lower regions (Ghorepani, Ghandruk, Langtang, etc) can be quite muddy. That being said, it's still a great time to visit if you don't mind the rain — you'll have the trails to yourself, the skies often clear up in the morning, and certain treks offer stone-paved trails that drain the rain and make for easy trekking. Also, certain regions, like Mustang and the upper reaches of Everest, lie in the rain shadow of the Himalayas and receive little rain.

There's no fixed tipping rate for guided tours or treks in Nepal. Nevertheless, tipping is expected—if the service merits it—and it's a nice way to show your appreciation. After all, the guides and porters have ushered you and your belongings across mountain passes and have been your only lifeline (and perhaps a source of entertainment) in remote areas. Your guide and porters are also the people who will ensure you have a memorable experience.

You can buy bottled drinking water in the stores or tea houses along the trail. However, the price of bottled mineral water rises as you head up the higher altitude. Alternatively, you can also buy boiled water from the tea houses at a relatively lower price. To save money, you can also carry a purification tablet or reusable bottle with built-in filtration so that the water from local taps can be filled and filtered for drinking.

Most of the professional trekking guides assigned by the travel agencies carry first aid so that you won’t have to. Also, they are trained in the first aid response in case of emergency. For an independent trek, you need to make sure of this before you hire a guide. Additionally, you can carry only the medicines prescribed by your doctor.

Internet connection is available in most of the trekking regions in Nepal. As you go to the higher altitude, the connectivity will be erratic. Wifi is accessible in some of the tea houses in popular trekking routes. The teahouse/lodge will charge about USD 2-2.5 for a day usage but the connectivity can be uncertain. The popular trekking trail in the Everest region has Everest Link ISP so the internet works throughout the trail in different tea houses and lodges. Alternatively, you can also get prepaid SIM card internet service by buying data packages from two popular companies NCELL and NTC. You can expect 3G service in Annapurna and Everest regions while using this. In the higher altitude, it is tough to get a cellular network.

What To Bring

Packaging for the ABC trek requires careful planning to ensure that all the necessary things are included in the bags. You have to pack light but efficiently, as per your needy things. Before the trek begins, you have to know about the weather conditions of the Annapurna region; it helps you pack your clothes according to the weather conditions.

Clothes: Hiking pants and shorts

Long sleeve and short sleeve shirts

Fleece jacket or down jacket for cold temperatures

Waterproof and windproof jackets

Insulated hat and gloves

Hiking socks, boots, sandals

Gear and Equipment: Sleeping bags, sleeping pad, or mattress

Trekking stick, headlamp with extra batteries

Water bottles and sunglasses with UV protection

Sunhat and sunscreen

Miscellaneous Items: First aid kit with essential medications

Toiletries (toilet paper, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, etc.)

Quick dry towel, snacks, and energy bars

Camera, power bank, and trekking map

Meeting Point

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), International Terminal, Kathmandu, Nepal

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

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7 to 15	/person
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1 to 6	/person
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10-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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Itinerary

DAY 01: Arrival & transfer to hotel in Kathmandu

DAY 02 : Drive to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft): 7-8 hours dive

DAY 03: Drive from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda and trek to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 7-8 hours

DAY 04: Chhomrong to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 6-7 hours

DAY 05 : Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours

DAY 06: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 7 – 8 hours

DAY 07: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5770 ft) and drive to Pokhara: 5 - 6 hours trek and 4 hours drive

DAY 08: Drive to Kathmandu

DAY 09: Free and rest day

DAY 10: Departure to onward destination

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10-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Highlights

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Itinerary

DAY 01: Arrival & transfer to hotel in Kathmandu

DAY 02 : Drive to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft): 7-8 hours dive

DAY 03: Drive from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda and trek to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 7-8 hours

DAY 04: Chhomrong to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 6-7 hours

DAY 05 : Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours

DAY 06: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 7 – 8 hours

DAY 07: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1760m/5770 ft) and drive to Pokhara: 5 - 6 hours trek and 4 hours drive

DAY 08: Drive to Kathmandu

DAY 09: Free and rest day

DAY 10: Departure to onward destination

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Know Before You Go

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