Annapurna Base Camp Trek

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

The Annapurna Base Camp trek stands as a classic route within the renowned Annapurna Region. Our 14-day journey offers an accessible trek into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a natural amphitheater surrounded by the world's tallest Himalayan peaks, notably Annapurna I (8,091 m) and Dhaulagiri I (8167m). En route, you'll be treated to breathtaking mountain vistas, vibrant forests teeming with rhododendrons, oaks, and bamboo, and occasional glimpses of wildlife in their natural habitat. Our ultimate destination is the awe-inspiring Annapurna Base Camp, nestled at an altitude of 4200m. This isolated enclave of peaks can only be reached via a single route, a deep gorge that winds through the fortress-like mountains between Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli. Many of these peaks soar beyond 7000m, including the iconic twin-peaked Machhapuchhre, as well as Annapurna I and III, Annapurna South, Gangapurna, and Glacier Dome.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day:1: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Hotel Elevation 914 After early morning breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours. Enjoy scenic views of snowy mountains, green hills, villages and rivers along the highway. Pokhara is a tourist's paradise featuring lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day Day:2: drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) takes approximately one and a half hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 1050 After early morning breakfast, drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) takes approximately one and a half hours. You begin your trek from Nayapul (1050m.) to Tirkhedhunga (1577 m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and half hours. Some people prefer to go up to Ulleri, one and a half hour trek from Tirkhedhunga, for better views of mountains. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:3: Trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.) takes about six hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 2675 Trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.) takes about six hours. From Ulleri, it is only 4 hrs trek to Ghorepani. The trek climbs steeply for first 2 hours and then gently passes through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, both Magar villages. Along the way you can catch views of the Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.) and Annapurna (7219m) South. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:4: Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3232 m.) takes about one hour. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 3232 Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3232 m.) takes about one hour. Poon Hill is a popular viewpoint to see sunrise/sunset and majestic views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), and Lamjung Himal (6931m.). After spending sometime in Poon Hill, return back to Ghorepani for breakfast and then continue trekking towards Tadapani (2630m) which takes about five hours. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:5: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (2950m) takes about 3 hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 2950 Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (2950m) takes about 3 hours. It is a very easy trek descending gently all the way through rhododendron and oak forests. This is one of the popular stretch for bird lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village offering great views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:6: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong takes about 5 hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 2100 Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong takes about 5 hours. For the first part part, you ascend gently for an hour to Ghandrukkot (2100m.) and then descend steeply to the Kimrung Khola (1700m.). The trail then abruptly climbs to Chhomrong- a gateway to Annapurna Sanctuary trek and inhabited by Gurung ethnic group of Nepal. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:7: Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2600m) takes approximately 5 hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 2600 Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2600m) takes approximately 5 hours. The trail makes a descent that involves crossing a small bridge that makes long steep ascent up to Sinuwa. From this point on, you will enter bamboo, rhododendron and oak forests and exit in Dovan. Stay overnight in lodge. Day Day:8: Trek from Dovan to Macchapuchre Base Camp (3700m) takes about five hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 3700 Trek from Dovan to Macchapuchre Base Camp (3700m) takes about five hours. The trail ahead is devoid of any villages until you reach Macchapuchre Base Camp. You will gently ascend through bamboo, rhododendron and oak forests to Himalaya. It takes one and a half hour trek from here to reach Deurali and another two hours to Macchapuchre Base Camp. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:9: Trek from Macchauchre Base Camp (3720m) to Annapurna Base Camp (4170m) takes about two hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 4170 Trek from Macchauchre Base Camp (3720m) to Annapurna Base Camp (4170m) takes about two hours. You will walk for 2 hours to reach Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp is a vantage point to witness 360 degree Himalayan view. Some of the impressive ones include Mount Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna III (7555m.), Gangapurna (7454m.) and Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.) etc. You can also explore the great Annapurna South Glaciers. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:10: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo via Machhapuchhare Base Camp takes about six to seven hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 2310 Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo via Machhapuchhare Base Camp takes about six to seven hours. The trail gradually descends passing through bamboo forests. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:11: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1780m.) takes about five hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 1780 Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1780m.) takes about five hours. The trail goes steeply up to the Kuldi Ghar and then flattens towards Sinuwa. From here you will descend to Chhomrong Khola and then follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhomrong. Another hour’s walk will lead you to Jhinu Danda. You can visit a natural hotspring in Modi Khola, which is 20 minutes hike from Jhinu Danda. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:12: Trek from Jhinudanda (1750m.) to Pothana (1890m) takes about six hours. — Food BLD Accomodation Lodge Elevation 1890 Trek from Jhinudanda (1750m.) to Pothana (1890m) takes about six hours. You will pass through many villages, farms and terraced fields. You will cross Landruk and Deurali villages on the the way. Pothana is a beautiful village surrounded by green forests. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day:13: Trek from Pothana to Phedi and then drive to Pokhara. — Food BLD Accomodation Hotel Elevation 914 Trek from Pothana to Phedi and then drive to Pokhara. The trek from Pothana to Phedi takes about 3 hours followed by an hour’s drive to reach Pokhara. On your way to Phedi from Pothana you will pass by Dhampus village. You will enjoy scenic terraced fields and mountain views. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day Day:14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes about six hours. — After breakfast, early morning drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes about six hours. En route, you will enjoy views of mountains and, terraced fields, vegetable gardens and locals engaged in their daily chores.

KNOW WHAT'S COVERED

What's included in your experience

Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
2 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara
Trekking guide
One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Accommodation in tea houses (lodges) during the trek
Trekking equipment: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags and trekking poles
Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area (ACAP)
Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
All land transportation: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by deluxe A/C tourist bus and Pokhara – Nayapul and Phedi – Pokhara by private vehicle
Insurance and equipment for all guides and porters
First aid kit
Tax, VAT and our service charge
Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
Souvenirs

Not included

Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
Travel insurance
Tips for involved staffs
Lunch and dinner in Pokhara
Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

PLAN AHEAD

Essential trip information

Accommodation

Tea house / Camping

Fitness & eligibility

Meeting point

Kathmandu

What to bring

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor. Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.
General Items:
Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)
Clothing Items:
Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff
Sun-worn Items:
Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm
Gadgets:
Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),
Liquid/Snacks:
Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks
Medical Essentials:
First Aid Kit
Optional:
Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc
Additional items for camping trek:
Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses
Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.

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