ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK 10 DAYS
ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK 10 DAYS
This 10 days Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek brings you into the heart of Nepal's Himalayas from the very being of the hike. With so many snow-capped peaks on the show, it is no surprise this one-week-long trek is high on many trekkers’ itineraries. Whether trekking for a short vacation or traveling with families and children, the Annapurna Base Camp trek is for everyone: the scenery is incredible, the culture is engaging, the teahouse house accommodation comfortable, and hiking is not too strenuous.
From the Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), and Machhapuchhre Base Camp the views are of the stunning Mt. Machhapuchhre, Mount Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8091m), (Tenth highest mountain in the world) and Annapurna III, amongst others. At the Annapurna Base Camp, there is a 360-degree panorama view of the south face of the Annapurna towering above. The Annapurna Base Camp trek trail passes through interesting Gurung and Magar villages and terraced farmland, giving an insight into how the local's peoples of this area live. Also, we walk through the rhododendron forests, passes and over Annapurna glacier rivers and beautiful waterfalls, and allows magnificent views of sheer cliffs with rivers running below.
And of course, the mountains provide an awe-inspiring backdrop! With the highest point we reach at Annapurna Base Camp elevation at (4,130m), and a steady but gentle increase in elevation in the days proceeding, here is little likelihood of high altitude-related problems. This is also an almost an all-year-round trekking destination that fits into most trekkers’ Nepal schedule.
ITINERARY
Day 1 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,50m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Our guide will pick you from the hotel early in the morning and we will head towards the tourist bus station which takes 10 minutes walk from Thamel. We will spend almost seven hours to reach Pokhara. After arriving at a Pokhara, you can take a rest, or either you can explore the beauty of the city of the lakes. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 : Drive to Nayapul & trek to Ghandruk (1950m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
From Pokhara, We will drive by taxi or car to Nayapul. We start walking towards Ghandruk via Sauli Bazar. It might take five to 6 hours to reach Ghandruk Village through steep hill trail. From this village, we can see beautiful Mount Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Himchuli & South Annapurna. Overnight at teahouse.
Day 3 : Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2,210m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Leaving Ghandruk, We will trek through the Kumrong danda with ascending and descending and trek to reach beautiful Chhomrung with a typical Gurung peoples lifestyle and natural attraction. We spend our night at Chhomrong.
Day 4 : Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2,510m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
After having breakfast, the trail from Chhomrong village starts with a steep descend to Chhomrong Khola followed by a steep climbing after crossing the stream. It's going to be a multiple uphill and downhill day. Once we reach Sinuwa Village, we will be following a gentle trail to the top of Dovan and start descending for one hour. We will stay at Local Teahouse.
Day 5 : Trek from Dovan to Deurali (3,210m) Duration: 3-4 hours.
We will follow the trail from Dovan to Deurali is short and beautiful through the beautiful bamboo and rhododendron forests. On the way to Deurali can be seen beautiful majestic peaks will welcome us. We will climb to the Himalayan and stop for lunch and continue another two hours to reach Deurali for overnight. The path leads us between the beautiful Annapurna South in a side and Mount fishtail on the other side. We spend our night at Local Teahouse.
Day 6 : Trek from Deuali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
From Deurali, We pass through beautiful high alpine forests along with stunning Himalayan views of snow-capped peaks. we trek through several spots known for avalanches is not less adventurous and less challenging. After climbing uphill for a few hours, we will reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp MBC for the lunch; MBC is surrounded by peaks in 360 degrees. The trek further here becomes challenging because of the uphill trek and high altitude. Continuing for three hours will take us to Annapurna Base Camp, surrounded by the Magnificent high Himalayan peaks from all corners. We stay overnight at teahouse.
Day 7 : Trek From Annapurna Base Camp To Bamboo (2,345m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
After spending some hours with the mountains, we will take breakfast, then after we will trek down to the beautiful Bamboo village. We will return following the same path. Our trail drops by around 1,700m along the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2,345m. Arriving at bamboo, we can go for a short exploration of the place. We will stay in the bamboo at teahouse.
Day 8 : Trek from bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,760m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
From Bamboo, we will trek to reach Jhinu Danda. We will make a steep ascent to Kuldi Ghar. From Bamboo to Sinuwa, and following the stone steps to Lower Chomrong. Afterward, we will climb up a thousand stone steps to reach Chhomrong. Then after, we will descend through the steep trail to Jhinu Danda (Hiotspring). We can enjoy ourselves in the natural hot springs 20 minutes away from Jhinu Danda. We will stay in Jhinu danda at Teahouse.
Day 9 : Trek to Siwai and Drive to Pokhara (850m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
After having breakfast, we start trek to Siwai from where we will take a shared jeep or bus to Nayapul followed by a private car/jeep to Pokhara. Today is one of the easy days among the whole trek. The path from Jhinu to Siwai is mostly flat and we will be following the thundering Modi river throughout. We walk through rice paddies and green hills on the side. Enjoy the last day of trekking in Pokhara before we start our journey back to Kathmandu on the next day. We stay overnight at the Hotel.
Day 10 : Drive back to Kathmandu (1350m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Today, We will follow the same highway through beautiful rivers, hills, and small Nepalese settlements. The Bus ride will take about seven hours to drop us in Kathmandu Valley. Form the tourist bus park You will be transferred to your hotel. In the evening you can explore Thamel or buying some souvenirs.
SERVICES
Cost included In Your Package
- Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu Transportation by Tourist Bus.
- Two-night hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast.
- Pokhara to Nayapul to Pokhara transportation By private car/Jeep
- Best Possible Teahouse, lodge accommodation (Generally twin Sharing room)
- All Standard meals - 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
- Government License holder English Speaking Sherpa Expedition and Trekking’s experienced and qualified trek leader,(8 or above trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- Strong, helpful Sherpa porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people).
- Coverage of Guides and Porters, Their meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, flight, and other necessary equipment.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) Fee.
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee.
- All government, Local taxes, and official Expenses
- Assistance in arranging rescue operation in case of complicated health condition (funded by travel insurance)
- Sherpa Expedition and Trekking’s appreciation of certificate after the successful trek
- Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed).
- Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) which will ensure your health during the trek.
Costs Exclude
- Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu & Pokhara - lunch, and dinner.
- Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu). $30 USD for 15-day, $50 USD for 30 Days, and $125 USD for 90 Days visa.
- Personal travel and medical insurance.
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- International airfare.
- Your personal expenses.
- All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic, soup, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cocoa, mineral water, extra food, cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the tea houses)
- All desserts & sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
- Hot shower and battery charging at the tea houses.
- Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected)
- NOTE: If you return earlier from the trek due to sickness or any problem, the money you paid for the flight, hotel, mountain room, food, etc. is nonrefundable, and you will need to bear the expenses for the hotel, food, etc. in Kathmandu yourself.
EQUIPMENTS
The following information will give you some idea about what you need to bring for the trek. It is important you do not forget the essential items, as this will determine your comfort and safety on the trek. Equally important is that you do not burden yourself with unnecessary equipment on the trek.
General
- All season sleeping bag and down Jacket (we can provide if you need it, but has to be returned after the trek)
- Duffle bag ( Sherpa Expedition & Trekking provide duffle bag during the trek but has to be returned after the trek)
- A wind and waterproof thin layered jacket (a must-have for morning and evenings above 3,000m)
- Daypack
Upper Body- Head / Ears / Eyewear
- A pair of half gloves
- A warmer hat that covers the ears
- Sunglasses
- Neckwarmer
- Sunscreen (35 to 60 SPF)
- Headlamp and an extra set of batteries
Hands
- A pair of half gloves for walking poles(if you prefer)
- Warmer shell gloves and liner
Upper Body
- long sleeve t-shirts
- Thermal tops
- wool jacket or pullover
- Sports bras for women and girls
- Water and windproof shell jacket
Lower Body
- Thermal underwear (especially trousers)
- windproof and waterproof trousers
- warmer trousers
- Comfortable trekking pants
- Extra casual sport pants
Footwear
- A pair of good waterproof trekking boots
- Pair of sandals
- 4-5 pairs of woolen socks
- Sock liners
- Light shoes and sneakers
- First Aid Kits and Medicines
- Assorted adhesive bandages (fabric preferred)
- Blister treatment cream or similar
- Insect / anti-itch ointment
- Ibuprofen or other pain-relief medication
- Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness)
- Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
- Water purifying pills
(Note our company guide will carry the medicines and first aid kits during the trek. However, we recommend you bring your personal first-aid kit as well)
Miscellaneous - but must useful on the trek
- 4 passport size photos with original passport
- Water bottle & filter
- Flight details (please make a copy and leave one pic at our office in KTM because in case you want to change your flight date)
- Bathroom kit (conform, should be included toilet paper, plastic bags, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.)
Extra things
- Comfortable trekking poles
- Quality energy dry foods (up to you)
- Power bank and music players
- Camera (memory card, chargers, and extra batteries)
GOOD TO KNOW
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu. During the trek, we will be staying at lodges/ teahouses. You may find comfort and better quality teahouses - having attached bathroom at lower levels- until you reach higher elevations, where the accommodation is more basic with bare necessities.
Meals during the trek
In Kathmandu, your hotel includes breakfast, whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the trek. A staple food of these regions is potatoes, oats, buckwheat, Sherpa stew and Tibetan bread. Sherpa’s’ started farming potatoes when the first seeds were introduced to the region in the early 90s. There is a limited choice of food at higher elevations and except many potato dishes. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates – an excellent source of energy needed at high altitudes.
Transportation
We use a private car for sightseeing and for the airport to hotel pick and drop off. We use public transportation or local buses during the trek.
Physical fitness
This can be a challenging trek where you often have to walk 6-7 hours a day. You don’t need past experience of hiking or trekking but if you have done any kind of trekking activities then it is always a plus! We have met people from all walks of life, shapes and sizes who have completed the trek. The only difficult part is when altitude sickness strikes and the effect that it can have on your body. Before leaving for Nepal it is good if you can prepare yourself physically by increasing your stamina and oxygen intake.
Remember – The better prepared – the more enjoyable your trek!
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FAQS
What is the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a popular trekking route in Nepal that takes you to the base camp of Mount Annapurna, one of the highest peaks in the world. It offers breathtaking views of the Annapurna range and allows you to experience the unique culture and hospitality of the local communities.
How long is the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The duration of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek can vary depending on the specific itinerary and trekking agency. Typically, it takes around 5-14 days to complete the trek. This includes the trekking days and acclimatization/rest days.
What is the best time to do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The best time to do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months offer pleasant weather, clear skies, and favorable trekking conditions. However, the trek can be done throughout the year, with the exception of the monsoon season (June to August) when the trail can be muddy and prone to landslides.
Do I need a permit for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
Yes, you will need a TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card and an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) to do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. These permits can be obtained in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
What is the difficulty level of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is considered to be a moderately challenging trek. It involves walking for several hours each day on varied terrain, including uphill and downhill sections. A reasonable level of fitness and prior trekking experience are recommended.
What is the maximum altitude reached during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The maximum altitude reached during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is Annapurna Base Camp, which stands at an elevation of 4,130 meters (13,550 feet).
What are the accommodation and food options during the trek?
Accommodation during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is usually in basic teahouses or lodges along the trail. These provide simple rooms with shared facilities. As for food, you can expect to find a variety of Nepali and international dishes, including dal bhat (rice and lentil soup), momo (dumplings), and noodles.
Is a guide necessary for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
While it is not mandatory to hire a guide for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it is highly recommended, especially if you are not familiar with the area or have limited trekking experience. A guide can provide valuable insights, help with navigation, and ensure your safety throughout the trek.
What should I pack for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
Some essential items to pack for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek include sturdy trekking shoes, warm clothing, a good-quality backpack, a sleeping bag, a water bottle, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a first aid kit.
Can I combine the Annapurna Base Camp Trek with other treks in the region?
Yes, it is possible to combine the Annapurna Base Camp Trek with other treks in the Annapurna region, such as the Poon Hill Trek or the Mardi Himal Trek. This allows you to explore more of the stunning landscapes and cultural diversity of the area.
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Sara Zacks
United States
January 1, 2024
Highly Recommended!!!
I recommend this trek for anyone who enjoys fabulous scenery and breathtaking views. Parts of the trek are demanding but your efforts are rewarded. We enjoyed an awesome trek! Everything was well prepared, so we did not have to take care of anything. Our guide and porter were both very nice and friendly. The trek route is simply beautiful. Our experience was great, the trekking was beautiful and the guide, Dorje , was fantastic, very friendly and professional. The view is amazing and the mountain gorgeous.
Win Selena
Australia
December 19, 2023
An outstanding experience
This trek is the 1st ever trek I've ever done in my life. Without my guide Dorje I would have definitely quit this trek on my 2nd day itself. The guide who educated me well on all aspects regarding the trek from start to end and my porter who made sure my bags were at the right place even before I arrived. Overall, it was a great trek made possible by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking
Agbigbe Tunde
Australia
December 11, 2023
Wonderful expérience, highly recommend
Amazing ABC Trek" We had an amazing time doing ABC trek. With sherpa Expedition & Trekking our guide Ram was very experienced and made sure we acclimitised well before the pass. While others were resting at the tea house, we were practicing 900 ascent. He always made sure we had good rooms and always ordered our dinner early so we could eat earlier. He also made many adjustments to the itinerary according to our pace and our request to jeep the dirt road on the way back. Our porter guide was also very experienced and observant. He was also always in the kitchen helping with making our meals, which I never saw other porters do. We will definitely trek with them again when we come back to Nepal!More.
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