Situated along the western foothills of the Himalayas, the Annapurna massif contains some of the highest mountains in the world. The gorge formed by the kali gadkari separates Annapurna from Mount Dhaulagiri.

Annapurna is a Sanskrit word which means “goddess of the harvests”. The massif has sacred connotations to Hindus living in Nepal and the adjoining areas. The Annapurna base camp trek offers tourists the opportunity to experience both high mountains and low land villages. Moreover, the area is inhabited by people belonging to the various ethnic groups. The region is home to people belonging to the Gurung, Magar, and Thakali groups. Tourists can get a sneak into their life and unique culture.

Also known as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, it is one of the most frequented treks in Nepal. The trek offers majestic views of the snow capped mountains and beautiful green fields. The path to the Annapurna base camp is lined with beautiful rhododendron forests. As the trek is not very strenuous, anyone who wishes to experience the beautiful Annapurna massif can go on the trek.

The first stop is Nayapool, a town located at an hour distance from Pokhara. From Nayapool, trekkers march ahead to Ghorepani. At Ghorepani views of the rising sun awaits tourists. The sun rising from the 7000m high mountains Next day begins with trekking to Tadapani. Over the course of the journey trekkers will cover Chhomrong, Dovan, Deurali, Annapurna Base Camp and Jhinu Danda.

The best time to go on the trek is Sept - Nov and Mar – May. During summers, the whole trek gets covered with rhododendron flowers. Going on the trek during the monsoons i.e. the period between June to August is not advisable. Group sizes may vary between 1 and 12. The maximum elevation reached is 4,210m at Annapurna Base Camp. The trip length is 16 days.

Many endangered animals such as the pika, blue sheep, snow leopards, tigers and Himalayan thar live in this region. In addition, different species of birds including multi colored Impheyan, koklas and blood pheasants reside in the Annapurna region.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel

Day 02:Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour. Overnight at hotel, inclusive of breakfast

Day 03:Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m) 6 hrs. Overnight at hotel. B.L.D

Day 04:Drive Nayapul (New bridge), to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m) 4 hrs. B.L.D

Day 05:Trek to Ghorepani (2850m) 6 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 06: Trek to Tadapani (2500m) 6 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 07: Trek to Chhomrong (2020m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 08:Trek to Dovan (2600m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 09: Trek to Deurali (3200m) 4 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 10: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4210m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 11: Trek back to Bamboo. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 12: Trek to Jhinu Danda (hot spring). 6 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 13: Trek to Pothana via Landruk. 6 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D

Day 14: Trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara. 5 hrs. Overnight at hotel. B.L.D

Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel, inclusive of breakfast

Day 16:Transfer to Airport for home departure. “Farewell!”

Note: B.L.D = Full Board Services (Accommodation, Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast)

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:

1. Airport/ hotel/airport pick up & transfer by private car
2. Three nights’accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
3. Kathmandu city tours, inclusive of all entry fees, tour guide and private vehicle
4. Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
5. Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
6. One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff
7. Kathmandu – Pokhara and Pokhara – Kathmandu transports by private car
8. Pokhara – Nayapuland Nayapul – Kathmandu transports by private car/taxi
9. Nepal Hiking Team duffle bag, down jacket and sleeping bag during the trek
10. Nepal Hiking Team T - shirt, trekking map and trip achievement certificate
11. First aid medical kit
12. Annapurna conservation permit fee
13. TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
14. Government taxes &office service charge

OUR SERVICES EXCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DURING THE TRIP:

1. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
2. Travel insurance
3. International airfare
4. Nepal entry visa: you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.)
5. All kind of drinks (hot and cold)
6. Hot showers during the trek
7. Personal trekking equipments
8. Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is appreciated but it is not mandatory)

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu
You are welcomed by hospitable meeting and then you will be transferred to hotel. Our airport representative will explain briefly the program upon arrival. Overnight at hotel

Day 02: Trek Preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour
Sightseeing of world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley including, Kathmandu Darbar square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Pasupatinath Temple. Overnight at hotel, inclusive of breakfast

Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m) 6 hrs
After breakfast at your hotel we will depart at 8am; take a scenic drive to Pokhara via the Prithivi Highway (approx 6 hours). While driving we will have many chances to observe rural people & various cultures along the highway. Overnight at hotel, inclusive of full board meals

Day 04: Drive Naya Pul (New bridge), to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m) 4 hrs
After breakfast at around 07:30am, we will drive to Naya Pul (42km) by car/taxi via the large village of Lumle and walk for about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. The trail follows the main street of Birethanti, going through bamboo forests and past a large waterfall and swimming hole. Beyond a pasture used by pony caravans, the trail reaches Ramghai where you will have lunch. After lunch, the trail climbs gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Tikhe Dhunga. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m) 6 hrs
From Tikhe Dhunga the trail crosses a stream on a suspension bridge near the camp site at Tikhe Dhunga. The trail ascends a steep stone staircase (which has about 3300 steps) to the large Magar village of Ulleri at 2080m. Above the village, the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields. There is a camp site for a rest and water stop one hour’s walk above Ulleri. The trail crosses two sparkling streams before making a short, final climb to Nangethanti where we stop for lunch.
Thanti is a Nepali word meaning "rest house”. In the winter the trail can be covered with snow. From Nangethanti we will climb to Ghorepani at 2850m, from here we can see the spectacular panorama of Dhaulagiri I (8167m), Tukuche Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and Tarke Kang (7193m). Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 06: Hiking -Poonhill (3180m), trek to Tadapani (2500m) 6 hrs
This morning, we will get up early and hike to Poon Hill. From here you will see a superb view of the sunrise and a panoramic view of the Himalaya, including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and others. After visiting Poonhill, we will come back to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast, and continue walking to Tadapani. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 07: Trek to Chhomrong (2020m) 5 hrs
The day starts with a steep downhill. Leaving Tadapani, we will descend steeply through forests and then the trail eases as we reach Gurung which is the village of the Gurung people. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 08: Trek to Dovan (2600m) 5 hrs
Today the trail drops down to the Chhomrong Khola & again we continue climbing to Khuldighar at 2380m, where there is an ACAP Check post; after, the trek is a continuous descent to Dovan. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 09: Trek to Deurali (3200m) 4 hrs
The day begins with the climb through bamboo, then rhododendron forests to Dovan, the Himalayan Hotel and on to Hinko at 3020m. The accommodation will be in Deurali, on the ridge above Hinko & is the stretch of trail that is most subject to avalanche. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 10: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4210m) 5 hrs
Today the trail climbs on past the Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) (which isn’t really a base camp since climbing the mountain is not permitted) to the Annapurna Base Camp. Since, it is totally surrounded by mountain. This area is known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. You can either end the day at Machhapuchhre Base Camp or trek two hours on to Annapurna Base Camp. There, you will view the mountain scenery which is even more spectacular. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 11: Explore the hidden valley and trek back to Bamboo. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 12: Trek to Jhinu Danda (hot spring). Enjoy the evening at the hot spring. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 13: Trek to Pothana via Landruk. Overnight at guesthouse, inclusive of full board meals

Day 14: Trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel, inclusive of full board meals

Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel, inclusive of breakfast and lunch

Day 16: Breakfast at hotel, and transfer to airport for home departure. “Farewell!”

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Upon Arrival

When you arrive at Tribhuban International Airport, our staff will greet you and transport you to your accomodations. After resting, the next day you will have a sightseeing tour of the city's most influential cultural landmarks. Before departing for your trek, we will review your itinerary, introduce you to your guide and help with the final preparations for your journey.

Accommodation

You will be spending three nights at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast, normally the Hotel Vaisahi, Samsara Resort or Hotel Vajra. During the Annapurna Base Camp Trek we provide the best available lodges/guesthouses on a twin-sharing basis. Some guesthouses are basic with shared washing and toilet facilities. If you are travelling in a group, you will share a room with someone else of the same gender from your group. If you prefer a single room, you may indicate your preference on request and pay a supplement. Keep in mind that there are several places which do not allow single accommodations during peak season, but we will try our best to accomodate your preferences if possible.

 

Meals and Drinking Water

We provide quality food in sufficient quantities (breakfast, lunch and dinner) from guesthouses chosen from a menu . Tea or coffee is also included with meals. While Annapurna Base Camp Trek, your guide will help with menu selection and ensure that you get the best value meals possible. Although the food is usually plentiful and delicious, you should be aware that the menu is not normally extensive due to the extreme locations. Most teahouses offer a variety of rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup and seasonal vegetables. A variety of cereals, bread and egg dishes are generally available for breakfast. There will also be plenty of snacks available such as biscuits, chocolate and soft drinks and in some areas you will find fresh fruit in season. You can buy bottled mineral water from local lodges and shops en route or you can also ask your guide to fill your water bottle with boiled water and treat with water purification pills.

 

Our Trekking Guides and Staff

Your guide's role is to ensure that all aspects of the trip run smoothly. He will share his local knowledge, and provide advice on how to fill your free time as well as co-ordinate the day-to-day running of the tour - although occasionally he may need your understanding if things do not go according to plan. If you have any problems on the tour, please let your guide know so that steps can be taken to correct the situation.

We are a well-established adventure company and we employ professional trekking guides with comprehensive knowledge of English and all required supplementary crew members (everyone has basic communication skills). We also provide training for our staff, thus enhancing their work efficiency. Our guides are intimately familiar with all local castes and customs along the trails and will share with you many cultural insights that are not covered in any guide book. You will have many chances to learn Nepali phrases and other cultural aspects throughout your trek. All of Nepal Hiking Team’s guides receive training in the following courses.

1. Trekking Guide Training &licensed- Government of Nepal, Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation department of Hotel Management & Tourism Training Centre
2. Eco Trekking Workshop and Adventure Meet TAAN (Trekking Agents Association of Nepal)
3. Intensive Wilderness First Aid KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
4. English Language KEEP
5. Conservation and Biodiversity TAAN
6. Rock, Ice Climbing and Mountaineering (Climbing leaders) Nepal Mountaineering Association

 

Acclimatization

We are experts in operations at high-altitude. Every trip we run has a sound acclimatization program. We created the Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary to allow for gradual height gain spread over a number of days. There is no way of predicting who will suffer from altitude, but for the vast majority of people, a slow ascent will produce minimal effects. Acclimatizing takes time and there are no safe shortcuts. For all trips to altitudes in excess of 3,000 meters, our guides carry medicines essential to the treatment of altitude illness; they are trained to track symptoms as well as administer medications.

 

Travel Insurance

To be adequately protected in terms of insurance, you will need specialized travel insurance for participation in hazardous activities. A travel insurance policy that covers emergency evacuation, trip injury, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment and expenses is strongly recommended. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities that you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal such as trekking and climbing. Our agency can arrange for the appropriate policy based on your trek.

 

Climate and Weather

The climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks take place, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional trekking season in Nepal is late September to December, with October and November generally recognized as having the best weather. Spring is also a popular time of year with warmer weather and the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom. The visibility is good and days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.

The Annapurna Camp trek is likely to have a wide range of temperatures depending on the altitude and the time of day. In the mountains up to 3,500m the nights will be cool, normally around 5 degree C, and during the day temperatures sometimes rise to 25 degree C. At higher altitudes temperatures range from about 15 degree C to -10 degree C.

 

Group Size

We bring together a small group of likeminded people to give them a memorable and insightful travel experience with an invaluable opportunity to interact in a fun-filled environment. Our travel group generally comprises a maximum of 12 members. We need a minimum of 2 participants to run our fixed departure dates. For individualized trips, no minimum or maximum applies. If you would like to travel independently or with your friends, families and colleagues, you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time frame for any number of people.

 

Responsible Travel

The beautiful environment of the Himalaya is also an extremely fragile one. At Nepal Hiking Team, we are extremely conscious about the environment and aim to minimize the detrimental impact as much as possible. As deforestation is one of the greatest environmental threats, we do not have campfires and we use kerosene as cooking fuel. We also discourage trekkers from using wood-fuelled hot showers in lodges along the way. Many lodges, however, now provide solar energy, a far more eco-friendly alternative.

Garbage disposal is another major problem. Some of the busier trails are at times strewn with litter and garbage thrown by irresponsible trekking groups. Our staff members are well motivated towards eco-friendly practices. We carry the non-biodegradable garbage, apart from that which can be safely and easily burned at the campsite. Our aim is to help protect and preserve this beautiful environment for future generations of trekkers to enjoy.