Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

If you are a solo traveler looking to join other trekkers for the trek, we arrange several small group-joining treks with guaranteed departure dates. Hence, there’s no need to worry about your plans being disturbed just because you are alone. You can join strangers from all around the world in our group-joining trek and embark on your adventure.

Note: Please be assured that all our departure dates are guaranteed to depart.

Or you can choose a private trip for you too. In a private trip, you can customize the itinerary, extend days, and add more trips according to your preference.

Note:

• For a solo traveler to embark on a private trip, a surcharge will be applied to the displayed rate on our website. However, this surcharge will not be applied to a group of two or more.
• For private trips, we can arrange departures at your convenience. This lets you select travel dates for your flight back home and participate in any desired activity.

In the tea house along the trek, you can choose any food from the given menu. Most of the food will be Continental, Tibetan, Sherpa, and Nepalese cuisines.

We can certainly arrange a vegetarian or other special diets on request.

Notes:

• If you are a vegan, there are vegan meals available at the tea houses along the trek as well. You can indulge in green vegetables, potatoes, and many other food items that are vegan.
• And if you require a gluten-free diet, the tea houses have meals that cater to that requirement during the trek. Our guide will also assist in preparing gluten-free meals.

A typical day of trekking would commence with a delicious breakfast being served to you at 7:00 am. After fueling up for the day ahead, we would set off on our hike at 8:00 am. We would trek for around 3-4 hours before making a pit stop at a teahouse for lunch. Once we've refueled, we would continue our trek.

As we reach near our destination for the day, which is usually a guesthouse, we would arrive at around 3-4 pm. Here, you would have the opportunity to freshen up and change out of your hiking clothes. You could head to the dining hall for some tea and relax with your fellow team members, playing card games or engaging in any other activity that interests you.

In the evening, at around 7 pm, we would sit down to a hearty dinner. Following dinner, our guide would brief us on the plan for the next day's hike. Then, you could retire to your rooms for the night, ready to tackle the next day's adventure.

We advise you to carry enough cash on the trek to cover your expenses, such as hot showers, drinking water, drinks/snacks, Internet/phone call, power charging, etc.

We recommend you prepare roughly 2500 Rupees per day.

Please note that this amount is for general ideas only, and can vary depending on your spending habits.

Only a few shops on the trek will accept credit cards. Hence, we strongly advise you to carry enough cash before starting the journey.

The ideal seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Treks are during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to December). During these months, the weather conditions are most favourable for trekking, offering clear skies and comfortable temperatures, which can significantly enhance your overall experience.

While the trek is accessible year-round, trekking during the monsoon season (June to August) and winter (January to February) is generally not recommended.

These periods often bring heavy rainfall and snowfall, which can increase the risk of injuries and natural disasters.

To ensure your safety and enjoy the best possible conditions, We (NHT) highly recommend planning your trek during the recommended seasons.

Booking with us is an easy hassle-free process.

To book your trip with NHT, all you have to do is follow three simple steps. 

Step 1: Check out the itinerary on our website or as per email correspondence. We can also further customize the itinerary to suit your preference if you want to change it.

Step 2: If the itinerary suits your preference, contact us to ask about its availability or check our website’s departure dates.

Step 3: We require you to deposit 20% of the total cost and send a photocopy of your passport to confirm your booking. You can pay the rest of the balance after you arrive in Nepal/Kathmandu either by card or cash in US dollar.

In case of any confusion, you can contact us and we’ll reply back with a clear solution.

Yes! Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trekking packages. You must get it before you arrive in Nepal. And please make sure that it covers the maximum elevation of your trek with a provision of a helicopter in case of an emergency evacuation. Must provide a copy when you arrive in Kathmandu.

For reference, you can check out the recommended list of the different travel insurance companies based on different continents. If you need further assistance, we’ll always be here to provide more references.

The cancellation and refund policies are clear and simple. If a situation arises in which you need to cancel your trip, all you have to do is send us a trip cancellation request. And then we will proceed with your cancellation process.  We ensure that the process will be smooth and hassle free.

As for the refunds, we apologize to inform you that the 20% of the deposit that was made to confirm your booking will not be refunded. This amount will be considered a cancellation fee.

We do not encourage our clients to cancel the trip with us. Instead, you can postpone the trip to a later date without losing a penny.

Yes! We offer a free postponement service to all our clients. In case you need to postpone the trip due to travel restrictions or any kind of issue, you can do so by choosing a date that is convenient for you.  

Note: Please be sure to inform us two weeks prior to your trip departure date. This will give us enough time to make all the arrangements and ensure you have a smooth trip.

Our guides will carry a medical first-aid kit bag. The bag will contain basic medications with an oximeter. If you have prescribed medicines, please carry them.

Our guides are highly experienced and well-equipped to handle emergency situations and provide first aid. We prioritize your safety and strive to make your trekking experience as safe and enjoyable as possible. We take the safety of our clients very seriously.

However, if you are unable to continue the trek due to illness or injury, our guides are trained to monitor your health. They will regularly check your blood oxygen levels using an oximeter and carry a first-aid kit with all the necessary medicines. In the event of a serious medical emergency, we will arrange for air ambulance evacuation to a medical facility in Kathmandu. 

Yes, you can walk at a slow pace on the trek. The trekking guides will assist you and encourage you to take your time and hike accordingly at your own pace. 

You do not need a prior trekking experience for this trek. You can successfully complete this trek after the proper preparation. 

Please note that the trek requires you to walk for about six to seven hours per day. Hence, we recommend you do strength endurance training, cardio workouts, and go hiking in your local hills before the trek. We also suggest you add nutritious meals to your diet. 

The highest elevation during the Annapurna Sanctuary trekking is Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m). With this point, you get to pack timeless memories with the remarkable views of the Annapurna range, Himchuli, and Gandharwa Chuli.

Annapurna Sanctuary trekking is a moderate to strenuous trek. As the elevation exceeds over 4100m, it increases the chances of getting altitude sickness. The terrain of Annapurna Sanctuary is steep, uneven, and rocky, increasing the challenge. Trekkers are advised to prepare mentally and physically before the sanctuary trekking.

Diverse landscapes, from the lush forests of the rhododendron to alpine pastures and high-altitude deserts, make sanctuary trekking in Annapurna exceptional. This trek provides a unique cultural experience with local Gurung and Magar communities.

Poonhill enhances the Annapurna Sanctuary trekking with its breathtaking sunrise views with the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. It offers stunning panoramic views of some of the highest peaks in the world. 

Annapurna Sanctuary trekking trail has simple teahouses or guesthouses. The basic facilities are provided with comfortable lodging. Villages in lower elevations like Pokhara, Ulleri, and Ghorepani provide comfortable accommodations. However, in the villages after Chomrong, trekkers have to share one room due to the limitations of teahouses.

The Nepal Hiking Team takes care of all permit procedures to make sure you have a smooth and hassle-free experience. Here are some of the documents required for the permit.

1 Valid passport copy

And 1 passport-sized photo

You'll see one of our staff at the Tribhuvan International airport. He'll be easily spotted as, he'll be holding a “Nepal Hiking Team” display board. In case you have difficulty finding him, please do call us at our emergency contact numbers: 0977-98510 58678 (Ganga) or 0977-9851058667 (Balaram).

Note: Please be attentive and cautious on the arrival outside the arrival building. People here may offer to help you with your luggage or transportation and ask for money. Wait for our staff to pick you. They will never ask for money.

Getting your visa for Nepal on arrival at the airport is possible. Depending on the rush, it takes about 20 minutes to an hour. Please note you need to fill up the application form online before you arrive at the entry point.  

Important Notes

• The immigration office at the Kathmandu airport is open 24/7.
• To apply for a visa in Nepal, you need to have a passport with a validity of at least six months and your passport needs a blank page for the visa stamp.
• You can pay visa fees either by cash or credit card. 
• Please remember that travelers (citizens), namely from Nigeria, Eswatini, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Iraq, Syria, Ethiopia, Liberia, and Palestine, must obtain a Nepal Visa before arriving in Nepal. They are NOT eligible for an ON-Arrival visa.
• Indian citizens do not need to apply for visa for their trip to Nepal.

Please visit Visa Information on our website, which provides detailed information (visa application, visa fee structure, etc.)

We will arrange for you to stay at a comfortable and centrally located 3-star hotel. Located on the outskirts of Thamel, usually, we use Woodapple Hotel and Spa or similar and has easy access to closeby markets and restaurants. However, if you have any particular hotel (4 – 5 star category) in mind, please let us know, and we’ll do our best to meet your needs.

Yes, you have an option to upgrade your accommodation to a 4-5 star category. But, please note that the charges for these upgraded hotels will be more and not included in our package