Overview

            Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek   is one of the most popular trekking trail, lies to the North west of pokhara valley.   the trek start from Nayapul which One hour drive from Pokhara . This is unique trek in Annapurna region along local trails through of forests, village and terraced farm land. You will be treated to unparalleled mountain scenery, surrounded by enormous glaciers in one of the world’s most fascinating regions. You will gain a unique insight into Nepalese life and culture as we overnight in beautiful hillside villages.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you to 4130m high altitude, where you are surrounded by soaring Himalayan peaks. We experience an uninhabited wilderness area that is part of one of the Worlds classic walks. We take you right into the heart of the mountains. The walk starts from the low land and winds its way up to outstanding high mountains offering breathtaking views of the Annapurna range.

Short Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu.

Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (200 km/ 6-7 hours)

Day 03: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1577 m.)

Day 04: Tikedhunga to Ghorepani (2855 m.)

Day 05: Ghorepani to Tadapani

Day 06: Tadapani to Chhomrong

Day 07: Chomrong to Himalaya Hotel (2873 m.)

Day 08: Himalaya Hotel to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC)

Day 09: MBC to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)

Day 10: ABC to Bamboo

Day 11: Bamboo to Jinu ( Hot spring) 5 hour Trek.

Day 12: Jinu to Nayapul - Pokhara: 5 hour Trek.Over Night pokhara.

Day 13: Pokhara to Kathmandu.By bus/Car/ fly.

Day 14: Depature from Nepal as per your time.

Itinerary Detail

Day 01: Arrival in Katmandu .
AGH representative meets you at the airport and transfers to the hotel nearby Thamel as per your requirement. Trip briefing and welcome dinner in the evening at the typical Nepalese kitchen.

Day 02: Katmandu to Pokhara (200 km/ 6-7 hours) by tourist Bus.
Early in the morning, catch a tourist bus at 7 am.  Along the way you will enjoy the scenery of  Npalese country side that offer green hills, river, farms etc.
After a 200 km and around six hours drive we reach Pokhara; a city that offers us the magnificent view of various mountains namely Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchre and other mountain of Annapurna range.

Day 03: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1577 m.)
After breakfast, drive for one hour to Nayapul which is trekking starting point and trakking to Tikhedhunga.  Today is a bit easier hike through the bank of Modi Khola river, and the beautiful sight of rice terrace.  Overnight at teahouse.

Day 04: Tikedhunga to Ghorepani (2855 m./7-6 hours walk).
After breakfast, begin our trekking with a difficult part for most of the trekkers which is hiking through steep climb to Ulleri, ascending a steep stone staircase which has about 3300 steps.  But along the trail, we will experience the festinating views, rhododendron forest, beautiful villages, flora and fauna and many more. Overnight at teahouse.

Day 05: Hikking to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani (2523 m. / 6 hours walk).
In the morning, we will get up early and hike to Poon Hill, the sunrise view point (3245 m).  From there, you will see fantastic and panoramic view of sunrise above Himalayas,including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail and others. Then, we will go back to Ghorepani for hot breakfast.  Continue walking to Tadapani through dense forest; we get chance to see monkeys, birds and other animals. Overnight at teahouse.

Day 06: Tadapani to Chhomrong (5-6 hours)
From Tadapani to Chhomrong, we make a steep descent through the dense and dark forest to a beautiful village located on the lap of giant Annapurna massive known as Chomrong.  Our route from Tadapani to Chomrong route passes through the west bank of the Modi Khola with descent and steep along the way to Chomrong below the towering peaks Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare (Fishtail). Overnight at teahouse.

Day 07: Chomrong to Himalaya Hotel (2873 m. / 6 hours)
The trail of today is mostly climbing uphill, we descend from Chomrong.  We reach Chhomrong Khola and we climbing again to Khuldighar (2380 meters / 7808 feet) and to Himalaya Hotel. Overnight at teahouse.

Day 08: Himalaya Hotel to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) (4 hours walk). 
Gradual ascending through the river bank of Modi Khola.  We reach base camp of Machhapcuhre Overnight at Macchapucre Base Camp.

Day 09: MBC to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) (4200m) 2 hour walk
The trail continues gradual ascending Annapurna Base Camp.  This area is called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by spectacular mountains. Enjoy with exploring the Annapurna Base camp. (Overnight in Annapurna Base Camp)

Day 10: A.B.C to Back Bamboo (6 hours all the downhill walk)
Wake up early morning, explore the hidden valley then trek back to Bamboo (2345meters), after breakfast you will be walking all the way downhill to Bamboo.. Overnight at Teahouse in Bamboo

Day 11: Bamboo to Jinu. (Hot Spring /5 hours walk).
Trek to Jhinu (hot spring) (1780meters).  Overnight at Teahouse

Day 12: Jinu to Pokhara.
Today, take 5 hours easy walk to Nayapul and take a van from Nayapul back to Pokhara.

Day 13: Back to Kathmandu by tourist bus.

Day 14:  Departure Nepal as per time.
               We will drop you at the airport and good bye.

Cost Includes

• Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by car / Van.
• 2 night twin sharing basis *** star Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu .
• Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu by standered Tourist Bus.
• 2 Night twin sharing basis stander Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast.
• Annapurna conservation permit and all necessary permit.
• All the paper work.
• Trekking Information Management System.( TIMS)only provide Government Register Trekking Company.
• All Transport Pokhara to trekking start point Nayapul and back Pokhara.
• Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
• Tea coffee with meal during the trek.
• Lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek.
• 1 highly experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people), their food, accommodation, salary, equipments, insurance.
• Government Tax and Vat
• Office Service charge.

Cost Excludes

• Nepal Visa fee you may obtain easily in Kathmandu airport.
• International airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Extra night Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
• All the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (and  also Hotel, all the meals  in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
• All the expenses in mountain over than Scheduled because sometime can be stuck in mountain due to land slide, political strike etc.
• Travel and rescue insurance.
• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, Pot of tea coffee etc)
• Tips for guides and porters

Equipment List

Following gives a general idea of the personal items to trek in Nepal. The personal items, in fact, are of individual interest, choice and luxury. Besides, the most important fact he/she must consider is the time of the year, trekking days, region and altitude.

We have compiled a recommended comprehensive list of necessities that will prepare you for an enjoyable trip. The following gives you a general idea of what to bring to Nepal including clothing, equipment & gear for trekking in Nepal.

This list is only a guide. There are numerous options, brands, and versions of each piece of equipment. We suggest you use your experience and the recommended items above to find the best gear for you. Most of the above equipment & gear are available for sale or rent at shops around Kathmandu. However, most trekking equipment in Nepal is either used equipment that was sold by other trekkers or mountaineering expeditions or locally made reproductions of internationally known brands.

Essential Infos

Accommodations

 We provide all accommodations for Annapurnat Base Camp Trek in local tea house lodges on twin sharing basis.  The lodges we choose is on standard of service and good location.  we will provide 2 nights 3-4 stars hotel in Kathmandu. and 2 Night Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast. during your trekking, you will have standard tea houses/lodges/hotels in mountain which are common rooms with sharing washing and bathroom.  We will provide attached bathrooms as much as possible.  But we could not gurantee because in the mountain, there is not possible to have all these facilities in every lodge.  If you would like to have private single room, then you can request by paying single supplement.  Actually, there are several places that do not allow single accommodations in the Everest Region,

                                    Meals

Adventure Great Himalaya Company takes you for The Welcome dinner at Traditional Nepalese Restaurant the day arrive in kathmandu.  During  the Trek, you can choose your favorite meals which are available in the menu.  The tea house where u spent the night, they will serve you, typical Nepali food, different ethnic cuisines as well as all types of international cuisine. We will provide you cup of tea or coffee with meals.  Also you can order different hot drinks, such as hot chocolate, variety of breads, variety of drinks, and snacks but those things are no included in our standard package, you will pay directly with the shops by yourself.  For lunch, you will have  on the way at tea house /Restaurent.  Breakfast and dinner will be provdied in tea house where you spend your nights.
 
                             Our Staff:

 We will provide 1 guide for the group below 10 people.  For the group over 10 people, we will provide 1 guide and 1 guide assistant.  We  provide porters according to people in the group; 1 porter between 2 customers. Our porters can carry maximum 20-25 kilograms.  Specially, all of our guides and porters are from mountain; as such they have geographic knowledge.  Our guides speak fluently English and are well-trained from the government for hiking knowldege and skilles.  We ensure that all our staff are properly insured, equipped and paid for excellent salary.

Every evening after dinner, our guide will brief you about the activities for following day to ensure that we all will have the same understanding and well-planne.

                       Water:

The streams should be considered polluted and whilst bottled water is often available the disposal of plastic bottles is a problem. Have some means to purify water, iodine and/or a fine ceramic filter are the best option.

                 Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness if a serious consideration if you are climbing or trekking in Nepal and it's essential that you investigate the causes, symptoms and treatment of altitude sickness before you travel to Nepal.

                     Symptoms:

The symptoms of Altitude sickness in Nepal are nausea, irritability, headaches, a dry cough and in more severe cases of Altitude sickness the victim may start to cough up a pink frothy substance and lose their balance as though drunk.

                      Prevention:

It is essential that you give your body time to acclimatize as you ascend. If you fly into high altitudes during your trip to Nepal, then you should spend two to three nights at that place enjoying the local attractions and resting. This should give you time to acclimatize. You should take great note of your body at all times and if you feel the slightest of Altitude sickness symptoms then you should remain where you are until these have passed. As you ascend take frequent breaks at each 1000 meters and, again do not continue to ascend if you are feeling the slightest of Altitude sickness symptoms.

                    Treatment:

If you are experiencing Altitude sickness during your trip to Nepal then it is essential that you ascend immediately and do not attempt to climb again until your body has acclimatized. Severe cases may need to be flown out, so ensure that you have adequate travel insurance during your trip to Nepal.

                Travel Insurance:

Travel insurance is very important for your safety. In the event of any high altitude sickness or injury, the cost of emergency treatment and evacuation is shocking. Therefore, travel insurance is strongly recommended for everyone who joins with Adventure Great Himalaya Trekking Company.