Accommodation

3 star hotel accommodation in twin sharing/double room in Pokhara with breakfast Lodge/Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-shared

Transport

Pick up from the airport and a hotel as well as drop off in a private vehicle

Guide

Nepal government certified an english speaking trekking guide Insurance of field staff, including their meals, salary, lodging, and transportation

Flights

Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu round flights

Meals

Breakfast Included

Others

Permit fee and TIMS card for trekking Government taxes Duffel bag to carry the luggage Farewell dinner in Kathmandu Comprehensive medical kit

Not included:

Optional

We offer the option of hiring a porter to assist with carrying your luggage during the trek at an additional cost. It is worth noting that one porter can be shared between two trekkers. If you require this service, please let us know and we will make the necessary arrangements.

Insurance

Travel and Rescue Insurance

Others

International flight tickets Nepal entry visa Personal trekking equipment and expenses like water, laundry, phone, and bar bills Tips to your guide, porter, and driver Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the “cost include” section

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Day 1 Day 1: Flight Kathmandu – Pokhara, Drive To Nayapul - Trek To Tikhedhunga (1570M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Flight Kathmandu – Pokhara, Drive To Nayapul - Trek To Tikhedhunga (1570M)

We have an early flight to Pokhara from where we will drive up to Nayapul to start our trek. On the way we can see the mighty Machhapuchhre (fishtail) Mountain watching over us. Nayapul will be our gateway to reach the Annapurna Base Camp. After our lunch we descend on to the Modi River and cross. Stone trails will lead us further up through beautiful forests and grassy valleys until we reach Tikhedunga our overnight destination of the day.
Day 2 Day 2: Tikhedhunga (1570M) - Ghorepani (2750M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Tikhedhunga (1570M) - Ghorepani (2750M)

After breakfast we begin our trek towards Ghorepani. Our first obstacle will be the 3200 stone steps towards Ulleri. Reaching Ulleri we can have a 1 hour break for lunch and we continue towards Ghorepani. The trail will ascend and descend at parts, the landscape changes from open farmlands to lush rainforest. Overnight stay at Ghorepani.
Day 3 Day 3: Ghorepani (2750M) – Visit Poon Hill (3210M) - Tadapani (2650M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Ghorepani (2750M) – Visit Poon Hill (3210M) - Tadapani (2650M)

We have an early rise at 4:20 am to climb up the famous Poon Hill for a stunning sunrise view of the Annapurnas. Descending back down to Ghorepani for our breakfast and we continue the trip towards Tadapani. We ascend upwards through beautiful rhododendron forests filled with the nature songs of many bird species. A downwards hike towards the valley and again up the mountain until we reach Tadapani our overnight stay of the day.
Day 4 Day 4: Tadapani (2650M) - Chomrong (2170M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Tadapani (2650M) - Chomrong (2170M)

In the morning we can see some panoramic views of Mt Machhapuchhere (Fishtail Mt), Annapurna south and the Himchuli. Today our trek brings us first through a jungle trail, passing some rural villages we follow mostly the village roads up and down until reaching the village of Chomrong our overnight stay. Chomrong provides internet service and most of the lodges have a facility of hot showers.
Day 5 Day 5: Chomrong (2170M) - Dovan (2600M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Chomrong (2170M) - Dovan (2600M)

The trail to Dovan will be mostly through jungle. Trying to depart around 8 am we will pass various villages and try to take our lunch in Sinuwa. On the way from Sinuwa to Dovan we pass the village of Bamboo where we will stay later on in this trek. Following most of the jungle trails the scenery is filled with jungle, nature and wildlife. Reaching Dovan we unpack in the lodge and stay for the night.
Day 6 Day 6: Dovan (2600M) - Machapuchare Base Camp (3700M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Dovan (2600M) - Machapuchare Base Camp (3700M)

As we climb higher the trek becomes more difficult. Our destination today is the Machapuchare Base Camp. We traverse more jungle trails and cross bamboo bridges, ridges and slippery trails as we ascend higher towards Deurali we climb over the Hinku Cave. We leave the jungle behind and enter a more barren and rocky terrain, chances to spot various wildlife such as the mountain goat or the elusive snow leopard. Reaching Deurali we can take a well-deserved break and continue onwards to Bagar from where we can take a direct trail towards the Machapuchare Base Camp our overnight destination of the day.
Day 7 Day 7: Machapuchare Base Camp (3700 M) - Annapurna Base Camp (4130 M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Machapuchare Base Camp (3700 M) - Annapurna Base Camp (4130 M)

After waking up we can enjoy the views of the mighty mountains such as the; Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhere and Hiunchuli. Breakfast and we continue to our goal of the trek Annapurna Base Camp. The trail is gradually upwards through some rough terrain with different flowers along the way. Ascending more we finally reach our goal destination the Annapurna Base Camp!
Day 8 Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp (4130 M) - Bamboo (2310 M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp (4130 M) - Bamboo (2310 M)

Annapurna Base Camp offers spectacular views of the Annapurna South, I, Machhapuchhere and many other peaks. Today we descend all the way back towards Bamboo. The trails become much more pleasant and we enjoy the downwards hike a lot. Passing previous places such as Deurali the trail is all familiar to us until we reach Bamboo for our overnight stay.
Day 9 Day 9: Bamboo (2310 M) - Jhinu Danda (1780 M) Visit To The Hot Springs
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Bamboo (2310 M) - Jhinu Danda (1780 M) Visit To The Hot Springs

Todays end destination is one to look forward to; Jhinu Danda famous for its healing hot springs! The way is basically the same until Chomrong. From Chomrong we divert from our known trail and hike for about 45 minutes downwards towards Jhinu Danda. The hot springs are about a 20 minute walk from the village and are famous for its healing effects. Overnight stay at Jhinu Danda
Day 10 Day 10: Jhinu Danda (1780 M) – Pothana (1900 M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Jhinu Danda (1780 M) – Pothana (1900 M)

Today is a long but pleasant day. After breakfast we trek towards New Bridge from where we cross a major bridge and pleasant easy going trails until reaching Landruk a scenic village with a few lodges. From Landruk we continue through nature trails until reaching our final destination of the day Pothana.
Day 11 Day 11: Pothana (1900 M) – Pokhara Via Dhampus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Pothana (1900 M) – Pokhara Via Dhampus

The last day of our trek today. Hiking downwards through beautiful forest trails we reach Dhampus a very nice village from where we can see our last panoramic views of the Annapurna range, continuing more downwards until reaching a place called Phedi, from here we take the local bus to Pokhara lakeside city for our overnight stay. Depending on wat time we reach Pokhara we can participate in various activities such as boating on Phewa Lake, visiting the Davids Fall waterfalls and the Gupteshwor Cave.
Day 12 Day 12: Flight Pokhara – Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Flight Pokhara – Kathmandu

After our hotel breakfast and check out we prepare to go to the airport for our flight back to Kathmandu and the conclusion of our trek.

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Flight Kathmandu – Pokhara, Drive To Nayapul - Trek To Tikhedhunga (1570M)

Day 2: Tikhedhunga (1570M) - Ghorepani (2750M)

Day 3: Ghorepani (2750M) – Visit Poon Hill (3210M) - Tadapani (2650M)

Day 4: Tadapani (2650M) - Chomrong (2170M)

Day 5: Chomrong (2170M) - Dovan (2600M)

Day 6: Dovan (2600M) - Machapuchare Base Camp (3700M)

Day 7: Machapuchare Base Camp (3700 M) - Annapurna Base Camp (4130 M)

Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp (4130 M) - Bamboo (2310 M)

Day 9: Bamboo (2310 M) - Jhinu Danda (1780 M) Visit To The Hot Springs

Day 10: Jhinu Danda (1780 M) – Pothana (1900 M)

Day 11: Pothana (1900 M) – Pokhara Via Dhampus

Day 12: Flight Pokhara – Kathmandu

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