Annapurna Trek
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous treks in Nepal. This route is flocked by trekkers of all age groups. The breathtaking Annapurna range has been a favorite for many trekkers throughout the years. Along with the Annapurna range, diverse flora and fauna along with charming Gurung culture are the main attractions of this trek.
Duration
14 Days
Difficulty
Strenuous
Activity
Trekking/Hiking
Accommodation
Tea House & Hotel
The 14-day trip starts at Pokhara and from there you drive to Nayapul to enter the Annapurna region. Pokhara is the lowest point on the trek at 870 meters and the highest point is the Annapurna Base Camp at 4,170 meters. Also, you will also need a permit to trek inside the Annapurna Conservation Area. The Gurung community heavily dominates this region, so you can see their influence throughout the trek.
On average, you need to walk for 6 hours a day. The terrain is gentle during the first half and gets strenuous slowly. You visit rustic villages like Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Chhomrong, and Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) on an elevation of 4,000m before ascending to the ABC. From the base camp, you can see amazing views of Machhapuchhre (6997m), Hiunchuli (6441m), and Annapurna (8091m), and many more. After exploring the base camp, you descend to Jhinu Danda. Here, you can relax in the natural hot spring.
You don’t need technical skills to conquer this trek. Also, trekkers need not worry about Altitude Sickness. However, do carry medicines to tackle altitude sickness if it’s your first time climbing to high altitudes. There are many options like Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and Mardi Himal Trek if you want to experience more of this region. Likewise, the best times for this trek are the spring and autumn seasons.
At Trinetra Holidays, we offer a number of services to our clients. We also have professional guides to lead you and make your trip better. Also, we have many other trips across the country.
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport
This drive will take most of our morning time, leaving much of the afternoon to get a warming glimpse of Pokhara Valley and fall in love with its ethereal beauty.
Pokhara is the tourist’s paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of mountains. You can observe the glistening white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. we will go for an evening walk around the Phewa lake.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (915m) 6-7 hours (B)
Morning breakfast we trek for 4-5 hours after driving for 45 min up to Phedi astounding Tolka is our today`s destination. We are able to see the panoramic view of Machhapuchhe, Annapurna south, and Himchuli in today`s journey. Overnight stay at Tea House.
Day 3: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1050m) and trek to Tikhedhunga (1570m) 3-4 hours (B/L/D)
Chhomrong is known as the gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary. From here, you get a grandstand view of the peaks that were visible on the trail. Do not miss the sunset view on Annapurna South from here. Our journey starts from Tolka goes through Midi, Landruk, Samrung, etc. it will take about 5-6 hours to reach Chhomrong.
Day 4: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m) 6-7 hours (B/L/D)
Leaving Chhomrong, the trail descends on a stone staircase and crosses the Chhomrong climbing further on a rocky trail (beware of the stinging nettles!) you reach three hotels at Sinuwa, a check post at (2350m). You descend a long, steep stone staircase into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests. It is then a short distance on a muddy trail to camp Himalaya (2920m).
Day 5: Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani (2675m) via Poon Hill (3210m) 6-7 hours (B/L/D)
This is one of the places, where you can enjoy the view of Mount Hiunchuli (6441m), Annapurna South (7229m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna III (7555m), Gangapurna (7454m), and we will have lunch at Machhapuchhare or Fishtail (6997m) Base Camp (4040m). The path follows through the alpine forest. After a short trek, you begin to approach Annapurna Base Camp (4200m). From here, you can see the panoramic views of several Himalayan peaks.
Day 6: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1950m) 3-4 hours (B/L/D)
Today’s trek includes long stretches of steep descent interspersed with short ascents. After exploring gorgeous Annapurna ranges from Annapurna Base Camp today we start to return to Bamboo passing through the Machhapuchere base camp (4000m). Today, we stay in Bamboo rather than Himalaya because we want to give as much to our clients as possible to serve. Perhaps, today we walk more than on other days. It will take about 5- 6 hours to reach Bamboo. Overnight stay at Teahouse.
Day 7: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2040m) 5-6 hours (B/L/D)
The path is a gradual descend up to a Bamboo passing through forests with varieties of rhododendron, oaks, and bamboo. Afterward, the trail goes steeply up to the Kuldi Ghar and levels quite flat until you reach Sinuwa. The trek gradually descends to the Chhomrong Khola and then you have to follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhomrong.
The last part of the trail is steeply down to Jhinudanda. From the town, you walk down for 20 minutes to reach Hot Spring at the bank of the Modi Khola. You can unwind yourself at the hot springs.
Day 8: Trek from Chhomrong to Himalaya (2920m) 5-6 hours (B/L/D)
After 4 -5 hours walk up to Nayapul we drive back to Pokhara takes about one and a half-hour. Nayapul is the last trekking destination for our trip. It`s time to return to the lake city Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourist’s paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of mountains. We drop at your hotel.
Day 9: Trek from Himalaya to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) (4170m) 6-7 hours (B/L/D)
After 4 -5 hours walk up to Nayapul we drive back to Pokhara takes about one and a half-hour. Nayapul is the last trekking destination for our trip. It`s time to return to the lake city Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourist’s paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of mountains. We drop at your hotel.
Day 10: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m) 5-6 hours (B/L/D)
After 4 -5 hours walk up to Nayapul we drive back to Pokhara takes about one and a half-hour. Nayapul is the last trekking destination for our trip. It`s time to return to the lake city Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourist’s paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of mountains. We drop at your hotel.
Day 11: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinudanda (Hot Spring) (1750m) 5-6 hours (B/L/D)
The path is a gradual descend up to a Bamboo passing through forests with varieties of rhododendron, oaks, and bamboo. Afterward, the trail goes steeply up to the Kuldi Ghar and levels quite flat until you reach Sinuwa. The trek gradually descends to the Chhomrong Khola and then you have to follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhomrong. The last part of the trail is steeply down to Jhinudanda. From the town, you walk down for 20 minutes to reach Hot Spring at the bank of the Modi Khola. You can unwind yourself in the hot spring.
Day 12: Trek from Jhinudanda to Pokhara via Nayapul 4-5 hours (B/L)
For the first part of the trek, you will descend observing beautiful waterfalls. The trail then ascends gently crossing numerous streams and terraces. After a short trek, you will be at Birethanti (1025m) Now the trail gently ascends to Nayapul passing through a forest and the trail follows the Modi River.
Evening you can visit the Lakeside areas and enjoying the boating at Phewa Tal. For dinner, you can have some nice restaurants and visit the live musical pub & club.
Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu 6-7 hours (B/D)
On the way, you will head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin, and Kurintar, where Nepal’s first cable car joins the Manakamana Temple. From Naubise you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city of Kathmandu. Evening we will celebrate the farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.
Day 14: Departure to the Airport (B)
A representative from Trinetra Holidays will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
- Pick up from Airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Two Night 3* hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast.
- Two Nights 3* hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast.
- Lunch Dinner and Breakfast during Trekking.
- Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu by tourist bus.
- Pokhara/Nayapul/Pokhara by Taxi.
- Trekking Permit (ACAP).
- Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
- All necessary paper works.
- All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
- An experienced, helpful, and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 clients).
- An arrangement of Travel rescue.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- All government taxes.
- Last night’s farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.
- Nepal Visa fee you may obtain easily at Kathmandu airport.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Extra night Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)