Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
About this tour
The Annapurna Base Camp or Annapurna Sanctuary trek is one of the classical and most scenic treks in Nepal. The trek passes through spectacular and tranquil landscapes, charming Gurung and Magar villages, pathways filled with colorful Rhododendron, lush green forest bamboo, and alpine forests truly The Annapurna Base Camp trek offers it all. At the trip’s final destination, the Annapurna Base Camp at the height of 4,130m where you can achieve a feeling of peace and become one with the beautiful nature of the mighty Annapurna’s. The Annapurna range of Nepal is a massif of mountain ranges with over sixteen peaks over 6000m. In Nepal, Annapurna is believed to be the avatar of Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva. The literal meaning of it also translates to give or full. The entire ranges of Annapurna are protected in the Annapurna Conservation Areas which is the first and largest conservation area in Nepal. The trek to Annapurna is considered one of the best treks in the world as you can see the transition of the green hills with waterfalls to jungles, then eventually to barren rocky hills and the snow-clad Annapurna ranges.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Tribhuvan International Airport, काठमाडौँ, Nepal to Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Welcome to the Land of the Himalayas, and also the City of Temples- Kathmandu Valley. TMG representative will be at the Tribhuvan International Airport. They will be holding a company signboard. After that, they will transfer you to the hotel. If you have some spare time, you can walk to the street of Thamel. A company representative will meet you and explain about the trip in detail.
Day 2: Kathmandu, Nepal
The sightseeing that you are going to do, today, comprises the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and they can be categorized as Stupas, Temples, and Palaces. The sightseeing can be personalized, according to your interest, and all the effective route planning for the sightseeing will be done by the city guide of Travel Max Guide by the private vehicle. We will visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, and Boudha.
Day 3: Kathmandu, Nepal to Pokhara, Nepal
TMG representative will come to pick up you, after this, you will head to the tourist bus station. On the way, you will pass through towns, villages, and beautiful landscapes. There are also terraced farmland and rivers. After some pretty long hours, you will reach the City of Lake “Pokhara.” Pokhara is the second-best tourist destination after Kathmandu. It is also the city that offers a lot of tourism activities like paragliding, zip flyer, and bungy jumping. Its famous tourist spots are Davis falls, World peace pagoda, Bindhyabasini Temple, and so on. You will check in to the hotel. In the evening, you can walk around Phewa Lake.
Day 4: Pokhara, Nepal to Ulleri, Pokhara, Nepal
After breakfast, you drive from Pokhara to Naya Pul, the starting point of the trek. You have to walk through oak and rhododendron forest. The trekking trail that you follow is easy and gentle as well as winding and is called the "Ulleri Stairs". On the way, there are also steps, boulders, steepness, cliffs, bridges, and villages. There is also a village called Tikhedhunga, and you reach Ulleri via it.
Day 5: Ulleri, Pokhara, Nepal to Ghode Pani, Nepal
After breakfast, you head to Ghorepani by reaching Banthanti and Nangethanti. To reach these villages, you have to walk through oak and rhododendron forest, and it is in Nangethanti, you will have your lunch. This is how you reach Ghorepani, the village that shows the perfect view of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna Ranges.
Day 6: Ghode Pani, Nepal to Tadapani, Ghandruk, Nepal
Poon Hill is a viewpoint, and it is incomparable because it offers a rewarding and panoramic view of the mountains, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Machhapuchhre. After this, you head to Tadapani walking uphill and downhill, in the forest, and on the rocky steps.
Day 7: Tadapani, Ghandruk, Nepal to Chhomrong, Ghandruk, Nepal
After breakfast, you follow a trekking trail that goes downhill, as well as to the forest of rhododendron and oak. In the afternoon, you reach Chhomrong, the village of the Gurung people. It is a beautiful village located on the lap of the giant Annapurna massive. You will have a lot of time to explore this village. You will also see the fantastic view of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.
Day 8: Chhomrong, Ghandruk, Nepal to The Himalayan Hotel, Ghandruk, Nepal
The down trekking trail takes you to the Chhomrong Khola, a river. This is followed by a trekking trail that takes you to Khuldighar at 2,380 m and to a village called Sinuwa. There are a steep trekking trail and a gorge. The downhill easy trekking trail takes you to Bamboo which is damp and cold. From there, the uphill trekking trail takes you to rhododendron forest and to the Himalaya Hotel from where you can see the stunning view of glaciers.
Day 9: The Himalayan Hotel, Ghandruk, Nepal to Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna, Nepal
Today, you reach the Hinko Cave, Deurali, and then Machapuchare Base Camp. The trekking that you follow goes up. The vegetation becomes thinner, and the uphill trail shows the stunning view of the valley and passes by the waterfalls. It is after two hours trekking from the Machapuchare Base Camp that you reach the Annapurna Base Camp. From the Machhapuchhre Base Camp, you see the stunning view of Machhapuchhre, Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna. From the Annapurna Base Camp, you see the unobstructed and spectacular of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, and other peaks.
Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna, Nepal to Bamboo Lodge Restaurant, Ghandruk, Nepal
The trekking trail is easy in comparison to yesterday because it is downhill. And you retrace the trail. From the trail, you will see the stunning view of Annapurna, as well as other mountains. You will reach Bamboo. On the way, there is a forest of bamboo, rhododendron, and oak.
Day 11: Bamboo Lodge Restaurant, Ghandruk, Nepal to Jhinu Danda, Ghandruk, Nepal
Today also, you will retrace the trail. From Bamboo, you will walk uphill and reach the Chhomrong Khola, a river. From there, you follow a downhill trekking trail to Jhinu Danda. You will have an opportunity to enjoy to dip into a hot spring.
Day 12: Jhinu Danda, Ghandruk, Nepal to Pokhara, Nepal
The downhill trekking trail takes you to Ghandruk. When you reach Ghandruk, you will see the stunning view of Annapurna South and Fish Tail as well as you will visit its museum where you will have rich information on Gurung Culture and Tradition. By following a more down trekking trail, which is easy, you will reach Kimche and then to Nayapul. You head to Pokhara either on a jeep or a bus from there.
Day 13: Pokhara, Nepal to Kathmandu, Nepal
Today, you will drive from Pokhara. As you head from the City Of Lakes to the City Of Temples, the scenery changes from lush forest to less vegetation area. Cross the rivers, streams, and pass through the scenic view of hilly landscapes. You will check-in the hotel. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant, seeing the Nepali dance.
Day 14: Kathmandu, Nepal to Tribhuvan International Airport, काठमाडौँ, Nepal
One of our company representatives will drop you to the international airport in a private vehicle.
What's included
Twin sharing accommodation with Breakfast plan in Kathmandu and Pokhara at the hotel, Guesthouse/ Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the time of trekking, Pickup from the airport and a hotel as well as drop off in a private vehicle, Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu, Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the time of trekking, Nepal Government certified English speaking local trekking guide. ACAP Permit and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Permit card for trekking, Official paper documents Government taxes and local fees, A comprehensive medical kit, Farewell dinner in a restaurant with a cultural show, Trip accomplishment certificate.
International flights tickets, Travel and rescue insurance, Nepal entry visa, Personal trekking equipment and expenses like water, laundry, phone and bar bills, Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from your trip (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary. Expenses due to unavoidable events, like flight cancellation, strikes, and others, Tips to your guide, porter, and driver, Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the “cost include” section
What to know
If you are looking for a tailormade/customized trip for Nepal? Simply you can send us your plan details. We will assist you to make it a remarkable trip. Suggest the best deal. We are a registered tour operator based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our mission is to promote local destinations, work on responsible travel, and help local people and communities to be sustained by tourism.
Route & locations
Tribhuvan International Airport, काठमाडौँ, Nepal to Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal