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Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek
Annapurna, Gandaki, Nepal
Duration
9 days 10 nightsTour Type
Trekking NepalMin Travelers
1 PeopleMaximum Travelers
16 PeopleOverview
Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the popular trails in Nepal. It is located in western development region of Nepal. There are two high mountains above 8000m Mt. Dhaulagiri & Mt. Annapurna including several other mountains & peaks.The trek begins from Jhinu & we reach to the beautiful village Chhomrong etc You will experiment beautiful mountains like Machhapuchre, Annapurna south, Himchuli, Gandarvachuli, Singachuli, Annapurna I etc.from you closer at Base Camp.The trek offers a mix of cultural experience & natural beauty.
TREK HIGHLIGHTS
- Panaromic view of various mountains from Annapurna Base Camp. (4130m)
- Exploration of Gurung culture in villages like Sinuwa, Himalaya, Bamboo Chhomrong etc
- Visit through stunning rhododendron & bamboo forests.
- Experiment suspension bridge & mountain river.
- Witness variety of vegetations from tropical forest to alpine.
- Relaxing on natural hot spring at Jhinu Dada.
Things you need to bring:
- Clothing
- Thermal base layers
- Warm fleece
- Down jacket
- (Gore-Tex) jacket /windproof
- Lightweight T-shirts
- Trekking paints
- Moisture- wicking underwears
- Warm wool ®ular socks
- Footwear
- Trekking boots
- Camp shoes/slippers
ACCESSORIES
- Sunglasses (UV-protection)
- Warm hat & Buff
- Gloves inner liners + insulated outer gloves
- Power Bank (solar optional)
- Gear
- Backpack
- Trekking Poles
- Headlamp
- Water Bottles
- Water purification tablets
- Micro Spikes ( depends on which season trek)
NOTE
You can rent sleeping bag (optional) & down Jackets in Kathmandu.However you'll need to purchase other clothing & gears
Included
- Airport pickup & drop in private vehicle.
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara & Pokhara to Kathmandu on a tourist bus.
- B & B plan accommodation in Pokhara (Bed & Breakfast).
- Pokhara to Jhinu & Jhinu to Pokhara by private jeep.
- An experienced & registered guide with insurance, salary & accommodation.
- All permits & paper works.
- 3 meals a day: breakfast, lunch & dinner during the trek. Accommodation in teahouse twin sharing (private room /shared bathroom).
- Seasonal fruits/Juice every evening.
- Government tax & company service charge.
- Trained guide with First Aid kits.
- Assistant guides including their salary, transportation, meal, accommodation & Insurance.
- Free El Paso T-Shirt.
- Porters throughout the trek. (1 porter will carry 2 trekkers baggage) including salary, food ,accommodation & transportation.
- A certificate of achievement can be prepared (only if requested).
Excluded
- Overseas airfare & visa fees ($30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days & $ 125 for 90 days).
- Lunch & Dinner cost in Kathmandu & Pokhara during stay.
- Beverage & Deserts.
- Extra Porter & activities outside the itinerary.
- Extra fees & tickets during the trek.
- Personal health insurance & evacuation by Heli if needed.
- Hot shower, WIFI/ battery charge etc.
- Extra cost cause by natural disaster, flight delay, early arrival or health issue etc.
- Tips for Guide/Porter.
Meeting And Pickup
Arrival Point
Kathmandu(Arrive in Time)
Start Time
07:30AM(in the Morning)
Destination Point
Annapurna Base Camp(Return Back from Location)
Itinerary Details
Please check the itenary details provided below as per day.
1
2
Drive to Pokhara (800m)
The distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 200Km which takes around 7-8 huours .Following a major rives like Trishuli & Marshyangdhi we see the scienic view of the villages & small towns. Stay overnight at Hotel.
3
Drive to Jhinu & Trek to Chhomrong
The distance between Pokhara to Jhinu Dada is approx 55 Km & the jeep/drive hours will be around 5 hours. We continue trek toward Chhomrong village & it takes around 1 hour steep ascent from Jhinu to Chhmrong. Stay overnight at Lodge.
4
Trek to Himalaya (4130m)
It takes 5-6 hours to reach Himalaya (2340m) from Chhomrong. The trail is mix with the ascents & descents, a beautiful dense bamboo & rhododendron forest in between Upper Sinuwa to Himalaya. You will see some vegetation /cultivation after descending Chhomrong village & a astonishing settlement of Chhomrong village from Lower Sinuwa . This day is mostly a forest trail with continues ups & downs. You'll witness a bamboo forest, Hinku cave, long waterfalls etc The Sunset on Machhapuchre makes you feel like you are somewhere in heaven. Stay overnight at Lodge.
5
Trek to ABC (4130m) via Machhapuchre base Camp (3700m)
We are going to arrive the place which we dreamed of since long. Yes, today we cross theMachhapuchre base camp which is overwhelming & stay overnight at ABC (4130m). We will see Machhapuchre from back, the different angle of Mt.Machhapuchre ,Mt.Singachuli ,Mt.Gandharvachuli,Mt. Annapurna III etc makes you happy cry. Stay overnight at Lodge.
6
ABC to Bamboo (2310m)
Day 9th is the most important day for every trekker. We will observe the 360/panaromic view of the mountains like Mt. Annapurna I, Mt. Annapurna South, Mt.Machhapuchre ,Mt.Singachuli, Mt.Gandharvachuli ,Mt. Annapurna III etc The sunrise view from ABC is mesmerizing ,I call it "heaven on earth". After breakfast we continue trek toward Bamboo & it takes about 6 hours to reach Bamboo (2310m). Stay overnight at Lodge.
7
Bamboo to Jhinu Dada (1780m)
This is the final trek day & we will be relaxing in natural hot spring at Jhinu. The spot is fabulous to leave all the tiredness you had during the trek & refill the energy further.As we're going to arrive Jhinu sooner this day. Stay overnight at Lodge.
8
Drive to Pokhara (800m)
We drive toward Pokhara from Jhinu after breakfast. It will take around 5-6 hours including lunch at Birethanti. Although you don't have to trek/walk this day, you'll definitely gonna enjoy the rural trip with gravel & paved road surpassing some wonder settlements & cultivations. Stay overnight at Hotel.
9
Drive to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at Hotel
Drive to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at Hotel
10
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