Arrival in Kathmandu
A private cab/jeep will pick up you from airport & transfer to the hotel.
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 Nayapul & cross the beautiful villages like Ghorepani, Poonhill,Tadapani , Chhomrong etc You will experiment beautiful mountains like Machhapuchre, Annapurna south, Himchuli, Gandarvachuli, Singachuli, Annapurna I etc.from closer.The trek offers a mix of cultural experience & natural beauty.
TREK HIGHLIGHTS:
Ø A breathetaking sunrise view from Poonhill. (close-up view of Dhaulagiri range & Annapurna range.
Ø Panaromic view of various mountains from Annapurna Base Camp. (4130m)
Ø Exploration of Gurung culture in villages like Ghandruk & Chhomrong.
Ø visit through stunning rhododendron & bamboo forests.
Ø Experiment suspension bridge & mountain river.
Ø witness variety of vegetations from tropical forest to alpine.
Ø Relaxing on natural hot spring at Jhinu Dada.
THINGS YOU NEED TO BRING:
Ø Clothing
Ø Thermal base layers
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Warm fleece
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Down jacket
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(Gore-Tex) jacket /windproof
Ø Lightweight T-shirts
Ø Trekking paints
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Moisture- wicking underwears
Ø Warm wool & regular socks
Ø Footwear
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Trekking boots
Ø Camp shoes/slippers
ACCESSORIES:
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Sunglasses (UV-protection)
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Warm hat & Buff
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Gloves inner liners + insulated outer gloves
Ø Power Bank (solar optional)
Ø Gear
Ø Backpack
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Trekking Poles
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Headlamp
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Water Bottles
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Water purification tablets
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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.
Please check the itenary details provided below as per day.
A private cab/jeep will pick up you from airport & transfer to the hotel.
The distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 200Km which takes around 7-8 hours .Following a major rives like Trishuli & Marshyangdhi we see the scenic view of the villages & small towns.
We will drive toward Nayapul from Pokhara after breakfast & continue trek to Tikhedhunga (1570m). As we walk slow & steady for like 4-5 hours crossing some beautiful villages like Birethanti, Hile etc. This is our first day so we don't push too far too hard & stay overnight at Tikhedhunga relaxing on waterfalls.
It takes 6-7 hours to reach Ghorepani (2860m) from Tikhedhunga including rests & lunch. The distance is approx. 12 Km from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani. The trail is steep ascent until Ulleri apart from Ulleri there’s a gradual ascent. Overall, the trail is full of glory as you will witness dense rhododendron & oak forests with some beautiful teahouses.
After we wake up early in the morning, then we hike toward Poonhill (3210m), carriying head torch/lamp to enjoy the sunrise view from snow top. It takes 1 hour to reach there & 45 minnutes to come back. We continue trek toward Tadapani after having breakfast at Ghorepani. We cross the beautiful villages like Deurali, Banthanti etc watching species of birds flying including golden eagle near Deurali. The total walk hour for the day will be 6-7 hours.
It takes 6-7 hours to reach Lower Sinuwa (2340m) from Tadapani. The trail is mix with the ascents & descents, a beautiful dense oak & rhododendron forest until Chuile. You will see some vegetation /cultivation at Gurjung village & an astonishing settlement of Chhomrong village. In your front, there will be stunning view of Mt.Machhapuchre, Mt. Annapurna south & Mt. Himchuli .
This day is mostly a forest trail with continues ups & downs. You'll witness a bamboo forest, Hinku cave, long waterfalls etc The trail carries 6-7 hours Sunset on Machhapuchre makes you feel like you are somewhere in heaven.
We are going to arrive the place which we dreamed of since long. Yes, today we cross the Machhapuchre 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. This will definitely makes you a happy cry.
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, We call it "Heaven on Earth". After breakfast we continue trek toward Bamboo & it takes about 6 hours to reach Bamboo (2310m).
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.
We will 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.
Drive to Kathmandu.
Departure from Nepal. NOTE :- If you want to extend the Itinerary or want to make a day tour/sightseeing at Kathmandu as well as Pokhara, feel free to customize the itinerary. We really appreciate your idea & plan further
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