Annapurna Base Camp

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
1 stop
1
Thamel
Upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International airport a representative from Naata Trek and Tours will be waiting for you at the airport displaying a playcard imprinted with your name. He/she will then transfer you to the designated hotel. In the evening we can enjoy a welcome dinner hosted by Naata Trek and Tours. During the dinner we can enjoy Nepalese cuisine which will introduce us to the country’s food culture.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Drive to Nayapul, Pokhara and trek to Ghandruk
1 stop
2
Old Gurung Museum
We begin our journey starting from an early morning flight to Pokhara which is a beautiful city in itself and can also catch great views of the mountain. After landing in Pokhara airport we drive to Nayapul (1hours 30 minutes) and start the trek from there. We cross the Birethanti and reach the village of Ghandruk, a beautiful village inhabited by Gurung people. We will also visit Gurung museum if time permits.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Trek to Chomrong (2170 meters, 5-6 hours)
1 stop
3
Annapurna Mountain Range
After having breakfast we climb for about an hour to reach Kimrungdanda then a steep descent takes us to Kimrong Khola. Needless to say we will be accompanied by views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain etc. We descend further for a while and a gentle walk takes us to the village of Chomrong. We stay the night in Chomrong.
Day 4
Trek to Bamboo
1 stop
4
Annapurna Mountain Range
We start our trek today descending 2500 stone steps and cross a bridge over Chhomrong Khola. From there on we climb uphill and reach Sinuwa. We then come across a beautiful forest followed by Kuldihar. We reach Bamboo after an easy walk downhill. We stay the night in Bamboo.
Day 5
Trek to Deurali (3230 meters, 3-4 hours)
1 stop
5
Annapurna Mountain Range
After crossing the bambooo forest and ascend gradually over some sections. The forest opens up once we reach Himalaya hotel and we are greeted by views of glacial river below. We continue our climb into another forest and reach Hinku Cave. The trail then drops closer to the river and climbs again till we reach Deurali. We can enjoy splendid views of the valley and river below. We stay the night in Deurali. Deurali.
Day 6
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4310 meters, 5-6 hours)
1 stop
6
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
We climb gently through a river bed and over a sharp trail and reach Bagar. The trail is a bit demanding from there on till we reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The foot of Mt. Machhapuchre provides us with grand views of the sublime Machhapuchhre along with Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gangapurna and Mt. Hiunchuli. The sparse vegetation starts to disapper once we continue our trek to ABC and the path widens once we enter Annapurna sanctuary. The towering spectacle of Mt. Annapurna before our eyes is truly a sight to behold. The sanctuary also brags about 360 degree views of mountains. We stay the night in Annapurna Base camp.
Day 7
Trek to Bamboo (4130 meters, 7-8 hours)
1 stop
7
Annapurna Mountain Range
We start our trek back by walking an easy downhill to bamboo. We leave behind great views of ABC but are still accompanied by special views of landscape. Overnight in Bamboo.
Day 8
Trek to Jhinu Danda (1760 meters, 5-6 hours)
1 stop
8
Annapurna Mountain Range
Its an uphill trek from Bamboo till Kuldighar followed by a downhill walk to Chhomrong Khola. We climb the stone steps to Chhomrong and descend to Jhinu Danda. Today we can enjoy the natural hot spring which is at a walking distance of 15-20 minutes from Jhinu Danda which comforts our tired body. We stay the night in Jhinu Danda.
Day 9
Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara (6-7 hours)
1 stop
9
On our way to Naya Pul from Jhinu Danda, we get to enjoy the amazing views of rolling hills and stunning landscape. We have lunch on the way. Our trek will end at Naya Pul where we board our vehicle to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara. We can spend the evening recollecting the beautiful memories watching the Phewa lake in Pokhara.
Day 10
Drive to Kathmandu
1 stop
10
Thamel
We can sip the steaming coffee glancing at the morning beauty of the mountain ranges and in the afternoon we fly back to Kathmandu. After our arrival in Kathmandu, we will be escorted to our hotel. In the afternoon you can catch up with shopping the souvenirs for your friends and family. In the evening we celebrate the success of our trek over the THANK YOU dinner organized by Naata Trek and Tours.
Day 11
Departure
1 stop
11
Tribhuvan International Airport
Our trip concludes today and our office representative will drop you off at the airport in a private vehicle for your departure.

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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