Annapurna Base Camp, Nepal 10 days

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Drive to Pokhara (823m/2,700ft): 7 hours
1 stop
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Pokhara
Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m) by Tourist Bus about 7 hours. Pokhara is located about 200 km west from Kathmandu and the tourist coach takes about 7 hours to get there. The drive mostly fallows along Trishuli River side enjoying the view of landscapes. At the Evening you may take short sightseeing around lakeside Pokhara. (We can fly to Pokhara also 100$ extra per person)
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Trek to Ghandruk 4-5 hour (1940/m 6360ft)
1 stop
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Ghandruk
Early morning after breakfast we drive to Siwai (2.5 hours) and start the trek. From Siwai, we trek to Ghandruk, a beautiful village mostly inhabited by the Gurung community. If time permits, we also visit the Gurung museum today.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft): 5-6 hours
1 stop
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At this juncture, we climb up for around an hour up to Kimrungdanda. On the way, we can enjoy great views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre) and Ganggapurna. Next, it’s a steep descent takes us to the KimrongKhola. After another steep ascent from KimrongKhola to ChereDanda, we descend for a while then it’s a gentle walk to Chhomrong. Chhomrong is a beautiful village located on the lap of the giant Annapurna massive.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Chhomrong to Bamboo (2310m/7578ft): 4 - 5 hours
1 stop
4
The trail out of Chhomrong descends via 2500 stone steps and crosses the Chhomrong Khola on a swaying suspension bridge. It is an uphill climb to Sinuwa. Next, we pass through a beautiful forest to Kuldihar followed by an easy downhill walk to Bamboo.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 4 - 5 hours
1 stop
5
Day 05: Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10,595ft): 4 - 5 hours We pass through the bamboo forest which is damp and cold then ascend steadily with fewer steep sections. It is only after reaching Himalaya Hotel that the forest opens up and we are out in the sun again with astounding views of the glacial river below. It is a steep climb up through a much drier forest before reaching Hinku Cave. From here we can see the trail drop closer to the river before climbing again to Deurali, the most scenic stretch of the day. The vegetation is sparser, allowing magical views of the valley, the river below, and the sheer rock face cliffs above with bands of wispy waterfalls.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft): 5- 6 hours
1 stop
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Climb gently through a river bed then over a steep trail over to the mountain side. The hike from Bagar to Machhapuchhre Base Camp is somewhat strenuous. From Machhapuchhre base camp we get excellent views of the majestic Machhapuchhre along with Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna which is certainly a rewarding experience. The vegetation disappears on our way to ABC and the path widens as we enter the Annapurna sanctuary. From here, we get sensational views of the near-vertical south face of Annapurna towering above us. The sanctuary boasts of a dynamic view without anything impeding the 360-degree panorama. From the base camp we again get to savor mesmerizing views of the Machhapuchhre, Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli and other peaks.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo: 7 – 8 hours
1 stop
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From the Annapurna base camp we retrace our steps to Bamboo. Today’s trek is downhill so it shouldn’t be very difficult. Besides, we will always have the company of the extraordinary landscape to cheer us up.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Bamboo to Jhinudanda (1760m/5770 ft): 5 - 6 hours
1 stop
8
From Bamboo, it is an uphill trek to Kuldighar followed by a downhill walk to Chhomrong Khola. Then we climb the stone steps to Chhomrong. The trail then descends to Jhinudanda, where we will be resting for the night. Today we will have an opportunity to enjoy hot springs just 15-20 minute downhill walk from Jhinudanda to soothe our aching body.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Trek to Siwai then drive to Pokhara: 3 hours trek, 3 hour drive
1 stop
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Pokhara
On our way to Siwai from Jhinudanda we get to enjoy the amazing hill landscape of western Nepal including wild bee hive under the cliff. We have lunch on the way. Our trek will end at Siwai where we board our vehicle to Pokhara.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
1 stop
10
Today after breakfast we drive to Kathmnndu. Look around shops and shop some souvenirs. Enjoy and rest. (we can take flight too which cost extra 100$)
7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• 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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