Annapurna Base Camp Trek 14 Days

Package Overview

The Annapurna region is the most geographically and culturally diverse region for trekking in Nepal, (Annapurna Sanctuary Trek). The area is over 2660sq. km and boasts a huge variety of cultures, castes and tribes including Gurung, Magars, Manangis, Tibetans,Brahmins, Chhetris and Newars. The Annapurna has sub-tropical lowlands, valleys, river, rhododendron, oaks, bamboo, pine forest, plateaus and the towering Annapurna Mountains. This area has the world's deepest river gorge, Kali Gandaki, lying some 6900 metres/22,563 ft. below some of the world's largest and most beautiful mountains including Annapurna I (world's 8th highest) and Fishtail (one of the most beautiful). Animals and birds are in abundance in this region. There are 440 species of birds and animals like the marten, deer, langur and the elusive snow leopard in this area. This trek takes you to the Annapurna base camp area (4,130m) walking through the beautiful villages, terraced fields and the mountains on the Annapurna trail.Nepal entry Visa fees
Your travel insurance (compulsory)
International airfare and airport tax
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu/Pokhara
Trekking equipments
Tips for trekking staff
Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, beverage drinks, desserts, laundry etc.
Any other expenses which are not mentioned on the service included section.

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : KATHMANDU: ARRIVAL DAY

  Welcome to Kathmandu, the lovely and historic capital of Nepal! We'll be at the airport waiting for you when you step off the plane, ready to transfer you to your hotel. You've had a long flight, so get some rest: your adventure begins tomorrow!

• Day 2 : KATHMANDU TO POKHARA

  It's time to kick off our journey! The first leg of this adventure is a 6-hour bus ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara, where you'll rest up for our first day of trekking! We'll have a final briefing in the evening to go over details and answer any last-minute questions.

• Day 3 : POKHARA TO NAYAPUL, NAYAPUL TO HILE

  The day starts with a transfer to Nayapul which is about one hour drive from Pokhara, where we'll take the first steps of our trek. The walking is easy at this stage, as we stroll through the Modi Khola River Valley. We trek to the small village of Hile to spend the night.

• Day 4 : HILE TO GHOREPANI

  From Hile we walk to Tikhedunga and we'll cross a stream as the warm up to ascending the steep stone staircase to the scenic, quaint Magar Village at Ulleri. After lunch, our route wends through glorious blooms of rhododendron and imposing oak forests. We'll move slightly upwards in the direction of Nangethanti before scaling towards Ghorepani for dinner and sleep.

• Day 5 : GHOREPANI TO POON HILL AND TADAPANI

  We'll be up before dawn today, but with good reason: our day kicks off with an excursion to Poon Hill and an indescribably wonderful panorama of three Himalayan peaks (Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna I, and Annapurna South II) illuminated by the glowing rays of sunrise. From here, we'll also be treated to views of the 6,000m-deep Kali Gandaki Gorge and the visual border of Nepal and Tibet as divided by the trans-Himalayan ranges. It's back to our lodge for a late breakfast, and then we're back on the trekking path! Our legs get a bit of a rest on the downhill walk towards lunch at Bathanti, which takes us through beautiful, deep forests, and then to Tadapani.

• Day 6 : TADAPANI TO CHHOMRONG

  More downhill walking awaits us today as we again trek rhododendron and oak forests. We'll arrive at the lofty Gurung village of Chhomrong by lunchtime, giving you a bit of time to explore the fantastic views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.

• Day 7 : CHHOMRONG TO DABAN

  Another precipitous stone staircase guides our way today as we descend towards the Chhomrong Khola. We shift gears at that point and will climb in the direction of Modi Khola, traveling its west bank, and pass through leafy bamboo forests. More upward travel awaits us in the afternoon as we head towards Kuldi and then another staircase down to Dovan, where we'll rest after a vigorous day.

• Day 8 : DOBAN TO ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP

  You'll feel the bite of the thin air today as we climb high above our starting point of Dovan, overlooking a river far below. We'll scale the lateral moraine of a shimmering glacier and then come down the other side to the glacier bed before reaching the Annapurna Base Camp. A breathtaking 4,130m above sea level, this is our stopping point for the night.
  It's time to reap the rewards of your hard trekking work! Miles above earth, we have all day today to wander the base camp and drink in the beauty and majesty of Annapurna. The sunrise and sunset are spectacular displays of natural theatre, and not to be missed. Make sure your camera is charged!

• Day 9 : ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TO BAMBOO

  We'll savor one last fiery Annapurna sunrise before beginning our trek down the mountain. Our route today ends in the village of Bamboo, named for the dense forest of tall bamboo that surrounds it.

• Day 10 : BAMBOO TO CHHOMRONG

  The stone staircases and their steep, unforgiving steps await us once again! We'll trek the bamboo forest, passing vibrant blooms of rhododendron, on our way to Kuldi. After lunch, we pass through Sinuwa and Modi Khola before an invigorating uphill climb towards Chomrong.

• Day 11 : CHHOMRONG TO GHANDRUG

  From Chhomrong, we head back to Taglung, descending slowly through a forest to Kummu. It's back towards Ghandrung and one more hypnotically-lovely panorama of Annapurna South before our last night on the mountain.

• Day 12 : GHANDRUG TO NAYAPUL AND DRIVE TO POKHARA

  The end of our trek is in sight. Villages and terraced fields dot the landscape at these lower altitudes, adding interest and variety to our last morning on the mountain. We'll pass through Syauli Bazaar and Nayapul before catching a ride back to Pokhara, where the comforts of a hotel ensconce you after a long and tiring journey.

• Day 13 : POKHARA TO KATHMANDU

  The 25 minute flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu brings us back the way we originally came, ending again in a comfortable hotel. Your conquest of the Himalayas is complete: it's time for some rest! After an afternoon to nap and relax, we'll meet up one last time for a celebratory dinner at one of the town's finest Nepalese restaurants, where you can give us your feedback on the trek. In the morning, we'll make sure you catch your flight home with time to spare.

• Day 14 : KATHMANDU: DEPARTURE DAY

  It's your last day in Nepal! Grab some breakfast, and then take in some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu. We'll make sure you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport with plenty OF time before your flight home. At this time, we'll say our goodbyes and bid you farewell, armed with warm memories and gorgeous photos to show your loved ones. END OF OUR SERVICES

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Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• All airport transfers from arrival to departure
• Two nights of deluxe accommodation in Kathmandu
• Two nights of deluxe accommodation in Pokhara
• Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Kathmandu
• Private, round-trip land transportation between Pokhara and Nayapul
• Teahouse accommodation and three meals a day while trekking
• Domestic flight (Pokhara - Kathmandu as per itinerary)
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP Permit, TIMS)
• An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek guide
• Necessary porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment(2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Respective region (Annapurna) trekking map
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, transportation, food and accommodation
• All government and local taxes

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Exclusions

• Nepal entry Visa fees
• Your travel insurance (compulsory)
• International airfare and airport tax
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu/Pokhara
• Trekking equipments
• Tips for trekking staff
• Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, beverage drinks, desserts, laundry etc.
• Any other expenses which are not mentioned on the service included section.

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Terms & Conditions

Other Terms & Conditions :

TRAVEL INSURANCE

• Proof of travel insurance is mandatory before starting the trek. Standard policies often only cover medical evacuation to 4000m so make sure the policy you get covers up to 6000m. We usually suggest World Nomads which costs around $125. You only need to be covered on the policy for the days you will actually be trekking.

EXTRA COSTS AND EXCLUSIONS

• Nepal entry visa ($40 USD). Sleeping Bag Rental $12 and Down Jacket $12 if needed. All the meals are included on the trek but we only include breakfast while you are in Kathmandu. We suggest a tip for the guide and porter after the trek - Plan on a at least $80 (more will be appreciated). We don't include drinking water on the trek which you can buy a number of places for between $1 and $3 a bottle (it gets more expensive towards base camp). A better solution is to buy water tablets in Kathmandu for around $2 and treat the water (your guide can help you find the good places to fill your water bottle). The other things not included on the trek are like Wifi, charging batteries and hot showers. Wifi is available in some tea houses for $3 to $5 an hour. Hot Showers are also available in a few for around $4 and charging costs about $1.50 an hour. Unforeseen cost due to flight cancellation, weather conditions etc. You are responsible for extra hotel nights ($30/night) and meals in Kathmandu for any extra days in Nepal due to flight delays.

SOLO TRAVELERS

• We generally don't charge solo travelers any extra fees. Solo travelers can expect their own hotel room in Kathmandu but will need to share a room with other group members during the trek. If availability allows we will arrange private rooms on the trek as well upon request. If you are a solo travelers and planning and not joining one of our group treks you will be charged an extra $10 a day for a porter.

CANCELLATION POLICIES

• We understand things happen and plans change and will refund your fund minus a 25% cancelation fee. Once we have booked your flight between Kathmandu and Lukla your deposit is non-refundable. If your travel dates change we can generally reschedule you at no extra charge, but please provide at least 7 days advance notice.

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