Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel
Our office representative will receive you at Tribhuwan International Airport upon your arrival. He will be waiting outside of the terminal hall. Warm welcome and then drive to Hotel. We brief a program with your companions and you will have a free time.

Day 02: Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu. 210 km. 6-7 hours. Overnigh at Hotel
After breakfast in the hotel at the capital city, you will go to the tourist bus station with your trekking guide for six to severn hours drive to Pokhara on a comfortable tourist bus. Pokhara, at an altitude of 910 meters, will surprise you with a brilliant view of mountains reflected in the blue water of the lakes.

Day 03: Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Thike Dhunga (1540m). 5 hours. Overnight at Guest House
You will actually begin your trekking from this day. We leave Pokhara after the breakfast to reach Nayapul. From Nayapul, we shall trek 4 hours along the easy trail to Tikhe Dhunga. It is easy walking through the rough road and very scenic through nice settlement village, waterfalls, river bank and forest.

Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani (2780m). 6 hours. Overnight at Guest House
After breakfast, we will continue our trekking to Ghorepani (2850m). We start climbing up hill around 2 hours to reach Ulleri village (2050m), which is after 3000 steps from Thike Dhunga. Then we continue walk through the rough and stony trails to observe some mountains while taking an easy walk through the tropical forest covered with rhododendron, oak and other wild flowers.

Day 05: Hike Poonhill (3210m) and Trek to Tadapani (2685m). 7 hours. Overnight at Guest House
Today is one of the most memorable and highlight day of your trek. Very early in the morning, you will be given a wakeup call to ready for PoonHill hike to observe best sunrise and panoramic mountain view. Poon Hill is one of the best view points in Nepal at 3210 meters that shows you spectacular views of all mountains in Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail). Sunrise at this place will be a mesmerizing and spiritual experience. After hours of observation, wondering and photographic events, we back to Guest House for breakfast and packing our luggage and then go to Tadapani (26850m) via Deurali and Banthanti. During the walk, we see mountains and walking through rain rhododrendon forest will be your favourite day.

Day 06: Trek to Sinuwa (2301m). 7 hours. Overnight at Guest House
After another sunrise and closeness mountain view including Annapurna South (7129m), Hiun Chuli (6440m) and Mt Fishtail (6997m), we have a breakfast and start downhill for 2 hours. This walking will be real taste for your keens. From bottom, we cross the river and climb a hill to reach the village called Gurjung. We stop there for tea. The we continue trekking on nepali flat to reach Chhomrong, one of the big gurung settlement village where we stop for lunch and you will feel how close you are with the mountains. After lunch, it takes another 2 hours to reach Sinuwa.

Day 07: Trek to Deurali (3200m). 7 hours. Overnight at Guest House
Obeserving a morning view from Sinuwa, we continue our trekking to reach Deurali via Bamboo, Dovan and Himalaya Hotel. Today walking is completely different because we walk though the deep gorge and on the bank of river called Modi Khola. The bird screaming, sound from the river and chance to see some wildlife including Monkey, Himalayan goat are the highlight of today walking.

Day 08: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m). 5 hours. Overnight at Guest House
Today is our main day because you will reach to your goal. A trekking from Deurali to Annapurna base camp is about 5 hours via Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) base camp. You will be overwhelmed by the scenic beauty of the place, high snow capped mountains sorrounding there. In the afternoon, you will be taken close to the place from where you can explore the glacier and the moutains including Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South, Hiun Chuli, Fishtail, Glacier dome and many more.

Day 09: Trek Down to Bamboo (2310m). 6-7 hours. Overnight at Guest House
After seeing a sunrise from Annaurna base camp with high mountains, we have a breakfast at the guest house and then we start going down all the way to Bamboo. We will stop either Himalaya Hotel or Dovan for our lunch.

Day 10: Trek to Chhomrong (2170m). 4 hours. Overnight at Guest House
Today We continue our trekking down until we reach Chhomrong (2170m). We reach Chhomrong by lunch time. After lunch, you have a free day for relaxing.

Day 11: Meet the Traditional Gurung Community. 6 hours. Overnight at Guest House
Ghandruk is a traditional Gurung village where you get to observe the lifestyle and culture of the people there. Friendly Gurung people and the clean environment at Ghandruk will impress you. Also, you get to see mountains of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre from this place. We reach Ghanduk by lunch time and you will be taken to explore Ghandruk village and museum in the afternoon.

Day 12: Trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara. 5 hours. Overnight at Hotel
Today is the last day of the trekking in which you will have to have a comfortable 4 hours walk down to Nayapul (1070m). From there, we drive back to Pokhara (910m), the city of lakes.

Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. 6 hours. Overnight at Hotel
We bid goodbye to this majestic city and mountains and drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara on this day. A tourist bus will be arranged for your 6 hour trip. You can sleep and rest or enjoy observing the places and Trisuli river on the way. You will spend the night at a Hotel in Kathmandu. If you wish to, you may take a walk around the places in Kathmandu, buy souvenir for friends and family, visit restaurants and pack-up your bags.

Day 14: Departure
This will be the final day of our togetherness for this time. You will be flying back to your place this day. Our van will take you to Tribhuban International Airport. With the hope to see you again, Nepal Gateway Team wish you all the best and a safe journey back to your home.

-Airport/Hotel/Airport picks up and drop by private car/van/bus.
-2 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan at 3*** hotel.
-2 nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara on BB plan at 3*** hotel.
-All Grounded transportation as mentioned in the package.
-Meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) and accommodations during the trekking.
-A highly experience well trained government license holder trekking guide, Sherpa, required porters (porter for 2 people) and their meal, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipment.
-First Aid kit.
- Fresh local fruits.
-Annapurna Conservation Area Project permit and TIMs (Trekkers information management system).
-Duffle bag, Sleeping bag, Down Jacket and walking poles (if needed)
-All government taxes.

- Meals in Kathmandu apart from breakfast.
- Travel insurance.
- International flight tickets to and from Kathmandu.
- Nepal entry visa fee, which is easily issued upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu.
- Your personal first aid kit, equipment and items of personal nature.
- All kinds of drinks (Water/Coke/alcoholic beverage and hot drinks).
- Tips for trekking staff and driver.
Note: Tips for field staff (Tipping is expected)

Q. When do i visit Nepal?
Ans - Nepal is governed by the Southerly Monsoon weather system which brings heavy precipitation between the months of June and September, i.e. it rains a lot. Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November) are the best time to visit Nepal.

Q. Can i do a Annapurna base camp  trekking in Nepal?
Ans - Previous trekking and mountaineering experience is not necessary to do a trekking in nepal. If you are reasonably fit and enjoy walking, you can do any trek in Nepal. Normally the shorter treks tend to be easier whilst the longer ones often require a better standard of fitness.

Q. Where do i stay and sleep during the Annapurna  trekking?
Ans - You stay either guest house or tent during the trekking. The most popular trekking areas like Annapurna, Everest and Langtang provide best sleeping accommodation. You stay and sleep in tent during the trekking, if you go restricted areas like Dolpo, Upper Mustang, Manaslu etc.

Q. Are the foods and water safe to eat and drink during the Annapurna  trekking?
Ans - Yes, the foods are eatable and water is safe to drink during the trekking. All meals are prepared to high standards, fruit and vegetables are soaked in iodine before preparation. Most lodges serve boiled and filtered water, which is generally safe to drink, we suggest a drop of iodine to be totally sure.

Q. What is Altitude Sickness?
Ans - Altitude Sickness is also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (A.M.S.). It may occur when people ascend too quickly. The symptoms of AMS can be seen in our body after 2800m. Headache, shortness of breath and possibly light headed are fairly common. Acute mountain sickness is very different and normally involves a severe headache, sickness and loss of awareness. Descending to a lower altitude will generally be enough to prevent any further problems. HAPE (High Altitude Pulmonary Edema) and HACE (High Altitude Cardio Edema) are the major symptoms of altitude sickness.

1. Clothing:
    - Down or fiber filled waterproof jacket and trouser
    - Fleece jacket or pullover
    - Warm cotton trousers
    - Shirts and T-shirts
    - Lightweight cotton long pants
    - Long underwear
    - Short underwear
    - Sun hat, woolen hat
    - Sunglass
    - Sun cream
    - Glove
    - Rain coat

2. Footwear:
    - Trekking boot
    - Thick socks
    - Light socks
    - Camp shoe
    - Sandal

3. Other Equipment:
    - Sleeping Bag (4 seasons)
    - Down Jacket
    - Daypack
    - Water bottle
    - Flash light

4. Optional:
    - Insect repellent
    - Toilet articles
    - Note book and pen
    - Pocket khife
    - Towel
    - Binocular
    - Camara
    - Film
    - Cards
    - Personal medical kit

Namaste and dhanyabad Ram, for another unforgettable 24 days in Nepal. Thank you for introducing the group to your family in the hills and  for inviting us to stay in your village. To all the porters  - thank you for making our trek to Annapurna Base camp possible, for getting us up and down the many many steps and providing us with  wonderful food and accommodation.  The Chitwan adventure was a special way to finish our holiday.  Even a heavy monsoon shower did not dampen our spirirts !!  We enjoyed the all day jeep safari , the animals and bathing  with the elephants. We will never beat you at cards Ram, but we did enjoy all our games in the evenings. We will continue to practise Resham Firiri and our  Nepalese vocabulary.  Dal Bhat eaten with the fingers tastes much nicer  than when eaten with a spoon,  Finally Ram, thank you for the banner - it was a lovely way to celebrate my 10th visit to Nepal.  I have not finished with my travels to the Himalayas.   Dhanyabad from Helen and the 2013 New Zealand group.
Helen Neale
New Zealand


Great company. Did Annapurna Base Camp Trek with what is probably the best trekking crew ever in 2008. Ram and his team gave all the support and excellent service any trekker could want. This year, 2010, we went to Tibet, Everest Base Camp with Ram and again he came through with another fantastic time for all of us. No problems anywhere on the trip. Knowledge of Kathmandu second to none. I highly recommend Ram and his company to others.
Barry Lusher
United Kingdom

Donna and I trekked in Nepal in February 2007 as part of our travelling holiday. We both rate our two week experience in the Annapurna ranges with Ram and his porters, Prem and Sanu, as the highlight of our year long trip. We had a fabulous time in Nepal- beautiful countryside and people, and a new cultural experience for us. What made it even more enjoyable was our trek in Annapurna with Ram. His experience and leadership meant we were able to fully enjoy ourselves without us having to worry about anything. He was a very sensible tour leader who promptly made decisions for the tour group when poor weather shortened our trip. We were extremely confident in Ram's knowledge and experience of the country we trekked through. As well as this he showed us the way of life of the locals and taught us about their cultures. Evenings were great fun too, we had a great time with Ram, his porters and the locals, as well as other tourists. We thoroughly recommend his services to any travelling group, and will look him up when we come back to Nepal one day!
Michael and Donna Gray
Brisbane, Australia

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