The first among the ten best treks in the world, Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the ideal trekking in Nepalese Himalayas considered as an international treasure. It offers a fascinating life of middle hill Nepalese ethnic groups from Hindu farmers to Tibetan Lamas. The highlight of the trip are the incredible views of Himalayas, most famous high peaks like Dhaulagiri, Macchapuchre, Annapurana etc, rivers with deep gorges and hot springs. The trek explores and experiences culture, tradition and lifestyle of several cultural villages such as Ghandruk, a beautiful village of hospitable Gurung community. In one sentence Annapurna Base Camp is a dream land and once you visit there your dreams become true.
Activities: Trekking, Hiking and Sightseeing
Trip Duration: 13 N / 14 D
Max altitude: 4130 m
Trip Route: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Nayapul – Ghandruk – Chhomrong – Bamboo – Deurali – Annapurna Base Camp – Bamboo – Chhomrong – Jhinu Danda – Nayapul – Pokhara – Kathmandu
Highlights of the Trip
Welcome to Nepal. At your arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, Himalayan Namobuddha Travel and Treks’ representative will be there to welcome you and transfer to the hotel. In the evening, you will be taken for a welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepali restaurant.
Overnight at Kathmandu.
Today, we will have detailed trek briefing in presence of your trek guide. After that, you will have free time to explore the city on your own. Here are some best options to consider:
Explore around Thamel – a colorful tourist hub of Nepal. You will spot numbers of hotels, money exchange, hotels, shops to buy all kinds of souvenirs, trekking gears, etc and many restaurants to chose from offering both Western and local Nepali cuisines.
Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is a great place to start your exploration, where you will walk(about 10-15 min) through narrow alleyways teeming with small shops, temples, and local restaurants.
If you want to stretch your legs, Swoyambhunath, the white stupa rising above the valley, is the perfect spot to catch the sunset over the valley. You can also take a cab which is approximately about 15 minutes drive from Thamel if you are too tired to walk.
Visit the Garden of dreams, which is a classical historical garden located at Thamel(about 5-10 min walk) with an exquisite ensemble of pavilions, fountains, decorative garden furniture, and beautiful flowers and trees.
After breakfast in the hotel, we will drive to Pokhara. The first day of our journey begins through drive up to Pokhara, a beautiful lake city. Enjoying the beautiful scenario of greenery hills and villages we’ll reach to Pokhara. Reaching there you have free time on your own.
Overnight at Lakeside, Pokhara.
Early morning after breakfast in the hotel, we will drive to Nayapul for about 1.5 hrs. Then, our trek starts from Birethati to Ghandruk, a beautiful village of Gurung Community. One can discover the local lifestyle of Gurung community. Overnight in Ghandruk.
This day our trail leads gradual up to kimringdanda where we can enjoy the great view of mountains like Annapurna South, Himchuli, Fishtail (Macchapuchhre) and Ganggapurna. And we will descend to the Kimrong Khola and Chere Danda then to Chomrong, located on the lap of giant Annapurna massif. Overnight in Chomrong.
This day the trail descends through stone steps and crosses through Chomrong Khola with suspension bridge then ascends up to Sinuwa. After that we will pass through beautiful forest to kulidhar followed by easy downhill walk to Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo.
This day our trail passes through bamboo forest which is damp and cold, after reaching Himalaya Hotel that the forest opens up and out in sun again with astounding views of the glacial river below. We’ll walk with ascend and descend route, climb up through a much drier forest steeply on zigzag stone path. 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. Overnight in Deurali.
This big day our trail begins through a stream, Bagar to Machhapuchhre Base Camp from where we will have an unbelievable beautiful view of Mt.Machhapuchhre including Mt. Himchuli, Mt.Annapurna, Mt.Annapurna I, Mt.Annapurna III, Mt.Gandharvachuli and Mt.Gangapurna. After reaching Annapurna Base Camp, we will make one of the great memories of lifetime enjoying the splendid and panoramic view of snow capped mountainous peaks. Overnight in Annapurna Base Camp (4130m).
This day, we will have a miraculous sunrise view with majestic shining peaks like gold. Then after breakfast we retrace our trail back to Bamboo. We will have feeling of ultimate joy besides the stunning landscape cheers up while retracing our downhill trek. Overnight in Bamboo.
This day, ascending up to khudighar and downhill to Chhomrong Khola we will reach to Chhomrong with stone steps. Then, our trail leads descend walk to Jhinu Danda. Today we will have an opportunity to enjoy the hot springs which is just a 15-20 minute downhill walk from Jhinu Danda to soothe our aching body. Overnight in Jhinu Danda.
This day, enjoying the amazing hills of western Nepal, we end our trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara. Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.
You will be transferred to Pokhara airport one hour before your flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, you will be received by one of our representative and transfer to your hotel in Patan. Today you will be staying in beautiful traditional style hotel in Patan- the city of fine arts and architecture.
Today you have free time to explore beautiful city on your own. Some of the closest places to visit around Patan city are Patan Durbar Square, Patan Museum ,Golden temple, Mahaboudha temple etc.
Similary, depending upon your time availability and interets you can also visit other places like Bungamati and Khokana village or other heritage sites like Boudhanath, Pashupatinath etc which is 30 min drive and you can easily get taxi to reach there.
Or please let us know if you would like us to arrange private tour for you with a local tour guide who can share with you interesting and untold stories about the culture and history of the place you would like to visit.
Today is your departure day. Himalayan Namobuddha’s representative will drop you to Airport 3 hours before scheduled flight. It’s time to bid Nepal farewell visit and appreciate your visit to our country Nepal. Hopefully we shall meet again.
Note: Above itinerary can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements. Please let us know whether you would like to make shorter or longer or any other further changes in above itinerary. We will provide you details accordingly.
Package Includes
All airport transfers by private vehicle
Deluxe accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast on twin sharing
Traditional accommodation in Patan with breakfast on twin sharing
Welcome dinner in one of the authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Domestic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
All necessary government taxes
During the trek
Accommodation in local teahouse / lodge
Full board meal (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
English speaking experienced trekking guide and all his expenses
Local trekking porter and all his expenses
Insurance of trekking guide and porter
All necessary transfers by private vehicle as mentioned
All necessary trekking permit and paper works
First aid kit
Guided trekking map
Package Excludes
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverage, snacks etc.
Extra cost of drinks, shower, battery re-charge,wifi etc. during the trek
Personal clothing and gears
Personal travel insurance covering emergency heli evacuation (mandatory)
Tips to guide (Expected but not mandatory)
Cancellation or additional cost raised by landslide, weather, political unrest, illness etc which are not under our control.
Services which are not mentioned above.
Wish you a wonderful Himalayan experience with us!!!