Journey details
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) is one of the most popular trekking destinations in Nepal. Lying in Nepal's most popular region, Annapurna Region, the base camp is situated at an altitude of 4,130 meters. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a short and comforting trek in comparison to other higher elevation treks, offering lots of opportunities for exploring, experiencing, and enjoying, the mystical world of the Himalayas.
After you arrive in Kathmandu, you will be driven to Pokhara and then to Nayapul. From Nayapul, your trek begins passing through Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Tadapani, Chhomrong, Himalayan Hotel, Macchapuchhre Base Camp (MBC), and then you finally reach Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). After this, you trek down to Bamboo, Jhinu Danda until finally reaching Nayapul from where you will be driven to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu. The whole trek is completed within 13 days.
The trekking trail takes you through the beautiful Rhododendron forests, native Gurung villages, diverse flora and fauna, higher elevated wondering landscapes with amazing views of Annapurna Range and cascading waterfalls. You can capture 360-degree views of Annapurna ranges, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and Macchapuchhre from the base camp of the peak.
ABC Trek provides a tour of picturesque landscape. The trail to Annapurna Base Camp Trek also passes through the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) which is a rich storehouse of Himalayan biodiversity. Along the ABC Trek trails, you will encounter a mix of ethnic groups, especially the Gurung. Likewise, in this trek, you get to cover not one but two base camps at the cost of one. Passing MBC and ABC makes for an absolutely rare experience.
February to Mid-June and September to November are the best time for this trek, although the trek can be done any time of the year. You will need two types of permits to undertake this trek which is the Trekkers' Information Management Systems (TIMS) and ACAP Permit. TIMS cost USD 20 per person for individual tourists and USD 10 per person if group trekking. ACAP permit cost USD 30 per person. This is a moderate grade trek so as long as you are a reasonable fit, a person without prior experience can also tackle the trek.
Himalayan Adventure Treks will provide necessary guidelines about major factors about this trip for making your journey adventurous. We will manage the necessary porters and guides for you for more exploration. You don’t have to worry about any logistical hassle because we take care of it all.
Trip Highlights
The ABC Trek takes you close to the Annapurna Massif consisting of 30 peaks. This also includes the 10 th highest mountain in the world, Annapurna I (8,091 m/ 26,545 ft).
A chance to walk past the largest rhododendron forests in Nepal and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project, a rich storehouse of Himalayan biodiversity.
A chance to encounter a mix of ethnic groups especially, the Gurung ethnic groups.
Relatively less costly trip despite the amazing experience.
A chance to cover two base camps at the cost of one - the Annapurna Base Camp and Macchapuchhre Base Camp.
Accommodations
We will be staying at Tourist standard hotels in Pokhara and Kathmandu and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. And Single supplement will be served on request and will have an additional cost. We will have rooms with attached washrooms in most parts of the trek but according to place it can be afforded. In higher elevations, single rooms are not available like in Kathmandu and the lower elevation regions but Himalayan Adventure Nepal will do our best for your happiness.
Meals
All meals will be served during hiking, while Kathmandu and Pokhara only offer breakfast. The hotel will also offer a welcome and farewell dinner. The most common dishes on most menus are Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian and the most common Continental.
Can I accomplish this trek?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderate trek suitable for trekkers who can walk at least 6-7 hours a day with a light backpack. You do not have any technical skill except your perfect physical health. To accomplish this trek you need to have basic good health, However, it is always best to start jogging and exercising regularly at least a month before commencing the actual trek. If you have any disease please kindly inform to Himalayan Adventure Nepal .
Best Time to Travel
Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and spring (March to May) are the best seasons for this trek. If you have some other time than this we can customize and make the trip viable.
Additional Information
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip. If you have some query please directly call us at any time. Your happiness is our success.
Day by day
Detailed itinerary.
Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Note: If you are arriving after 4:00 p.m., our guide will inform you of the trip, which will be your line before the meeting, so be sure to make all the problems. But if you arrive before 4 pm, your pre-trip meeting will take place in the day's office. During the meeting, we will present your leadership / difficulties guide. For meetings, be sure to bring your passport, three passport photos and a legible copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, clear the balance owed (if applicable) and signs a legally binding travel form with a disclaimer.
Overnight at a hotel. No meals included.
Day 2 Drive to Pokhara in a tourist bus (827m) - 6/7-hour drive
Day 3 Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1540m) 2-hour drive, 4/5-hour hike
Day 4 Trek to Ghorepani (2874m) - 5/6 hours
Day 5 Hike to Poon Hill (3210m) and Trek to Tadapani (2590m) - 6/7 hours
Day 6 Trek to Chhomrong (2210m) - 5/6 hour
Day 7 Trek to Himalaya Hotel (2600 m) - 6/7 hour
Day 8 Trek to MBC through ABC (4130m) - 5/6 hour
Day 9 Trek to Bamboo (2340m) - 5/6 hour
Day 10 Trek to Jhinu Danda (1780m) - 5/6 hour
Tatopani Hot spring is believed to have healing power and to take away the aches and pains of the body. The location could not be any better as it provides perfect timing to get relief from the aches brought down from the trek.
Day 11 Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara (827m) - 3-hour hike/ 2-hour drive
Day 12 Drive to Kathmandu (1400m) – 6/7 hour
Day 13 Departure from Kathmandu (1400m)
Your trip price
What your journey covers.
Cost Included
- Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
- Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast (2 nights).
- Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a tourist standard hotel in Pokhara including breakfast (2 nights).
- Guesthouse / Lodge accommodation during the trek
- All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) followed by cup of Tea/Coffee.
- Local English-speaking trekking guide having licensed. An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
- The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project(ACAP) Fees and TIMS card fees for trekking.
- Himalayan Adventure Nepal T-shirt, bag and Hat.
- Official expenses.
- Welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepali restaurant with cultural program.
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu by Deluxe Tourist Bus
- Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable
- Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
- All government and local taxes
- Farewell Dinner
Cost Not Included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. Except special welcome and farewell dinner.
- Travel Insurance (compulsory!), which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa - You can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 30 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 and 125 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)
- Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
- Personal trekking equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
- Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
- Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
- Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
- Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control
- Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the 'Cost Includes' section.
