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Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most beautiful trekking packages in Nepal with loads of fun and adventure. This trek offers you beautiful views of snow-capped mountains.
The trek puts together the exploration of many villages on the way along with their unique culture. It is a shorter and easier trek in comparison to other high-altitude treks.
Annapurna Base Camp trek explores the lush forests and local villages on many occasions. The bio-diversity of the Annapurna Conservation Area is also an attraction.
Likewise, the panorama of the Annapurna, Machhapuchhre or Fishtail, Lamjung, Mardi Himal, and Nilgiri ranges are the highlight of the trek. The ABC trek heads to the base camps of two mountains: namely, Annapurna I (8091m) and Mt. Fishtail (6997m).
The trip begins as you drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Another short drive to Siwai signals the start of the trek.
Trekking along the Modi River, you pass Chhomrong and head to Bamboo. The teahouses and human settlements start to thin out while you make your way to Deurali.
Thereafter, the trip meets alpine vegetation when trekking toward the Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
The view of Mt. Fishtail (6997m) is surreal from the base camp. Further, a challenging trail leads to the Annapurna Base Camp. Here, the Annapurna Himalayas surround the base camp and offer a blissful environment.
As the descent begins, you make a stop at the natural hot springs of Jhinu Danda and head to Pokhara.
Highlights
Explore the numerous natural landmarks of the Pokhara valley
Observe the panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges along with Mt. Machhapuchhre (6997m)
Enjoy Gurung culture and hospitality on the trek
Trek through the enchanting Annapurna Conservation Area
Itinerary
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Day 1:
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
You will arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport where a company representative will come to greet you. Then, you will proceed to your hotel where you can rest. Later, you can also go around the block for explorations. You can go shop for souvenirs or go for experiencing the city atmosphere.
Accommodation
3 star hotel
Meals
Welcome Dinner
Maximum Altitude
1300m
Day 2:
Drive or fly to Pokhara.
Day 3:
Drive to Siwai by bus and trek to Chhomrong.
Day 4:
Trek to Bamboo. Walking 6 hours.
Day 5:
Trek to Deurali. Walking 5 hours.
Day 6:
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp. Walking 4/5 hours.
Day 7:
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo. Walking 6 hours,
Day 8:
Bamboo to Jhinu Danda, walking 6 hours
Day 9:
Trek to Siwai and drive back to Pokhara , 5 hours walk and 2.30 hours' drive
Day 10:
Drive to Kathmandu by private vehicle 7 hours (Option: private transport or domestic flight) |Farewell Dinner
Day 11:
Transfer to airport for final departure
Cost Details
Airport picks up and drop by private vehicle.
3 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast basis.
2 nights’ accommodation in Pokhara with a bed and breakfast basis.
Kathmandu sightseeing by Private guide and private transportation
Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by private transportation.
All ground transportation by private vehicle.
Your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek.
All necessary paper works, conservation area, and restricted area entry permits.
All accommodations in hotels, lodges/tea houses during the trek.
An experienced Government licensed guide and porters.
Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
Farewell dinner with typical Nepali restaurant
All government taxes.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek map
Useful Info
Difficulty or Trip grade: Physical Fitness and Health
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) is rated as a "Moderate-Difficult trek." The distance for the hiking section is shorter compared to EBC. Trekkers can expect to be walking for about 5 to 7 hrs a day and taking regular breaks.
This trek can be taxing where you will meet steep routes and have to walk uphill and downhill. Moreover, you will be hiking on long straight roads and climbing the stairs. It would be an advantage for those who have previous experience in trekking in the Himalayan region. Moreover, trekkers with good physical fitness and good health are capable of going to ABC trek. To achieve a fit body you have to prepare your body 8 to 12 weeks before trekking. Increasing cardio endurance will improve your stamina, increase oxygen intake and build your body strength.
We forbid the clients who have a medical history of lung, heart, and any kind of blood disease and should inform us or consult their doctor before booking the trek.
Accommodation and Amenities
Annapurna region has plenty of lodges/teahouses on the trekking routes with basic facilities. Furthermore, you will find better quality lodges at the lower elevation of the Annapurna region (Chomrong, Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Jhinu Danda), where they have private rooms with attached bathrooms. As you ascend higher the quality of lodges declines. At the higher elevation of the Annapurna region (ABC, Bamboo, Tadapani, or above) they generally have twin sharing rooms and shared bathrooms which are mostly outside. However, you will have a warm, clean and comfortable bed throughout the journey. Most of the lodges on ABC routes have squats toilets but western-style toilets are also available nowadays.
Hot shower facilities are also available on the lodges and it will cost US$ 2 to 5 peruse. The price will increase with the altitude. A bucket shower is most common in trekking areas, a bucket filled with hot water will be placed in the bathroom.
We will provide accommodation for 3 nights in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara in a hotel with a bed and breakfast basis only. Moreover, your room will have an attached bathroom, 24hrs hot-water shower facility, TV, Wi-Fi, and laundry services. To ensure the comfortable and relaxing stay of our clients before and after the trek we have chosen the best service providing hotels for your overnight stay.
Wi-Fi service is offered by the lodges for a small charge. Most of the Annapurna region teahouses have electricity through which you can charge your batteries and devices but you have to pay an extra cost for the services.
Food and drinking water on ABC trek
ABC trek is very taxing and needs a lot of physical energy, making your body feel exhausted. To re-energize and fuel your body, you need nutritious meals to keep going. You will have a variety of food options including local, western, and Asian cuisine, but the menu items get shorter and more expensive as we trek higher. However, lodges/tea houses served warm, wholesome, and nourishing food.
There are a lot of breakfast, lunches, and dinner options for you to choose from. Some of the items are as follows:
Breakfast
Pancakes, Eggs, Corn Flakes, Tibetan bread or chapati, Oatmeal, French toast, Toast with peanut butter, butter, jam, honey, cheese, Muesli, Bread, Local Tsampa porridge, Vegetables, Fruits, Hot drinks (varieties of coffee, teas, hot chocolate, etc)
Lunch and Dinner
Steaks, Macaroni dishes, Momo (dumpling), Sandwiches, Dhal, bhat (rice)and Tarkari, Pasta, Sherpa stew, Tibetan bread, Variety of Soups, Thenthuk Spaghetti Noodle, Potatoes items, Thukpa, Vegetable curry, Snacks (Papad, Prawn), Desserts (Rice pudding, Apple pie, etc), pizza (Tomato, Mushroom, Mixed), Hard drinks, egg/chicken/meat dishes, etc
All your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek are provided (included in the package) but you only have to pay for your snacks and table drinks (alcoholic/nonalcoholic beverages).
Eating fresh vegetables and drinking liquids such as teas (ginger tea, green tea, lemon tea, and hot lemon) and garlic soup are highly recommended for high-altitude treks. Avoid meat (non-veg items) throughout the trekking journey as meat is not hygienic and healthy enough to consume. Trekkers should also avoid alcoholic drinks, dairy products like cheese items, hot chocolate, and caffeinated items.
Lodges supply boiled water for drinking at a cost. Since plastic bottles are banned in the Annapurna region, you cannot buy or take bottled water (mineral water). Moreover, you can either buy and fill your water bottle with boiled water from lodges or filter water with water purifying pills or gadgets.
When to go for an ABC trek?
It’s possible to hike to ABC all year round but Annapurna Base Camp Trek weather can be a problematic factor for the trekkers. To get the best views and fewer challenges for your comfort while hiking, we advised you to travel in favorable weather conditions. Despite limited views and bad weather, thrill-seekers and adventurers hike during the winter and monsoon seasons as well. So, Eternal Himalaya operates the trek throughout the year for enthusiastic trekkers. Spring and Autumn are the most suitable seasons to hike for ABC because during this time the trekkers can enjoy spectacular vistas with clear sky and a good atmosphere.
Here is a summary of the weather conditions during different seasons of Annapurna Base Camp region’s high altitude:
Spring season (March-May)
Spring is considered to be the most favorable season for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, and the busiest trekking season starts after March and by April. During these months of spring, the climate becomes mild and temperate along with less rainfall which makes the perfect trekking condition. Then the temperature rises slowly from mid-March up to mid-May. At this time, ABC's temperature rises and falls between 10°C to 0°C. Compared to the upper regions, the lower regions are warmer.
Pre-monsoon weather is moderate with the unclouded skies and trekkers can enjoy the crystal clear mountain vistas along with a suitable atmosphere and good visibility. The trek route looks inviting as various beautiful rare Himalayan flowers bloom such as rhododendron flowers of red, white, and pink colors.
Summer season (June-August)
In Nepal, June to August is the summer season which happens to coincide with the monsoon. The day temperature usually ranges from 10 to 23°C at high altitudes and comparatively gets colder at night ranging from 5 to 10°C.
The temperature is high at high elevation and yet the trails are wet and slippery because of heavy rainfall making it more dangerous to trek. Afternoons are cloudy and clouds fade away at night but mornings are often clear. The vegetation flourishes during summer and adds greenery to nature.
Autumn season (September-November)
Due to low precipitation, moderate temperature, and mild wind, it's one of the perfect seasons to trek to ABC. At the time of this season, the day will be sunny as the sun shines brightly with clear faded clouds providing good visibility to admire awesome views of the mountain scenery. The skies at night are even clear and you will be granted a glorious night sky.
In early September the monsoon will be over then the day's weather will fluctuate between warm to mild. During the daytime temperature will reach up to 20°C whereas the nights are colder with around 5°C temperatures.
The green vegetation dried, faded its color, and turned to golden/ amber landscapes. The contrast against the blue skies complements each other. You can also enjoy the festivals of Dashain and Tihar around this time.
Winter season (December-February)
ABC trek during winter is quite popular among the trekkers. Although it's cold to trek during this season, some passionate hikers are thrilled about it. In winters the temperature can drop extremely low to -10°C. The weather in the Himalayans can frequently change as it is unpredictable. The coldest begins in December and lasts to early February. After late February, the weather slowly warms up.
Daytimes are warm with enough sunlight compared to nighttime. Then winter skies are usually clear and mountain views are covered with snow caps looking at their best despite being the coldest month. It's better not to trek in this season, especially the beginners.
Travel Insurance
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is full of adventure and along the way your journey gets exciting and a bit challenging. With these great adventures and challenges come potential risk factors such as altitude sickness, other unforeseen events, sudden climate change, natural disasters like avalanches, landslides, etc. The risks involved during trekking are unpredictable, so it’s better to have travel insurance ready before booking the trek. All the trekkers are required to provide a copy of their complete travel insurance policy to Eternal Himalaya. The policy of the travel insurance must cover emergency medical and medical repatriation - including helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitudes (up to 6,000m).
Eternal Himalaya does not sell insurance policies. However, we can recommend insurance companies to assist you based on your (client’s) experiences.
Our clients must send their detailed insurance information after booking the trek. In case of emergencies, Eternal Himalaya will use your insurance policy and information documents to deploy a helicopter to bring you back safely from a high altitude. These travel insurance documents help us to quickly arrange rescue operations effectively, transfer for emergency medical help, etc. Please make sure to check whether your insurance policy includes the cost of mountain rescue service while trekking at the highest elevation.
Before buying travel insurance, the clients must call and recheck to ensure that insurance companies have helicopter rescue and evacuation up to 6000m. Don't trust what insurance companies have shown on their websites.
Safety Precaution for Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp is a very popular trek among trekkers and has always grabbed the attention of adventurers, mountaineers, thrill-seekers, and rock climbers all around the whole world.
The trails are demanding at some point; nevertheless, Eternal Himalayas will make sure to take care of their clients and make them feel secure, comfortable, and safe throughout their journey.
As our guides have undertaken an intensive Wilderness First Aid Training.
Trek leaders/Guides are very professional in their work and can tackle any difficulties.
Carry first aid boxes which contain necessary medication, good quality gloves, masks, sanitizers, bandages, etc.
Throughout the trek, they will motivate and encourage you.
Keep tabs on Food and Accommodation for hygiene.
Nepal Tourist Visa Info :
All foreigners, excluding Indian nationals, will require a visa to enter Nepal. However, European countries can obtain visas on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Ktm, Nepal.
Passport validity is required for at least 6 months and should be beyond the total duration of the trip. Also, require a passport size photo for visa application. The cost of a Nepal Tourist Visa differs according to the number of days it is issued for. The Nepal Tourist Visa fee is USD 30 for up to 15 days. For up to 30 days the visa costs USD 50 whereas the visa fee for 90 days costs USD 125.
Citizens of SAARC and China will receive a free visa. Some countries' citizens may not receive an on-arrival visa and these countries are Ghana, Swaziland, Cameroon, Liberia, Ethiopia, Palestine, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Therefore, nationals from these countries can contact their local Nepalese embassy.
For more information related to visas search at https://www.immigration.gov.np/
Immunization Certificate/Vaccination
Vaccination against malaria, cholera, yellow fever, tetanus, typhoid/paratyphoid, BCG tuberculosis, hepatitis, meningitis, rabies, dengue fever, giardia, and polio are recommended by us. However, the requirements for the vaccination keep changing depending upon the situation. In case of any current changes in vaccination requirements, you have to be up to date and check the situation of the place before traveling. Consult your doctor or GP at least 2 months before the trek about the immunization you require to travel safely.
The travelers must submit the ‘Fully Vaccinated Covid-19' immunization certificate.
Currency Exchange in Nepal
Nepali currency (Rupee) is a closed currency; therefore, you can only exchange your foreign currency upon arrival in Nepal. Since US dollars are widely accepted, we suggest traveling with US dollars. The majority of banks do not accept a foreign currency that is old, torn, or faded. It is advisable to carry new, clean and untorn notes to obtain the local currency ‘Nepali Rupees (NPR)’.
The foreign currency can be converted through local banks or a bank ATM and authorized ‘’Money Changers’’ or ‘’Foreign Exchangers (FOREX)’’ around Thamel in Kathmandu. Alternatively, you can exchange a small amount of cash at all the hotels in Kathmandu too. Every morning the money changers will post the ongoing rates on their board which is placed outside of the store. The rates don't vary that much from store to store.
Some of the ATMs are open 24 hrs a day and accept the international card; moreover, most ATMs will charge a usage fee on each transaction. Cash from ATMs is given out in Nepali currency (NPR) only. In Nepal, there is a limit on how much amount of cash you can withdraw per transaction. If you are using a foreign card, the maximum limit of withdrawal amount will be 35,000 for a 500 rupees processing fee. However, the withdrawal amount varies depending on the bank and the limits often range from 10,000 NPR to 30,000 NPR.
A service fee charge of 4% or more will be imposed depending upon the banks if you utilize the money exchange facility at financial institutions and banks.
On the trek, there are no money exchange services or banks. Furthermore, there are some ATMs available in Jomsom on the Annapurna circuit trek but are not reliable. So, we suggest you exchange your foreign currency in Kathmandu or Pokhara before you depart for the trek, as you will get a more favorable exchange rate. Plus, it is a far more convenient, easier, and safer option. Since the tea houses/lodges of trekking regions prefer local currency, we recommend you to take a sufficient amount of Nepali currency on the trek for personal expenses.
# We advised you to avoid the airports and hotels to make your currency exchanges, for the best rate.
Trekking in-group/singles
We handle all group sizes whether it be small (private trek) or large size trekking groups. Group discount is applicable when your group consists of more than 5 people and should have your person (family, friends, or colleagues) in the team otherwise the price remains the same for private touring or group joining. If you are interested in joining the fixed group for this trip please keep checking the departure link when it's available we will send you complete info (date and price) related to the trek or you can book an entire private trip at a reasonable cost. Every group will be led by a team leader/ guide and one porter for two trekkers. In case your group exceeds