Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 14 Days

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01Arrival and transfer to hotel in KathmanduUpon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, the Adventure Himalayan representatives will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. After refreshment, you will be briefed in short about your tour by our guide or tour leader. If you have any questions or doubts about your trip then they should be asked and clarified at this time. Overnight stay at hotel.
• Day 02Free day in Kathmandu or sightseeing around valleyKathmandu Valley includes several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Pashupatinath (famous Hindu temple and cremation ground) Boudhanath (massive Buddhist stupa). We can also visit Swyambhunath, also known as Monkey Temple, which was built roughly 2000 years ago. Finally, we can visit Patan, city of fine arts. In the afternoon, you will be meeting with your trekking guide and will check all the necessary things. Overnight stay at the hotel.
• Day 03Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (1,000m)Drive to Pokhara
  The region is very scenic with terraced fields and colorful villages. We pass fields of rice and rocky bottomed rivers and there is an ever present majestic backdrop of the Himalayas. We spend the rest of the day preparing for the trek and wandering around this beautiful city.
• Day 04Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, walk to TikhedhungaDriving to Nayapul from Pokhara, the trek begins through the terraced hillside. It is bound within the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). A 3-hour trek leads you to Tikhedhunga, passing the paddy fields and enjoying the scenery of the Bhurungdi Khola. Overnight at lodge.
• Day 05Tikhedhunga to GhorepaniThe trek begins by ascending the steep uphill trail for about a couple of hours to Ulleri. Then it goes through the rhododendron forest. After having lunch at Banthanti, the trail leads gradually to Ghorepani, a Magar dominated village, which is located at the middle of the rhododendron forest. Overnight at lodge.
• Day 06Ghorepani - Poon Hill to Tadapani (2,600m)Rise early to climb up Poon Hill to watch a magnificent sunrise over the Himalayas. Approx 6 hours trekking
  Our trail today is one of the most glorious imaginable. First we rise early to climb Poon Hill for the most incredible sunrise that you will ever see. The views are the same as the previous afternoon but the sunrise adds a further dimension and many travelers will consider this to be one of the main highlights of the trip. We return to Ghorepani for breakfast before continuing, climbing steadily through rhododendron forest.
  Once we have reached the top of the ridge we continue walking through the forest with lovely views of Dhaulagiri poking through the trees. We start to descend and continue downhill through lush forests. We follow the river and continue down for several hours. After a final ascent we then arrive in Tadapani where we stay in a teahouse with stunning views of Annapurna South, Machapuchhare and down the valley to the horizon.
• Day 07Tadapani to Chomorong (2,000m)The trail is steep downhill from Tadapani, which leads you through the rhododendron forest. Crossing the stream, you climb to the next green hill ridge. Chhomrung is located on a gorgeous terraced hillside, which is a large Gurung village. Overnight at lodge.
• Day 08Chomorong to Doban (2500m) or to Deurali (3300m)We continue uphill to Doban. Approx 6 -7 hours trekking
  Following the river bank and with a continual up and down, you trek further to Himalaya from Chomorong. On the way, you cross the landslide area and the rhododendron forest. The stone paved trail is easy to deal with but tiresome. We reach to the juncture of two streams, which is called Dovan and we take a rest. If we still have enough energy, we can continue onto Deurali. Overnight at lodge.
• Day 09Doban or Deurali to Annapurna base camp (ABC) (4100m)We have a challenging day of trekking as we ascend through the gates of the sanctuary to Machapuchare Base Camp and continuing on to Annapurna Base Camp. (3600m) Approx. 6-7 hours trekking
  The Annapurna Sanctuary is a natural amphitheater of mountains at the heart of the Annapurna region. The trail initially follows the Modi Khola river and continues along a rocky path to Hinko Cave. We ascend steadily with great views of steep-sided mountains and the majestic Glacier Dome mountain at the top of the valley. Finally, after several hours, we pass through the gates of the sanctuary where we are rewarded with a 360° view of the Annapurna giants. The trail is not especially steep but many trekkers find this a difficult ascent due to the altitude. Take it slowly and make sure that you drink lots of water. From ABC itself you can see Machapuchare (6,997m), Annapurna 1 (7,219m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Hinchuli (6,441m), Annapurna 3 (7,555m), Tent Peak (5,663m), Gandharba Chuli (6,250m), Gangapurna (7,454m), Annapurna Frank (7,647m), Khangsha Kang (7,485m) and Glacier Dome (7,193m). The feeling of achievement after reaching the Base Camp, combined with the extraordinarily beautiful views, make this a very special day.
• Day 10Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2500m)Retracing our steps, we return along the only route to Bamboo. Approx 7 hours trekking
  There is only one route in and out of the Sanctuary, and today we return the way that we came, steadily descending. Bamboo is 1600m lower than ABC so you should be prepared for a hard day on your knees. The views are beautiful and you see the valley unfold in a new direction. It is also interesting to see the change in scenery from the snowy rocks of the base camps, past steep-sided rocky mountains, then later into rhododendron and bamboo forest, lush with foliage and rivers. Bamboo is a small village with pleasant tea houses.
• Day 11Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1750m)Descend to Chomrong and continue to Jhinu Hot Spring where we can enjoy a hot spring bath. Approx. 6 hours trekking
  We continue back down the valley on a gently undulating path with lovely views before descending steeply to the Chomrong Khola. From here the path ascends steeply to Chomorong before descending again to Jhinu. About 20 minutes walk downhill from Jhinu are some hot springs (about 105°F) where you can relax and soothe and heal your muscles.
• Day 12To Birethanti then to PokharaOur last full day trekking, we follow the route to the bank of Modi khola . Approx 6 hours trekking and one hour by private vehicle to Pokhara
  We follow the bank of river. The views back up the valley to Annapurna South are absolutely breathtaking with green terraced hills topped by snowy peaks. Our path then continues on through farmland .
  Pokhara is set in a lovely valley at the foot of the Machapuchhare so you get spectacular views of the mountains from all parts of the town. There are some nice short walks or bicycle rides from Pokhara, or you can swim/canoe on Lake Phewa or just watch the last rays of the sun stream across the dip in the mountains that hold the lake. Along the lakeside road there is a continuous stretch of small hotels, restaurants and shops.
• Day 13Return back to Kathmandu by tourist bus 6-7 hoursFrom Pokhara, take a drive by the tourist bus through the Prithvi Highway. After 6 hrs, you reach to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. Take a rest and walk around the tourist street. Overnight at hotel.
• Day 14Departure from NepalWe will transport you to the airport. Thanks for trekking with Adventure Himalayan Travels. We look forward to seeing you again!