ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP SHORT TREK – 12 DAYS

Overview

Trip Name:  Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek
Destination: Nepal
Duration: 11 Days
Highest Altitude: 4130m/13545ft
Trek Grade: Moderate
Group Size: 1 – 20
Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara; and Tea House during Trek.
Best Season: February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, December

Trip Introduction:

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek also referred as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek has a stunning route that follows the Modi Khola (River) Valley up to the Annapurna South base camp. The base camp is located in a beautiful natural bowl formed by a ring of eight 7000+ Himalayan peaks. As the trek progresses, it passes through a huge variety of landscapes as the altitude increases until the glaciers of the Himalaya are reached at the sanctuary.

The Annapurna Region in central Nepal is the most geographically and culturally diverse region for trekking. The area boasts a variety of diverse cultures, tribes and castes including Brahmins, Chettris, Newars, Gurungs, Magars, Manangis and Tibetans. This area has sub-tropical lowlands, valleys, forests of bamboo, oak and rhododendron, alpine meadows, windswept desert plateaus and towering Annapurna Mountains. This area has the world’s deepest river gorge, Kali Gandaki, lying some 6900 metres (22,563 ft.) that lies below Annapurna I , (World’s eighth highest mountain) and the Fishtail mountain. The area is home to over 440 species of birds and animals like the marten deer, Langur (monkey) and the elusive snow leopard. This is a short trek designed for travellers with lesser number of days in Nepal. Our standard ABC trek is 14 days.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2: Drive to Pokhara (800m) – 7 hours
Day 3: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk (1940m) – 25 minutes flight, 2 hours drive & 3 to 4 hours trek
Day 4: Trek to Chhomrong (2170m) – 5 to 6 hours
Day 5: Trek to Bamboo (2310m) – 4 to 5 hours
Day 6: Trek to Deurali (3230m) – 3 to 4 hours
Day 7: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via MBC (3700m) – 4 to 5 hours
Day 8: Trek to Bamboo (2310m) – 7 to 8 hours
Day 9: Trek to Jhinu Danda (1760m) – 5 to 6 hours
Day 10: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara – 4 hours trek & 1.5 hour drive
Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu – 7 hours
Day 12: Departure to Airport

Detail Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)

Upon arrival at International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed by our representatives and transferred to hotel. After the trip briefing you are free and easy to spend time on your own.  You may wish to do some shopping of trekking gears such as pants, trousers, t shirts, jacket, trekking boats, hats, caps, globes, water bottles etc which are found everywhere in Thamel at a reasonable price. In the evening we will proceed for welcome dinner hosted by our company. (Dinner included)

Day 02: Drive to Pokhara (800m) – 7 hours drive

After breakfast, we will start our drive to Pokhara which is approx 6 to 7 hours from Kathmandu. Pokhara is a beautiful valley surrounded by Annapurna Range and Fishtail Mountain. Pokhara is also famous for lakes and its natural beauty. Pokhara is the starting place for many beautiful treks of Nepal. Upon arriving in Pokhara, check in to hotel and free time to rest or have a nice walk in the beautiful lake side area.

Day 3: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk (1940m) – 2 hours drive & 3 to 4 hours trek

Today morning we will drive to Nayapul and commence our trek to Ghandruk. Our trek starts by following a trail alongside the Modi Khola (River). Trekking along the green vegetations and beautiful village sights we will reach Ghandruk. Ghandruk is beautiful village in the hills of Annapurna region which is inhabited by the Gurung People. We can see many traditional village styled houses there. The place commands beautiful views of Himalayas and beautiful villages. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 4: Trek to Chhomrong (2170m) – 5 to 6 hours

We leave the beautiful village of Ghandruk and walk ahead for an hour to reach Kimrungdanda from where we can have amazing views of Annapurna South, Mt. Fishtail, Huichuli and Gangapurna. Then we continue our trek descending towards Kimrong Khola and walk up to Chere Danda. After a short walk we will reach the beautiful village of Chhomrong. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 5: Trek to Bamboo (2310m) – 4 to 5 hours

After breakfast we will start our trek to Bamboo. The path to bamboo is mostly of stone steps before we reach Chhomrong Khola. We then cross the bridge and trek uphill to reach Sinuwa. Rest for a while in Sinuwa and we start our trek again for Bamboo crossing a beautiful forest. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 6: Trek to Deurali (3230m) – 3 to 4 hours

Toda we will walk in the bamboo forest before reaching Himalaya Hotel. The bamboo forest is cold and damp as sun is not visible due to the thick forest. But after Himalaya hotel we will come out on the sun again. We will walk on a steep way to a much drier forest before reaching Hinku cave.  From this point we will find the trail closer to the river before climbing to Deurali. This place has best scenery of today’s trek. We will walk further more to reach Deurali. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 7: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via MBC (3700m) – 4 to 5 hours

Today we climb past the Machhapuchhare Base Camp (MBC) which isn’t really a base camp since climbing the mountain is not permitted to reach Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). This area is called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by mountains. From here it is a two-hour trek to Annapurna Base camp, which is the main destination of our trek. The place offers spectacular views of amazing mountains sceneries. We enjoy the mesmerizing views of Machhapuchre (Fishtail), Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Huichuli and many other peaks. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 8: Trek to Bamboo (2310m) – 7 to 8 hours

Today we will trek back to Bamboo which will be a long days trek. It will take around 7 to 8 hours to reach Bamboo from ABC. Most of the part of the trek is downhill today. Enjoy the beautiful sceneries as you trek down to reach Bamboo. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 9: Trek to Jhinu Danda (1760m) – 5 to 6 hours

Today we will walk for around 5 to 6 hours to reach Jhinu Danda. We will trek down to Chhomrong then continue to Jhinu Danda. There is a hot spring near our destination today, so if you wish to relax in the hot spring, you can visit once we reach Jhinu Danda. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)

Day 10: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara – 4 hours trek & 2 hour drive

As we are coming to an end of a beautiful trekking trip, today we will walk back to Nayapul where we first started our trek. It will take around 4 hours to reach Nayapul. There our vehicle will be waiting for us to drive us back to Pokhara which will take around 2 hours. On reaching Pokhara, check in to your hotel and free time to explore Lake side area on your own. (Breakfast & Lunch included)

Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu – 7 hours

After breakfast, we will drive back to Kathmandu enjoying the beautiful sceneries and crossing many hills and rivers. After reaching Kathmandu check in to your hotel and you have short time to refresh. In the evening we will proceed for a farewell dinner with cultural show in a traditional Nepalese restaurants hosted by our company to celebrate the successful completion of your trek. (Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 12: Departure to Airport

Today you are free until your departure time to Airport. You can rest or relax or do shopping if you have some time. Our representative will come to pick you up 3 hours prior to departure time and transfer you to Airport. Have a good flight back home with beautiful Himalayan memories of Nepal. (Breakfast included)

Package Includes

• 02 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu inclusive of breakfast on a twin shared basis
• 02 nights’ accommodation in Pokhara inclusive of breakfast on a twin shared basis
• 07 nights’ accommodation during trek in a Tea House on a twin shared basis
• All meals while on trek (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
• Airport – Hotel – Airport Transfers (Arrival & Departure)
• English speaking Trek leader/Guide
• Porters to carry your bags (1 porter for 2 guests)
• Sleeping bags
• Food, Accommodation, Salary, Insurance and equipment’s for all staffs
• All necessary permits for the trek
• Medical Kit (carried by guide)
• Welcome and Farewell dinner
• All ground transfers on a comfortable private vehicle
• Government, hotel and all applicable taxes

Package Excludes:

• International Airfare and taxes
• Compulsory Travel Insurance with rescue and emergency evacuation
• Nepal Entry visa (Visa is obtained in Nepal Airport immigration on arrival. USD 30 per visa for 15 days
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara
• All items of personal nature like telephone bills, laundry, drink etc.
• Items such as hot water for shower/drinking; Mobile phone and camera charging etc will be extra during trek.
• Tipping to guide and driver
• Any other item that is not mentioned in the Cost includes list.