Overview
Trip Overview
The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is well known for being Nepal's most breathtaking destination and international tourist. This fine joey gives you a rare opportunity to go yourself to the culture, lifestyle, and traditions of the Himalayas while taking some of the most stunning natural landscapes. The trek begins with a tremendous 30-minute flight or a seven-hour drive to the great city of Pokhara, often known as adventure officially begins, marking the beginning of your journey to Annapurna Base Camp at an altitude of 4,130 meters.
As you go through the great route, you'll be treated to the West Nepal landscape's fine views, characterized by diverse terrains and dramatic shifts at altitude. The trek passes through the various villages inhabited by the Magar, Thakali, Tamang, and the famed Gurung communities, each offering a rare cultural experience and fine hospitality. You will encounter great forests filled with fine rhododendrons and pine trees along the way. In a similar vein of time, the great snowy peaks of the Annapurna range give a great eye-catching backdrop throughout the journey.
TOP TREK MOMENTS
Highlights
Trip Duration
- 15 days
Maximum Elevation
- 4130 meters
Transport Facility
- Bus/Car/Flight
Difficulty Level
- Moderate
Accommodation Facility
- Tea House
Meals Provided
- Breakfast at Pokhara and Kathmandu and all three main meals while trekking
Favourable Season
- Feb to May and Sept to Dec
Group Size
- One to thirty
Communication Facility
- Available
DAY BY DAY
Detailed Itinerary
ROUTE VISUAL
Google Map
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Detailed Inclusions
- Airport pickup and drop off facility
- Accommodation facility at a three-star hotel at Kathmandu and Pokhara inclusive of breakfast
- Accommodation facility in a teahouse inclusive of all three main meals while trekking
- Delicious farewell dinner
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu via tourist coach
- Experienced guide proficient in English and porters (one for two clients); covers salary, equipment, insurance, food, lodging, and flight
- Important permits and paperwork (TIMS, ACAP)
- Medical kit
- Government as well as local taxes
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Detailed Exclusions
- Nepal Visa fee
- Roundabout tickets to and from Kathmandu
- Charge for additional baggage
- Entry fee for monuments while sightseeing
- Dinner and lunch at Pokhara and Kathmandu
- Accommodation for extra nights in Kathmandu as well as Pokhara due to early arrival or late departure and other external events exceeding the itinerary timeline
- Travel insurance and rescue arrangement
- Expenses for personal items like laundry, phone calls, battery recharge, bottled water, additional porters, shower and so on
- Tipping to porter and guide
ESSENTIAL TREK INFO
Good to Know
- Jersey or warm fleece jacket/ fleece wind stopper jacket
- Wind and waterproof jacket
- Lightweight trekking boots/light leather boots
- -20 Sleeping bag (can be bought or rented at Kathmandu)
- Day pack which has a waistband
- Waterproof shell jacket with breathable fabric
- Down jacket or vest (optional)
- Lightweight gloves
- Gloves or mittens which are heavyweight and waterproof
- Light balaclava/ fleece hat
- Sun hat
- UV protection sunglasses