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Annapurna Base Camp with Poon Hill Trek 16 Days
Duration16 Days
LanguageEnglish, Chinese, French
Elevation
Tour Highlights
This trekking package is one of the most popular packages among the travelers; this trekking journey leads you to the amazing natural environment of the Annapurna region as the trail takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp as well as the sanctuary. This is a great opportunity to witness a diverse landscape, wildlife, vegetation, culture, and people. This journey is to the culture and natural beauty of Nepal.
In the peak season of trekking, this trekking route is very crowded; this popularity is because of the scenic beauty it has to offer. You will get to see the majestic Himalayas at close proximity. The difficulty level of this trek is moderate. There are several ups and downs, and you have to walk stone steps here. As you follow the path along the Annapurna Base Camp, you will be blessed by the views of the Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Hiunchuli and the Annapurna South peaks. You will walk across lush green rhododendron forests and get the chance to savor the majestic snowy peaks on the backdrop. You will even get to bath at the natural hot spring.
Those who have more time and want to go on more exciting trips in the Annapurna region can check out our other package
- Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
- Ghorepani Poon Hill ABC Trek
- Annapurna Model Trek
- Khopra Danda Trek
- Mohare Danda Trek
- Mardi Himal Trek
Itinerary
Tap each days to expand detailsDAY 1Reach Kathmandu (1400 meters)
As you reach Kathmandu, you will be received by our representative at the airport, who will help you to get to the hotel. Afterward, the trek leader or guide will brief you about the trekking journey, about the food, lodging, dos and don’ts of the trek, and clear your confusions.
Excludes meal and overnight stay at the hotel inclusive of breakfast
DAY 2Fun sightseeing tour at Kathmandu
On this day, we head out to explore the major tourist attractions in Kathmandu that hold both cultural and historical importance. After eating a hearty breakfast, we start our tour. We visit places like the monkey temple (Swayambhunath), Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square via private vehicle accompanied by a guide.
The time remaining after the tour can be used for further exploration and shopping at Thamel as well as trek preparation.
Excludes meals and overnight stay at the hotel, inclusive of breakfast.
DAY 3Kathmandu-Pokhara (950 meters) via drive; five to six hours
After eating breakfast, we go to Pokhara via private vehicle from Kathmandu. We get to enjoy the scenic beauty of the landscape of west Nepal: the hills, landscapes, rivers, and forests. You also have the choice to take a scenic flight to Pokhara, which will save you time. You will be transferred to the hotel as soon as we reach Pokhara. We can stroll around the Phewa Lake in our leisure time. Overnight stay at Pokhara.
Excludes meals and overnight stay at the hotel, inclusive of breakfast.
DAY 4Head to Nayapul(1100 meters) via drive and trek to Tikhedhunga (1450 meters)
On this day, our trekking journey officially begins. After a hearty breakfast, we drive to Nayapul first and then start walking. We will see many people, the locals, travelers, mules, as well as donkeys along the trekking path. We first reach the Bhirethanti village and then the route of old trans-Himalayan trade; we pass many farm villages as well as waterfalls till we reach Tirkhedhunga. We reach Ulleri after climbing up for two hours. This will be a five- to six-hour walk.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 5Move to Ghorepani (2874 meters); six to seven hours
We will have a strenuous walk on this day as we move up on a steep climb for around two hours. We walk along the stone-filled steps till Ulleri and then across rainforests with some ascends and descends. We finally get to Ghorepani as we move along different terrains and lush green forests of rhododendron. Overnight stay in Ghorepani.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 6Ghorepani - Poonhill and trek to Tadapani (2630 meters); seven hours
We hike to Poon Hill on this day to enjoy the view of the sunrise alongside the amazing view of the Himalayas, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri, along with Manaslu. We get back to Ghorepani to get breakfast. We walk along the rhododendron forest as we follow the upper ridge. We move downhill across a temperate rain forest and then a steeper path to reach Bhanthanti; we get lunch here. We reach Tadapani after an uphill climb. Tadapani has a rhododendron forest with magnolias and oaks. We can enjoy the views of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South here.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 7Tadapani - Chomrong (2170 meters); five to six hours
We move along the downhill trail through a rhododendron and oak jungle with views of Annapurna time and again. The walk will be very quaint as we get to Kimrong Khola for lunch. We move uphill for around one to two hours. The walk gets easier as we move to the ridge top.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 8Chomrong - Dovan (2600 meters); six hours
We head down to Chomrong Khola and then get to Khuldighar (2380 meters). There will be clearing in the jungle, and then we ascend up a rock bank and then walk along the bamboo-filled path at the base of the gorge. We walk a steep path to reach Dovan.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 9Dovan - Deurali (3200 meters); four hours
We walk past rhododendron forests following the Modi River to reach the Himalaya Hotel (2920 meters). We take a lunch break and then move to Hinku Cave. We walk up, moving along the forest path to get to Deurali (3200 meters).
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 10Move to Annapurna Base Camp (4130 meters); three to four hours
We go to the Annapurna Base Camp on this day as we walk uphill for some hours along the snowy trail. The trail has to offer marvelous views of the Annapurna ranges, so the journey today will feel amazing as we get to a higher elevation. We finally reach Annapurna Base Camp; it has few teahouses. We can enjoy the natural surroundings and the scenery.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 11Head to Bamboo; around six hours
After having a great time at Annapurna, we head to Bamboo, where we enjoy the serenity of the mountains along our way and witness the green vegetation. We walk downhill with only some ascents to reach Bamboo. Here we stay overnight.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 12Bamboo - Jhinu Danda (1760 meters) en route Chomrong; around five to six hours
On this day, we ascend to Sinuwa early in the morning. We move down to a bridge and then walk up to Chomrong. After a short break here, we walk uphill and then move down to Jhinu Danda. We can explore the hot springs in Jhinu and even savor the time bathing here. Overnight stay at Jhinu Danda.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse; breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided.
DAY 13Jhinu Danda - Pokhara (827 meters); five hours
On this day, we will have an easy walk relative to the walks we had on other days. We first reach Nayapul en route to Birethanti and then get to Pokhara en route to Nayapul. We will go boating in Fewa Lake in the evening, and we can go to the Tal Barahi temple, which resides on a small island at the lake.
Overnight stay at a hotel; breakfast and lunch provided.
DAY 14Sightsing tour in Pokhara
After having breakfast, we go for a sightseeing tour in Pokhara. We will be accompanied by an experienced professional tour guide to assist us. We visit the major tourist spots like Davis Fall, Bindabasini Temple, Gupteshwor Cave, Tibetan Refugee Camp, Seti River Gorge, International Mountain Museum, and World Peace Pagoda on this sightseeing tour via private vehicle.
Overnight stay at the hotel inclusive of breakfast.
DAY 15Pokhara to Kathmandu via drive
After eating breakfast, we head back to Kathmandu; this will be around a six- to seven-hour drive. Note that you have the option to extend this trip; you can choose to continue to the Chitwan jungle safari or rafting or the Kathmandu valley tour or the Everest flight or even mountain biking.
DAY 16Bid farewell to Nepal
Your journey concludes now. Our representative will transfer you to the airport, from where you leave for your country or your next travel destination. Thank you for traveling with us.
Breakfast is provided.
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Included & Excluded
- Airport pickup and drop off facility via private vehicle (domestic and international flights)
- Tasty welcome dinner with Nepalese cuisines at Kathmandu
- Important permit to Annapurna Conservation Area and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS card)
- Experienced guide, with license and proficiency in English (covers salary, food, lodge, transport, drinks, and insurance)
- Lodging facility while trekking in twin or double sharing room while trekking
- All three main meals throughout the trek
- First aid box
- Lodging facility while staying in Pokhara at a hotel (two nights)
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu via bus
- Emergency evacuation arrangement (Insurance mandatory; covered by the travel insurance company)
- Maps for trekking routes
- All important government tax as well as service charges
- Porter (2 client=1 porter)
Included
Good To Know
Dos
- Keep a distance from people either in front of you as well as behindhand of you is essential while making sure you walk in groups.
- While you may need to try slightly new on the trek make sure you discuss with the guide before preparation or trying somewhat new.
- Prepare yourself prearranged for the next day by questioning the guide about the belongings you might need as you can bring belongings in your pouch while the rest of the belongings is carried by the porter for your easiness.
- Giving in the donation boxes at monasteries will aid them out as they do not charge any pay as they do not have tickets for the visitors.
- While you may feel restless and uncomfortable while climbing upwards, please inform your guide so that the guide can accumulate appropriate preparation for your fitness.
Don’ts
- Make sure you admire the local culture and beliefs while it may be uneasy for you to believe it and do not condemn their beliefs and values
- Without the former endorsement of the local people in the trek, do not take images of the local persons.
- Do not sense awkwardness when folks look at you; they are just anxious in tourists and have no ill objectives.
- Extravagant services are hard to find out during the trek while basic accommodations can only be provided seeking the strain of the geographical regions you are located at
- Make sure you do not harm the floras and faunas during the hike; be in control about the environment around you.
- Make sure that you do not be liberal by providing money to people; such an act will only boost children and beggars from pleading money from further visitors around the trek.
