Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Highlights

• An adventure trek to the world’s 10th-highest mountain, Mt. Annapurna, Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)
• Marvel at majestic Annapurnas, Machhapuchhre and many other alluring mountain summits
• Trek from low-warm terraced paddy fields to cooler hills and reach at Arctic zone.

• One of the shortest and altitude-friendly 8,000 m mountain base camp treks for beginners as well

• Explore the lovely mountain villages enriched with age-old heritage cultures and distinct lifestyle
• Unbelievable views of snow-capped peaks that surround the base camp.
• Rejoice in the walkthrough Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest conservation area in the world.
• Enjoy the natural hot spring at Jhinu Danda before departing for Pokhara.
• Get thrilled with the rhythmic natural waterfalls and deep wilderness on the trail
• Relax in Pokhara, a short walk around Fewa Lake and enjoy the foods you like in restaurants.

“Allocate 8 days in Nepal for a Moderate Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Capture the Marvelous Moments with Massive Annapurna Mountains”

 Do you know that you can do Annapurna Base Camp Base Camp in 8 days? If you have got 8 days for real trekking in the mountain of Annapurna, it means a week time to spend in Nepal with a moderate trekking trip, you can go with  Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

 Annapurna Base Camp Trek wonderfully takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp ( 4130m), one of the highest mountain’s base camp and amazes you with incredible mountain panoramas and the blissful moments of being into the core of nature with absolute wilderness.

Moreover,  Annapurna Base Camp Trek lets you walk through Annapurna Sanctuary or Annapurna Conservation Area, the most massive protected area in the world and offers a big opportunity to explore the diverse species of wildlife and plants. The serene walk through deep woods, rhythmic and natural waterfalls, deep gorges, beautiful and historical local hamlets, the hospitable people with typical rural lifestyle, local lodge stay, organic food items of the Himalayas of Annapurna and Fishtail, terraced farmlands and picturesque landscapes will mesmerize during this 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

The thrilling and vibrating walk through the wild nature of Annapurna Himalayas and Machhapuchhre will delight and refresh you with the excitement of moderate adventure as you ascend to 4160m, the Annapurna Base Camp. And if you want to escape the walk down to Jhinu Danda and the jeep ride to Pokhara, you can go with Annapurna Heli Flight/ Or Annapurna Heli Tour.

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary has all the required glamorization and the right pacing of the participants/ trekkers while ascending so that they won’t encounter the possible threats of high-altitude sickness at Annapurna Base Camp. The trek offers you the right pacing and the walking hours of 6-7 hours a day with the perfect ascent of 4-5 hundred meter.

Your Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins from Pokhara and ends at the same place with a jeep ride from Jhino Danda (1700m) to Pokhara. After that or before the trek begins, you can enjoy the Pokhara city and its magnificent highlights like lakes, caves, waterfalls falls holy stupas and temples.7 days or weeks to spend in Nepal for an adventure trekking moderately? Simply pick up 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek and get boosted up or other adventure trekking in Nepal like Everest Base Camp Trek and Manaslu Circuit Trek or Annapurna Circuit Trek.

What are the required permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

The trek route requires two different types of permits. These are the Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit and TIMS ( Trekking Information Management System) Card. The TIMS Card costs USD 20 and ACAP Entry Permits costs USD 30. You can obtain these two Annapurna Base Camp Trek  Permits through your local travel partner you are using for your Nepal trip or you can collect them directly. Simply provide your travel partner with a copy of your passport and some recent photographs, and they will get the permits for you.

How difficult is Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

It is a moderate adventure up to 4130m above sea level, the highest elevation of  Annapurna Base Camp Trek. So, even beginners with some skills and moderate stamina trekking can accomplish this trek. However,  one requires a good level of fitness and proper preparations like regular walks and exercises on daily basis.

Having packed with the right trekking gear and with a good level of fitness, you can do this trek without any hindrances on the trail to ABC and back to Pokhara.

There is no age bar for  Annapurna Base Camp Trek and even beginners and people of old age like 70 can do this trek with the right pacing and acclimatization but need to be accompanied by a professional trekking crew. 

Those who have 6-7 hours walking stamina with the ascent 400-500 meters each day in the mountain, getting the highest elevation 4160 m can do this trek.

How are Food and Accommodation in Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Until Pokhara, trekkers will enjoy luxury accommodation and they can have the food items they like. But, when they ascend up to Ulleri and Poonhill-Ghorepani, if people are going to ABC via Poonhill and Ghorepani, or when they ascend up to Jhinu Danda, they may not have such chance to have the accommodation and food items. However, don’t be sad, there are plenty of lodges and guesthouses to organize your accommodation and foods. Moreover, your guide will manage your beautiful food and accommodation for you during the trek. The local guesthouses and the lodges will offer you food item with certain criteria with prices mentioned in the menu during your 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

Note: Sometimes, it may be difficult to find the right accommodation during two peak trekking seasons in Nepal: Autumn( Sep-Nov) and Spring ( Mar-May). Please don't blame your guide for not getting right accommodation and foods for you in your 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek if you are making this trek in the months of Sept, Oct and Nov of the year. Sometimes, you should be willing to pay some extra for your accommodation as it is very hard to get. 

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Transportation 

If you are starting Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu, you will have two options: air and land and if you are starting it from Pokhara, then, you have only one choice that is land transportation or drive to Jhino Danda or drive to Ulleri via Birethanti if you are going to ABC via Poonhill. The flight from Kathmandu to Pokharais 40 minutes maximum and the road trip is 7-8 hours. Even, the road gets disturbed by heavy traffic and other issues. So, flight is recommended.

After you get to Pokhara, you again have to drive to Nayapool/Birethanti for 2 hours or directly drive to Ghandruk or you can directly drive to Jhino Danda if you are following another trail and begin the hiking. While returning back from Annapurna Base Camp, you can drive directly from Ghandruk to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu. ( Flight from Pokhara is optional and still can be done in request) 

You still have the option of helicopter fly back to Pokhara from Annapurna Base Camp if you want to escape the returning walks from ABC to Jhino Danda. 

Do I need to hire Guide and Porter  Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

You require hiring at least a guide for your Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Without a guide, you are not recommended to do Poonhill Trek or further to Annapurna Base Camp. We Haven Holidays Team for Annapurna Base Camp will be very caring and lead you rightly in t he mountain with no hidden selfishness. The guide and porter we provide for your Annapurna Base Camp 8 day will entirely focus on in order to make your trip to ABCand back a successful and memorable. But if you think you don't need guide, you can do ABC Trek independently as well. Collect all required information and trekking permits beforehand the trek begins either from Ulleri or Jhino Danda where natural hot springs are located.

The guide has a government licensed holder coordinating knows the local flora and fauna, Entire Mountain views, well-known precautions, and local culture and speaks English very well. Even the porter will help in many ways like carrying your baggage and helping in walking if the trail is straight up and steep down. Most importantly, the leader is well known about high altitude sickness and first aid applications. 

For your safety  and convenience, you are highly recommended hiring guide and porter for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 

How is communication access in Annapurna Base Camp Trek? 

The trekkers will enjoy the facility of Wi-Fi and phone calls all round the trip to Annapurna Base Camp and back to Jhino Danda. During your stay in Pokhara, you will have the access of fine quality of Wi-Fi and internet for communication. 

The local lodges and teahouses provide the facility of Wi-Fi during the overnight stay and in your free time. Most of the guesthouse along the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail don't charge any extra cost for Wi-Fi and there may be a few cases that some lodges charge for the Wi-Fi service like Rs. 200-300 per device. 

The best option for you to access internet and phone calls in your smart phone will be: installing local Nepali SIM Card like NT ( Nepal Telecom and NCELL. You can get Nepali SIM Card easily from Kathmandu and Pokhara. You can get it by producing your passport copy and passport sized photogram within 15 minutes. If you are staying in Thamel, you can see the information all around about buying or getting Local SIM Cards in your personal smart phone. This way, you can enjoy all phone calls and internet services along the route without any problems in trek to ABC. 

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Important Note

Trekking Mode:  On best available lodge en-route trekking.


Trekking Grade:  Moderate and Adventurous walks.


Highest Point: At Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m / 13,550 feet.  


Local culture/religion:  Gurung tribes follow Buddhism and Hinduism religions and cultures.


Trekking duration:  06 Nights and 07 Days with a short drive both ways.

Total Trip in Nepal:  07 Nights and 08 Days from arrival to departure.

Popular destinations to explore: Pokhara, Jhino Danda (Hot Spring), Himalaya and Annapurna Base Camp 

Best Seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

 Annapurna Base Camp Trek, visitors can enjoy walks nearly all seasons of the year except in peak of the summer (August) and peak of winter (January). However, the best seasons are spring and autumn/fall, the peak time for Trekking in Nepal.

Springtime begins from March to May when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom. The day is much longer full of sunshine, and can get cloudy in the afternoon sometimes. Chances of light rain on treks sometimes.

The next best time is autumn/fall, days are mostly clear with enough sunshine, spectacular views and pleasant temperatures for walks.

You have to know some more details Weather in Nepal an overview of the weather in Nepal across different seasons.  

High Altitude Sickness

High altitude sickness is a condition that can occur when our body not adapting well to having less atmospheric pressure and oxygen at high altitudes. Low atmospheric pressure and thin air at high altitudes have effects on the human body and develop altitude illness. 

Some essential High Altitude Sickness information is most important to be aware of the risks and take appropriate precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.

Things to know before deciding a trip in Nepal

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Various things are must know things before deciding a trip to Nepal but a few things are much more important things to know before departing from your country. There are 5 must know things before deciding a trip to Nepal. They are:  Weather Condition, Geography and Culture, Currency, Food and Accommodation and Health and Securities. let’s know these 5 Must Know Things about Nepal before deciding a vacation trip in Nepal.

Nepal Travel Info

A small landlocked country situated between China and India, covering 0.03% of the whole continent, is Nepal. Also known as the land of the Himalayas, Nepal is a treasure cove for adventure activities. Eight of the fourteen highest mountains above the height of 8000m lie here. Trekkers are bound to come across countless forests, gushing rivers, turquoise lakes, and sparkling glaciers on the trekking routes. It ensures you have the right gear and know how to handle potential  challenges like cultural sensitivity, logistics, health and safety. Knowing Nepal Travel info about the weather conditions, altitude, and terrain helps in preparing adequately for the trek. 

Tips to Make Day-Trek or Day-Tour Productive

Many people may not know the tips to make a trekking or tour day productive and they waste their valuable time haphazardly with chaotic schedule. 

Yes, you are on the vacation and you must make each second, each minute, each hour and each day very fruitful and highly productive. Otherwise, you will just wander aimlessly with a big mess and ultimately, you will spoil your entire trip.

Visit us at 30 Tips to make Day-Trek or Day-Tour Productive and turn your special vacation day a memorable and very fruitful. 

Trip Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu Nepal (1338 m) and transfer to the hotel by private vehicle.

Day 2: Drive to Pokhara 822m. 6 hour drive covering 220 km / 137 miles.

Day 3: Jeep Drive to Jhinu Danda(1700m) and then trek to Sinuwa (2340 m | 7,677 ft.),6 hours.

Day 4: Trek to Deurali 3, 230 m / 10597 feet-05 hrs

Day 5: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m via Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,720 m -05 hrs.

Day 6: Trek back to Sinuwa 2340 m | 7,677 ft. m - 06 hrs.

Day 7: Trek to Jhinu-Danda a place with hot spring 1, 700 m - 06 hrs and drive back to Pokhara

Day 8: Drive to Kathmandu /Optional Fly to Kathmandu