Overview

No. 1 has to be the 360⁰ views at Annapurna Base Camp.
You get to cover two base camps in one trek.
See the amazingly shaped Machhapucchre mountain, aptly named fish tail, dominate your skyline.
Watch the sunrise over the Annapurna mountains from the base camp.
See spectacular waterfalls and glacier-fed rivers.
Learn about the traditions and culture of the Gurung people in Ghandruk village.
Experience hiking through forests ablaze with red rhododendrons in the spring.
Enjoy the relaxing hot water pool at Jhinu Danda.

Trekking in the Annapurnas is the one thing everyone aspires to when they visit Nepal.

For those who may feel some of the other regions are too strenuous a trek, the Annapurnas have everything from the mountains to forests and culture. If you are traveling with children, are a bit on the older side yourself, are an experienced trekker, or are a newbie, the Annapurna region has something for you. Ranging from a 3 or 4 days trek to around two weeks, you can choose which trek suits you best.

Also, with the Annapurnas, you don’t need to trek for days until you feel like you are in the mountains. Even while sitting in Pokhara preparing for your trek, you get close-up views of the mountains, particularly Fishtail (Machhapuchhare). From day one, you are there, in the mountains.

One of the most popular treks is to Annapurna Base Camp. Here you get to explore not just one but two base camps: Annapurna and Machhapucchre base camp. Like all the Annapurna treks, you pass through villages inhabited by Gurung people. Those are the people whose tough abilities see them recruited into the Indian and British armies and as private security guards around the world. And they are very friendly and personable too.

The landscape is varied – from the hot water pools at Jhinu Danda, the mighty Modi Khola river, pine and rhododendron forests to the high mountains. At both base camps, the views of Machhapucchre with its unique fishtail shape, Mt Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, and Annapurna III are astounding. There are other mountains on display as well, too many to mention! Just a 360-degree panorama of the wonderful mountains – who could ask for more?

With the trek’s highest point being at Annapurna Base Camp, 4,130 m / 13,549 ft, there is only one night at high altitude, so there is relatively less chance of altitude-related illnesses on this all-seasons, eight-day trek.

Starting and ending at Pokhara (we provide transport from/ to Kathmandu in our itinerary), this is an enviable trek full of fabulous flora and fauna, majestic mountains, friendly people, and fun and relaxation by the lake in Pokhara.

Day 1 :

Kathmandu to Pokhara (Drive) Pokhara – 830 m / 2,723 ft – 7 hrs

We will collect you from your hotel and take you to the bus departure stop. If you are traveling by air or private jeep, we will organize this for you. Overnight in Pokhara at a hotel is included in the cost. Dinner, however, is not included in the package price.

Day 2 :

Pokhara to Naya Pool (Drive) to Ghandruk Ghandruk – 1940 m / 6364 ft – 6 hrs

Today we leave after breakfast to drive from Pokhara to Naya Pool, which takes around an hour. From Naya Pool, we start trekking, passing through lovely villages such as Birethanti. These villages are inhabited by Gurungs, Magars, and Tamangs, who are local to this area. We pass the hot springs at Jhinu Danda on the way. Whether you wish to enjoy the hot springs is up to you! It takes around 5 hours of hiking to reach our first overnight stop at Ghandruk. There is time to explore the Gurung Museum at Ghandruk to get a glimpse into the everyday lives of the Gurung people. Their working tools, household items, and details of their past and present lives are on display. Dinner is taken in the teahouse, giving you a chance to get to know your trekking companions and guide.

Day 3 :

Ghandruk to Chomrong Chomrong – 2,170 m / 7,119 ft – 6 hrs

Leaving the teahouse, stunning scenery greets us as we head up the trail from Ghandruk, following the Modi River. After ascending, you come to another river, the Kimrong, which is crossed by a suspension bridge before the trail turns steep for a couple of hours of uphill hiking. Chomrong itself is a small settlement which we are told is an old off-shoot of Ghandruk and is also inhabited by Gurung people. There is a Buddhist stupa at the bottom of the village.

Day 4 :

Chomrong to Bamboo Bamboo – 2,310 m / 7,578 ft – 5 hrs

The scenery around Bamboo has wonderful views of all the best mountains on offer in the Annapurnas, including Annapurna South, Annapurna I, II, and III, and Machhapucchre. There is also the possibility of seeing some wildlife, such as deer and Himalayan goats.

Day 5 :

Bamboo to Deurali Deurali – 3,230 m / 10,597 ft – 5 hrs

Setting off after breakfast, we pass through bamboo forests. This creates a cool atmosphere, which is great on hot summer days, perhaps a little chilly in the early morning. The trail ascends green hills and opens up. Below us lies a glacial river. The trail becomes a little more rugged, and there is a steep climb to Hinku cave and more bamboo forest. Vegetation has fallen away as we approach Deurali, but there are waterfalls and a suspension bridge to cross, which makes the trail interesting.

Day 6 :

Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp Annapurna Base Camp – 4,130 m / 13,549 ft – 6 hrs

Have a good breakfast today, as the journey starts with an uphill climb over rocky terrain. Since today we reach the highest altitude on the trek, we should pay attention to our bodies and not walk too fast. Instead, take a steady pace and enjoy the wonderful surrounding mountains. We first reach Machhapucchre Base Camp and enjoy some time there, taking photographs of the snow-capped mountains before walking on for approximately another two hours to reach Annapurna Base Camp. From Annapurna Base Camp, some of the mountains we can enjoy include Annapurna South, Annapurna I and III, Hiunchuli, and of course, Machhapuchhre, which has been with us all along the trek. Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp and celebrate your achievement with a great dinner.

Day 7 :

Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo Bamboo – 2,310 m / 7,578 ft – 8 hrs

While there are beautiful sunrises every day on this trek, you might want to wake up extra early today to catch the sun rising over the Annapurna range. This is something really special and well worth getting up early for! Then it’s time for breakfast and back on the trail to hike back to Bamboo. Following the Modi Khola and rhododendron forests, it takes around 7 hours to reach Bamboo. A long but not too hard trail.

Day 8 :

Bamboo to Jhinu Danda Jhinu Danda – 1,760 m / 5,774 ft – 6 hrs

Retracing our route through the rhododendron and bamboo forests, there is a steep descent from Chhomrung to Jhinu. Since it takes around 5 hours and since we have learned from experience the hot springs at Jhinu Danda seem much more appealing than they were at the start of this trek, we suggest leaving Bamboo early. By leaving early, having lunch at Jhinu Danda and spending the afternoon in the hot springs is possible. Time to relax and enjoy the natural hot water!

Day 9 :

Jhinu Danda to Naya Pool to Pokhara (Drive) Pokhara – 830 m / 2,723 ft – 7 hrs

This is the final day of the trek, so take in as much of the mountains as you can as you hike for around 5 hours to reach Naya Pool, where transport is waiting to take us back to Pokhara. Since it is a long day, we will take lunch on route or in Naya Pool. After checking into your comfortable Pokhara hotel, there is time for some shopping before relaxing at the lakeside with a long cool drink before dinner. Dinner is not included in the package, but we are sure your guide would be delighted to recommend an excellent restaurant and join you, on your invitation, on your final night.

Day 10 :

Pokhara to Kathmandu (Drive) Kathmandu – 1,300 m / 4,265 ft – 8 hrs

Today drive (or fly) back to Kathmandu. Wave goodbye to the massive, majestic, and magical Machhapucchre mountain as you leave this special area of Nepal.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Overview

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Itinerary

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