Annapurna Base Camp Trek is considered as an unforgettable Himalayan adventure in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is a fantastic way to experience the natural and cultural essence of the Annapurna region in just 13 days timeframe. The trek offers some mind blowing views of mountains in the Annapurna massif, which includes mountains such as Annapurna I, Macchapucchre Himal and Dhaulagiri Himal. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is designed in such a way that you’ll explore the beauty of Annapurna region in a comfortable pace with enough time for acclimatization. You’ll traverse through a diverse landscape that ranges from the low hills, lush forests, traditional villages and terraced farmlands to the high altitude landscapes. No wonder, Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a great mix of natural beauty and cultural immersion. It is considered as one of the most iconic and stunning trekking experiences in Nepal.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a traveler’s delight. It is a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences and physical challenge. The trek starts from the foothills of Annapurna and traverses through villages like Ghorepani, Chaile, Sinuwa and Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp. The trek mostly goes through the Annapurna Conservation Area which is a wide mix of floras and faunas. As the trail ascends up, the trail passes through the traditional villages, dense forests of oak and rhododendron that opens up to the high altitude pastures before reaching Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp is often described as a heaven by fellow travelers. As you reach the base camp, the raw appeal of the mountains unfolds right before you. All you can see are the peaks that dominates the skyline and stands tall one after the other. The high snowcapped mountains like Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machapuchare (Fishtail), and other notable mountains surrounds the base camp giving it an effect of sanctuary. That is why, the Annapurna Base Camp is also popular as Annapurna Sanctuary.
OUTLINE ITINERARY
- Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu (1,355m)
- Day 02: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation Day
- Day 03: Fly to Pokhara (822m)
- Day 04: Drive to Banthanti, then trek to Ghorepani (2,860m)
- Day 05: Early morning hike to Poon-Hill for sunrise, and head to Chuile (2,560m)
- Day 06: From the Chuile trek to Sinuwa (2,360m)
- Day 07: From the Sinuwa trek to Deurali (3,200m)
- Day 08: Ascend to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)
- Day 09: From Annapurna Base Camp, descend to Bamboo (2,317m)
- Day 10: Descend to Jhinu Danda (1,780m)
- Day 11: Drive to Pokhara (822m)
- Day 12: Fly to Kathmandu (1,355m)
- Day 13: Farewell
