The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a once-in-a-lifetime vacation experience!
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most legendary and classical treks in the world, offering breath-taking mountain views and the opportunity to discover typical Nepali villages, local people, and their way of life in the Himalaya of Nepal. The Annapurna Base Camp route takes you through stunning and quiet landscapes, lovely Gurung and Magar villages, lush green Rhododendron, bamboo, and alpine forests, and finally to the trip’s ultimate and final goal, Annapurna Base Camp at 4130m (13546ft.).

Natural Experience
The trail is also a naturalist’s dream. On the third day of our journey, we leave our stuff at the guesthouse in Ghorepani and head to Poon Hill before dawn to enjoy the stunning sunrise. Poon Hill is one of the excellent locations on this walk for a sunrise and mountain vista. Mount Dhaulagiri, the Annapurna Range, and Mount Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain) are seen from atop Poon Hill, as are the Butterfly Peaks in the far west. (SHOULD YOU SAY ANYTHING IN THIS PART ABOUT WHAT YOU SEE WHEN YOU REACH ABC?). Finding oneself at the base of the colossal Annapurna I (8091m) with a 360-degree mountain view that is beyond your imagination is an incredible lifetime mountain holiday experience in Nepal.

Hot springs
You can purify yourself spiritually in natural hot springs with bathing spaces in the lap of the mountains near Jhinu Danda. Locals think that the waters have a healing nature that will relieve your aches and pains.

Culture and People
The people we will meet on the Annapurna Base Camp Route are a mix of ethnic groupings, including Brahmans and Chhetris in lower elevations and Mongoloid Himalayans in the Himalaya. The area is primarily populated by Gurung and Magar people, and it is well-known for its Gurkha regiment. If you want to explore more cultural and traditional heritages in Himalaya, Wilderness Excursion recommends trekking in the Langtang, Manaslu, and Everest regions. There is little doubt that Annapurna is the best for scenery, as over 55000 tourists walk there each year.

Getting there and getting away
Except for the Annapurna Circuit, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins and ends in Pokhara, Nepal’s second largest city and a naturally blessed area to relax after a long journey in Annapurna. It is 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu. All domestic carriers operate many flights per day from Kathmandu to Pokhara for USD 102.00 per person. By tourist bus, it takes about 7 to 8 hours to get there. Local buses and microbuses leave Kathmandu every hour until 3 p.m. Every morning, Green Line Buses (USD 25.00 per person) and additional tourist buses operate. Wilderness Excursion will organize and handle everything on your behalf.

Itinerary for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp (abbreviated ABC) Depending on your schedule and level of physical fitness, the trek itinerary will be 7 to 12 days from/to Pokhara and 2 transit days from/to Kathmandu. The majority of tourists hike to Annapurna Base Camp via Ghorepani Poon Hill, which is peaceful and allows you to acclimate, and the timetable is 10 to 12 days. The trip can be extended by two days if we return to Pokhara through the villages of Landruk, Tolka, Pothana Dhampus, and Phedi. The shortest route is from Nayapul to Jhunu to Chhumrung, then straight up to Base Camp and back to Nayapul following the Modi khola River.Our journey is only 7 days long and begins and concludes in Pokhara. We also offer a 10-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek plan that includes the well-known Poon Hill Trek. We also provide tailor-made trips to Annapurna Base Camp.

How difficult is the trek to Annapurna Base Camp?
This journey is relatively moderate in difficulty and does not require advanced physical fitness levels, therefore everyone may appreciate and take delight in nature walking during this trek. This walk is very enjoyable for individuals who are traveling with children. Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp via Ghorepani allows your body to adjust to the high altitude. It also helps you keep your body in better shape and allows you to undertake physically demanding aerobic walks in thin air. Visitors with prior trekking experience and a fit body can complete the trek in a short period of time. Our tallest point will be 4130 meters above sea level.

When should you go trekking?
The optimum seasons to trek to Annapurna Base Camp are from mid-September to November (fall) and March to May (spring). The rainy months are June to August (monsoon), yet this time of year is ideal for discerning botanists and has bright skies on occasion. During the months of March, April, and May, the hike provides spectacular views of blossoming rhododendron blooms. One of the best sights of this hike is of Mt. Dhaulagiri with the rising sun beaming on it. The highlight of this walk will be climbing Poon Hill at dawn to see one of the most spectacular mountain panoramas on the planet.The Himalayan Giants, including Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m), gradually become visible miraculously before your eyes as the sun reaches the snow-capped summits. This journey provides excellent possibilities to experience the magnificence of the Annapurna region in a short period of time. If you want to avoid crowds, it is best to trek during the winter (December – February). The temperature is cool in the mornings but not unbearably so, and it is warm during day hikes with bright skies and spectacular views most of the time.

iguidenepal will email you the Annapurna Base Camp Trek Packing List that is specifically necessary for this trek after your booking is received. But, in the meantime, try purchasing some decent walking boots and beginning to wear them… today. There is no technical equipment required; however, a decent 3 season plus sleeping bag will be greatly appreciated at higher altitudes. Lower elevation lodges supply quilts and blankets that may be heaped up on your sleeping bag, but as we go towards Annapurna Base Camp, lodges become scarce and trekkers are expected to have a nice sleeping bag.

How much does the ABC trip cost?
We have set a regular trek fee of USD 499.00 on a double occupancy basis for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The single supplement will cost an additional USD 95.00. The cost will vary depending on the size of the group, the budget, the standard tour plan, and the deluxe tour plan. Taking planes to and from Pokhara saves time, but taking the bus saves money. Accommodation in Kathmandu is not included and will be charged separately.If you ask us to book a room for you, we will provide two nights in a luxury air-conditioned room at one of the best tourist standard hotels (2**) in Pokhara with buffet breakfast in twin or double occupancy. AND WE ARE WILLING TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR TOUR AND PACKAGES TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS. International tour leaders are strongly encouraged to obtain discounts and attractive complimentary services.

Further Away Visitors can extend their Annapurna Base Camp Trek by going via the villages of Ghandruk, Landruk, Tolka, Pothana, and Australian Camp on the way back, where they can discover the quaint community, its inhabitants, and spend an additional day or two in the great outdoors. Please don’t hesitate to ask us for a tour that is specifically tailored to your needs, interests, and time constraints.

Journey Highlights
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Package for 7 Days
On the way, stop in the lovely Gurung village of Ghandruk.
be at the foot of Mount Annapurna, the highest peak in the world (8091 meters).
Relaxing Jhinu Danda’s hot springs
From Annapurna Base Camp (4130m), you can see the entire magnificent Himalayan range.