Annapurna Base Camp – 16 Days

Duration

16 Days

Max People

40

Min Age

3+

Pickup

Bus

Overview

The secret journey of ABC is designed for travelers who want to touch, taste and feel the souls of Nepali Mountains through their unique highlights and experiences. More than simple whirlwind tours, the secret journey of Annapurna Base Camp marry iconic destinations and must-see spots with the hidden corners and below-the-skin experiences to discover some of the famous and unique places around the Annapurna Range.

Paddling around the islands provides the ideal way to get close to nature and be completely enveloped in the beauty of towering trees, remote beaches, and mountains. Discover the wildlife that inhabit this region and the secrets of British Columbia’s rich and plentiful inter-tidal life while exploring magical waterways.‍

Tour Highlights

  • Spectacular Sunrise and mountain view from Ghorepani and Poon hill
  • Fishtail (Machhapuchhre) Base Camp (many say the most magnificent mountain in the world)
  • Magic views of Annapurna South, Hiun Chuli, and Machhapunchhre (the fishtail mountain) from Chomrong
  • Magnificent mountains & glacier view from Annapurna Base Camp
  • Natural hot spring at Jhinudanda
  • Cultural interaction at every village
  • Excellent  sunrise and panoramic mountain view from Sarankot

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel in Kathmandu, twin sharing (Bed & Breakfast)
  • Hotel in Pokhara, twin sharing (Bed & Breakfast)
  • Welcome or fare well dinner in typical Nepali restaurant with traditional musical show.
  • Hotel/ Lodges on twin sharing basis while trekking
  • All meals during the trek; 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee)
  • All transportation
  • Guide and porters salaries
  • Complimentary T-Shirt, tour photos and videos
  • An experienced Government licensed holder guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek.
  • Insurance for crew and porters
  • Cost of all trekking permits
  • Twin sharing room on trek
  • Mountain Flight
  • Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Entry Visas into Nepal
  • Hot and cold shower, battery recharge during Annapurna base camp trek
  • All optional additional tours or activities during free time
  • Transportation outside of the tour program
  • Travel insurance (Compulsory to have insurance that covers helicopter evacuation)
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory).
  • All items of a personal nature eg: alcoholic drinks, bottled beverages, laundry, souvenir, tips, etc.
  • All personal gear

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to hotel in Kathmandu

Around 09:00 – 09:30 AM

Our office representative will meet you and arrange for your transfer to hotel by private tourist vehicle. There will be a full trek briefing this evening.

Day 02 Drive to Pokhara and hotel in Pokhara (823m/2,700ft): 6 hrs drive

After an early breakfast, our bus will pick you up for the journey to Pokhara.  After the 6 hour journey, we will  reach Pokhara early afternoon. Pokhara offers spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara is city of lakes and has numerous beautiful lakes. We can explore the most accessible and beautiful, Fewa Lake during the afternoon -enjoy boating too. Explore, relax and dine by tranquil Lake Fewa. We can even do some shopping during evening hours. Overnight in Pokhara

Day 03 Pokhara to Nayapul, trek to Tikhedhungga (1540m): 1 hrs drive and 3 hours trek

After having a breakfast, we drive to Nayapul ( 1hr approx) then our  trek starts from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga. After 15 minutes short walk along the bank of Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1015meters) a large village that has many shops and teahouses and famous for it’s traditional beer (Chaang). From there, the trail continues through the village. The trail follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. Afterwards,  we cross the Modi Khola river through a suspension bridge  and finally reach Tikhedhunga at 1570meters.

Day 04 Trek to Ghorepani (2860m): 5 hours

After breakfast trek starts to Ghorepani. We begin our journey with a steep climb towards Ulleri( 2070 m). The trail then continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti at 2250 meters. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2460m. After an hour of walk, we reach Ghorepani at 2840meters.

Day 06 Early morning hike to Poon Hill(3210m) then to Tadapani (2630m): 5-6 hours

Today, very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to the viewpoint of Poon Hill at elevation of 3210 meters.  After reaching to the top, your efforts will be rewarded with spectacular views of Machhapuchre, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and the Annapurnas.  We spend about 1 hour before returning to Ghorepani where we take a hot breakfast.  We then trek to Tadapani (2610meters).  We descend through Rhododendron and Pine forest, pass by spectacular waterfalls along the way and reach Tadapani  where we can see a superb view of Annapurna South and the peak of Machhapuchhare.

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