Annapurna base camp
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is popular not just among international tourists but our domestic tourists as well. The reason for this is the varieties this trek offers, you will have a breathtaking view of magnificent Annapurna Range that includes tenth highest mountain of the world and not just that you’ll get to see other high peaks like Gangapurna, Macchapuchhre , Hiunchuli, Khangsha Kang etc.
Along this trekking trail you’ll ascend uphill go downhill passing across bamboo forest, Rhododendron forest, mesmerizing landscapes. You’ll receive greetings from the people there that will fill you with energy to reach the destination and positivity to enjoy the journey.
Yeti will be more than happy to assist you in this trip and also customize your trip if you have any time restriction or Annapurna Panaroma Trek could also be another nice option.
Day 01: Arrive At Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
As you arrive at the Tribhuwan International Airport, a representative from Yeti will take you to your hotel in Kathmandu. At the hotel, you may take rest as there are no plans scheduled for the day. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu To Pokhara (910m/2985ft), Duration: 6 Hrs
We will, on this day, drive to Pokhara which takes around 6 hours by a tourist bus. Driving beside the Trishuli and Marshyangdi Rivers, you will truly be allured by beautiful scenic sights of arresting landscapes, terraced rice fields, and a magnificent panorama of Manaslu, Lamjung Himal and Ganesh Himal. When you reach Pokhara, popular as ‘The Lake City’, you will be transferred to your hotel. You will have a free time there, which can be spent relaxing or boating in the beautiful Phewa Lake. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Breakfast included.
Day 03: Pokhara To Naya Pul And Trek To Tikhe Dhunga (1495m/4905ft), Duration: 4 Hrs
Our journey continues from Pokhara. We will also pass by a place named Birethanti village set at the junction of Bhurungdi River and Modi River and then we will walk through wonderful rhododendron and oak jungles. Traversing the Bhurungdi River upstream, we will reach Tikhe Dhunga. Walking for around 4 hours, we will reach Tikhe Dhunga on this day. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 04: Tikhe Dhunga To Ghorepani (2850m/9348ft), Duration: 7 Hrs
We will walk ahead from Tikhe Dhunga to Ghorepani on this day. We will have quite a challenging way up to Ulleri and pass by stony stairways on the way. Passing by the settlements of Banthanti, the track goes all the way through wonderful rhododendron and oak woods. Walking for around 7 hours, we will reach Ghorepani. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 05: Hiking To Poonhill (3210m/10430ft), Trek To Tadapani (2500m/8200ft), Duration: 7 Hrs
You will experience one of the most beautiful moments today. We will begin our walk early in the morning today, to reach Poon Hill (3210m). Poon Hill is the best vantage point in the Annapurna Region which offers stunning sunrise views over the beautiful panorama of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. After spending a most memorable time at Poon Hill, we will return back to Ghorepani. From Ghorepani, we will continue walking along the pines and rhododendron woods. Walking for some hours, we will reach Tadapani finally. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 06: Tadapani To Chhomrong (2020m/6625ft), Duration: 5 Hrs
Leaving Tadapani, on this day, we will walk down all the way through woodlands. We will also walk on a steep way down passing the terraced meadow to the Kimrung River. We will also traverse the river via the suspension bridge and march to Gurjung. Walking ahead from the Gurjung Village, we will reach Chhomrong at the elevation of 2020m. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 07: Chhomrong To Dovan (2600m/8528ft), Duration: 5 Hrs
We will walk on a staircase of stones as we depart from Chhomrong and traverse the Chhomrong River. We will also ascend to enter the Modi Khola Valley again. We will walk further and pass by hemlocks, oaks, and rhododendron woods to Kuldi Ghar (2540m). Moving further on, we will also make way up through the bamboo and rhododendron forests. We will reach Dovan after walking for around 5 hours from Chhomrong on this day. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 08: Dovan To Deurali (3200m/10500ft), Duration: 4 Hrs
From Dovan, we will have quite a challenging way. We will walk on a trail that passes through a number of avalanche channels. We will also pass over Hinko. On the way to Deurali, we will leave the woods behind us and notice the valley widening and the scenery turning wild. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 09: Deurali To Annapurna Base Camp (4210m/13810ft), Duration: 5 Hrs
We will move ahead from Deurali, pass through a river bed and walk on a steep trail that presents views of beautiful mountain sides. We will also walk to the Machhapuchhre Base Camp set at the elevation of 4100m, which is quite challenging. Machhapuchhre Base Camp presents exceptional views of the grandiosity of Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Annapurna South, Gangapurna and many more mountain peaks. From here, we will notice the landscape changing since the vegetation seems to vanish as it starts thinning out exceptionally. Walking ahead, we will reach the Annapurna Base Camp where enthralling views of the Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli and several other giant peaks come into sight. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp To Bamboo (2310m/7575ft), Duration: 7 Hrs
Experiencing awesome time and taking memorable pictures at the Annapurna base camp, on this day we will make way to Bamboo. We will walk downhill for around 7 hours to get to Bamboo passing the amazing setting. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 11: Bamboo To Jhinu Danda (Hot Spring) (1780m/5840ft), Duration: 6 Hrs
From Bamboo, we will walk uphill to reach Khuldighar then stroll downward to the Chhomrong Khola. We will also ascend on a stony way to Chhomrong from where our path moves down to Jhinu Danda. At Jhinu Danda, we will have a chance to get an interlude from dipping ourselves in the hot springs to calm our exhausted body. Overnight at Guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 12: Jhinu Danda To Pokhara (910m/2985ft), Duration: 5 Hours Walk And 1 Hour Drive
We will trek for around 5 hours on this day to reach Nayapul via Birethanti. From Nayapul, with an hour’s drive, we will get back to Pokhara. Overnight at a hotel in Pokhara. Breakfast included.
Day 13: Pokhara To Kathmandu, 6-7 Hours Bus Ride
We shall drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus then transfer to hotel, breakfast included.
Day 14: Departure
This is your last day in Nepal. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to your country.