Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Day 1 · Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

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   Stop 1

   2 hours Admission not included

   Welcome to Nepal! Our representative will pick you up from the airport and drive you to the hotel after you exit from the airport completing the immigration process.

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   Stop 2

   12 hours Admission included

   "Little paradise in Kathmandu"

   Located at the heart of Kathmandu i.e. Thamel which is also one of the most popular tourist hubs in Nepal, Hotel Horizon Kathmandu is your accommodation during your trek.

Overnight at Hotel Horizon Kathmandu

Day 2 · Kathmandu to Pokhara (823m/2,700ft): 5 - 6 hours drive

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   Stop 1

   one hour

   The starting point of your trip, you will be introduced with your trekking guide and will get briefings about your trek. And after having breakfast, you will move out to Pokhara.

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   Stop 2

   Passing by

   One of the famous picnic spot and tourist hub of Kathmandu Valley which is along the way to Pokhara.

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   Manakamana Temple

   Passing by

   Holy and spiritual temple of Nepal which is highly praised by everyone. It is believed that whatever you wish in this temple will be fulfilled.

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   Stop 4

   12 hours Admission included

   Today we shall move on to the adventure hub of Nepal and one of the most beautiful cities, the beautiful Pokhara on a scenic drive. Eye-dazzling iew of the lush valleys and green hills, terraced landscape and serpentine rivers and picturesque landscape of the Pokhara valley is an enchanting experience for the travellers. The beautiful valley welcomes you with the sight of glittering mountains, picturesque landscape with several lakes of the valley and cool climate. After landing in the airport you will be escorted to the hotel of your stay. Explore the bustling area of Lakeside which seems to embrace all the aspects of modern life with open arms while also supports the traditional heritages through artefacts and related souvenirs.

Overnight at Hotel Center Lake, Pokhara

Day 3 · Pokhara to Jhinu Danda (1,760m/5,770ft) via Nayapul(1,070m/3,510ft): 2 and half hours drive and 3 hours trek

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   Stop 1

   30 min Admission included

   Today we shall start the trek in this beautiful landscape with the trek to the spot famous for natural hot water spring, the settlement of Jhinu Danda. The trek shall start with the drive to the hub of Nayapul which serves as the beginning point of the treks in the Annapurna region. This drive of around an hour and a half shall take us through the remote settlements, accompanied by torrential rivers, temples and the sight of mountains overlooking the entire journey.

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   Stop 2

   12 hours Admission included

   After reaching Nayapul, we shall trek to Jhinu Danda along the Modi River. Trekking to the northern direction we shall have a gradual ascent past small settlement of Chandrakot and traversing along the trail accompanied by the Modi River to the left and turn rightward to reach little ahead of settlement of Pritam Deurali. After trekking through the flagstone steps near Tolga we descent ahead to the Landruk village past suspension bridge, religious monuments and smaller settlements. Turning left trekking little ahead to cross a bridge we have an uphill climb closely along the Modi River and descent to the confluence of Modi River and Kimrong River and ascend gently to reach the destination of Jhinu Danda. We shall also explore the natural hot springs at the base of the ridge.

Overnight at Jhinu Danda

Day 4 · Jhinu Danda to Bamboo (2,310m/7,578ft): 5-6 hours

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   Stop 1

   Passing by

   This trek of around 6 hours begins with the trek ahead of Jhinu Danda through the terraces in a steep trek till we reach the settlement of Chhomrong village past the village of Nayagaon. Ahead we trek across the Chhomrong River after trekking down on a stone staircase after which we climb to the ridge above the Modi River.

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   Stop 2

   Passing by

   Traversing through the bamboo forest and terraced fields, smaller settlements and on a rough trail we reach to the Siruwa village.

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   Stop 3

   12 hours Admission included

   Further ahead in the trail we pass through the bamboo forest to Kuldighar, once the place for sheep breeding project and after a long descent through the rhododendron and bamboo forest we reach to the settlement of Bamboo. The later section of the trek is rather steep section of marching. Trekkers generally trek little further to the bamboo lodge for overnight stay.

Overnight at Bamboo

Day 5 · Bamboo to Deurali (3,230m/10,595ft): 3 - 4 hours

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   Stop 1

   20 min

   Today we shall have a short trek so as to prepare ourselves for the ascent to the Annapurna Base Camp. The trek shall begin with crossing over a stream which shall lead us in a trail with gradual climb past the rhododendron and oak forest to reach the small town of Dovan.

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   Stop 2

   12 hours Admission included

   After trekking on some steep sections and crossing the waterfall we reach to the Himalaya hotel. The trail opens up to the outstanding view of the Modi River and the surrounding landscape. On a steep trail, we march ahead to the Hinku cave from where the sight of Deurali village is visible. The ascent on this section of the trail continues as we reach the village of Deurali after trekking for around 45 minutes. Intermittently we also notice that the vegetation become sparser and the terrain becomes rockier with increased difficulty.

Overnight at Deurali

Day 6 · Deurali to Annapurana Base Camp (4,130m/13,545ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m/12,135ft): 5- 6 hours

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   Stop 1

   one hour Admission included

   The climax of this trekking adventure in the Annapurna region is in store for the trekkers today as we reach the Annapurna Base Camp through the Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Starting with the gentle climb over a steep trail we trail past the settlement of Bagar after which the strenuous terrain continues on to the stoppage of Machhapuchhre base camp. From here we have the view of Fishtail Mountain along with peaks of Hiuchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gagapurna and several others

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   Annapurna Base Camp Trek

   12 hours Admission included

   We branch away from the Modi River where vegetation becomes sparse and path widens as we turn right towards the base camp of Annapurna. On reaching the base camp we have the view of towering Annapurna without anything disturbing the marvellous sight. Savouring the mesmerizing views of the humongous Himalayas we have an overnight stay in one of the most amazing spots in this entire trekking expedition.

Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp

Day 7 · Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo: 7 - 8 hours

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   Annapurna Mountain Range

   7 hours Admission included

   Today we shall leave the mesmerizing landscape view in the foothills of majestic Annapurna Mountain and make a return trip to the settlement of Bamboo. We join the trail section accompanied by the Modi River in a relatively easier trail as we have a downhill march. In this section of our trekking, we shall begin our day with the exceptionally beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas. Joining the company of Modi River we shall pass the area prone to avalanche, the settlements of Dovan and Deurali, rhododendron and bamboo forest at the lower elevations and through a wooden bridge before we reach to the settlement of Bamboo.

Overnight at Bamboo

Day 8 · Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,760m/5,770 ft): 5 - 6 hours

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   Stop 1

   Passing by

   The trekking of today takes us around 6 hours. We retrace the same trail which we covered on our trek to the Annapurna base camp. We shall start the trek with an uphill climb to the Khuldighar village which hosts a helipad and further ahead along a twisting and turning trail to the Sinuwa village. Ahead of the village of Sinuwa, we pass through settlements of Tilche and Chhomrong past a bridge and steep stone steps to reach the Taulung village, a village that has a trail junction leading to Landruk, to Tadhapani and to Kot Danda.

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   Stop 2

   Passing by

   Ahead of the village of Sinuwa, we pass through settlements of Tilche and Chhomrong past a bridge and steep stone steps to reach the Taulung village, a village that has a trail junction leading to Landruk, to Tadhapani and to Kot Danda.

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   Stop 3

   12 hours Admission included

   After about an hour trekkers reach the destination of Jhinu Danda. You may explore the surrounding and get relaxed in the hot water of the natural springs of this place.

Overnight at Jhinu Danda

Day 9 · Jhinu Danda to Pokhara(823m/2,700ft): 5-6 hours

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   Pokhara Lakeside

   12 hours Admission included

   With the view of Himalayas and lush hills overlooking the trail, we trek down from Jhinu Danda down to the Modi Khola valley following through the way via New Bridge. With the sight of rivers flowing in a serpentine shape and trekking on a stone staircase, along with the trail on the hillside, past farms with crops harvest, wooden and suspension bridges, and traditional houses gradually leading to the lower elevations with wider valley and larger fields we continue along the trail. The sight of the mountain is always there to accompany us besides the greenery, cultivation and lush hills and valleys as we reach Nayapool marking the end of our physical trekking. After this point, we shall drive to the beautiful lake city of Pokhara. Time remaining you shall explore the natural amphitheatre of Pokhara, the Phewa lake and bustling Lake Side.

Overnight at Hotel Center Lake, Pokhara

Day 10 · Pokhara to Kathmandu: 5 - 6 hours drive

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   Stop 1

   We shall leave the trekking destination in the Annapurna region as we drive back from the Pokhara valley in a scenic drive of about 5-6 hours. Savouring the view of the majestic Himalayas, hills and valleys, terraced fields and vast landscape we reach to the medieval capital city of Kathmandu. We shall move to the hotel of our stay.

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   Kathmandu Durbar Square

   2 hours Admission included

   Time remaining you may also go for souvenir shopping for carrying with you some memories for your loved ones back to your native place. Explore the stone paved areas of the royal palace of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the busy streets of Thamel and the surrounding areas.

Overnight at Hotel Horizon Kathmandu

Day 11 · Departure Day

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   Stop 1

   one hour Admission not included

   This marks the official end to the short yet enriching trek to one of the most popular trekking destinations in the world. We hope that you shall carry with you the memories of the lifetime and come back for another adventure in this land of Himalayas, adventure and diversity. You shall be transferred to the Tribhuwan International Airport at least three hours prior to the flight scheduled for your onward destination. We thank you for joining our team and would hope that we have the opportunity to host you for another experience in this enchanting land full of diversity, mysticism and uniqueness. Have a happy trekking.