12 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Overview
Be met by your guide and driver in your hotel lobby. You will then travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara, enjoy scenic views on this 7-hour car journey. From Pokhara, you will then trek through Naya Pool to Ulleri. See Hile and Tikhedhunga as you pass through.
Witness the breathtaking views of Ghorepani before heading onto Poonhill, enjoy panoramic views and the sunrise in the early morning from this amazing mountain. From there pass through Tadapani, Chhomrong, Dovan and Deurali before reaching Annapurna Base Camp. Take in these fantastic views! You will trek through Bamboo, Jhinu and Siwai before being driven back to Pokhara for a nights stay.
The next day, head back to Kathmandu - again by car taking approx 7 hours. A once in a lifetime opportunity and an unforgettable journey!
Highlights
- See the beautiful village of Naya Pool as you head to Ulleri
- Trek through rhododendron forests as you're lead to Ghorepani
- Witness a magnificent sunrise from Poonhill
- As you head to Annapurna see the Kimrong River, Hiunchuli Peak and the majestic Machapuchare mountain
- Spend a night in the amazing base camo and rest before heading back
Good to Know
Scheduling: Shared Tour
Languages offered on the Activity / Tour: English
Duration: 12 days
Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
Not recommended for children under the age of 8 
Pick-up serviceWe will meet our guests in the lobby of their Thamel hotel.
Easy CancellationThere is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Cut-off Time
Available to be booked until 12 days before the tour starts.
Inclusions
- Government taxes and office expenses.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Private Transport from Pokhara-Narapul and Phedi -Pokhara.
- Tourist bus to Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu.
- Annapurna Conversation Area Project (ACAP)permit.
- Tea house accommodations during the trek.
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek and fresh fruit every evening after the dinner.
- A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly , English speaking well trained, Government License holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
Exclusions
- Meals in Pokhara.
- Hotel and meals in Kathmandu.
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Nepalese visa fee
What To Expect
Day 1: Kathmandu - Pokhara
7 hours 2 Star Hotel at Hotel Green Tara or Pokhara Eco Resort or Similar
Enjoy seven hours of scenic drive through Prithvi Highway. Reach Pokhara and spend your night there.
Day 2: Pokhara - Naya Pool - Ulleri
7 hours Guest house
An hour and a half long drive takes you from Pokhara to Naya Pool. Follow the Modi River to Birethanti, a beautiful village with many guest houses. Take the route to Ulleri travelling along the banks of the the Burungdi River.
Travel past Hile (1495m) and Tikhedhunga (1525m) to reach Ulleri (2073m), a beautiful Magar village. Although the route is generally uphill and steep at places, you will enjoy the experience of trekking on an undulating landscape, past picturesque Magar villages.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Ulleri - Ghorepani
4.30 hours Guest house
Today's trail winds up through oak and rhododendron forests and leads to Ghorepani, one of most popular destinations along the Annapurna route. A village in Myagdi District and located at an altitude of 2856m, Ghorepani is known for offering travellers breathtaking sceneries of the mountains.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani
6.30 - 7 hours Guest house
Hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) early in the morning to enjoy panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Lamjung mountains at sunrise. Descend to Ghorepani and enjoy your breakfast. Continue your downhill journey to Tadapani (2625m), travelling through rhododendron and pine forests.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Tadapani - Chhomrong
5 hours Guest house
Follow the trail along the Kimrong River to Chomrong (2020m). Enjoy amazing views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli Peak as well as the majestic Machapuchare Mountain.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Chomrong - Dovan
5 - 6 hours Guest house
The journey from Chomrong to Dovan comprises both uphill and downhill trails that travel through thick rhododendron forests and descend down steep stone steps at places.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Dovan - Deurali/Machhapuchhre Base Camp
4 - 6 hours Guest house
Head for Deurali (3200m) or Machapuchare Base Camp (3700m). Hike through rhododendron and bamboo forests.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp
2 - 4 hours Guest house
Time to ascend to the highest point of the trek. Muster all your energy and start your journey to Annapurna Base Camp. Located at an altitude of 4131m above sea level, the base camp is the starting point for those out there to conquer the tenth highest mountain in the world that is also among the most dangerous.
Be surrounded by the mighty Himalayas. Enjoy a spectacular view of mountains like Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), Barah Shikhar (7800m) and Machapuchare.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Annapurna Base Camp - Bamboo
5 hours Guest house
Time to return. Trek back to Bamboo, a picturesque village along the route, and stay there overnight.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Bamboo - Jhinu
5.30 hours Guest house
Hike down to Chhomrong enjoying lovely views of Annapurna South and other mountains. Descend to Jhinu, where you can enjoy swimming / bathing in a hot spring.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11: Jhinu - Siwai & drive back to Pokhara
5hours 2 Star Hotel at Hotel Green Tara or Pokhara Eco Resort or Similar
Start your day early. Walk downhill and cross the Kimrong River once again. Continue your journey until you have reached Siwai, where you will find a bus or a jeep that will take you to Pokhara.
MEALS
Breakfast & Lunch
Day 12: Pokhara - Kathmandu
7 hours
A 7-hour drive through Prithvi Highway will take you to Kathmandu.
MEALS
Breakfast
Pickup and Drop-off / Meeting Point
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Know Before You Go
- Tour can be customised to 6 - 15 days upon request
- Ideally, you should have hiking boots for treks and sneakers for camps. Please pack the appropriate clothing for the different treks
- Please provide accommodation details and a contact number when booking
- Single supplementary (per-person for accommodation USD 80) Per night during the trekking single supplementary is USD 250
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