Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Key Information
  • Duration14 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Difficulty Level Moderate
  • Max Altitude 4130m
  • Starts/Ends Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Best Season September - November and March - May

Highlights

  • Embark on one of the classic treks in the Himalayas of Nepal that leads to the base of the tenth-highest mountain in the world
  • An adventurous journey packed with stunning landscapes and mountain vistas
  • Explore rhododendron forests and beautiful mountain villages along the way
  • Get to see the simple yet fulfilling life of the locals
  • Come across many exotic flora and fauna of the Annapurna Sanctuary
  • The trail ascends from sub-tropical forests to glaciers
  • Spend a night in Ghorepani village and catch a gorgeous sunrise from Poon Hill
  • Enjoy natural hot springs in Jhinu Danda
  • Explore Kathmandu and Pokhara, the two famous cities in Nepal, on this trip

Overview

The Annapurna Base Camp trek from Kathmandu is one of the classic adventures in the Himalayas. During the ABC trek, trekkers go on a lifetime journey via lush rhododendron forests and beautiful mountain villages to the lap of the tenth-highest mountain in the world, Annapurna Base Camp.

On this 14 days trek in Nepal, you will witness jaw-dropping landscapes that change from sub-tropical forests to snow-capped peaks. Following diverse terrain, the trail ascends via different climatic zones. You will explore the wilderness of the Annapurna Sanctuary and come across many exotic flora and fauna along the way.

What to expect during the Annapurna Base Camp trek 14 days?

The Annapurna Base Camp trail navigates varied terrain, including steep ascents and descents, stone staircases, and occasional rugged paths. The trekking route offers views of mountains like Annapurna (8,091 m/26,545 ft), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m/26,795 ft), Nilgiri (7,061 m/23,166 ft), Fishtail (6,993 m/22,943 ft), Hiunchuli (6,441 m/21,132 ft), Gangapurna (7,455 m/24,459 ft, and many others.

Likewise, the cultural immersion is also fantastic on this trek. You will meet with communities like Gurungs, Magars, and Thakalis. Get to see their traditional mountain life and culture. The entire trekking route is dotted with lodges run by locals, so you will get a comfortable and safe place to spend the nights.

Start the Annapurna Base Camp trek with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. From here, you will drive to Nayapul and begin trekking via lush forests and small settlements to Tikhedhunga. From here, climb numerous stone stairs to reach Ulleri (2,050 m/6,726 ft). Following dense rhododendron forests, you will reach Ghorepani (2,874 m/9,429 ft).

Catch a gorgeous sunrise from Poon Hill (3,210m/10,531 ft) and ascend to lower Sinuwa via Tadapani (2,630 m/8,628 ft). Keep trekking from here through the woodlands and enter Annapurna Sanctuary. Further, you will follow a narrow, steep track and go past Machhapuchhre Base Camp before arriving at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft) for the night stay.

While returning, you will follow the same trail back to Bamboo. From here, trek to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m/5,840 ft), where you will get to enjoy natural hot springs. The next day, drive back to Pokhara. Spend one more night here before returning to Kathmandu. Explore tourist sites and local markets during your time in these two cities in Nepal.

Who can do the ABC trek?

The ABC trek is popular among trekkers of all ages and experience levels, making it accessible to a wide range of adventurers. Solo travelers, couples, families, and groups can do the Annapurna Base Camp trek.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is moderate to moderately challenging. It is not an easy tour and demands long hours of walking each day. This trek is suitable for trekkers with a reasonable level of fitness. Beginner trekkers can do Annapurna Base Camp trekking with us.

Why do the Annapurna Base Camp trek 14 days with Ascent Adventures Nepal?

We offer excellent Annapurna Base Camp trek cost and fixed departure. You do not have to face any hidden costs with us. Our professional team will help you during the trek by organizing the logistics and obtaining all the necessary permits.

Moreover, this Annapurna Base Camp trek package has a gradual ascent and provides ample time to enjoy nature. You can customize the itinerary if you are looking for a short ABC trek. Likewise, you can also start the Annapurna Base Camp trek from Pokhara.

Our booking for Annapurna Base Camp trek 2024 is open! we have joining group departing on the 6th May to 21st May. cost only $1100 per person feel free to contact us!

Itinerary

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These are our regular itineraries; please feel free to contact with us if you would like to customise them to suit with your budget and timetable.

One of our company representatives will be waiting for you to welcome and receive you from the airport. Outside of the exit gate, he will be standing with your name written on a board. You will easily find him; he will greet you, and then he will take you to the hotel by private vehicle. Our hotel will be located in Thamel, which is in the heart of Kathmandu city. In the evening we will take you for a welcome dinner at a Nepali restaurant where you will test Nepali cuisine and observe Nepali cultural shows.

  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Welcome dinner and breakfast
  • Altitude: 1350m

 

  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast 

Today is your preparation day. You will meet with your guide, who will brief you about the entire trip and check your gear to make sure you have enough equipment for the entire journey. If you don't have proper gear, then the guide will advise you to purchase enough. You can buy or rent from the trekking shop nearby the hotel.

We will take you on a short Kathmandu city tour. The tour guide will take you to Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, which is situated at a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will get an opportunity to engage with locals and witness Nepalese customs, culture, religion, and tradition during the tour. 

  • Disance: 200kl
  • Altitude: 820m
  • Duration: by flight 40 minute and by vehicle 7-8 hours
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast only

We'll set off on your tour with an early breakfast. You will board the Car or Bus and travel southwest of kathmandu. While travelling through the nearby villages, you will be treated to spectacular vista. Due to the lengthy travel to Pokhara, you will stop for Lunch. Once you arrive in Pokhara, you check into your hotel by evening, after while you can visit the stunning Fewa Lake and eat supper at a tourist restaurant before spending the night in a cosy hotel. 

  • Distance: 50kl
  • Altitude: 1940m
  • Duration: drive ½ hour and Trek 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you will travel to Nayapul, which is located at an elevation of 1050 metres, via picturesque driving. then the journey will begin. It starts with a simple, sloping Jeep route that passes through the picturesque Gurung villages. After 2:30 hours of trekking, we typically stop for lunch at Hile, one of the most exquisite Gurung settlements. You will go to Tikhedhunga after lunch and cross two suspension bridges over the stunning waterfall. The final section of your steep trail then starts. Ulleri Ko Ukalo, which translates to "steep climbing of the Ulleri," is the name for this. You will be treated to a breath taking view of HieuchulI and Annapurna South as you approach Ulleri. Then you will stay overnight at a local guest house. 

  • Distance: 10kl
  • Altitude: 2840m
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today is almost a half-day trek, but there is still a bit of climbing, but not very hard. You will walk for about 45 minutes at first, passing through the settlements before entering the jungle. As you trek through beautiful Rododendron forests and pass through beautiful waterfalls, you will also see longur monkeys. In the middle of a jungle at Nange-Thanti, there are tea houses where you can take a quick tea break. then, by lunchtime, you will reach your final destination at Ghorepani. from where you will see the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. 

  • Distance: 12kl
  • Altitude: 2610m
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today your journey will start very early in the morning, even before breakfast with your head torch, because you will hike to Poon Hill for the panoramic view and sunrise over the mountain. It takes approximately more or less an hour; it depends on your speed. Once you've had your panoramic view, you should return to the Ghorepani guesthouse, eat breakfast, and then resume your hike towards Tadhapani.

Once again, your trek will begin with a steep climb to Gurung Hill via the gorgeous Rododendron Forest, where you will be offered to a breathtaking panoramic view. After that, you walk a very smooth up-and-down path to Deurali, where you can stop for a quick tea break. After your tea break, you will make a slightly steep descent to Banthanti, where you are going to stop for lunch. You will walk down the hill for around an hour after lunch. Then, you will need to climb a steep slope for an additional hour in order to reach Tadhapani, which is your ultimate destination.

  • Distance: 18kl
  • Altitude: 2200m
  • Duration: 6-7 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today, your trek begins with a steep descent to Kimrong Khola, where you will cross a suspension bridge. It takes around 2:30 hours to reach the bridge from Tadhapani. then you will walk an easy gradual up-and-down trail till beautiful Chhomrong village, where you have a lunch break and decent to Chhumrong Khola, cross the suspension bridge, and climb up to your final destination Lower Sinuwa. 

  • Distance: 15klm
  • Altitude: 3400m
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Distance: 10 km
  • Altitude: 4130m
  • Duration: 5-7 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Distance: 18 km
  • Altitude: 2600m
  • Duration: 6-7hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Distance: 18 km
  • Altitude: 1800m
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local guest house
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Distance: 160 km
  • Altitude: 820m
  • Duration: Trek 3 hours and drive 2 hours
  • Accommodation: 2-star hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Distance: 200 km
  • Duration: by flight 40 minutes and by vehicle 7-8 hours
  • Accommodation: 3-star hotel
  • Meals: Farewell dinner and breakfast
  • Meals: Breakfast.

One of our representatives will transport you to the airport by private vehicle for your smooth departure around three hours prior to your scheduled flight. 

Cost Details

Includes
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle.
  • 3 night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in a 4-star category hotel on a BB plan, sharing basis (twin bed room). Unless private is required.
  • All the ground transportation by private vehicle.
  • Guide & porter with their salary and insurance. 
  • Three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek.
  • Drinks such as tea, coffee, and treated drinking water.
  • Accommodation during the trek in a local guest house.
  • All the necessary trekking permits.
  • First aid/medical kit.
Excludes

  • Nepal entry fees or visa fees.

  • International flight.
  • Single supplement rooms during trek and hotel stay.
  • Internet services and battery charging during trek.
  • Personal trekking equipment or trekking gear.
  • Food & Drinks during the stay in Kathmandu or in case of early return from trekking.
  • Extra night Accommodation in Pokhara/Kathmandu or in case of early return from trekking.
  • Personal & Travel Insurance (Travel & high altitude insurance for any accident, emergency helicopter evacuation or hospital medication).
  • Hard drinks, Soft drinks, bottle of hot water and mineral water.
  • Internet service and Mobile battery charging.
  • Hot shower during the trek.
  • Tea/coffee besides breakfast.
  • Extra snacks during trek and bottled beverages.
  • Any other service or activities which are not mention.
  • Tips or gratuities for Guide, porter & driver.

Dates & Prices

We have two Australians signed up for this set departure date. If you would like to join the group, feel free to get in touch with us.

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    We have just completed a fabulous trek to Annapurna Base Camp with Bigraj. Each day was well planned, and provided a different perspective on this awe-inspiring landscape. Bigraj is an excellent guide, leader and trekking companion. The memories of this wonderful adventure will stay long in my memory.

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    Wonderful experience with excellent guide, friendly and knowledgeable. Recommended.

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