11-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek From Pokhara
Highlights
Kathmandu, Pokhara
nature, trekking, cultural
Private Tour
11 Days
Medium
English
Description
Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is one of the most beautiful treks in the world with diverse climates, diverse landscapes, and culturally rich villages. From Annapurna Base Camp you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Fishtail, Hiunchuli, Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho, Pisang, Punda Danda, and many other peaks. Along the way, visit the famous Poon Hill lookout and relax in the natural hot pools of Jinu Danda.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Welcome
- After early breakfast, board a tourist bus for Pokhara (journey time probably 6-7 hours) from Kathmandu, Nepal.
- On the way, you will see the picturesque Trishuli and Marsyangdi rivers, interconnected streams, and small springs along the green rocky mountains. Pokhara is a beautiful valley known for several lakes such as Phewa Lake and Begnas Lake, and is located at the foothills of Annapurna (8,091 m), Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Dhaulagiri (8,169 m), Manaslu (8,156 m) and Lamjung Himal (6,983 m). Pokhara is a tourist's paradise with all modern facilities and amenities. Come and explore Pokhara, learn about its diverse culture, and visit various tourist attractions.
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Day 2: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul / Birethanti / Tikedhunga (1,570m). Hike to Ulleri (1,540m / 5,050ft)
- After a hearty breakfast by Lake Phewa, take a short drive through the beautiful countryside to Tikedhunga. The road is very gentle and passes through Nayapul and then Birethanti.
- On the way, you will see the beautiful, terraced fields along the Burundi Kola.
- After Birethanti, drive in an off-road vehicle to Tikedhunga.
- The trek starts from Tikhedhunga, passes through the villages of Sudame and Hire, and ends at Ulleri (2,073 m). The hike takes approximately 3 hours.
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Day 3: Hike from Ulleri (1,540 m) to Ghorepani (2,860 m)
- Today is going to be a pleasant hike with a gradual climb. The trail offers views of the snowcapped Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli mountain ranges.
- Hike through rhododendron forests to see wildlife, refreshing springs and rivers.
- You will then reach Ghorepani, a beautiful village perched on a mountain ridge. The Himalayan views from this village are breathtaking with heavenly views of Dhaulagiri I, II, III, IV, V, Tukche, Dhampus, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Bara Sikar and Machhapuchhre (popularly known as Fishtail).
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Day 4: Morning hike to Poon Hill Viewpoint (3,210m) followed by a hike to Tadapani (2,630m) / Chuile (2,309m).
- If you love sunrises, today is the day. Once you reach Poon Hill, watch the sunrise over the Himalayas.
- From Poon Hill, you can watch the dawn break over 32 peaks of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Machhapuchhre ranges. Poon Hill is also known as a photo spot, so take as many photos as you like and enjoy Poon Hill.
- After spending some time at Poon Hill, descend to the lodge, have breakfast and start the trek to Tadapuni (2,630m).
- However, to reach Tadapani, you will pass through Deurali (2,960m) and Bantanti. If you reach Tadapani early, take a short walk to Chuire village.
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Day 5: Trek from Tadapani (2,630m) / Chuire (2,309m) to Chomrong (2,165m) / Sinuwa (2,340m)
- Today's hike will vary slightly depending on where you stayed last night.
- After reaching Tadapani, have breakfast and continue your journey to Chomrong (2,165m).
- On the way, you will pass through Chuile.
- First, you will pass through the beautiful Ghandruk village and then after a steep descent to Kim Rong River, you will reach Chomrong with breathtaking views of Annapurna South and Fishtail. Located at the foot of the majestic Annapurna massif, Chomrong village is a popular overnight spot for those climbing to Annapurna Base Camp.
- However, if you stayed in Chuile last night, you would stay in Sinuwa.
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Day 6: Trek from Chomorong (2,165m)/Sinuwa (2,340m) to Himalaya (2,890m)/Deurali (3,174m)
- Today's mountain walk will be a little longer. It also depends a little on your previous accommodation.
- If you stay overnight in Chomorong, you will descend a steep stone path to Chomorong Khola, but then the path will climb through bamboo, oak and rhododendron forests to reach Sinuwa.
- However, if you spend the night in Sinuwa, your trek will start from Sinuwa.
- During the trek, you will enjoy views of Machapuchare and the snow-capped Annapurna mountains next to it.
- The trail passes through the village of Kuldigal, descends to the village of Bamboo Lodge, and continues up to the Himalayan ranges (2,890 m).
- If you start the trek from Sinuwa, stay overnight at Deurali.
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Day 7: Trek from Mt. Himalayan (2,890 meters)/Mt. Deurali (3,174 meters) to ABC (4,130 meters/13,550 feet) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp
- After our last night in the Himalayas, we follow the route through a narrow gorge along the Modi Khola glacier valley, crossing more forests on the way.
- We also pass a large protruding rock known as Hinku Cave and the Deurali Hut before arriving at the entrance to the Annapurna Conservation Area, which eventually leads to ABC.
- However, if you have stayed overnight at Deurali, the trek will start from Deurali itself. We hike all day near the Annapurna Glacier.
- On the way, Machhapuchhre Base Camp offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
- But we continue our journey northwest and finally reach ABC, where we enjoy 360-degree views from Hiunchuli, Annapurna South to Annapurna I (8,097m), Kangsar Kang, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, and Machhapuchhre. Today's trek will take us close to some giant mountains including Annapurna massif (Annapurna I-IV), Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, Gangapurna, Mt. Tilicho, Mt. Pisang, Paunda Danda and many other mountains with an altitude of 6,000-8,000 meters. The beauty of the snow-capped mountains that surround us will make this day an unforgettable experience. We will spend the night at the base camp.
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Day 8: Hike from ABC (4,130m) to Bamboo (2,350m)
- After leaving our footprints at ABC, we head downstairs. We trek across the Annapurna Conservation Area towards the Modi River Valley.
- Finally, we reach our destination for the day, a tranquil stopover called Bamboo (2,350m).
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Day 9: Hike from Bamboo (2,350 m) to Jinu Danda (1,780 m) and close by herbal warm springs
- On your remaining day, entire the lengthytrip from ABC to Bamboo and pressure to Jinu Danda.
- Start by way ofriding to Kimrong Khola and then climb via oak forests to eventuallyattain Jinu Danda. Jinu Danda is a distinguishedareawell-known for its soothing herbalwarm springs that loosen upworn-out muscles, attracting hundreds of travelerseach and every year.
- From the warm springs, you can see lush rhododendron forests and lush greenery.
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Day 10: Trek from Jinu Danda (1,780 m) to Siwa/Ghandruk Pedi (1,150 m) and pressure to Pokhara (820 m) through Nayapul.
- Last day of hiking. After leaving Jinu Danda, take the dusty avenue to the proper of Modi Khola. This section of the hike is the most enjoyablestroll of the complete trip.
- After about three hours of hiking, you will attain Siwa/Ghandruk Pedi, the place where you will bid farewell to the trekkingpath and powervialovelysurroundings to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
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Day 11: Drive from Pokhara (820m) to Kathmandu (1350m)
- Depart Pokhara early in the morning and tour to Kathmandu through vacationer bus. This 200 km route follows first the Marsyangdi and then the Trishuli rivers, providing breathtaking views of herbal landscapes and terraced fields. The bus climbs the closing climb and sooner or later reaches Kathmandu, the place where the trip begins. Your trip is nearing an end. We want you a fine day out and recollections that will ultimately a lifetime. Later in the day, we will arrange a farewell dinner.
Please know:
If you remain in a hotel/guest residence you will be supplied with a hygienic room with a toilet and popular ingredients (breakfast+lunch+dinner) are blanketed in your stay. Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes 20 minutes at an extra cost.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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1 to 3 | /person |
4 to 8 | /person |
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15 to 29 | /person |
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1 to 3 | /person |
4 to 8 | /person |
9 to 14 | /person |
15 to 29 | /person |
This is a private tour |