Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Exciting and scenic walks to scenic plateau at Annapurna base camp trekking 16 days Within high green hills covered with tall rhododendron-magnolia and pines tree lines Walk from low warm paddy fields to cooler alpine hills to the vast arctic zone of ice and glaciers Explore traditional Gurung farm villages of great interest with colorful culture and old custom Start & End at picturesque Pokhara valley blessed with the natural beauty of mountains and lakes.
We present one of the most scenic adventures with combination of local colorful culture on Annapurna region, an ideal holiday in Nepal for all types of travelers of a week duration walk from low warm paddy fields to cooler high green hills to remorseless fields of ice and glaciers at picturesque Annapurna sanctuary and its base camp. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking 16 days leads you from moderate to adventurous walks as journey progress heading high scenic hills covered within enchanting woodland of tall rhododendron (Nepal national flower), magnolia, pines, oaks and fir tree lines and into traditional farm villages of Gurung people the hill tribe of Annapurna region interwoven with Buddhism and local age-old sect spiritual practice.
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking 16 days An adventure for all age groups from family, school / college groups to corporate people and for veteran trekkers and adventurer, as this marvelous Annapurna Base Camp Trekking does not involve much high altitude on walks except at base camp which is above 4,130 m high, walking gradually and gaining heights slowly where you get acclimatized before you reach the highest spot of the adventure at Annapurna Base Camp.
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking 16 days starts with an exciting overland drive from Kathmandu to reach Nepal Mid West at Pokhara city within scenic green valley blessed with Annapurna Himalayan peaks including magnificent Machhapuchare Himal that reflects on its calm and beautiful Phewa and Begnas Lakes. From Pokhara short ride to the starting point of the trek where walk leads you on the mid-hills within lovely cool forested areas and into impressive villages following the raging Modi River right up to its glacial source at Annapurna Base Camp within wonderful Sanctuary enclosed within the array of peaks.
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking via Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, the one and only adventure in the whole Himalaya where you can view mountains in the comfort of nice and cozy local lodges with rooms facing stunning scenery of peaks and dramatic landscapes. After a marvelous and enjoyable time at Annapurna base camp and with scenic Sanctuary our fabulous walk ends with a short drive back to Pokhara by the serene Phewa Lake to conclude one of the best and marvelous trekking in whole Himalaya at Annapurna base camp trekking.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu 1,345 m and then transfer to respective Hotels
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara 860 m – 06 hrs journey (via flights 30 mins on air)
Day 03: Drive beyond Nayapul and trek to ulleri village 1,740 m -06hrs
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani Village2,845m -04 hrs
Day 05: Hike to pun hill and continue walking to Tadapani 2,680 m-06 hrs
Day 06: Trek to Chhomrong 2,020 m-06hrs
Day 07: Trek to Dovan 2,610 m-06 hrs
Day 08: Trek to Deurali 3,200 m -05 hrs
Day 09: Trek to Annapurna base camp 4,131 m -06 hrs
Day 10: Trek back to Bamboo 2,345m-06 hrs
Day 11: Trek to Jhinu village 1,780 m-06 hrs
Day 12: Trek to Tolka 1,700 m 06 hrs
Day 13: Trek to Dhampus 1500 m 06 hrs
Day 14: Trek to Phedi and drive back to Pokhara
Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu and then transfer to your hotels
Day 16: International departure for homeward bound or to respective country
15 Night - 16 Day Trekking Expedition
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu 1,345 m and then transfer to respective Hotels
On reaching Kathmandu via respective airlines well received by company guides and staff for short drive in the hub of Kathmandu city where your hotels located. After checking into your lovely rooms getting refreshed join in at the Hotel lobby for group briefing regarding treks and other useful information to make your stay in Nepal enjoyable and pleasant.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara 860 m - 06 hrs walk (via flights 30 mins via air travel)
Annapurna Base Camp trekking begins with the overland drive to Nepal Mid West taking a comfortable coach or in Tourist Bus to reach scenic Pokhara, a beautiful and leading touristic place in all Himalaya range, with warm sub-tropical temperatures and close views of Annapurna Himalaya with Mt. Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’.On reaching Pokhara transfer to respective hotels by the Phewa Lake with views of Annapurna and Machhapuchare peak, afternoon at leisure for short walks around the lakeside. Meals included: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive beyond Nayapul and trek to Ulleri village 1,740 m - 06 hrs walk
Morning departs from the hotel taking a short drive where the journey takes you beyond Pokhara, valley facing views of Manaslu and Annapurna Himalaya. On reaching at Nayapul following Modi River to Bhirethati village from here drive leads further past farm villages and terraced fields to reach at Hille on the foothills of Annapurna, where our first-day walk begins heading for high hills on stone steps to reach at the nice and lovely village at Ulleri with views of Annapurna peaks. From this small farm village, our first-day walk starts heading north with the steep climb on the stone-paved steps to Jhinu village located on a high scenic ridge, from this village a short walk downhill leads you to natural hot-spring by the Modi River. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani village 2,845 m - 04 hrs walk
The morning begins heading uphill to reach a ridge above Ulleri and Bhanthati villages, as the walk continues on the gradual winding path into the deep forest covered with tall rhododendron-magnolia-
pine-oak and fir trees. Slowly walk climbs higher side of the mid-hills to reach at charming Ghorepani village with blue painted houses serving as lodges for trekkers offering marvelous views of the Dhaulagiri range of peaks with Annapurna Mountain. Ghorepani situated on the old Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade Route of Nepal and Tibet where the route leads past towards Upper Mustang to Tibet Border called Karo-la. A wonderful spot in the midst of tall rhododendron trees, in spring the whole hills turns magic when rhododendron flowers are in full blooms of different colors. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: Hike to Pun Hill and continue walking to Tadapani 2,680 m - 06 hrs walk
Early morning hike for an hour or more uphill to Pun Hill on the highest spot of the adventure at above 3,210 m high offering striking sunrise views over a panorama of peaks that includes Dhaulagiri-Tukuche-Nilgiris-Annapurna and Manaslu range of mountains with majestic Machhapuchare Himal 'Fish Tail peak'.Enjoying breathtaking super views of mountains with sunrise head back to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue trek heading uphill into rhododendron forest with fantastic views of peaks and then downhill with the last climb to reach Tadapani, located in the midst of a forest with superb views. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Chhomrong 2,020 m - 06 hrs walk
Leaving Tadapani, our trail descends to Kimrong river through the jungle of rhododendron. We then hike to Chhomrong going across the Gurung village. Chhomrong will bestow you close scenery of Mt. Annapurna south, Himchuli and Fishtail (Machhapuchhre). Tonight at Chhomrung.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Dovan 2610 m - 06 hrs walk
Today, we set off from Chhomrong and descend to Chhomrong stream and then make our way up to Dovan. On the way, we will be passing through amazing rhododendron woods. Overnight at the guest house in Dovan.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Trek to Deurali 3200 m - 06 hrs walk
Today, we climb to Deurali through the rhododendron and bamboo forest. The place located on the ridge of Hinko Cave and it is the trail most stretch subject to avalanche.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09: Trek to Annapurna base camp 4,131 m - 06 hrs walk
We begin trekking up to Machhapuchhre base camp (3900m.) and then proceed to Annapurna base camp. The area is encircled by the peaks and is recognized as Annapurna Sanctuary. This set gives you an impressive view of huge peaks including Annapurna I, Barah Shikhar, Annapurna South, and many other giant peaks. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: From Annapurna Base Camp walk downhill to Bamboo 2,345 m - 06 hrs walk
After a great fascinating time at Annapurna Base Camp and within a beautiful sanctuary, a long walk downhill to lower areas as the morning leads to a descend to Deurali past Machhapuchare Base Camp, then with few short ups and down following a gradual winding trail back into the green forested area to Bamboo for the overnight stay. A nice and pleasant spot a temporary settlement with lodges to cater to the needs of the trekkers located by the Modi River in a gorge within green bamboo and rhododendron forest. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Trek to Jhinu village 1,780m with Hot Spring - 06 hrs walk
From Bamboo a short steep climb up to Khuldi Ghar, then on a winding downhill path into the dense forest to Sinuwa-Danda, and then our walk descends to Chomrong Khola. After crossing the bridge an uphill walk for less than an hour to reach at Chomrong village for short rest or lunch stop, after Chomrong a short up for half-hour reaching at the top of Chomrong ridge, from here our route descends to Jhinu-Danda for overnight stay, this place offers refreshing hot springs just 20 minutes’ walk downhill near Modi river. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Trek to Tolka 1700 m - 06 hrs walk
Today, we set off from Jhinu hill and take a path that leads to another attractive village of this area, known as Tolka passing through Landruk. Now, to you are accompanied by majestic views of Himchuli Mt. Annapurna South. Overnight in Tolka.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Trek to Dhampus 1500 m - 05 hrs walk
We move ahead from Tolka. Our day begins ascending through the jungle until Deurali. Deurali offers nice views of Pokhara valley to the south and to the north, the Annapurna range. We then descend to Dhampus, one more pleasant Gurung village. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Trek to Phedi and drive back to Pokhara
Eventually, it is our last day of trekking. We, today move down to Phedi and then return driving back to Pokhara. Meals included: Breakfast
Day 15: From Pokhara drive to Kathmandu 1,345 m - 06 hrs walk
After a wonderful time in the high mountains and hills, taking a morning driving journey back to Kathmandu, on reaching Kathmandu after 5-6 hours of nice interesting drive, transfer to respective hotels with the afternoon free at leisure or last day shopping souvenirs and handicrafts. Meals included: Breakfast
(Options by air 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu with great views)
Day 16: International Departure for Homeward Bound.
Last day in Nepal in the country of high Himalayan mountains with fascinating culture, after a memorable time on Annapurna Base Camp Trekking with wonderful adventure and experience, as per your international flight time our staff transfers you to the airport for the flight homeward bound or to your next port of call and respective countries.Meals included: Breakfast
Tribhuvan International Airport
Tribhuvan International Airport
Recommended equipment list
This list is a guide to help you pack for your trip. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience .we also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Head
• The warm hat that covers your ears
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Headlamp with extra batteries
Upper body
• T-shirts
• Fleece jacket or sweater
• Fleece wind –stopper jacket
• Waterproof shell jacket
• Down vest and /or jacket (optional)Hands
• Lightweight gloves (water /windproof)
• Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower body
• Underwear
• Hiking trousers
• Fleece or woolen trousers
• Lightweight thermal bottoms
• Lightweight cotton pants
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric )shell pants Feet
• Thin lightweight inner socks
• Heavy poly or wool socks
• Hiking boots with spare laces
• Camp shoes (sneakers and sandals)
Sleeping
• Sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C de 14 degrees F)
• Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)
Toiletries
• Toothbrush /paste
• Multi-purpose soap
• Nail clippers
• Deodorants
• Medium-sized quick-drying towel
• Face and body moisturizer
• Small mirror
• Female hygiene products
Personal hygiene
• Wet wipes (baby wipes)
• Tissue/toilet roll
• Antibacterial hand wash
Medical
• Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
• A cough and /or cold medicine
• Anti –altitude sickness pills; Diamox or acetazolamide
• Stomach antibiotic
Extras /luxuries
• Reading book
• Trail map /guidebook
• Journal and pen
• Travel game(chess, backgammon, playing cards etc)
• Modest swimsuit
• Binoculars
• Camera
- Airport Pick up & drop by private car in Kathmandu
- Pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu before the trek
- 2 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast
- 2 Night Accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
- 3 Times Meals with Cup of Tea Or Coffee (Break Fast, Lunch & Dinner)
- All mountain accommodation (Soft, comfort, private room with shared toilet)
- An experienced, helpful, friendly and English speaking Trekking Guide. His well- paid salary, meals, accommodation insurance, etc.
- All necessary paperwork and permits (Annapurna Conservation permit and TIMS )
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag and a duffel bag (down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag are to be returned after trip completion
- Guide salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food, and lodging
- Strong experienced Sherpa helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance (one porter for two people )
- All Ground Transportation
- 1 Well Plan Trekking T-shirt
- Daily seasonal fresh fruits as per the availability
- Private transport Pokhara to Naya Pul (trail foot)
- Kathmandu -Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
- A comprehensive medical kit
- Worst case rescue and medical evacuation arrangements
- All government and local taxes
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at the cultural restaurant
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Katmandu).
- Your Travel and rescue insurance.
- Your personal expenses. (Phone call, Laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, The bottle of water or hot water, shower, etc.) All the alcoholic drinks and bar bills.
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Extra Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of Early arrive or late departure. early arrive from the mountain (due to any reason) Than the scheduled Itinerary
- Services not mentioned in the 'Cost Included' section and referred to as 'optional'
- Kathmandu and Pokhara lunch and Dinner
- Tips for the guide and porter.
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In the event of clients cancelling their reservations Xtreme Safari Africa shall have the right either to claim the total amount of any deposit paid by such client or to claim any damages suffered by the company. In accordance with the international policy adopted by tour operators Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to cancel any tour before departure in which event the entire payment will be refunded without any further obligation on the part of the Company. If you wish to cancel your booking you must advise us immediately. You will be liable to pay the following cancellation charges:
• When we have a signed booking form and the reservation is cancelled (even without a deposit received), Xtreme Safari Africa shall have the right to claim any damages suffered by the company due to this cancellation.
• Where your booking is for a package, you will be responsible for all cancellation charges, of whatsoever nature, imposed by the suppliers providing the component parts of such travel arrangements.
• Xtreme Safari Africa charges a cancellation fee equal to 40% of the package price on any finalised booking. However, Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee of up to 100% of the total package, in its sole discretion, in particular circumstances. Any monies, which you have already paid to Xtreme Safari Africa, will be taken by us as payment or part payment of any cancellation charges.
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