Duration
14 Days
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
GROUP SIZE
1-12
MAX. ALTITUDE
4200m
Best Season
Spring and Autumn
Accomodation
Hotel
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Walking per day
6 hrs
Overview
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Annapurna Base Camp trek, reaching an elevation of 4,200 meters (13,650 feet), is regarded as one of the premier trekking experiences in Nepal, offering the opportunity to traverse snowy terrain and admire snow-capped peaks year-round. The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) is situated at the base of Mt. Annapurna First, Annapurna South, and Mt. Himchuli.
The entire Annapurna Region is a natural paradise. The Annapurna trek meanders through rice fields, picturesque villages, lush forests, bamboo groves, rivers, stunning landscapes, and showcases the indigenous culture along with a diverse array of Himalayan birds, animals, and plant life.
For your information, the ABC trek and the Annapurna Century trek are essentially the same. This trek commences from Phedi Nayapul, which translates to ‘new bridge,’ located approximately 41 kilometers from Pokhara.
ABC trekking is in the Annapurna Conservation Area (ACA). The National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) established the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) in 1986 to protect the natural resources of ACA for environment conservation. It is the first Conservation Area and largest Protected Area in Nepal.
Highlights of Annapurna Base Camp Trek
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- Breathtaking close-up views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Dhaulagiri peaks.
- Various types of landscapes comprise rhododendron forests, terraced fields, bamboo jungles, and glacial valleys.
- Observe the deepest river gorge in the world .
- Catch the panoramic view at sunrise over the Himalayas .
- Visit Gurung and Magar villages along with the Gurung Museum as cultural insights.
- Encounter more than 1,200 species of plants, over 500 species of birds, and other wildlife.
- Trek on snow-filled trails from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,200m).
- Hike on beautiful rice terraces and stunning landscape scenery.
Main Attractions
The breathtaking panorama of the entire Mt. Annapurna range, along with the adjacent towering peaks of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Machapuchre (known as Fish Tail in English), offers the closest perspective of the glaciers.
The Annapurna region is home to the largest rhododendron forests in the world, located in Ghorepani, which is a picturesque short trek in Nepal. Additionally, Tilicho Lake, situated in the Manang district, is recognized as the highest-altitude freshwater lake in the Himalayas, also found within this region.
The ABC trail is inhabited by over 100,000 individuals from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The Gurung and Magar indigenous communities are predominant in the southern areas, while the northern regions are primarily occupied by the Thakali, Manange, and Loba groups. These communities are rich in their cultural heritage and traditions, each possessing their own dialects. For many years, numerous Gurungs have served in the British Army as Nepalese Gurkha soldiers. There are countless stories, both told and untold, regarding the former Gurkha soldiers in the Annapurna region. During this trek, one can visit the Gurung Museum to explore these narratives.
Adventure
ABC offers an exhilarating trek for enthusiasts of snow. The path from Deurali to ABC is predominantly covered in snow. During the months of March and April, the trekking route to ABC Trek can have over 5 feet of snow. It is safe to traverse the snow-covered terrain.
Avalanches in Annapurna Trek
Avalanches occurring during the Annapurna base camp trek represent a significant concern for trekkers. Without a proper understanding of avalanche safety protocols, the situation can become life-threatening, potentially resulting in fatalities among trekkers. I have personally faced numerous encounters with avalanches along the trekking route to Annapurna base camp. There are several locations where avalanches can occur, primarily from Bamboo to Machapuchre base camp. In mountainous regions, avalanches are prevalent; however, they typically do not impact the trekking trails, posing minimal risk. Nonetheless, along the route to Annapurna base camp, avalanches frequently occur between Bamboo and Machapuchre base camp. If you are accompanied by an experienced guide, there is no need for concern. As avalanches descend, they produce a distinct sound, and a cold wind precedes their arrival. Therefore, it is essential for the guide to be aware of the avalanche’s direction. Avalanches tend to follow the path of the wind, and trekkers must navigate to either the left or right accordingly. If you find yourself caught in the wind’s path, it is crucial to cross it immediately. Avalanches do not cover extensive areas; typically, you can traverse the distance in just 20 to 30 seconds. It is advisable not to linger on trails where avalanches are imminent.
Avalanches predominantly occur during March and April, as heavy snowfall in winter months like January and February creates substantial snow accumulations. With the onset of summer in March and April, the sun’s intensity increases, causing the snow to melt and subsequently leading to avalanches. Therefore, it is recommended to commence trekking in the early morning hours. During the daytime, temperatures rise significantly, increasing the likelihood of avalanches.
Best Time for Annapurna base camp Trekking
The ideal seasons for the ABC trek are from October to December and from March to May. Nevertheless, this trek is feasible year-round. If you choose to trek to ABC during the monsoon season, be prepared to encounter leeches along the trail, and possibly a few on your legs. If you are not deterred by the presence of leeches, you may proceed with this trek even during the monsoon
Challenges
We have witnessed avalanches occasionally during the trek often in March and April. In the winter, some part of the trail is blocked with snow.
The price indicated on this page is open to negotiation. Kindly reach out to us, and we will provide you with a favorable price. Do not be concerned about the cost; we are pleased to welcome you to Nepal to showcase our Himalayas, nature, culture, temples, monasteries, stupas, and breathtaking landscapes at a minimal price.
Cost: $ 1499.00 per person
2-4 person $ 1440.00 per person
5-8 person $ 1380.00 per person
9-12 person $ 1320.00 per person
single supplementary: $200 per person
Itinerary
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Day 1 :
Pick up from the airport and transfer to the hotel
When you will have arrived to international airport of Kathmandu Nepal you will follow to exit point. Before coming to exit point you have to take visa if you do not have Nepal visa. Just you go to immigration desk and fill up the visa form and the immigration officer will stamp a visa on your passport and you can come to exit point. If you had already filled up online visa it will be easy and the process will be faster. The visa fee costs US$ 30 for 15 days, US$ 50 for 30 days and US$ 125 for 90 days. As you will have completed your visa process then just come out from the main gate. Our office representative will be waiting for you at the airport exit point with your name on sign board and he will keep you in our car and transfer to hotel. It will take about 20 minutes to reach at hotel from the airport. As you will have arrived Hotel ,welcome drinks will be provided. Our office expert will explain you dos and don’ts in Nepal. In the same time he will recommend you some nice restaurant to have lunch and Dinner. Because Lunch and dinner is not included when you are in Kathmandu.
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Day 2 :
Rest and Preparation in Kathmandu
Rest or engage in a half-day of sightseeing, as most attractions are conveniently located near your hotel. Our guide will visit your hotel to provide an overview of your upcoming trek to Annapurna Base Camp. He will also assess your trekking gear, and if you find that you lack sufficient equipment, he will assist you in renting or purchasing the necessary items.
Should you choose to explore the sights, you may visit Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath independently, both of which are in close proximity to Thamel. Kathmandu Durbar Square is approximately a 15-minute walk from Thamel, while Swayambhunath is about a 25-minute walk away.
Within the Kathmandu Valley, there are three Durbar Squares, with Kathmandu Durbar Square being one of them. This square served as the royal palace for the kings of Nepal throughout history. Here, you can observe numerous temples dedicated to various Hindu deities. Notably, the temple of Kumari, or the Living Goddess, is located within the square, as is Kasthamandap, which lends its name to the city of Kathmandu. The tallest temple in the area, Taleju Bhawani, can also be found here.
In October and November, the Nepali people celebrate a significant festival known as Dashain, which lasts for ten days. On the eighth day of this festival, a large number of animals are sacrificed, totaling 108, including 54 water buffalo and 54 goats, with the sacrifices occurring at midnight.
Directly in front of the main gate of the Royal Palace stands the temple of Jagannath Temple, renowned for its erotic sculptures that depict various sexual positions. Upon entering through the main gate, you will discover the coronation courtyard.Afterward, you may proceed to Swayambhunath Stupa, commonly referred to as the Monkey Temple by tourists due to the presence of numerous monkeys. This stupa is situated atop a hill, offering stunning views of the Kathmandu Valley. It is one of the oldest stupas in the region, dating back approximately 2,500 years, coinciding with the beginnings of civilization in Kathmandu. The area is adorned with many beautiful small stupas.
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Day 3 :
Drive to Pokhara (820m)
Travel Time: 7 hours by road
At 7:00 AM, breakfast will be served, and at 8:00 AM, our private vehicle will arrive at your hotel to transport you from Kathmandu to Pokhara. The journey to Pokhara takes approximately 7 hours, and you will stay overnight. During the trip, we will take a tea break at a pleasant restaurant where we can admire the typical Nepali villages nestled on the sloping hills. A delicious lunch will be provided at a nice restaurant along the way. There are numerous restaurants with stunning views en route. The road follows the Trishuli River until we reach Mugling. The Trishuli River is well-known for 1-2 day rafting experiences, although the rapids are not particularly dangerous. If you are interested, you can partake in a 2-3 hour adventure, which is not included in our package. Before reaching Mugling, you will see the beautiful cable car, which is the first of its kind in Nepal. Mugling serves as a junction for traveling to Pokhara and other regions of Nepal. At Mugling, the road diverges; the right path leads to Pokhara, while the left path heads towards Chitwan National Park and other areas of Nepal. Pokhara is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring numerous lakes and breathtaking views of Mount Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Fishtail. Both Annapurna and Dhaulagiri rise above 8,000 meters. This area is one of the most enchanting locations in Nepal and is recognized as an adventure hub. Situated 200 km west of Kathmandu, this valley has become the base camp for Nepal’s most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The lakes of Phewa, Begnas, and Rupa, nestled at the foot of the Himalayas, are the jewels of this valley.
Upon your arrival in Pokhara, you will stay in Lakeside, which is the most picturesque area in Pokhara. Most of the finest hotels are located in Lakeside. The tourist market runs along Phewa Lake, leading people to refer to it as Lakeside. After an hour of rest, we will embark on a sightseeing tour around Lakeside. In the evening, we will enjoy dinner at a lovely restaurant with a beautiful garden near Phewa Lake.
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Day 4 :
Trek to Ghorepani (2,800m)
Drive Time: 2 hours to Ulleri
Trek Time: 6–7 hours
Following breakfast, you will embark on a two-hour drive to Ulleri, where your trekking adventure commences. After approximately one hour of trekking, you will reach Banthati, where you will take a lunch break. During this time, you will be treated to your first glimpse of Annapurna South. After lunch, you will resume your trek, which will take around four hours to reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani is renowned as one of the most picturesque areas in the Annapurna region and serves as a major junction for tourists traveling from the Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Base Camp, and Naya Pul, as well as vice versa. The trail ascends gradually to Ghorepani, situated at an elevation of 2800 meters. A lunch stop is arranged at a pleasant restaurant along the route to Banthati, and the trail meanders through a dense forest.
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Day 5 :
Hike to Poon hill to view sunrise and Himalayas
Hike Time: 40 minutes (Poon Hill)
Trek Time: 6 hours to Tadapani
This day begins early with a hike to Poon Hill at sunrise. The ascent takes approximately 40 minutes and provides a stunning view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. After taking in the breathtaking scenery, you will return to Ghorepani for breakfast. Following breakfast, the trek towards Tadapani commences, lasting around 6 hours. The path descends through picturesque forests, revealing views of Machapuchhre, commonly referred to as Fishtail Mountain, as you navigate through villages and rugged landscapes. You will spend the night in Tadapani, a quaint village nestled in the forest, where you can relish its peaceful atmosphere.
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Day 6 :
Trek to Chhomrong (2,170m)
Trek Time: 5–6 hours
On the sixth day, the journey to Chhomrong requires approximately 5 to 6 hours. The path descends into the river valley before ascending once more to Chhomrong, a traditional Gurung village. This route meanders through lush forests, and the vistas of Machapuchhre and Annapurna South become increasingly breathtaking. Chhomrong village is picturesque and offers stunning views, providing an opportunity to rest and appreciate the scenery before continuing on the trek.
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Day 7 :
Trek to Himalaya Hotel (2,873m)
Trek Time: 6 hours
The journey to the Himalayan Hotel requires approximately 6 hours. This day features a consistent ascent through bamboo forests and alongside the banks of the Modi Khola river. You will traverse through Bamboo and continue into the verdant valley, ultimately reaching the Himalaya Hotel, a resting spot situated beneath the majestic Annapurna peaks. It offers a stunning view of the surrounding mountains and serves as an excellent place to rest before continuing the trek.
Day 8: Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m)
Trek Time: 5–6 hours
On the eighth day, you will be guided to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, which is positioned at an elevation of 3,700 meters above sea level. The trek lasts about 5-6 hours and involves a series of steep ascents and descents. As you near MBC, the landscape transforms significantly, revealing views of the nearby snow-capped peaks. Upon arrival at MBC, you will have the chance to take in a panoramic vista of the Annapurna range, featuring the renowned Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli. The vicinity of MBC provides a distinctive and memorable experience, encircled by towering mountains. -
Day 8 :
Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m)
The trekking trail goes gradually up. There might be avalanches on the way. On sunny days, we have to be very careful. As you arrive at Fishtail Base Camp, you will be surrounded by snow-covered mountains.
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Day 9 :
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp and back to Deurali (3,231m)
On this day, you’ll continue your trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), which is located at 4,200 meters. The trek takes about 5-6 hours, and upon arrival, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding glaciers, peaks, and the Annapurna massif. After spending time at the base camp, you’ll descend back to Deurali for the night, retracing your steps from earlier in the trek.
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Day 10 :
Trek to Bamboo (2,340m)
Time: 5 hrs
Today is the 5th hour of descending from high altitudes down to Bamboo. This section also traces back the same trekking path through the dense forest with waterfalls and tiny villages. Bamboo offers good opportunities to relax in peace for some days after high-altitude trekking. The village offers a calm atmosphere for rest after having spent a few days in the high-altitude region.
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Day 11 :
Trek To Himalpani (1,340) and visit hot springs
Duration: 5-6 hr
From day 11 we descended gradually to Himalpani, 1,340 meters for about 5-6 hours of trekking on this day. The trek runs through forests and villages up to the hot springs at Jhinu Danda, allowing one to relax in the natural hot springs, soothing their muscles after days of trekking. Stay overnight at a nearby lodge amidst calm and scenic surroundings.
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Day 12 :
Trek to Pothana (3,231m) and Drive to Pokhara
Trek Time: 7 hours to Pothana
Drive Time: 1 hour to Pokhara
On Day 12, you will be taken through a trek to Pothana, which is situated 1,890 meters high. It takes approximately 7 hours; however, it will be relatively effortless as the journey covers subtropical forests and little hamlets with gradual descent. Afterward, at Pothana, drive to Pokhara which is about 1 hour, relaxing at the lakeside for the evening or wandering to see more of this fabulous city.
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Day 13 :
Drive to Kathmandu.
Travel Time: 7 hours by road
Return to Kathmandu by road. The drive takes approximately 7 hours, and you get to enjoy the Nepalese countryside once more. Once in Kathmandu, the evening is free to relax, perhaps with a farewell dinner and a traditional Nepali cultural performance.
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Day 14 :
Departure
Travel Time: 30 minutes to the Airport
On your final day, you’ll be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure. This is the end of your memorable trekking adventure in Nepal, and you’ll leave with unforgettable memories of the Annapurna region.
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From: $1,499
Cost Includes
- Pick up and drop transport as mentioned in the itinerary and accommodation ,breakfast in Kathmandu.
- Accommodation and three meals per day in the trekking (Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner)
- Trekking guide and porters
- National parks’ fees and government royalties
- Domestic air ticket and airport tax for tourists and guides as mentioned in the itinerary
- Insurance of our trekking staff members
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley or other parts of Nepal as mentioned in the itinerary
Cost Excludes
- International air ticket, airport tax and Nepal visa fees
- All kinds of drink during trekking and travel stay with us
- Travel insurance and cost of medical services of tourists
- All kinds of cloth and personal trekking equipment
- Other personal expenses and tips
- Charted helicopter, plane and other transports in case of emergency
What to Expect?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring and autumn are the best times to trek at ABC.
There are many routes to go to ABC. If you follow the route from Ghorepani, it takes 14 days. If you have less time, you can complete it in 8 days.
Annapurna trek is a moderate trek. But we have to be very careful with avalanche. There are regular avalanches on sunny days, especially in the spring season. Please find more information about avalanches.
The ABC is suitable for all trekkers. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an experienced one.
US$ 20 will be enough per day for lodging and food.
It is easier than the Everest Base Camp trek.
Yes, you can sleep at ABC. Because there are many tea houses. You can sleep in tents too.
The ABC trek is worth it. During the ABC trek, you will explore different indigenous peoples, flora, waterfalls, gorges, and snowcapped mountains. It is really beautiful and memorable.
In 6 days, you can complete the ABC trek from Pokhara.
Gear List
- Backpack (50 liters) with outside pockets to keep smaller items
- Trekking boots, well broken in and waterproofed. Gaiters to keep snow out of boots
- Woolen sweaters and down jacket, gloves, wind proof outer garments, pants jacket, skirts, T-shirts, shirts, baggy pants, and underwear
- Several pairs of woolen and few pairs of nylon socks. A pair of sandals
- Sleeping bag adequate for temperatures encountered
- Hat with wide brim and sun lotion cream
- One liter water bottle and some food for contingencies
- Head lamp with spare lithium batteries and bulbs
- Verified phone number of your Embassy, consulate, trekking agency, and private phone number of your director
- Pen and notebook
- Pocket knife with opener and scissors
- Sunglasses with spare eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- Umbrella and rain coat
- Camera (optional)
- Your regular medicine
SUPPORT
Essential Information to Help Your Nepal Trip
Arrival Point: You will land at the Kathmandu International Airport and meet our office representative. You can follow our office representative by your name on the signboard the representative will display near the exit point of the airport.
In case of a change in plan or a delayed flight, please let us know. We will arrange the airport pick-up accordingly.
Visa: If you come to Nepal without a visa, you can get an arrival visa at the Kathmandu International Airport. The visa costs USD 30 for 15 days USD 50 for 30 days and 125 for 90 days. Please bring 2 passport-size photos for the visa.
Payment: 15% of the total trip cost is required in advance. The down payment is for confirming the reservation officially. Please visit the front page of our website. You can pay online by clicking the PAY Now on the right corner below the website. https://www.nepalmtlovers.com/
Payment of the Balance Trek Cost: The remaining amount will be paid upon arrival. You can pay cash or online. The choice is yours.
A Briefing about the trek: Once you are properly settled in your hotel, our office representative/s will brief you on the trek. This briefing is a part of the trekking preparation to give you the trekking information.
Hotel: You can get normal to star hotels and resorts based on your requirements in the city area, but during the trek, you will stay in a tourist-standard hotel. The tourists in the Camping Trek will stay in tents.
Room Arrangement: Normally we keep two people in a room if they are friends or family members. Single, twin, or family accommodation will depend on your preference. The solo tourist will have to pay a single supplementary.
Trekking Leading Person: Our experienced trekking guide/s leads the trek with the help of porters and helpers. If you are on a camping trek, we send a big team of guides, porters, cooks, Sardars, and helpers.
Currencies: American Dollar (USD), Australian Dollar (AUD), European EURO, Canadian Dollar, and UK Pound Sterling are major accepted currencies in Nepal.
ATM: You can get ATMs in all city areas in Nepal and some trekking routes, but in some high mountainous areas, you may not get ATMs or reliable services even if you get an ATM. Better you keep some cash.
Drinking Water: You will get mineral, filtered, and boiled water in the city areas. In the trekking sites, you will have mineral water and boiled water. You will get very fresh water from the tap in the mountain areas. We advise you to use water purification even if the water is safe. The use of natural water will certainly contribute to preserving the environment.
Food: Tourists can get continental and Nepali food in the cities and during the trekking. Nepali food often contains Dal (lentil soup), rice (brown or white), different vegetables, sweet/sour fresh pickles, and green salad. Meat/eat/fish on top of the set Nepali food for non-vegetarians. You can try food prepared by indigenous groups like Newari Food and Thakali Food which are very famous in Nepal. Nepali food is very safe as is made up of fresh materials and ingredients.
Laundry Service: Laundry facilities are available in the cities but not in the trekking sites.
Group Size of Your Trek: There will be a maximum of 12 persons in one group. If you are more than 12 people, we will split you into two groups and both groups can trek together.
High Altitude Sickness: Normally altitude sickness affects some trekkers when they reach 3000m high. Rare tourists have felt it below 3000m. Before the trek starts, you will be requested to inform your guide if you face high altitude symptoms. S/he will tell you what to do to recover.
First Aid Kit: We send some basic medicine to the trek. If you have been taking regular medicine, please bring them with you as the quality and brand of your medicine may not be the same if you buy in Nepal.
Travel Insurance: Trekkers must have travel insurance. You can email us the insurance documents or give us the printed copies when you arrive.
Luggage: Our porters take not more than 15 kg. Thus, we suggest you carry only the essential belongings. Your remaining luggage will be stored in Kathmandu or in the hotels in the local towns where you start the trek.
View of Mt. Everest: Trekkers will of course see Mt. Everest during the Everest trek and many other treks in Nepal. In some treks, the voyagers may have limited or no view of Mt. Everest. For them, we recommend taking mountain flights that approach close to Mt. Everest.
Personal Expenses: On the trek, you do not’ need more money as you will not have different activities that require money like, shopping, Disco, or Casino, but in tourist cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara, you may wish to shop for handmade carpets, Thanka paintings, jewelry, and handcrafts.
TIPS: Tipping is not mandatory, but it has been one of the attractions to make the Guide and porters continue to be involved in tourism. TIPS are appreciated and dignified.
Rules and Regulations
Nepal Mountain Lovers Treks and Expedition accepts your reservation under the following rules and regulations.
1. If the balance payment is not paid before you depart for trekking, the booking will be canceled without a refund.
2. If there is war or the situation of the country is out of control and the country faces an emergency before your arrival to Nepal, we inform you not to come to Nepal and refund your payment. However, in case of an emergency or war after your arrival or during the trekking, we will not refund your money. Nevertheless, we will try our best to make your trip successful and pleasant. In such a situation, we may need to change the trip plan and itinerary.
3. If government royalty and other costs such as the national park fee increase after you book the trek, you will pay the increased costs.
4. If you commit any illegal act or disturbance for the safety and welfare of the group, our leader or guide can ask you to leave the group without any right to refund.
5. Please report your valid complaints to our company. We will welcome them and process them with the necessary actions.
6. You are responsible for the safety of your travel documents during the trek.
Detail Info
Precaution during the Annapurna Base Camp trek
Precaution during the Annapurna Base Camp trek is very important for all trekkers or hikers in all seasons, especially from January to May. The Annapurna Base Camp trek is an easy trek that passes through beautiful mountainous villages like Gkandruk, Ghorepani, and Chomrong with green fields and hills. The trail on this trek goes up and down hills. However, trekkers can make it through the whole year by hiking. But October to December and March to June are the best seasons. December, January, and February are the winter months in Nepal when there is heavy snowfall in the mountains. From March on, the snow starts melting and falling down in the form of avalanches, glaciers, and finally rivers. Sometimes they fall down as small solids and do not cause problems for the trekkers. But sometimes they fall in the form of a big solid that is very dangerous and deadly. On the Annapurna Base Camp trek, from Bamboo to Fishtail Base Camp, there are regular avalanches, and they are really dangerous and have taken the lives of many trekkers. Trekkers lose their lives due to the lack of information. We can make our trip safe, adventurous, and wonderful only if we are a little bit careful and have enough knowledge of avalanches. For a safe trek, the trekkers need an experienced guide. From January to May, trekkers should be very careful while walking from Bamboo to Fishtail Base Camp and take enough information from the trekking agency and trekking experts.
I visited Annapurna Base Camp many times with tourists as a trekking leader and guide and encountered many avalanches but did not have any problems. I saw some tourists, their guides, and porters spotted dead by avalanches. So, if you have any questions about the Annapurna base camp trek, please contact me at 977-985-1089399, trek with our company, or go with some other trekking company.
Visa: You can get an arrival visa at Kathmandu airport that costs 30 US dollars for 15 days, 50 US dollars for 30 days and 125 US dollars for 90 days. Please bring 2 passport-size photos. You can get your visa from the closest Nepali embassy too.
Annapurna Base Camp Accommodations
In Kathmandu, we provide a 2-star equivalent hotel like an international guest house with bed and breakfast. In trekking, we provide an attached toilet room in the low lands. As we arrive at higher elevations, it is difficult to get an attached toilet room and a single room in peak season. In peak season, we have to share the room. But we will try to provide a single room if it is possible.
Food and beverages during the Annapurna base camp trek
We can get all kinds of food while trekking, choose from a menu, and eat as much as we want. We do not recommend eating any kinds of meat that is carried by local porters from low land for 2-3 days. In the trekking region, they are not allowed to kill any animals. We recommend eating all kinds of vegetarian food and eggs. You can have meat when you arrive in the lowlands of Pokhara and Kathmandu. You can get all kinds of drinks on the trekking route. We recommend drinking mineral water, boiled water, or purified water. A purifying tablet is provided by our guide. All kinds of cold drinks and beers are available in tea houses. In higher elevations, we do not recommend drinking hard drinks.
Annapurna base camp trek guide and porter
We provide English-speaking guides and some of the guides can speak extra languages like Chinese, German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Russian. Extra language guides are not included in this cost. On request of the guest, we provide an extra language guide at no extra cost. Our guides and porters are very helpful, kind, and dedicated to their duty. Every day, they send us a message about the guest’s situation and the weather in trekking.
How hard is it to go to Annapurna base camp on a trek?
Annapurna base camp trek is a moderate trek due to many up and down hills though there are hundreds of beautiful breathtaking sceneries. If you have good practice walking up and down hills, it is not so hard. The trekking trail passes along a narrow, slippery gorge road. There are many places on the way to the trail that are really in danger of landslides and avalanches. Many times, I encountered landslides and avalanches. You can make it easy if you follow some rules and regulations before starting your trek towards Annapurna base camp. After Bamboo, it is better to walk in the morning. Because the snow piles froze all night, they begin to melt or break and fall as a large avalanche on a sunny day. To protect themselves from high-altitude sickness, if tourists walk slowly and steadily with many breaks on the way to the trek, they can acclimatize easily, and the trek will be easy. Every 1 to 2 hours on the way to the trek, there are tea houses where tourists can get enough liquids and rest. If possible, try to practice walking through steeps. Jogging and swimming are equally helpful. Any exercise that is convenient for you and helps you be fit is recommended.
How long does it take to get to Annapurna base camp?
From Kathmandu it takes minimum 6 days to arrive to Annapurna base camp and coming back it takes 4 more days. For the Annapurna base camp trek, we have many options. So, we can design the itinerary on the basis of your requirements, or else you can follow our detailed itinerary down.
The Annapurna base camp trek cost
The cost of the Annapurna Base Camp trek depends upon the number of tourists and is negotiable. We offer you the cheapest price. Just ask us for the details.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Route
There are many ways to go to Annapurna Base Camp Trek. But most of the tourists use two different measuring routes depending upon their time duration. Some tourists use Dhampus,Landruk ,Chomrong,Bamboo, Deurali,Fishtail, and finally Annapurna base camp and trek down the same route or other routes.
Some tourists use Nayapool,Tirkedhunga,Ghorepani(poone hill),Tadapani,Chomrong,Bamboo, Deurali, and Annapurna base camp and trek back along the same route till Chomrong and trek down via Ghandruk or Landruk.
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Annapurna Region Trekking
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Mitchel K.
A trek filled with breathtaking scenery and warm hospitality! The Annapurna Base Camp trek was an unforgettable experience, thanks to Nepal Mountain Lovers. The well-paced itinerary allowed for proper acclimatization, and the team ensured we had the best teahouse stays along the way. Walking through diverse landscapes and experiencing the local Gurung culture made this journey even more special. Standing at ABC, surrounded by majestic peaks, was a moment I’ll never forget!
Edwin Clark
"Embarking on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Nepal Mountain Lovers was an unforgettable experience. The journey was impeccably organized, with knowledgeable guides who ensured our safety and comfort throughout. The breathtaking landscapes and cultural richness of the region were beyond our expectations. We highly recommend Nepal Mountain Lovers for anyone seeking a well-structured and memorable trekking adventure."