Day 1 : Kathmandu Arrival – 1300m – Overnight in Kathmandu

Pick up from Kathmandu airport and then drop to Hotel, free and easy, collect money, photo and filling up the form

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 2 : Drive to Pokhara by tourist bus

On our 2nd day, we start our journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara. We either drive to Pokhara in a bus or a private vehicle which takes about 6-7 hours or take a 25-minute flight. We spend the night in Pokhara at an elevation of 850 meters.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 3 : Pokhara to Tikhe Dhunga

We start the day’s trek early in the morning. We drive to Nayapul from where the trek officially begins. We reach Birethanti as we keep moving along the side of Modi Khola. Birethanti is a beautiful village with teahouses and shops. As we walk along the banks of Bhurungdi Khola and make a steady climb, we reach Hile at 1495m. After a short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1525 meters where we spend the night.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 4 : Tikhe Dhunga to Ghorepani

From Tikhedhunga we take a steep climb that takes us to a Magar village called Ulleri at 2070 meters. Then, there is a gentle climb through oak and rhododendron forests that leads to Birethanti. Then we proceed to Nange thanti and then to Ghorepani an hour later. Ghorepani is a beautiful, traditional village at an elevation of 2750 meters. The panoramic views of Annapurna, Nilgiri, and others mesmerize us from Ghorepani. The warm hospitality and cultures of the people are the highlights of Ghorepani. Shops with locally made souvenirs are also famous here.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 5 : Ghorepani- Poon Hill to Tadapani

From one beautiful place to another, we start our trek early in the morning to admire the sunrise view from Poon Hill. It is considered one of the best vantage points in the country as the gleaming sunlight dances over the peaks like Annapurna, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri. After reach to the top of Poon hill, about 45 minutes from Ghorepani, we are rewarded with the splendid views of Mountain giants in the first rays of the sun as well as Pokhara and Mustang. After the unforgettable views, we trek back to Ghorepani for lunch. Then we head towards east. After climbing a ridge, we descend through forests to finally reach Tadapani. We spend the night here at an elevation of 2520 meters.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 6 : Tadapani to Chhomrong

We start the day with a descent through rhododendron forests until the trail finally opens up to beautiful terraced fields. We make a climb from there and then pass through a waterfall and a suspension bridge. After a few more up and down trails, we reach Chhomrong where we spend the night at an elevation of 2210 meters.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 7 : Chhomrong to Himalaya Hotel

First, we descend down to Chhomrong Khola and then climb up again to reach Khudighar. After climbing stone steps and crossing a suspension bridge, we reach Sinuwa danda. We reach Dovan after passing through rhododendron and bamboo forests and cliffs, we reach at Dovan. consists of dense forests with several waterfalls, we will be reach at Himalaya Hotels . We spend the night at an elevation of 2920 meters.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 8 : Himalaya Hotel – (Machchhapuchhre Base Camp) or Annapurna Base Camp (Sanctuary).

The trail from Himalaya Hotel we reach Hinku cave . After a while, we reach Deurali with the enchanting view of Mt. Fishtail ridge. Then, the trail gets easier with a leveled path and we finally reach Annapurna Sanctuary. Machhapuchhre base camp is a short distance from here which is famous for the intimidating Himalayan views of Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Himchuli, and many others. From the base camp, we turn west and make a slow but steady climb and cross a gorge to finally reach Annapurna Base camp. The lap of the 8th highest mountain in the world is a breathtaking place with the majestic views of Annapurnas, Fishtail, and Himchuli. We spend the night here at an elevation of 4310 meters.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 9 : Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo

The trek is very easy as we go downhill most of the time to reach Bamboo. With the enchanting views of the peaks, we reach Bamboo and spend the night there at 2310 meters.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 10 : Bamboo to Jhinu

Another descent from Bamboo takes us to Sinuwa. The trail slowly descends to Chhomrong Khola from here and then we retrace our steps to Chhomrong. We take some thing here for push on to Jhinu dada on the elevation 1780 meters. after visit to Natural hot spring at bank of river below 400 meters from Jhinu dada

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 11 : Jhinu dada to Pokhara

Trek from Jhinu Danda to New bridge and then to Kyumi village. After lunch, we trek to Syauli bazaar and then down to Birethanti. After about an hour trek from Birethanti, and we arrive at Naya Pul. The trek ends at Naya Pul. Then drive to Pokhara by Car/Taxi or Van . We check in to our hotel late afternoon. Rest of the day free to wonder around Pokhara valley.

Accomodation : Hotel

Day 12 : Farewell

After breakfast early morning, drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus, Car and van

Accomodation : Hotel

Features Included on Annapurna Base Camp 11 nights and 12 Days

• Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
• Three night accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis ( 3 star category hotel) on twin sharing as mentioned in itinerary
• An experienced, helpful and friendly Government license holder trekking Guide.
• Required trekking porter/sherpa who will carry your bag pack during the trekking. ( two person will get one trekking porter ( 1 porter carry 30 kg as per rule and regulation of Nepal workers Union )
• Trekking accomodation in Tea house / Lodge entire the trekking tour as mentioned in itinerary 
• Three time meal during the trekking Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
• Desert /fruit after having diner as company provide
• Trekker's Information Management system (TIMS)
• Annapurna conservation area project  permit ( ACAP Permit)
• One night hotel accomodation in pokhara on BB basis (two star catagory hotel) as mentioned in itinerary 
• Pokhara Kathmandu overland transportation by tourist bus as mentioned in itinerary 
• Kathmandu valley guided sightseeing tour as mentioned in itinerary 
• Kathmandu city tour with private vehicle as mentioned in itinrary 
• All program as mentioned in itinerary
• Overland transportation
• Trekking guide both way flight ticket
• Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Trekking guide,  and porters)
• Guide and porter fares and taxes.Government Tax and office service charge.
• Airport drop

Features Not Included on Annapurna Base Camp 11 nights and 12 Days

• Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu & pokhara  stay
• International flight ticket
• Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu.
• Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal -  approx. US$ 24. al equipments
• High risk medical insurance
• Entrance fees while sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.
• Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
• Hot drinks, Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
• Nepal Visa Fee
• Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
• Purely personal nature expenses
• Tipping /Tips(Tipping is Expected).

Things To know

Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns and the health of fellow travelers can all contribute to changes. We will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!

Requirement

As you are going into the high Himalayas and the weather is subjected to change anytime so warm cloths are recommended all year round.  You could leave all the unnecessary items at your hotel or contact us to be storage. Just pack all your trekking gears in one bag which will be carried by our carrier and make a small day bag for yourself to carry the things which you might need during the day and for your valuable belongings.