ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK
The Annapurna Sanctuary is high glacial basin lying forty kilometers directly north of Pokhara, Nepal’s second city. The Sanctuary is a huge amphi theatre ringed by glistening peaks and is said to be the home of the‘Gods The entire sanctuary was held as sacred to the Gurung people, the only people to inhabititbe from the 20th century. The sanctuary is believed to be the home of several deities, from Hinduism and Buddhism as well the older animistic gods. The peak of Machapuchare at the entrance is believed to be the home of the God Shiva, and the daily plumes of snow were thought the smoke of his divine incense.This oval-shaped plateau sits at an altitude of over 4000 meters, and is surrounded by a ring of mountains, the Annapurna range, most of which are over 7000 meters. To reach the Sanctuary we have to trek a long two river valleys, going through remote villages and passing farms with tiny terraced fields, followed by walking up through forested hill sides.Finally we passed a narrowing of the valley and reached the world of rock, ice and snow that is the Annapurna Sanctuary.
- USD1500/person
- 14Days
- Group Size- 1
- Trip Code- OWHN-21
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Arrival Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 2
Fly from kathmandu to Pokhara, Trek to Tirkhedunga
Morning ölght to Pokhara (35mins),
where our trekking crew will be waiting for us. After we
load our gear on the bus and drive to Nayapul, which takes around 2hours. From Nayapul
we walk for about 1hour to our lunch spot. After lunch we follow the Bhurungdi Khola,
through bamboo and rhododendron forests to Tirkhedunga.(3 to 4hours walking). Over-night lodge.
Day 3
Trek from Tirk hedunga to Ghorepani
From Tirk hedunga ,the trail climb svery steeply to Ulleri, 2073m. It continues to ascend gradually through the öne forests of Oaks, Rhododendron. Lunch at Banthati 2250m, then we head for Nayathati 2470m Atlast we will reach the Magarvillage, Ghorepani at the altitude
of 2860m.
Day 4
Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani
We get up early in the morning with warm clothes and climb up Poonhill (3210m). It is about
one hour walking to get to Poonhill (3210m). You will see the best sunrise and magniöcent
view of the mountains. We come back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Continuing the ascent, we
arrive at Ghorapani, a welcome watering spot not only for teams of ponies but also for weary trekkers.(6 to 7 hours walking) Over night lodge.
Day 5
Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrong
Tadapani to Chhomrong (2210m) Dropping down from Tadapani Gurjung the route offers
good views of the upper Modi valley. The path then starts the long ascent high above the
west bank of the Modi Khola. We then arrive in the village of Chhomrong (2210m) which is
the last permanent settlement in the valley (5hrs).
Day 6
Trek from chhomrong to Dovan
We descend via 2500 stone step sand cross the bridge above Chhomrong Khola. From hereit
is anup hill climb to Sinuwa. Next, we pass through a beautiful forest to Kuldihar followed by
an easy down hill walk to Bamboo. We pass through a bamboo forest which is damp and cold
then ascend steadily with a few steep sections. It is only after reaching Himalaya Hotel that
the forest open sup and we are out in the sun again with a surrounding views of the glacial river
below.(4-5 hours)
Day 7
Trek from Dovan to Deurali
It is a steep climb up through a much drier forest before reaching Hinku Cave. From here we
can see the trail drop closer to theri before climbing again to Deurali ,the most scenic
stretch of the day. The vegetation is sparser, allowing magical views of the valley, the river
below, and the sheer rock-face cliffs above with bands of wispy water falls. Over night in Deurali. (3-4 hours)
Day 8
Deurali to Machhapuchare Base Camp
Climbgentlythroughariverbedthenoverasteeptrailovertothemountainside.Thehike
fromBagartoMachhapuchhreBaseCampissomewhatstrenuous.FromMachhapuchhre
basecampwegetexcellentviewsofthemajesticMachhapuchhrealongwithMt.Hiunchuli,
AnnapurnaSouth,AnnapurnaI,AnnapurnaIII,GandharvachuliandGangapurnawhichiscer-
tainlyarewardingexperience.OvernightatMachhapuchareBaseCamp.(4-5hours)
Day 9
Trek from Machhapuchare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp
The vegetation disappears on our way to ABC and the path widens as we enter the Annapurna sanctuary. From here, we get sensational views of the near-vertical south face of Annapurna to we ring above us. The sanctuary boasts of a dynamic view without anything impeding the 360-degree panorama. From the base camp we again get to savormesmerizing views of
the Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Hiunchuli and other peaks. Overnight at Annapurna Base
Camp.(4-5 hours)
Day 10
Trek from Annapurna base Camp-Daurali to Bamboo
We retrace our steps, out of the Sanctuary and down the Modi Khola Valley. (5 to 6 hours walking). Over night lodge.
Day 11
Trek form Bamboo to Jhinu Danda
From Bamboo, it is an up
hill trek to Kuldighar followed by a down hill walk to Chhomrong
Khola. Then we climb the stone steps to Chhomrong. The trail then descends to Jhinu Danda,
where we will be resting for the night. Today we will have an opportunity to enjoy the hot
springs which is just a 15-20 minute down hill walk from Jhinu Danda to soo the our aching
body. Over night in Jhinu Danda.
Day 12
Trek from Jhinu Danda to Kimche, Drive to Pokhara
We continu retrekking from Jhinu Danda to Kimche where our transportation will be waiting
for us. After sorting out our gear we load the bus and drive to Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day 13
Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Fly back to kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. You can spend the remainder of your time exploring the city.
Day 14
Departure
Pick up form hotel and airport drop.
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Cost Includes & Excludes
Cost Included
- All Airport Transfers
- Private vechicle land transport to and from trek starting point
- 14 nights accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Tourist bus Kathmandu-pokhara-kathmandu
- One guide and two porter with their insurance, salary, food & accommodation
- Annapurna conservation area and TIMS permit
- Simcard / dawnjackets / duffel bag / routemap / sleeping bag(to be returned after trek completion)
- Comprehensive First aid and other medical kit
- All paper works ,government taxes and office service charge
Cost Excluded
- Internationl flight
- Nepal visa
- Foods, drinks, snacks and personal expenses
- Tips for guide & porter
- Personal trekking equipment
- Cost arising from natural calamaties beyond our control
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