Annapurna Base Camp : Himalaya Beauty
WHEN
Spring :Mac - May
Autumn : Oct- Nov
PRICE
From $850 pp excl flights
(based on 2 ppl sharing)
HOW LONG
8 nights is an idea lenght
Day 1 (D)
Kathmandu Arrival
Meet and greet at Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to hotel for check in. A meeting will be held for a briefing of ABC Trek. The day all members will check all their equipment and if needed customers can make some purchase around Kathmandu.
Day 2 (B/D)
Kathmandu - Pokhara - Ghodepani By Flight
Have a good breakfast and we will take a domestic flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival in Pokhara, you will meet up with your trekking crew. From here will will take a Jeep drive to Ulleri (about 2 hours). We will start our trek from Ghorepani to Poonhill. The trek will take about 5 hours. It is one of the best short and easy treks which offers panoramic views of the stunning Annapurna Himalayan range while passing through beautiful forests (especially rhododendron forest) and insightful local Gurung, Magar villages and luxury guesthouses.
Day 3 (B/L/D)
Poonhill - Tadhapani - 7 Hrs
At 4:30 am we will hike to Poonhill for the sunrise view of the Himalayan mega range. Back to guesthouse for breakfast and then we will begin our hike to Tadapani.
Day 4 (B/L/D)
Tadhapani - Chhomrong
Tadapani to Chhomrong trail incorporates an easy ascent trail in a total of 7.6 KM. Tadapani offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machapuchare. The trail winds its way downhill through a dense rhododendron and oak forest. The uphill climb will start after crossing a small bridge into Kimrong village is moderate and takes you through lush terraced fields and traditional stone houses. The village itself is picturesque, and you'll get a glimpse of the local culture and lifestyle of the Gurung people. You will encounter forested areas and open terrain. At some point you will encounter some steep climb and do take your time
Day 5 (B/L/D)
Chhomrong - Himalaya
7 Hrs
Chhomrong to Himalaya is about 12.4 KM. On this day, your journey is going to be full of highs and lows, quite literally. The trail drops down to the Chhomrong Khola via steep downstairs where you cross a suspension bridge. Then you will embark on an uphill adventure by climbing on uphill stone stairs as you make your way up to Lower Sinuwa followed by Upper Sinuwa. All this while, the same trail full of stairs continues until you cross the Bamboo forest which is a level trek, pass a temple and a waterfall. Yes you make it for a good rest!
Day 6 (B/L/D)
Himalaya - ABC Base Camp
Today we will cover about 10 KM and the most exciting day for all. Trekkers will make their way to Hinku cave as they complete the gradual uphill climb across the forests to eventually reach Deurali. Then you head towards the Machhapuchhre Base Camp at 3,700 m (12,139 ft). Starting from here, you enter the mesmerizing Annapurna Sanctuary surrounded by the world class view of massive mountains.
Day 7 (B/L/D)
ABC - Bamboo - 6 Hrs
In the early morning we will hike to viewpoint to witness the great sunrise of Annapurna. We will the head back to camp for breakfast. From the camp you may enjoy the views of Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Glacier Dome, Tent Peak, Annapurna II, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhre. Free and easy until we start our trek down to Bamboo.
Day 8 (B/L/D)
Bamboo - Jhinudada
After a quick breakfast we continue to retrace our steps through the rhododendron and bamboo forest, where the trail then descends very steeply from Chhomrong to Jhinu and the Hot Springs. On arrival, we can relax in Jhinu at the nicest lodge in the village. After lunch we will then head down to the river’s edge to the hot springs to enjoy the afternoon. The distance today is 11.7km and the return distant to the hot spring is 1.4KM.
Day 9 (B/L/D)
Jhinudada - Pokhara
1 Hrs + 2 Hrs
Today is our final day of trekking where we will walk the one hour to Siwai jeep pickup. There is some down hill to the river and then back up the other side to a narrow trail that takes us to the pick up point. Our drive back to Pokhara is about 2 hours. Upon arriving in Pokhara, we will have a Chinese Lunch and after lunch you will enjoy a relaxing SPA.
Day 10 (B)
Pokhara - Kathmandu 35 Min
This morning we will have an experience boating at Phewa Lake. Phewa lake is located at an altitude of 742 m (2,434 ft) and covers an area of about 4.43 km2. The lake is also famous for the reflection of mount the Himalayan range. Later will will visit the Peace Pagoda where relics of the Buddha were consecrated. We proceed to visit 5000 years old Gupteshwor Cave. In this cave there is a narrow passage which interconnects the chain of large and small caves. The cave is located 2548 feet below sea level and a worshiping Lord Shiva temple. We will take a domestic flight back to Kathmandu in the late afternoon.
Day 10 (B/D)
Pokhara - Kathmandu 35 Min
This morning we will have an experience boating at Phewa Lake. Phewa lake is located at an altitude of 742 m (2,434 ft) and covers an area of about 4.43 km2. The lake is also famous for the reflection of mount the Himalayan range. Later will will visit the Peace Pagoda where relics of the Buddha were consecrated. We proceed to visit 5000 years old Gupteshwor Cave. In this cave there is a narrow passage which interconnects the chain of large and small caves. The cave is located 2548 feet below sea level and a worshiping Lord Shiva temple. We will take a domestic flight back to Kathmandu in the late afternoon.
Day 11 (B/D)
Kathmandu City Tour
In the morning we shall visit the floating cloud Kopan Monastery. The monastery was established by the FPMT's founders, Lamas Thubten Yeshe and Thubten Zopa Rinpoche. Guest may order puja and all payment/donation will be collected by the monastery directly. We will then proceed to visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Boudhanath Stupa. We continue our adventure to visit Kumari House and UNESCO Patan Square. Kumari is a divine girl between 3 and 4 years old who is thought to be the living incarnation of the goddess Durga or Taleju Bhawani. Kumari is taken as the living goddess, and it is believed that worshiping her will fulfill all desires. In the evening enjoy a cultural performance dinner.
Day 12 (B)
Kathmandu City Tour
After breakfast, free and easy until we transfer you to airport for your flight home
