Annapurna Base Camp, also known by Annapurna sanctuary, is a wonderful trek that takes you to the Base Camp of the immense south face of Annapurna I (8,091m), 10th highest mountain in the world. The trail passes through cultivated fields and beautiful forests of oak, magnolia, and rhododendron of the Annapurna region. You will walk through banks of pristine rivers, mountain pastures, dip into natural hot springs, slate-roofed tropical villages and encounter caravan of mules carrying necessary supplies to remote villages. Along the way, we meet friendly locals and exchange greetings ‘ Namaste’.
From the Base Camp of Annapurna, trekkers can enjoy the up-close view of 10 peaks over 6,000m that includes Hiunchuli, Fang, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare (Mount Fish Tail) and many other peaks. Moreover, while on the trek we come across the most prominent ethnic groups of people like Gurung, Thakali and others permanently living in the Annapurna area.
Whoever begins the trek to the Annapurna Base Camp, the views are of course amazing and at Base Camp, you can find yourself directly in front of Annapurna and surrounded by peaks on all sides. The trail to Annapurna Base Camp lies a bit low in the canyon and it is susceptible to avalanches coming from the peaks above. With the inclusion of Poon Hill hike in the itinerary, our proposed Annapurna Base Camp trek can be longer by several days. Starting from Nayapul we encounter sub-tropical heat, pretty villages and neatly terraced rice fields enjoying the panoramic view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas.
The best time to visit Annapurna Base Camp is during spring and autumn. Spring is the time to see the blooming of rhododendrons while the clearest skies are found after the monsoon is over, that is, in October and November. At these times the weather is generally mild and pleasant. In fact, October is the high season for trekking in Nepal.
Note: Above itinerary might be flexible with the time duration of Trekking
- Airport pickup & drop off for both National and International
- 3 Nights hotel in Kathmandu on BB Plan on sharing basis
- 1 Night hotel in Pokhara on BB Plan on sharing basis
- Domestic Flights: Both way air ticket (KTM-PKH-KTM) with the airport tax
- Necessary transportation cost for our trekking crews
- Tea house accommodation during the trekking
- Meals: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) with Tea/ Coffee
- Permit:All the necessary permits required for trekking
- 1 Certified Trekking Guide & required number of Assistant Guide
- Porters: Necessary porters (2 Members: 1 Porter)
- Insurance for all the involved Nepalese Staffs
- Our service charge and government taxes levied by Nepal Government
- Pioneer Adventure Duffel bag (If required)
- Trekking Route Map
- First Aid Medical Kit carried by Guide
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with Tour Guide, necessary Entry Fees and Transportation
- Sightseeing in Pokhara with necessary Entry Fees and Transportation
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant in Kathmandu
- International Airfare
- Nepal Entry Visa Fee
- Travel and Emergency Medical Rescue Evacuation
- Lunch and dinner during your Hotel stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Trekking Gears, Phone Calls, Water, Laundry, Bar Bills, Battery Recharge, Internet etc.
- Staff Tips