Annapurna base camp trek itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Nayapul and start trek to Ghandruk [2,000m/6,560ft] [1.5 hr Drive & 3-4 hrs walk]
Our first day of Trek starts with a short drive to Nayapul. From Nayapul we follow the very popular trekking trail towards Ghandruk – is big Gurung tribe settlement. There are a handicraft center and Gurung museum. From this village, we can see good views of Annapurna South 7219m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Gangapurna 7455m, Annapurna III 7755m, and Machhapuchre (Fishtail) 6997m.
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meals: All meals [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Day 02: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrung [2040m/6,691ft] [5-6 hrs walk]
From Ghandruk the route starts with the long ascent high above the west bank of the Modi Khola and then continues up to the village of Chhomrung (2040m.) Towering above the village is the mighty peak of Annapurna South 7219m, with Mt. Fishtail 6997m facing it across the valley.
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meals: All meals [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Day 03: Trek from Chhomrung to Bamboo [2,335m/7,659ft] [5-6 hrs walk]
We ascend a long and steep stone staircase through Chhomrung towards Kuldi. The trail continues through beautiful rhododendron forests and up to Sinuwa. From Sinuwa, the trail leads up to Bamboo for an overnight stay. Along the route, we can have glimpses of Langur Monkeys jumping from one tree to another.
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meals: All meals [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Day 04: Trek Bamboo to Himalayan Hotel [2,920m/9,578ft] [4-5 hrs walk]
The route goes steeply down along the bank of rocks and then levels out. From there the trail winds steeply up through deep bamboo and rhododendron forest to the village of Doban. Finally, reach the Himalayan Hotel for our overnight stay.
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meals: All meals [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Day 05: Trek Himalayan Hotel to Annapurna Base Camp [4,130m/13,546ft] [3-4 hrs walk]
From Himalayan Hotel we climb high above the river, onto the lateral moraine, and down the other side to the glacier. This leg of the journey takes you up to the bed of the glacier before finally arriving at the Annapurna Base Camp at 4130m for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meals: All meals [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Day 06: Excursion at Annapurna Base Camp
We get up early for the stunning sunrise view from Annapurna Base Camp, the scenic mountain panorama of Annapurna I 8,091m, Annapurna South 7,219m, Gangapurna 7,455m, and Annapurna III 7,555m. The amazing lifetime experience surely is a heavenly feeling. Snapping photos to take back the wonderful moments at ABC is essential for memories from the trek.
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Meals: All meals [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Day 07: By Helicopter flight back to Pokhara & overnight at Lake Side Pokhara.
After exploration and excursion at Annapurna Base Camp, our return trip to Pokhara is a fascinating scenic Helicopter fly arranged by Nepal Guide Treks and Expedition. We get an opportunity for an exclusive and up-close view of the stunning mountains and the amazing high landscapes. Our Helicopter journey truly offers the feeling of ‘WOW’ and makes a perfect way to end our trekking experience at Annapurna. After landing at Pokhara, just feel free for doing personal activities, enjoy sightseeing and boating (Fewa Lake) at Pokhara.
Accommodation: Hotel/Resort
Meals: BB Plan
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