Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 16 Days
Experience the unmatched life of those living in the mountains and their way of life.
Trip Details
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Destination: Nepal
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Trip Grade: Difficult
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Max Elevation: 4210 Meters
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Total Duration: 14 Days
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Best Time: March - May & Sept - Dec
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Group Size: Min 1 Pax.
It happens to be one of the most popular treks in the Annapurna region: the scenery is stunning and the beauty of the natural environment is immense. The environment at Annapurna Base Camp Trekking changes from lush jungle to rugged terrain. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking introduces you to a much higher altitude but at the same time Annapurna Base Camp Trekking does not demand much. During the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking you will be in a position to experience the unmatched life of those living in the mountains and their way of life. Annapurna Base Camp trekking begins from Dhampus, which happens to be a 45 minute charming drive from Pokhara.
Sites To See On Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
There are many sites that you can see at the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You go through beautiful lush forests until finally you get to places where the vegetation thins out and is replaced by snow. If you love nature then Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is definitely what you need. You will come across many animal and bird species as well as different plant types. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking gives also you a chance to learn the culture of the Nepalese people.
The Expedition Team on the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
The expedition team that organizes the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is quite an experienced one. They have been in this kind of work for the longest time. They are quite effective in making sure that the Annapurna Base Camp is carried out in the right manner. They also work to ensure that those who participate in the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking are satisfied by the services that they are offered. They ensure that you will not have any complications whatsoever or be dissatisfied. It is quite an effective trek for anyone wishing to participate in it.
Inclusion and Exclusion
Cost Includes
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Airport picks up & Drove
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Kathmandu sightseeing
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Hotel in Kathmandu
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Local Transportation
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Accommodation & Fooding (BLD)
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Staff insurance
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Licenses holder trekking guide/ porter
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National Park permits
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Domestic Air Ticket
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TIMS (Trekkers’ Info management system)
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First-aid treatment
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Trekking equipments(Jacket/sleeping Bag)
Cost Exclusion
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All kinds of drinks Nepal
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Clients accident insurance Nepal
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Personal expanses Nepal
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Bar bills Nepal
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Staff tips Nepal
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International Air ticket Nepal
Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day 03 : Kathmandu to pokhara (820m/2,690ft)
Day 04 : Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1,500m/4,921ft)
Day 05 : Tikhedhunga to Gorepani (2,870m/9,416ft)
Day 06 : Gorepani to Tadapani (2,600m/8,530ft)
Day 07 : Tadapani to Chhomrong (2,170m/7,119ft)
Day 08 : Chhomrong to Dovan (2,870m/9,416ft)
Day 09 : Dovan to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,550ft)
Day 10 : Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,335m/7660ft)
Day 11 : Bamboo to Ghandruk (1,940m/6,364ft)
Day 12 : Ghandruk to Tolka (1,820m/5,971ft)
Day 13 : Tolka to Dhampus (1,700m/5,577ft)
Day 14 : Dhampus to pokhara (820m/2,690ft)
Day 15 : Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus (1,350m/4,430ft)
Day 16 : Final departure from Nepal
Equipments & Packing List
Following are the list of items for 1 person that will help you to pack for your trip. Note that the some items can vary according to season and number of treaking days. Luggage will be carried by the porter and day-pack with valuable items or anything important will be carried by your self.
Documents
- Valid passport, passport size photos, air tickets
- Trekkers' Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card, which is mandatory for trekking.
- Dollars, pounds or Euros in cash as these currency are easily exangable and can be used on paying in different places.
- Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds
Electronics
- A pair of DSLR camera with 3 extra batteries (charging is expensive on the mountain)
- A pair of Point and shoot camera
- Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
- A pair of Video Camera, if you like
- A pair of solar charger (charging is expensive, if you can charge yourself will save money)
- A pair of Chargers with Belkin mini surge and adapter.
- Some Extra batteries for headlamps
Gear
- A pair of headlamp
- A pair of watch with alarm
- A Pair of pair sunglasses
Clothing
- Pairs of quick drying, long sleeved base layer shirts
- Pairs of trekking shorts, short sleeve
- Pairs of Thermal underwear – base layer
- Pairs of liner socks
- Pairs of pair woolen blend trekking socks
- Pairs of trekking pants with zip off bottoms
- Pairs of fleece sweaters – one lightweight, one heavy
- A pair of wind proof overlayer- jacket and pants
- A pair of down jacket
- A pair of Rain Koot
- A pair of Warm hat
- A pair of lightweight thermal layer hat
- A pair of peak hat
- A pair of headband/dew rag
- A pair of pair gloves
- A pair of Pair trekking boot
- A pair of Pair flip flops
- A pair of down booties
- A pair of Down Jacket(Will be provided by Simrik Real Nepal. No Need to buy)
- A pair of sleeping bag(Will be provided by Simrik Real Nepal. No Need to buy)