Trip Duration

11 Days

Group Sizes

2-16 People

Transportation

Bus

Destination

Nepal

Max. Altitude

4,130m. / 13,550ft.

Nature of Trip

Trek

Best Season

Autumn (Fall) – September to November, Spring – March to May

Activities

Trekking

Difficulty

Moderate

Meals

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Start & End Point

Kathmandu

Trip Highlights

A very exciting hiking adventure to the Fishtail and Annapurna Base Camps
Be very close to the big mountains of Annapurna
Sleep in the very magically enticing Gurung Villages of Chhomrong and Ghandruk
See and feel for yourself the religious and enlightening Buddhist practices and heritage
Visit Pokhara on the picturesque shore of Phewa Lake

Overview of Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Do you want to reach such a spot in the world where you can personally hear the loudest roar of the snowstone giants? Yes, then join Himalayan Hope Treks’ Annapurna Base Camp trek expedition that will take you into the depths of the Annapurna range including visits to two famous Himalayan base camps.

If you wish to get up close and have a personal view of the very top without excessive physical strain and long days, then we guarantee the Annapurna Base Camp trek is what you are looking for.

Our Annapurna Base Camp trek 11 days lodge trip will guide you directly to the two popular base camps of Machhapuchare/Fishtail and Annapurna I.

At the base camp below the Fishtail, you will be very close to the very stunning sacred peak of Fishtail while at Annapurna Base Camp, you will be surrounded by the steep ice walls of Khangsha Kang, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhare, Annapurna I, Tarke Kang, Singu Chuli, Varaha Shikhar, Gangapurna, and Annapurna III.

Sitting at the moderate height of 4130 m within the Annapurna Conservation Area, the Annapurna Base Camp is affectionately called the Annapurna Sanctuary as well. 1970 is the famous year when this base camp saw the history made by Dougal Haston, Don Whillans, and Chris Bonington.

Our Annapurna Base Camp trek itinerary will take you on a marvelous tourist bus ride to Pokhara from Kathmandu. After a brief drive to Nayapul, your hike commences through the Gurung settlements of Ghandruk, Chhomrong, and the Himalayan Hotel.

Here, the Gurung will leave no stone unturned for your entertainment and hospitality. With their Buddhist practice a bit different from the Sherpa, they will also not hesitate to share with you their heritage.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek will then continue through dense forest to the barren snowy landscape of Fishtail and then Annapurna Base Camps.

At the base camps, you will be standing at the borderland between mankind and the high Himalayas. Now the familiar route backward with a small stoppage at Jhinu Danda will take you back to Kathmandu.

Suitable for both trekking novices and expert ones, the Annapurna Base Camp trek is a moderate adventure that offers an exceptional experience during the spring, winter, and autumn seasons in Nepal.

Itinerary of Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival

Day 02: Pokhara drive from Kathmandu

Day 03: Drive to Naya Pul (1050 m) and trek to Ghandruk

Day 04: Trek to Chhomrong Village

Day 05: Trek to Himalayan Hotel

Day 06: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp through Machhapuchchhre/ Fishtail Base Camp (MBC, 3,720 m)

Day 07: Trek back down to Bamboo

Day 08: Trek back to Jhinu Danda

Day 09: Trek back to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara

Day 10: Drive Back to Kathmandu

Day 11: Departure

Important Note

At a small extra fee, we can also enhance your transport to and from Pokhara via private jeep, car, or flight.

Trip Information - Good to Know

Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Best Season

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is possible in all seasons and months of Nepal because of its medium elevation and short travel time. However, the Annapurna will give you a sensational experience in the Fall (September, October, and November) and Spring (March, April, and May).

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days Trip: Difficulty

The Annapurna Base Camp trek 11 days trip is a profile II class B graded mountain trip that has the highest elevation of only 4130 m. With daily altitude rise under 1000 m and each day walking up to 6 hours, the trail contains only one tough section: the ascension from MBC to ABC.

Therefore, any individual aspiring to reach the Himalayas in Nepal possessing good health and mental stamina can undertake our Annapurna Base Camp trek easily.

Altitude Sickness and its Management

Our Annapurna Base Camp trek itinerary has been deliberately planned with shorter routes to give you adequate time to adjust to the Himalayan altitude. Still, altitude sickness, or generally quoted as acute mountain sickness/AMS can impact with dizziness, headache, breathing issues, and nausea.

Take a consistent pace, emphasize on hydration, and take Diamox to treat and prevent the AMS initial symptoms. Our expert guide will help in curing the AMS so you have a flawless journey.

Training to Prepare for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Physical training three weeks before the Annapurna Base Camp trek with aerobic workouts such as running, swimming, cycling, weight lifting, stair climbing, and squatting will be very helpful to have the full immersive, and comfortable adventure through the expedition.

Accommodation, Meals, and Transportation Arrangements

A twin room of elite three-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara with early morning breakfast served in your room will facilitate your city stays. On the trek, a double room of the snug mountain tea houses with lunches, breakfasts, and dinners every day will ease your hikes.

A private vehicle of Himalayan Hope Treks will simplify your airport and hotel travel while a tourist bus will transfer you between Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Possible Annapurna Base Camp Trek Extension

The northern base camp of Annapurna I is also worth exploring which offers you a less commercial route than its southern counterpart. You can also think of adding the Poon Hill or the Annapurna Round trek to your Annapurna Base Camp trek itinerary.

Travel Insurance

With travel insurance support on your hand, you will be able to face any challenges that you may come across in the Annapurna which may include accidents, infections, health problems, and AMS. Ensure your travel insurance provides you the medical care and helicopter rescue costs up to 4200 m elevation.

Permits for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days Journey

The Trekkers’ Information Management System Card/ TIMS and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project permit/ ACAP are the two permits without which the Annapurna Base Camp trek cannot be taken.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to sleep in a tent at Annapurna Base Camp?

No, there are plenty of homely tea houses now that are capable of offering you warm peaceful nights at the base camp.

Is a sleepover at MBC possible?

Sure, like ABC, the MBC also has enough mountain lodges to provide you the snug nights and delicious meals.

Can you organize a Pokhara excursion for me should I decide to travel there by air?

Certainly, tell us what you like to indulge in Pokhara and our guide will organize all the details for you. However, a small extra fee will be charged for this added service.

Do you have any specification of age for partaking in your Annapurna Base Camp trek?

Certainly not, the Annapurna Base Camp trek is much safer and easier adventure than the Everest Base Camp trek and has no age bar at all.

Can I connect to WiFi at Annapurna Base Camp?

Yes, you can either connect with the tea house WiFi or with the NTC or NCELL 4G data.