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Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp trek also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary trek; Trail Follows winding trails along forested slopes and treks alongside rushing rivers of surpassing beauty as we approach Annapurna Base Camp on this uniquely accessible ten days itinerary.
It’s an incredible combination of diverse cultures and nature. This trip is more than just a trek that we will never forget.Annapurna Base Camp Trekking ABC is one of the most popular hikes in the world. It’s truly a trip of a lifetime experience.
This authentic Himalayan trekking package is the perfect introduction to the natural splendor of Nepal, taking you across an extraordinary range of landscapes over the course of just ten days.
You’ll stand in the shadow of some of the highest mountains on the planet, including skyscraping giants like Gangapurna , Machapuchare and Himalchuli .
All told, the Annapurna massif is comprised of six distinct peaks reaching higher than 7,000 meters. The mighty Annapurna I clocks in at 8,091 meters, earning it the title of the 10th-highest mountain in the world.
But there’s more to the Annapurna Base Camp Trek than the spectacular scenery alone. This route is often renowned as the best trek in the country when it comes to cultural diversity and the opportunity to become acquainted with Nepali people from a variety of ethnic backgrounds.
The mountain communities here in the Annapurna region are populated by Gurung and Magar villages .We’ll have the chance to spot rare animals like the red panda and Himalayan Monal against a backdrop of lush greenery and shaded forest.
And all the while, craggy peaks, and graceful summits soar over our heads to catch the ethereal quality of light which can only be found here in the rarefied atmosphere of the Himalayas.
Itinerary
From the time you arrive in Kathmandu, the capital and cultural city of Nepal, we will be there at the airport to greet you and take you to your hotel.
Our journey begins with a 6-7 hour drive toward the Pokhara Valley and its beautiful Phewa Tal (lake) and then checking in to your hotel close to Phewa Tal.
After one and half hour drive from Pokhara to Kimche via Nayapul and Birethanti (a tourist checkpoint) we being our trek to Kimche and then continue on to the Gurung village of Ghandruk,which may takes two hours walk
The trek starts by descending down from the Ghandruk village to the Kyuri Khola and then following the trail which leads to Kimrong Danda. On the way, you will pass through the terrace farm and bypassing another hill will take you to Gurung which is the village of Gurung people, with an easy walk to Chomrong at an elevation of 2,170 m. We stay here overnight at a guesthouse.
Today the trail drops down to the Chomrong Khola and again we continue climbing to Khuldighar- 2,380m, where ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) check post used to be. As you go higher, you will notice the decreasing of the forest, from where the route travels steeply down to a rocky bank and then running through thickets of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge, keeping always on the west side of the river. We walk through bamboo, then rhododendron forests to the Himalayan Hotel (2920m).
Today’s trek takes us to the Sanctuary (ABC) along a trail that is often covered in snow – depending on the season. We follow the trail that takes us by Hinku Cave and Deurali. From ABC you are blessed with mind-blowing  views of Annapurna I (8091m) an enormous mountain right before your eyes! ABC has several teahouses where we can stop for a break and take in the magnificent views.
After enjoying one of the best sunrise view with 360 degree mountain view we trek back through lush vegetation until we reach Dovan, where we stay for the night.
After Dovan till Bamboo is almost straight and somewhere down after that we have a short climb to Sinuwa Village (2320m) and then on to Chomrong. After a short break at Chomrong we head uphill and then descend to Jhinu Danda. This is an excellent opportunity to relax your tired muscles in the hot spring just below the Modi River. We will stay here tonight.
20 minutes walk from Jhinu Dada to Samrung . Off-road and Pitch road drive from Samrung to Pokhara-Approx 3 hours drive (If guest want to do sightseeing in Pokhara we will provide sightseeing package as per guest’s request)
Today we head back on a 6 to 7 hour drive to Kathmandu with many fond memories of Nepal and its unique culture and geography. These memories will last a lifetime!
White Himalayan Adventure representative will transfer you to the airport for your final departure from Nepal.
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Inclusions
Include
- Airport picks up and transports by private Car/Jeep/Hiace.
- Tourist standard category hotel accommodation as per itinerary in Kathmandu and Pokhara on B/B plan,twin sharing basis. (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek with normal coffee or tea.
- Trekking Lodge (Tea House) accommodation during the trek.
- All necessary paperwork including Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS card)
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus . Pokhara to Kimche by jeep or hiace and Samrung to Pokhara by Jeep .
- A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, Government license holder guide with required number of porters and other staffs with their salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
- Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Arrangement of emergency helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance Company).
- Trekking route map
- Government taxes and official expenses.
- Trip achievement certificate after successful trip completion.
Excludes
- Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara - lunch, and dinner.
- Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu.
- Personal travel and medical insurance.
- International airfare.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls,wifi,electronic device charging, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral/hot water and hot shower.
- All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the tea houses)
- Hot shower,hot water,wifi and battery charging at the tea houses.
- Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected)
- Additional costs-extra days stay, in case of flight cancellation due to the natural calamities, bad weather forecast and other unforeseen circumstances
- Any other costs not mentioned in include section.
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