Annapurna Basecamp Trek

A busy day in Kathmandu begins with a sightseeing tour around this beautiful city. Visit of the Kathmandu Durbar Square is followed by a trip to Pashupatinath temple. Excursions of Swayambhunath and Boudhanath can be done later that day. Later, stroll around the Thamel market while looking out for essentials for the trek. No specialty gears and equipment is required. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

After an early morning wakeup call, start your day as you are accompanied by a company representative to catch a ride to Pokhara. Starting this 7-hour road trip, you exit Kathmandu valley and ride along the jagged hills. The beauty of the landscape on road is as beautiful as Pokhara city. This tourist hub is rested in a valley by the Phewa Lake. Amazing views of the Annapurna (8091m) and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail|6997m) greet you as you arrive and check in to a hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara.

This day will mark the start of Annapurna Base Camp trek. But first, you ride from Pokhara to Nayapul, your jump point, on a private vehicle. Starting the trek from Nayapul, you cross over Nayapul River. Passing by Sudame and Tikhedhunga we arrive at the famous Ulleri steps that will drain you as you arrive at the beautiful Magar village of Ulleri. Overnight stay at Ulleri.

A beautiful morning in Ulleri, lower Annapurna valley, will mark the start of trek to an equally beautiful village of Ghorepani. The trail takes you on a gradual ascent through the lush oak forest with occasional sightings of rhododendron grooves. Crossing Banthanti and Nangethanti will add to the experience on the trek to Ghorepani. Overnight stay at Ghorepani.

Wake up early to view the sunrise over the hills glowing the Himalayas to its glory. An hour-long climb from Ghorepani will take you atop Poon Hill which will be a chilling experience in the morning haze with the views up top equally magnificent. Shortly descend the same trail to Ghorepani before setting off to Tadapani. Head for Deurali pass and descend to Ban Thanti along an enchanting bamboo forest and stone paved trail to reach Tadapani. Overnight stay at Tadapani.

Heading southeast, we start for Chhomrong village. The day starts with a descent for the first half followed by a climb. Magnificent views of Machhapuchhre (6997m) grace us as we exit Tadapani. The descent down is followed by us crossing the river before steadily climbing along the leisurely trail to Chhomrong. This village is the gateway to ABC and is flocked by almost everyone coming to Annapurna region. Overnight stay at Chhomrong.

Starting the day early in Chhomrong, catch the sun light up the Annapurna range before beginning the day’s trek. It starts with a climb. You will shortly start descending along magnificently laid stone steps. And crossing over mellow streams on wooden makeshift bridges, we further cross a bamboo forest on the way to Himalaya Hotel. Overnight stay at Himalaya Hotel.

A long day of trekking starts with a climb to Hinku cave. This will be an inspiring experience as you stretch over a cliff overhang to view the tall Himalayas right in front of you. Then, you move to Deurali before landing at the foot of the sacred Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail|6997m). After immersing in the beauty of surrounding snow-capped cliffs, we trek along the foot of gigantic mountains for a couple of hours, treading boulders and snow, before arriving at the highlight of the Trip-Annapurna Base Camp (4130m). Overnight stay at Annapurna Base Camp.

A long day of retracing the trail back, we wrap up a visit of the Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Sanctuary heading for Bamboo. The drastic descent is followed by occasional stops at Deurali, Himalaya Hotel, and Dobhan. As this trail reaches the bank of Modi Khola, the village of Bamboo appears. Overnight stay at Bamboo.

Heading back the ABC trail, we stride for Jhinu Danda. A welcoming trail past bamboo and rhododendron forest makes up for an exciting downhill trek. Eventually, the village of Chhomrong appears and as we cross it- head further to Kuldighar. We diverge from our initial trail and follow the trail that leads to Jhinu Danda. A steep descent will take a toll on your already tiring legs but worry not for the natural hot springs in Jhinu Danda is the best cure after long days on the trail. Overnight stay at Jhinu Danda.

Wrapping up the trek on ABC trail, we set off for the start point of this trek, Nayapul. The trail descends gradually along Kyumi and onto Siwai-which is crossroads in this spider web trail of ABC. Arriving at Birethanti, we head further south along the terraced fields to Nayapul. Around 5 hours on the trail from Jhinu Danda, we arrive at Nayapul. Bidding the trails goodbye, we catch a ride back to Pokhara. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara.

Wrapping up the tour of Annapurna region, we get on a company vehicle from Pokhara. Heading to Kathmandu, parting views of lush green hills and snow-capped peaks will be a gift. Having been to the foot of these snowcapped mountains and now distant, it will be a moment to reconciliation. The road takes us past Damauli, Dumre, and Mugling as we arrive Kathmandu. In the evening, take some time out for a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

The final day of your trip to Nepal, a Danphe Adventure Treks representative will arrive at your hotel to transfer you to the Airport 3-hours prior to your scheduled flight. Take this time to inquire about future trips. Bidding farewell at Tribhuvan International Airport, catch the flight to your destination.