Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 13 Days

Namaste, we welcome you to the land of high passes, Nepal, which is famous for its culture and natural beauty. We will be waiting for you at the airport arrival section. After we meet and greet, we will take a drive to Thamel 3-star hotel, which will be your stay for the trip to Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have an authentic dinner and enjoy folk dance and music to boost our energy.

Rest overnight in Kathmandu

In the early morning, after breakfast, we will take a private vehicle to Pokhara. Pokhara is the city of the holidays. On every corner you go, you will get something to explore. Pokhara is 200km away from Kathmandu. We will head towards Pokhara, crossing the lush green forests. The scenic drive shows the perfect diverse landscape of Nepal. We will drive through the Prithvi Highway, named after King Prithvi Narayan Shah, the father of modern Nepal. The highway follows the Trishuli River, the fastest-flowing river, where people do rafting and water sports. On the way, if the weather is clear, you can see lush green hills, terraced fields, rivers, and occasionally the Himalayan ranges. We will stop at a local authentic dhaba, a restaurant on the highway offering everything locally made after we reach Pokhara. You can rest in the hotel, or if we have time, we will take a short walk to Phewa Lake. 

Rest overnight in Pokhara.

In the early morning, after breakfast, we will take approximately a short drive from Pokhara to Nayapul—½ hour's drive. Nayapul is just 42 km from Pokhara but in the same Kaski district. We will take a short scenic drive, enjoying the views of hills and traditional villages and the stunning views of the Annapurna and Machapuchhare ranges. Nayapul is the gateway to the Annapurna conservation area. Our trek starts from here. Nayapul is a small village filled with trekking equipment shops, restaurants, bakeries, clothes, and many more. If you want, you can do your last-minute shopping as well. 

After that, we will trek to Tikhedunga, our starting point. We will hike along the Bhurungdi River, famous for its incredible views. We will pass the stone-paved paths, suspension bridges, and stunning waterfalls.The trials ascend through the local towns and farms, providing a glimpse of local life and culture. After we reach Tikhedunga, we will rest and enjoy the cold breeze from the Annapurna and the excellent views of lush green forests and surrounding hills. 

Rest overnight in Tikhedunga.

After breakfast, we will start our trek to Ghorepani early in the morning, lasting 4/5 hours. The trial is ascended, and you will pass by steep ascents, stone-paved paths, and lush green rhododendron and oak forests. You will encounter the 3000-step staircase leading to Ulleri Village on the trek. Ulleri village is a traditional magar village, which is an excellent spot to witness the magnificent views of Mount Annapurna south and Hinchuli.

After resting and enjoying the views, we will start our trek again and ascend to Ghorepani. We will pass by oak forests. On the way, we will encounter many wild animals like the Himalayan tahr, Musk deer, Red panda rarely, barking deer, langur monkey, and many species of birds. As we ascend higher, you will feel the cold breeze, and the thickness of forests increases, which makes the atmosphere so peaceful after we reach Ghorepani, which is the perfect spot that attracts trekkers for its famous sunrise on the nearby ranges like Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters), Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain).

Rest overnight in Ghorepani.

Early morning, before dawn, we will do a short hike to Poon Hill, which will be of 1 hour. Poon Hill is a famous trekking sport for trekkers all over the world to witness the sunrise in the mountains. Poon Hill offers the promise of the stunning natural scenery of the rhododendron forest, followed by the unobstructed sunrise over the high Himalayas and the panorama from the far western Himalaya of Dolpo, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, including Mt. Machhapuchre (Fish Tail), and Manasalu. When the first rays of the sun hit the mountains, it looked as if someone had plated the mountain range with gold. We will stand and witness and enjoy the sunrise, which will be a once-in-a-lifetime moment. After exploring nature, we will hike back to Ghorepani and have breakfast. After breakfast, we will trek to Tadapani, a small picturesque village.

Tadapni offers a stop for trekkers to rest overnight. It is a village surrounded by dense oak and rhododendron forests with a peaceful atmosphere. Here, you can also enjoy authentic Nepali dal bhat, momo, noodles, and Western dishes. 

Rest overnight in Tadapani.

In the early morning, after breakfast, we will head towards Sinuwa. It is a small charming village with magnificent views of the Annapurna ranges and dense forests with wild animals adding beauty to it. We will trek down to Chhmorong. It is a small picturesque town with peaceful surroundings. It’s the perfect spot for having lunch. After lunch, we will cross the charming Khola via the suspension bridge over the river. While crossing the trails, we will encounter many wild animals and excellent terrace fields and experience the local life and culture of the people living there. The village is mainly the habitat of gurng and magar, which are known for their warm hospitality and welcome in nature. After reaching Sinuwa, we will stop and explore the village and enjoy the warm hospitality and delicious foods. It’s the perfect place to relax and be lost in the peaceful nature lying on the lap of the Himalayas.

Rest overnight in Sinuwa.

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we will head towards Deurali, a small picturesque village inside the Annapurna sanctuary. The trek will be of 4/6 hours. On the way, cross the Modi Khola ( river) over where the longest swinging bridge, Kadoorie bridge, is located. We will trek on the river bank of the Modi Khola. The trek is ups and downs as we ascend one hill and descend another again. We will cross Bamboo, the lush green forests at Annapurna's heart. You will feel the traditional charm and peaceful atmosphere when you trek from that place. After crossing Bamboo, we will reach Dovan. After reaching Dovan, we will trek to the Himalaya Hotel, famous for its incredible views of the surrounding hills and mountains. After that, we will take a short break and explore the Hinku cave. 

Hinku Cave is the landmark of the Annapurna sanctuary. It was believed that before the development was done, guides, porters, and trekkers spent a night there as it was considered the safest place at that time. You can witness the breathtaking cold breeze from the cave of Annapurna. You will be awarded with the lush green forests and panoramic views of mountains.  After crossing the cave, we will reach Deurali. A place that is considered the trekkers paradise. It is rewarded with an incredible landscape of hills and mountains. It is also the welcome spot for base camp and the final ascent. 

Rest overnight in Deurali.

Early morning, after breakfast, we will head towards the serene sanctuary of Annapurna. After trekking for some hours, we will reach the Machapuchhare base camp, also known as MBC or Fishtail Mountain. We will sit and relax in the coldness of the mountains and enjoy the magnificent views of Machhapuchhre, together with other mountains like Annapurna South, Annapurna I and III, and Gangapurna. You can enjoy the moment and capture images for the memories. After that, we will have lunch and enjoy the views of the mountains right in front of our place and eyes by sitting at the MBC lodge.

Suppose any of our trekker's friends feel altitude sickness. In that case, they can be transferred back by helicopter or rest at MBC lodge. After that, we will take a 2-hour trek to reach Annapurna base camp, which will be the final destination of our trek. We will continue our journey to the ABC through a few roofless shepherd's huts alongside a moraine. Be prepared, as this area is often windy and snowbound. Yet, the sight of the south face of Annapurna is gratifying. We will reach the ABC, where the panorama of the snow-capped Himalayas will surround you. You can enjoy the unobstructed view of the Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, and other peaks from the base camp. If you're interested, take your time to explore and relax at the base camp. We will stay overnight in Annapurna base camp so that you can witness one sunrise and one dawn at the Annapurna base camp, which is a once-in-a-lifetime moment to witness on the lap of the world's 10th highest mountains lap. Enjoy hot, Nepali authentic foods. In the cold weather, relax by yourself and enjoy the moments.

Rest overnight in basecamp.

We will wake up early in the morning before sunrise. We will go to the base and witness the Annapurna sunrise. Breathe in, and you will feel like you have come to heaven or out of the world. The views are so excellent that tourists often sit at that place and wait for another day to witness it again. After enjoying the magnificent sunrise, we will have breakfast and trek to Bamboo. We know trekkers want to stay in that place. However, if you're going to explore the Annapurna from the top by helicopter, you can also do that. However, it would be best if you took our other itinerary, a helicopter tour from Pokhara to Annapurna. No helicopters are on the stand, so you must hire one from Pokhara. After we descend to Bamboo, we will enjoy the peaceful environment. Suppose you close your eyes and relax by yourself. In that case, you will feel the waterfalls and river sounds, birds creeping sounds, the wind-flowing sounds, and soft music as the wind hits the Bamboo. It produces a smooth sound to your ears, which gives an excellent experience.

Rest overnight in Bamboo.

After breakfast, we will start our trek to Jhinu Danda, which is a hill hike to Khuldi Ghar early in the morning. A place that plays an important historical landmark. But now there are denser Rhododendrons forests and a peaceful environment with a check post. No lodges exist, so you must descend to the Jhinu Danda via Chhomrong and Sinuwa. As we have already trekked through this place, you will find it easy to locate things and trek easily. After that, we will reach Jhinu Danda, a special place famous for its natural hot springs with actual minerals. It is a popular destination among trekkers. As you have trekked for many days, you can relax here. You will heal and relax and feel energized again to start your trek. The natural hot springs are located inside the dense forests along the Modi Khola River, so your body and mind can relax while relaxing in spring relax while relaxing in spring. You will feel the peaceful sounds of waterfalls, birds creeping, and wind flowing. Create your own experience to witness here. We will spend a night here so that you can relax and enjoy the moment as much as you want.

Rest overnight in Jhinu Danda.

After breakfast, we will trek to Nayapul, which is the starting point of our trek and the ending point of our trek as well. Nayapul is a small village with bakeries, restaurants, hotels, and lodges. So when you reach there, you can enjoy the final moment of the Annapurna region, which is in the lap of mountains and hills. After relaxing for some time, we will drive to Pokhara. The drive will be ½ hour through the city route and highways. After reaching Pokhara, you can check in at the hotel, freshen up, and relax in the phewa lake. You can visit many places in Pokhara, and you will have enough time to explore. You can see Mahendra cave, Ghupteshwor cave, Chamero cave (bat cave), Devi's Fall, and Pumdi Kot, where the giant lord Shiva statue is situated. And many more, or you can add them to our other itinerary, mainly focused on the Pokhara tour.

Enjoy and relax. We will have dinner on the lakeside of Pokhara. Enjoy the cold air, fantastic weather, and the environment there.

Rest overnihgt in Pokhara

After breakfast, we will drive to Kathmandu through the Prithvi highway connecting the two cities. We will take a private vehicle and drive to Kathmandu. You will see the Trishuli River flowing us till Nag Dhunga on the way. Trishuli River is Nepal's fastest-flowing river, mainly used for rafting sports. On the way, we will stop at a fine Dhaba, where we will have lunch. Then, we will drive through the lush green forests the highway covers. On the way, we will see green hill stations, mountain views, the highway covered with green forest and hills, the local Dhaba, which provides the local Nepali foods, the rural lifestyle that is attached to the roads, the rivers, which are also among the fastest rivers in the world, and many more.

Rest overnight in Kathmandu.

We will serve you breakfast in the morning if your flight is planned for the morning. Based on your travel plans, our team member will drop you off at the airport (in a private vehicle). If your flight is in the evening, you may go shopping and pick up some souvenirs for your loved ones or hang around Kathmandu city. Additionally, if you wish to stay in Nepal for a few extra days, we can set up some of the best adventure activities here.