Duration
10 days
Max. Elevation
4147m
Group size
2+ Above
Important Note
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2The morning after breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for the short scenic flight to Pokhara, air enjoys the grand panorama of the snow mountain range, from Langtang, Ganesh, and Manaslu Himal. As the plane heads further west view of Annapurna Himalaya, then land at Pokhara airport. Where our staff and guide will transfer you in a vehicle for an exciting drive to the starting point of the trek.
After ending the motorable drive, the walk begins with a climb to reach Ghandruk for the first overnight stop in a hill village, populated by Gurung the mountain tribes of Annapurna Himalaya. At Ghandruk with time exploring the village and witnessing the local culture are of great interest.
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3At Ghandruk enjoys breakfast along with views of Annapurna peaks and then start the trek uphill on top of Ghandruk village, then on a winding path with a short climb to Kimrong Danda, a place on a high ridge. From here descend to Kimrong River valley within a nice village for lunch. Afternoon a steep climb for an hour and then on the gentle path to Chomrong, a large Gurung village as well as the last permanent settlement.
From Chomrong after a short rest continue to walk downhill to a river and then climb on stone steps to reach an overnight stop at Sinuwa Danda. An isolated spot with a few nice simple lodges to stay with grand views of surrounding beautiful hills, and valleys with snow-clad peaks.
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5Adventure from Deurali leads you to our main highlight of the adventure, as the morning walk follows the Modi River upstream with a steep climb for some hours to Machhapuchare Base Camp, a scenic spot with nice lodges. Enjoy a short refreshing break at this lovely place situated right beneath the towering North Face of Machhapuchare Himal, the famous Fish-Tail peak.
After MBC a short climb to reach a flat land or a plateau at Annapurna Sanctuary, and then walk gets pleasant all the way to Annapurna Base Camp right in front of the towering Mt. Annapurna and close to a glacier. At Annapurna Base Camp reaching by lunchtime as well for an overnight halt in one of its nice small simple cozy lodges. Enjoy the afternoon at ease relaxing, marveling at the glorious views of the Annapurna range of peaks that surrounds the base camp.
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7From Bamboo a short climb and then winding path into forest to Sinuwa Danda, where a short descent leads to Chomrong River, after crossing a bridge climb on long stone steps to Chomrong village, for the lunch stop.
Afternoon a short walk to a ridge, and then our route divers heading downhill to reach a nice village at Jhinu for the last overnight stop on the high hills of Annapurna Himalaya. Rest of the day enjoy refreshing bathing in a hot natural spring that is close to the lodge.
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10All Himalayan areas lead to tough walks due to much climb uphill and downhill, but on route to Annapurna base camp, it is not difficult. Where walking hours are average of 5 to 6 hours the most, except for few days that is walking back from Annapurna base camp to Bamboo a long day walk but on down and easy path. The altitude gain will not be a big problem, as elevation rises slowly and gradually, on the start of the trek leads to many steep ups. But in the end, you will find it worth the walk reaching base camp. Slow and steady with short rest will lead to enjoyable walks.
Hiker Himalaya will provide an expert guide who knows the area very well, as well as strong porters to carry the client’s heavier baggage. The guide will be with you through the trek from Pokhara to Pokhara and from the beginning to the end in Kathmandu.
Not in all places, only at places that we have designated as per the itinerary days, but from Ghandruk village onwards. The lodge and guest-house are of simple tourist standard but warm rooms with large dining hall, where toilets and baths will be common due to harsh cold terrain and rough landscapes. All places on the route and at base camp have nice cozy rooms, serving excellent foods as per the choice from the long list of menus.
Depending upon the seriousness of symptoms due to high altitude or AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). In this case, the client needs to be brought down to a safe altitude, where the victims will recover and then continue as far he/she can cope. But in a critical situation, an emergency evacuation is required to take a helicopter service, which is the quickest way to reach the hospital back in Kathmandu. Where all extra expenses should be borne by the client and can be reimbursed from their travel / medical insurance. At Annapurna Base Camp, very small chances of catching altitude sickness as elevation gains slowly, by the time you reach the highest spot at ABC you will be perfect and fully acclimatized by then.
The most preferable time is in spring from March to May, and the autumn season starts from September till November. Spring time is lovely with longer sun-light hours as well for clear views and walks. Cold in the late afternoon, nights, and morning, can expect snowfall sometimes above 2, 000 m high. Autumn is another best time for the trek, most days are clear and fine for views and treks. But the days are shorter due to sunlight hours can be very cold in the morning and night time, with chances of snowfall sometimes.
