Annapurna Luxury Trek, Annapurna in part of Base Camp Trekking, is an amazing adventure around the whole Himalayas range where one can complete the trek in a week. The shortest and most scenic walk that takes you from low warm paddy fields to cooler hills. Then ending at the remorseless arctic terrain of ice and glaciers at Annapurna Base Camp, the highest spot of the adventure.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers more besides the shortest itinerary days, the only 8, 000 m mountain base camp. Where trekkers can find the comfort of a nice and cozy lodge with a comprehensive food menu, with rooms facing alluring views.

Mt. Annapurna-I is listed as the world's 10th highest peak at 8, 091 m / 26, 545 feet high. The first eight thousand meters mountain was conquered way back in 1950 by French Expeditions, it is one of the most technical and challenging mountains.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is located within a picturesque sanctuary known as one of the most photogenic spots. Situated on a plateau enclosed by a series of jagged snow mountains, which makes this place is heaven for trekkers. The adventure begins with a short panoramic flight from Kathmandu to land at scenic Pokhara, a charming city.

Placed in a beautiful valley, surrounded by tiers of green hills within the backdrop of Annapurna Himalaya. Where the reflection of snow peaks touches the serene Phewa and Begnas Lakes, making Pokhara a most sought holiday destination. From Pokhara, a few hours of the scenic drive takes you to the foothills of Annapurna Himalaya, where our adventure begins.

The climb leads to a lovely large Gurung village at Ghandruk, where one can feel the cool mountain fresh air. Ghandruk is one of the main villages, a door to various treks and adventures around Annapurna Himalaya and beyond. Gurung, a traditional and cultural village, the hill tribes of the Annapurna region, are interwoven with Buddhism religion.

Enjoying the first overnight in the mountain village, the trek continues heading due north to reach another large village of Chomrong. The main getaway to Annapurna Sanctuary and base camp, as well as the last permanent settlements.

The adventure continues heading down and up within a cool forest of rhododendron and pine trees to reach the Modi River gorge. Where the walk follows the river upstream right up to its glacial source at Annapurna base camp and the highest point. To reach Annapurna base camp, spend a few overnights en route at a simple lodge of Sinuwa Danda and Deurali. The climb takes you to a high ridge at Machhapuchare base camp, located beneath the mountain itself the famous Fish Tail peak.

Annapurna Sanctuary starts where tree lines give away to a short alpine bush and then reach the main highlight. Annapurna base camp is a beautiful spot encircled by an array of peaks with the main Annapurna-I at a close distance. An exciting place, where views of mountains extend towards the far horizon an enjoyable and marvelous country blessed with naturally beautiful scenery.

Spending a wonderful time and adventure at Annapurna base camp, then head downhill back into greens within tall tree lines. The return journey to the end of a walk at a nice hill village Jhinu, a place with a natural hot spring to enjoy. Finally, our remarkable adventure Annapurna Base Trek completes at beautiful Pokhara, a perfect spot to have good times, after a marvelous time around the high Annapurna Himalayas.

Best time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek:

Annapurna Base Camp can be visited nearly all around the year, except for monsoon wet times which occur from mid-June to early September months.

The rest of the seasons will be good for this wonderful adventure. The best and high season is spring from March to May, days are much longer and sunny till late afternoon times. An enjoyable season for walks and views of mountains, cold in the morning and night time, around higher hills.

Around spring the hills are alive with wildflowers in bloom. Can expect snowfall and rains sometimes above 2,000 m high. The next best season is autumn from mid-September to November, where days are crystal clear, but shorter days with sunlight due to autumn seasons can be cold in the morning and nighttime.

One can visit during winter times of December to February, most days are clear with fine weather, cold with freezing temperatures above 1,800 m high. Can get snowed in some time, around the Annapurna Sanctuary areas.

Accommodation food during the Annapurna Luxury Trek:

It takes 10 days to complete the journey to Annapurna base camp and in these 10 days, we will spend two nights and one night in five-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast and 6 days stay in the best mountain lodges in the Annapurna region which provide you with good facilities.

For food, we eat breakfast and dinner at the same place where we live, and for lunch, we eat at the tea house that will be on our way. There are various food options that you can choose from. Dal Bhat vegetables are the best food and the most filling option. In addition, you can prepare eggs in a variety of ways, including chapatti, cereal with milk, and sandwiches. Or, potatoes are prepared in different ways, in packet noodles, noodles, momo, macaroni,  pudding, Nepali, Indian, and continuation. For drinks, you can drink tea; Coffee, flavored hot drinks, etc. They also sell branded local wines.

Security in Annapurna Base Camp Luxury Trek:

Security is an important top priority of Hiker Himalaya Treks and Expedition. We generally ensure that trekkers belonging to the HHT group complete their journey safely. During the trip, our guide will treat our hikers. In case of a crisis, our guide will take care of it if you are expected to change the schedule at any point.

If you encounter any problems at any point during the trek, do not freeze and never try to grow and always forget to tell the guide. If during the trek you become ill, our guide will give you the necessary treatment and in case of crisis, he will take you to the nearest medical clinic.

Equipment & Packing List for Poonhall with Annapurna Luxury Trek:

This list outlines the required things to bring during the Annapurna Luxury Trek. The weight limit for your luggage is 15 kg. Remember that your luggage will be carried by our porter. However, you are required to carry a small day-pack with your valuables or anything important. We advise you to pack only what is necessary.

Important Items: Airline tickets; Valid passport; 2 extra passport size photos; Photocopy of your passport; Insurance paper; Dollars, Pounds, or Euros in cash for purchasing a Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying at restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks and to purchase your own drinks and gifts; Credit Card (Visa/ Master Card) for withdrawing cash from cash machines if needs.

For Head: Sun Hat; Bandana or head scarf; Headlamp with extra batteries; Sun Glasses with UV protection.

For Upper Body: Shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves); Lightweight thermal tops; Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater; Wind Cheater jacket; Down Jacket

For Lower Body: 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms; 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers; 1 pair of waterproof shell pants and 1 pair of hiking trousers.

For Hands: 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves and 1 pair of lightweight poly liner gloves.

For Feet: 2 pairs of thin inner socks; 2 pairs of poly or wool socks; 1 pair of Hiking boots (sturdy soles, water-resistant, ankle support); 1 pair of running shoes and/or sandals.

Other Useful Items: 1 sleeping bag (good to -20 degrees C or 28 degrees F); Rucksack and Travel Bags; 1 large duffel bag *; A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables; Small padlocks for duffel- bags; 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional).

Medical: Your daily taking medicine if any; small personal first aid kit; Aspirin, plasters (band-aids); Sunscreen; lip balms; Anti-diarrhea pills; Anti-headache pills; A cough and/or cold medicine; Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetazolamide; Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin.

Digital camera; 2 water bottles (1 liter each); disposable rubbish sacks; Toiletries: 1 medium-sized quick-drying towel; Toothbrush/paste; Multi-purpose soap; Deodorants; Nail clippers; Face and body moisturizer; Tissue /toilet roll; hiking poles, snack food (chocolate/ biscuits); umbrella; reading book or pack of cards (for leisure time during trekking).

Note: If any items are not available in your hometown you can buy them in Trekking Store in Kathmandu before you embark on trekking.