Annapurna Base Camp is a trekking of moderate difficulty (suitable for anyone accustomed to walking in the mountains), which allows you to reach the foot of an eight-thousander quickly and without many acclimatization problems.
This route takes you to Annapurna base camp, at the foot of the South face of Annapurna (8091m), an impressive and almost mystical place also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary.
A trek of moderate difficulty (suitable for anyone accustomed to walking in the mountains), which allows you to reach the foot of an eight-thousander quickly and without many acclimatization problems (we will reach 4,130m). In addition, you will discover all the landscapes of Nepal, going through lowland villages and their rice terraces to glaciers and offering impressive views of the mountains.
In addition, it will allow you to discover Pokhara, the second most important city in Nepal and I would dare to say the most beautiful, calm and spiritual.
You will be able to contemplate from its feet the Machhapuchare (6993m), the mountain of the god Shivá, considered one of the most beautiful and sacred mountains in the world (forbidden to climb).
This area is known for its rich biodiversity and is in great demand for trekking, with trekking to the Annapurna base camp or Annapurna sanctuary and the Annapurna circuit being the two most popular routes.
Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon: we can visit the Swayambhu stupa (monkey temple), get lost in the streets of Thamel or have our first Dal bhat dinner (the most traditional dish of Nepali cuisine).
day 2
Transfer by Tourist bus to Pokhara. Night at the Hotel.
Day 3
After breakfast in Pokhara there will be vehicles and our trekking staff ready to take you to Nayapul and Kimchi, the total trip will be 3:30h
Just a 45-minute walk will bring you to Ghandruk, a Gurung village, the most beautiful village on the trip. We then start the trek by walking along the Kimrung river and up through Kyimmung, Taplung village and finally arrive in Chomrung for the night.
Day 4
The trail descends a stone stairway and crosses the Chomrong Khola on a suspension bridge, then up the mountain flank, rocky path through the forested area and then reaches Khurdi Ghar. This can be a good place for lunch, the walk descends (about 350 meters) through the stone steps, the woods and you will arrive at the Bamboo Hotel. The walk now gently ascends through the woods, a stream flowing down from the flank to your left hand side. Now our final destination of the day “Doban” is approaching in 10 minutes, where we will stop for the night.
Day 5
The trail climbs along the Modi Khola and then up a rocky path through the forests until it reaches a cave at Hinku. From here you will reach Deurali and along with the river bank you will climb little from Bagal witnessing rhododendrons and at the end of the ridge you will stop at Machapuchare (Fish Tail) base camp.
The stupendous views of the mountains of Hiunchuli, Annapurna I and III, Gangapurna and Machapuchare by themselves will make for a great day out. Our night stops at one of the accommodations here.
Day 6
Today we explore the Annapurna base camp, going up a hill with a moray eel. Crossing three hills and the next hill you will already be in the Annapurna BC (4130 m). Here you will see some of the amazing views of Annapurna I (8091 m). On your left, Varhha Shikar (7,647 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m) and Hiunchuli (6,441 m). Also, mountains like Khansar Kang, Tarke Kang, Singuchuli and behind them you can see the triangular rock needle of Machhapuchare and the snowy peak of Annapurna III (7555m)
On your left, Varhha Shikar (7,647 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m) and Hiunchuli (6,441 m). Also, mountains like Khansar Kang, Tarke Kang, Singuchuli, and behind them you can see the triangular rock needle of Machhapuchare and the snowy peak of Annapurna III (7555m). After so many impressive and majestic views of the mountains, we go back on the same trail to MBC and descend to Deurali. 7 -8 hrs of walking, a long walk!
Day 7
We will descend through the bottom of the valley to the village of Chomrong.
Day 8
We return to the end of the trail and spend the afternoon to discover the calm and beautiful Pokhara. Night in hotel.
Day 9
We will leave early in the morning by bus to Kathmandu. Night at the hotel.
Day 10
Transfer to the airport for final departure.
You need a minimum level that allows you to do a mountain route of 1200m of elevation gain in one day. It is not a demanding route and days are interspersed with short walks to guarantee good acclimatization and good recovery from the days of trekking. During the route we can carry a small backpack with the things we will use during the day. The porters will transport our backpacks to the next lodge.
For those who always want more, we have several extensions to do during the afternoons to ascend to peaks close to our lodges from 3,600 to 5,100m.
As mountain professionals we not only seek the greatest enjoyment, but also the highest possible degree of safety during the activities. For this we will have personal safety and communication equipment and a sufficient first aid kit.
It is essential to have accident and rescue insurance that covers any incident (it is mandatory for all participants). If you don’t have one, we can manage it for you.
A list of materials will be provided to participants. Although it will be very similar to the material required to carry out activities in the middle mountains in the Pyrenees in winter.
The first and last night we will stay at the International Guest House hotel in Kathmandu. The other nights we will sleep in the different lodges that we will find along the way. We will eat in the same lodges and have lunch in other lodges that we will find along the way. It is not necessary to transport any food.
Take advantage of receiving free access to our entire platform for one year when you book this trip. We advise you to take the following courses before your trip to enjoy the experience to the fullest:
Nepal personalized trekking
