Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
One of the most popular treks in Nepal, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, better known as the ABC Trek, draws quite a crowd. Starting from the enchanting Pokhara Valley, the trek takes you through amazing landscapes, rhododendron forests, lush bamboo groves, and terraced hillsides right up to the pristine high mountains.
ABC trekking
The Base Camp at the foot of the Annapurna massif is reached after traversing through a rapidly changing landscape as you climb higher and higher from the rich green valley shrouded in seasonal vegetation to the arid landscape of the high mountains. The Annapurna Sanctuary is a gigantic arena facing giant peaks in proximity. 4,130 m above sea level, the sanctuary enjoys a spectacular 360 view of 13 peaks that make up the Annapurna massif. This is the highlight of the trek. But even from Day One of the trek, the great peaks, Machapuchare (6,993m), the Annapurna III (7,555m), the Annapurna II (7,937m) and the Annapurna IV (7,525m) keep coming into view, building up excitement as the trek progresses.
Along the way are the hot springs at Jhinu Danda, delightful little Gurung villages embraced by terraced hillsides, hidden trails in the heart of a gigantic bamboo plantation and a forest of rhododendrons. This trek offers all the pleasures one can derive from a walk in the Nepalese Himalayas.
- The Annapurna Sanctuary at 4130 m.
- Trekking from the low paddy fields to the heart of the Himalayan glaciers.
- An approach to the very high mountain in just 14 days.
- Homestay overnight in Luwang, an authentic Gurung village.
Itinerary
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Transfer to hotel
- Accommodation: Hotel Holy Himalaya in BB or similar
- Self meal
Visit the Pashupatinath temple, the Bodhnath stupa and the imperial city of Patan.
- Accommodation: Hotel Holy Himalaya in BB or similar
- Self meal
- Ascent: 460 meters
- Walking duration: 1h30
- Accommodation: Homestay
- Ascent: 1150 meters
- Desent: 900 meters
- Walking duration: 5h30
- Accommodation: Lodge.
We cross the Modi Khola on a suspension bridge. Lunch at Jhinu Danda (1780 m) after a steep climb of half an hour. Relaxing afternoon in the hot springs. Overnight at Jhinu Danda.
- Ascent: 500 meters
- Descent: 300 meters
- Walking duration: 3-4h
- Accommodation: Lodge.
- Ascent: 1000 meters
- Descent: 500 meters
- Walking duration: 6h
- Accommodation: Lodge.
- Ascent: 900 meters
- Walking duration: 4h
- Accommodation: Lodge.
- Ascent: 930 meters
- Walking hours: 4h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Descent: 1800 meters
- Walking duration: 6 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: 500 meters
- Descent: 700 meters
- Walking duration: 4h
- Accommodation: Lodge
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- Ascent: 200 meters
- Descent: 350 meters
- Walking duration: 4h30
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Accommodation: Night at the Batika Hotel in BB
- Self dinner
Drive back to Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel Holy Himalaya in BB or similar
- Self meal
*Option to fly Pokhara - Kathmandu on request.
Notes
- Walking times are approximate because they depend on the groups, photos and stops. As for the elevation differences, they are also general indications and not GPS readings.
- Depending on the weather and operational conditions, the guide reserves the right to modify this itinerary for your safety.
What's included
- 3 nights at the Holy Himalaya Hotel or similar in Kathmandu in BB
- 1 night at the Batika Hotel or similar in Pokhara in BB
- Full board trek in Lodge
- French-speaking guide for the entire stay from 4 participants
- One day of guided tours in Kathmandu with the vehicle.
- Trekking team: assistants from 4 participants, and porters for the entire trek.
- Luggage carrying up to 13 kgs/person during the trek
- ACAP & TIMS trek permits
- Staff insurance
What's not included
- Entrance fees to sites during visits
- Nepal visa to be obtained in advance at the nearest embassy or consulate
- International flight
- Repatriation insurance + rescue and search required, Tips, personal expenses and equipment, drinks, sleeping bag, etc.
Suppliments
>> Single room in Pokhara & Kathmandu (4 nights) : 115 US$
Advise flight Pokhara Kathmandu to avoid road construction and to save time and comfort.
CLIENT REVIEW
Jean Claude Faure Trip (Voyage) : Annapurna Base Camp Trek Date of Trip : 10/05 - 17/05/2019
We wanted to thank you for all the help you gave us during our trip, especially to Jasmine and Rashmi. A big thank you to our Tibetan guide Niema for sharing the love of his culture and his good mood in all circumstances.
Christophe Trip (Voyage) : Annapurna Base Camp Trek Date of Trip : 01/12/2022
Florian Hilt Trip (Voyage) : Annapurna Base Camp Trek Date of Trip : 09/10/2023
The agency is always available to respond to different requests and very responsive The organization is great the trip went very well on-site the guide welcomed us all immediately and explained the circuit in detail The people on site (guide, assistant guide, and Sherpas) are extremely kind and always attentive to us. I highly recommend it.