From Kathmandu: 11-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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ID: GYG330591-587081
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Country: Nepal

Duration: 11 days


Description

Explore lowland hillsides, witness the different cultures and lifestyles of the local people, and marvel at the scenic mountains on an 11-day trek through the Nepalese mountains.
Start your trek to Annapurna Base Camp by meandering through lowland hillsides abundant with golden rice terraces. Explore small villages to witness the different cultures and lifestyles of the local people. Along the way, trek past the stunning Annapurna South and Machapuchare (‘fishtail’) peaks. Continue to the base camp to admire the great peaks of Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, and Machapuchare. Marvel at the deep glacier-covered amphitheater they create. Stay in teahouses and lodges where delicious hot meals are provided.

Itinerary:
Day 1:
Get picked up from Kathmandu by private car and driven to Pokhara. Relax during the 6-hour drive and enjoy the views through the window. Stay overnight in a hotel in Pokhara.

Day 2:
After breakfast in your hotel, hop in the private vehicle for a 30-minute drive to Phedi, where you start the trekking excursion. Spend 4-5 hours trekking to Tolka with a break for lunch on the way. Stay overnight at a lodge/teahouse where you will also have dinner.

Day 3:
After having breakfast, trek from Tolka to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m). Spend about 5-6 hours walking, with a stop for lunch. Enjoy dinner at the lodge/teahouse where you will spend the night.

Day 4:
Trek from Tadapani towards Sinuwa (2,310 m)/Bamboo Lodge via Chhomrong. Walk for 6-7 hours with lunch provided. Stay in a lodge/teahouse overnight.

Day 5:
Hike for 6-7 hours to Deurali (3,020 m). Enjoy lunch on the way and overnight accommodation with dinner at a teahouse/lodge in Deurali.

Day 6:
Trek for about 4-5 hours to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m). Enjoy lunch on the way and stay overnight in a teahouse where you will also have dinner.

Day 7:
Start heading down from the base camp. Walk for 5-6 hours to Dovan (2,600 m), where overnight accommodation and dinner await.

Day 8:
Walk for 5 hours from Dovan to Chhomrong (2,170 m). Stay overnight at a teahouse.

Day 9:
Trek from Chhomrong to Ghandrung (1,940 m). Walk for 4 hours and stay overnight at a teahouse.

Day 10:
On the final day of trekking, walk for 3 hours from Ghandrung to Nayapul (1,070 m). Be driven back to Pokhara, where you will spend the night at a hotel.

Day 11:
Take a 6-hour bus drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, where you will spend the night in a hotel.

Highlights

  • Hike through scenic landscapes
  • Enjoy spectacular glacier and mountain views from Annapurna Base Camp
  • See typical Gurung villages
  • Gain an understanding of the local culture and lifestyle
  • Make unforgettable memories

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must present a negative rapid test taken on the same day of the activity
Pickup service is available from Tribhuvan International Airport and from any hotel inside Kathmandu Valley.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.