From Kathmandu: 13-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek
ID: GYG365435-654410
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
13 days
Description
Discover the Annapurna region, one of the most diverse and beautiful areas of Nepal, on a 13-day trekking experience.
Day 1:
Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, meet your tour representative and transfer to your hotel in the city. After you are checked-in, receive a briefing on the itinerary for your trek. Relax and spend the night at the hotel.
Day 2:
Depart from Kathmandu and travel to Pokhara. The journey takes approximately 5 to 6 hours. Upon arrival, use some free time to explore Phewa Lake. Enjoy an overnight stay at a local hotel.
Day 3:
Make the 1-hour journey to Nayapul by private car or van, and then trek to Tikhedhunga. Enjoy an overnight stay at a tea house lodge.
Day 4:
Prepare for the long uphill climb to Ulleri, up 3,200 stone steps. Enjoy fantastic views of the surrounding valley and the Annapurna massif. Stay overnight in Ghorepani.
Day 5:
Hike to Poon Hill station early in the morning and witness a beautiful sunrise. Hike back to Ghorepani, and then to Tadapani after breakfast. Stay overnight at a tea house lodge.
Day 6:
Trek from Tadapani to Sinuwa reaching an altitude of 2,340 meters. Hike through a forest and cross a suspension bridge on a leisurely portion of the hike. Continue to Chomrong, followed by a short climb to Sinuwa. Stay overnight at a tea house lodge.
Day 7:
Start with an easy walk through the forest, followed by a climb up to Dovan at an elevation of 3,230 meters. Follow the trail through the valley towards the Himalayas. Finish the day at Deurali with an overnight stay at a lodge.
Day 8:
Depart from Deurali and climb up through the valley to Machhapuchhare Base Camp, where you will have an hour of rest. Then head to Annapurna Base Camp, located at an elevation of 4,130 meters. Stay at Annapurna Base Camp for the night.
Day 9:
From Annapurna Base Camp, descend to Bamboo at an altitude of 2,340 meters. Stay overnight at a tea house lodge in Bamboo.
Day 10:
Make your way from Bamboo to Jhinu, which is located at an altitude of 1,780 meters. Stay overnight in a lodge.
Day 11:
Hike from Jhinu back to Pokhara, which is at an altitude of 1,640 meters. After breakfast, relax in the hot springs and then trek down to Nayapul, followed by a drive back to Pokhara. Stay overnight at a local hotel.
Day 12:
Travel back to Kathmandu on a journey which takes 6 hours. Stay overnight in a hotel in the city.
Day 13:
Be dropped off at the airport for your flight departure.
Highlights
- Embark on a 13-day excursion through the beautiful mountains of Nepal
- Discover spectacular landscapes on a trek to Annapurna Base Camp
- Witness a beautiful sunrise at Poon Hill
- Be escorted by experienced and knowledgeable guides
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please provide a copy of your passport by email so permits can be reserved
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Masks are optional for this activity
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
Masks are required while indoors
Your guide will greet you inside the airport arrivals terminal with a placard stating your name.
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.