Mountains in Annapurna region form the central core but it is not the tallest, because they rise in the heart of the Himalayas. Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Annapurna II, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna IV etc are some of the mountains in the Annapurna region. To reach the Annapurna region, we need to follow the trial of terraced lands, dense beautiful forest of rhododendron, Gurung community traditional and cultural villages. Mostly our path will be the high lands of the Annapurna region, we may have a problem, so our body temperature should be accumulated according to the altitude. High altitude is not only the problem of our trek to Annapurna base camp but the classical trekking route which gets slippery is the also the problem.
Pokhara recognized as the beautiful city of whole Nepal is the Gateway of Annapurna base camp trekking. Our walk will be the clockwise direction. Firstly we will reach to Nayapul. Then Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Chhomrung, Deurali and lastly to Annapurna base camp. We will be in many viewpoints. Among them, poon hill will be the most beautiful viewpoint from where we can see the combination of more than 10 mountains serially. Since our trial goes clockwise we will not return back the same way. To end our trek from Annapurna base camp, our returning way will be Bamboo, Jhinu Hot Spring, Nayapul and lastly to Pokhara.
Generally, Annapurna Base camp trekking is considered at moderate trekking because our trek will be at high altitude but not on the difficult path. The month of September, October, November, December, March, April, May and February will be the most favorable time to do a trek in this region. Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd. is always on your front foot to help by making you trek in Annapurna base camp throughout the year. We will make your trekking schedule according to your holiday with the provision of the best trekking guide for you.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and check-in to Hotel
Day 02: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu Valley
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (Around 7/8 hours)
Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1577m) – 3 Hours
Day 05: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2840m) – 5 Hours
Day 06: Hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tadapani (2610m) – 4 Hours
Day 07: Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrung (2140m) – 5 Hours
Day 08: Trek from Chhomrung to Dovan (2500m)– 5½ Hours
Day 09: Trek from Dovan to Deurali (3230m)– 4 Hours
Day 10: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4131m)–5 Hours
Day 11: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) to Bamboo (2345m) – 6 Hours
Day 12: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Spring (1780m)–5 Hours
Day 13: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Nayapul–5 Hours, and drive back to Pokhara–1 Hour
Day 14: Sightseeing Tour in Pokhara Valley
Day 15: Drive Back to Kathmandu
Day 16: Final Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and check-in to Hotel
The representatives from Everest Trekking Routes will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival. He/she Assist to transfer you to the hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 02: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu Valley
Today, you will visit the main places of Kathmandu valley. In the morning you visit Pashupatinath, Bauddhanath, and Swayambhunath. Pashupatinath is the oldest and holiest Hindu temple; Bauddhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa are the oldest Buddhist Stupas. After launch, you visit Kathmandu durbar square and Patan Durbar square. In Kathmandu durbar square, you visit Kumari temple, the temple of the LGoddessoddess.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (Around 7/8 hours)
After having breakfast in the morning today, we drive to Pokhara. It takes around 7 hours to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu by bus. You can also take the flight which takes about 30 minutes and in the remaining time, take your time to explore the Pokhara city and Lakeside. We stay overnight at a guesthouse in Pokhara.
Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1577m) – 3 Hours
Today, we are going to begin our actual trek from Nayapul. So, we take a short drive to Nayapul from Pokhara which takes about an hour. From Nayapul, we take a short walk along the banks of Modi Khola, which brings us to Birethanti (1015m). From there, our trail continues through the village and climbs continuously up the side to the Hille (1495m). We eventually reach Tikhedhunga (1577m) where we stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 05: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2840m) – 5 Hours
From Tikhedhunga, we move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri (2070m). Ulleri is a large Magar village. Our trail ascends more gently from this point through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti (2250m). After walking for a couple of hours, we arrive at Ghorepani (2840m) where we stay overnight.
Day 06: Hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tadapani (2610m) – 4 Hours
Early in the morning today, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill (3210m) which is the best viewpoint in the Annapurna Region. Poon Hill offers the best opportunity to witness the phenomenal panorama of the beautiful peaks including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Poon Hill is regarded as the Photographer's paradise. You can enjoy the unobstructed views of the sunrise over the stunning snowcapped Himalayas. Poon Hill also offers the best views of the sunset too. After spending about an hour at Poon Hill, we return back to Ghorepani. We take our breakfast at Ghorepani and after that, we continue climbing along the ridges through the forest of pines and rhododendron. The climb brings us to Deurali (2960m) and descending further takes us to Tadapani eventually. We stay overnight at a guesthouse in Tadapani (2610m).
Day 07: Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrung (2140m) – 5 Hours
We start our steep downhill walk today through the forests of rhododendrons. Leaving Tadapani and descending through the forests, we reach Gurung village of Gurjung as the trail eases. After Gurjung, we eventually walk to Chhomrung which at the elevation of 2140m. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 08: Trek from Chhomrung to Dovan (2500m) – 5½ Hours
Our trail drops down to the Chhomrung Khola today and again we continue climbing to Khuldighar where there used to be an Annapurna Conservation Area Check Post. We walk little further clearing the forest and the follow the steeply down trail towards the bottom of the gorge, Donovan. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 09: Trek from Dovan to Deurali (3230m) – 4 Hours
It’s a relatively short trek today. Our day begins early in the morning with the climb through bamboo forests first, and then through the forest of rhododendron on to Hinku Cave. We stay overnight at a guesthouse in Deurali.
Day 10: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4131m) – 5 Hours
Starting from Deurali and passing through the Machhapuchhre Base Camp which is often known as Annapurna Sanctuary as the area is surrounded by mountains, we trek further two hours to reach Annapurna Base Camp at the elevation of 4131m. From Annapurna Base Camp, you can observe some of the awe-inspiring views of the mountains. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 11: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) to Bamboo (2345m) – 6 Hours
Today, we return to Bamboo following the same trail back. Our trail drops by 1700m to the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2345m. You can find few teahouses/lodges available to stay at Bamboo. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 12: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Spring (1780m) – 5 Hours
Until Chhomrung, we follow the same trail back from Bamboo. Once we have passed Khuldighar, we continue our trail through rhododendron and bamboo fields. The trail descends very steeply from Chhomrung to Jhinu Hot Spring. You can enjoy the natural hot springs at Jhinu. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 13: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Nayapul – 5 Hours, and drive back to Pokhara – 1 Hour
We walk to the right side of Modi Khola for about 5 hours to Birethanti which can be considered one of the best and the most relaxing walks of the entire Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Upon reaching Nayapul, we take a drive back to Pokhara where we stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
We drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara today. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you can utilize your time for the last minute shopping or you can explore the city. We celebrate the Farewell Dinner together with the trekking team and spend overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Final Departure
We are saying goodbye to the Kathmandu as your journey in Nepal comes to an end today! We will transfer you to the airport for your returning flight.
