Trekking in the Nepal Himalayas
As the world’s one of the best trekking region, the Annapurna region offers unparalleled mountain scenery. The region is famous for its spectacular view, beautiful landscape and the unique traditional culture and lifestyle of the local Gurungs. The trail passes through an ever-changing landscape ranging from paddy fields, misty forests, and tiny settlements to alpine forests and high lands. The Annapurna range has a vast massif of a number of peaks above 7,000m. Some parts of the range form a natural aphis-theatre, which is popularly known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. Mt. Annapurna I, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Fang and Machhapuchere (fishtail mountain) are some of the major attractions in the Annapurna region. The trekking trail passes through mind-boggling rhododendron and bamboo forests. All is found while going up to the famous Fishtail Muntain Base Camp. Trekkers and adventure lovers can use same trail till Chhomrong downstream (the Modi Khola) before making a sojourn to Ghandrung, a beautiful and large Gurung village.
Trekking Region: Annapurna Region
Trekking Name: Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Best Season: September to December & March to May
Trekking Type: Lodge Trek [Tea House]
Grade: -
Maximum Height: 4,130m.
Transport: Flight/ Bus
Duration: 12 Days
Trip Cost: USD 960
Day 01: Kathmandu to Pokhara (833m.) Today we drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and stay in hotel at Lakeside. (7 hours drive by bus or 30 minutes flight)
Day 02: Pokhara to Dhampus(1600m.) Short drive to Phedi from where trekking starts and trek to Dhampus (1,600 m.) and overnight at teahouse.
Day 03: Dhampus to Landurk (1,565m) The trail gradually goes up from Dhampus to Deurali (2,100m). After then, we will walk through rain forest jungle heading down to Landruk 5 hours walk and overnight stay at teahouse.
Day 04: Landruk to Chomrong (2,170m) Heading down to the Modi River. The trail follows the Modi river banks till Jhinu Danda and passes through local villages and forests. After Jhinu Danda, the trail goes straight up approximately one hour walk. Chomrong is one of the best places for the mountain views (Annapurna south, Hiuchuli, Fishtail, etc.) and beautiful rural scene. Overnight stay at teahouse.
Day 05: Chomrong to Dovan (2,505m.) From the lower part of the village, you descent to the suspension bridge over the Chomro Khola (river) and climb steeply at first, passing through Tilche, Bhanuwa, Sherpa Lodge. A little further up are the scattered lodges of Sinuwa, a perfect place to stop and admire the view back down the Modi Khola. From where a panoramic view of Mt. Fishtail can be seen. The trail also changes in character from wide stone steps and mixed rhododendron forest which sets the valley ablaze with color during April.
Day 06: Dovan to Deurali (3,230m.) During the trek, along this trail, we do not find any permanent settlement. The trail passes through solitary places and one can really feel the Nature’s wilderness. If you walk without making any noise, you are likely to have the chances to see a variety of species of wildlife such as wild pig, deer, snow leopard, etc. After walking 4 hours, we can reach Deurali from Dovan and stay in local lodge.
Day 07: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m.) As this route is in the high altitude area, you might feel the shortage of oxygen, so, you are advised to walk slowly. However, you can feel that you are very close to the Nature. The scene of waterfalls and close mountain view may make your trek enjoyable. After walking along the trail for about three hours, you can reach ABC and stay in a local lodge.
Day 08: Trekking back to Dovan from ABC (2,505m.) Wake up early in the morning and trek to Machhapuchhare Base Camp to see beautiful sunrise and mountain views. After having breakfast, we go back to Dovan and stay at a local teahouse.
Day 09: Dovan to Chomrong (2,170m.) After having breakfast at Dovan, we trek to Chomrong and stay in a teahouse.
Day 10: Chomrung to Ghandruk (1,939m.) The trail goes straight and a little bit down hill. Then, we cross the Kimrung Khola and gradually go up. Then comes a very nice tiny village. After about one hour’s walk, we arrive to famous and beautiful Ghandruk village which is culturally and naturally rich Gurung settlement and also listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Site. Cultural show in the evening on request.
Day 11: Ghandruk to Pokhara. Walk through a paddy field and local settlement. After 4 hours of walk, you will come to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara, overnight stay in hotel.
Day 12: Pokhara to Kathmandu (1320) Today drive or fly back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.
If above itinerary couldn’t meet your need, we can design a tailor made itinerary to suit your needs. Please let us know whether you would like to make it shorter or longer.
Price for the Trip
The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/ or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices very greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and / or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.
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Note: The departure schedule can be changed on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, trail slides, and avalanches.
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