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Annapurna Base Camp Trek, adored by trekkers from all over the world, is one of the most adventurous mountain treks in the world. The trek is past contrasting climate conditions, diversified landscapes, and culturally enriched villages. Annapurna Base Camp’s elevation is 4,130 meters or 13,549 feet above sea level. From Annapurna Base Camp, one can witness a magnificent 360-degree panoramic view of mountain peaks like Fishtail(Machhapuchre), Hiunchuli, Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho, Pisang, Pungda Danda and others.
The trail traverses through quintessential Nepali villages, allowing trekkers to come across its people and witness their way of life high up in the Himalayas. The trek passes through enchanting Gurung and Magar villages, lush green Rhododendron, bamboo, and alpine forests finally reaching Annapurna Base Camp.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary trek because the trek culminates after reaching the Annapurna Base Camp which is situated on Annapurna Sanctuary, a high glacial basin surrounded by mountains in all directions. The entire trek takes place inside the Annapurna Conservation Area Project(ACAP). The conservation area has diverse flora and fauna with bucolic villages with its intrinsic characters remained intact. Hiking to the Annapurna Base Camp is an amazing trekking experience, passing along terraced paddy farms, thick pine, and bamboo forests, and witnessing fascinating cultural and traditional aspects of the Gurung and Magar community. The large variety of vegetation and floral diversity has made it possible for different species of wild and exotic animals to thrive in this region, resulting in burgeoning and unique ecosystems that cannot be found anywhere on the planet.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek also known as ABC Trek starts with either drive or a flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu. The next day trekker will be driven to Nayapul, from where the ABC trek officially commences. On the same day, trekkers will trek to Ghandruk. Annapurna Base Camp Trek 7 days itinerary then follows several stopovers up to the Annapurna Base Camp like Chhomrong (2,170m/7,119ft), Dovan (2,580m/8,464ft), and Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m/12,139ft).
Upon reaching the base camp, one will be awestruck by breathtaking views of peaks like Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8,097m/26,564ft), Gangapurna, Khangsar Kang, Annapurna III, and Machhapuchhare. The following day trekkers will trek out of the Annapurna Sanctuary retracing their steps out of Modi River Valley to Dovan and Jhinu. Leaving Jhinu the trail will take trekkers back to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara.
After reaching Pokhara trekkers will return to Kathmandu by flight or drive. ABC trek is a moderately graded trek and where one can discover the exceptional natural beauty, cultural charisma, and enchanting geographical landscapes of the Annapurna region.
Annapurna Base Camp is a trekkers paradise. Encircled by the ginormous peaks of Annapurna Massif, Annapurna Base Camp is a geographical landmark every mountain person dreams of reaching. It is a pleasure to the eyes, delight to the heart, and ultimate appeasement for your thirst for adventure.
Elevated 4,130 meters or 13,549 feet above sea level, and situated deep inside the crevasse of Annapurna Massif Annapurna Base Camp is a starting point for Annapurna Expedition. It is surrounded by the majestic peak of Annapurna Massif which includes Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Barah Shikhar, Annapurna I, Singu Chuli, Machhapuchhre(Fishtail), Gandrave Chuli, Annapurna III and Gandarva Chuli. Which means a 360-degree insatiable view of mountain panorama. Alongside the amazing mountain panorama view, one can gaze at South Annapurna Glacier, the primary source of Modi Khola. The sunrise and sunset one can observe from the base camp are magnificent. The overall experience of exploring Annapurna Base Camp is out of the world and justifies its popularity amongst trekkers worldwide.
Annapurna Conservation Area is the first and largest protected area in Nepal. Established in 1986, it covers an area of 7529 km2. The conservation area is renowned for its rich biodiversity inhabiting 1226 species of flowering plants, 128 species of Mammals, 518 species of birds, 40 species of reptiles, and 23 species of amphibians. The conservation area also consists of the world’s largest Rhododendron Forest at Ghorepani, which turns the green forest to red during spring.
Annapurna Conservation Area is an example of civilization and nature coexisting peacefully. Many villages and localities reside inside the Annapurna Conservation Area. These localities play a crucial role in preserving the nature and its elements.
The conservation area is a habitat for many endangered animals, for whose photographs wildlife photographers will do anything. Snow Leopard, Clouded Leopard, Himalayan Wolf, Red Pandas, Pangolin, Musk dear, and many other endangered mammals can be seen. Not only that, it is a perfect place to capture beautiful photographs of wild birds. For a trekker, these florae and fauna peculiar to Annapurna Conservation Area will surely awe-inspire them and bring them closer to nature.
Situated at around, 50 kilometers or 31 miles away from the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara, Ghandruk is a beautiful model village primarily inhabited by Gurung people. With Modi River gushing beneath it, it lies in the vicinity of Annapurna Massif. Ghandruk village provides stunning views of mountain peaks like Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna II, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, and Mardi Himal. Along with breathtaking mountain views, it introduces travelers to the fascinating culture, tradition, and lifestyle of the Gurung people. Unlike, other villages, the Gurung people of this village have successfully been able to preserve and promote its culture and tradition. The museum in Ghandruk displays the cultural heritage of the Gurung people. Ghandruk village is itself a major tourist attraction, and every year thousands of travelers flock to the beautiful village of Ghandruk.
The allure and beauty of Ghandruk Village are timeless. With its cultural and natural offerings, Ghandruk village is a must-explore destination for any person who wants to witness natural beauty and cultural grace when traveling.
Embarking on a higher altitude trek, breathtaking mountain views are inevitable. During Annapurna Base Camp with Mardi Himal, you will get an opportunity to gaze upon humongous mountains right in front of you.
From the beginning, you will be welcomed by the beautiful view of Machhapuchhare, situated on the northeastern side of Ghandruk Village. As you traverse and penetrate deep into Annapurna Sanctuary, the view of Annapurna massif and its peak becomes more prominent. Machhapuchhare, Gangapurna, and other major mountains can be spotted from Chhomrong, Dovan, Himalaya, and other stops along the trail. From Machhapuchhare Base Camp one can spot Machhapuchhare, Gangapurna, Annapurna, Hiuchuli, and other adjacent peaks, and beautiful landscapes of the valley that the trail traverses through. As you ascend from Machhapuchhare Base Camp towards Annapurna Base Camp, the august mountain vista of Annapurna Range will begin to disclose itself to trekkers. Trekkers at Annapurna Base Camp will be surrounded by ginormous mountain peaks. One can witness mountain peaks like Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Barah Shikhar, Annapurna I, Singu Chuli, Machhapuchhre(Fishtail), Gandrave Chuli, Annapurna III and Gandarva Chuli.
Mountains have been revered by people living in these regions as gods. People living in higher altitudes believe that mountain gods have been protecting them as long as they can remember. While on this trek, you will get to witness several mountain gods. These mountain gods will overwhelm you with their sheer size and their magnanimity toward the people and nature. Through its glacier and snow which feeds the rivers and streams with water, giving invaluable life elixir to the region. The panoramic view of mountains is one of the best, you can get doing any trek in Nepal. All in all, the sightseeing experience you will get during this trek is going to be one of the best, without any doubt.
It might be extensive to talk about the thrilling exploration and adventure aspect of the trek but it can’t be helped, especially when it’s ubiquitous throughout the trek. Traversing the bucolic villages dotted all along the trail, relishing the pristine nature and wildlife of Annapurna Conservation Area, enjoying the mesmerizing panoramic view of Annapurna, Machhapuchhare, Hiunchuli and other adjacent peaks, navigating through the valley with pristine nature and unalloyed beauty that will unite anyone’s heart with nature assures unparalleled adventure and exploration.
This ultimate trek is an ultimate exploration of the Annapurna Region, it is a thrilling adventure that will surely be a conversation starter, a tale to tell at family dinner, and a memory to last till your last breath. So be assured of the exhilarating exploration and adventure.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderately difficult trek. Trekkers will have to walk about 6-7 hours per day normally. The trail has long climbs, steep descents, and at some places icy sections. Though no technical experience or skill is required for the trek, previous hiking experience is beneficial. Hikers who can walk 6-7 hours each day with a light backpack can do this trek. So, trekkers need to be reasonably fit since trekking in high altitudes is physically quite demanding.
The more fit you are, the more you will enjoy the trek. With a positive attitude and self-confidence together with good health and normal physical fitness, anyone can easily accomplish this trek. Those with pre-existing are requested to inform Breakfree Adventures first.
For trek preparation, you can go for a daily walk, run, and jog about two or three months before your trek date is recommended. We request you to do cardiovascular exercises that increase efficient optimization of your body, which is a key thing to not get altitude sickness during the trek. Climbing up and down stairs is also suggested since the trek involves ascends and descends.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderately difficult trek. Hiking in lower altitudes comprises 5-6 hours of walking with a periodical break, during this break, you can kill your fatigue and soak in the natural beauty of the trail. We require our trekkers to be able to walk for 5-6 hours daily with some rest in between, ascending and descending throughout the trail.
To accomplish this trek, past trekking experience is beneficial, however you do not need any technical experience or skill.
Trekkers who can hike at a reasonable tempo for 6 to 7 hours each day can complete this trek. Some specific days might require longer walking hours. So, you ought to be fit as trekking at higher altitudes is highly demanding.
The more fit you are, the more you will enjoy the trekking. If you are physically fit with good preparation, have a positive mindset, and have self-confidence, you can accomplish the trek with no difficulties.
Participants with pre-existing medical conditions must tell us before booking the trek.
While trekking at a higher altitude, it is important to acclimatize our body to the new environment with a rarefied atmosphere. Failing to do so can lead to altitude sickness, which can be fatal if not addressed immediately. But in Annapurna Base Camp Trek, we don’t need to have a separate acclimatization day. Except for the day hike from Dovan to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, the elevation gain is not significant on other days during Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Mountain sickness often starts from an elevation of 3,500m/11,482ft. Our experienced trekking leaders and guides use oximeters to monitor your oxygen degree for early detection of altitude illness.
We will spend less time in altitudes above 3500 meters or 11,482 feet, to be exact we will be spending less than 30 hours. So, a separate acclimatization day is not essential while doing ABC Trek. Our guides will enervate any difficulties you might face during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. We request our trekkers to hydrate and eat properly during the trekking.
Altitude illness in high mountain journeys is a common trouble, however, it is preventable and wishes instantaneous remedy. However, if you fail to identify symptoms of altitude sickness, it can get severe. Some symptoms of altitude sickness are; headache, loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, feeling or being sick, and feeling exhausted. If you experience any of these symptoms we request immediately inform our guides.
Why with Breakfree Adventures?
Numerous agencies are operating Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It’s plausible to ask, why trek with Breakfree Adventures, what do we offer that other operators don’t? These questions need to be answered so that we make it clear to our clients that we stand out in this competitive market.
Apart from the exploration of natural wonders provided by the Everest region, embarking on this ultimate Helicopter tour with Breakfree Adventures will allow you to have a stress-free touring experience. Breakfree Adventures will be dealing with arrangements and possible issues that might occur during the helicopter tour. Our experienced guides, cognizant of the terrain and all its adversities will address any of your queries regarding the geography, history, and the whole helicopter tour.
We at Breakfree Adventures are always on our marks to resolve your questions regarding the service we provide. Our responsive communication team will reach out to you as soon as possible with answers if not immediately. Breakfree Adventures has been successfully able to established as a name to be reckoned with in this industry. With over 15 years of experience in satisfying clients with travel and tour services, we are more eager than ever to serve more clients. You can find us at Trip Advisor and see for yourself reviews left by the invaluable clients we have served here and decide by yourself.
Welcome to the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu, the land of pure mysticism and spirituality. The capital, Kathmandu also known as the “city of temples”, is in itself a historical and cultural chronicle that encapsulates the civil evolution of the people of the region.
Our representative will welcome you at the airport and chauffer you to the designated Hotel. For early arrivals, after getting fresh if interested you can explore around the city or else you can rest and relax to recover from jetlag. In the evening you can go shopping for Trekking gear and other essentials at Thamel.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
You can either take a flight to Pokhara or by bus/private vehicle. The flight is about 25 to 30 minutes whereas overland drive is about 6 to 7 hours.
The flight to Pokhara will allow you to witness the beautiful scenery of the treacherous hilly geography of Nepal. On the northern side, you will get beautiful scenery of mountain walls. The rivers and streams flowing below you will mesmerize you and give you a chance to admire nature and its prowess.
Going overland it will take you roughly 6-7 hours, you will get to witness the beautiful scenery of the surrounding hilly topography and drive past through roaring rivers of Trishuli and Marshyangdi, small villages, highway eateries, etc.
Upon reaching Pokhara, you will be checked in at a hotel for the night. Pokhara is a stunning valley known for numerous lakes – like Phewa, Begnas etc and you can also catch glimpses of mountains like Annapurna (8,091m/26,545ft), Machapuchare (6,993m/22,942ft), Dhaulagiri (8,169m/26,801ft), Manaslu (8,156m/26,758ft), and Lamjung Himal (6,983m/22,910ft). Pokhara is a traveler’s paradise with all the amenities imparting all comforts. We encourage you to explore Pokhara to experience exclusive cultures and visit various natural and cultural sights. You can roam around the lakeside city of Pokhara and enjoy the vivid nightlife of this beautiful city as well or else you can rest in your hotel room and get ready for the next day’s trek.
Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.
After a hearty breakfast, we will drive to Nayapul from Pokhara, the trek’s starting point.
From Nayapul we will trek to Ghandruk which is at a distance of about 9.6 Km or 5.9 miles and takes 5-6 hours. You will hike up a slightly steep gradient. Along the way, you will be offered some of the most magnificent views of the Annapurna massif including Machhapuchhre. Upon arrival at Ghandruk, check in at your lodge. You can take a short walk around this beautiful village, mostly inhabited by the Gurung Community. The culture and tradition of the Gurung community will not fail to astonish you. There is also a Gurung village museum as well where you can adorn yourself with Gurung Attire.
Overnight at Lodge in Ghandruk.
Today we start the day in Ghandruk, we will have breakfast watching the surrounding mountain vistas getting sunkissed. Then you start the trek to Chhomrung. The trail ascends for an hour to Ghandrukkot and then down to Kimron Khola. Here onwards you need to hike the steep trail right to Chhomrung (2,170m/7,119ft). En route, you will spot peaks like Annapurna South, and Machhapuchhre. The verdant forest, peaceful environment, constant gushing sound of the river, and chirping sounds of birds will amalgamate your soul with nature. Chhomrung is a small hamlet below the gigantic Annapurna.
Overnight at Lodge in Chhomrong.
We will start your hike for Dovan today after breakfast. You will take the path along the Modi Khola, after which you start slowly climbing up the forested slopes. You will then have to cross a suspension bridge and move down to Sinuwa Danda. After passing Sinuwa Danda, you hike to Khuldighar through a dense Rhododendron Forest. If you embark on this hike during spring you will get to witness the red color of Rhododendron trounce over the green of the forest. You finally get to Doven after crossing a slop of stones into a thick bamboo groove and rhododendron forest, where we stop for the night.
Overnight at Lodge in Dovan.
The hike today is to the base camp of Mt. Machhapuchhre (3,700m/12,139ft). First, you need to slightly descend following a path above a river and a thick forest where you cross two streams and then through some lonely places with wonderful sceneries during which if you are lucky, you might come across rare and exotic animals like deer, snow leopards etc only found in this region. Later on, it is a climb to Hinko cave and then begins descending to Deurali. Going further we will reach Bagar where the path takes you to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC). The beauty of this trail will connect your soul to nature and surrounding landscapes. From the base camp, get amazing views of Machhapuchhare, Mount Annapurna, Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, and others.
Overnight at Lodge in Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
Finally, it’s a hike to Annapurna Base Camp which should be about 3 hours walking. Upon reaching the Annapurna Base Camp enjoy the 360-degree majestic view of mountain vistas up close. After spending some time at the base camp, you will hike back to Dovan witnessing some of the best mountain and glacial sceneries.
Overnight at Lodge in Dovan.
Today trekker will retrace their steps to Jhinu (1,760m/5,774ft). The path takes you uphill over stone steps to a ridge before getting to Sinuwa and then goes down till you reach Chhomrung, hiking further ahead, you reach Jhinu for the night’s stay.
Overnight at Lodge in Jhinu.
After breakfast, trekkers will follow the trail towards Nayapul for about 6 hours from Jhinu. Nayapul is the destination where the enthralling Annapurna Base Camp Trek concludes.
At Nayapul, a vehicle will be waiting for the trekking party to arrive. Trekkers will get on the vehicle which will drive them to Pokhara.
In Pokhara, you will be checked in at a hotel where you can rest your bags. The rest of the time you can either rest/relax or explore the beautiful city.
Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.
Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus or private vehicle tracing the same route back to Kathmandu and enjoying the sceneries along the way. You can also take a flight and avoid unnecessary traffic jams that you might encounter while on the road. At Kathmandu check-in hotel.
In the evening, we will host you for a farewell dinner at one of the authentic Nepali restaurants with the staff of the company.
Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
We also operated private trips.
While trekking in the Himalayas weather is the crucial factor and the same applies to trekking from Pokhara to Annapurna base camp. To have the ultimate trekking experience of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, the best time to trek is essential, embarking on this legendary trail during the wrong time of the year can spoil all the adventure and fun of the trek. Though the trek can be done around the year, the best time to trek Annapurna Base Camp is spring (Mar-May) and autumn (Mid-Sep to Mid-Nov) seasons. But for any adventure enthusiast, the ABC trek can be done in winter or monsoon as well.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek in March-May (Spring)
Spring (March-May) is one of the most suitable times for the Annapurna Base Camp trek. The climate is mild with low rainfall making this season the perfect time for trekking to Annapurna Base Camp. The daily temperature will be between 10 to 0°C. Lower regions are even warmer.
From mid-March, up to mid-May, the temperature starts to rise. The weather is cool in spring with clear skies and the clearest mountain views. Trek routes are filled with red, pink, and white rhododendron flowers.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek from June to August (summer)
Summer in Nepal is from June to August which is also the monsoon. Temperature is high in the mountains but the rain makes the trails wet and slippery. Day temperatures normally range from 10°C to 23°C and get comparatively colder at night (5°C to 10°C). Mornings are often clear and in summer, vegetation blooms with lush views which you cannot catch in other seasons.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek from September to November (autumn)
September, October, and November is the autumn season in Nepal. It’s another great season to trek like in spring. Weather will be moderate temperatures, mild wind, and low precipitation. The sun will be shining brightly with clear skies and give you clear mountain views. By September monsoon will be over and it will be from mild to warm days. Daytime temperatures can reach up to 20°C in high altitudes. Nights are colder with temperatures around 5°C.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek from December to February (winter)
December to February is considered winter in Nepal, during this time temperatures in the ABC region are cold often below freezing point. Adventurous trekkers can consider winter a good time to trek. Temperature can get as low as -10°C at Annapurna Base Camp. The skies are usually clear, and there will be plenty of sunshine during the day so the daytime will be warm. Despite being winter, the skies are normally clear with a perfect view of the snow-capped mountains. The trails will also be less crowded in winter.
Temperature varies from month to month during Annapurna Base Camp Trek which are;
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is done in the high-altitude region inside the high Himalayas, so you need lots of nutritious meals. You may get plenty of nourishing food in trek regions, but you will now not have as many alternatives as in cities like Kathmandu or Pokhara.
A number of the famous menu objects are –
The menu items in trek regions consist of – Asian, and Western delicacies, however as we pass up, the menu gets shorter and shorter.
We especially suggest you consume fresh vegetables and take liquids which include – green tea, lemon tea, hot lemon, ginger tea, and garlic soup (have to) at high altitudes.
Though plenty of non-veg objects can be available in the Annapurna region, we suggest you keep away from them for hygiene concerns, especially meat products. Furthermore, we also encourage you to avoid dairy items, cheese objects, alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items, and warm sweets.
We organize private treks in addition to non-private treks/group join-in treks. Group discounts are based on your group size. The bigger your group is, the extra discount you will get.
We can organize any size of the group. Each group has a set of trek guides and an assistant guide for a group of more than eleven trekkers.
We’ve designed our itineraries so you don’t get altitude sickness with enough time for acclimatization and gradual ascents. As a precaution, we additionally suggest you to drink lots of water. But, you need not worry about altitude illness, as our team looks after your health and suggests ways to take precautions. In case of extreme sickness, the best effective treatment is to descend immediately.
Each day will offer you a unique hiking revel that consists of- breathtaking views of surrounding mountains, hills, and landscapes, you will come across with beautiful waterfalls crossing the roads, you will see roaring rivers and streams, you will get to socialize with likeminded adventurers, and exploring the villages where you spend the night. You cannot resist taking pictures of the beauty that surrounds you. During the trek, our qualified trek guide will share facts and information about the locations as you trek.
Our porters will bring most of your bags, however you may want to hold a small day bag pack for your valuables.
In the morning after breakfast, we start on that day’s walk around 7 AM to eight AM, considering the period and nature of the trek day. After trekking for three to 4 hours, we can have lunch for about an hour and after relaxation continue the journey.
The afternoon hike is normally shorter – about 3 hours depending upon the location. After you reach your overnight lodge/tea house, you will be served snacks at the lodges, and afterward, you are free to discover nearby locations.
You will be served dinner at around 6 PM to 7 PM. After dinner, you get time for pleasant conversations. The trek guide will brief you about the next-day plan. After the briefing, you may want to socialize with group members or strangers, play on-board games like Monopoly, and cards, or go to room for rest to be prepared for the next day’s trek.
The communication is done mostly through cell phones. The internet provided at the lodges may not perform well, because of the remoteness of the location.
Our office will communicate with all our precious clients via our trek leader at least once a day through, WhatsApp, Telephone, Messenger, etc. whatever way possible, to make certain that our clients are satisfied, in good health, secure, and enjoying their trek.
Depending on the network you use, you might get a few mobile signals on your way, however, there may not be good network reception at high altitudes. Generally, you may get a wi-fi connection on all lodges you’ll be staying at.
The trekkers are themselves liable for food in Kathmandu. You can without difficulty visit many pubs, and restaurants located in the Thamel area serving a wide range of foods from Nepali, Indian, and Asian to cuisine. If you wish then you can have your lunch or dinner at the same hotel you are staying in.
Further other expenses include paying for the visa for Nepal (USD30 per person), and a travel insurance policy purchase. During the trek, extra expenses for purchasing items such as alcoholic beverages, beers, snacks for the trek, hot and bloodless beverages, souvenirs, and many others might be incurred. We suggest our clients bring USD and change it to Nepali Rupees in Kathmandu at the many government-authorized money exchange counters located on almost every corner of Thamel.
A recharging camera or your mobile phone is available at an additional cost in all lodges on the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail. For drinking water during the duration of the trek, you can either purchase packed mineral water on your way (which is priced way too much than in Kathmandu or other cities) or you can purify the tap water with water purifying tablets. These purifying tablets can be bought in Kathmandu.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is done at a high altitude, so there is a chance of bad weather conditions, altitude sickness and different unforeseen activities like landslides.
So, travel insurance is obligatory for the trek. All trekkers ought to offer a replica of their complete travel insurance coverage certificates to us earlier than beginning the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The policy must cover medical and emergency repatriation as helicopter rescue and evacuation costs at high altitudes.
We advise all fellow trekkers to read the terms and conditions properly of the insurance and make sure the insurance covers rescue, evacuations, and other mishaps that can happen in higher altitudes as well.
We will able to propose for coverage corporations primarily based on our client’s revel in, however, we do not sell travel insurance.
All trekkers have to send their detailed insurance records to us after trek booking. In case of emergencies, we will use your insurance policy and detailed insurance records for a quick and effective rescue operation.
We prioritize the safety of our trekkers more than anything. Our skilled guides who are familiar with all the nooks and corners of the trail will accompany you, they are well equipped with skills that are needed to traverse through this strenuous trek and tackle any adversities that our trekking group might encounter. If there are any protection concerns, we can also customize your itinerary to ensure your satisfaction.
You’ll additionally have some free time to explore on your own once we accomplish the day’s trek. So, for the duration of that free time, you could discover for your very own.
But make sure, to not go far away from the guide. Besides our staff team, don’t give your belongings to hold. Also, don’t let strangers guide you through the trail, and don’t get separated from the group.
We strongly recommend you hold your vital documents and valuable gadgets with you competently. You may also need a neck wallet or a cash belt to ensure their safety. Hotels we use in cities have a deposit container with a lock, which is safer and easier to store your valuables.
Even though you may have a porter to carry your duffel bag, we suggest you maintain your important documents with you and carry them yourself. At the same time as sharing rooms in guesthouses, keep your essential things closer to you and in a secure location.
Please make sure that the insurance organization covers the price incurred for mountain rescue at the best trek elevations along with medical costs.
All foreigners, besides Indians, require a visa to enter Nepal. Visa is to be had on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, and you may increase your visa at the valuable immigration office. Click here to understand more about tourist visas in Nepal.
The visa application would require a passport legitimate for at least 6- months and a passport-length photograph. The present-day visa rate costs USD30 for 15 days, which you need to pay in cash (Please bring the exact change of USD30 per person) on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport. Citizens of China and the SAARC nations will acquire a loose visa.
A few countries – Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, and Afghanistan- may not get hold of an on-arrival visa. In case you are from those international locations, you should contact your local Nepalese embassy.
Nepali Rupees (NPR/Rs)
(USD 1 = NPR/Rs 132) at present (Subject to change)
You can exchange foreign currencies via the nearest banks and valid money exchange counters in Thamel, and also you can alternate small quantities of cash in hotels.
The simplest one hundred and 2000 Indian Rupee notes are legal in Nepal. You may also withdraw cash (in Nepali Rupees only) from one of the many ATMs in Kathmandu and other major cities.
Several ATMs in Kathmandu are open around the clock. In case you are using a foreign card – the most withdrawn quantity is 35,000 Rupees for a 500 Rupees processing fee. If you use Credit Cards provided to you by your banking partner, for exchanging foreign currency, you might get charged a processing fee of approximately four percent or more. Credit cards (Mastercard, Visa & American Express) are accepted at major hotels, shops and restaurants.
The chances of finding a bank along the trekking trail are near null, so we encourage you to exchange foreign currency or withdraw enough money in Kathmandu. With enough Nepali Rupees cash on your hand, you can easily pay for the services and goods almost everywhere.
Our motto is to relish the natural beauty, indulge ourselves with the adventure of geographical adversity, enjoy hiking at the highest locations in the world, and leave only footprints behind. We are a sustainable tourism and eco-friendly trekking company.
We work collectively with the Kathmandu Environmental Education Mission (KEEP) and organize eco-friendly treks that meet the expectancies of each vacationer as well as the communities residing in the trekking areas all over Nepal.
Tipping is at your discretion and should be primarily based on provider first-rate. In the Nepali lifestyle, a tip is a familiar and venerated manner to say thanks (Dhanyabad) for a good provider.
Almost all of our guests offer tips on the last day of the trek. The tip amount is entirely a personal choice that may be more or less depending upon your perception of service quality, length of trip, accommodations used, food served, and appreciation of the guide and porters’ work.
We are a government-legal, registered, and certified hiking and traveling operator in Nepal. We are also members of the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN), and Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA).
Before booking the tour, we require 15 percent of the fee in advance as a deposit which can be sent via credit card payment (an extra 3.5 percent applicable as a bank fee). You could send us vital files like passport copies, travel insurance copies, and arrival and departure flights to/from Kathmandu. The closing balance of your tour can be paid in cash or credit card whilst you arrive in Nepal.
It’s far best to book earlier, but if you are not able to accomplish that we have a unique provision for a last-minute booking. In the case of last-minute booking, we ought to acquire 100% percent trip payment 24 hours earlier than the trek departs. We do our best to operate the Annapurna Base Camp trek for you at any time. But, understand that there are probably delays due to events beyond our control.
Contact us at +977- 9851014557 (Bharat Sapkota) or e-mail us at [email protected]
After completing the trek, you may join other extra adventure activities for one day or more. There are numerous stunning and adventurous places in Nepal. You may spend your extras days in Kathmandu through various approaches, which include, the Everest Mountain flight, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Bhaktapur and Nagarkot day trip, Chitwan Jungle Safaris, 2 nights 3 days Chitwan jungle safari tour, Langtang Valley Trek, Trishuli River Rafting before flying back home.
After finishing the trek, we will organize a farewell dinner in the evening a day before you leave Nepal in Kathmandu. The Farwell Dinner will be at a Nepali Authentic Restaurant with a Nepali Cultural Show showcasing Nepalese culture and traditions with dance, and singing by dancers wearing different dresses of communities living in Nepal. At some point during the dinner, we shall gift you with a printed certificate citing your trek achievement and other goodies. We’d pretty admire it if you would give compliments and feedback (good or bad, we don’t mind) of the trek. This will help us improve our services for vacationers/trekkers coming to Nepal.
We suggest our customers add a few more days similarly to their trip duration so they do not omit their return flight. We propose our clients add 2 more days to keep away from any troubles with international flights.
In case of the occurrence of political and natural adversities like heavy rainfall, landslides, strikes, road-blocks, etc then we might have to delay the trip. Having extra days in hand will ensure that you will not miss the flight without completing the trek.
Please note: The Annapurna Base Camp Trek package includes fixed departure dates from Kathmandu and may be fitted to accommodate your specific requests and schedule. Please look into our special departure dates for your trek. If the date does not fit you, then let us organize a private trek for you.
The itinerary of Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a proposed itinerary; please be advised that it is probably essential to modify it because of external factors beyond our control – which include unstable climate, political strikes, blockades, traffic jams on the highway in between Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu, unavailability of accommodations, unforeseen governmental decrees, path, and ecological situations.
Our purpose is to give you the best trek experience of the Annapurna Base Camp trek. However, because of the character of the trek, we are now and again compelled to make a slight change in the itinerary. It can be due to bad weather or any other unexpected circumstances. The itinerary is well planned and glued; however, it additionally has some bendy areas. Therefore, we additionally count on our guests to be flexible for a few greater days in Nepal.
