Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is a legendary and classic trek with a perfect blend of nature

and cultural exploration. The route to Annapurna Base Camp passes through tranquil
landscapes, warm and welcoming Gurung and Magar villages, blossoming Rhododendron,
bamboo and alpine forests.
The Annapurna Base camp trekking provides- Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna Ist
(8091m) Mt. Manaslu (8163 m), Mt. Nilgiri (7041m), Mt. Fishtail also called Mt.
Machhapuchhare (6998m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6986m) etc.
The annapurna base camp trek also passes through Ghorepani Poon Hill, which is known for its
sunrise view and mountain vista. Mount Dhaulagiri, the Annapurna Range and Mount
Machhapuchhre also come into sight from this point. We will also encounter a natural hot
spring near Jhinu Danda. Locals believe that the waters have a healing quality that ease away
your aches and pains.
The locals we will encounter in Annapurna Base Camp Trek Route are of mixed ethnic groups;
there are Brahmans, Chhetris, Mongoloid, Gurung, and Magar people fairly distributed among
the entire region. However, Gurungs and Magars make up the larger portion of the residents.
You must seize this opportunity to explore and learn the culture, tradition and lifestyle of these
residents.
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek starts and ends in Pokhara second biggest city and naturally
blessed place to relax after the big hike in Annapurna. This trek is a must experience for all kinds
of trekkers.
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Highlights
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Walk around Phewa Lake

Sunrise view from Poon hill (3210m)
View of Mt Machhapurchhre and Annapurna I
Eye-catching waterfalls and Modi Khola river
Beautiful terraces with rice field and farm house.
Friendly Gurung people and their hospitality

Day 1: Kathmandu Pokhara

We will drive, from Kathmandu, for about 6-7 hours until we reach Pokhara. It is a romantic
drive through the scenic beauty of terraced rice field, beautiful landscape, Trisuli and
Marsyangdi Rivers and spectacular view of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Lamjung Himal and most
of the Annapurna Himalayan Range. You will have the rest of the day free to yourself to explore
Pokhara as you please. We will spend the night in Pokhara.
Day 2: Pokhara- Phedi Tolka

We will head towards Phedi from Pokhara. This village offers a mesmerizing view of Annapurna
South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. We will trek
from Phedi to Tolkha via Landruk. The descending path leads to a bridge over Modi Khola.
From here, an uphill route will take us to Landruk before we reach Tolkha- a Gurung village
with a magnificent view point for sunset. Overnight in Tolkha.

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Day 3: Tolka- Chhomrong:

On this day, we will trek for about 7-8 hours towards Chhomrong. The trail heads towards
Landrung through oak forests, terraced fields, and pretty villages. We will then head towards
Jhinudanda where we will relax in the hot spring of Modi River. Chhomrong provides
spectacular views of Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Fishtail. Overnight in Chhomrong in a
lodge.
Day 4: Chhomrong Bamboo

The trail descends to Chhomrung Khola and then ascends uphill to Sinuwa. It further passes
through rhododendron forest to Kuldi. The trek will enter the upper Modikhola valley. There
are only a couple of lodges in the Bamboo and most of them open only during high season.
Overnight in Bamboo.
Day 5: Bamboo- Himalayan Hotel-Deurali

The trail climbs through rhododendron forest to Dovan. This stretch of the trail passes several
avalanche chutes. We will then pass through Himalayan Hotel before we reach Deurali. Deurali
offers a closer view of the Annapurna Range and Mt. Machhapuchhare. We will spend the night
in Deurali.
Day 6: Deurali to Machhapuchhare Base camp

We will trek towards Machhapuchhare Base Camp from Deurali on this day. This destination is
not really a base camp for climbing the mountain is not permitted. The accommodation service
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available here is also limited. There is a high probability to experience discomfort due to the
changing altitude in this region. We will spend the night in Machhapuchhare Base Camp.
Day 7: Machhapuchhare Base camp Annapurna Base Camp

The trail leads you uphill to Annapurna base camp and it will take 3 hours to reach here. This
region is a spectacular viewpoint of the glistening Annapurna Range. We will explore the county
and savor the rare scenic beauty of this region. We will spend the night in Annapurna Base
Camp.
Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp Himalayan Hotel -Chhomrong

On this day, we will collect our belonging and head towards Chhomrong. The trail first heads
towards the village of Deurali. Through Bamboo, we will then reach Sinuwa. The route passes
through Rhododendron forest and Himalayan Bamboo and then descends downhill to
Chhomrung Khola. Climbing up stairs made up of stones will lead us to Chhomrung village
wherein we will be spending the night.
Day 9: Chhomrong to Tadapani

The route to Tadapani from Chhomrong goes through a jungle and several Gurung villages. We
can see an excellent view of Mt. Machhapuchare (Fishtail) and the narrow canyon of the
Annapurna Sanctuary along the journey. It will take us about 4-5 hours to read Tadapani. We
will spend the rest of the day exploring Tadapani and spend the night there.
Day 10: Tadapani to Ghorepani

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The trek from Tadapani to Ghorepani is about 5-7 hrs. Ghorepani Poon is a viewpoint of a
magnificent Sun-rise and Mountain peaks. We will spend the night in Ghorepani.
Day 11: Ghorepani-Poon Hill Tirkhedhunga

The trail to Tikhedhunga passes through a pleasant and blossoming Rhododendron forest. We
will also come across Ulleri Village. It will take us about 5-6hrs to reach Tirkhedunga from
Ghorepani. We will spend the night in Tirkheunga.
Day 12: Tirkhedhunga to Nayapul to Pokhara

This is the final day of trekking. We will trek from Tirkhedunga to Nayapul for bout 3-4 hours.
From Nayapul we will drive to Pokhara. Once we reach Pokhara we will check into a hotel. You
can spend the rest of the day exploring the beautiful city of Pokhara. A walk along the shore of
the Few-Taal (lake) is a relaxing experience. We will spend the night in Pokhara.
Day 13: Pokhara Kathmandu

We will leave early on this morning to Kathmandu. The 7hrs drive is romantic through green
hills, deep valleys, Trisuli River and spectacular views of some of the peaks. Upon our arrival in
Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel and rest of the day rest or explore the
surrounding areas.
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