14-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with Poon Hill

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What's Included

• Airport transfers
• 3-night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
• Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu as per the itinerary
• 8-night accommodation in lodges/tea houses during the trek
• Meals during the trek with hot tea or coffee for breakfast (13 breakfasts, nine lunches, and nine dinners)
• Annapurna conservation entry and TIMS permit
• 2-night hotel in Pokhara with breakfast
• Ground transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus
• An experienced guide and porters (1 porter for two people)
• Arrangement of emergency helicopter service, which your travel insurance company will pay
• Sleeping bag and down jackets if necessary (returnable after the trek)

Not Included

• Nepal entry visa fee
• Travel insurance (compulsory)
• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• International airfare to and from Nepal
• Tips for the guide, porter, and driver
• Any other expenses not mentioned in the included section

Itinerary

1. 1
   Day 01

   Arrival in Kathmandu and Hotel Transfer

   Our airport representative will greet you on arrival and remain on standby to pick you up. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Your evening is free.

2. 2
   Day 02

   Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour

   After breakfast at the hotel, we will take you on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley. A professional tour guide will escort you as you visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bouddhanath Stupa. After the tour, we will return to the hotel, and you will have some time to shop for your trekking equipment.

3. 3
   Day 03

   Scenic Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

   We drive along the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi Rivers to reach Pokhara. It is a very pleasant drive as we pass beautiful rivers that are also suitable for rafting. Along the way, we will view Ganesh Himal and Manaslu Peak. Pokhara is a tourist's paradise, full of natural and cultural heritage sites. These include lakes, caves, temples of Buddhists and Hindus, and lovely mountains. After about 6 hours of driving, we will arrive in Pokhara Lake. Welcome to this beautiful town of serene lakes that gives so much meaning to your holidays.

4. 4
   Day 04

   Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedunga

   After breakfast at the hotel, we shall drive to Nayapul, which takes approximately one and a half hours. We then begin the first part of our hike to Tikhedunga (1577 m) via Birethanti (1065 m). This section of the trek is a fairly easy, mostly flat hike. We pass through several small, lively villages and settlements. After some time, we will ascend gently to the day's final destination.

5. 5
   Day 05

   Trek through Ulleri to Ghorepani

   We start our trek after having breakfast at the guest house. We ascend steeply for the first 2 hours. Then, we continue with a gentler ascent, passing through Ulleri (2070 m) and Banthanti. This path offers breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997 m), Hiunchuli (6441 m), and the grand Annapurna South (7219 m) along the way. Our trail then becomes relatively easygoing as we pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amid the cackling of birds. This creates a wonderful feeling as we continue the gentle ascent to the final camp.

6. 6
   Day 06

   Poon Hill Sunrise and Trek to Tadapani

   Today, we hike to Poon Hill (3232 m) to enjoy sunrise views over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Tukuche Peak (6920 m), Nilgiri (6940 m), Varaha Shikhar (7847 m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Annapurna III (7855 m), Machhapuchhare (6993 m), Annapurna IV (7525 m), Annapurna II (7937 m), Lamjung Himal (6931 m), and many other snowcapped mountains in the morning. Poon Hill has always been a symbol of beauty for the Annapurna region. We then hike down to Ghorepani and have a hot breakfast at our lodge. After breakfast, we trek to Tadapani (2650 m). Most of the trail passes through blooming rhododendron forest. The beautiful flowers make the jungle colorful in spring when they bloom.

7. 7
   Day 07

   Forest Trails to Chomrong

   We will start trekking from the lodge after breakfast. We will enjoy our hike as we descend gently through rhododendron, oak, and other dense forests. We will hear the chirping of different types of birds on the way to Kimrung Khola. Then, we shall ascend steeply straight away. We will walk on a fairly level trail for 45 minutes, with some gentle steep sections in between. Finally, we reach Chomrong, the gateway to Annapurna Base Camp. Chomrong is a village situated at the base of the Himalchuli.

8. 8
   Day 08

   Chhomrong to Himalaya via Bamboo and Dovan

   We start our trek after having a hot breakfast at the lodge. For the first 1.5 hours, the trail descends on a stone stairway. It then crosses the Chhomrong Khola on a suspension bridge. After that, the trail climbs out of the side valley. High above the Modi Khola on its west bank, the route passes through bamboo, rhododendron, and oak forests. Climbing further on a rocky path, we will reach Sinuwa at 2350 m. We then trek gently through the forest and descend a long, steep stone staircase into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests. This leads us to Bamboo, and from there we walk gently toward Dovan and Himalaya.

9. 9
   Day 09

   Trek into the Annapurna Sanctuary to Base Camp

   We start our trek after having breakfast at the lodge. The valley widens and becomes less steep, and from here you can see the gates to the sanctuary. As the trail continues into the sanctum, it crosses two avalanche tracks on a narrow path that climbs up against the cliffs. After a short trek, we will arrive at Bagar (3310 m), a green meadow with abandoned hotels. The typical trail follows the left side of the valley. The path continues through alpine meadows, and our trail rises gently after some distance. After a short trek, we begin to approach Annapurna Base Camp at 4170 m. Congratulations - you have now reached Annapurna Base Camp, our holiday destination.

10. 10
    Day 10

    Explore Base Camp and Descend to Dovan

    After breakfast at the guest house, we will visit the base camp and enjoy the surrounding views. The Himalayan scenery from the base camp is fantastic. Then, we will start trekking back to Dovan, which takes about six hours. It is much easier as we go down. You should be fine reaching Sinuwa from Annapurna Base Camp in a single day. However, we have chosen this route because some trekkers may have problems going down due to shaking or wobbling legs caused by fatigue.

11. 11
    Day 11

    Descend to Jhinudanda and Hot Springs

    After having breakfast at the lodge, we start to walk. The path descends to Bamboo, passing through forests with varieties of rhododendrons, oaks, and bamboo plants. After Bamboo, the trail climbs steeply for an hour and is relatively flat until Sinuwa. We then trek gradually down to the Chhumrong Khola and follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhumrong. The last part of the trail is steeply downhill to Jhinudanda. We will settle into our rooms at the guest house, and then we can go to the hot springs to take a refreshing bath in the warm natural waters.

12. 12
    Day 12

    Trek to Nayapul and Drive Back to Pokhara

    After having breakfast at the hotel, we start our trek. The first part of the trek is downhill and then continues across flat land until Birethati. We will stop at Birethati for lunch. After walking about 30 minutes to Nayapul, our car or van will be waiting to take us back to civilization - Pokhara, the city of lakes and natural wonders.

13. 13
    Day 13

    Tourist Bus Journey from Pokhara to Kathmandu

    We take a tourist bus at 7 AM after breakfast to drive to Kathmandu. The drive will be a fantastic experience as we pass many satellite towns along the way. We can see rural settlements, gushing rivers, terraces, and green rural landscapes. After about 6 hours of driving, we will arrive in Kathmandu.

14. 14
    Day 14

    Departure Transfer to the Airport

    You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home. We have taken pleasure in serving you throughout these weeks. You counted on us, and we did not let you down because we know how hard you have worked to enjoy this holiday.

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