How long is Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

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The Annapurna Base Camp Trek trek takes 15 days to reach in destination however it totally depends on your itinerary and length of walking, Only want to go Annapurna Base Camp skip Gorepani Punhill Trek 8 days trekking too. We would like to say Annapurna Trekking 8 to 15 days There are very few trekking destinations which are combined with the unique and diverse landscapes and bring you so close to the lap of 7000-8000 meters snow-capped mountain in a very short period of time as Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the legendary and the classical trek and also one of the famous trekking destinations in the world. The trial of this trekking destination goes through the terraced field, blooms rhododendron and dense alpine and bamboo forest, diverse landscapes, through the picturesque village enrich with local culture, religion, arts and tradition, deep gorges, breathtaking scenery of waterfalls with the Annapurna range view from most of the place and time.

Mt Annapurna and it's Base Camp (4130 meters) is the incredible and eye-catching place of this trek with the majestic peaks of Annapurna I (8091 meters), Annapurna South (7219 meters) and Himchuli (6441 meters)

Normally Annapurna Base Trek The below-presented itinerary presented takes 15 days, starting from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal as well as the capital of cultural heritage. This valley offers you the different opportunity to explore the major cultural heritage listed in the UNESCO world heritage site like Hindu temple: Pashupatinath, Buddhist stupa: Swayambhunath, Boudhanath stupa, and city old palace: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Next morning we head to Pokhara (it about 5-6 hour drive from Pokhara). Pokhara is also known as the lake city of Nepal, you can enjoy the different adventure activities in this city like Paragliding, boating, bungee jumping, city sightseeing tour, rafting, and so on.

On the way to Gandruk-ABC Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek adventure walk starts from Nayapul (about 1-2 hour drive from Pokhara) and moving ahead to Ghorepani( the village enrich with local culture and tradition)and Poon Hill (the famous viewpoint which provides the gorgeous views of Mt Annapurna, Mt Dhaulagiri, Mt Manaslu and few other) from Ghorepani we move ahead to Chomrong and entering to the Modi Khola Valley which leads to the Base Camp. Nayapul - Ghorepani - Ghandruk - Nayapul is also a famous route in this trekking destination. This trek can easily be done by the children too. After making the beautiful experience of the Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Massif we return via Jhinu Danda and give your tired muscles a well-deserved rest in the delight hot spring. While returning you can visit one of the Gurung villages of Ghandruk, this village is very charming and the cultural enrich. You can enjoy the unique cultural program and experience the warm hospitality of people of the village.

 The lodge and tea house in the Annapurna Region Trekking are well equipped with the menu range from local Nepali food (rice with lentils) to pizza, MoMo, and Chau Mein. Hot shower is easily available. The picking season to trek in Annapurna Region is March-July and  September- Mid December because you can make the beautiful experience and memorable, you can enjoy and if you are planning to trek in the winter months please check with the travel agency to confirm whether the lodge is open or not.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek region has good food and accommodation facilities. Between Machhapuchre Base Camp and Himalayan Hotel, there is a high risk of avalanches so make sure that you will keep the latest information on the trial before hiring the guide and trekking agency.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek can be easily done independently because the route of the trekking trail is not very difficult and also it is possible to trek Annapurna Base Camp in all season, however, in winter the trial can be blocked by the snow and the base camp can be closed due to the high snow-level but in spring season there is less chance of snow-fall and other natural disasters.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Daily Itinerary

Day 01:  Arrival at Kathmandu (1350m).

Day 02:  City sightseeing tour or free day.

Day 03:  Drive to Pokhara (900m).

Day 04:  Drive to Nayapul, hike to Tikhedunga (1,570m).

Day 05:  Hike to Ghorepani (2,840m).

Day 06:  Trek up to Poon Hill (3,210m), trek to Tadapani (2,610m).

Day 07:  Hike to Chhomrong (2,140m).

Day 08:  Hike to Dovan (2,310m).

Day 09:  Hike to Deurali (3,230m).

Day 10:  Hike to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m).

Day 11:  Sunrise view and trek down to Bamboo (2,340m).

Day 12:  Trek to Jhinu Danda (1,760m).

Day 13:  Trek to Nayapul, drive to Pokhara.

Day 14:  Drive back to Kathmandu, farewell dinner

Day 15:  Departure

ABC-Trail

Trip Facts

  • Duration: 15 days
  • Trip difficulty: moderate
  • Altitude: 4130 meters
  • Pick season:  March-July and September-December
  • Accommodation: teahouse and lodge
  • Starting/ending point: Nayapul
  • Trip cost: USD 1150

Annapurna Mountain Range View

Nepal Hiking Trek is one of the best local agents in Nepal which is working in this since 2015 AD and have around 10-years experiences in the trekking sector. We are organizing the day tour and adventure trip and trek in Nepal. The day tour includes the city sightseeing tour, adventure activities like bungee jumping, rafting, boating, paragliding whereas the adventure trip includes the long adventure trek like Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, Makalu, Mustang region trekking. We have an expert guide, they have trek all the trekking region, well familiar with local culture, lifestyle, remote area, religion, tradition and have all knowledge about the trekking area, well-trained, qualified and skill, will help you in every situation while trekking. You can make the memory and experience vacation trip by hiring Nepal Hiking Trek, we will handle your entire problem like making permit, ticketing, booking hotel and so on. So just relax and enjoy your trip. If you have any related question to ask about this please mail us: [email protected] 

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