Annapurna Base Camp Trekking - 10 Days
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking - 10 Days
10 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a an exciting journey that harmoniously incorporates all the features and attributes of Annapurna Conservation Area to offer short trekking experience for travelers who are short on time.
ABC Trek -10 Days is one of the most eccentric yet common trekking destination in mid-western Himalaya of Nepal. Annapurna Base Camp lures thousands of trekkers to enjoy its astounding blend of nature and Himalayan culture. The trekking route offers the grand scenery of ice giants like Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, & IV, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Machhapuchhre and numbers of other peaks.
The magical forest, rocky trail, glacial rivers, cultural villages and beautiful pasture make this one of the best trek in Himalaya. The good thing is; it takes just 10 days to complete the entire trek. Equally popular Everest Base Camp Trek takes at least 14 days and is very expensive compared to Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Annapurna Base Camp nestles at 4,130m; so acclimatization is the major factor. Annapurna Base camp trek 10 Days itinerary ensures proper acclimatization by limiting gain in daily altitude. The trek, however is easy, and can be accomplished by anyone reasonably fit.
Nepal 10 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek goes through picturesque villages and discover their unique culture and tradition. We will stay at local tea-house which allows firsthand experience of daily their daily lifestyle. The region is per-dominantly inhabited by Tibet-Ber mo group – Magar and Gurung. There are known for their bravery in British Gurkha Regiment.
What to Expect during Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
We walk between 5 – 7 hours a day – the trek duration depends on the pace. Remember the trek comprises numbers of ups and downs and some flat. At some point, you have negotiate with lots of stairs.
The level of difficulty on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek isn’t too bad and the route we follow on itinerary offers plenty of time to rest when needed. You can use hiking poles to help relieve you joints while up and down on mountain.
You will have limited selection of tea house and hotels on the trail. Though the accommodation is basic, you will feel comfortable and the beds are planned on twin-sharing basis.
Almost every tea house on the trail have access to boiled purified drinking water, bottle of water and hot water. Per liter water costs Rs.50 – 500; it depends where you are. Cold shower is free but we recommend you to take hot water shower as it is extremely cold up there. The price range between Rs.100 – 500 per head.
Like you accommodation, the food choices are also limited. We suggest you have the authentic Nepali cuisine – Daal Bhaat & Tarkari which is filly and offer healthy calorie. However, there are some choices of common international foods like Pasta, Noodles soup, Mo Mo, Pizaa etc.
Highlights of Annapurna Base Camp Trek
- Stunning view of Panoramic Midwestern Himalayan range – Annapurna I, II, III & IV, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Machhapuchhre and more
- Diverse geography and vegetation – low subtropical, alpine and the arctic terrain
- Cultural mid hill villages with warm and hospitable locals
- Two Base Camp in single trek. You will visit both Annapurna Base Camp and Machhapuchhre Base Camp
- Beautiful forest endowed with marigold, rhododendron and other wildflowers
Annapurna Base Camp Trek -10 Days
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara 860 m. (220 k.m., 6 hours).
Day 03: Pokhara – Matque- By Jeep then Trek to Chomrong , Two Hour driver, 3 Hour Trek) (1951 m)
Day 04: Trek from Chomrong to Himalaya (2,920 m., 6 hours).
Day 05: Trek from Himalaya to ( ABC) Annapurna Base Camp (4, 095 m., 6 hours).
Day 06: Trek from Base Camp to Bamboo (2,050 m., 6 hours).
Day 07: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,700 m., 6 hours).
Day 08: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Matque, then take a ride to Pokhara (4-hour trek and 2-hour drive)
Day 09: Drive back to Kathmandu.
Day 10: Departure From Nepal
Packages we
provide:
Deluxe Package: -
Cost Includes:
- Private transportation, pick up
from the airport and drop off at the airport.
- During the trek, you would be
provided with all your standard meals, such as breakfast, lunch, and
dinner, as well as a cup of tea or coffee.
- 5-star hotel in Kathmandu and
Pokhara.
- Kathmandu, Bhaktapur City Tour.
- Tea house accommodations are
available during the trek.
- A sleeping bag, down
jacket, duffel bag, and trekking sticks will be provided (if you do not
have your own, to be returned after the trip).
- Two guides with a
personal potter (if necessary).
- Insurance for guide.
- First-aid supplies, medical
supplies such as an oximeter and a pulse meter checker and oxygen (if
needed).
- All ground transportation.
Cost Excludes:
- Alcohol, Energy drinks and other
Beverage (except mineral water) will not be provided.
- Personal Expenses, activities in
Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in hotels.
- Telephone, internet expenses.
- International airline fare.
- Visa is not
included: Visas can be easily obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan
International Airport.
Standard Package: -
Cost Includes:
- Private transportation, pick up
from the airport and drop off at the airport.
- During the trek, you would be
provided with all your standard meals, such as breakfast, lunch, and
dinner, as well as a cup of tea or coffee.
- 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and
Pokhara.
- Kathmandu, Bhaktapur City Tour.
- Tea house accommodations are
available during the trek.
- Guide and potters.
- Insurance for guide.
- Basic First-aid supplies.
Cost Excludes:
- Alcohol, Energy drinks and other
Beverage (except mineral water) will not be provided.
- Personal Expenses, activities in
Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in hotels.
- Telephone, internet expenses.
- International airline fare.
- Visa is not
included: Visas can be easily obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan
International Airport.
- A sleeping bag, down
jacket, duffel bag, and trekking sticks will be provided (if you do not
have your own, to be returned after the trip).
- City tours.