Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Amazing trekking to Annapurna Base Camp has been waiting for exploring the hidden gems of the 10th highest peak in the world Annapurna (8091m). The journey embarks through the incredible Himalayan landscapes, diverse culture, and tradition-contented prosperous Himalayan vistas of green lush terraced pastures, quint ethnic typical village of Magar and Gurung as well as rich inhabitants of flora and fauna. The base camp is located at the altitude of 4130m/13549ft and is the most popular excursion in the globe bird’s eye view of the Annapurna Himalayan series. Set on a hiking plan open your bucket list there you will be found your adventure journey into the Annapurna region which is awaiting to own.

Highlights of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC)

– Friendly with the sheer beauty of the mountain diversity, unique geography, and Himalayan landscapes, passing through the underdeveloped typical villages, beautiful dense forests of rhododendron and cedars, massive rough lands separated by pristine rivers and skyscraper towering peaks base camp as rounding scarlet over the Himalayan horizon.

– Behold the golden sunrise over Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Fishtail Himalayan ranges from the best vantage point of Poon–Hill, It will be valuable hiking early in the morning and will be rewarded by breathtaking mountainous scenery.

– Enjoy the adventure city of Pokhara after the completion of your courageous hiking expedition to the Annapurna Base Camp  (ABC), boating Phewa Lake, witness the glistering mountains and trekkers massage to regenerate the power in your tired body after a long trek to majestic Mountain base.

– Guided by the well–experienced mountain guide just not leads over the rote but assists with your every necessity, and strong supporters will help by carrying your stuff then the tour leader/guide will introduce the culture, tradition, religion, and all the mountains of your reference.

– Supportive trekking crew for your successful and joyful adventure journey prioritized by safety.
The trek commencing from an adventure city Pokhara exploring through magnificent settlements on the roadside is a great beginning excursion to the top of the earth to value for reasonable fir for beginners and novice trekkers to experienced adventurers.

There are several alternative trails to the base camp of Annapurna but the main starting points are Poon Hill, Ghandruk and Pothana recommended it makes sense for time duration like 5, 7, and 9 days treks depending on where you start from. The trek should be needed well preparation as the trip obtains in the wild mountains where just basic facilities are available and it is moderately challenging but views spectacular mountain panorama.

• Comprehension guide for Annapurna Base Camp trek

The walking journey to Annapurna Base Camp is one of the most thrilling adventures in Nepal and it has earned the most popular trekking trip already. In comparison to other high-altitude trekking, this trek is short and sweet with smoothly easier in the sense of difficulty. The trek has not demanded much physical training and special cardio exercise but it is sure that any physical training and skill, as well as previous trekking experience, is more beneficial so, all physical fitness ramblers with their determination can easily obtain this moderate hiking.

The trekking is commencing with arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu after your luxurious stay in the comfortable hotel. Travel you can start either by 7 hour’s drive to Pokhara or 25 minute’s flight from the airway to Pokhara, if you use a flight then on the same day will reach Tikhedhunga after a 1-hour drive and 4 hour’s hike but by roadway driving you to have to stay in a hotel in Pokhara after long 7 hours long drive.

During the trek, the trekkers witness the magnificent views of the Annapurna (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,169m), and Fishtail (6,993m) and numerous higher mountain peaks passing through the diverse terrain encounter with the traditional Himalayan culture, nature, typical ethnic group Magara and Gurung settlement and intimate through different climates.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek or the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek goes dense into the Annapurna Conservation Area which is the prime inhabitant for flora and fauna like, deer, bears, monkeys, common Langur, Himalayan goats and snow leopards same as rhododendron, cedar, magnolia, cedar, bamboo, and alpine woods are the main plants existed in the conservation area. The area is decorated by the mountain inhabitants building with different traditional houses constructed of natural mud, stone, and wood, it is really unique for travelers because most of the hikers are from developed cities around the world.

The Annapurna region is prosperous in various cultures, ethnicity, nature, and religion, most of the people in this territory follow the Buddhist religion as they have high respect for living being. The Annapurna trekking section is the perfect example of preserving the Himalayan ecosystem blending with the green vegetation directly into the snowcapped mountains and clear blue sky. The province is also familiar with fastidious Thakali tiny villages at the Annapurna middle hills.

Moreover, with beautiful terraced paddy pastures, a thick jungle of rhododendron woods and pine forests, the trail featured tranquility decorated by other natural phenomena the trek transforms you into another world of peace far from your hectic life in the hustle and bustle of the crowded cities.
The beginning point of the trekking trip to ABC trek is the adventure city of Pokhara greatly known as the tourist hub of Nepal surrounded by several mountain ranges, modern houses, lakes, temples, and stupas.

You will be fully impressed by the mix of natural and artificial beauty of Pokhara (820m/2690ft), then in the lakeside city, you can enjoy through verities of cuisine available in the different restaurants, bars, and Irish pubs also offers the cultural and live music by many music clubs which are the pleasure matters for your enjoyments. Another fact of the trip is to sailing in the Phewa Lake by boat to explore the water ecosystem and the water lily makes you feel extreme enjoyment. Similarly, the 1-hour drive will take to Nayapul which is the main beginning point of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

From Nayapul we walk through the bus road alongside the pristine Modi Khola, the 20 minutes walk arrives at Birethanti and immediately crosses the concrete bridge to get into the Annapurna Conservation Project Check Point then we need to register our ACAP permit to enter the Annapurna region and probably we may have our lunch there in the beautiful small village of Birethati (1,039m/3,250ft) with warm welcoming hospitality of the local people.

After the Lunch break, we resume our walking off-road enchanted by the magnificent glory of the terrace fields in the surrounding, looking at the cattle grazing over grassy land entertained with the local’s smiles and some are cracking jokes really makes you feel that you are traveling in the piece of heaven, not on earth. Furthermore, the green lush forests over the river are gorgeous and the beehive hanging against the rock is more worthy of this valuable exploration.

So, hiking throw dusty roads and rocky trails you will reach to Tikhedhunga and overnight stay in the tea house. Today’s trekking will be quite tough because the trail leads steeply to ascend over Ulleri (1,540m/5,050ft) crossing over a suspension bridge over Modi river and having to steps 3300 stone steps to reach Ulleri but the reward is awesome views of Annapurna South (7219m) in the horizon, perhaps it is the first glimpse of a mountain on this trekking. We meet many explorers on the way, you can chat with them and talk about different contents of the tour and trekking or share thoughts and ideas with each other.

Most importantly, you will encounter mules on the way, they are the prime transportation for supplying foods and beverages over the mountains so, if you meet them then please let them their way first and stay on the corner side otherwise they might be pushed you and may occur unforeseen accident, it is because needs to be always careful.

Again, the trek goes inside the deep jungle of diverse vegetation crossing through a small stream, and hearing birds chirping in the tree feels like listening sweet melody of a perfect singer in the world. Walking through the wild rocky trail will get to Nangethati and probably this way will be your lunch cam. Sometimes rest during a lunch break then set your hike up to the forested track through uphill walking then finally arrive at Ghorepani (2,860m/9,385m) where the inspirational sceneries of stunning mountains are standing in the zenith.

Furthermore next day the adventure starts with the dawn bird singing sound early in the morning because this is the day to behold the apparent sunrise after 2324 steps ascend from Poon Hill (3210m) rising on the opposite of Mt. Fishtail that changes all mountains into the color of gold. It is so exciting to see the incredible golden colors of the verities of mountain series of the several mountains like Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak (6,920m), Nilgiri (7,061m), Baraha Shikhar (7647m), Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and virgin peak Mount Fishtail.

After the spectacular panorama of the majestic mountains, return to the tea house then backpack and eat your delicious breakfast for the next stop on your trekking with Himalayan Vista’s trekking crew.

This will be the more exciting excursion inside the beautiful rhododendron woods seeing horse grazing in the pastures, clean weather, crystal clear mountains, and comprehensible blue sky over Thapla Danda. You can rest here for a while to take pictures of glistering mountains and go further inside the bamboo and alpine woods the trail leads down in the Deurali and somehow the path is slippery so you have to take care of moving your feet.

It is totally feeling like walking under the tunnel because there are huge rocky hills in opposite and onside the trail also goes into the deep small stream and rarely get the sunrays there and arrive at the super tiny settlement Banthati another lunch camp. After spending your lunch break the way head through the beautiful rhododendron woods in the muddy spots about the cliff of the top of the river and then steep down to another stream where an electricity tunnel has managed well and generates current from small hydropower for distributing electricity to Tadapani.

The trail is steep up to the hillside and sometime you may need rest because your joint will be tired because of walking up and down then arrive at Tadapani (2,630m) and spend your night there.
In the morning after eating breakfast adventure journey commences for Lower Sinuwa (2,220m) following another descent inside the green forest hearing the sounds of different avifauna, and monkeys and encountering domestic buffaloes left for grazing in the jungle then reach to Chuile where two hotels Rainbow Trout and Mountain Discovery are placed for guests hospitality.

Likewise, the hiking started on the steep down to Komrong Khola passing through the millet farm and crossing a suspension bridge then arise to Ghurjung village and see the donation box appealing for donations to run the Ghurjung basic school located in the Gandaki province at Ghandruk 33700, your support to empowering remote area’s educations will be highly appreciated.

There are two tea houses near the school where you can rest and drink lemon juice which is the common welcome service to their guests. After rest, a while again resumes your walking through the buckwheat field and little ascend over the rocky wild track, and need to cross the wooden fence made for restricting the domestic cattle to save the locals’ crops in the fields.

Now it is time for another stop called Durbin Danda for exploring the forested valley of Jhinu and Landruk below the dense forest of Annapurna region. Embark the walk again downhill then reach a small stream and walk on the flat land, just a minute forehead from the small stream there is a huge landslide and the track is just over it and need to be careful sometimes there will be dry landslides, continue to walk through the bushy route then get to the millet fields around the small village will see the cow shade and people working on their fields, such activities attracts your attention makes you feel extra enjoyments.

Some steps in the rocky trail take you to beautiful Chhomrong village and awarded the crystalline vision of Mt. Annapurna South and Hiunchuli including Mt. Fishtail. This is the best suit place for lunch probably to reach here in the afternoon, this is the typical village settled in the lap of the beautiful mountains and green forests also available German bakeries as well as handicrafts for souvenirs. The village is a precious phenomenon that decorated the Annapurna trail beautifully and can study the local traditional culture and local Himalayan lifestyles. Most of the houses provide the facilities of lodging and food to the visitors make impressing all travelers.

In the same way, delicious lunch creates more stamina in your body and breaks recreate power in your body then decent to Kimrung Khola crossing over 3,100 stone steps and on the way down there is an ACAP checkpoint you need to register your permit once more then proceed down. The trail is surrounded goes through an attractive terrace of paddy fields and somewhere built stone wall, the trail is managed well setting by the stones. There is a small shop that provides all items for snacks, drinks, trekking shoes and socks, and body washing shops as well as sanitizers.

Crossing over the suspension bridge above Kimrung Khola another trekking section gets started afresh through the potato and wheat fields and steps up to the rocky and dusty trail through the bamboo woods. Continue your walk on the wild pace that takes you to the tiny village of Sinuwa and overnight stay in the tea house. The area is small but the hospitality offered by them is awesome. They offer different cuisine that you can check on the menu.

Today’s journey is fully covered with wilderness, the route leads us to the middle of dense forest where we can only listen to the sound of the waterfall and wild fauna. The walking is cool as all the trees stand like roofs. The journey is a peaceful exploration in the wild rocky land getting up and down reach to Bamboo settled in the jungle area. The continuation journey lead us to Dovan and probably all the trekkers do their lunch there the place is cool and get full relaxation in the peaceful environment.

Indeed the exploration goes further to ascend uphill inside the bamboo forest and cross a stream through a wooden bridge and get to a temple, from there we can see the spectacular waterfall then we spend some time there. Next, we go further stone steps in the wild track covered by the different trees then reach the Himalayas’ best-suited place for a tea break. The break provides relaxation and we climb up the extremely trodden rocky track seeing the local hydro tunnel reach Hinku cave a huge rock-roofed den. We can see Mt. Fishtail, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, and Gandhrab Chuli from there. Sometimes rest there and go further walking through the adventure trekking trail to Deurali, overnight stay in the tea house, it is a tiny village that provides accommodations in a small cozy room.

This is the most significant day for Annapurna Base Camp Trek because our target fulfills soon to summit the base camp of the world’s 10th highest mountain Mt. Annapurna (8091m) after walking about four hours via Machhapuchre Base Camp (MBC). This is really gorgeous hiking to arrive in the lap of gigantic towering Himalayas. You can eat your lunch here and go around for extraordinary views of the surrounding mountains including the Annapurna glacier.

The next day early in the morning wake up and walk to the ridge of the Annapurna glacier and spectacle the sunrise over the Annapurna mountain series. It will be the mind-blowing sight of sunrise cover through the Baraha Shikhar, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, and other anonymous peaks in the zenith. After spending your time in the base camp you will return back to Sinuwa descending through the wild rocky trail and overnight stay in the tea house.

Conversely, the other day’s trek gets down to Kimrung Khola and ascend up to Chomrong, and again descends to Jhinu Danda. In Jhinu you can take a bath in a natural hot spring and it is believed that if you shower in the hot spring your long-term aliments will be treated, then back to Jhinu eat your lunch and take transportation and a 2-hour drive to Pokhara and overnight stay in the hotel. Finally, another day’s 25 minutes flight to Kathmandu with the breathtaking experience of observing the stunning views of gorgeous mountains in the northern part of Kaski and land at Kathmandu domestic airport, and on the same day you can fly back to your home country.

• Explore Beautiful Nature

The trek goes all the way to the natural opulent division of the Annapurna region a delightful journey for congenital experience in the lap of several mountains. Steps over a number of stone steps playing through the sweet chirping of melodious bird songs. Capture pictures of pristine rivers, lush green fields, rice paddies, sheep herds, and carrying loads by mules are awesome.

Reflections of silver-shining snowcapped mountains are the prime facts of the exploration that can catch the stunning views from the main vantage point Poon Hill like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Nilgiri, Annapurna, and many more. The trail is fully covered by natural contents, and the beauty of the forest with rhododendron flowers, green alpine woods, and magnolia flowers decorated the vicinity of the trekking trail beautifully.

The peaceful nature, smooth flowing river, sweet sounds of airwaves in the leaves of the trees, and rhythm produced by faunas meditate your body and soul. The gorgeous reflection of Mt. Annapurna, Icy track provides the spiritual vibration in your body and soul that will surely purify your spirit, and the hot spring shower in Jhinu is the perfect natural exploration of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

• People, Lifestyle, and Culture

Nepal is just not diverse in nature, geography, and climate but also assorted in the human species also, there are 125 varieties of casts existing in Nepal and 123 languages are to be spoken by different communities but the official language is Nepali which is commonly used in Nepal.

There is a mixed ethnic group settled on the way towards Annapurna Base Camp like Chhetri and Brahmins in the lower part but in the upper parts mostly mongoloid ethnic group of Gurung and Magar has been habituated mostly famous for Gorkha regiment and some are the owner of Victoria Cross.

However, Himalayan areas under the domination of Tibetan culture follow Tibetan Buddhism and other casts follow the Hindu religion in Nepal. Similarly, 80 percent of people are Hindu in Nepal and 10 percent of people follow Buddhism and the other 10 percent are from other religions. If you are more curious about unique culture then we at Himalayan Vista Trekking highly recommend visiting Langtang Valley Trek, Everest region, Annapurna Circuit and Manaslu Circuit Trek including Tsum valley are a genuine sight for exploring more genuine cultural phenomenology.

• Trekking Details of Annapurna Base Camp
+ Length – 80km/50 miles
+ Required days – 8/9 days
+ Overall ascent – 4979 m/1633ft
+ Complete Decent – 5040/16535ft
+ Ultimate height – Annapurna Base Camp – 4130 meters
+ Difficulty type – moderate
+ Essential Permit – Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit – 30 USD
+ Accommodation – Hotels in Pokhara and Kathmandu and tea house in trekking

• Cost for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The cost for Annapurna Base Camp Trek varies on the facilities that you have demanding, if you use a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara using by vehicle transportation then it is obviously cheaper but if you use a 5-star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara using by flight will be expensive and also determine by the days for trekking. But the price is cheaper than the Everest Base Camp Trek because of the cheaper transportation cost and alternatives like roadway as per your choice.

• All Inclusive Trekking Package with HVT

We Himalayan Vista Trekking is the leading trekking and tour company in Nepal. There are various offers for our valued guests in the sector of tours, trekking, sightseeing, rafting, peak climbing, and national park safaris so, you can choose as per your choice about the tourism packages.

You have two booking options for trekking, online booking, and arrival booking, you can book your trip online as well as on your arrival too. But we recommend you book online because the company will get more time for well organizing your trip rather than booking on arrival.

All companies use the same local guides and other support staff as well as we do the same but our first priorities are always on our client’s safety and a successful trip with plenty of fun. We provide well-experienced and knowledgeable guides who can provide detailed information about the trekking route and also explain the history, culture, locality, nature, and religion. We want to expand your further knowledge about Nepal with friendly hospitality.

• Required Trekking Permit for ABC

The trek Needs two types of permits to get the Annapurna region one TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) and, another one is Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit (ACAP). ACAP permit can be obtained from Nepal Tourism Board Office in Kathmandu or from Pokhara and TIMS Card can be found in the office Trekking Agencies’ of the Association of Nepal (TAAN) office located in Pokhara and Kathmandu. Permits should be checked on the way by authorized representatives government related to Nepal tourism sectors in Birethati and Chhomrong. The permit is only valued for single entry for Annapurna region who are hiking in the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.

• Difficulty of Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Touring ABC is not tougher which means is not easier either, it is the most accessible adventure in the Himalayas. Good health-conditioned ramblers with a basic physical fitness level can moderately complete this excursion. The trek doesn’t require well-experienced previous hiking or technical training but beforehand adventure experience will be highly beneficial.

The adventure ultimately reaches 4130 meters so, you have to be careful about altitude sickness so, for avoiding acute mountain sickness we recommend you drink plenty of water, garlic soup, and ginger tea as these items are working like natural antibiotics and they may work for AMS. Similarly, walking should be smooth because, in the higher place, the quantity of oxygen will be less, and soon be tired and lose stamina, in this case, people may easily get AMS so, you have to take smooth hiking and needs to be a full appetite by eating foods. The guide and whole trekking crew are the backbones of your trek so they will be assisted with your every difficulty in the trek for ensuring safety and enjoyable trekking to reward Annapurna Base Camp.

• Foods on ABC Trek

Trekking in the highest mountain area in the world obviously leaves a marvelous experience for all the explorers. In this section, we try to provide some information about the foods that are available in the trekking region.

Available Breakfast Items in the trek: – Common Tibetan Bread made from wheat flour fried in sunflower oil (dry bread also available), Chapati with jam and honey, Oatmeal, French toast served with jam and honey or peanut butter, cornflakes, hashed brown, fried potato, different items of eggs like a scramble, boiled and fried, apple pancakes, apple porridge, porridge with milk, Museli, vegetable items, and tea or coffee.

Lunch Items: – Wide verities of cuisine are available for lunch on the trek such as Dal Bhat (Nepali traditional foods) Thukpa (noodle soup), Momos (dumplings), vegetable cheese Spaghetti, macaroni, several soup items, spring tolls, potatoes items, Sandwich, pizza, fried rice with curry, burgers and desserts items.

Available foods for Dinner:- Dal and Bhat, Noodle soups, Macaroni, MoMos, spaghetti, different kinds of soups, steaks, potatoes items, sandwiches, Pizza, fried rice, spring rolls, Korean noodle soup, burger, desserts, hot and cold drinks, and all the food items are organic and fresh in the mountain region good for hygiene.

Dessert and Snacks items: – There will be different dessert and snack items like apple pie, rice pudding, mars, biscuits, popcorn, mars bar cakes, etc.

Tea and coffees: – Verities of tea and coffees are available such as black tea, ginger tea, masala tea, and milk tea same as, milk coffee, and black coffee is commonly served in the tea house.

• Supportive Tips for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

1. If you prefer Dal Bhat set, you can add rice, lentil soup, and curry for more time as per your needs at the same price
2. There are no ATMS in Annapurna Base Camp Trekking route so, better to carry enough cash
3. $ 150 will be needed for transportation and entry fees for monasteries and other historical places
4. Prepare for extra days, you might need one more day for the adjustment to altitude or you may take time for more exploration
5. Believe your guide, he is responsible for everything during your trekking trip
6. You can buy trekking gear in Thaml in Kathmandu or in Lakeside city Pokhara in case you are not using it for your future hiking
7. Respect the locals and their culture and tradition as they will not digest fancy dresses
8. They will not appreciate your photographs without permission so, better ask them for permission if you like to take the photographs
9. It might be taken a long time for cooking food so, better to order a little time before
10. Be careful about altitude sickness and be fully prepared for this

• Best Season for ABC Trek

The best season for trekking in Nepal is spring and autumn because in these time the weather in mountains are very clear and can observe the vivid panorama of higher mountains on the horizon in combination with a clear blue sky. However it is hard to predict the weather forecast like in Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Langtang Valley Trek, and Upper Mustang Trek because, in such gigantic mountains Kingdom of Mount Everest, Manaslu, Lhotse, Annapurna has been changing the weather pattern frequently. Hence, trekking can be done throughout the year at your convenience.

In spring (March, April, and May) – Trekking at Annapurna Base Camp

The most recommended time for trekking in Nepal is in spring as the temperatures will be growing, the weather pattern will be pleasant and flowers begin to bloom. If you like to see the combination of white snowcapped mountains with rhododendron flowers then March-May is the perfect time to do Annapurna Base Camp Trekking. The warmer nights and smooth weather will make your journey unforgettable.

In summer (June, July, and August) – Trekking at Annapurna Base Camp

Summer season is starting at the beginning of June and ends in May in Nepal up to August though you are not inspecting spectacular views of giant mountains in the zenith then this time will be more suited because it does warm to trek at this time. In reality, it will be humid it is because summer in Nepal carries the rainy season and this time doesn’t fit for a tour and trekking to Annapurna Base Camp as the hiking might be quite dangerous because there might be landslides because of heavy rainfall you must be careful while trekking. Another fact of this trekking is leeched, if you obtain hiking in the summer season there will be plenty of leeches on the trail and they will suck your blood and you may not like the trek.

In autumn (September, October, and November) – Trekking at Annapurna Base Camp

The Autumn season is the best time for touring, traveling, and trekking in Nepal. After the rainy season, the weather will be neat and clean as all the humidity will be wiped out by the rainfall of summer. So, if you are really keen to trek around Annapurna Sanctuary then autumn is the perfect time for owning the ABC trek.

The combination of silver shining glistering Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, and other numerous towering Himalayas with the greenery of rice pasture lands including clear blue sky provides the mesmerizing scenery of mountainous nature for your valuable adventure journey. This is the festive time in Nepal, you will be enchanted by the celebration of different kinds of festivals by locals like the Dashain Festival, and Dipawali Festival. That is why autumn is the best season for trekking to the base of Annapurna among others.

In winter (December, January, and February) – Trekking at Annapurna Base camp

Winter is the synonym for snowfall time in Nepal. At the higher elevation, the adventure activity might be challenging but the winter is great for adventure activities like skiing. The autumn will be decorated in a basket of snow, trekkers are setting their trip to the lower Himalayas to enjoy the snowfall and enjoy like a fairytale in a wintery way. This will be the melancholic feeling to opt for the trekking experience at Annapurna Base Camp If there will be heavy snowfall and block the trail, the beauty of covered snow will be awesome.

• Distance and Terrain of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek because the trekking trail goes through the Annapurna conservation area which is the prime settlement of flora and fauna. The trek is a magnificent and incredible introduction to trekking in the lap of enormous Mountains. Similarly, the adventure trek offers a jaw-dropping panorama throughout and leads towards the best vantage point to observe the Annapurna massif Poon Hill including Machhapuchre (MBC) and Annapurna Base Camp (ABC).

The distance covers 34 miles into the multi-peaked territory, and in the base camp of 8,091 meters higher Mountain Annapurna and covered the thirteen peaks over 7,000 meters and sixteen all over 6,000 meters which is the milestone of your adventure journey through the stunning Himalayas. Climbing over Annapurna is the most difficult as it is the most technical mountain in the world but luckily the base camp is just located at an altitude of 4130 meters is not much strenuous and provides awesome relaxation!

The trekking trip is just moderate not demanded higher stamina and technical training for hiking expeditions so, so it is one of the easiest treks in the Annapurna region and offers mesmerizing views of the majestic mountains’ beauty. But it still requires a basic level of physical fitness because basically, you need to walk around 5- 6 hours during your trekking days. This excursion doesn’t need any kind of technical equipment nor is it precipitous, or rock climbing, and also not mountaineering for demanding cardio exercise.

The terrain for this trek is all well-managed rocky trails inside the wilderness of rhododendron woods and alpine forest. It is a relaxing adventure journey rather than challenging, the trek covers 115 kilometers in length and the ultimate altitude is just 4130 meters high.

• Accommodation on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The available accommodation along the Annapurna Base Camp is in tea houses which are owned by locals and each lodge has set a meeting area put by a large fire oven in the center that provides a warm and cozy environment to all the alpine ramblers.

The bedrooms are small and unheated, most of the tea house rooms generally occupy two bedrooms with plywood separated bars in the small rooms, pillows, and matter. It is better to take your own blanket because the temperature will be dropped and suffering from a nasty cold and only a blanket will not be sufficient.

Moreover, all tea houses provide hot showers but indeed, you need to pay extra for that because most of the lodges provide gas shower which is carried from the city and takes higher expenses but doesn’t worry it will not charge much as well as western type flushing toilets though some of the tea houses still have the squat toilets pan. The cuisine can be available in most types of western and Nepali so, you can have your choice that mentioned in the menus. Other alcoholic and soft drink beverages like beer, whisky, wine, Fanta, sprite, and coke are also available so if you want you can enjoy but we do not recommend smoking and drinking in the altitude because of different kinds of health issues.

• Packing Lists for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trekking equipment is the best life partner for trekkers while hiking in the highest altitude area of the highest mountains. These are the main key to saving lives in the risky zones of the icy regions and protecting you from any dangers occurring in the trekking activities but you must choose the right and fit hiking gear for your enjoyable, safe, and successful trekking expeditions. Following are the lists of essential things for packing to ABC Trek.

HEAD
– Sun protection hat
– Warm woolen hat to protect from a nasty cold
– Headlight

FACE
– Sun protection cream
– UV-protected sunglass
– Body and face wipes

Hands
– Lightweight and heavy winter gloves

Body
– Thermal wear
– Trekking shirts
– Long-sleeved shirt
– Raincoat or rain protection jacket
– Fleece jacket
– Cotton lightweight pants
– T-Shirt
– Sports underwear
– Sports bra for her
– Warm down jacket
– Sweater
– Waterproof pants

Footwear
– Trekking shoes
– Thick wool socks

Other Essential Gears
– Backpack for putting your essential materials like water bottle, suns scream, sunglass, etc.
– Duffle bag for a porter to carry your stuff
– Water purification tablets or leaser light
– Trekking poles
– Sleeping Bags (- 15 to 20-degree bag is more applicable for high altitude)

Toiletries
– Drying Towel
– Toothbrush
– Toothpaste
– Toilet paper
– Tissue paper
– Deodorant/floss
– Hand sanitizer/ biodegradable bar soap
– Nail cutters
– Mirror
– Shaver machine
– Sanitary pads for females in case get mensuration/period in the mountains then it will be expensive or difficult to find

Personnel Things
– Money
– Camera
– Watch
– Cell phone
– Camera
– Poker
– Chess
– Reading books etc.

Extra Things
– First Aid Kits
– Passport-size photos
– Notebook and pen
– Binoculars

Note: Drone camera is strictly prohibited in Nepal unless you get special permission from government authorities so, please keep in mind otherwise they will be captured and fined you.

• Offers free airport transform into a hotel
Himalayan Vista Trekking always tries its best for qualitative service for valuable guests and provides free airport pick-up and drop service to your preferred accommodation. On your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, an HVT representative welcome you putting by a flower garland on your neck they will hold your nameplate for easy recognition and then transfer you to the hotel by private vehicle.

Key Information of this Trek

• The trek will take 9 days of strenuous trekking on this excursion. Average hiking per day will be 5 to 8 hours in the wild track and reach an altitude of 4130 meters ultimately so, must be aware of acute mountain sickness (AMS).
• The important thing is your physical fitness and health means you need an average level of physical training in order to make a successful trip without any physical pain
• All the accommodations provide through tea houses are just available basic facilities. Hot shower, hot water, electronic device charging, the internet will be extra charged and WIFI connection might be poor.
• You are not in well facility urban area so, if you expect a higher facility then you will be upset that is why you must be psychologically prepared and ready for the adventure achievement with good preparation.
• The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the most popular trekking trip in Nepal after Everest Base Camp, you will meet many travelers and spend more time walking in the communities rather than wild established routes, so must respect the locals. If you want to do a trek in a peaceful and less crowded area and we recommend Manaslu Circuit Trek, Upper Mustang Trek, and Langtang Valley Trek.
• Please keep in mind that unforeseen weather change might affect our trekking so, in that situation we have to modify our trekking tanneries and needs to divert.

Travel Insurance for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Travel insurance is the backbone for every traveler who is on an outing the discovery of this beautiful world. The insurance will avoid the pressure of extra expenses for unforeseen incidents of wayfarers. Similarly, Annapurna Base Camp Trek also lies at a higher altitude so, there is less chance of altitude sickness but nobody knows about other unpredictable accidents caused by natural disasters like landslides and heavy snowfall. That is why we would like to recommend mandatory travel insurance.

Moreover, while booking the trekking package for Annapurna Base Camp we request you send your travel insurance copy as soon as possible to Himalayan Vista Trekking or before resuming your adventure to Annapurna Base Camp. The insurance policy must be covered the medical and emergency helicopter rescue and evacuation expenses at high altitudes so that you will be confident about your health treatment.

We are not offering insurance policies but we can recommend information about insurance based on our previous client’s experience. All adventurers must send their all detailed insurance information to HVT after confirmation of their trek booking to ABC. We will use it in case of emergencies and other documents for a quick and effective rescue operation in the mountainous region.

Visa Policy in Nepal

All foreign citizens except Indians require a valid visa to allow to enter Nepal. You can get an on-arrival visa at Tribhuwan International Airport or at the immigration office in all of Nepal’s borders.

You have to attach a passport-size photo, a passport that is valid for at least six months, and visa fees. The visa cost for the current situation is USD 50 for 30 days to be paid in cash, for more information please check at www.immigration.gov.np.

Chinese and citizens of South Asian Association for Regional Corporation (SAARC) countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka can obtain a free visa.
Following countries, citizens are not eligible to get an arrival visa in Nepal
Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, and Afghanistan needs to contact the nearest Nepalese embassy if they want to visit Nepal.
Note. We would like to request to manage extra 1 or 2 days just in case of unforeseen delays.

Group VS Single Treks

We operate both single and group trekking in Nepal but the bigger group will get more discount. Hence, you are not authorized for discounting for groups assembled by Himalayan Vista Trekking.
HVT can handle all group sizes and all groups can get a well-experienced trekking guide and porters (single porter for double trekkers) we also provide an assistant guide for a trekking group of 13 or more.

Travel Responsibility to Annapurna Base Camp

Our Slogans:
– Set the Pictures of Heaven Himalaya in Your Mind and Camera
– Take all Memories and leave Foot Prints
– Ready for Worthy Vacation

Himalayan Vista Trekking is not just operating trekking and tour in Nepal but we also focus on ecology protection. We also pay attention to social work, empower education in the remote areas of Nepal and provide scholarships for poor and needy children in the countryside of Nepal. The tourist density in the trekking area means more chances to disturb nature so, we always keep in mind nature is our mother, and we effort to keep the natural environment. It is our responsibility to save nature where lots of flora and fauna are inhabited. So, we always focus on ecology protection as we are the eco-tour agency in Nepal.

Energetic Team of Himalayan Vista Trekking

The trekking crew of HVT always focuses on the safety of our clients and their successful trekking in Nepal. We provide qualified and experienced guides/Sherpa to accompany you for your help in every step of your trekking journey as supporters will be carrying your luggage and more than 13 members group seize can get an assistant guide.

All the crew hiking crew members are locally born in the Himalayan province with high physical stamina and endurance so, they can easily be active at high elevations.
All the staff members are our prime backbone so, we bear the salary, cost of their insurance, clothing, food, lodging, and equipment during the trekking excursion.
All our trekking leaders, guides, and porters get medical treatment if they get sick or injured. We make sure that our crew is always smiley and they are capable to provide laughter to our valued clients so, happy people make others happy.

Our Staff has the following abilities:
– Intensive Wilderness First Aid Training
– Trekking Guide Certificate from Nepal Tourism Ministry
– Fluency Speaking in English and other major languages
– Conservation and Ecology Training
– Rock Climbing

Tipping System in Nepal

Nepali culture appreciates tipping and expecting for their quality service. We advised providing tips to all guides and porters that will encourage them to further quality services to all travelers.

Is the online booking secure with Himalayan Vista Trekking?

No doubt HVT is a Nepal government-authorized leading trekking and tour operator. We are members of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), and the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN).

Furthermore, you can book your trip with Himalayan Vista Trekking without any hesitation. Generally, there is a policy to deposit 10 percent of your booking price in advance so that we can manage booking for hotel, flight, and vehicle for your trip. We would like to humbly request that you provide the necessary documents like a passport copy, passport size photo, travel insurance copy on arrival or and departure flight schedule.

The mode of payment will be bank transfer, western union, and the remaining trip cost must be given after arriving in Nepal in hand cash, bank transfer, or by credit card and you will get the payment details from us.

Last Minutes Booking for Annapurna Base Camp

It is always appreciated the book in advance, but those who didn’t make a booking before but have an extreme interest in summit Annapurna Base Camp can contact HVT as soon as possible provided the special opportunity for a last-minute booking.

In the case of last minute booking you have to do full payment 24 hours before the trip starting date. We always do our best to organize treks at any time but in case of last-minute booking, we will not be responsible for the delay it is because of unknown circumstances out of our control such as bad weather, and accommodation unavailability.

Please feel free to contact us for more information (CEll/Viber/Whats App) at +977-9841624665 or through email at info@himalayanvista.com.

Optimize your tour after Annapurna Base Camp

If you have more time to stay in Nepal after ABC trekking we can extend your tour arranging by sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley, National Park Safari in Chitawan, and Buddhism tour to Lumbini as per your choice., rafting in Trisuli River, canoeing in Budi Rapti River in Chitwan National Park, Jungle walk, Jeep safaris, elephant safaris, paragliding and other short hiking also recommended.

Feedback and Suggestions are working as the oxygen for HVT and are always expected and appreciated
After completing the Annapurna Base Trek Himalayan Vista Trekking Company expecting feedback and suggestions from you so that we can make our best service in the future also.

Important Notes for ABC Trek

– The Annapurna Base Camp Trek includes fixed departure dates from Kathmandu to Pokhara by flight or ground transportation.
– Please recheck your departure date with your international flight, if anything needs to be amended please contact us on time in order to organize your convenient trip.
– Please keep in mind the itinerary might be changed in case of an unpredictable incident like bad weather or accommodations unavailability in such events your tour leader will make wise decisions and be patient about this.
– Single supplement will be just available in the hotel at Kathmandu and Pokhara but you need to adjust with another partner in the tea house during your trekking normally, they have 2 beds in a single room.

– The trip ends at Pokhara.