13 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek- ABC Trek

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Annapurna Circuit Trek
Cost per PorterUSD 200
Trek CostUSD 1000.00
  • Duration13 Days
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Elevation

Tour Highlights

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is the finest journey, which takes you to the core of the Annapurna massif, which lies at a great height of 4,130 meters. The Annapurna Base Camp trek is also said to be a "trek of treks," giving unparalleled scenes that leave every adventurer speechless. Engulfed through towering peaks such as Annapurna I and Machhapuchhre, the Annapurna Base Camp provides a great sense of fulfilment that only comes through standing at some of the globe's most incredible mountains. The Annapurna Base Camp trek also has charming stops at the famed Gurung and Magar villages like Deurali, Ghorepani, Tadapani and Sinuwa. Here, you will also have the best experience of these communities' rich cultural heritage and local hospitality, tasting local food-flavored cuisine, and learning through their customs gives a rare dimension to your trek, making it a mix of adventure and cultural immersion.


One of the highlights of the Annapurna Base Camp trek is the sunrise which is located at Poon Hill, lies around 3,210 meters. This iconic viewpoint is excellent for its incredible sunrise, where the sun gives a great hue at the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, creating a masterpiece that will remain deep in your fine memory. After soaking in the views, you can also refresh your mind and body in the natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda, a welcome place from the physical and strenuous demands of the trek. The Annapurna Base Camp route is filled with great rhododendron forests, which are enchanting in the spring when they come into color, giving a fantastic backdrop as you walk on. The trek also offers diverse scenes, from terraced fields to dense forests and rough mountain ridges, ensuring every step brings a new scene. Ultimately, the Kathmandu at the Annapurna Base Camp trek goes through the thrill and chill for the adventure with the peace of nature, allowing you to travel at one of Nepal’s most incredible landscapes while making great memories through the journey.

The 13 Days Budget Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the best, cheapest option, which offers a brilliant lifetime experience for the people interested in trekking to the entire annapurna region and its inhabitants.

1. Panoramic views: Magnificent views toward Annapurna (8,091 m), the Dhaulagiri Mountain Range, and Mt. Machhapuchre (6,993m) open up.

2. For example: Start from an elevation of 1,400 and reach up to Annapurna Base Camp, 4,130m, with varied landscapes and sparkling views on the trail.

3. Cultural Exploration: Walking through some picturesque villages like Pokhara, Nayapul, Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, and Sin.

4. Poon Hill Sunrise: View the spectacular sunrise from Poon Hill (3,210m) over the gigantic Himalayas, including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. 

5. Jhinu Hot Water Springs: Dive into the natural Jhinu Hot Water Springs and refresh yourself with its bathing, although your body may tire due to continuous walking.

6. Affordable Adventure: This budget-friendly trek offers a range of activities and experiences at a reasonable price, making it accessible for all.

7. All Ages-friendly: This trek is different and meant to be enjoyed by every age group of travelers, hence a good fit for the whole family and friends. 

13 Days Budget Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers majestic views of the Himalayas, divulging culture of the region, and low-cost adventure options.

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Itinerary

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DAY 1

Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters)

Shortly after your arrival in TIA, you will be greeted by our representative and moved to the hotel and a short brief on the trekking. Get refreshed and stay the night at the Thamel Eco Resort or skyline hotel in Kathmandu.

DAY 2

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

It takes about 5 to 6 hour to reach to Pokhara which is around 210km by tourist bus. As soon as you reach there, you can get refreshed and explore the tourist site around Phewa Lake and Pokhara Lake. Overnight stay at or similar Third Pole Hotel.

DAY 3

One hour drive to Nayapul by private Car / Van, and then trek to Tikhedhunga

Take a short morning drive to Nayapul and start the trek from Nayapul. After a tiny bit preparation of luggage for porters get yourself together for a trek along the river towards Birethanti. A small check-in formality takes place at the ACAP office, and the trail leads you to Burundi Khola along with the great scenery to Tikhedhunga through several rural villages. Stop the day at one of the tea houses nearby.

DAY 4

Trek to Ghorepani

Today we are preparing for the long uphill trek to Ulleri, which has 3200 stone-steeps with fantastic scenery with the valley and a short Annapurna range view. The hiking could be a little tiring, but this beautiful view gives you the power to continue walking. After a short walk from Ulleri, the path brings you through the rhododendron forest, which is Nepal's national flora area. Then the trail continues uphill to Ghorepani which is on the top of the hill and has outstanding views over the whole of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Stay the night in the tea house of Ghorepani.

DAY 5

Hiking to Poonhill - back to Ghorepani, and trek to Tadapani

Wake up early in the morning and go to see Poon Hill's spectacular sunrise after getting up early in the morning and heading to Poon hill for an hour. The view of the sparkling mountains is a perfect place for a beautiful capture. Later on, the same day moves to lodge at Ghorepani after about one hour of exiting sunrise and trek down to Tadapani after breakfast. The starting parts of the trek are the steep uphill trail through the stone steps to the ridge, and after a few ups and downs, you reach to Deurali for a short break. Finally, we will have a short end walk to the ridge after passing through the forest and steep down to the river to cross the bridge. Stop the day at one of the lodges.

DAY 6

Tadapani to Sinuwa [ Altitude 2340m]

On the sixth day of your trek, get ready to move forward from Tadapani. After dropping down for a while from the forest, continue down to the river to cross the bridge at the bottom of the suspension and after a short climb, have an easy walk. Continue the trail to the Chomrong and steep downhill to the bottom of the hill then continue climbing to Sinuwa. Stay the night in tea house lodge of Sinuwa.

DAY 7

Sinuwa to Deurali [Altitude 3230m]

Begin the day with a leisurely walk through the trees; you're in the direction of Bamboo and go up to Dovan. Then the trail leads you through the valley to the Himalayas where you can stop for lunch and walk up to Deurali. Tea house sleeps overnight on the seventh day of the trail.

DAY 8

Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp [Altitude 4130m]

After climbing up the valley to get to the Machhapuchhare Base Camp, you will take a rest of an hour before heading to the Base Camp. If you don't have a problem climbing up, we will continue to walk overnight to Base Camp (if you have a problem going on, we should stop here overnight). Stay the night in one of the tea house lodges along the way.

DAY 9

Base Camp to Bamboo [Altitude 2340m]

After an excursion in the morning, path descends to Deurali through same valley and continues downward through the wood. You will find a smooth descent that isn't steep, and that has fun walks. Stop the trail at Bamboo and lodge at a tea house for an overnight.

DAY 10

Bamboo to Jhinu [Altitude 1780m]

After the morning breakfast at the lodge, the trail leads uphill to the ridge and an easy walk to Sinuwa through the stone steep. The trail then descends to the bottom of the hill and continues to climb to Chomrong. The trail descends steeply to Jhinu after a lunch break at Chomrong.

Once you get into the Guest House, you walk downhill for 15 minutes to the bank of the river where the relaxing hot spring is located. It is said that according to Hindu Mythology when we take a bath in it, we wash all our sins. A short climb to the lodge for overnight after time to get relaxed.

DAY 11

Jhinu to Pokhara [Altitude 1640m]

Once again this morning you can go to the hot spring then hike down to Naya pul and then drive back to Pokhara on the eleventh day of the trek. Overnight stay at Hotel Pokhara or Third Pole Hotel.

DAY 12

Drive back to Kathmandu

Drive-by tourist bus back to Kathmandu on the twelfth day of the trail. The drive to Kathmandu will take about 6 hours. In the evening: Nepali dinner at a restaurant [ Complement ] with a live cultural display. Overnight at the Thamel Eco Resort or skyline hotel in Kathmandu.

DAY 13

Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure

This is the last day of your stay, so utilize your free day. Later, on the same day, move to the final exit at the International Airport.

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Included & Excluded

    Price Includes:
     

    • The facility of airport pick up and drop via car/van/bus as per the need
    • Deluxe room in Kathmandu and Pokhara city (on the first day and last day)
    • Standard three-time meal (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) throughout the trekking
    • Roadways transportation, i.e. tourist bus from Kathmandu-Pokhara-to back Kathmandu
    • Transportation to the starting point of trek from Pokhara and vice-versa
    • Necessary and comfortable rooms throughout the trek
    • Kind, helpful and witty guide and porter (1 porter for two tourists)
    • All sort of accommodations such as salary, foods, drinks, transportation and insurance for porter and guide
    • Standard stay at Pokhara (the first night of the trekking and the last day of the trekking)
    • Quick arrangement of emergency Helicopter paid by Travel Insurance Company
    • Entrance permit to Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP)
    • Cards fees to trekker's Information Management System (TIMS)
    • arrangement of a duffle bag
    • Nepali farewell cushion in a typical restaurant along with cultural dance show
    • All kinds of tax, vat and official expenses & service charges

Good To Know

Some of the suggested lists of equipment for trekking in Nepal are given below. Our porters can hold between 20 kg to 25 kg of your
big bag. However, we suggest you carry your day pack on your own where you can quickly get access to the daytime thing as per your
need. Things such as camera,...

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