14-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal
Join a certified mountain leader for this once-in-a-lifetime experience doing the Annapurna base camp trek in the Himalayas. Head to one of the range's most iconic peaks, enjoying breathtaking scenery and plenty of incredible sights along the way.
Group
Himalaya
14 Days
Feb - Jun, Sep - Nov
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Enjoy the stunning scenery around Annapurna.
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Kathmandu.
- Get the chance to explore traditional mountain villages and meet local people.
Description
Taking two weeks to head out on the Annapurna base camp trek is one of the best decisions you will ever make!
Spend a day exploring Kathmandu, the capital, and see all of the city’s top attractions, including three different UNESCO World Heritage sites.
After this appetizer, it will be time for the main course and we will drive out to the Pokhara valley, where we will enjoy incredibly beautiful scenery and great views out toward the might Himalayas.
The rest of our trip will be spent hiking through the Himalayan foothills, crossing over rushing rivers, passing through thick bamboo, oak and rhododendron forest and visiting local mountain villages along the way.
Along with simply stunning views of Machhapuchhre, Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna. The best views will be at the climax of the trip, once we have arrived at the Annapurna base camp.
We’ll be sure to spend plenty of time where the views are though, as numerous different villages along the way offer unique vantage points of Annapurna and the Himalayas.
We will also take time to get to know some of the local people, sharing in their way of life and eating local cuisine.
By the time the trip is over, you will be yearning to come back to Nepal in order to experience the majesty of the Himalayas once more.
(For a more detailed itinerary please see below.)
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this unforgettable 14-day Annapurna base camp trek in stunning Nepal!
If you like the look of this trip, but are looking for something just a little bit shorter, then we think you may also enjoy our 9-day Royal Trek in the Annapurna Region!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
- Permit and entrance fees
- Porters
- Mountain guide expenses
Price details
- Breakfast included
- Airport pickup and drop off on the first and the last days of this tour in a private vehicle
- Twinsharing accommodation in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara with a breakfast plan
- Lodge/Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the trek is mostly twinshared
- Kathmandu valley tour in a private vehicle and entrance fees includes
- An Englishspeaking tour guide for the Kathmandu valley tour
- Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu
- An experienced and certified, Englishspeaking local trekking guide and porter (One porter for each two trekkers- max weight 25kgs.)
- Insurance of field staff, including their meals, salary, lodging, and transportation
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permit
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card
- Comprehensive firstaid kit
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
- Trip accomplishment certificate
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
We will meet at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at a Hotel. Meals Nil
Day 2: Kathmandu
We will spend the day exploring the various cultural sites in Kathmandu, including Durbar Square, Swaymbhunath (the Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath.
Overnight at a Hotel. Breakfast included
Day 3: Pokhara
We will take the bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Overnight at a Hotel. Breakfast included.
Day 4: Ulleri
We will start the day by driving to Naya Pul and spend the rest of the day hiking through a native forest until we reach Ulleri.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 5: Ghorepani
We will spend the day hiking through more native forest and on to Ghorepani village, where we get out first great views of Annapurna.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 6: Tadapani
We start the day by hiking up to the top of Poon Hill, which provides panoramic views of the surroundings. Afterwards, we will continue on to Tadapani, crossing several hills and more forest along the way.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 7: Chhomrong
We will spend the day hiking to Chhomrong, where we will have the chance to explore the village and meet the local people. We will also get some of the best views of Annapurna and the surrounding mountains from here.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 8: Himalaya Hotel
We will spend the day hiking down to the Chhomrong Khola river, before hiking back up the other side to Khuldighar. From here, we will continue on through some more hills to the Himalaya Hotel, from which we get great views of the glacier.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 9: Machapuchare Base Camp
We will steadily climb up through a beautiful valley, past the Hinko Cave and Deurali waterfalls to the Machapuchare Base Camp, from which we will enjoy more stunning views.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 10: Bamboo
We will begin our hike back by returning down into the valley and staying in Bamboo.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 11: Jhinu Danda
We will continue the trek back, crossing the Chhomrong Khola river again en route to Jhindu Danda, where we will enjoy some of the local hotsprings.
Overnight at a Guesthouse. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 12: Pokhara
We will hike back to Ghandruk and then on to Naya Pul before transferring back to Pokhara.
Overnight at a Hotel. Breakfast included.
Day 13: Kathmandu
We will return to Kathmandu on the bus and can enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant once we return.
Overnight at a Hotel. Breakfast and farewell dinner included.
Day 14: Departure
Transfer back to the airport and head home.
Breakfast included.
Details
More info
Equipment list:
- Accessories
Duffel Bag Backpack Sleeping Bag Gloves Pole Stick Water bottles (3 liters capacity) Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm Headlamp, spare batteries Toiletries, and a small washcloth (bandana can serve as a washcloth) Camera
- Footwear
Hiking boots Hiking socks Sandals
- Headgear
Brimmed sunhat and bandana Warm hat
- Clothing
Rain shell, waterproof/breathable jacket Warm top, such as a long-sleeved sweater One or two cotton shirts Long pants Fleece jacket Rain pants, waterproof/breathable pant
Meeting point
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About the guide
Travel Max Guide
Tour Operator
Travel Max Guide Adventure is a tour operator based in Kathmandu, Nepal. We offer the most amazing trekking adventures, from Everest Base Camp Trek and classic Annapurna Base Camp Trek to other unique off-the-beaten-path itineraries in Nepal.
Our guides are all experienced certified climbing guides by the Nepali Government, Mountain Leaders, Tourist guides and Nature guides. We are official registered under the Department of Tourism, Nepal Government. Our guides know every village you will visit along the trek, and also the lodges and are familiar with the most remote corners of Nepal.
We will take you through beautiful trails, surrounded by the impressive view of the majestic Himalyas, lush forests and valleys, discovering the ancient culture and traditions of our beautiful country along the way. We offer unique and authentic lifetime experiences trips, together with a personalized service and high quality and safety standards.
Contact us and get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Nepal!
Languages
Nepali | Hindi | French | English | Chinese
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