Embark on 13 days of Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a blissful walk in the Annapurna region. People used to say, it’s a breathtaking journey but it is physically hard with steep slopes and rocky trails. Fill your heart and soul with the glorious scenery and immerse in the amazing hospitality of local people. Grab the excellent photography opportunity from the base of the world’s tenth-tallest mountain Mt. Annapurna I (8091 m). likewise, the ABC trek is the most traversed and diverse trekking route in Nepal. ABC trek traverses through an artistic local village, waterfalls, colorful rhododendron forest, cascading Modi River, and a great canyon within the Annapurna Conservation Area to Base Camp.
A precious walking to the Base Camp of Annapurna
The cultural and natural diversity is the major tourist attraction of the Annapurna base camp trek. Annapurna base camp itself is a natural amphitheater surprisingly surrounded by Fishtail, Gangapurna, Mardi Himal, Annapurna II, Tharpu Chuli, Annapurna I, Annapurna Fang, Annapurna South and Himal Chuli.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC) is an inspiring Hiking Experience in the heart of the Annapurna Range with the cultural immersion
Moreover, 60 % of the country’s trekkers hike to Annapurna base camp annually. Global Eco Trails has been conducting several trekking and tours across the country for many years. Hikers can get countless programs with us for a memorable holiday in Nepal. More importantly, grab integrated itineraries and cost-effective packages for a 13-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Whatever, consult Global Eco Trails experts for updated information. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is extendable to Mardi Himal Base Camp or Khobra Danda Trek for non-tourist areas.
Highlights of 13-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trails
- Enjoy the panoramic views of mountains and breathtaking sunrise from Poon Hill
- Experience the world's 8th highest Mt Annapurna Base Camp and immerse into its charming silence
- Experiencing the local culture and customs-memories that will last a lifetime!
- Enjoy the Sunset from Annapurna Base Camp over the Mountain.
- Enjoy being at Natural Hot Spring and relieve your muscle pain.
Overview of 13 Days Annapurna Base Camp Journey
Same as every trekking program in Nepal, upon arrival welcome and transfer to the hotel. 13-day Annapurna base camp followed by morning drive to Pokhara by Tourist bus. Global Eco Trails is ready to revise the itinerary to add the World Heritage Sightseeing in Kathmandu and fly to Pokhara in the late afternoon. See the details of the day tour here.
Annapurna ranges reflect on Fewa Lake in Pokhara
A trip to Pokhara by road is a wholesome experience that will last for years. Cherish the local Hilly region people living along the roadsides. The thundering Trisuli River and vibrant settlements along the way could help you understand more about Nepal and its people. Upon arrival check in the Hotel and stroll around the Fewa Lake side and do a Fewa Lake boating for peace of mind, where you will be away from the busy life.
After spending a night in Pokhara, drive to Ulleri and begin the ABC journey. The 13-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek route combines with artistically built villages, viewpoints, flora, and fauna of Annapurna Valley. The first day’s walking is mostly through green lush Rhododendron forests. On your day walk, you will spend a long time to reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani is one of the finest viewpoints of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Morning Hike to Poon Hill for Sunrise
Even though it is hard to wake up early in the morning, The Poon Hill Viewpoint is an unexpectedly good place to catch a stunning mountain view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Dhampus Peak, Tukuche Peak, Gangapurna, Nilgiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Machhapuchhre and valleys are the famous mountains seen from Poon Hill.
Every day the serene views are different. Reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,900 m) by traversing via Tadapani, Chhomrong Himalayan Hotel, Hinko Cave, and Deurali. The base camp of virgin Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) is tranquil and serene. Neither climbers get the permit to climb it nor try.
Visit Machhapuchre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp at Once!
Take precious time at Machhapuchre Base Camp while having lunch. The ultimate goal of the day is to reach ABC which will take about 2 hours from (lunch break) Machhapuchre Base camp. The Annapurna Base Camp is truly marvelous. It is proved that ABC is called Annapurna Sanctuary. Enjoy with mountain and Moraine, sunset and Sunrise with blue skies and stars. You were fighting to go up but descending is easier.
After descending from ABC it’s time to relish into the natural hot springs in Jhinu Danda. The hot water helps your body to get revitalized after the up-and-down walking activity. The next day is easier as you will walk for about 2 hours and catch a bus to Pokhara.
Altitude Mountain Sickness, Difficult, and Travel insurance for ABC Trek in Nepal
Altitude Sickness is a fetal disease, so we need to handle it carefully. In any high-elevation trekking, you have an equal chance of getting altitude sickness. But the ABC trek has less chance of getting altitude because we have planned the itinerary via Ghorepani Poon Hill. This makes you well acclimatize before reaching Annapurna Base Camp.
Nonetheless, for Trekking above 3000m, everyone should have travel insurance. Insurance is mandatory for any Trekking in Nepal. Remember, Insurance should cover, emergency evacuation, medical expenses, accidental, luggage loss, and trip cancellation.
Trekking to Annapurna and Machhapuchre Base Camp is relatively easy. However, it involves 5/6 hours (10km to 15 km) of daily walking in the mountain terrain. Doing some jogging with a few kilos of loads will help a lot before undertaking this trip. Start your exercise before a month to be safe in hand.
Food and Accommodation While Annapurna Base Camp Journey
Travel locally but stay comfortably! Verities of food and Accommodation are available in the major cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara. This depends on your preference! While in the Annapurna region trails, the accommodation is in lodges or teahouses basis. Some of the places like Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Chhumrung offer moderate types of accommodation including attached baths with a hot and cold shower. But in the busy season, sometimes you may do dormitories for 2/3 nights. This also depends on your booking. If you make a booking in few months in advance then you may get a nice room.
Food while on ABC trails, there are verities of delicious meals available along the Annapurna Base Camp trek route. In most of places, you will be served by a food menu, where you can choose but the higher you go the food items in the menu will be limited but there is enough food. As for the water, in some places, they may sell bottled water but you are discouraged from buying and recommended to drink the treated water that we are supplying you.
Annapurna Base Camp Hiking with locals
Travel locally but stay comfortably! Global Eco Trails is a Government-registered local Trekking company offering incredible travel deals to a wide audience. We believe our local Guide's focus on sustainable and immersive nature tours aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing local information.
Importantly, hiring a local for safety and security is always recommended. The trekking trails pass through canyons, valleys, Jungle, slopes, and high-altitude glaciers. A guide is mandatory for going to unknown places. Global Eco Trails assemble a small group who are coming individually from different countries.
When is the favorable time for Annapurna Base Camp?
Certainly, Nepal for all seasons! But trekking to high altitude terrain, you have to be specific for the weather and temperature. As for Annapurna Base Camp trails, Spring (March-May) and fall (September-December) is the highly recommended time of the year. The weather is clear and the temperature is a pleasure. Summer (June to August) and Winter (December to February) are not a favorable time for this trek.
Eventually, A professional local leader, proper gear, physical fitness, and updated information are the most important for a successful trek. We are a resourceful local trekking company with decades of experience. now, it's time to book your hassle-free holiday by inquiring with our experts. We wish you have a Great holiday ahead!
