Annapurna Base Camp Trek
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The principal peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Ganagapurna, Annapurna 3 and Machhapuchhare, are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheatre at the centre.
From this glacier basin, known as the Annapurna Sanctuary, the Modi Khola continues its way south in a narrow gorge fully 12,000 ft. deep. Further south, the gorge opens up into a wide and fertile valley, the domain of the Gurungs. The middle and upper portions of Modi Khola offer some of the best short trekking routes in Nepal, and the valley is located so that these treks can be easily combined with treks into the Kali Gandaki region to the west.
In spite of the great heights of the surrounding peaks and ice walls, the valley floor between 12,000 and 14,000 ft. can provide comfortable camping spots in good weather.
The highlights and challenges of the trek are even more exhilarating. The terraced farmland above Pokhara - Visit the inner sanctuary of Annapurna panoramic views of 10 peaks over 6000m - Views of Dhaulagiri and the Kali Gandaki from Poon Hill - Surrounded by a ring of impressive mountains, including Annapurna I 8091m (26540ft.) - The combination of pretty villages and farmland at Ghaundrung, set against the panorama of high peaks beyond makes this one of the most picturesque of treks - Natural hot spring at Jhinudanda.
Annapurna base camp trek is suitable for any walker looking for something a little more challenging and energetic. It does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience. Although the terrain is not difficult, some vigorous hiking experience is useful. And it does not require any technical experience; only that you be in good physical conditioning and be able to hike for 4-6 hours over hilly terrain with a light day pack.
- Duration: 15 day(s)
- Location: Annapurna Region
Day 1: Pick up and transfer from Tribhuvan Int'l Airport to your hotel
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Day 3: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1577m)
Day 4: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2875m)
Day 5: Ghorepani to Poonhill (3210m) for viewing sunrise and then trek to Tadapani (2660m)
Day 6: Tadapani to Sinuwa (2300m)
Day 7: Sinuwa to Deurali (3100m)
Day 8: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m)
Day 9: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2460m)
Day 10: Bamboo to Hot Spring (1800m)
Day 11: Hot Spring to Ghandruk (1950m)
Day 12: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara.
Day 13: Sightseeing tour of Pokhara Valley
Day 14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 15: Transfer to the international airport for your outbound journey
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