Annapurna-I, the tenth highest mountain in the world at 8,091 m, situated inside Annapurna Sanctuary, calls travelers from around the globe on a trip to experience its mighty grandeur at its base camp. Experience the central Himalayas like never before with spectacular mountain views on this 5-day hiking trip from Kathmandu/Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC-4130 m). Bond with your private guide and go on to explore stunning nature with dense forests, rivers, waterfalls, hot springs and traditional villages.
Outline itinerary:
Day 1: Pick up from your hotel in Kathmandu/Pokhara. (The travelers from Kathmandu will take a 30-minute flight to Pokhara.) The trip begins with a 2–3-hour drive from Pokhara to Simrung via Nayapul. The travelers will then begin their trek from Simrung to Sinuwa (10-11 km, 5-6 hours). A guest house in Sinuwa will be your halt for the night. (Max Altitude: 2340 m)
Day 2: Trek from Sinuwa to Deurali (10-11 km, 5-6 hours) via Himalaya, a small settlement with tea houses. Today you will be passing through a dense forest while exploring many waterfalls on the way. Deurali Guest House will be your halt for the night. (Max Altitude: 3230 m)
Day 3: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (10-11 km, 5-6 hours) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC). On your journey you will be passing through MBC valley. Later, teahouses at ABC will be your halt for the night. (Max Altitude: 4130 m)
Day 4: Witness a spectacular view of sunrise in the morning. Later, hike back to Bamboo/Sinuwa (12-14 km, 7-8 hours) via Deurali, Himalaya and Dobhan. A guest house here will be your halt for the night. (Min Altitude: 2340 m)
Day 5: Trek to Simrung via Jhinu Danda (Hot spring) (7-8 km, 4-5 hours) and drive back to Pokhara (2-3 hours). We will then drop all our travelers to their respective hotel (no later than 17:00 hrs) in Pokhara. (Min Altitude: 830 m).
Note: Travelers with return flight options will be dropped at Pokhara Airport for their flight back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu (no later than 19:30 hrs), we will drop all travelers at their respective hotels. Those with late evening international flights can proceed to the international terminal on their own.
Checklist for the Trip:
Down jacket or puffer jacket
Thermal base layers
A pair of trekking pants
Half- or full-sleeve T-shirts (as per the weather conditions)
Beanie
Gloves
Neck gaiter
High-ankle waterproof trekking boots (recommended)
A pair of warm socks
Towel
Backpack or a daypack
Crampons (for snowy conditions)
Trekking poles & sleeping bag (available to borrow at no additional cost)
Duffel bag(s) for porter service (available to borrow at no additional cost)
A CamelBak, or water bottle
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Toiletries
Travel insurance (recommended)
Season-wise temperature guide:
Spring/Autumn (Mar–May, Sep–Nov): Low: -3°C to 3°C, High: 2°C to 20°C
Summer/Monsoon (Jun–Aug): Low: 0°C to 5°C, High: 5°C to 22°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): Low: -10°C to -2°C, High: -5°C to 15°C
