Venture deep into the central Himalayas on an epic 5-day expedition from Kathmandu or Pokhara. Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) places you directly at the feet of a giant: the colossal, ice-carved amphitheater of Annapurna I (8,091m). With expert guidance, you will conquer dramatic terrain shaped by cascading waterfalls, wild rivers, hidden hot springs, and vibrant mountain villages. Personalize your alpine adventure with optional domestic flights, hearty meals, and expert porter support.
Brief Itinerary
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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, tea houses 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 off at their respective hotels in Pokhara no later than 17:00 hrs. (Min Altitude: 830 m).
Note: Travelers with the return flight option will be dropped at Pokhara Airport for their flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu by 19:00, we will transfer travelers either to their respective hotels or directly to the international terminal for late evening international departures.
Checklist:
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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)
Seasonal Temperature Guide
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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
