ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

(16 days)

Annapurna Base Camp (a trek in sync with ecological beauty at its best)
Trekking in the shadows of the Annapurna

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is a moderate nature trek that starts at Phedi, a short drive of about 45 minutes from Pokhara, which takes you to the foot [Base Camp, 4130m] of Mt. Annapurna, one of the most magnificent peaks in the world. The trail takes you through fascinating traditional villages of Nepal’s ethnic communities of the Gurung, Magar, and Thakali who will greet you very warmly if you cared to stop for a conversation. The hike continues through dense rhododendron forest with towering snowy peaks in the background. The return walk is even more interesting as the trek winds around different ridges towards Ghorepani, where you witness breathtaking views of an early morning sunrise where a red halo seeps through glistening gaps over the snow capped peaks of the Annapurna & Dhaulagiri Mountains. The sceneries seen throughout this trek grace the landscape of the Himalayas where imagination defines the beauty of nature as an experience that can never be forgotten.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek will be even more interesting in spring as the whole forest along the trail turns red, pink and white with rhododendron flowers. This wonder trip can be done anytime of the year except during the monsoons [July thru August].

» TRIP FACTS
Trip duration: 16 Days
Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging - Grade Explanation
Activity: Trekking and sightseeing
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu
Trek type: TH (Tea House / Lodge)
Accommodation: Hotel, lodge (tea house)
Transportation: Flight & private car
Maximum altitude: 4130m

TESTIMONIALS

"We have had an excellent trip to Nepal. Explore Himalaya have been very good in ensuring everything has worked out smoothly. Yalamber has been very helpful and friendly when in Kathmandu, and Bharat was an excellent guide during our trek."

Name: Kenneth & Fiona MacDougall
Country: Scotland
Area: Annapurna trek, rafting, paragliding
Date: May, 2009

I have just returned to Denmark from an fantastic trekking tour to Annapurna and I am very grateful to the team from Explore Himalaya, the porters and the guides, thanks to all not at least the guides who were very professional, helpful and kind.
Name: Susan Mary Nielsen
Country: Denmark
Destination: Annapurna Sanctuary
Date: October 2008

“It's been a very good experience to trek in Nepal and our guides and porters made it an even better experience.”
Name: Carsten Rasmussen
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna Base camp

“The whole trip was excellent and I was very happy with the service provided by Explore Himalaya and my guides.”
Name: Richard Brealey
Country: UK
Area: Annapurna Base camp + Jomson

“A very nice trek and stay in Pokhara and Kathmandu. We have had great service. Thank you”
Your trek guide: “Superb and very helpful to the clients. Porters were great’
Name: Helle Hoestrup
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna Sanctuary

» OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 02 - Sightseeng in Kathmandu
Day 03 - Fly to Pokahara & drive to Phedi, trek to Dhampus [1700m]
Day 04 - Trek to Landrung [1550m]
Day 05 - Trek to Chomrong [2100m]
Day 06 - Trek to Himalaya hotel [2850m]
Day 07 - A day for rest day
Day 08 - Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp [3700m]
Day 09 - Trek to Annapurna south base camp [4130m]
Day 10 - Trek to Chomrong [2100m]
Day 11 - Trek to Ghandrunk [1940m]
Day 12 - Trek to Banthanti [2410m]
Day 13 - Trek to Ghorepani [2880m]
Day 14 - Trek to Nayapul, drive to Pokhara
Day 15 - Fly to Kathmandu
Day 16 - Depart Kathmandu

DATES
23 March 2010 - 7 April 2010
6 April 2010 - 21 April 2010
20 April 2010 - 5 May 2010
4 May 2010 - 19 May 2010
21 September 2010 - 6 October 2010
5 October 2010 - 20 October 2010
19 October 2010 - 3 November 2010
2 November 2010 - 17 November 2010
23 November 2010 - 8 December 2010
21 December 2010 - 5 January 2011

PRICE
Per person on twin sharing: USD1365
Single room supplement: USD60

PRICE INCLUDES:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in lodge during the trek
Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu airfare
English speaking local expert guide, porters
National Park fees
3 nights accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on double sharing with breakfast
All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees.
Airport transfers and escort
Insurance of the guide and porters

PRICE EXCLUDES:
International flight & departure tax
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client's insurance.

Trip Name :	ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP

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