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Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Operated by Intrepid Travel
Tripcode: HNXS
Overview
Destination:
Nepal,
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 12)
Travel Period
October 2026 - December 2028
Trek through the ancient kingdoms and mountain vistas of the Himalayan Annapurna Ranges on this 15-day adventure. Pass icy glaciers, follow the curve of turquoise rivers, cross mountain pastures, dip into natural hot springs and encounter mule trains carrying supplies to remote villages. Rest and revive in cosy mountain teahouses and meet friendly locals along the way. Spend time in both Kathmandu and Pokhara and gain insight into Nepali culture and tradition.
ALTERNATE ITINERARY:
Due to the nature of outdoor travel, please be aware that this trip will operate on an amended itinerary in high-risk weather conditions.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement will only be included on Days 1, 2,13,14 (Hotel) and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. You will need to provide 2 passport size photographs for your trekking permit.
3. This trip ends in Pokhara. Intrepid offers a pre-arranged transfer and flight service option back to Kathmandu airport. Enquire with your agent at least 30 days prior to your trip departure.
4. Any excess luggage can be stored at the starting hotel in Kathmandu. As trip ends in Pokhara, most travellers generally head back to Kathmandu for onward travel, and can pick up excess luggage at that time. If the traveller is leaving Pokhara direct, the Trip Leader can arrange for a private vehicle to transfer luggage to Pokhara at 110 USD. This cost may be divided among the interested participants.
5. Please be aware that in the event of an emergency evacuation, Intrepid does not have control over which helicopter service may be used. Some helicopters are not in regular use with Intrepid and have not passed our internal safety auditing.
2. You will need to provide 2 passport size photographs for your trekking permit.
3. This trip ends in Pokhara. Intrepid offers a pre-arranged transfer and flight service option back to Kathmandu airport. Enquire with your agent at least 30 days prior to your trip departure.
4. Any excess luggage can be stored at the starting hotel in Kathmandu. As trip ends in Pokhara, most travellers generally head back to Kathmandu for onward travel, and can pick up excess luggage at that time. If the traveller is leaving Pokhara direct, the Trip Leader can arrange for a private vehicle to transfer luggage to Pokhara at 110 USD. This cost may be divided among the interested participants.
5. Please be aware that in the event of an emergency evacuation, Intrepid does not have control over which helicopter service may be used. Some helicopters are not in regular use with Intrepid and have not passed our internal safety auditing.
Highlights:
- 1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement will only be included on Days 1, 2,13,14 (Hotel) and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 2. You will need to provide 2 passport size photographs for your trekking permit. 3. This trip ends in Pokhara. Intrepid offers a pre-arranged transfer and flight service option back to Kathmandu airport. Enquire with your agent at least 30 days prior to your trip departure. 4. Any excess luggage can be stored at the starting hotel in Kathmandu. As trip ends in Pokhara, most travellers generally head back to Kathmandu for onward travel, and can pick up excess luggage at that time. If the traveller is leaving Pokhara direct, the Trip Leader can arrange for a private vehicle to transfer luggage to Pokhara at 110 USD. This cost may be divided among the interested participants. 5. Please be aware that in the event of an emergency evacuation, Intrepid does not have control over which helicopter service may be used. Some helicopters are not in regular use with Intrepid and have not passed our internal safety auditing.
Standard inclusions
- Meals: Meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 dinner.
- Transport: Private vehicle.
- Accommodation: Hotel (4 nights), Teahouse (10 nights).
- Annapurna Base Camp - 11D/10N Trek.
- Annapurna Base Camp - Porterage of One Bag (10kg/22lbs max).
- Poonhill - Poonhill Sunrise.
- Khuldighar - Varaha Temple.
- Annapurna Base Camp - Sunrise.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1: Kathmandu
Namaste! Welcome to Nepal. Your adventure begins in Kathmandu with a welcome meeting at 2 pm. If you arrive early, maybe get out and do some exploring. Maybe take a wander through the markets and bazaars that are central to Nepali life, where stalls and hole-in-the-wall shops sell everything from Buddhas to beetroot. Or, check out Durbar Square, home to the palace of the Kumari Devi – considered to be a living goddess. After your meeting, you might like to join your fellow travellers for a group dinner.
Day 2: Pokhara
Leave Kathmandu early this morning and drive to Pokhara. With its lakeside setting beneath the snow-capped Annapurna range, the city is a jumping-off point for the trek ahead. Once part of an important trade route between India and Tibet, the region is home to the Magars, Gurungs and Thakali communities. This afternoon, you’ll have your trek briefing and preparation, and depending on when you arrive, there may be time to hire a small boat for a paddle on the lake. There are also plenty of cafes, shops and stalls. If you need to hire some extra trekking gear, you can find that here, too.
Day 3: Ulleri
At 8091 m (26,545 ft), Annapurna 1 is one of the highest mountains in the world and its surrounding sister mountains are equally imposing. Drive to Nayapul, gear up and start your trek. Follow the Bhurungi Khola to Thikhedhunga, then trek through farmland before a steep ascent to Ulleri, where if the sky is clear, you’ll get views of Annapurna South for the first time.
Day 4: Ghorepani
Continue to ascend to Ulleri Village through a pleasant rhododendron forest, then stay overnight at Ghorepani. Tonight, relax at camp, rest your legs and maybe play a few card games with your trekking buddies.
Day 5: Tadapani
Early birds might like to watch the sunrise over Annapurna and the snowcapped Dhaulagiri range from nearby Poon Hill. What better way to start the day! After breakfast, continue your trekto Tadapani. Hike through some of the densest rhododendron forests in the Annapurna region, and maybe glimpse a Himalayan monal, Nepal’s rainbow-coloured national bird.
Day 6: Sinuwa
Keep your sunrise streak going with dawn views of the Annapurna range from Tadapani, including Machhapuchhare – also called ‘the fishtail’ for its characteristic double peak. Then descend to Kimrung Khola before climbing again to Chhomrong village, at the base of Hiunchuli (6441 m/21,132 ft). Take in the views, then tuck into some delicious pizza for dinner.
Day 7: Doban
Today, your journey is going to be (literally) full of highs and lows. The trail drops down to the Chorong Khola, where you’ll cross a suspension bridge. Then, climb some stone stairs as you make your way to Lower Sinuwa, followed by Upper Sinuwa. Continue to Khuldighar until you come across a mix of trails and stairs going through forests of bamboo and rhododendron, as well as a temple. When you get to the waterfall, you’re done for the day! Head to the teahouse that will be your abode for the night.
Day 8: Machapuchare Base Camp
Leaving your teahouse behind, continue up the narrow valley to Deurali. Sticking to the west bank of the Modi River, come out of the gorge and enter a sweeping glacial valley near Machhapuchhre Base Camp, your home for the night. Camp sits beneath the sacred mountain of the same name, famously known as ‘Fishtail.’ Settle in for the evening, fuel up and hydrate for tomorrow’s ascent to your highest point so far!
Day 9: Annapurna Base Camp
Today’s a special one. Ascend farther from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp – the highest point of your trek. As you take in the views of Annapurna 1, Annapurna South, Machhapuchre and Hiunchuli, it's hard not to feel like you’re on top of the world. Depending on how your legs and lungs are holding up, you may decide to remain at Machhapuchhre Base Camp or stay at Annapurna Base Camp for the night. The views from both base camps are fantastic – all the hard work to get here was worth it!
Day 10: Bamboo
Wake up early for one more sunrise view over Base Camp! You're close enough now to (almost) reach out and touch the peaks of Annapurna 1 (the 10th highest mountain in the world), Macchapucchhre, Annapurna South, Tent Peak, Gangapurna, Himchuli and Annapurna 3. After sunrise, head back down the valley the same way to Bamboo (or farther if the knees can handle it).
Day 11: Jhinu Danda
Passing back through the up-and-down staircases of Chhomrong, continue the decent to Jhinu Danda. If you’d like to give your legs a well-deserved rest, it’s a short walk down to a nearby natural hot spring by the Modi Khola.
Day 12: Pothana
You’re getting close to the home stretch now! Descend steeply to the Modi Khola river canyon, where you’ll cross the water on a suspension bridge, then start the steady climb through terraced rice fields and along cliffside paths to the traditional Gurung village of Landruk. Continue along rolling mountain trails to the hamlet of Tolkha, then head up to the rhododendron forests of Deurali Pass. Wind your way down to Pothana, where’ll you stop for one more teahouse evening.
Day 13: Pokhara
This is the final day of the trek! It’s a short downhill stretch all the way from Pothana to Phedi via Dhampus village – and then, you’ve made it! After lunch, drive to Pokhara and check into your hotel for a blissful shower and an end-of-trek dinner celebration to enjoy the good things in life – like a cold beer or cocktail.
Day 14: Pokhara
Enjoy a free day in Pokhara to unwind, relax and give those muscles a rest after all that trekking. Your leader can advise you of some fun things to do. It’s worth taking a boat out on the lake, especially if the weather's nice. Or, maybe hit the lakeside area for great shopping or cafe-hopping. Pokhara has an interesting historic area as well as an elaborate Hindu temple and a Buddhist monastery. Perhaps visit the Peace Pagoda, where spectacular views of the mountains await. You get views from here of the Annapurnas, Machhapuchhare and back across to Pokhara. You might also like to visit the International Mountain Museum to learn of some amazing tales of past climbing expeditions.
Day 15: Pokhara
With no activities planned for today, you are free to depart at any time. Pokhara is a peaceful lakeside haven, so if you would like to spend more time here, just speak with your booking agent about additional accommodation.
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Intrepid is a small group tour travel company with humble beginnings that now sends over 100,000 travellers a year on grassroots and responsible travel tours.
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