Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

Upon arrival in the Kathmandu Airport (TIA), you will be welcomed and greeted by our representative and then transfer to the hotel. After check in, you can either take rest; hang around in the city as it all depends upon your interests. In the evening, we will organize a Welcome Dinner at an excellent traditional Nepalese restaurant where you will enjoy a Nepalese cultural program as well as a fine meal.
Hotel Encounter Nepal

Meals: Dinner 
  Max Altitude: 1300m/4264 feet

After breakfast, break the day with guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions of Kathmandu. The first visit is made in Swayambhunath Stupa- oldest stupa situated on the hillock. Enjoy the bird eyes view of Kahtmandu Valley and mountains. After then visit Kahtmandu Durbar Square – Palace of Malla and then Shah King of Nepal. Visit Kumari Ghar (living goddes), Kasthamandap (made up of single tree), Hanuman Dhoka (Gate to enter the palace) and many more temples. Finally visit in Patan Durbar Square- city of fine art and architecture. Visit Krishna Temple, Palace square, Mahabauddha, Mahabihar and many more temples and master piece monuments. Late afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. Black Diamond briefs us regarding the trip as well as provides us opportunity to ask any questions we may have regarding our upcoming adventure. Overnight in Kathmandu; Hotel Encounter Nepal.

Meals: Breakfast

Today we are going towards naturally beautiful city Pokhara, destination of adventurous activities and gateway of trekking in Annapurna Region. After breakfast, we drive towards the tourist bus stand. After then our six hours pleasurable drive begins passing through beautiful landscapes along the Trishuli River and Marshyangdi River. On the way, our coach stops twice, one for breakfast and another for lunch. Upon arrival in Pokhara afternoon, check into the hotel and take a rest. Late afternoon we enjoy the boating on Fewa Lake and visit Barahi Temple. Evening is free on your own. Overnight in Pokhara.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 823m/2,700ft
Drive Duration: 6 hrs 

Today is the beginning day of our trek. Early morning after breakfast we drive up to Nayapul and then start our trek. We walk gradually along the Modi Khola passing the check post of ACAP. After passing metal bridge, we take the right turn and walk along the Modi Khola towards Syauli Bazzar. Up to Syauli Bazzar the trail is gradual up and then we walk steep up through the stone steps passing beautiful small villages up to Ghandruk. Finally after about 6 hours walk we reach Ghandruk village also popular as a village of stone houses, inhabited by the Gurung people. We enjoy the stunning close up view of Mt. Annapurna South, Hiuchuli and Fishtail as well as acquaint ourselves with the simple but rich cultural traditions of the Gurung people.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 1,940m/6,363ft 
Trek Duration: 5-6 hrs
Drive Duration: 1 hr

After leisure breakfast, we start the trek. Today the trail is ups and down and through the dense forest of Oak and rhododendron. First, we climb up for an hour and then steep descent to Kimron Khola. Then we again climb up to Taulung and then steep descend and horizontal walk for an hour. After then steep climb continues up to Chomrong. From Chomrong we can see the towering mighty peak of Annapurna South and Fishtail.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,170m/7,118ft
Trek Duration: 5 hrs 

Today we walk along the Modi Khola and through the thick and dark rhododendron forest. After leisure breakfast, we leave the Chomrong village crossing the suspension bridge and then steep climb to Sinuwa. From Sinuwa, further trail is gradual up through dense forest till Khuldighar. Further, we descend a long and steep stone steps till Bamboo. Then crossing the bridge, we walk gradual up for about 2 hours and reach Dovan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,600m/8,528ft
Trek Duration: 3 to 4 hrs

Today all the way is gradual up along the Modi Khola. We walk through the thick bamboo, oak and rhododendron forests passing the canyon. After Himalaya Hotel, we cross two small streams. There is also a possibility to see wildlife such as deer, snow leopard, pig and different kind of birds. Enjoying the peace nature, passing by Hinko Cave we finally reach in Deurali.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 3230m/ 10,595ft
 
Trek Duration: 4 hrs 

Today we reach the main destination of our trek, Annapurna Base Camp. We begin our trek climbing gently through a river bed of Bagar. In the route, we find ourselves surrounded by the giant snowcapped mountains. The strenuous hike to Machhapuchre Base Camp (MBC- 3700m) is neutralized by the spectacular view of Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III and Gangapurna. From MBC the vegetation disappears. Further, we hike for another 2 to 3 hours passing through few huts alongside a moraine and enjoying the view of close up vertical south face of Annapurna and reach Annapurna Base Camp. 360 degrees panoramic view of Mt. Fishtail, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiuchuli and other peaks are awesome.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 4,130m/13,546ft
Trek Duration: 6-7 hrs

Early in the morning catch the magnificent sunrise view over the Himalayas. After breakfast, we descend back all the way to Bamboo passing MBC, Deurali and Dovan. All the way Himalayas view fascinate us. Descending along the Modi Khola, passing through the forest, finally we reach in Bamboo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 2310m/7575ft
Trek Duration: 6 hrs 

Today’s trail is ups and down. Initially, we make a steep ascent up to Kuldi Ghar and then steep descent to Sinuwa and then to lower Chomorong. From there we again climb to Chomrong and then descent continuously to Jhinu Danda. Late afternoon we take a bath at hot spring in Jhinu Danda.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Max Altitude: 1760m/5770 ft
Trek Distance: 6 hrs 

We trek from Jhinu danda to New bridge and then to Kyumi village. After lunch we trek to Sayali bazar and then down to Birethanti. From Birethanti, a half-an-hour’s trek takes us to Naya Pul. The trek ends at Naya Pul. From Naya Pul we take a vehicle and reach Pokhara in about an hour. We might take opportunity to visit some more places around Pokhara until evening. Overnight in Pokhara.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek Duration: 6 hrs 
Drive Duration: 1 hr

After early breakfast drive towards Tourist Bus Park to catch a Tourist Coach to Kathmandu. After 6 hours leisure drive along the Marshyangdi River and Trishuli River; and enjoying the beautiful landscapes we reach in Kathmandu late afternoon. Transfer to hotel and relax. Evening you can do last minute shopping in Thamel Area. Late evening we celebrate the success of our trek taking dinner together. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive Duration: 6 hrs

After breakfast, you are free till the departure time. A representative from Black Diamond will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours prior to your scheduled flight for final departure.

Meals: Breakfast