ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu (1300m): transfer to hotel and overnight at hotel.
You will meet at the airport & greeted by our airport representative who will be on standby to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Thamel. At evening is free and after you’ve refreshed, you can go for a stroll down the street to get familiar with your environment. Window shopping would be a good start to look around in Kathmandu.
Including: Airport pick up and AC Deluxe accommodation with breakfast
Day 02: Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu valley & an orientation.
After Breakfast, your tour guide will take you for the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley. Your tour will include Patan Durbar Square, (Monkey Temple) Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
The Pashupatinath is a significant place of a visit because this is a heritage site & is the most important religious site for Hindus in Nepal & India. Within the restrictions of this temple are cremation zones where the bodies of Nepalese, right from the pauper on the streets to the king of Nepal are cremated at this old temple. In the early evening, we get back to our hotel & refresh after which your senior trek leader (Guide) will meet the group & orient you on the whole program related to your trip. You will even have sufficient time to buy some trekking gear if you need anything’s in Thamel.
Including: AC Deluxe Hotel with Breakfast, English Tour guide and privet transportation Sight seen entrance fee $25 extra pay by clients
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (210 K west of Kathmandu) – 7/8 Hours.
We drive along the attractive Trisuli and Marsyangdi River to reach Pokhara, it’s an attractive drive as we go by the beautiful river which is also good for rafting; we can see Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak as well during the Driving. Pokhara is a touristic glory of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with her lovely mountains; after 6 hours of driving; we will arrive in Pokhara, the city of lakes Welcome to this gorgeous town of serene lakes that gives so much significance to your holidays.
Including: AC Deluxe Hotel with Breakfast, Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist AC Bus
Day 04: Pokhara (815 m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) 1 hrs drive and Trek to Tikhedunga (1577m) – 4/5 Hours.
After breakfast in your hotel, our day starts our driving to Nayapul which takes around one and half hours. We then start the first part of our Trekking out to Tikhedunga (1577M) Via Birethanti (1065m.) this is a beautiful easy flat out hike as we pass through several small lively villages and settlements. After some time, we will ascend gently to the final purpose of the day.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (2675m) – 6 Hours.
Today, we climb steeply for the first 2 hours and then climb gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti. This path gives us out of this world views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. Our trail now gets quite easy going as we pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds which gives us good feelings till we go up gently to the final camp.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 06: Hike to Poonhill (3180m.) and trek to Tadapani (2675m.) – 6 hours.
Today, early in the morning we hike to Poonhill (3230m) to enjoy the sunrise views over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920m), Nilgiri (6940m), Varaha Shikhar (7847m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna III (7855m), Machhapuchhare (6993m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna II (7937m), Lamjung Himal (6931m) and other many snowcapped mountains in the morning. Poonhill has always been a symbol of beauty for the Annapurna section. We next hike down to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast at our lodge and trek to Tadapani (2650m). Most part of the trail we trek is through blossoming rhododendron forest. The gorgeous flower makes the jungle colorful in spring when they bloom.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 07: Trek from Tadapani (2675m) to Chomrong- 5 Hours.
We enjoy our hike by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. We hear the chirping of different kinds of birds on the way to Kimrung Khola. We then straightaway ascend steeply and walk at a flat level for 45 minutes with gentle steep paths in-between and flat all the way to Chomrong which the gateway to Annapurna Base Camp. Chomrong is a village that is situated at the base of the Himalchuli.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 08: Trek from Chhomrong to Himalaya – 7 Hours.
We start our trek after breakfast at the lodge. The trail descends on stone stairs for the first one and half hour and crosses the Chhomrong Village on a suspension bridge, then climbs out of the side valley. Trek above the Modi Khola, the trail passes through forests of bamboo Village, rhododendron, and oak. Hiking further on a rocky path we will reach Sinuwa, at 2350m & then we trek gently through the forest and go down a long, steep stone stairs into deep bamboo and rhododendron forests to reach Bamboo and walk on gently towards Dovan and Himalaya.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 09: Trek from Himalaya to Annapurna Base Camp (4170m) via Machhapuchare Base Camp (3820m) – 5/6 Hours.
We will trek gently ascend through bamboo forests with varieties of rhododendron and oak trees. It’s real enjoyable hereabouts on our way to the Annapurna Base Camp. The first town you reach is Himalaya Hotel (2900m.). Beyond it, the trail is steeply ascending up to Hinko Cave (3160m.), this is named so because it’s a huge suspended rock which provides some protection against rain and avalanches. It takes around twenty-five minutes through a normally ascending path to reach Deurali (3230m.).
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 10: Trekking from Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan (2630m)
It takes about five hours. It’s much easier as we go down. You should have no problem reaching Sinuwa from Annapurna Base Camp in a single day, however; we have chosen this route as some trekkers may have a problem with going down due to shaking or wobble legs that could be tired. Tonight stay at Guesthouse.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 11: Trekking from Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m) – 6 Hours.
The trekking trail is a descent up to Bamboo passing through forests with a variety of rhododendron, oaks and bamboo plants. After Bamboo, the trail goes suddenly up an hour and the trail is quite flat until Sinuwa Village. We trek regularly descending to the Chhumrong Khola and we have to follow a stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhumrong. The last part of the trail is steep down to Jhinu danda. We into our rooms at the guest house then we could go to the Hot Springs to take an energizing bath in the warm salt waters. Tornight stay at a Guesthouse.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and standard guest house accommodation.
Day 12: Trek from Jhinudanda to Nayapul 6 hrs and 1 hrs drive from Nayapul to Pokhara-
The first part of the trekking is descent and then appears through flat land until Birethati we will stop at Birethati and after walking about 30 minutes to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara and Tonight stay at a hotel.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch and AC Deluxe Hotel with breakfast
Day 13: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 Hours).
On the way and we are able to see countryside settlements, gushing rivers, terraces, and green rural landscapes. After 6/7 hours driving, we will arrive in Kathmandu. Tonight stay at a hotel.
Including: AC Deluxe Hotel with Breakfast, AC tourist Bus Pokhara to Kathmandu
Note: If you are concerned about other activities in Nepal such as a Chitwan Jungle Safari, Seti River Rafting, a Lumbini visit, Paragliding, Everest Mountain Flight and an Ultralight Flight, then you can start now we are on vacation and this only happens once probably in a lifetime…enjoy it today because tomorrow never comes. The mountains of Nepal always beckon.
Day 14: Transfer to airport for your departure.
You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home.
Cost inclusive:
All airport/Hotel transfers by Privet vehicle
- AC Deluxe Hotel including breakfast In Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Kathmandu Valley Sight seen by private transport
- Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu AC Tourist Bus
- All necessary paper work and permits TIMS
- Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
- after dinner seasonal fresh fruit
- All mountain accommodation(Soft comfortable private twin sharing room)
- An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Guide & porter salary, insurance, equipment, transport and lodging
- A comprehensive medical kit
- All government and local taxes
- Trekking equipment such as down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag
Cost Exclusive:
- Drinking Mineral water, Tea, Coffee, Hot water and extra bar bill
- City sight seen entrance fees $25 in Kathmandu
- Wi-Fi and electronic device recharge
- Personal expenses
- Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Travel insurance & evacuation
- Tip for guide porter drivers appreciated
Accommodations
We will be accommodated in 3-star Categories hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. Nepal Unique Treks will book the best available teahouses during the trek but understand that the trails of Mardi Himal Trek are not as frequented by tourists as the Annapurna and Everest regions. Therefore, the guesthouse facilities will be very basic. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and Pokhara but it might be difficult to find them during the trek.
Meals
During our trek, we can enjoy authentic Nepalese food as well the more common international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.). Breakfast and dinner will be provided from the teahouse or from a lodge menu where we spend the night whereas lunch will be provided on the way to the next destination. All meals, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, will be provided during trekking while only breakfast will be available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners.
Important Note
Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Nepal Unique Treks. Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Travel Insurance
It is a condition upon joining any of Nepal Unique Treks trips that all clients be insured for comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please note that we don’t arrange or sell insurance.
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements
This is an easy trek suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk for around 4-5 hours a day with a light day-pack. Exercising and jogging regularly for a few weeks prior to the trip is good idea to enhance strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Nepal Unique Treks before booking the trek. We also recommend that you consult your doctor(s) before the trip.
Best Time to Travel
Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and spring (March to May) are the best seasons for the Mardi Himal Trek. The weather is sunny and warm with outstanding views. If you wish to avoid crowds and enjoy some alone time with nature then taking this trip during winter (Dec., Jan. and Feb.) could also be an option. However, the temperature during winter could be harsh for most guests. Trekking in the summer or Monsoon seasons (June to Aug.) will be affected by rain but the summer trek could be a boon for a keen botanist.