Arrival at the International Airport and Drive to Pokhara (800m)

TIA - Our ground team will be ready to welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. You will be greeted with garlands, a traditional Nepalese welcome. Afterward, you will board our vehicle and proceed to Pokhara. The journey to Pokhara follows the Prithvi Highway. The vehicle will exit Kathmandu Valley at Naagdhunga and continue on the narrow yet picturesque highway. The drive will follow the Trishuli River through numerous tars and river basins. You will arrive in Pokhara after a 5-6 hour drive. Overnight stay at Lakeside, Pokhara.

Jeep Ride to Samrung and Trek to Shinuwa

Sinuwa - After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a scenic Jeep ride from Pokhara. You will head west from Pokhara. The road splits at Nayapul, leading to an unpaved road towards Samrung.

This segment from Nayapul to Samrung takes about 30 minutes. Samrung, a quaint Gurung village, will be the starting point of your trek. From Samrung, you will traverse terraced farms and typical Nepalese villages to reach Jhinu. Jhinu is renowned for its natural hot spring. From Jhinu, the trek ascends steeply. After one and a half hours of trekking, you will reach Chomrong. Chomrong offers a scenic view of the Annapurna massifs. It is a dense Gurung village with stone thatched houses. The trail descends from Chomrong and then ascends steeply. After 3 hours of trekking, you will arrive at Sinuwa.

Trek to Deurali

Deurali - Today’s trek offers a deeper insight into the Annapurna Conservation Area. The trek from Shinuwa to Deurali takes about 6-7 hours. Along the way, you will pass through dense Rhododendron, Juniper, and Birch forests. The trail mostly follows the Modi River basin. You will traverse various small villages such as Bamboo, Dovan, and Himalayas before reaching Deurali.

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Base Camp Trek - You will notice the altitude gain after starting your trek from Deurali. As you cross the 3000-meter mark, the oxygen level in the air decreases. Right after Deurali, you will encounter a significant landslide that takes about 30 minutes to cross. After crossing the landslide, an amazing view of Mt. Fishtail appears before you. You will reach Macchapuchre Base Camp (MBC) for lunch. From MBC, you will occasionally see Mt. Annapurna (8091m). The trail from MBC is straightforward, with gradual elevation. You will reach Annapurna Base Camp (4310m) for your overnight stay.

Return to Bamboo

Deurali - Annapurna Base Camp offers one of the best views of the Himalayas at sunrise. You can wake up early for a sunrise hike to a nearby glacier. After returning, you will enjoy a hot breakfast and start your return journey. The journey back retraces the same trail through the villages of Deurali, Himalaya, and Dovan before reaching Bamboo. You will stay at Bamboo for the night.

Trek to Jhinu and Drive to Pokhara

Pokhara - Begin your return journey from Bamboo after breakfast. The trail follows the old route and takes you through small Gurung villages. The final ascent begins at Chomrong, famously known as the ‘1000 steps stairs’. From Chomrong, it’s an easy descent to reach Jhinu. It takes about 1 hour from Chomrong to reach Jhinu. You can relax and unwind by bathing in a natural hot spring in Jhinu. Lunch will be at Jhinu, followed by a walk to Samrung for your ride back to Pokhara.

Explore Devi’s Fall, Binda Basini Temple, and Drive to Kathmandu

Kathmandu - Enjoy a short tour of Pokhara before departing for Kathmandu. First, visit the famous Devi’s Fall, a popular tourist attraction. Then, drive to Bindyabasini Temple, a significant Hindu monument in Pokhara. This temple is considered holy and sacred by the Royal family of Nepal. After the visit, begin your return journey to Kathmandu. Overnight stay in Thamel, Kathmandu.

Departure

TIA - Depending on your flight schedule, our representative will escort you to the airport. We bid you farewell until next time. If you have more time before departure, you can explore the Thamel area.

• Government tax included
• Sleeping Bag & Down Jacket provided if needed (Refundable)
• Lunch provided
• Iodine/Caroline purified drinking water during trekking
• Dinner provided
• Breakfast provided

• Charging, Hot Shower During the Trek US$ 3 - US$ 5 per shower
• Tips for Guide
• Hot & Soft Drinks
• Hard and cold drinks.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek offers stunning views of some of the most iconic mountains in the world, including Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Dhaulagiri. On a clear day, you can also see the Manaslu and Langtang mountain ranges. The trek passes through several traditional Nepali villages, where you can learn about the culture and lifestyle of the people who live in the region.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.