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While undertaking the Annapurna base camp trek, a trekker will be able to see six of the mighty peaks of the vast Himalayan range.
Witness the bewitching beauty of the country of Nepal as you trek through the various locations of the country.
The trek to Annapurna base camp is the perfect trek to satisfy the trekking bug inside you. The enchanting vistas that are seen during the trek are some of the most beautiful experiences of life.
The total distance covered under the Annapurna base camp trek is around 115 kilometers. A trekker can reach a maximum altitude of 4,130 meters ( 13,550 feet) while undertaking this trek.
The difficulty level of the trek is rated between moderate to severe. It takes around ten days to complete the trekking expedition to Annapurna base camp. Different itineraries can follow for the Annapurna trek.
Itinerary:
The brief itinerary for the Annapurna trekking base camp trekking expedition is shared below:
Day 1: Arrival in Pokhara:
You need to first fly to Kathmandu and then further move towards Pokhara.
You can take a bus to reach your destination. You can visit the Phewa Lake and other attractions in the city.
Day 2: Pokhara to Nayapul and then to Ghandruk:
The day begins by taking a short drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. From Nayapul, the actual trek on foot commences. You will be trekking to Ghandruk through the Bhurungdi River and Birethanti.
You can catch a glimpse of the Machupuchare during this trek. Traveling through the beautiful trekking trail will be an enchanting experience.
Day 3: Ghandruk – Sinuwa:
From Ghandruk, we will move towards Sinuwa, which is situated at a height of 2,360 meters.
The six to seven-hour trek will take you through several rivers of Nepal, such as the Kimrong River and the Modi River. Forests of oak and rhododendrons mark the trekking trails.
Day 4: Sinuwa – Deurali:
On this day, we will be trekking to Deurali through Kuldighar and Dobhan. The seven-hour trek will take you through the picturesque scenery of Nepal.
The stunning beauty is bound to leave you mesmerized. You will be climbing from a height of 2,360 meters to 3,230 meters.
Day 5: Deurali – Annapurna Base Camp:
On the fifth day, you will be finally trekking to Annapurna base camp. You will be passing through the Bagar and then further take a short break at Annapurna Sanctuary, and then towards the base of Annapurna.
Through the trek, you will get a crystal clear view of some of the mighty peaks of the Himalayan range. We will be setting up our tents at the Annapurna base for our overnight stay.
Day 6: Annapurna Base Camp – Bamboo:
We will begin our descent journey on the sixth day of the trekking expedition. We will be trekking to Bamboo in Dobhan. The trekking trail will take a person through the caves, waterfalls, and fields of rhododendrons.
Day 7: Bamboo – Jhinu Hot Spring:
From Bamboo, we will be trekking to Jhinu Danda. The trek will take you through Kuldighar, Chhomrong River, and Gurung village. After hiking for six to seven hours, relax in the hot springs at Jhinu and let go of your tiredness from the trek.
Day 8: Jhinu Hot Spring – Nayapul and then drive back to Pokhara:
We will be trekking from Jhinu Hot Springs to Nayapul. The trekking trails are marked with tiny and quaint hamlets as well as forests while the Modi River gives companies throughout the trek.
The entire journey will take around six to seven hours to complete. Explore the town of Pokhara for the rest of the day.
Day 9: Departure from Pokhara:
From Pokhara, we will move towards Kathmandu and then further to your respective destination. Reaching Kathmandu marks the end of your Annapurna base camp trekking expedition.
It is a brief itinerary for the Annapurna base camp trekking trip.
