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Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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15 days

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Nepal

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Group size

Max 12

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The adventure

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.

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

At a glance

Day by day

Your journey through

Nepal

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15-day itinerary

Day 1KathmanduNamaste! 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.

Group of Sadhu monks in traditional robes meditating at an ancient Hindu temple.

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 2PokharaLeave 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.

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 3Nayapul/Ulleri (2080 m/6824 ft)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.

A historic Nepalese archway in a vibrant urban street, showcasing traditional architecture.

Nayapul

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 4Ghorepani (2860m / 9383ft)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.

Group of trekkers enjoying a winter hike in Ghode Pani, Nepal with majestic mountain views.

Ghorepani (2860m

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 5Tadapani (2630 m/8858 ft)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.

Stunning view of a snow-capped Himalayan mountain peak surrounded by clouds at sunset.

Tadapani (2630 m

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 6Kimrung Khola/Chhomrong (2177 m/7143 ft)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.

Stunning view of the Himalayan mountains in Nepal during sunrise, with cloud cover adding drama.

Kimrung Khola

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 7Kuldi Ghar/Himalaya (2920m/9580ft )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.

Front view of the historic Kumari Ghar palace in Kathmandu, showcasing Newari architecture.

Kuldi Ghar

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.

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