Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days Information

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) by our representative from Best Trips Nepal. Look out for our friendly face holding a signboard with your name. After a brief introduction, you'll be whisked away to your hotel. Settle in, relax, and soak in the initial vibes of Kathmandu. In the evening, we’ll treat you to a traditional Nepalese dinner at a local restaurant, where you’ll enjoy authentic flavors and a lively cultural program. It is a perfect start to your journey. Stay overnight at a cozy hotel in Kathmandu.

We hop on an early morning flight to Pokhara, the striking ‘city of lakes’ and catch wonderful views of the Himalayas from the windows of our airplane.  Annapurna base camp trek 11 days from Pokhara continues with a private vehicle to Nayapul, where your actual  trek begins. From Birethanti, we trek to Ghandruk, a beautiful serene village mostly inhabited by the Gurung community. Hike through lush forests and terraced fields to reach the charming village of Ghandruk.  11 days Annapurna base camp adventure  itinerary with Ghandruk offers you the stunning viewsIf we are able to find time, we could probably visit the Gurung museum today.  Overnight in our cozy teahouse lodges at Ghandruk

After our first breakfast on the trails, we climbed up for around an hour to Kimrungdanda. On the way, we get to relish some lovely views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre – this peak is held sacred by the locals) and Ganggapurna. A steep descent takes us to the Kimrong Khola. After another steep ascent from Kimrong Khola to Chere Danda, we descend for a while and then it’s a gentle walk to Chhomrong. Chhomrong is a pretty village located on the laps of the giant Annapurna range. We do an overnight in Chhomrong in our lodges

From Chhomrong, we cross the bridge then ascend to Sinuwa Danda. The trail takes us through thick rhododendron forest leading to Khuldighar. After that, we descend by lengthy and vertical stone steps into bamboo and rhododendron jungles through which we arrive at Dovan. We haul up for an overnight at our teahouse lodges at this village.

We hike through a bamboo forest which is moist and cold then ascend steadily across a few steep sections. It is only when we reach the Himalaya Hotel that the forest opens up and we are out in the sunshine again with astounding views of the glacial river below. It is a steep climb up through a much drier forest before reaching Hinku Cave. From here we can see the trail drop closer to the river before climbing again to Deurali, the most picturesque stretch of the day. The vegetation is thinly spread, allowing magical views of the valley, the river below, and the sheer rock-face cliffs above with bands of flimsy waterfalls. We stop here for our overnight stay in Deurali.

After walking for 2 to 3 hours, we enter the Annapurna Sanctuary. Finally, we reach Machapuchare Base Camp, a grassy moraine platform within a huge amphitheater enclosed by a solid wall of snow-capped peaks which include Annapurna I, Annapurna III and the impressive fishtail spire of Machapuchare. Overnight in our teahouse lodges at MB camp

We ascend further after a strenuous trek up to Machhapuchhre Base Camp on our way to Annapurna Base Camp, the highest point of your trek. You can decide how your legs and your lungs are holding up after the steep hike. You may remain at Machhapuchhre Base Camp if you feel like it or stay at Annapurna Base Camp for the night. The views from both base camps are simply awesome – all the gritty work we did to get here is worth it!

We wake up early and after nursing a piping hot cup of coffee, we get set for a beautiful sunrise view from Base Camp! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience!! and you're close enough now to (almost!) reach out and touch the peaks of Annapurna 1, Macchapucchhre, Annapurna South, Tent Peak, Gangapurna, Himchuli and Annapurna 3. After watching a sunrise on these snowy peaks, head back down the valley the same way to Bamboo (or further if the knees can handle it). It’s a long day but you have plenty of time to get there. We spend our night at Bamboo in teahouse lodges

From Bamboo, it is an uphill trek to Kuldighar followed by a downhill walk to Chhomrong Khola. We then climb the stone steps to Chhomrong. The trail then descends to Jhinu Danda, where we will haul up for the night. Today we will have an opportunity to enjoy the hot springs which are just a 15-20 minute downhill walk from Jhinu Danda. Taking a dip in these hot springs will soothe and pamper our sore bodies. We will spend our overnight in Jhinu Danda at teahouse lodges

We check out from Pokhara sometime at noon and fly to Kathmandu. After arrival at Kathmandu, we will be escorted to our hotel. The rest of your day is free for any leisurely activity; you can catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any landmarks we missed during our first day in Kathmandu. To celebrate the smooth operation of our Annapurna Base Camp trek, we will have a wonderful farewell dinner at an upscale restaurant in the evening. We later will rest for an overnight stay at our hotel in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, our rep and office vehicle will be on standby at our hotel to transfer us to the airport for our connecting flight home. Serving you was a wonderful joy and pleasure, we at Best Trips Nepal will cherish the bonds of our relationship created over the time you spent with us and we thank you for choosing us as your travel partner and for visiting this amazing country Nepal. This homely trek in the amazing Annapurna region will give you lifetime memories of a vacation worth its weight in gold. Bye friends! Till we meet at some point in time again.