Annapurna-I, the tenth highest mountain in the world at 8091 m, situated inside Annapurna Sanctuary, calls travellers from around the globe on a trip to experience its mighty grandeur at its base camp. Experience the central Himalayas like never before with spectacular mountain views on this 5-day hiking trip from Kathmandu/Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC-4130 m). Bond with your private guide and go on to explore stunning nature with dense forests, rivers, waterfalls, hot springs and traditional villages.
Outline itinerary :
Day 1 : Pick up from your hotel in Kathmandu/Pokhara. (The travellers from Kathmandu will take a 30-minutes flight to Pokhara.) The trip begins with a 2-3 hours drive from Pokhara to Simrung via Nayapul. The travellers will then begin their trek from Simrung to Sinuwa (4-5 hours). A guest house in Sinuwa will be your halt for the night. (Max Altitude: 2340 m)
Day 2 : Trek from Sinuwa to Deurali (5-6 hours) via Himalaya, a small settlement with tea houses. Today you will be yet again passing through a dense forest while exploring many waterfalls on the way. Deurali Guest House will be your halt for the night. (Max Altitude: 3230 m)
Day 3 : Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (5-6 hours) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC). On your journey you will be passing through MBC valley, an experience like never before. Tea-Houses at Annapurna Base Camp will be your halt for the night. The place is famous for its mesmerising view of the Annapurna Mountain Range with an amazing view of the sunset towards west. (Max Altitude: 4130 m)
Day 4 : Trek back to Bamboo/Sinuwa (6-7 hours) after witnessing a spectacular view of sunrise in the morning. Today you will be passing via Deurali, Himalaya and Dobhan. A guest house in Bamboo/Sinuwa will be your halt for the night. (Min Altitude: 2340 m)
Day 5 : Trek to Simrung via Jhinu Danda (Hot spring) (3-4 hours) and drive back to Pokhara (2-3 hours). We will then drop all our travellers to their hotel in Pokhara. (Min Altitude: 830 m)