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  • Asia,Kathmandu
  • 8 days (approx.)

  • Pickup offered

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  • Offered in: English

Cheapest Private Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara

Undertake an 8-day adventure to explore the base camp of the 10th-highest mountain in the world and the surrounding area. Witness the beautiful sunrise that illuminates Annapurna from the massif with a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains such as Annapurna South, Himchuli, Annapurna I, Gangapurna, Machapuchare (Fishtail) and more. Your guide will take you through the trail for this trek which is well maintained as it passes through farmland, Gurung villages and rhododendron forests all providing fascinating vistas.

What's Included

  • 7 nights/8 days Annapurna Base Camp trek based on local lodges/Tea House
  • Government taxes as applicable
  • Sleeping bag & Down jacket on returnable basis
  • Trekking permit (TIMS Fee) as applicable
  • Lunch (7)
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) at local lodges for 7 nights
  • Dinner (7)
  • Breakfast (7)
  • Round-trip surface transfer where applicable
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit fee as applicable
  • Trekking Crew expenses such as staff Insurance, allowances, food & lodging
  • English speaking guide and necessary porters for 8 days trek (2 Person = 1 porter) (1 person = Porter guide)
  • Hotel & sightseeing tours in Kathmandu & Pokhara (can be arranged with extra cost)
  • Hot water, Hot shower & Battery Charges
  • Rescue, insurance & extra arrangements
  • Tips to guide & porter (recommended)

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

9:15 AM

What To Expect

    Day 1: Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. Trek to Ghandruk (1950m/5 hrs walk) (L, D)
  • After being picked up in the morning from your hotel in Pokhara, you will be driven to Nayapul along a scenic winding highway offering an excellent view of the landscape and Pokhara valley floor. Upon arrival at Nayapul, start your trek to Ghandruk Village (known also as Ghandrung Village) through a stone-paved trekking trail. Ghandruk is one of the largest settlements of the Gurung community in the Annapurna region. Explore the local village to see traditional lifestyles and culture with a visit to Gurung museum. Ghandruk offers an excellent view of Annapurna South & Himchuli.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 2: Day 2: Trek to Chomrung (2170m/5.5 hrs walk) (B, L, D)
  • Enjoy your breakfast at a local lodge with a view of the mountain. Start the uphill walk to Kimrungdanda. Descend to Kimrung Khola through a trekking trail inside a forest. Explore a village settlement on the river bend and start your uphill hike to Chere Danda which has a gentle trail leading to Chomrung.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 3: Day 03: Trek to Doban (2450m/6 hrs walk) (B, L, D)
  • Annapurna Region

    The tour is guided in a descent to Chomrung Khola via 2500 stone stairs and across a suspension bridge. From there, it's back uphill with a climb to Sinwa Village for 2 hrs and a gentle trail through the forest to Bamboo. The tour continues walking farther to Doban located on the Modi Khola river bank.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 4: Day 04: Trek to Deurali (3230m/5 hrs walk) (B, L, D)
  • Annapurna Region

    You will be guided on a trek to Deurali for a check-in at the local lodge.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 5: Day 05: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchre Base Camp (3700m) (B, L, D)
  • Annapurna Region

    After breakfast, the tour will be guided down to a small bridge to cross a glacier river. Continuing, there's a gentle uphill climb to a river that will take us to Machhapuchre Base Camp. Explore the base camp area with views of Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna which is certainly a rewarding experience. Then the tour will start another uphill climb to Annapurna Base Camp (2 Hrs) where we witness change in vegetation.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 6: Day 06: Trek to Bamboo (2310m/5 hrs walk) (B, L, D)
  • Annapurna Mountain Range

    Enjoy the sunrise from base camp. The majestic peaks will change color from white to orange. From Base Camp we can see 360-degree view of mountains such as Annapurna South, Himchuli, Annapurna I, Gangapurna, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) among others. After breakfast, the tour will trek back down to Bamboo.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: YES

  • Day 7: Day 07: Trek to Jhinu Danda (6 hrs walk) (B, L, D)
  • The tour will hike to Chomrung and further continue to Jhinu Danda. If interested, the group can visit a hot spring located 15 minutes from the village.

    Duration: 24 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 8: Day 08: Trek to Nayapul (6.5 hrs walk) & drive Pokhara (B)

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • An extensive amount of walking is involved
  • Best time for this trek is Feb - May & Sep - Dec

Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 2 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 2 full days before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Starting from

$860.00

Price varies by group size