Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 9 Days

9 day Annapurna base camp trek package 2023 | 2024

Trip Facts

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate
  • Group Size: Minimum 2, Meximum 20
  • Trip Type: Group Trek
  • Food: As Per Itinerary
  • Best Time: March - June & Sept - Dec.
  • Private Trek: Possible Anytime
  • Max Elevation: 4,130m | 13,549ft

About Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 9 Days

If you’re keen on traveling to the Annapurna region with a customized trip itinerary, the Annapurna Base Camp is a shorter alternative you can consider. This short trek lets you travel into the beautiful region of Annapurna in just Nine days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.

Nine days Annapurna trek begins in the beautiful city of Kathmandu, Pokhara. It combines everything- from mountains and high valleys to culture and remote lifestyle. Along the trek, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy mountain views, including Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Himchuli, Fish-Tail, and many more.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a classic journey entire the gorgeous Annapurna region. You can enjoy all the best features and aspects of the area properly. The trek begins with a pleasant jeep drive from Pokhara to Ghandrung Phedi through many ethnic villages of Gurung and Magar people, enjoy the many spectacular sights of the Annapurna Mountains, besides the incredible scenery. You can also experience the unique tradition of the people; it is a grand adventure combined with natural beauty and cultural riches.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek Nine Days Itinerary takes you to destinations like Ghandrung, Chomrung, Bamboo, and Deurali, among many more. You will continually be in the company of the Annapurna Mountains. The view of the massive Himalayas against the green terrain is thrilling then finally, make your way to the base camp of Mount Annapurna, where the snowy acreages of the mountains will make you feel like you are in paradise.

You can enjoy the sights of the famous holy mountain peak “Fish-Tail” called in Nepali Machhapuchhare, Annapurna south, and the many peaks of the Annapurna while trekking. The other attraction that you can the tranquility of the landscape, rhododendron, and alpine woods mark the terrain in green carpets infrequent Himalayan Rivers also cut across the land. Moreover, small chortens line the trekking trail like ultimate reminders of people’s unique traditions. You can feel it this trek is as naturally rich as it is a culturally enlightening one

Furthermore, you will also visit the Jhinu natural hot spring, where you can enjoy swimming, and take bath with its delicate features. Trek to sites where you can witness amazing natural Annapurna massifs like never before.

Hence, do not miss this opportunity to take in the many outstanding features of the beautiful Annapurna. You will be provided with the best service throughout the trip. It is a journey of a lifetime that you will not forget! join Nepal Spirit Adventure in this exciting journey.

Itinerary

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You may arrive in Kathmandu at any time. Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by one of the Nepal Spirit Adventure Team’s airport representatives. He will help you get transferred to your hotel. He will also explain further plans and programs to you. You do not have anything else planned for today, thus you can check into your hotel and relax or spend your time as per your preference. Overnight Stay at the Hotel.

    A short scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. And when you arrive at Pokhara, you will be greeted with beautiful views of many prominent mountain peaks like Dhaulagiri,Manaslu, Machhapuchhre (fish-tail), and the many mountain peaks of the Annapurna massif. Pokhara is a famous tourist hub of Nepal. It is well-deserving of its popularity because it is a beautiful city located right beside the sapphire Phewa Lake. The lake is also popular for reflecting the sight of the Machhapuchhre Mountain on its surface.

    From Pokhara, we will then drive to Nayapul. It is a bustling town that lies some distance away from Pokhara. From Nayapul, we will then start our trek to the village of Ghandruk. The trek is a pleasant journey of alpine woods and the distant sight of the mountains. The journey is shrouded in tranquility and a peaceful atmosphere. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Ghandruk. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

      Today after breakfast, we will make our way from Ghandruk to the village of Sinuwa. We will first go up for an hour along the trail to reach Ghandrukkot. After that, we will follow the perpendicular descent towards the Kimron Khola.

      We have an easy walk for an hour; we will then follow the rising terrain once more to reach Chhomrong village. While ascending, we will walk upon the striking peak of the Annapurna South over the community and the sight of Fishtail Mountain seen from there is quite captivating. 

      Chhomrong is a striking village embraced by the giant Annapurna Himalayas. From Chhomrong, the trail descends until the Chhomrong Khola. Then we will begin a slow climb as we head up to our destination for the day at Sinuwa. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Sinuwa. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

        From Sinuwa, we will proceed to Kuldi Ghar. It is about two and a half hours' walking distance away. There is a clearing in the forest a little further on, from where the route goes very steeply down the bank of rocks and levels out. We will then hike through thickets of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge, keeping always on the west side of the river.

        We will pass by the pasture of Tomo, and then the very neck of the gorge at Pantheon Barah is reached. We can a small trail and a shrine at Barah. The track then continues to climb to the Himalayas further on out. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Deurali. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

          Today is the best attraction day of the ABC trek because you will be closer to the Himalayas, we will climb past the Machhapuchhre Base Camp from Deurali towards the base camp of Annapurna. This area is also called the Annapurna Sanctuary since it is totally surrounded by mountains and is under protection. From here, it is a two-hour trek to Annapurna Base Camp, which offers spectacular views of the mountains and the natural surroundings of the region. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Annapurna Base Camp. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

            We will follow the same trail down today towards Bamboo. The trail drops by 1,700 meters to the banks of the Modi Khola. Bamboo is situated at an altitude of 2,345 meters, where there are a few teahouses/lodges available to stay at. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Bamboo. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

              After breakfast, We will follow the same trail until Chhomrong. Once we have passed Khuldighar, we will find that there is an experimental sheep farm here. The trail continues through rhododendron and bamboo fields until Chhomrong. From the village, the trail then descends very steeply to the Jhinu hot spring, where you can bathe in the natural hot spring. 

              Jhinu is said to have natural properties of healing due to the minerals in the naturally sprouting water. It is said to soothe the nerves and aching muscles. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Jhinu. Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

                From Jhinu hot springs, we will trek for about 2 hours until Ghandrung phedi then a private vehicle to Pokhara approximately takes 3 hours duration along the right side of the Modi Khola to Birethanti. The town of Birethanti is a beautiful small hamlet that is surrounded by beautiful green woods and hills. We will stop at Birethanti for lunch break then continue the 1-hour drive to Pokhara. About a 25-minute flight to Kathmandu transfer to your hotel overnight in Kathmandu. Meals:Breakfast and Lunch included.

                  Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight, a representative from Nepal Spirit Adventure will take you to the airport from where you will take your flight back or join with another trip. Meals:Breakfast included.

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                    Cost Details

                    • All airport arrival and departure transportation by private vehicle
                    • Two nights’ accommodation with breakfast at Hotel Jampa or Similar in Kathmandu
                    • Domestic round-trip flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu including departure taxes
                    • Private vehicle from Pokhara to Nayapul/ end of trek point Ghandrung Phedi to Pokhara
                    • Full board hygienic meals with a cup of tea/ coffee (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
                    • One highly experienced local helpful & friendly trek guide, trek porter (we provide 1 porter for 2 clients), and their food, accommodation, salary, trip equipment, and accidental insurance
                    • Trek equipment: Nepal Spirit Adventure company duffel bag, down jacket, and sleeping bag
                    • Best available twin-sharing room lodge-to-lodge accommodation in the trekking period
                    • Trekking map and trip achievement certificate
                    • Annapurna conservation entry permit and TIMS Fees- Trekkers' Information Management System (Please bring 3 passport photographs)
                    • A comprehensive first-aid medical kit
                    • Government taxes and office service charge
                    • Nepal entry visa: you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100 (Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos)
                    • International airfare
                    • Travel Insurance
                    • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
                    • Hot showers during the trek
                    • All kinds of cold drinks: water, coke, fanta, juice
                    • Personal trekking equipment
                    • Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is appreciated but it is not mandatory)

                    Dates & Prices

                    Departure note

                    The set departure dates listed are specially quoted and specified for the group joining option. Let us know if the set departure dates are not suitable for you- another date that is suitable for you can certainly be added by us.
                    Start Dates: Your arrival date in Nepal End Dates:  Returning date from Nepal

                    • Guaranteed: The trip is guaranteed to run
                    • Available: Trek trip is available to run if the minimum group size is filled
                    • Limited: Only a few spaces are available

                     

                    Departure DateStatusPriceNote  
                    30 Sep, 2023 - 08 Oct, 2023AvailableUS$890Confirm

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