“Annapurna area is globally recognized with various prestigious awards such as the Deutscher Rieseburo-Verband of Tourism and Environment; the Tourism for Tomorrow – Worldwide; the Tourism for Tomorrow – Asia Pacific; WWW’s J. Paul Getty Conservation Award; and UNESCO’s Global 500 Award.”
Annapurna Conservation Area is located in the northwest Nepal, is the largest protected conservation area; Annapurna region covers of 7,629 square Kilometers. Beginning from 790 meters, the area’s highest altitude Mt. Annapurna I reaches 8091m. first climbed by the French. Annapurna Region forms the watershed of the rivers like Kali Gandaki, Seti and Marshangdi.
Annapurna region comprises mountain peaks, alpine pastures, trans-Himalayan valleys, forests, lakes, glaciers; rivers, waterfalls, caves and cultivated lands. The Inner Himalaya valleys (above 3600m.) such as Mustang and Manang Valley. Annapurna is very famous for trekking. It is th most visited trekking area in Nepal. More than 60,000 visitors/trekkers simply visit the Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna base camp, Ghorepani-Poon Hill and around every year.
The area has entire habitat gradient from sub-tropical sal forest to perennial snow harboring 28 ecosystems. So far, only 456 vascular plants have been recorded here including 38 orchid species and 9 rhododendron species. Annapurna area is the home to 101 species of mammals, 478 species of birds, 41 -species of reptiles and 23 type of amphibians. The symbolic mammal species are Snow leopard, Musk dear, Tibetan argali and Tibetan wolf, Wild ass, Tibetan antelope, Crane and Pheasants.
Walkers Expedition offers an excellent introduction to Nepal and Annapurna Base Camp trekking package to the Himalayas. Annapuna Base Camp trek is naturally, culturally and bio-diversitically most famous and interesting trek in Nepal. The Annapurna Base Camp 07 days trek begins from Kathmandu - Nayapul: 10 hrs. drive. The trail gradually ascends the glacial Modi Khola Valley, carrying melt water from the ring of peaks above. Forests of oak, rhododendron, and bamboo line the route. Friendly villages on terraced slopes high above the river will welcome you along the way to your trek. This trek is especially applicable for fast trekkers. Who is physically fit for trek and can walk 8 hours a day.
The climax is reached in the spectacular Annapurna Sanctuary where the Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail) Base Camp, is followed by ABC (4,130m/13,550ft). Here you will be surrounded by an immense wall of rock and ice Himalaya’s heights in U-shaped valley. The scene early morning at sunrise is breathtaking.
The downward journey requires 2-3 nights; passing hot spring en-route. Then a short trek to Phedi One and half hour drive back to your hotel at Pokhra; and a relaxing afternoon. The drive back to Kathmandu is through scenic Middle Hill agricultural, River and terraced lands to the east.
Trip Highlights
- Panoramic view of Mt. Annapurna, Gangapurna, Fishtail, Himchuli and more.
- View of of Annapuna I, Annpurna South, Fishtail and other Mountain Peaks
- Mixed culture and traditions
- Inhabited both Hindu and Buddhist people
- Temperate to Alpine forests
- View of over 8000 meter highest mountains
- Glacial River, Glaciers & lush of bamboo forest
- Natural hot spring
- Very rich in flora and fauna
- Waterfalls and Suspension bridges along the way to cross the river
- Rhododendron forest
- Most famous trek in Nepal
- Nepal’s ethnic Gurung culture
- Area of renown Gorkha shoulders
Day to day outline itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu – Pokhara (910m/2,986ft) - Nayapul – Syauli
Day 02: Syauli – Sinuwa trek ~15km, 5-6 hrs trek
Day 03: Sinuwa to Deurali ~10 km, 6-7 hrs
Day 04: Deurali – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,546ft), 4-5 hrs
Day 05: Annapurna Base Camp – Sinuwa – Chomorong (2,360m/7,740ft), ~18km, 8-9 hrs
Day 06: Chomorng – Jhinu Danda - Syaule -Pokhara (12km, 6-7 hrs)
Day 07: Pokhara-Kathmandu by Tourist Bus (5-6 hrs), 200km
Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers
- Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu
- Hotel accommodations in Pokhara
- City tour by private transport
- Tourist Bus Transportation Kathmandu – Pokhara - Kathamndu
- Annapurna Conservation permit and TIMS Permits
- Trekking equipment such as down filled sleeping bag and duffel bag.
- An English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers : 1 porter)
- Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging
- Private transport Pokhara to Naya Pul and Phedi to Pokhara
- 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) along the way to trek
- Hot drinks (Tea and Coffee) during the meal time.
- Purified/Iodine Drinking water
- All lodge accommodations on twin sharing basis ( private room share toilet)
- Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
- A comprehensive first aid medical kit
Cost Excludes
- City entrance fees in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Tour guide
- Food in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Boiled / bottled water
- Hot shower
- Net / Wi-Fi charges
- Electronic device recharge
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance and evacuation charges
- Tips
