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Short Annapurna Base camp Trek Attractions:

Superb country walks into fresh and natural environment full of views and sceneries A pleasant journey into world's largest natural rhododendron garden in the shade of Annapurna Breathtaking views from Gandruk snow capped peak panorama Striking sunrise over world's 3 highest mountain range Dhaulagiri-Annapurna and Manaslu Adventure into Base Camp within awesome Annapurna sanctuary enclosed within mountains
Exploring mid hills village of amazing colorful culture and its old heritage way of life

Short Annapurna Base camp Trek Information:

Short Annapurna Base camp Trek is a short Trekking in Nepal amazing walk through the diverse landscape and culture complete with rich mountain vistas different landscapes and trek in the Himalayas of Nepal. short Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the perfect blend of exquisite nature with the tingling anticipation of what is to come next with every step the trekker takes. The alluring sight of The Annapurna Massif Himalayan Range standing tall with its tip covered with dazzling snow is what makes the journey worthwhile. The outstanding view of the exhilarating peaks that surround The Annapurna massif undoubtedly leaves the travelers spellbound, making Annapurna Base Camp one of the most desirable trekking destinations.
Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the most prominent trek among the many treks prevalent in the Annapurna Region  Ranked as the world’s 10th highest mountain, Annapurna stands at a height of 8091m, and trek to the Annapurna Base Camp Trek adventurers to an elevation of 4130m above the sea level. From the base camp, we get an outstanding view of the peaks of Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna South (7219m), Tent Peak (5695m), Gangapurna (7454m), Hiunchuli (6441m), and Machhapuchhre (6997m). Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek route is not only popular for its aesthetic values but also for the rich culture followed by its main inhabitants, The Gurung villages of Ghandruk, Chomrong, and others exhibit their own tradition and way of life whilst allowing you to experience their heartwarming hospitality. The trails full of rhododendrons appear even more spectacular during the spring season when the red, white, and pink color of the rhododendron fill up the forest along with the blooms of various other floras. Throughout the journey, from the foothills of the mountain to the base camp of the snow giant, travelers experience diverse landscapes tangled together with the cultural diversity as well as the lush greenery which makes Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek more heavenly.
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Trip Highlights

  • Short and adventurous walks at the foot of the world's tenth highest Mt.Annapurna
  • From low and warm areas to cool alpine hills and ending at an arctic zone of ice and glaciers
  • Amazing forest covered in rhododendron-magnolia trees with magnificent views
  • Exploring traditional Gurung villages of immense culture with age-old heritage
  • Mind-blowing panorama of mountains within beautiful and scenic Annapurna Sanctuary
  • Adventure around scenic sanctuary within worlds 10th highest Mt. Annapurna Base camp Trek.
  • In Kathmandu sightseeing tour and exciting cultural and historical place.
  • Annapurna Base Camp Trek 4130 M hight.
  •  Visit The Gurung villages of Chomrong.
  • Jhinu danda with Hot spring. 

Itinerary

  • 1Arrive in Kathmandu via respective airlines and transfer to hotel.One of our representatives will pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, and escort you to your hotel. You will be briefed about the programs scheduled for the next day. Stay overnight at the hotel.
  • 2Drive or fly to Pokhara 950m (30 mins flight and 6 hrs drive)Our Trekking to The Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek starts with either a scenic flight over the fluffy clouds or a serene drive passing through the lush green hills and forests to reach Pokhara. It is a 30 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and a 6 hours’ drive via Prithvi Highway. After arrival in Pokhara, you can have some rest, and in the evening time, you can roam around the lakeside area, enjoying the peaceful environment. Overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.
  • 3Drive to Nayapul 1,100m and trek to Ghandruk 1,951m - 05 hrs.From Pokhara, we drive towards Nayapul passing through beautiful villages. Then we trek our way up the hill above the gorge of Modi Khola. Throughout our journey, we see villages and little teashops in every slope and a steep staircase are connected to it. The trail continues along with the lush greenery via Birethanti, Kimche, and Chane. As we reach the Gurung village of Ghandruk, we get a splendid view of Annapurna South (7219m) and Machhapuchhre (6997m) peaks. Stay overnight at a lodge.
  • 4Trek to Chomrong 1,951m - 06 hrsWe start our day with a steep climb across magnificent rhododendron forests. As we reach Kimrong, the trail descends towards a Gurung village. Here we get to witness the livelihood of the people of the village. We walk along with the dense forests and finally reach Chomrong with ease. Chomrong is the gateway to Annapurna Sanctuary and is mostly inhabited by the Gurung people. The peaks of Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), and Machhapuchhre (6997m) appear gorgeous from Chomrong. Overnight in Chomrong.
  • 5Trek to Dovan 2,130m via Bamboo 2,050m - 06 hrs.The trek from Chomrong to Dovan is easier than the earlier days as the routes are less steep. The trail passes through Bamboo village as it follows the Modi River upstream. We will encounter thrilling bridges over small streams, bamboo trees, and magnificent mountains along with the sound of the river ripples. In Dovan, we can get a close view of Hiunchuli (6441m) and Annapurna South (7219m). Overnight in Donovan.
  • 6Trek to Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,720m - 06 hrs.We make our way through the bamboo forests again as we ascend towards Hinko Cave. From here, as we continue, we reach Deurali, which hosts the best view of the peak of Hiunchuli (6441m). Furthermore, the trail narrows down and later widens up for us to reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Here, we will find ourselves surrounded by the various peaks of the Annapurna range along with the unique peak of Machhapuchhre (6997m). Stay overnight at a lodge.
  • 7Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m - 03 hrs.On this day, we will walk on a steep path following the lateral moraines of South Annapurna Glacier to reach our main destination, the Short Annapurna Base Camp. From here, we get to enjoy the spectacular view of Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Machhapuchhre (6997m), and several other snow-covered peaks. Stay overnight at a lodge.
  • 8Trek to Bamboo 2,345 m - 06 hrs.After a healthy breakfast, we leave Annapurna Base Camp as we take the same trail back to Bamboo. Passing through South Annapurna Glacier, one must be very careful while walking down as the trail is narrow and covered in ice. Then continuing the trail, we pass Modi Khola and arrive in Deurali. Walking ahead through Hinku Cave, Himalaya, and Dovan, we finally arrive in Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo.
  • 9Trek to Jhinu danda with hot spring 1,700m - 06 hours.As we continue our trek, we take the same route as before until we reach Chomrong. From here, passing through beautiful rhododendron forests, the trail starts to descend, and en route, we come across a hot natural spring, where you can take a refreshing bath. After the hot bath, we walk gradually to our hotel in Jhinu Danda. Overnight in Jhinu Danda.
  • 10Trek to Sewai 1,340m and drive to Pokhara- 06 hrs.After refreshing morning short climb within forested areas, where gradual walk leads at Sinuwa Danda, from here on the long downhill walk to Chomrong River, on crossing a bridge with a steep climb to Chomrong village for lunch. From Chomrong climb to a ridge and then descend towards Jhinu Danda and continue walking back to Sewai by the Modi River for the drive to scenic Pokhara. After completing our marvelous country walk on high hills of Annapurna and then few hour drives bring you back at picturesque Pokhara with fantastic time on Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
  • 11Drive or fly back to Kathmandu afternoon free at leisure.We either take a flight or a drive back to the capital city. After having some rest, you can roam the streets of Thamel in the evening. Have some warm dinner and enjoy the vibrant Thamel nights. Overnight at the hotel.

Cost Includes:

  • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
  • Two Night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.
  • Two Night hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
  • Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali Restaurant with the cultural dance show.
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader (Guide).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
  • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation, and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
  • Duffle bag, down jacket, sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees and Annapurna Conversation Area Project ( permits) fees.
  • All government and local taxes.

Cost Excludes:

  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters.
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s). and driver(s). 
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    We did Short Annapurna Base camp Trek with Reasonable Treks and Tour/Anil Dhungana provided our Trip he’s is Very helpful and professional assistance in planning for Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek Mr. Anil He is Recommendation Trekking Guide Samir Thapa and porters we are very friendly and they adapted the trip to our wishes. We take a lot of photo during The Trekking times we did it the Wonderful and amazing experience in my life.  On the way, I Show village and mountain. Really enjoyed the Annapurna Base Camp Trek This Trekking   Superb country walks into fresh and natural environment full of views and sceneries a pleasant journey into world's largest natural rhododendron garden in the shade of Annapurna Breathtaking views snow-capped peak panorama Striking sunrise over world's 3 highest mountain range Dhaulagiri-Annapurna and Manaslu Adventure into Base Camp within awesome Annapurna sanctuary enclosed within mountains  Exploring mid hills village of amazing colorful culture and its old heritage way of life we want to highly recommend this company and staff for other travelers. Thank you so much, Mr. Anil, we really happy for your Trip.  We will back Next Time!!

Trip Note

SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

Sheltered by the Annapurna Massif, is the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. harbors bewitching natural wonders and graceful ethnic communities. Annapurna, literal meaning in Nepali being the giver of food and nourishment, has civilizations that have flourished in its lush hills and the dry rain shadow areas alike. To trek through this region is a dream for most trekkers as it combines most things they seek for in one package.  Iconic peaks such as the Machhapuchhre (6997m) and Hiunchuli (6441m)along with the notoriously dangerous and massive Annapurna (8091m) lie in this region. Dotted around the trails are villages of the charming Gurung, Manangi and the Thakali communities.

ACCOMMODATION ON SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

Nepali is known to be naturally graceful in nature. It's no different in the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Teahouses have sprung around the trekking regions, where you go from one teahouse to the next till you complete the trek. Tea houses offer basic accommodation and meals. These lodges are located along the routes and offer basic twin rooms, attached or common bathrooms, a dining room, and the ability to use wifi or take a hot shower at an extra cost. In addition to this, there are options for luxury treks where you can spend time on wonderful lodges and mini-hotels, which provide you with the most luxurious experience if you are ready to pay. 

TRANSPORTATION ON SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

You can take a flight, bus or hire a vehicle to travel to the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek The most famous starting point of any trips in the Annapurna region is Pokhara. There is an established trekking infrastructure, with easy access to start the trek at around an hours’ distance from Pokhara. From Pokhara, you have a choice if you want to start your trek right away or travel to the next destination by a vehicle. You will find plenty of buses leaving for different places every day at different times. You will need to get tickets to travel by buses in order to get a seat. After you reach the higher altitudes in the region, you find comparatively fewer vehicles.

FOOD & MEALS ON SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

You may not get the fanciest meals as you head to remote areas, but you sure will get the fascinating taste of food and a variety to choose from even in such places. The most popular meal you can get here is the Dal Bhat set. It includes Rice, lentils, vegetables and even meat in some places. Three Dal Bhat meals a day and you are ready to go. You will also find various other food items such as soups, momos, noodles, etc. Look out for bakeries, they will have items such as bread and doughnuts.

BACKPACK LIST ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

You have to keep in mind that you must carry only what is needed. Even if you have a porter, there are weight limits in such agreements. Thus, you should only care to take the essentials that will be used on your trip. The ideal backpack would consist of:

  • Proper clothing: Strong durable warm jackets, sweat absorbent clothes for trekking, inner layers, undergarments, trousers, and socks.
  • Gears: hats, beanies, buff/balaclava, gloves, and Hiking/trekking shoes.
  • Accessories: trekking poles, sunglasses, lamps/headlamps, water bottles, first aid kits, medication tablets, toiletries, etc.
  • Additional items: snacks, electronic gadgets (power bank, kindle, tablets), game cards, etc.

You should have a proper bag that can accommodate all the necessities. If you hire a porter, you can add another bag under the weight limit for your porter to carry.

GUIDES & PORTERS ON SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

It is completely up to you to hire guides and porters. But it surely is highly recommended that you do so. Not only will the guide help you in the trek by leading you to your destination, but he will also be your Nepali companion for the trek.  He will help with dealings to be made in lodges, communicate in Nepalese in the villages and other necessities during the trek. The number of guides and porters vary depending on the number of guests and the amount of luggage. This may not be fixed precisely in advance due to unpredictable conditions in the mountains.

ELECTRICITY/ RECHARGE & INTERNET ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

Wi-Fi is now widely available in most of the teahouses and lodges in the trekking area, albeit the speeds are lower, but as you trek to higher altitudes the speed may be far slower than what you may be used to.  The connection may also be disrupted by weather conditions. The lodges generally sell Wifi card for NRs. 350 or NRs. 500. As you climb further in altitude, the standard lodges there are very cheap, and one of the factors is they don’t provide electricity for luxuries like charging your electronics. You need to pay hourly up to 2-4 USD for that, it is advised to take a fully charged power bank so you have something to rely on when you climb higher.

GROUP SIZE & CREW MEMBER ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

Your group size can vary according to your preference. However, you have to note that the larger the group, the more porters and guides are required for the smooth operation of the trek. If you are going on camping treks, you will be needing crew members skilled in navigating along with guides, porters and cooks. Other than this, the normal teahouse treks warrant reasonable guides, assistant guides, and ample porters. There will not be other difficulties as the routes are already well established, and can accommodate even larger groups. Apart from this, you may travel alone if you wish but that depends upon the agreement that you are responsible for your own safety.

MEDICAL FACILITY ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

We recommend that you bring some medications that you would normally use for a headache, flu, stomach problems, and other common sicknesses along with you. In addition to this, your trekking guide will also most likely be traveling with a first aid kit. Most guides are also well versed in first aid procedure and basic medical and life aid, which they have garnered through training and experience. There are small medical stations around the villages, which can help with primary treatment.  The prominent hospitals are down in Pokhara, which you can get to through helicopter rescues if things go very uncharacteristically awry.

ALTITUDE SICKNESS ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

Altitude sickness can happen to anyone. At high altitudes, you have to maintain a slow and steady pace giving your body the least amount of work to do. Once you ascend an altitude of 3000 meters, you have to take a step further in being careful. The worst part here is that altitude sickness cannot be cured or removed in an instant. It can lead to other problems such as high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE)! As soon as you see the symptoms (shortness of breath, fatigue, insomnia, headache, nausea, etc.) of it, it is best to descend right away. Medications such as Diamox can help you to minimize the effects of the altitude sickness. It is better to stay hydrated, get adequate rest and acclimatize to the location to avoid this sickness.

BEST SEASON TO TRAVEL ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

One of the most important things you must know before going off a trek is to know the best time to go on the trek. It isn't as easy as going off whenever you want to. The climate and the unpredictable weather during particular seasons can make a big difference in your experience of the trek. It is best to avoid the monsoon and peak winter season for treks in the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The ideal time to trek is considered to be around October to early December and late February to April. There is a lower risk of heavy snowfall and dangerous slippery trails. You'll find the perfect weather, dry trails and the best possible views.

INSURANCE ON ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

When you are traveling at altitudes like that of the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek, you can face unexpected circumstances at any time during the journey. You must get yourself a good insurance policy that covers such situations. Many travel insurance companies do not have policies that cover high altitude traveling. Be sure to check your insurance policy. If you get injured or if you need immediate evacuation, you will require a rescue team to come for you. In dire cases, one might require a helicopter rescue, or might have to be carried back by a yak or horse. Rescue services such as hiring a helicopter can be really expensive. It is best to have insurance to cover all of these charges. You can find insurance providers who also cover your insurance at high altitudes.

BOOKING & PAYMENTS ON SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

You will not have a hard time finding a travel agency that will arrange for you a decent journey to the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You can schedule a trek at your choice of destination online or in person. Or you can also place your interest and the travel agency will give you the perfect time to leave for your trek. Terms and agreements applied, you will have to comply with the demands set by the agencies before booking your trip. You will be required to send necessary documents such as passports, and advanced payment for your confirmation. You can be charged a certain amount of money depending upon the agency if you want to cancel a booking.

ACCLIMATIZATION ON SHORT ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK

Acclimatization is a vital aspect of any high altitude travel. It is a process by which your body develops an increase in the number of red blood cells which increases the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood. This lowers your risk of getting altitude sickness. Acclimatization may require several hours up to a day or two. Your body needs time to adjust to the new climate and thus function accordingly. It is recommended that you spend a night or more at every checkpoint you reach so that your body can acclimatize to the climate. You can get enough rest and also enjoy the surroundings while you're at it. 

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  • Trip Cost USD $600
  • Trip Duration 11 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Trip Difficulty Moderate & Adventurous
  • Trip StyleTrekking
  • Accomodation3 Star (or greater) Hotel, Kathmandu, Pokhara and tea house during The Trek
  • Transportation: Private Vehicle
  • Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara. All meals during the trek
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