Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is the most popular hiking destination in Nepal at the South face of the foot of the Annapurna I mountain, 8091m. Annapurna Base Camp lies at the elevation of 4130m above sea level. Annapurna mountain range is also known as Annapurna massif bounded by Kaligandaki River, Marsyandi River, Modi Khola Valley and Pokhara Valley. Surrounded by six giants peaks of Annapurna I,II,III, IV, Annapurna South, Nilgiri, Gangapurna, and Macchapucchere the chains of Annapurna I (8091m) is 10th highest mountain in the world. Annapurna base camp trek is also famous for varieties of well protected rhododendron, pine and juniper forest, terraced rice field, Modi Khola valley, and waterfalls.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Hotel in Kathmandu | ||||
Max-Altitude: | 4,130m/13,545ft | ||||
Group size: | 2-12 people | ||||
SEASONS | January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December | ||||
Fitness level: | Moderate | ||||
Group size: | 2-12 people | ||||
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Annapurna Base Camp trek is a moderate trek which can be completed in 8 to 12 days. The base camp trek is also the best hiking route for beginners. You can also take your children in this trek. ABC Trek offers a prominent view of the two famous mountains Annapurna South and Himchuli and while you enter Annapurna Sanctuary one can see the closest view of Macchapucchre mountain (Fishtail-6997m).
Before arriving at Annapurna Base Camp we pass through the Macchapucchre base camp . Annapurna trekking region is protected by ACAP to upgrade the livelihood of the people living in this area and the trekker’s needs special ACAP permit to enter in this region; which is easily available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
The tea house and lodge are available in many places where you will find some basic to advance accommodation facilities according to the place. The most popular foods are the local Daal Bhat, Chowmien, Soups, and Fried Rice. The most rewarding part of this trek is the hot spring in Jhinu Danda where people can relax their tired muscles in soothing hot spring water near Modi Khola river.
There are different routes to reach Annapurna Base Camp trekking. Depending upon your time in Nepal, you can program your itinerary according to your choice where there are different routes starting from Pokhara. Except from June-September, Annapurna Base Camp trekking is accessible all over the year however, it is advised to take a consult properly during Winter time where there are snowfall and the risk of avalanches. If you have more time and want to do the same trek in a relaxing then you can choose our 12 days Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.
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