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Annapurna Base Camp Trek Accelerated

Duration: 9 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 10 - 15 km per day

Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

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> Explore Phewa Lake in Pokhara
> Stay in the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary
> Return flights Kathmandu – Pokhara

This version of the Annapurna Base Camp trek is a fast track to reach the foot of the Annapurna Massif. Does that mean you miss out on the highlights? No! The route has a directer approach. You'll pass quaint Gurung villages and big river valleys before reaching higher ground. Obviously the base camp itself is the absolute highlight. Marvel at the world of snow and ice and the high altitude plateau called the Annapurna Sanctuary. You end the trek with a visit to the hot springs in Jhinu Danda before heading back to Pokhara. It's a great place to recover, with the beautiful Phewa Lake and the Himalayas in the background. And the return flight saves you a long drive back to the capital!

Itinerary

Day

Flight to Pokhara and Trek to Ghandruk

Duration: 05:45 h

Distance: 13.3 km

Ascent: 1120 m

Descent: 190 m

This option with a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhar will save you some precious time. This time can be spent on the trails to the village of Ghandruk. Make sure you choose the right side of the plane to ensure the best views of the Himalayas. The crew will be waiting for you at Pokhara airport. Upon arrival it takes an 1 hour and 20 minute drive to Nayapul (new bridge) on the main road near Birethanti. From here we start our trek. From Birethanti, we trek to Ghandruk, a beautiful village mostly inhabited by the Gurung community. If time allows us so, you can visit the Gurung museum.

Ghandruk

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Trek to Chhomrong

Duration: 06:00 h

Distance: 10.6 km

Ascent: 800 m

Descent: 800 m

We trek uphill for about an hour to Kimrungdanda, while enjoying great views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre) and Ganggapurna. Then we take a steep descent to the Kimrong Khola. After another steep ascent from Kimrong Khola to Chere Danda, we descend for a while and then it’s a gentle walk to Chhomrong, a beautiful village located in the lap of the giant Annapurna.

Chomrong

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Trek to Bamboo

Duration: 03:00 h

Distance: 6.5 km

Ascent: 540 m

Descent: 240 m

We descend 2500 stone steps and cross the bridge above Chhomrong Khola. From here it is an uphill climb to Sinuwa. Next, we pass through a beautiful forest to Kuldihar followed by an easy downhill walk to Bamboo. We will spend the night in Bamboo village.

Bamboo

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Included

Pick up and transfer to and from airport

If needed, your transfers from and to the airport are included.
Transfers

All necessary transfers (bus, taxi, flights, etc.) as described in the programme are included.
Staying in Lodge or Guest House during the trek

During the trek, we stay in lodges or teahouses. These are simple in nature, but fully equipped. Do not expect too much luxury.
English speaking guide and a porter

One porter per two trekkers. This way you don’t have to carry your complete equipment yourself. The guide speaks English.
Salary, food, insurance, and accommodation for guide and porter

The total amount covers not only your own basics, but also those of your guide and porter. No unpleasant surprises.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared during the trek. The meals are basic, but will give you enough energy for your appetite. Fruit is also available after each meal.
Coffee and Tea

Coffee and tea are also organized by the trekking company. Every morning fresh coffee and tea are made. There are scheduled breaks to enjoy this.
Permit and TIMS

The total amount includes costs for the permits needed for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This also applies to the TIMS Card, to the Trekkers Information Management System.
Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags

In order to pull in the Himalayas as prepared as possible, it is important to bring a good down jacket and sleeping bag. These are provided by your trekking company.
T-Shirt & Route Map

We also have a t-shirt and a route map for you. Not only are they ideal for trekking, but they are also beautiful souvenirs.
Assistant Guide for a Group of over 6 People

If your group is larger than 6 people, we will take an extra assistant guide with you to support you.
Altitude Sickness & First Aid Kit

The guides carry an altitude sickness kit to monitor your pulse rate, oxygen saturation, and heart rate twice a day (very useful for monitoring the symptoms of altitude sickness (AMS) at altitude).
Return flights Kathmandu – Pokhara

The flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back including airport taxes are included in the total price of this trekking. You are likely to meet more trekkers who do one of the routes in the Annapurna Region.
Hotel stay in Pokhara

During your stay in Pokhara, you will stay in a hotel.

Excluded

Visa for Nepal

Your trekking company will not take responsibility for the travel visa for Nepal. This should be organized by yourself. Contact your local Nepalese embassy for the latest visa information.
Flights to and from Nepal

The total amount is also exclusive of flights to and from Nepal. To get an idea of which airlines are flying on Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), have a look at the website.
Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast

Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.
Personal expenses

All personal expenses such as drinks at the bar, washing and other similar expenses are for your own account.
Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers adventures at a high altitude. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before you travel to Nepal.
Tipping

Tips for guides and porters are exclusive. 10% of the total amount is an excellent target price, but the final amount is up to you.
Desserts, Hot Shower, Hot Water, Mineral Water and Wi-Fi

Certain luxuries such as desserts, a hot shower, hot running water, bottles of mineral water and Wi-Fi should be missed during a typical trek in the Himalayas. The water we encounter along the way is drinkable and is heated or boiled by us.

Destinations

Trekking Type

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Accelerated

Itinerary

Flight to Pokhara and Trek to Ghandruk

Ghandruk

Trek to Chhomrong

Chomrong

Trek to Bamboo

Bamboo

Included

Pick up and transfer to and from airport

Transfers

Staying in Lodge or Guest House during the trek

English speaking guide and a porter

Salary, food, insurance, and accommodation for guide and porter

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Coffee and Tea

Permit and TIMS

Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags

T-Shirt & Route Map

Assistant Guide for a Group of over 6 People

Altitude Sickness & First Aid Kit

Return flights Kathmandu – Pokhara

Hotel stay in Pokhara

Excluded

Visa for Nepal

Flights to and from Nepal

Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast

Personal expenses

Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Tipping

Desserts, Hot Shower, Hot Water, Mineral Water and Wi-Fi

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