Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek

With breakfast done, we prepare for an early morning flight to the beautiful city of Pokhara. Pokhara is a backpacker’s paradise. It’s a fantastic place to chill and relax. Once we reach Pokhara we go on an hour’s drive to Naya Pul. We begin our trek to Ghandruk from Naya pul. Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung village with very hospitable people. If we have some spare time we might visit the Gurung museum as well.  Overnight in Ghandruk.

Note- The flight fare is extra which cost about US$125 per person

The trip from Ghandruk to Chhomrong is one of the best. The views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre), and Ganggapurna make the trip so much beautiful. It is demanding with steep climbs but equally rewarding. On the first part of the trail we make our way up to Kimrungdanda. From there on we descend quick to Kimrong Khola. From there is a steep climb to Chere Danda. From there it’s a smooth and gentle walk to Chhomrong. Chhomrong rests below the Annapurna massive. The village is very pretty. Overnight in Chhomrong.

Today, we go to Bamboo! Yes, Bamboo. The first part of the trail begins with a descend 2500 steps made of stones onto a bridge over the Chhomrong Khola. The trail now changes to a steep climb to Sinuwa. From Sinuwa we make our way through the woods to Kuldihar. From Kuldihar it’s a gentle downhill walk to Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo.

It isn’t surprising why the place is called Bamboo. You pass through a dense bamboo forest during the first part of the trail. The journey through the forest is damp, dark, and cold with a few gentle steep sections here and there. The forest soon clears as we reach Himalaya Hotel. The scene is pretty dramatic as the forest opens up, you are greeted by sunlight and down below you a great view of a glacial river. From there we take a steep climb to Hinku Cave. Prepare yourself now for one of the best stretches of the Day- the walk to Deurali; the trail goes dramatically close to the river and then goes further away with a steep climb straight up to Deurali. This area is really picturesque.  You get brilliant views of the valley with the river below, and rocky cliffs decorated with thin waterfalls above. Overnight in Deurali.

The day begins with a moderate climb over a river bed, the trail slowly turning steeper taking us up to the mountain side. Most part of the trek is moderate except for the part between Bagar to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, it can be a bit demanding. All that hard work pays off generously once you reach Machhapuchhre base camp. From Machhapuchhre base camp you can see the Machhapuchhre, Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna. The views are incredible and magical to say the least; and there’s more to come!
We now walk alongside the great Himalayan giants on our way to Annapurna Base Camp. We enter the Annapurna sanctuary where you can enjoy a sensational view of almost vertical south face of Annapurna. And then it is the base camp. ABC has the best views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli and other snow-clad giants. Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp.

Our journey back starts from today. We follow our steps back to Bamboo from ABC. It is all downhill and easy. We can still enjoy extraordinary scenery and see some views we might have missed! Overnight in Bamboo.

The trail for toDay is pretty uneven; one moment you are going up, the other, yes, you guessed it right, you are going down, but the scenery will still uplift you! The way is up from Bamboo to Kuldighar. From Kuldigar the trail descends to Chhomrong Khola. And again, we climb up, this time through several stone steps to Chhomrong. And, yes, you know what is coming next, right? We are going down again. The trail descends to Jhinu Danda. And that’s enough of up and down for toDay! And, there’s a hot spring some fifteen to twenty minutes away from Jhinu Danda! So, enjoy a nice dip at the hot spring and relax for the rest of the evening. Overnight in Jhinu Danda.

Our journey for toDay ends at the beautiful city of Pokhara. You will spend a relaxing night at Pokhara. Pokhara is a great place to chill, relax, and celebrate! The Day starts with a trek to Naya Pul from Jhinu Danda. The trek will give you a great look of the mountainous/hilly landscape of Western Nepal. From Naya Pul we drive to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara

We will catch an afternoon flight to Kathmandu, where we can do some last-minute souvenir shopping and some celebration! You can also check out some other places in Kathmandu, we will be assisting you with that as well. A farewell dinner is arranged to celebrate your success. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Note- If you take a plane instead of overland drive, the flight fare is extra

This is it, your last Day in Nepal. It’s time to say goodbye, but we hope we’ll meet again! Our representative will escort you to the airport three hours before the scheduled flight.