Annapurna Base Camp Via Poonhill

                                        
                                        destination
                                        Annapurna Base Camp and Poonhill
                                    
                                        duration
                                        13 Days
                                    
                                        grade
                                        Difficult
                                    
                                        start/end point
                                        Kathmandu/Kathmandu
                                    
                                        max altitude
                                        4130m
                                    
                                        season
                                        Jan to May/Sep to Dec

Overview

Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) and Poonhill trek is an astonishing journey where trekkers can have a moment at the shadow of Annapurna at base camp and see the up-close striking sunrise view over the mountains like Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. Equally, this trek passes the trail via Machhapurhhre Base Camp.

ABC via Poon Hill Ghorepani 2020 trek is a journey to the eastern countryside Nepal, province 4. The tour begins from the beautiful and populated tourist hub Pokhara after leaving the capital, Kathmandu. Then, the pathways via Nayapul to … Ghorepani …..Machhapuchhre Base Camp and ABC follow through this tour a complete justice. Ghorepani is an appealing region to have an eccentric and magnificent outlook of gigantic mountains and local culture. Hike to Poon hill for a close scope of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and sunrise above the vista is a true blessing. A blanket of snow all above the range and just below rich and flourish rhododendron with extensive floras and fauna is a great excursion and privilege to have.

The set of Annapurna base camp and Poonhill encompasses vista like Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Lamjung Himal (6,983m), Gandharva Chuli (6,248m), Hunchuli (6,441m), Baraha Shikhar/Fang (7,647m), Nilgiri South (6,889m), Tukuche Paek (6,920m), Thapa/Dhampus Peak (6,012m), and Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m). The team hike right into the Annapurna Sanctuary during the trek.

The cultural attractions of Gurung, Magar, and Thakalis’ is the perfect nutrients to the recipe. A unique and typical lifestyle with the completion of warning generosity helps travelers to attain a comfortable sensation while touring.

Trip Highlights

Cold day and night
Trail warm and moist, risk of landslide and avalanche
Winter and monsoon-off season
Clear day and night, unobstructed scenes and blossoms over the hills
Weather and temperature are warm and stable
Best time to trek: Autumn and spring
Rich and flourish rhododendron with extensive floras and fauna.
A blanket of snow all above the range.
Cultural attractions of Gurung, Magar, and Thakalis hike right into the Annapurna Sanctuary during the trek.
Up-close striking sunrise view over the mountains like Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive onward Pokhara (910 meters) from Kathmandu. Duration: 6-7 hours.

We pack our stuff, take an early breakfast and take a ride to Pokhara. The drive gets quite mesmerizing as we follow the trail connecting green hills, rivers, and streams.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Drive to Nayapul and hike till Tikhedhunga (1540 meters). Duration: 5 hours.

Day 3: Trek advancing to Ghorepani (2750 meters) from Tikhedunga.

Day 4: Poon hill hike and then to Tadapani (2710 m). Duration: 5 hours.

Day 5: Trek onto Chhomrong (2100 meters) from Tadapani. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 6: Trek onto Dovan (2430 meters) from Dovan. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 7: Hike from Dovan onto Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700 meters). Duration: 4-5 hours.

Day 8: Hike onto Annapurna Base Camp (ABC, 4130 meters). Duration: 3-4 hours.

Day 9: Hike on to Bamboo from ABC (2300 meters). Distance: 4-5 hours.

Day 10: Hike onto Jhinu Danda and withdraw from Bamboo. Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 11: Trek onto Nayapul, drive to Pokhara.

Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 13: Final day: departure to home.

Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusion

Airport pickup and drop
3 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu and 1 night in Pokhara (BB Plan on sharing basis)
Domestic Flights: From/to KTM-PKH-KTM
Necessary transportation cost for trekking
Tea house accommodation during the trekking including Meal (BLD with extra Tea and Coffee)
Permits, TIMS, Professional English-Speaking Guide Assistant guide and Porter (2-member 1 porter)
Insurance for all trekking Staffs
Frontier Duffel bag (If required)
Trekking Map
First Aid Medical Kit for emergency
Kathmandu Valley sightseeing with Professional Tour Guide and full briefing, necessary Entry Fees and Transportation
Pokhara sightseeing including Entry Fees and Transportation
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Exclusion

International Flight Fare
Nepal Entry Visa Fee
Personal Insurance (Travel, Emergency Medical, Rescue)
Meal (Lunch and dinner) during stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Personal Trekking Gears, extra expenses Phone Calls, Water, Laundry, Bar Bills, Battery Recharge, Internet etc.
Tips for trekking staff