Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Our trek starts at Nayapul after an hour drive on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 15-minute walk along the banks of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1,015m) a large village with many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. The trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1,495m and after a short climb, we reach Ulleri at 1900m. Today’s walk is relatively short and easy, a prelude to the trekking experience in the Annapurna region. Overnight at a Guesthouse.

we ascend steeply for the first 2 hours and then ascend gently passing through Banthanti. This route gives us breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. Our trail now gets quite easy going as we pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds which gives us good feelings till we ascend gently up to the final camp.

The iconic place of Annapurna Region known as Poon Hill is going to be conquered this day. We climb the steep trail to the viewpoint of Poon Hill (3210m). After the memorable snaps of majestic Himalayas seen from Poon Hill like Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.), we return to Gorepani. After breakfast at guest house we start our trek to Deurali(2960m) via Banthali finally at Chuile. We descend through rhododendron forest, pass by spectacular waterfalls along the way and reach Chuile after half an hour from Tadapani.

We descends to Kimrong Khola from Chuile through the the dense and dark forest of rhododendron. Crossing Chhomrong at Gurjung village where we can have our lunch. Chhomrong village is the palce to view Mt Annapurna south and Hiunchuli and the virgin peak Mount Fishtail (Machhapuchhre) along long terrace village settlement. Chhomrong is the biggest Gurung settlement of this area.

Slowly and gently crossing the bamboo forests with varieties of rhododendron and oak trees, we will reach the most pleasurable way to the Annapurna Base Camp. After this the trail ascends up to Hinko Cave (3160m.), the huge overhanging rock which provides some protection against rain and avalanches. It takes approximately twenty five minutes through a normally ascending path to reach Deurali (3230m.).

This exciting day leads you at the heart of your trekking via Machhapuchhare Base Camp, Since it is totally surrounded by mountains. Two hours trek from Machhapuchhare Base Camp takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at elevation of 4,130m. The remaining you have time to see, explore and relax at the base camp which gives you the heavenly feelings on the earth.

We follow the same trail down today the trail drops by 1,700m to the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2,345m where there are a few teahouse/lodges available to stay.

Your trial goes to the Jhinu danda (Hot spring), a small top hill around. Your trial leads to the Khuldi Ghar to Sinuwa hill where your continuity treks up to the Chhomrong village and after meal we descent 2 hrs to the Jhinu for the overnight. There you can enjoy the bath to the hot pool and to visit natural hot spring as well.

After departure from Jhinu, trek back to Nayapul which takes about 6 hours to reach the ending point of trekking. Here ends the memorable trekking of Annapurna Base Camp. Then drive from Nayapul to Pokhara.