If you want to get real close to the Annapurna this is the right trek for you!

The way through the “Annapurna Sanctuary“, that leads to the Annapurna Base Camp (“ABC”), takes you right into the heart of the massif.

On the way you also pass the Base Camp of the distinct Machapuchare (“Mt. Fishtail”). Surrounded by the towering white peaks you will understand the size and beauty of the Himalayas in a very intense way.

Length: 13–14 days Trek level: moderate
Accom.: lodges
Max. height: 4130 m
Best time: October–November
March–April

Itinerary of the trek
Day 1 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (7–8 hrs drive)
Day 2 Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1 hr drive). Trekking from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga, 1960 m (3 hrs)
Day 3 Trekking from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani, 2774 m (5 hrs)
Day 4 Sunset Hike to Poon Hill, 3200 m (x hrs up and back). Trekking from Ghorepani to Tadapani, 2590 m (4 hrs)
Day 5 Trekking from Tadapani to Chhomrung, 2170 m (6 hrs)
Day 6 Trekking from Chhomrung to “Himalaya Hotel”, 2920 m (6 hrs)
Day 7 Trekking from “Himalaya Hotel” to Machhapuchhare. Base Camp, 3700 m (5 hrs)
Day 8 Trekking from Machhapuchhare Base Camp to Annapurna. Base Camp, 4130 m (2 hrs). Return to Doban, 2505 m (4 hrs)
Day 9 Trekking from Doban to Chhomrong, 2170 m (5 hrs)
Day 10 Trekking from Chhomrong to Jinudanda, 1950 m (1,5 hrs) or to Landrung, 1570 m (4 hrs)
Day 11 Trekking from Jinudanda / Landrung to Dhampus, 1760 m (7 hrs / 4 hrs)
Day 12 Trekking from Dhampus to Phedi, 940 m (2 hrs). Drive from Pedi to Pokhara (30 min drive)
Day 13 Drive from Pokhara back to Kathmandu (7–8 hrs drive)

Please note: Variations of the here shown itinerary are no problem, even appreciated. My ambition is to trim the trek for your individual timetable and budget. Please contact me for any further questions.

Service Include:

• Pick up drop from airport to hotel and from hotel to airport;
• 2 Nights hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and two nights in Pokhara;
• Lodges during the trek;
• 3 meals a day while on trek;
• A guide & required number of porter(s);
• Annapurna Conservation permit;
• Trekking permit;
• Trekking gear;
• Insurance for Nepali staff Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car;
• Annapurna trekking map;
• Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter;
• Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available);
• All necessary paper works and national park entry permits;
• TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System);

Service Exclude:

• All personal expenses;
• Bar beverages, bottled water and all kind of drink;
• Travel medical insurance;
• Alternative transportation (in case of road blockade);
• Emergency evacuation by helicopter;
• Meals while in Kathmandu allow US$ 10 – US$ 15 per day;
• International airfare and airport departure tax;
• Nepal entry visa;
• Personal shopping and laundry etc.;
• Personal trekking equipment;
• Tips for trekking staff and driver;