Immerse Yourself in the Gurung Culture
Though a minority group in Nepal, the Gurung people are the heart and soul of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Trekking through this region offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in their rich culture and traditions, gaining insight into their way of life and time-honored customs.
Accessible for All Fitness Levels
Unlike more challenging treks, this route offers a gentler climb, making it suitable for anyone eager to experience the majesty of the mountains without the need for intense physical preparation. It’s a journey that invites you to savor the breathtaking views at a comfortable pace.
Diverse Landscapes
From terraced rice fields to lush, dense forests, and from vast river valleys to awe-inspiring glaciers, this trek unfolds a stunning array of landscapes. Each step reveals a new facet of nature’s beauty, making every moment of the journey a captivating experience.
The Annapurna Base Camp trek is an extraordinary journey that weaves through a mesmerizing tapestry of landscapes, offering a rare opportunity to get up close to some of the world's most magnificent peaks. In a relatively short period, this iconic trek in the heart of the Annapurna region takes you from lush terraced fields and vibrant rhododendron forests to the rugged high-altitude terrain of the Himalayas.
As you trek, the towering Annapurna Range remains a constant companion, gradually revealing its imposing beauty. The trek ascends to the serene Annapurna Base Camp, situated at an altitude of 4,130 meters, where the grandeur of the surrounding peaks is truly awe-inspiring. You’ll find yourself nestled in a natural amphitheater, embraced by the majestic walls of Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Machapuchare (6,993m), and Hiunchuli (6,441m). Each of these mighty summits reaches skyward, casting their majestic shadows over the verdant landscape below.
The journey itself is a sensory feast, as you move through diverse ecosystems—beginning in subtropical lowlands and gradually ascending into alpine meadows and barren highlands. The crisp mountain air, the scent of pine and rhododendrons, and the sight of snow-capped peaks stretching far beyond the horizon make the Annapurna Base Camp trek an unforgettable adventure. The landscape changes with every step, offering endless panoramic views that will leave you in awe of nature's unparalleled beauty.
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One of our representatives will pick you up at the airport to accompany you to the hotel. Depending on the time of arrival we will meet at the hotel for the briefing of the entire trip.
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On this day, we will travel by road from the capital to the city of Pokhara. The journey will take around 10 hours
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Today we drive from Pokhara to Samrung around 75 km which takes around 2 hours.
Today we pass through several Gurung ethnic villages, we can see their daily life closely.
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We bid farewell to the last vestiges of villages, entering forests of bamboo, rhododendron and oak. Our path continues up a narrow valley culminating at Deurali. It is here our efforts are first rewarded with views of the sacred Machapuchare fishtail peak - surely one of countless breathtaking Himalayan panoramas to come.
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Today the trail is short and the valley opens up and we leave the forests behind and the alpine zone begins. We have good view of Annapurna 3, Gangapurna, Hiunchuli, Gandharvachuli, Tharpuchuli.
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The valley widens as we advance to the base camp, a sanctuary surrounded 360º by the highest peaks of the Annapurna Region.
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After reveling in an unforgettable sunrise over the Annapurna peaks from base camp, we commence our descent back down the valley. The return trek allows us to further absorb the landscape under different lighting and from new perspectives along the way.
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Upon completing the final long day of trekking, we can rest and recuperate in the revitalizing hot springs of Jhinu Dada. It's the perfect way to unwind tired muscles after days of mountain trails before continuing out of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
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We conclude our epic journey by trekking to the designated bus station or jeep meeting point for transportation back to Pokhara. En route, we can reflect on our accomplishments, new friendships made and supreme Himalayan grandeur witnessed over an amazing week in the Annapurnas.
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After breakfast, we begin our journey back to Kathmandu by vehicle. The scenic drive takes around 10 hours before arriving in the captivating Thamel, where you will be dropped off comfortably at your hotel.
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You will be dropped off at the airport in a car or jeep prior to your flight departure time.
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