Annapurna Sanctuary | Base Camp Trek

The Annapurna Sanctuary trek traverses a variety of terrain, from lowland villages, start from Nayapul / Birethanti and rock cover trail thousands of steps to Banthanti and beautiful view of terraces agriculture. This trek which is one of the famous shorter distances from Pokhara and viewpoints of Annapurna ranges and Dhaulagiri mountains, the view of Annapurna from Poon hill is outstanding. Trekking through Ghorepani Poon hill helps you to acclimatize and explore different terrain before you get to high altitude Annapurna Base camp.

The trek through Gurung villages and climb through the Modi Khola gorge into the Annapurna Sanctuary, an amphitheater of huge Himalayan peaks, this trek offers fine close-up mountain views without the acclimatization problem of the Everest region. The route to the Annapurna Sanctuary and Annapurna South – Face Base Camp is a spectacular short trek. Although it has some long steep climbs and descents, primarily on stone steps, the trek is not difficult if you take your time.

The first few days of this trek are actually the hardest because of all the climbs and descents into the side valley and are much tougher than seen on the map might be suggested. The second half of the trek is a more gradual ascent up the Modi Khola.

Trekking in Nepal especially in the Annapurna sanctuary doesn’t require prior experiences, better to have a guide or someone already been on the route. Trekking trails/routes are straight forward either start from Phedi or Nayapul. This trek probably the best option for a short vacation and want to see a mountain close-up. We organize this trekking for people who wants to get life-time experiences with no stress. You can trek the whole year round up to Ghorepani poon hill that’s shorter options and for the Sanctuary suitable time is Feb – June & Sept mid – December end.

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu transfer to the Hotel.
Travel to Nepal takes several days depending on where you travel from; Arrived in Kathmandu average elevation of 1380 meter /4554 feet where Kathmandu Adventure’s guide/staff meets you and transfer to the hotel close to great food from all over the world, beautiful handicraft/shopping, and the number of temples and markets are nearby. Kathmandu Adventure’s will come to brief you about your trekking; if you have questions regard trekking please be ready and be clear at the pre-departure meeting.

Day 2: Fly to Pokhara 25minute and transfer to the hotel.
The most beautiful and short flight in the Himalayan range; when you are in flight you will able to see the most beautiful Ganesh Himal, Manasalu, Lamjung, and Annapurna Himalayan range, your flight land at the Pokhara just a few KM southeast of Pokhara valley. You have half a day in the lakeside (the most popular touristic area in Nepal) you can sit next to the lakeside and take a view of Annapurna and the fishtails mountain range.

Day 3: Drive to Nayapul 2hours and trek to Uller 5-6 hours altitude 1960m.
Your guide will be ready with a vehicle just outside of your hotel, make sure you packed your personal stuff for the trekking and baggage you want to leave behind in your hotel; we recommend packing your bag the night before. If you are not a morning person and don’t want to have your breakfast ask them to pack your breakfast the night before. We’ll drive 2 hours to Nayapul where start your trek, In the first one hour you will be walking on the jeep off-road; still, you’ll see the old trekking route and houses next to the Modi Khola. We stop at Birethanti have lunch and continue our trek to Uller. We cross the beautiful Hile and Tikhedhunga and climb the stone-covered trail to Ulleri and stay overnight at the teahouse.

Day 4: Trek Uller to Ghorepani 6 hour altitude 2860m.
Our guide will arrange all the necessary services food, accommodation, and brief for the day. Today we trek to Ghorepani via Banthanti (Thanti means where you rest and take snacks/tea), the switchbacks and stone-covered trails continue until Banthanti with beautiful stone slate roofing and traditional Gurung and Magar houses. We shared the trail with locals and other visitors we will encounter many trekkers going up and coming down from the Ghorepani. After Banthanti the trails switch to dense forest mixed with Rhododendrons, bamboo trees. Reach at the ridge Ghorepani now you are at the height of 2860m from sea level the giants Annapurna South, Himchuli, Fishtail, and Dhaulagiri lines on the northwest, North and Northeast. You enjoy your sunset views and the mountain teahouse at Ghorepani.

Day 5: Trek to Poon Hill, and trek to Tadapani altitude 2660m.
The most popular views point Poonhill; we get up very early at least 2hours before the sunrise and walk to the Poonhill and wait for the magnificent absolutely beautiful sunrise and the color of the horizon lower valley and the giant Himalayan Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Annapurna, Nilgiri, and its range, cold you must be equipped, and ready for the most amazing moment at the views tower. After sunrise view and a great time we walk back to the teahouse have breakfast and start trek to Tadapani. One of the longest days with wilderness, mixed forest beautiful day of our trekking. The trails switchback, ups and down to Banthati, and climb a few hundred meters before reaching Tadapani. We spent a night at Tadapani; our guide will make arrangements for a lunch break, snacks break, and whole day plan please talk to your guide if you need any care or services.

Day 6: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrogn 5 hours altitude 2170m.
Our day starts after your breakfast, our assistance and guide will be staying in the same guesthouse and they will be local and have a lot of experiences the good location for the break, lunch, and night hold. Today we drop a thousand feet down to Chhomrong Khola the trail loop down next to the local’s house and mixed forest. After having fresh hot lunch at the Chhomrong Khola our journey continues to Chhomrong village; this mountain town is very beautiful and has lots of options good internet connection, Himalayan organic coffee, Germany Bakery/ pastry, and more if you are fancy. After Chhomrong we have only one trail lead towards the Annapurna Base Camp.

Day 7: Trek Chhomrong to Dhobhan 5hours altitude 2600m gain 430.
Let’s start our day a little earlier than yesterday, we have a long and lots of stone-covered switchbacks dropping to the stream and back up to Shikha. We stop at the Bamboo for hot lunch, most of the houses are made from Bamboo and the bamboo forest along Modi Khola. The beautiful waterfalls, dense forest, and the wildlife encounter is the highlight of the day.

Day 8: Trek Dhobhan to MBC 5 - 6 hours altitude 3700m gain 1100m.
We start our trek as early yesterday we take more stops and enjoy our beautiful hike to the valley, we stop at Deurali have hot lunch, and continue our journey to the Machhapuchhare Base Camp (Fishtail’s mountain base camp) today we reach alpine and glacier valley surrounded by the big Annapurna circuits mountains. We offer an optional ridge hike to see the glacier valley receding and the effect of global warming. Kathmandu Adventure encourage to fill up drinking water from filling station and reducing plastic uses and eat local food Dal-Bhat to support locals.

Day 9: Trek MBC to South Annapurna Base Camp altitude 4130m Early morning, and trek back to Dheurali.
Our guide will give a wake-up call for the base camp trek, today we trek to base camp spent few hours at the South Annapurna Base and see the beautiful Annapurna circuits sunrise views, and more.

We can customize your trip as you like we can spend one day at the Annapurna Base Camp (after breakfast we can hike up to Goth to see the real Annapurna Mountain circuits and the whole range.

After that, we can hike down to Deurali and spent a night at the Deurali.

Day 10: Trek Dheurali to Jhinu 5 - 6 hours and stay at altitude 1780m.
The longest distance of the trekking with some incline and long decline hiking to the Jhinu the small mountain village where you can experience the warm spring/hot springs. The trail from Shikha to straight down to the Khola and straight up to Chhomrong and again switch back downhill to the Jhinu. We stop for hot Lunch at Bamboo or Shikha Deurali depending on our departure and pace. It will be a beautiful trekking day.

Day 11: Trek Jhinu to Potana 6 - 7 hours and stay at altitude 1890m.
Crossing the longest swing bridge of sidestream and Modikhola the trail continue to Landruk the Gurung village where we stop for our lunch and enjoy the views of Annapurna South, Fishtail and Himchuli during eating hot dal baht and mixed veg. Landruk is the most beautiful Gurung village I ever been, people are so friendly and happily live in the mountain, they haul bandle of fodder from far dawn and grow seasonal fruits, vegetables; and their ricefield is just next to the Modikhola which is 1000-1200feet down in the river valley. After lunch, we trek on the jeep trail to Ghot and climb to Deurali where we stop take hot drinks and continue our journey to Potana. When the weather is clear we can see the best views of Fishtail and Annapurna Mountain ranges from the hotel.

Day 12:Trek Potana to Kande and drive to Pokhara.
After having the last breakfast at the mountain with the best of the entire trip the fishtail right in front of you and the green valley in the south; we take multiple shots and getting ready for the bustling town Pokhara. After 3 hours downhill trek we reach the Kande via Australian Camp, and drive 1:30 minutes to the Lakeside Pokhara and stay in the Pokhara.

Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu for 25 minutes and transfer to the hotel.
Depending on your departure schedule we arrange your flight tickets either morning or the afternoon and we can easily reschedule your departure time the night before. Traveling back to Kathmandu there are many options as you like flight or private / tourist bus (6-7hrs). we’ll arrange your pick up and transfer to the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day14: Extra day in Kathmandu.
Extra full day in Kathmandu, Kathmandu is the hustle bustle old city of Nepal, there are so many wonderful monuments and UNESCO heritage sights, where you can spend a whole day or half-day cultural tour and get to know about the mystery of Newar’s culture. We can also arrange a half-day cooking class, cultural sightseeing in Khokana, Bungmati, and Kritipur or you can just have a late breakfast laydown rest and get prepare for your long journey back home, you can always explore the tourist/local market where you can find interesting handicrafts, souvenir and gift items for your loved. We'll gather for the farewell dinner in the evening in the local restaurant share your feedback and experiences with Kathmandu Adventure for better services for future clients.

Day15: Transfer to the International airport for final departure.
Our company representative will drop you at the International airport in Kathmandu, it would be great to leave 3 hours before departure. Thanks for choosing us and supporting our local business.

Experienced English-speaking guide & assistance for baggage carry.
Flights Kathmandu –Pokhara – Kathmandu.
Tourist bus tickets (optional)
3-night hotel in Kathmandu & 2-night hotel in Pokhara bed & breakfast.
Essential group First aid.
Trekking permit and TIMS.
Guides & Porter’s salary their necessary charges.
Food Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast with hot drinks tea & Coffee.
Accommodation at local tea-house twin sharing room.

Travel/ trekking, accidental insurance (mandatory)
Lunch and dinner while you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Personal Expenses (e.g. alcohol, snacks, chocolate, and internet)
Alcohol and all bottle beverages.
International airfare and airport tax.
Guides/ assistance’s tip.
Emergency evacuation.