Royal Himalayan Holidays

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Duration
14 days
Max. Elevation
4130m
Group size
Min 2
Level
DIFFICULT
Transportation
All ground transportation and domestic flights as per itinerary
Best Season
Mar-May and Sep-Dec
Accomodation
5/4-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara + standard tea house/lodge during the trek
Meals
Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara + All meals during the trek
Starts at
Kathmandu
Ends at
Kathmandu
Trip Route
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Ghandruk-Chhomrong-Dobhan-MBC-ABC-Deurali-Sinuwa-Jhinudanda-Motkyu-Pokhara-Kathmandu

Highlights

    • Kathmandu sightseeing
    • Pokhara Lakeside city
    • Incredible Himalayan views
    • Adventurous trekking trails leading from jungles to the snowy Himalayas
    • Stay at typical Nepali mountain guesthouses
    • Visit Annapurna Base Camp
    • Relax at the Jhinudanda hot water springs

Overview

Offering some of the world’s most incredible views the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is said to be one of the best treks in Nepal! The Annapurna Massif or the Annapurna Himalaya reach above 8000 meters. Said to be a trekkers’ paradise, be ready to be captivated by the stunning views of snowcapped mountains, lush forests, green valleys, and gentle streams. Royal Himalayan Holidays make sure that your Annapurna Base Camp trek in Nepal will deliver lifelong memories and an unforgettable adventure of the Annapurna Himalayas!

Although the Annapurna Base Camp trek itself takes only seven days to base camp and back, Royal Himalayan Holidays organizes a fourteen days package inclusive of a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu. Housing at least 7 UNESCO Heritages Sites, this city is filled with ancient treasures! Nepal is filled with intoxicating culture and beautiful traditions all waiting to be discovered on your journey to the Annapurna Base Camp. After enjoying the marvels of Kathmandu this trek in Nepal takes you to the magical lakeside city of Pokhara. The gateway to the Annapurna Mountains and home to the iconic Fishtail Mountain, Mt Machhapuchhre. Strolling around Phewa Lake is just incredible, especially at night. Seeing the lights glitter on the lake’s surface and enjoying one of the charming restaurants is just what you need before starting the trek into the Annapurna Sanctuary! It all begins with a short and scenic drive to Ghandruk, one of the biggest Gurung settlements. After a last check-up on our gear, we head for Chhomrong our first stop. The trail starts off easy, descending down and seeing the entire Modhi Valley just asks for some photos as the views are stunning. We continue upwards of the Modhi Khola (river) and head towards Chhomrung resting at the base of the mighty Himal Chuli. Our next destination will be Dobhan. This amazing village lies up high, but as we get familiar with the trekking trails, to get up we first must go down into an amazing gorge filled with bamboo trees. Following the west side of the river, the trail guides us up until reaching the village. Entering the Annapurna Sanctuary¸ the views lead into the mighty Annapurna South Glacier, an unforgettable sight! After a day of trekking in the Annapurna Sanctuary, we reach our first base camp, Machhapuchhre Base Camp. One option is to camp further up above the glacier for a more unique experience! Please consult during your booking with our Royal Himalayan Holidays booking team, as camping gear is required, which can easily be rented. Continue about one hour from Machhapuchhre Base Camp upwards in order to reach Annapurna Base Camp! It is just incredible seeing the blue roofs of the base camp laying deep within the Annapurna Sanctuary. The Annapurna Base Camp weather depends on in which season you wish to trek in Nepal. But the views as you can imagine are unbelievably beautiful. After we spend some time enjoying our victory of reaching the Annapurna Base Camp we head back down towards Deurali, Sinuwa, and Jhinudanda. At Jhinudanda there are natural hot water springs awaiting you! A great way to rest and recuperate from the trek. The next day we trek a short distance to Motkyu from where we drive back to Pokhara.

Enjoy the best of the Nepalese Himalayas with the Annapurna Base Camp trek organized by Royal Himalayan Holidays and get the best trekking experience in just 14 days!

Trip Itinerary

  • Meet and greet at the airport
  • Hotel transfer by private vehicle
  • Welcome drinks and check-in
  • Welcome dinner
  • Overnight at your hotel

  • Hotel breakfast
  • Trek briefing at the hotel
  • Pick-up by your tour guide
  • Arrival at Bishal Bazaar and start walking tour
  • Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square
  • Continue walking tour to Thamel via Asan local bazaar
  • Pick up from Thamel and drive to your hotel (in case the hotel is out of Thamel)
  • Overnight at your hotel

  • Hotel breakfast
  • Pick up and transfer to the airport
  • Fly to Pokhara
  • Arrival Pokhara + transfer to your hotel
  • Hotel check-in
  • Lakeside walk
  • Boating on Phewa Lake
  • Pick up and drive to your hotel
  • Overnight at your hotel

  • Hotel breakfast
  • Pick up and drive to Birethanti
  • Stop at Birethanti for the TIMS check
  • Arrival and lunch at Ghandruk
  • Museum visit
  • Next day's trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at Ghandruk

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Head north towards Komrong
  • Follow the trail to Kimrong
  • Lunch at Kimrong
  • Continue on to Taulung
  • Small ascend northwards to Chhomrong
  • Next day’s trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at Chhomrong

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Cross the Chhomrong Khola River northwards
  • Continue on the trail passing Sinuwa, Kuldhighar
  • Reach Bamboo for lunch
  • Ascend further to Dobhan
  • Next day’s trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at Dobhan

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Follow the trail north passing Himalaya and the Hinku Cave
  • Stop at Deurali for lunch
  • Continue the rest of the day towards MBC
  • Next day’s trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at MBC

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Trek for about 2hrs to Annapurna Base Camp
  • Enjoy the sights from ABC for about 1hr
  • Trek back down to MBC for lunch
  • Follow the same trail back to Deurali
  • Next day’s trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at Deurali

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Continue back down passing Himalaya
  • Stop for lunch at Dobhan
  • Follow the trail until Sinuwa
  • Next day’s trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at Sinuwa

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Pass by Chhomrong
  • Continue to Jhinudanda
  • Lunch at Jhinudanda
  • Enjoy and relax at the natural hot water springs
  • Next day’s trek briefing
  • Dinner and stay overnight in the tea house at Jhinudanda

  • Wake-up call (optional)
  • Breakfast
  • Start to trek
  • Hike a bit up towards Motkyu village for pick up
  • Drive for about 3 to 4hrs back to Pokhara
  • Hotel check-in
  • Overnight at Pokhara

  • Hotel breakfast
  • Pick up and transfer to the airport
  • Fly to Kathmandu
  • Arrival in Kathmandu + transfer to your hotel
  • Hotel check-in
  • Overnight at the hotel

  • Trip review & feedback
  • Overnight at the hotel

  • Check-out
  • Our team will transfer you to the airport approx. 3hrs before departure

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Includes

    • All ground transportation as per itinerary
    • Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu Flight
    • 5/4-star Hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara
    • Tea house/lodge during the trek
    • Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
    • All meals during the trek
    • Welcome dinner
    • Licensed English-speaking trek guide/leader
    • Guide and porter service during the trek
    • All government and local taxes as per the itinerary
    • All permits as per the itinerary
    • All entry fees as per the itinerary
    • All official expenses as per the itinerary
    • Successful trek certificate
    • 1 basic medical kit per group

Exclude

    • Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
    • Tips for guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

With the thousands of travel and trekking agents to choose from in Nepal, why book a holiday with Royal Himalayan Holidays? Well first off, at RHH we take care in organizing any type of tour, trek, or adventure activity in Nepal. Furthermore, we provide a unique service by hiring only local and licensed guides. But the real reason you should book with RHH is, because of that touch of luxury that we provide in Nepal. All of our packages come with an All-Inclusive package, giving you more time to just enjoy your holiday. We provide luxury holidays in the Himalayas!

Booking with RHH has never been easier! Just use our easy-to-use website, select your package for Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibet and click Book Now to fill up your booking form. After receiving your booking form by auto email, our team will contact you back via email, to finalize your booking. It’s that easy!


Yes, all of our packages are based on luxury trips and can get pricy for the average budget trekker. We do however can change this during your booking should you wish. By lowering the accommodation type and switching to the public instead of private transport you can enjoy trips or treks with RHH without the luxury element. But then again would you sacrifice comfort for the price during a holiday? Enjoy the best of the Himalayas with our luxury packages. 

Almost all of our trips are family and child-friendly. Of course, you’ll need to see a bit yourself, we think it’s logical that you can’t book a hard and strenuous trek while bringing children with you. For family and child-friendly trips or treks, we do recommend any of our tour packages or one of our short treks in Nepal that don’t reach too many high altitudes. 


No, Royal Himalayan Holidays do not have any hidden or additional fees after booking a trip. With us, full transparency is an important part of our customer relations! Hence, all rates are included within your package, of course, these do not include your personal expenses, such as drinks, souvenirs, tips, etc. 


Yes with RHH you have the option to book a non-English guide for your trip. If you would like to have a different language guide during your holiday we do insist on mentioning this during your booking so we have the time to organize, find, check and hire said guide for your trip. There are French, German, Dutch, and Spanish-speaking guides available.

Royal Himalayan Holidays does take great care of booking your accommodation during your holiday in Nepal. We book only the best available 4 to 5-star category hotels. These hotels are based on All-Inclusive plans and have luxury rooms as well as other facilities available for you to enjoy during your holiday. During treks, accommodation is limited to standard guest or tea houses, but at some overnight locations where there is luxury accommodation available, we plan to stay at those. 

Well, since ATMs don’t exist up high in the mountains we do recommend bringing some additional cash with you, preferably Nepalese Rupees or US Dollars. Calculate a 15 to 25 USD per day in the Himalayas. This way you can use extra facilities in the guesthouses such as WIFI usage. 

Yes, with RHH you have the option to tailor-make or customize an itinerary before booking a holiday. If you want to change a part of your itinerary during your holiday then RHH can organize it for you, but at additional cost depending on the changes that have to be made. 

No, international flights are not included in the package rate. With so many flight options nowadays we give you the freedom of choosing the best available flights from and to Nepal yourself. If you do require international flight tickets we can arrange this, but by experience, we found that our customers can get better international flight rates by themselves from their own respective countries. 

So Nepal has 4 seasons. Starting with spring, followed by the monsoon or rainy season going into fall/autumn, and ultimately winter. The best times to book a trip or trek in Nepal will either be during spring or fall/autumn. Spring starts in March and ends at the end of May. During this season the winter cold is gone and the skies are clear blue with a few clouds here and there. Perfect for seeing those incredible mountain and valley views! Fall or autumn starts in September and runs until the end of November. This season is extra special in Nepal, not because of the clear skies and comfortable weather, but due to being the festival season. In October the biggest festival takes place in Nepal, namely Dashain and Tihar. To get the best experience in Nepal we do recommend booking either for the spring or fall/autumn seasons.


If you wish to book a budget trip with Royal Himalayan Holidays, you can just make any booking, but a request for a budget trip. Then after receiving your request our team can send you a budget itinerary for that package with a new and lower calculated rate per person. 

Almost all guesthouses have WIFI available and phone reception. Do note that this is not high-speed WIFI or perfect reception, you’re still in the remote Himalayas. During the trek, there will be areas with no reception or WIFI, meaning you’ll be completely cut out from the world and surrounded by nature! Exactly what a trek should be.

While tipping is not mandatory in Nepal, due to being a low-income country many of the workers do depend on it as a secondary income. Hence we do ask our travelers to give some gratuities at the end of your trip to your guide or driver. Common tips in Nepal for a service well performed are about 5 to 10USD a day. But once again it is not mandatory.

Yes with RHH you can extend or add extra days on your holiday to enjoy your trip further. We do also provide assistance in VISA extension should it be required as well as helping you choose new and different activities. You can even combine multiple tours or treks with each other, as well as do additional activities such as hiking, or adventure packages such as rafting or paragliding.

With Royal Himalayan Holidays you can even hold a special event such as a birthday celebration, company team building, anniversary celebration, marriage proposal and even hold a traditional Nepalese wedding. Do request us during your booking if you want us to organize such an event during your trip to Nepal. 

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