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15 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Best Price
Price starting from $999
US $ 775 per person
No of people Price per person
1 - 1 $999
2 - 4 $799
6 - 8 $775
10 - 12 $750
14 - 16 $725
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Duration
15 days
Max. Elevation
4130m
Group size
Min 2-Max 16 (single Supplementary USD 200)
Level
MODERATE
Transportation
Private Vehicle and Tourist Bus as per the Itinerary.
Best Season
Sept, Oct, Nov, December, February, March, April, May,Jun
Accommodation
Hotel in KTM, PKR and lodge/Guesthouse during the trek, as per the Itinerary.
Meals
Bed and Breakfast as per the Itinerary.
Starts at
Kathmandu
Ends at
Kathmandu
Trip Route
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Nayapool-Ghandruk-Chhomrong-ABC-Jhinu (Hotspring)- Pothana- Dhampush-Pokhara-Kathmandu

Highlights

    • An amazing adventure to the base of the world’s 10th highest Mt. Annapurna.
    • 
Trek from low-warm paddy fields to cooler hills and reach the arctic zone.

    • One of the shortest and altitude-friendly 8,000 m mountain base camp trek.

    • Explore the lovely mountain villages enriched with age-old heritage cultures.

    • Unbelievable views of snow-capped peaks that surround the base camp.
    • Rejoice in the walkthrough Annapurna Conservation Area the largest conservation area in the world. 
    • Enjoy the natural hot spring at Jhinu Danda before departing for Pokhara
    • Relax in Pokhara, a short walk around Fewa Lake and enjoy the foods you like in restaurants 
15 days ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK
‘Adventure to the base of world’s tenth highest Mt. Annapurna-I’

15 days Annapurna Base Camp and the Mountain Views

15 The Annapurna Base Camp trek is a moderately short and scenic adventure, as well as altitude friendly compared to other over 8,000 meters mountain base camps. Which makes the adventure more enjoyable from the start to the end of walks, facing unbelievable views of snow-capped peaks. The walk follows through lovely traditional mountain villages inhabited by the Gurung, the main tribes of the Annapurna Himalaya range. 

As the walk progresses, the climb leads to a serene cool forest of rhododendrons, pines, and fir tree lines with bamboo stalks. The views of Annapurna peaks remain constant during the walks, the walk enters the Modi River gorge. The adventure continues following the Modi River upstream right up to its glacial source at base camp.

Then the walk slowly climbs to enter the picturesque Annapurna Sanctuary, enclosed by an amphitheatre of snow peaks. Where tree lines disappear for an arctic zone of ice and glaciers on reaching Annapurna Base Camp. The only base camp around the Himalayas, with facilities of nice lodges on the foot of the world’s tenth highest peaks.

You will love this walk passing through deep woods, natural waterfalls,  terraced farmlands, alluring local settlements, and thrilling vantage points. Ascending up to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp and witnessing Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and other beautiful mountain peaks are incredible at the sunrise. 

An interesting fact about Annapurna Base Camp and Mt. Annapurna-I at 8,091 m and 26,545 feet high. The first eight thousand meter peaks ever climbed, a record in mountaineering history, summited by the French Expedition. 
The expedition was led by the late Maurice Herzog made the ascent on June 03rd, 1950. Three years before Mt. Everest was conquered by Tenzing and Hillary in 1953 on May 29th.

Annapurna Base Camp is quite different from other Himalayan destinations, where trekkers can enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery; in the comfort of a cozy lodge. The most exciting about Annapurna Base Camp and the Sanctuary is the change in diverse landscapes, vegetation, and climate.
Trekkers will be surprised to experience such a varied wide difference on daily walks from low warm farm areas. Then entering the cold arctic zone of remorseless fields of ice and glaciers at Annapurna Sanctuary and base camp.

Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area in the world, will be another exciting destination to explore. The entire Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail is based in Annapurna Conservation Area and protected by it. 

Overlooking the spectacular panorama of Annapurna's array of peaks from Mt. Annapurna-I, III, and IV with majestic Machhapuchare Himal. 
 Includes views of A-South, A-Fang or Vara Shikar and Huin-Chuli, Tent peak / Tharpu Chuli with massif Gangapurna Himal.

Actually, 15 the Annapurna Base Camp trek is completely distinct from the Annapurna Circuit Trek and Mardi Himal Trek. The flavour of trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is never ever given by other trekking trails located in the same region. 

Having a great overwhelming experience at Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m, the highest point of the adventure, return journey downhill. Reaching back into dense vegetation and tall tree lines, the walk leads to Chomrong, a large village after Ghandruk. 

Slowly the walk comes to an end with a refreshing time in the natural hot spring at Jhinu Danda village. From the last high hill village on a motorable road to scenic Pokhara where our wonderful adventure at Annapurna Base Camp completes.

15 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Required Permits 
The trek route requires two different types of permits. These are the Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit and TIMS ( Trekking Information Management System) Card. The TIMS Card costs USD 20 and ACAP Entry Permits costs USD 30. You can obtain these two Annapurna Base Camp Trek  Permits through your local travel partner you are using for your Nepal trip or you can collect them directly. Simply provide your travel partner with a copy of your passport and some recent photographs, and they will get the permits for you. 

15 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Food and Accommodation   
Until Pokhara, trekkers will enjoy luxury accommodation and they can have the food items they like. But, when they ascend up to Ulleri and Poonhill-Ghorepani, or when they ascend up to Jhino Danda, they may not have such a chance to have the accommodation and food items. However, don’t be sad, there are plenty of lodges and guesthouses to organize your accommodation and food. Moreover, your guide will manage your beautiful food and accommodation for you during the trek. The local guesthouses and the lodges will offer you food items with certain criteria with prices mentioned in the menu during your 15-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 

Note: Sometimes, it may be difficult to find the right accommodation during two peak trekking seasons in Nepal: Autumn( Sep-Nov) and Spring ( Mar-May). 

 15 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Transportation 
If you are starting the trek from Kathmandu, you will have two options: air and land and if you are starting it from Pokhara, then, you have only one choice that island. The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 40 minutes maximum and the road trip is 7-8 hours. Even, the road gets disturbed by heavy traffic and other issues. So, flight is recommended. 

After you get to Pokhara, you again have to drive to Nayapool/Birethanti for 2 hours or directly drive to Ghandruk if you are following another trail and begin the hiking. While returning back from Annapurna Base Camp, you can drive directly from Ghandruk to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu. ( Flight from Pokhara is optional and still can be done in request)  

15 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Guide and Porter 
You require hiring at least a guide for your 15-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Without a guide, you are not permitted to do Poonhill Trek or further to Annapurna Base Camp.  

The guide will be very helpful with government Licenses, coordinating the local flora and fauna, Entire Mountain views, well-known precautions, and local culture and speak English very well. Even the porter will help in many ways like carrying your baggage and helping in walking if the trail is straight up and steep down. 

Important Note

Trekking Mode:  On the best available lodge en-route trekking.

Trekking Grade: Moderate and Adventurous walks.

Highest Point:  At Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m / 13,549 feet.  

Local culture/religion:  Gurung tribes follow Buddhist religion and culture.

Trekking duration:  08 Nights and 09 Days with a short drive both ways.

Total Trip in Nepal:  14 Nights and 15 Days from arrival to departure.
Best Seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Trek:
At Annapurna Base Camp Trek, visitors can enjoy walks nearly all seasons of the year. Except for the wet monsoon times from mid-June to August. The best seasons are spring and autumn/fall, the peak time for trekking and other adventures around Nepal and the Himalayas.
Springtime begins from March onward to May, when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom. The day is much longer full of sunshine.
The next best time is autumn/fall, days are mostly clear with enough sunshine great views and pleasant walks. winter has crystal clear sky but the temperature is quite chill. For more details about Weather in Nepal, please click the link: weather-in-nepal
High Altitude Sickness
High altitude sickness is a condition that can occur when our body does not adapt well to having less atmospheric pressure and oxygen at high altitudes. It typically affects individuals who are not acclimatized to high altitudes and can be potentially dangerous if progresses to more severe forms without treatment. 
You need to learn more about High Altitude Sickness while doing Annapurna Base Camp Trek. For this, click this link: altitude-sickness-information  
Must know things before travelling to Nepal 

People type and search for things to know before deciding on a trip to Nepal on Google and other social media platforms and find several posts about the topic. Though you are fed several pieces of information about things you should do before deciding on a trip to Nepal, you have to be very selective about the authentic ones. If you go haphazardly through the article and the information, you may be misled while travelling in Nepal and before deciding on a trip to Nepal. Ultimately, your vacation trip will be nasty. So, you must be very watchful about the must-know things to know before departing to Nepal from your country.

Various things are must-know things before deciding a trip to Nepal but a few things are much more important things to know before departing from your country. There are 5 must-know things before deciding on a trip to Nepal. They are Weather Conditions, Geography and Culture, Currency, Food and Accommodation and Health and Securities. Now, let’s talk about these 5 must-know things about Nepal before deciding on a vacation trip in Nepal in detail. For detail: 5 must-know things before travelling to Nepal 

Trip Itinerary

On your first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport, a Haven Holidays Nepal representative will receive you. After getting introduced to the staff, your baggage will be loaded either in the car, coach or bus as per group size. A short drive to the centre of Kathmandu city, where your hotel is located. On checking into your lovely rooms, getting refreshed from Jet-Lag, then get ready for group briefing at 4:30 pm. Where you will meet with other members too, who are going to Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 

Our CEO brief with related information regarding the trek, and local culture. He also introduces with guide, Including details on accommodation and food hours of walks and overnight stops and views along the treks.

Max. altitude

1338

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Non

After breakfast get ready to do Kathmandu Sightseeing starting at 9:30 to 10 am till 3:30 to 4 pm about 4/5 hours and preparation for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Kathmandu is a wonderful old city, steeped with historical and religious interesting places, and includes many world heritage sites and our tour guide explains to you all the history of god and Goddesses.

Max. altitude

1338

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

5hrs

Morning with pack breakfast, get ready to go Tourist Bus park for overland journey to Pokhara. An exciting drive of about normally 6 to 7 hours if there are no Traffic jams following the main Nepal busy highway, the drive leads along the Trisuli River. One of the most popular rivers for rafting adventure, the drive then diverts towards the west to reach Pokhara city. Along the drive, one can experience rural farm life with grand views of snow-capped peaks. Slowly the drive ends on reaching Pokhara by the lovely Phewa Lake side, where all good hotels are located. After checking into a nice room, having time to browse around the Phewa Lakeside.

(Optional: by air from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a scenic flight of 30 minutes)

Max. altitude

860

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

Starting the adventure from the hotel in Pokhara after breakfast, enjoy the scenic ride beyond Pokhara city and the valley. An interesting drive leads on the main western highway to reach Nayapul, where the route diverts to follow the Modi River upstream. The drive heads through the lovely villages of Birethanti and gets to Syauli bazaar then starts trekking farm areas where there are nice terraces of farmland and small villages. After two and half hours of walking to reached a lovely and large Gurung village at Ghandruk. On arrival check into a nice lodge, having time to explore the Gurung tribe village and immense cultures.

Gurung are the main hill tribes of Annapurna as far as the Lamjung Himal region, an interesting small Gurung museum, is worth a visit.

Max. altitude

2012

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

5hrs

An exciting morning facing glorious views of Annapurna Himalayan peaks, having breakfast, start the first-day trek to Chomrong village. The first part of the walk leads to climbing for a short while, and then on a gradual path. As the walk progresses an hour or less climb to Kimrong Danda or via Jhinu Danda, a place with few shops and Tea Houses.

After a refreshing stop, a downhill walk through dense woods to Kimrong River Valley, a place with few lodges and restaurants. Possible lunch stop before the big afternoon climb, enjoying rest with a good lunch, the trail follows to steep uphill.

An hour or more climb then walk on a pleasant gradual stone paved path through several farm villages. Slowly the day walk ends on reaching Chomrong, a lovely large Gurung village having many nice guest houses and lodges.

Check into a nice lodge, an afternoon with time to explore this last village en route to Annapurna Base Camp.

Max. altitude

2175

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

From Chomrong enjoying the views of snow-capped peaks, a morning walk leads down to Chomrong Khola / stream. Crossing a short bridge with steep up to Sinuwa Danda, a small settlement with few smaller lodges, and shops. Possible lunch stop, afternoon walk on winding path into dense rhododendron and pine forest to a small place of Khuldi Ghar. A short descent to Bamboo a nice settlement with 4-5 simple lodges, located above the Modi River amidst bamboo thickets.

After Bamboo, a slow climb following the river upstream to our overnight halt at Dovan. A lovely small place with few huts and cottages serves as a lodge and guest-house.

Max. altitude

2500

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

Today the walk is much shorter reaching for lunch and overnight stop at Deurali, morning starts heading up. The walk continues through dense vegetation and tree lines to reach the Himalayas.  Himalaya, a settlement with 2-3 lodges, is located right beneath Annapurna South and Huin-Chuli peaks. A short walk with gentle ascend we get a large overganging cave called Hinku Cave.After the Hinku Cave trail downhill close to Modi River with a short climb reaching a plateau, where Deurali is located.

Deurali stands above 3,200 m high, a nice place for rest to enjoy the surrounding views. From here the tree lines drop for short foliage and bushes, which Deurali places at the bottom of Huin-Chuli peak.

Enjoy lunch with a leisurely afternoon for short walks around this lovely area close to the raging Modi River.

Max. altitude

3230

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

4hrs

Today’s walk takes you to our main goal and highlights, start the morning heading up and following the river upstream. A steep climb in some sections on a grassy path, as walk climbs on stone steps to MBC (Machhapuchare Base Camp).
MBC stands high beneath the towering North Face of Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish Tail peak. MBC with a few good simple lodges and restaurants, enjoy lunch-facing views of Machhapuchare, Huin Chuli, and Annapurna South.

From MBC enjoy grand views of Annapurna-I towards the west, after lunch a short climb to enter the picturesque Annapurna Sanctuary. Walk on the easy gradual uphill trail to reach a Welcome Sign Post of Annapurna Base Camp. Then climb to a grassy plateau, where Annapurna Base Camp is located with several guest houses and lodges.  An exciting and glorious place to enjoy the day at Annapurna Base Camp sits on the lap of the staggering ice and snow wall of Annapurna-I.

Max. altitude

4130

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

A long day walk but much easier on downhill with a few short ups to Bamboo, morning bidding farewell to ABC. The walk follows past MBC to Deurali, from Deurali a slow climb and Hinko Cave and heading to the Himalayas. A walk continues reaching the dense tree lines arriving at Dovan and then down to Bamboo for an overnight halt.

Max. altitude

2310

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs


After a pleasant overnight stop at Bamboo with the sound of river flow, morning a short climb to Khuldi Ghar. The trail follows through enchanting woodland to Sinuwa Danda, with down to Chomrong Khola / stream. On crossing a bridge a steep climb on steps to Chomrong for lunch. Afternoon an easy walk downhill to Jhinu Danda village for overnight. At Jhinu visit and enjoy a dip in the natural hot springs close to the village downhill by the Modi River, where pools of hot are situated.

Max. altitude

1700

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

Enjoy the breakfast Jhinu danda. After breakfast, you will board for Pothana via Landruk and Tolkha. After you get to Pothana, you will check in at the guesthouse and enjoy your evening with your trekking team.


Max. altitude

1950

Accomodation

Guesthouse

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

After breakfast, walk down to Phedi via Dhampus where you can enjoy beautiful mountain views. Walk all the way down to Phedi and get on board a private vehicle. An exciting drive of 1 hour to reach Pokhara, you will pass through beautiful villages with flat roads to enter the Pokhara Valley and the city. On reaching the Phewa Lake side, enjoy the comfort of nice lovely hotel rooms. Afternoon at leisure for individual activities and stroll around the Lakeside.

Max. altitude

1130

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

3hrs

After Breakfast, Pokhara sightseeing tour, boating in Fewa Lake

You can relax at the hotel or can have a massage at the spa and enjoy your favourite dish here in Pokhara shopping,  Paragliding, and Ultra Light Flight(Optional).

Max. altitude

860

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Drive to Kathmandu passing through Damuali, Dumre and Mugling. Drive further along Trishuli River and arrive at the hotel. Check in the Hotel and relax. Buy some stuff if you want.

Go to attend the farewell dinner with the Haven Holidays Team in the evening.


Max. altitude

1320

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Dinner

Hours

7hrs

Last day in Nepal and at Kathmandu, as time for your respective airline's flight departures. Our guide and staff transfer you to the airport, then bid farewell to Nepal till you return for another exciting adventure.

Max. altitude

00

Accomodation

non

Meals

Breakfast
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What's Includes

    • All Arrival and Departure Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa, 
vehicles according to group size.  
    • Twin sharing room on best tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara
 on bed and breakfast basis only. (For single supplement at extra cost).
    • Transportation before and after trek to and from Pokhara.
    • Transportation on best comfortable Tourist Bus from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu in city sightseeing and Pickup drop privet vehicle.
    • Twin-sharing accommodation on best available 
 lodges/Guesthouse includes Breakfast.
    • Providing guide, and trekking staff as per size of two each to one porter.
    • Wages, meals, medical allowance of guides, trekking staff and porters.
    • Applicable Trekking Permits like, TIMS (Trekking Information Management Systems). Includes ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area 
Project) Entrance Fees.
    • Comprehensive Medical Kit carried by our Assistance guide if required for minor 
wounds and sickness.
    • Sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley and Half day sightseeing in Pokhara as per the itinerary.
    • Farewell, dinner in Kathmandu.

What's Excludes

    • Nepal Visa, Personal Medical & Travel Insurance.

    • Expenses of personal nature, meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara as well as
 gratitude or tipping for trekking staff, drivers, porters and guide, including 
extra snacks and refreshments.

    • Lunch and dinner all round the trip 
    • Personal trekking gear, including sleeping bags and down jackets.
    • Emergency Evacuation if required by any means of transportation, including
 Car Jeep and Helicopter Service.

    • Personal medical kit, as advised by your doctors.

    • World Heritage Site Sightseeing entry fee in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
    • Domestics flight like Kathmandu-Pokhara or Pokhara-Kathmandu.
    • Early return from the trek due to personal domestic or medical reasons, no refund will be entertained on breaking the journey.

Trip Info

Arrival 

You will arrive either by air or land to Nepal. If you arrive in Nepal by air, you have to use only Tribhuvan International Airport. Instead, if you use the road, you can enter or arrive in Nepal by land, you can different borders of Neighboring countries (India and China) like  Jogbani, Raksaul, Sunauli, Nepaljung, Dhangadi, Birjung, Kakarvitta, Jhapa, Morang, Tatopani, Tinker, Rasuawagadi, Kimanthanka etc. You can use whichever entrances you like to suit your comfort and convenience. 

On Arrival, you will have the on-arrival visa instantly if you have not applied for Nepal visa for Nepal through the consulate centre or Nepal Embassies near you or your city.  Within half an hour, you can get an instant authentic visa on your passport after producing all the required documents for the visa.

Tourist Visa Nepal

A tourist Visa is on arrival visa in Nepal. It means tourists who are visiting Nepal can get the visas instantly on arrival at International Airports by producing all required documents. It’s a quick and not a delayed process.TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) under the Department of Immigration has been facilitating tourists flying to Nepal by providing visas on Arrival. The 'On Arrival' visa procedure is very quick and simple. Within 5-10 minutes, you will get a visa on your passport. However, You can expect some queues during peak Tourist season (Autumn-Sep-Nov). If you wish to skip those queues, you can also consider getting a Visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions stationed abroad before your arrival. If you have possible, we recommend you obtain a visa before you enter Nepal from the diplomatic missions located nearby you so that you don’t need to bear any hassles during the process of obtaining a tourist visa on arrival. The choice is yours.

For more information plz click:https://www.havenholidaysnepal.com/tourist-visa-nepal

Transfer to Hotel

The majority of people/trekkers enter Nepal by air and that is via Tribhuvan International Airport. We receive you at the arrival of any entry point of Nepal or mainly at Tribhuvan International Airport without any delay according to your arrival time. It may take some time like 30   minutes to collect your luggage and for security checking at the airport. After that, you make your way to the exit of the airport and the Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Representative will be waiting there holding the Board Witten “Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd” As you see the board, you have to go with him or her and we will make a very comfortable transfer to the hotel you are staying overnight. The transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport and Thamel, the hotel where you are staying will take just 30 minutes drive. 

Get checked in the hotel take a rest and get refreshed. We will give you the time for orientation after you get checked into the hotel. 

Orientation 

As you are given the time when you get checked in the hotel, you will be followed by our staff for the orientation. It may be on the same day or later the next day early in the morning at breakfast. 

We will briefly let you know the trip you are undertaking from the next day or the same day onwards. You will be stated about the highlights of the trip, preparations, equipment, food and accommodation, guide and porter, emergency rescue, travel insurance and many other important things to know beforehand. 

We will introduce you to the trip crew and have a brief talk with them so that you can feel more comfortable during the trip. 

If you have any queries, you can put them in this orientation meeting before you depart for your trip. 

Last Minute Booking 

Last-minute booking is always open for you but the same package tends to be a little more costly than the regular departure dates trip packages. Those who approach for last minute booking with us; must pay a 10% additional cost of the total trip cost mentioned on our website. 

You can book the trip you like on our website even a day before the trip begins. 

If you are lucky, then, the last minute may be a golden opportunity for you to get the same price or even less than that if one of the members of the trip gives up and withdraws the trip plan at the eleventh hour. So, if you are late to book the trip you like to do with us, no worries, you still have the option and we will try our level best to make your trip as successful and grand as other normal trips. 

Don’t hesitate to hit the booking button at the eleventh hour, we are always open and here to organize your vacation trips in Nepal. 

Trip Extension 

We are always flexible and open to the extension of the particular trip you are undertaking. If you enjoy the trip you are doing, you can extend it to longer days or longer hours. But, for this, you must contact us one day prior so that we can arrange the required things like trip crew, accommodation, transportation and other minor needy things for your extended trip. If you let us know a day earlier directly or through the trip crew you are using in the field/route like through your trip leader, you will have a beautiful time ahead. For the extension of the trip, you must add some little additional cost which we will settle in mutual understanding. 

Currency Exchange 

You can exchange your currency even in the Tribhuvan International Airport at your arrival or you can exchange it after you check in at the hotel in Thamel or other several places of Kathmandu, trekking beginning points as well.  You can find several money exchange counters in different corners of Thamel city. If you are in a rush and cannot do this, you can pay USD, AUD or CAD to the people whom you need to pay for your accommodation, food, trip costs, tipping etc. You can even exchange your currency with Nepali on the trekking routes/trip routes like in Lukla, and Namche You can ask to exchange your currency with Nepal with local lodges/restaurants/hotels/ guesthouses too. But, you need to have your currency like USD, AUD or CAD. Even Indian currency does work in Nepal while paying but only Rs. 100 rupees not 500 and 1000. You can pay with your currency with the current exchange rate wherever you go in Nepal.

Haven Holidays  Team

Haven Holidays Team is very professional, reliable and responsible. You can completely on them. They are well-trained, friendly and highly literate in their respective languages. You can share anything you like with them without any hesitation. They know local culture, civilization, history, foods and accommodation, weather conditions, expert in first-aid application and how to handle the sudden accidents on the trip. They are eco-friendly and better understand the non-human's rights and their lives. 

The Haven Holidays Team will assist you in every step of your trip to make it memorable and more convenient. 

Luggage and Storage 

If you are hiring a porter for your trip in the mountains, you can pack no more than 10 kg. in the duffel bag or your backpack. We provide you with a very reliable duffel bag to put your stuff to be carried on the trip. It will be very safe to be carried by a porter. Because it is the labour rule that a porter can only maximum of 20kgs in the mountain. Please, don’t pack unnecessary stuff in the duffel bag. Two people one porter put 10kg of stuff by each individual. 

If you think you don’t need the stuff you have with you in the mountains, you can store it at the hotel in Kathmandu.  They will keep your unnecessary luggage/stuff very safe till your return back. Ask your trip leader or hotel receptionist to do it for you before you depart for the trip. Take the luggage tag while storing the unnecessary luggage. 

Meals

Meals will be provided according to the itinerary and cost includes and cost excludes. If you are given the itinerary or cost like including BB only, you will be provided breakfast only and if you have booked the trip package including a full-board meal, you will get all the meals including breakfast, dinner and lunch. Apart from main meals, if you have extra tea, coffee, cold drinks and other alcoholic drinks, you have to pay them personally. 

During the trip, you will be given enough time to have a meal. You can enjoy the meal you like from the menu. Vegan, Vegetarian?? If you are vegetarian, you will still find the choice in the menu and our guide will take good care of you through the trip. 

You will have your meal at the lodge/local guesthouse, hotel or resort during the trip. You are supposed to have the meal where you stay overnight in the mountain during the trekking trip. 

Sometimes, you may not get the item you want in the mountain during the trekking trip/touring trip, at the time; you have to consider it very calmly. 

You will enjoy freshly cooked meals in the mountain during the trip days with local ingredient 

Trek Start 

Morning with pack breakfast, get ready to go Tourist Bus park for overland journey to Pokhara. An exciting drive of about normally 6 to 7 hours following the main Nepal busy highway, the drive leads along the Trisuli River. One of the most popular rivers for rafting adventure, the drive then diverts towards the west to reach Pokhara city. Along the drive, one can experience rural farm life with grand views of snow-capped peaks. Slowly the drive ends on reaching Pokhara by the lovely Phewa Lake side, where all good hotels are located. After checking into a nice room, having time to browse around the Phewa Lakeside.(Optional: by air from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a scenic flight of 30 minutes)

The following day, after breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, you will take a 1-hour drive from Pokhara to Birethanti. Birethnti is a small village in the Kaski District of Nepal, Located in the Annapurna Conservation Area. It serves as an entry point for trekking heading into the Annapurna Region, particularly those starting the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek (Annapurna Base Camp), and Ghorepani Trek. Birethanti is situated at the confluence of the Modi Khola and Burundi Khola making it a picturesque spot with a riverside view and lush greenery. It’s a peaceful and charming stopover for trekkers to rest and enjoy the natural beauty of the area before continuing their journey deeper into the Annapurna Region.

Electricity

You will get a good and undisturbed facility of electricity during the trip to Nepal. Even though you go to the mountain for trekking and other adventure activities, you can get the facility of electricity to charge your phones and backups. However, in some cases, you may have to face the problem of load-shedding and the local lodges and some places guesthouses may charge you some amount to charge your batteries, backups and phones in remote areas trekking. There won’t be an electricity heating system in the mountain while doing trekking or other adventure activities.  

Drinking Water

Drinking water must be pure, safe and contamination-free. You can get bottled or purified drinking water during the trip even in the mountain which is very safe for you to drink. The majority of the people who make trekking or adventure trips in the mountains go with boiled water which is prepared by the local lodges/guesthouses on the trail which is the best way to keep you safe from contaminated water. However, some people carry water purifying ingredients and they apply it to the drinking water and they drink it. But, don’t try to drink the water from the Local River, stream and taps. The bottled water you can buy along the trek in the guesthouse.

Communication 

You can enjoy excellent facilities of communication in Kathmandu. However, in the case of the trekking trip in the mountains, you may not be able to have such kind of facility as in the cities. But, most of the local teahouses/lodges/guesthouses/ hotels on the trail will offer you the facility of  Wi-fi. Sometimes, you get it for free and sometimes, you may have to pay for the installation of Wi-fi during the trip in the mountains. 

The best way to access good communication over your smartphone is to get a local Nepali SIM Card like NT and NCELL. You get these local Nepali SIM Cards easily in Kathmandu and even in International Airport, Tribhuvan International Airport. For this, you have to present a copy of your passport and a passport-sized- photograph. You can buy a data pack via this local SIM Card and you make a very good communication.  You can make a call, and access the internet over it.

Trek Ends 

Our trek ends at the  Phedi (1130 m). You Walk down to Phedi via Dhampus where you can enjoy beautiful mountain views. Walk all the way down to Phedi and get on board a private vehicle. The Haven Holidays Team arrange your transportation back to Pokhara. Pokhara An exciting drive of one hour to reach Pokhara, you will pass through beautiful villages with flat roads to enter the Pokhara Valley and city. On reaching the Pokhara Fewa lakeside, enjoy the comfort of a nice lovely hotel.  Afternoon at leisure for individual activities and stroll around the Lakeside.

 Feedback

You can give feedback on the trek/trip you have undertaken at the end of Kathmandu. You can visit our office or you can do it in the farewell dinner we organize. Your feedback about the trip will always be taken positively. We need it to grow and sharpen our services and facilities in the coming days.

If you cannot attend the farewell dinner at the end of the trip in Kathmandu or you don’t have time to visit our office, you can write your feedback on the trip advisor page which will be more reliable and public. 

Trek Extra Personal Expenses 

How prodigal you are? Your trek extra personal expenses depend on it. If you love doing extra expenses on the trip, you will go to topics like alcoholic drinks, extra tea or coffee apart from the meal, tipping, some minor donations, extra snacks on the trail, some urgent personal stuff like clothing or any other equipment you immediately require on the trip in case it gets damaged or stop functioning. And, at the end of the trek, you have to give some tips to your trekking crew. For this, you have to allocate some dollars or Nepali currency. 

Typical Day

The typical trip day begins with a good breakfast. You will have breakfast at around 7-8 am and begin the day after it. Then, you will have to work/walk for 3-4 hours after breakfast and you will stop for lunch. The lunchtime will be around an hour. You will order your lunch item and the restaurant/hotel/teahouse will cook for you. Sometimes, you may have to wait for some time if the restaurant or hotel is crowded. You can find the item you want in the menu prepared by the local lodge/restaurant/hotel. If you are vegetarian, no worries, you can still find the ways. 

After lunch, you will resume your work/trek/trip again and end it in the after like around 3-4 pm. After that, you will check in the hotel/guesthouse/teahouse and get refreshed. Take rest, change clothing and go for dinner at around 6-7 pm. Your leader will help you to order the meals you like. At the dinner, your leader will share the important information for the next day’s trip and you can raise the question regarding it. The leader will orient you on what to wear, how to walk, what to carry and where to eat. Follow the instructions from the guide/leader very well. 

Why with Haven Holidays?   

·       Free Booking and Free Cancelation 

·       Veteran Crew Members 

·       Enhancing Eco-Tourism 

·       Prompt response, full safety and comfort guaranteed. 

·       No hidden cost 

·       Flexible 

·       Cost Friendly 

·       Wider Networks 

·       Expert in risk management 

Trekking Packing/Checklist  List

When preparing for a trekking trip in Nepal,  it's essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline, and your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. Here’s a comprehensive list of items you should consider:  Please clickTrekking equipment list 

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Reviews

Trekking with Ram Chandra and Haven Holidays!!!

I am no expert on trekking in Nepal, but I can strongly recommend a wonderful guide named Ram Chandra. By Chance I found him while merely searching for a trekking guide. I am out first handshake I fell into a relaxed trek. From Kathmandu to ABC and back Ram Chandra was one step ahead of my curiosities. Perceptively he provided excellent service and tended to my needs with grace. He is always in good spirit. he is at peace with life and enjoys sharing smiles. For days we would trek smoothly with animated conversations about political humor, worldly family values and philosophy. When the trails got steep and difficult we would sing Nepali Love Songs to ease the struggle. After a week, i came to consider him a brother. As we are both young I hope our friendship is only beginning. I hope luck will allow me to return to Nepal again with many friends to spend time with Ram Chandra in the Himalaya again. I wish him good luck with business and in finding people as kind as light hearted as he is. Good Luck !

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Wes
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The 15 days Annapurna Base Camp trekking through Haven Holidays was an incredible !!!

Embark on an unforgettable 15-day trek to the majestic Annapurna Base Camp with Haven Holidays, led by our experienced guide, Naba. Starting from the vibrant city of Pokhara, we traverse through diverse landscapes, charming villages, and lush forests, immersing ourselves in the natural beauty of the Annapurna region. Our journey takes us through picturesque terraced fields, where locals diligently cultivate their crops, and we cross suspension bridges over gushing rivers. As we ascend higher, the breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, including Annapurna and Machapuchare, leave us awe-inspired. Each day, we relish traditional Nepalese cuisine and cozy accommodations in teahouses, providing a glimpse into the local way of life. Naba, our knowledgeable guide, shares fascinating insights into the region's culture, history, and the surrounding mountains. Finally, we reach the Annapurna Base Camp, standing at an impressive altitude of 4,130 meters. Surrounded by towering peaks, we witness a panorama of extraordinary beauty, a sight that will forever be etched in our memories. Join Haven Holidays and let Naba guide you on this remarkable journey, filled with adventure, natural wonders, and the warm hospitality of the Nepalese people

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Kailey Hessen
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The incredible ABC Trek through haven holidays trekking company guide by pradip .

The Incredible ABC Trek with Haven Holidays Trekking Company, guided by Pradip Embarking on the ABC (Annapurna Base Camp) Trek with Haven Holidays Trekking Company, guided by the experienced and knowledgeable Pradip, is an unforgettable adventure that promises breathtaking vistas and a profound connection with nature. Spanning 250 words, this journey offers a glimpse into the magical experience that awaits trekkers. The journey begins in Kathmandu, Nepal's vibrant capital, where participants are introduced to the team and receive a detailed briefing on the upcoming trek. Pradip, the seasoned guide, instills confidence in the group, assuring them of a safe and rewarding trek. As they depart for the trailhead, anticipation and excitement build, knowing that the stunning Annapurna region lies ahead. The trek unfolds through diverse landscapes, from lush forests teeming with rhododendron and oak trees to quaint villages where locals warmly welcome visitors. Pradip shares captivating anecdotes about the region's culture, traditions, and unique flora and fauna, fostering a deep appreciation for the Himalayan way of life. The ascent towards Annapurna Base Camp unveils awe-inspiring panoramas of snow-capped peaks, including the majestic Annapurna I and Machapuchare (Fishtail). Trekkers are left speechless by the grandeur of nature surrounding them, feeling humbled and inspired by the mountains' majesty. During the trek, participants forge lasting bonds with fellow trekkers and the support team, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared accomplishment. Each day's challenges are met with unwavering support from Pradip, who ensures everyone's safety and well-being, making the trek both enjoyable and fulfilling. As trekkers finally reach Annapurna Base Camp, a sense of triumph fills the air. Surrounded by towering peaks, they bask in the serenity of the high Himalayas, an experience that leaves an indelible mark on their hearts. The return journey is equally enriching, with the memories of the trek cherished forever. The incredible ABC Trek with Haven Holidays and guided by Pradip leaves participants with a profound appreciation for nature's beauty and the warmth of Nepalese hospitality. This journey undoubtedly becomes a transformative experience that ignites a lifelong passion for adventure and a deeper connection with the natural world. Please if any one likes to do adventure trekking in Nepal i highly recommend trekking company Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd .

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Preparation For This Trip

Travel Documents:
  • Travel tickets and trip print/pictures in Divece
  • Passport -with at least 6 months validity
  • Passport copies
  • 4 copies of Passport size photos
  • Visa - available at Kathmandu Airport. Check visa requirements your nationality click: Tourist visa in Nepal
  • Insurance, documents that cover medical, rescue, and airlift(helicopter)in case  on the trip
    • Electronics:
    • Electronic device and charger
    • Camera or smartphone for capturing memories. It may be hard to find charging devices that fit your device, so keep the focus on your charger and multiple adapters.
    • Power Bank- Charging your devices may not be possible everywhere. So, it is recommended to carry a power bank for backup 
    Trekking Packing/Checklist:
    When preparing for a trekking trip in Nepal,  it's essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline, and your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. Comprehensive list of items:
    Clothing
    Headwear
    Sun Hat/Cap for sun protection - A Sun hat protects the face from the strong rays of the sun. Carry a lightweight hat that can be easily packed. Or A wide-brimmed hat to cover your ears, neck, and face from the strong rays of the sun. More: Trekking equipment list  

    Frequently Asked Questions

    
Various exciting things to experience, besides the scenic mountain and landscapes views. The walk leads to lovely traditional villages of Ghandruk and Chomrong adorned with Buddhist culture. Where every house is with prayer flags representing five elements with different colors, blue / sky, white / water or cloud, red for thunder or fire, green for vegetation and yellow or orange for soil, earth. The flags printed with prayers in Tibetan letter and it’s called Lung-Ta means Wind-Horse. The walk takes you to enchanting forest of rhododendron, magnolia, pine and fir trees with bamboo grooves. In spring one can enjoy when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom.  

    Yes, nearly all lodges have the facilities of hydroelectricity, some few small villages runs the electricity for guest by solar-power. All trekkers needs to pay extra for charging each electronic gadgets as per hour basis at minimum reasonable cost.

    
Nearly all overnight stop lodge and guest-house have the facilities of internet and Wi-Fi. But sometime on the mountain the connection is quite slow and disturbing due to terrain and weather wise.

    
The foods on every meals like breakfast, lunch and dinner are amazingly of best quality, prepared with care and hygienic. All lodge restaurants serves as per the food menu wise on La Carte basis or Set meals of Nepali Dal Bhat (boiled / steamed rice with lentil soup and mild vegetable curry served with pickles).

    The foods on the menu includes from Continental, Chinese, Indian to Nepali, some restaurants on treks also provides bakery items as well.

    Most popular is Nepali Dal / Bhat, noodle soup or fried noodle with veg and eggs or meats, Mo-Mo dumpling stuffed with meats or vegetable is also popular dishes found on the treks.  

    Yes, preparation for altitude sickness is essential on the ABC (Annapurna Base Camp) trekking adventure. Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS), can occur when ascending to high altitudes too quickly, and it can affect anyone, regardless of their fitness level or previous trekking experience.

    To minimize the risk of altitude sickness, pre-trek preparation should include physical fitness training, aerobic exercises, and cardiovascular workouts to enhance overall stamina and lung capacity. Additionally, mental preparedness and a positive attitude are crucial.

    Hydration is vital during the trek, as proper water intake helps acclimatize to higher altitudes. Moreover, allowing sufficient time for acclimatization is crucial. It is advisable to plan rest days at intermediate altitudes to enable the body to adjust gradually.

    Carrying and using necessary trekking gear, such as proper clothing, sturdy footwear, and a reliable trekking pole, is essential for a comfortable and safe journey.

    Ultimately, consulting a healthcare professional before the trek and being aware of the symptoms of altitude sickness can make the ABC trekking experience safer and more enjoyable.

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