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Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride With Helicopter Return 7 Days
Best Price
Price starting from $1,775
US $ 1,395 per person
No of people Price per person
1 - 1 $1,775
2 - 4 $1,455
5 - 10 $1,425
11 - 16 $1,395
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Duration
7 days
Max. Elevation
4130m
Group size
Min 2- Max 16 (For Single Supplementary US$,320 )
Level
MODERATE
Transportation

Ground and Air

Best Season
Sept, Oct, Nov, December, February, March, April, May
Accommodation
4* hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara and best available lodge en-route.
Meals
Breakfast
Starts at
Kathmandu
Ends at
Kathmandu
Trip Route
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Jhino Danda- Deurali-ABC-Pokhara- Kathmandu

Highlights

    • Beautiful Pokhara City and its highlights
    • Adventurous and exciting Four-wheel Jeep ride to Jhino Danda from Pokhara
    • Enjoy natural hot spring at Jhino Danda
    • Relish on 3 days walk to Annapurna Base Camp in Annapurna Conservation Area
    • Witness marvelous sunrises and mountain summits including Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre
    • Celebrate a helicopter ride while returning from ABC to Pokhara flying over Annapurna Mountain panoramas
    • Enjoy local culture, local food items and accommodation 

"Celebrate this Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Spectacular Helicopter Ride While returning from ABC"

Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return Video 

Are looking for something very unique, adventurous and exciting things to do in the Annapurna region of Nepal?

If so, we are here to offer you this very distinct trip program ‘Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return. This 7-day trip program to Annapurna Base Camp with a helicopter return to Pokhara will mesmerize you tremendously with the first-class thrills and excitement of adventure of jeep ride, trekking, mountain views and helicopter flight above Mt. Annapurna and back to beautiful city Pokhara. This Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return 7 days trip commences from Kathmandu upon your arrival and then you will switch your trip to Jhino Danda (1780 m | 5,840 ft.) via Pokhara city. Initially, we use domestic flight for your convenience till Pokhara and then take an adventurous and exciting four-wheel jeep ride to Jhino Danda where you can enjoy natural hot springs at the bank of Modi River. Next, the trip will entertain you with a diverse species of flora and fauna, passing through the deep wilderness with local villages, deep gorges and alluring landscapes, breathtaking mountain views including Machhapuchhre and Annapurna in Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area of the world.

Further, the trip takes you to Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) Base Camp(3540m) and finally to Annapurna Base Camp (4160m) where you feel blessed to witness giant mountains Annapurna South (7,219 meters (23,684 ft) and Machhapuchhre(6,993 m (22,943 ft).To go to Annapurna Base Camp from Jhino Danda, it takes 3 days of walking and you will enjoy this section of trekking to the ABC. After you celebrate the stunning mountain views and sunrise early in the morning from Annapurna Base Camp, you take a spectacular helicopter fly over Annapurna and Fishtail and fly back to Pokhara to end your Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return 7 days and explore beautiful and naturally blessed city Pokhara. 

Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return Required Permits

The Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return  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.

Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return Difficulty Level 

It is a moderate adventure up to 4160 m above sea level, the highest elevation of Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return. So, even beginners with some skills and moderate stamina trekking can accomplish this trek. However,  one requires a good level of fitness and proper preparations like regular walks and exercises on daily basis.

Having packed with the right trekking gear and with a good level of fitness, you can do this trek without any hindrances on the trail to ABC and back to Pokhara.

There is no age bar for  Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return  and even beginners and people of old age like 70 can do this trek with the right pacing and acclimatization but need to be accompanied by a professional trekking crew. 

Those who have 6-7 hours walking stamina with the ascent 4-5 meters, getting the highest elevation 4160 m can do this trek.

Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return  Food and Accommodation   

Untill 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 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 foods. 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 item with certain criteria with prices mentioned in the menu during your Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return.

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).

Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return 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 or you can directly drive to Jhino Danda 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) 

Guide and Porter 

You require hiring at least a guide for your Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return. Without a guide, you are not permitted to do Poonhill Trek or further to Annapurna Base Camp.

The guide has a government licensed holder coordinating knows the local flora and fauna, Entire Mountain views, well-known precautions, and local culture and speaks 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 best available lodge en-route trekking.

Trekking Grade:  Moderate and Adventurous walks.

Highest Point:  At Annapurna Base Camp 4,160 m / 13,549 feet.  

Local culture/religion:  Gurung tribes follow Buddhism and Hinduism religions and cultures.

Trekking duration:  06 Nights and 07 Days with a short drive both ways.

Total Trip in Nepal:  07 Nights and 08 Days from arrival to departure.

Best Seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return :

Visitors can enjoy walks nearly all seasons of the year. The best seasons are spring and autumn/fall, the peak time for trekking. Springtime begins from March to May when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom. The day is much longer full of sunshine and can get cloudy in the

Best Seasons for Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return

Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return,

visitors can enjoy walks nearly all seasons of the year. The best seasons are spring and autumn/fall, the peak time for trekking.
Springtime begins from March to May when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom. The day is much longer full of sunshine, and can get cloudy in the afternoon sometimes. Chances of light rain on treks sometimes. The next best time is autumn/fall, days are mostly clear with enough sunshine, spectacular views and pleasant temperatures for walks. If you want to know some more details please click the link: weather-in-Nepal

High Altitude Sickness

High altitude sickness is a condition that can occur when our body not adapting well to having less atmospheric pressure and oxygen at high altitudes. Low atmospheric pressure and thin air at high altitudes have effects on the human body and develop altitude illness.
To learn more about High Altitude Sickness. click this link: altitude-sickness-information

Things to know before deciding on a trip to Nepal Peoples type and search things to know before deciding on a trip to Nepal on Google and other social media platforms and find a number of 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 article and the information, you may be misled while 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 more click here:  5 must-know things

Nepal Travel Info

A small landlocked country situated between China and India, covering 0.03% of the whole continent, is Nepal. Also known as the land of the Himalayas, Nepal is a treasure cove for adventure activities. Eight of the fourteen highest mountains above the height of 8000m lie here. Trekkers are bound to come across countless forests, gushing rivers, turquoise lakes, and sparkling glaciers on the trekking routes. More: Nepal Travel Info.

Trip Itinerary

Arrive in Kathmandu Nepal (1338 m) and transfer to the hotel by private vehicle.

After you land in Kathmandu, our staff will attend you at the airport. They will bring you to the hotel in a private van or car. You will refresh and enjoy short walks on the streets while our staff prepares for the trek. You will have dinner and spend the night in Kathmandu.

Optional Itinerary: If arrive earlier in the afternoon or a few days earlier, you can do some other UNESCO World Heritage Sites tours in Kathmandu Valley or a short day/day hiking around/near Kathmandu Valley. If you want us to set up an itinerary for you, contact us. 

Max. altitude

1,320m / 4,331 ft.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

Non

Hours

30 minutes
Fly to Pokhara and Jeep drive to Jhinu Danda (1740m)

After your breakfast in Kathmandu, you will fly to Pokhara. The flight is for 35 minutes and land there. Kathmandu to Pokhara flight spetacular mountain ranges.

We Landed  Pokhara, we take a four-wheel jeep ride to Jhinu Danda. Before we arrive at Jhinu Danda, we pass through a beautiful country setting with Naudanda, Lumle, Nayapool, Birethanti, Modi river and Ghandruk. Jhinu Danda is trekking starting place.

Arrive at Jhinu Danda, enjoy the natural hot spring and stay overnight at the lodge. 

Max. altitude

1,740m / 5,709 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Trek to Bamboo (2310m)

You will have your breakfast at Jhinu Danda walk up to Chhomrong village and walk further to Sinuwa. On this section of the walk, you will feel a bit strenuous to walk the steep uphill of Jhinu Danda till you get to the top of the hill and then walk down to the riverside. You will cross the suspension bridge and walk up to Sinuwa.

This segment involves a mix of ascent and descent through terraced and dense forest. You will cross several small streams and bridges. There will variety of flora, including rhododendrons, Bamboo gloves.  Bamboo is a small village named after the abundant bamboo forest in the area.

You will have lunch at Sinuwa and further walk to Bamboo which is located at the riverside. Stay overnight at the lodge. 

Max. altitude

2,310m / 7,579 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Trek to Deurali 3, 230 m / 10597 feet-04 hrs

Initially, you will pass Bamboo, Dovan and Himalaya before you ascend to Deurali.  The walk continues through dense vegetation and tree lines to reach the Himalayas via Bamboo and Dovan.  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 overhanging 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 a day's 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 along with some mountain peaks. 

Max. altitude

3,230m / 10,597 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m via Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,720 m -06 hrs.

Today’s walk takes you to our main goal and highlights, start the morning heading up 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, enjoys 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.

You can walk around the Annapurna Base camp and explore the things there in the afternoon. The temperature in the evening may drop considerably, prepare for that. 

Max. altitude

4,160m / 13,648 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Explore Annapurna Base Camp and Fly back to Pokhara by helicopter ( 910m -2 hrs) / Pokhara Sightseeing ( 3 hrs)

You will enjoy witnessing stunning mountain panoramas and sunrise in the morning, taking pictures, and enjoying the moments there at Annapurna Base Camp with the marvellous views of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South and flying back to Pokhara by helicopter. 

After you fly back to Pokhara by helicopter, you have your meal and go for Pokhara City Sightseeing. You will go to visit Phewa Lake, Davis Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, World Peace Stupa/White Stupa and Pumdikot Shiva Statue. Stay overnight at a hotel in Pokhara. 

Max. altitude

910m / 2,986 ft.

Accommodation

3* Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

2
Drive back to Kathmandu ( 1320m) 7 hrs
After Breakfast Drive Back to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus.  You may have some disturbances of heavy traffics on the way to Kathmandu. Evening join with farewell dinner and next day we will arrange your departure to homeward.

Optional Itinerary:  If you have extra days, you can extend your trip to Pokhara. you can explore Pokhara city and other highlights of Pokhara like Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Davis Fall, World Peace Stupa, Pumdikot with massive Shiva Statue, Phewa Lake and even you can do Paragliding too. 

Domestic Flight- Pokhara to Kathmandu ( optional with extra cost) 

Max. altitude

1m / 3 ft.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

7
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What's Includes

    • All Arrival and Departure Transfer from the airport to the hotel and vice-versa. 
    • Twin-sharing Accommodation on 4**** hotels in Kathmandu(Ramada Encore) and Pokhara (Mt. Kailash Resort)
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    • Luxury Tourist Bus service from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
    • Transportation privet Jeep from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda.
    • Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
    • Sharing Helicopter flight from Annapurna Base Camp to Pokhara.
    • Twin-sharing accommodation on best available lodges/Guesthouse in the mountain with breakfast.
      • Service of guide, and trekking staff as per size 2:1 porter.( It means for two clients one porter)
      • Wages, meals, medical allowance of guides, trekking staff and porters.
      • Necessary Trekking Permits and entrance fees.
      • Comprehensive Medical Kit carried by our staff if required for minor wounds and sickness.
      • Gift of Haven Holidays Company T-shirt or Cap
      • Trekking equipment: Duffel Bag if necessary.
      • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

    What's Excludes

      • Nepal Visa, Personal Medical & Travel Insurance.

      • Expenses of a personal nature.

      • Gratitude or tipping for trekking staff, porters and guides,
      • Personal trekking gear, including sleeping bags and down jackets.

      • Emergency Evacuation if required by any means of transportation, including Helicopter Service.

      • Personal medical kit, as advised by your doctors.

      • Early return from the trek due to personal domestic or medical reasons, no refund will be entertained on breaking the journey.
      • Lunch and Dinner all round the trip.
      • Kathmandu and Pokhara sightseeing.

    Trip Info

    Arrival and Transfer to Hotel 

    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 Nepal by land, you can different borders of Neighboring countries (India and China) like Rupaidia, Jogbani, Raksaul, Sunauli, Nepaljung, Dhangadi, Chandani Dodhara, 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 Nepal visa for a Nepal through the consulate centers 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.

    But, 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 20-30 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 Written “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 a 15-20 minute drive. Don’t get scared by the chaos and heavy traffic on the way to the hotel from the Airport. 

    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. 
    Check if everything is fine with the accommodation you are using tonight. 

    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. Actually, those who approach for last minute booking with us; must pay a 10% additional cost of the total trip cost mentioned in 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 the hotel in Thamel or other several places of Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Chitwan, Nagarkot, Lumbini or any trekking beginning points as well. You’d better exchange your currency with Nepali ones in Thamel as they give a good exchange rate.  You can find several money exchange counters in different corners of Thamel city. You can directly go there and exchange your currency with Nepali ones. 

    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 of your currency with Nepali on the trekking routes/trip routes like in Lukla, Namche, Pokhara, Besisahar, Manang etc. You can ask to exchange your currency with Nepal ones with local lodges/restaurants/hotels/ guesthouses too. But, you must 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. No worries guys!!

    HH 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. 

    However, we kindly request you not to exploit them and provoke them on the trip for your benefit. You can enjoy your trip with them to the fullest but at the same time, we humbly appeal not to try to change their mindset, perspectives, religion and culture that are following. 
    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 labor rule that a porter can only maximum of 20kgs in the mountain. Please, don’t pack unnecessary stuff in the duffel bag. Actually, two people can share one duffel bag and one porter by putting 9k 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 or even in Pokhara if you are passing through it. The best way to keep your unnecessary stuff is in the Kathmandu hotel. 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. Don’t forget to 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 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 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 Starts 

    The trek commences from Kathmandu with a flight to Pokhara and then a jeep ride to Jhino Danda. The flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu is only for 40 minutes and then the jeep drive to Jhino Danda is for 2-3 hours along the off-road. However, the drive will be adventurous and exciting with marvelous country, mountain and river views. 
    You arrive at Jhino Danda via Pokhara city, you will enjoy the natural hot spring here. 

    Electricity and Water

    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 for free. However, in some cases you may have to face the problem of load-shedding and the local lodges and guesthouses may charge you some amount like Rs. 100-200 to charge your batteries, backups and phones in remote areas trekking like upper Mustang Trekking, Upper Dolpo Trekking, Annapurna Circuit Trekking and Manaslu Circuit Trekking. Otherwise, in Annapurna region trekking and Everest Region trekking, you don’t need to pay for battery, phone and backup charging on the trail. But, there won’t be an electricity heating system in the mountain while doing trekking or other adventure activities.  Unlike that, you can enjoy all kinds of electricity heating systems in the city tours like Kathmandu City Tour, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini Tour, Nagarkot and Namobouddha Tour. 

    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 Rivers, streams and taps. The bottled water costs between Rs.100-300 which is 1 liter in the mountain.

    Communication 

    You can enjoy excellent facilities of communication in Kathmandu and other major cities like Chitwan, Pokhara, Nagarkot and Lumbini. 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 Rs.100-200 per device for the installation of Wi-fi during the trip in the mountains.

    In remote areas trekking like Manaslu Circuit Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Kanchenjungha Circuit Trek and Upper Mustang Trek, charge a certain amount like Rs.200-400 per device for the installation of Wi-fi at the local lodges. Otherwise, in Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Everest Base Camp Trek, they don’t charge you money for the facility Wi-Fi, they will offer you for free.

    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 wherever you go, even from the corner of the mountain.  You can make a call, access the internet over it and even make a video call instantly from the Everest Base Camp (5364m) and even from Larkya La Pass (5106m) in Manaslu Circuit Trek.

    Trek Ends 

    The trek ends in Pokhara officially with a flight to Kathmandu. Normally, in Pokhara, you can celebrate the last day of the trek with your entire trekking crew by offering them tips and a heavy dinner because they have worked hard for you and your safety all around the trip. The last day walk is from ABC to Pokhara and you wait for the next day’s flight to Kathmandu. 

    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 to sharpen our services and facilities in the days to come.

    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, at least some or a little. 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 like to have on 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 Cancellation
    • 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 

    Booking, Cancellation and Refund

    If you want to book the trip featured by us, you are required to settle the 25 % payment of the total trip cost. However, if you are in a rush and instantly plan your trip to Nepal, then, you can make the trip payment by visiting our office in Nepal as well but we need a confirmation email prior to it.  

    In case you cannot do the booked trip in the time-frame you wanted for some reason, you have the right to postpone it. Even if you cannot do the trip after the postponement, you can transfer the same trip or another in exchange for your family, relatives and friends.
     But for Everest Base Camp Trek or other any trip in the Everest region, the cancellation must be made 2 months prior as we have already booked the accommodation, transportation and domestic flights to make your trip more consistent and convenient. But, sorry to state that no refund will be made for the exchange of booked trip with us. We are ready to wait for months and years for the right time to do the booked trip in Nepal. Be confident that we won’t spoil your booked trip.

    Travel Insurance

    Travel Insurance is a must thing to fix before the departure for a particular trip. In case you face a sudden and unpleasant incident during the trip, you may need rescue evacuation and medical expenses. For that, you must have travel insurance. Actually, life is more important than your trip. As long as you have life, you have everything. So that, have authentic travel insurance that covers all rescue evacuation and medication expenses in case you have got some nasty accidents during the trip.

    If you have got some idea about travel insurance and the companies who do travel insurance for you, you can go with them, otherwise, you can search on Google and will easily get the travel insurance companies who will help you doing insurance for your trip.

     Hot Shower

    Actually, a warm or hot shower makes you happy and offers you new energy during the trip and it is very necessary. If you are traveling in the city area in Nepal, you will easily get the facility of a hot shower. But, if you are making a trip to the mountains, it may be difficult to get a hot shower during the trip.  However, the local lodge and guesthouse will offer you a bucket shower with warm water or they will provide a hot shower with cooking gas. If you want to enjoy the hotel shower in the mountains, you can ask the local lodge owner to manage it for you and they will charge some money like Rs. 300-500 per individual.

    Why Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride with Helicopter Return with Haven Holidays?

    • Expert and professional local guides
    • Flexible trekking crew
    • Better understanding of weather conditions and local culture
    • Immediate Rescue in case of emergency
    • Better Accommodation Food
    • Eco- Friendly and Sustainability
    • Expert in Communication 

    Departure

    After a farewell dinner with our team and the important feedback session, we will comfortably drop you off at the Tribhuvan International Airport and to any other destination you want for your exit to your homeland or the commencement of another trip. After we drop you to the destination you prefer, you can catch up on your international flight and another trip you want. We wish you a very wonderful time ahead.

    Additional Information

    What I expect at Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

    Begin your Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with a drive or domestic flight to Pokhara. From Pokhara, you will head for Nayapool then to Jhinu Danda with Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride.
    Begin the trek officially from Jhinu Danda where natural hot spring is located.
    You will traverse through spectacular trekking trail through local settlements, natural water falls, mountain summits, chortens and colorful prayer flags. You will enjoy walking through massive and grand Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area of the world. You will enjoy experiencing all diverse and rare species of flora and fauna including black bear, musk deer and Himalayan Thar.
    Enjoy ascending to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) through Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m). Step at Annapurna Base Camp have the thrills of adventure being entirely surrounded by all snow-fed mountain peaks including Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.
    Enjoy local authentic cuisines al local lodge and guesthouse with local people. Also, you can have the delights of staying overnight at local lodges and teahouse in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Taste the foods items which are freshly cooked with all organic local ingredients.
    Walk 7 hours in average in a day covering 10-12 kilometers in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Encounter some steep climbs and steep descents along the trek. Actually, the climb of Jhinu Danda is very steep and challenging in the beginning of Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
    Dip your exhausted body into the lukewarm natural hotel springs located at the bank of Modi Khola near Jhinu Danda.

    Climb the highest point Annapurna Base Camp which is located at an elevation of 4130m above via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m).
    Explore Pokhara, the city blessed with freshwater lakes like Phewa and Begnas, Davis Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, World Peace Pagoda, Pumdikot Shiva Statue and Talbarahi Temple.
    Celebrate your Annapurna Base Camp Trek which formally ends in Pokhara with clubs, pubs, souvenirs collections and enjoying your favorite dishes in your favorite restaurants.

    What I expect from Haven Holidays in Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

    Haven Holidays will provide you a very professional and highly experienced trekking crew all round the trip. The will be very knowledgeable and informative regarding mountain peaks, local culture, foods  and accommodation in Annapurna Base Camp Trek, weather and the possible challenges on the trail and altitude sickness. Moreover, they have very deep knowledge about Annapurna Conservation and the diverse species of flora and fauna. The Haven Holidays Trekking crew will be great communicators so that you can communicate with them very well and can share the things the way you like in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The Haven Holidays Trekking Team will altogether assist you  in every step of your walk during the trip.

    We provide you sleeping bag, trekking poles and Haven Holidays T-shirt or Cap as a gift. We provide you a world class services including meals, accommodation and transportation all round Annapurna Base Camp Trek so that you can feel safer and can enjoy Annapurna Base Camp Trek in more exciting way. In case of emergency, we will be there in no time to rescue and proceed for the further medical treatment.

    A Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara,

    The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara will be of 6 hours along the Prithvi Highway covering 201 km. This drive will be with luxury tourist bus with full AC. If you want, you can go with private jeep or car as well. The cost for private car and jeep will be higher than luxury bus ride for Pokhara from Kathmandu.
    The tourist bus station is located at Kaldhara near Thamel. Kaldhara is 10 minutes walk from center of Thamel.

    Pass through Kathmandu valley, drive past Thankot, a hill station and Chandragiri Cable Car and you will love this drive through country villages and landscapes. You begin to drive alongside of Trishuli River which is very popular for river rafting in Nepal.

    You will have lunch on the way to Pokhara at Mungling Area. There are plenty of restaurants for lunch and snacks on the Pruthvi Highway. You will also have tea/coffee/light snacks and toilet breaks on the way to Pokhara.

    You will pass Mungling, AAnboo Khaireni, Bandipur, Dumre and Damauli before approaching Pokhara.

    Arrive at the tourist bus station in Pokhara and transfer to the hotel buy private car or jeep.

    A flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara

    The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is only for 25 minutes. The flight takes off from Kathmandu airport, domestic terminal and heads for Pokhara. On the way to Pokhara, one can witness magnificent mountain peaks and landscapes including Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre. The flights will be operated by Buddha Air, Sita Air, and Yeti Air, Simrik Air and Shree Air.
    It will be very exciting and safe to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara to escape 6-7 hours drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara with heavy traffic on the way.

    A Drive from Pokhara to Jhinu Dandda

    The trekkers, these days, can have the access of jeep ride to Jhinu Danda from Pokhara directly to begin their Annapurna Base Camp Trek. One can get this jeep service and the ticket at Harichowk near Bindhyabasini Temple. The drive is total 27 km long and it takes around 3-4 hours as the condition of rural road is not good as you are approaching to Jhinu Danda. However, the drive is very safe with well-maintained four-wheel jeep and experienced drivers. On the, you will pass through Hemja, Naudanda, Nayapool, Birethanti, Syauli Bazaar and Ghadnruk village on your left. You will love this drive along the country road with greenery all round, Modi Khola and local settlements.

    One can get two types of jeep drive from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda. These are: Private Jeep and Sharing Jeep. If you go with sharing jeep, you have share the jeep with other 6-7 people and if you want to go with Private jeep, you can leave Pokhara anytime you like and you don’t have to share the jeep with other people. It up to you whether to share the jeep or not.
    Popular Places/Destinations you explore During the Annapurna Base Camp Trek!

    Pokhara

    Pokhara city largely fed by freshwater lakes and spectacular mountain panoramas is a popular tourist hub in Nepal located at the lap of Annapurna Mountain panoramas. Both domestic and international tourist love  tasting Pokhara spending at least a couple of days. You can visit and explore Phewa Lake with Talbarahi Temple in the middle of it, Davis Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, Seti Gorge, Begnas Lake, Chamere (bat) Cave, Bindhyabasini Temple, World Peace Stupa and Pumdikot Shiva Statue. Besides, trekkers can also go to visit Mountain Museum and Tibetan Refugee Camp where you can collect some special souvenirs of special woolen things.
    Along with this, you can go up to Sarangkot for mountain views including Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal, Himal Chuli, Ganesh Himal and giant Manaslu with spectacular sunrise.

    Also, one can do adventurous activities in Pokhara like paragliding, Zip Flyer, Avia-Ultra Light flying, bungee jumping and boating in Phewa Lake.
    Driving to Begnas Lake and staying a couple of days there will be a spectacular experience for you when you are in Pokhara.

    Jhinu Danda

    Jhinu Danda (hill) is the beginning point of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It has beautiful lodges and hotels for overnights stay and for meals. Most importantly, Jhinu Danda has a natural hot spring. The Jhino Danda Hot Spring is located at the bank to Modi Khola, just 20 mins walk from main Jhinu Town.

    You will enjoy dipping you body into natural hot water. You will see two major water ponds fed by natural hot water at bank of Modi river where you can stay for a couple of hours for relaxation and refreshment at the end of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You need to buy an entrance that costs Rs. 150. This is a donation for the Annapurna conservation Area not for any specific person. You don’t need to pay any other extra cost for enjoying hot springs at Jhino Danda except Rs. 150 as a donation for the village project.
    Enjoy melodious Modi River with two natural hot springs at its bank and walk back to Jhinu Danda Town for overnight stay.

    Annapurna Base Camp

    Annapurna Base Camp is the main and the ultimate destination in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Annapurna Base Camp is located at an elevation of 4130m above the sea level. Annapurna Base Camp is entirely surrounded by spectacular mountain peaks including Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre. You can enjoy fresh snow and can play with it at Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp is a part of Annapurna Conservation Area. You can see a board “Welcome to Annapurna Base Camp’’ with the elevation 4130m at the entrance of Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp has 10-12 lodges and guesthouses where people stay overnight and have their meal.
    Staying overnight at Annapurna Base Camp and capturing the next morning’s sunrise and mountain views with giant Annapurna South and alluring Machhapuchrre will be the moment for lifetime

    You may have the problem acute mountain sickness at night while staying overnight at Annapurna Base Camp. You need to be very careful about it at nighttime. If you have some symptoms of it, report it to your guide immediately.

    Annapurna Base Camp also has a helipad; one can fly to Annapurna Base Camp directly from either Kathmandu or Pokhara. In case of emergency and rescue, one can get helicopter from Annapurna Base Camp.

    Annapurna Conservation Area

    Annapurna conservation Area is the largest protected area of the world serving the travelers various opportunity to observe the diverse species of flora and fauna including Himalayan Thar, Musk Deer, antelope, langoor, several species of birds and plants like pine, fir, rhododendron, pine, birch and juniper.
    The Annapurna Conservation Area covers the total area of 7,629 sq. km abode to over 100,000 residents of different cultural and linguistic groups. People travelling through Annapurna conservation Area can hugely be benefitted with wider and comprehensive understandings and experiences of local culture, history, civilization, language, authentic local cuisines, diverse wildlife and plants’ lives. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is entirely based in Annapurna Conservation Area beginning from Jhino Danda and taking it to you Annapurna Base Camp and ends at Jhino Danda again before you drive back to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu.

    Annapurna Base Camp Trek- Is this right for you?

    Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderate trek to the final destination, Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m). Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins with an easy hike from Jhino Danda and turns to be moderately difficult while ascending to Deurali (3200m). While you are ascending to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) and finally to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m), you find Annapurna Base Camp Trek little stressful but astoundingly rewarding.

    Some people take Annapurna Base Camp Trek as an easy and some consider it as a moderate trek. Some basic skills of hiking and trekking will be sufficient for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. No special technicality of trekking and hiking is required for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. However, you must be prepared well for 6-7 hours walking with several steep ups and downs mostly above 3000m above covering 10-12 kilometers distance each day in average. Are you ready to do that during Annapurna Base Camp Trek? Are you all set with right packing list and professional trekking crew to beat the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail? Are you very determined for conquering Annapurna Base Camp Trek with necessary preparations including regular exercises, aerobics, outdoor sports and short hikes and treks with steep climbs and downs?  If you have already done so, then, Annapurna Base Camp Trek will be right for you and you will celebrate this adventure to Annapurna Base Camp with alluring Machhapuchhre and Annapurna massif.

    The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail !

    The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is entirely based in Annapurna Conservation Area beginning from Jhino Danda(1700m) taking you to Annapurna Base Camp ( 4130m) and takes you back to the same destination, Jhinu Danda to end the hiking officially. The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is not technical but moderately difficult. It seems an easy hike but, in fact, it is a bit strenuous in the sense that one requires hiking at least 7 hours a day with steep ups and downs equally covering at least 10-12 kilometers distance each day. The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is safe; no threats of avalanches and landslides and even no threats of wild animals of Annapurna Conservation Area.

    The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is mostly through the pine, birch, juniper, fir and rhododendron and local villages with teahouses and lodges. If you go Annapurna Base Camp in Spring, you will enjoy magnificent rhododendron flowering in different seven colors which entirely blankets the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail till Deurali (3200m).

    The steep walk of Jhino Danda initially seems to be very challenging to climb up Chhomrong for at least 3 hours. This tiring walk really makes the trekkers who are doing Annapurna Base Camp Trek almost hopeless but rest of the trails is less challenging and less strenuous.
    The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail after Deurali is less strenuous and less steep while ascending to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp. However, due to high elevation above 3500m, one may feel little difficult in pacing and breathing. Go slowly taking a long deep breath while ascending from Machhapuchhre Base Camp(3700m) to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m).
    The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trails passes through Jhinu Danda, Chhomrong, Sinuwa, Bamboo, Himalaya, Deurali, Machhapuchhre Base Camp before ascending to the final destination, Annapurna Base Camp.

    While backtracking, the trekkers will use the same trails as they did before and end the Annapurna Base Camp Trek at Jhino Danda where they can have a sweet and relaxing taste of natural springs.

    Overall, the ascents and docents are equal in distance and hours that one has to encounter. The steepest among them is Jhino Danda ascent to Chhomrong village if you are beginning from Jhino Danda. Alternatively, you can combine Ghorepani-Poonhill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp Trek. IF you go with ABC Trek with Poonhill, you don’t need to encounter this steep ascent from the base of the Jhino Danda. You will have flat trail directly going to Chhomrong from Tadapani.

    Cultural Highlights on Annapurna Base Camp Trek!

    Meet local people and interact with them
    Be familiar with local life style of the people located on Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail
    Participate in celebrations of major festivals of Nepali People like Dashain and Tihar if you are travelling in Autumn( Sep-Nov)
    Enjoy having authentic local dishes prepared the local ethnic people on the trail
    Visit and explore Pokhara’s cultural and religious places like World Peace Pagoda, Pumdikot Shiva Statue, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, Bindhyabasini Temple and Talbarahi Temple.
    Natural Highlights on Annapurna Base Camp Trek
    Ascend and step at Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) and celebrate this adventurous victory
    Walk through Annapurna Conservation Area and experience diverse species of wildlife and plants including Himalayan Thar and musk deer
    Witness and capture mesmerizing mountain views including Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South
    Traverse through deep woods, cascading waterfalls, winding rivers and streams, local villages and spectacular landscapes
    Enjoy exploring Pokhara city with Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Davis Fall and Seti River Gorge
    Relish with natural hot springs in Jhinu Danda

    The Guide and Porter For Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

    The guide and porter you hire for Annapurna Base Camp Trek will be our own trekking crew and Haven Holidays Team. They are very professional, helpful and caring all the time. You can ask help in need whenever you require and they will be very delighted to help you. They are fully authorized with valid license to lead the trekkers/travelers in the mountain and in the city.

    The team of guide and porter we provide you are well-known to local culture, accommodation, foods, elevation trekking distance per day, different breaks (water, toilets, tea/coffee and light snacks, lunch etc) during the day-walk, first-aid applications, acute mountain sickness, rescue if necessary and arrangement of transportation during the trek. The team who you are with is eco-friendly and great communicators. You can enjoy merrymaking and share your things if you like.

    Emmergency Evacuation/Rescue

    In case you are critically suffered of acute mountain sickness  or of any other causes while ascending to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) or anywhere on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek trail, you will immediately be rescued by the helicopter and admitted at the hospital of Pokhara  City or Kathmandu Valley and begin the further treatment.  For this, you must allow your trekking partner and your guide to call the helicopter by presenting authentic travel insurance that covers all rescue and treatment expenses.

    Important Note

    It is very important to consider whether to go with bus ride to Pokhara from Kathmandu and back or by air. If you have an important schedule and important thing to do right after and before your Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it is recommended to go with domestic flight to and from Pokhara. Another big issue will be the issue of heavy traffic on Prithvi Highway and the 6 hours drive from and to Pokhara may prolong like 10-12 hours sometimes.  Again, if you have travel sickness, please try your best to escape this 6-8 hours drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back.

    Another important thing to consider is that if you are completely beginner and learning to hike for 3-4 hours in a day covering less than 7 kilometers, please, don’t try to go Annapurna Base Camp which is located at 4130m above the sea level. One requires good level of stamina, condidence and preparations for Annapruna Base Camp. Make sure that you have packed all required trekking gears and can walk at least 7 hours a day covering 10-12 kilometers distance in average in a day, then only, go for Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
    Make your Annapurna Base Camp Trek either in Spring ( Mar-May) or in Autumn( Sep-Nov).

    Safety Measures for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    Carry Comprehensive First-Aid Kit
    Carry Right and Reliable Trekking Gears
    Listen to your Trekking leader and follow his/her instructions properly
    Stay hydrated and have balanced diet
    Stay calm, cool and confident
    Try to avoid alcohol and smoking at higher elevation above 3500m
    Carry Diamox in case you get altitude sickness
    Drink safe water (bottled and properly boiled)
    Address any serious health issue beforehand the trek by consulting your personal physician or if you have got it on the trail if you have got any immediately
    Share your problems with your trekking leader on the trail if you get any.
    Ask for helicopter rescue if you think that you are in critical condition.If you have the symptoms of acute mountain sickness and if it gets sever, try to walk down to lower elevations and apply first aid procedures.

    What I like most about the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

    Personally, what like most about Annapurna Base Camp Trek is stepping at Annapurna Base Camp and capturing giant Annapurna South and alluring Machhapuchhre. Along with  this, one can enjoy the walk through Annapurna Conservation Area with diverse species of flora and fauna. Moreover, trekkers will find Pokhara city as paradise for relaxation and refreshment. The final and the most important thing in Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the natural hot springs of Jhino Danda where trekkers  can release all weariness and exhaustion at the end of the trek by dipping their bodies into the natural hot water at the bank of Modi River.

    Tipping for Guide and Porter

    Tipping for your guide and porter is not mandatory but they expect something extra from you after they work hard for you. Isn’t it? You’d better prepare USD 5-10 per day per individual guide and porter. But, it doesn’t mean that you have to do the same as we recommend you. You reward them with some handsome tipping as well if you are fully satisfied. Sometimes, you don’t need to reward them with tipping if they don’t take a good care of you and try to spoil your trip with some unnecessary personal benefits and interests. Nevertheless, tipping ( little or more) seems to be mandatory in present world while doing a vacation trip.

    Meals Available on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    You will enjoy, mostly, freshly cooked local cuisines during the trip. The local teahouse and lodges will offer you very authentic local cuisines like tsampa, porridge, Tibetan bread, yak meat items, locally grown vegetables and fruits, etc. They also offer some continental, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and popular dishes during the trek as mentioned on their food menu.  If you are a vegetarian or vegan, no problem, you will have various items of meals in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and for this, you require informing your trek leader before the trek commences.

    You can cook on your own at local lodges while staying overnight during the trip in the mountain on the condition that you won’t disturb and if the kitchen is not crowded if you have this hobby. You can carry the instant noodles and can prepare in your room during your Annapurna Base Camp trek.  The meals you have will be freshly cooked and very hygienic in order to ensure your balanced diet and hygiene. Pick up the item from food menu prepared by local lodges and teahouses and ask them to prepare it for you.

    Temperature at Annapurna Base Camp

    The temperature at Everest Base Camp is normally negative and you have to prepare accordingly. The actual temperature at Annapurna Base Camp ranges between 12 to negative 18 degree Celsius. Though the temperature at Annapurna Base Camp rises to 12 degree Celsius in the sunny day and it drops down to -18 at night and one may face heavy snowfall as well if you go to Annapurna Base Camp in pre and post winter months/days ( Early Dec and late Feb). It is almost impossible to ascend to Annapurna Base Camp in the peak of the winter as Annapurna Base Camp is entirely covered with snow and people cannot stay there during the peak of the winter months.

    Temperature at Annapurna Base Camp in Autumn (Sep-Nov) ranges between 12 to negative 7 degree Celsius.
    Temperature at Annapurna Base Camp in Spring (Mar- May) ranges between 12 to negative 5 degree Celsius.
    Trekkers who are going to Annapurna Base Camp are advised to prepare accordingly by consulting their trekking leader.

    Best Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    The best Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is Annapurna Base Camp Trek 8 days. The 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary has two days for driving/flying to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu in the beginning and the end of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 5 and half days will be for real trekking and half day will be for Pokhara sightseeing and refreshment tours.

    Safety Measures for Annapurna Base Camp Trek,

    Begin your trek from Jhino Danda and you will ascend to Sinuwa on the first day. The second day, you will ascend to Deurali and the day, you will get your final destination, Annapurna Base Camp and it takes two more days to walk down to Jhino Danda via Bamboo. While returning, you will stay overnight at Bamboo and then to Jhino Danda. The sixth day, you will drive back to Pokhara and do city sightseeing tour in Pokhara with lake activities in Phewa Lake.

    The final two days, the 7th one for driving in Pokhara and the 8th day will be driving back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.
    This way, you can enjoy your Annapurna Base Camp Trek with all activities you want to do. We really don’t need any acclimatization day for Annapurna Base Camp Trek as we are not going above 5000m like in Everest Base Camp Trek and Manaslu Circuit Trek.

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    My experience with Haven Holidays on the Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride was nothing short of incredible! From start to finish, the journey was filled with breathtaking scenery and seamless organization. The convenience of the jeep ride allowed us to soak in the stunning landscapes without worrying about logistics. The highlight, undoubtedly, was the helicopter return back. It was like a dream come true, soaring above the majestic Himalayas. A huge shoutout to the team at Haven Holidays for making this trip truly unforgettable!

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    Preparation For This Trip

    Travel Documents:

    • Travel tickets and trip print/pictures in the Device
    • Passport -with at least 6 months validity
    • Passport copies
    • 4 copies of Passport size photos
    • Visa - available at Kathmandu Airport. To check visa requirements and your nationality and further more: 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:

    1. Clothing

    a. 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. 

    Thermal Hat  for warm

    You will need a warm fleece or woollen hat to keep you warm in cold temperatures, especially during freezing nights and cold mornings.

    Buff

    In the Mountains, the air is dry and cold. A buff is an essential gear to keep your neck warm and cover your mouth. It will help protect you against cold as well as dust and prevent you from coughing and damaging your throat and lungs. 
    For more information: Trekking Equipment List:

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does it take to complete ABC Trek?

    It takes at least 7 days means a week time to complete ABC from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. If you are planning to begin it from Pokhara, then, it takes only 5 days to complete ABC Trek.

     If you want to combine Poon Hill Trek with ABC trek, then, it takes 9 days from Pokhara to Pokhara and 11 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.

     It doesn’t require any acclimatization days for ABC Trek since it is taken as a moderate trekking trip in Nepal. The people with basic skills of trekking/hiking can easily accomplish ABC trek but requires good preparation.

    What is the difficulty level of the ABC trek?

    ABC Trek is moderate trekking trip in Annapurna region of Nepal. This trek is to see Annapurna mountain range including Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre ( fishtail). Since it is mild trekking trip, even the beginners with good level fitness and preparation can accomplish this trek conveniently. However, one requires good level of confidence and stamina of at least 7 hours walking a day above 3000m with little backpack with you.

     If you are regular joggers, walkers, hikers and exercise doers, you can conveniently do and accomplish your ABC Trek provided that you accompany with professional trekking crew via authorized trekking comnapy in Nepal. 

    Can a beginner do ABC trek?

    Yes, even the beginners can do ABC Trek. But, the beginners should be regular joggers, walkers, hikers and regular exercises doers. Beginners with good level of confidence, good level preparations and stamina can easily do this trek.

     Beginners are suggested to go ABC via Poonhill because you can taste yourself at the top of the Poonhill (3210m) if you are ready to go ABC or not. It means, if you have some issues at the top of the Poon Hill, you cannot venture to ABC and if you are okay with Poonhill trek, then, you are all right and okay to go ABC ( 4160m).

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