Annapurna Base Camp Trek 5 Days

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01: Drive to Shiwai-New Bridge and trek to Sinuwa, 2360m - hiking distance 6-7 hours

  Your Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins today, get ready after taking early breakfast at hotel for the jeep or private vehicle journey to the Pothana Deurali from where you start walking. It's easy and walking through the flatland in the beginning with the view of close facing mountains Annapurna South and Himchuli. It's about 6 hours trekking to Jhinu Danda, in the meantime you will have a place for lunch in Landruk, a beautiful old village has been changed as commercial, you can still see some local houses with stone topped roof and courtyard. you are mostly downhill walking from Pothana 1790m and to jhinudanda 1340m, overnight lodge

• Day 02: Sinuwa to Himalaya, 2920 meter- 6-8 hours

  Jhinu Danda is the place with natural hot spring has been made a pool for taking a bath. You can see Nepalese people either taking bath on this pool, it's believed that all kind of skin diseases will be over by taking bath in here. You are suggested to there a bottle of cold beer and take a bath but be careful of rive if you are there during monsoon season . 
  After crossing the suspension bridge at Jhinu, It's steep ascending to Chomrong. Chomrong is another eye catching village where you will have a lunch break, you are suggested to test Chomrong special Pizza in your lunch which is very famous in this route. You will have a tremendous views of Annapurna and Himchuli and Fistail on the right front. Chomrong to Upper Sinuwa takes about 3 hours, first an hour downhill and about 2 hours ascending. Overnight lodge 
   

• Day 03: Sinuwa to Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp, 4130 meter- 7-8 hours

  The walking trail today is more ups and downs , but of course more ascending. You will be walking through the lush forest, pass few creaky and waterfalls. The path is full of Mountain Ebony (small bamboo) to the left and the right. We can see long tail black and white monkeys, birds of many different species. If you are quite and not with group can see wild boar during the day on walking. Walking through the lush green forest, crossing rivers, beautiful landscapes, and terraces, big waterfall, with snow-capped mountains in the backdrop, and passing some villages we reach our today's camp Himalaya, overnight lodge

   

   

• Day 04: Annapurna Base Camp to trek back Bamboo, 2310 meter- 7 to hours

  The interesting trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MCB) begins with walking through a lovely blossoming rhododendron forest and oak forest. Trek on a steep trail and arrive at Hinko Cave. This huge rock looks attractive. Continue further passing two avalanches, Deurali, and Bagar, and arrive at the Machhapuchhre Base Camp. From there we can view the surrounding snowcapped mountains including Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, etc. Overnight in MBC.

• Day 05: Bamboo to New Bridge and jeep ride to Pokhara

  We trek to the Annapurna base camp from the Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Gradually, we trek ascending path to the Annapurna base camp. This place is also called the Annapurna sanctuary because it is surrounded by snow-clad mountains. From there we enjoy the amazing view of the glaciers and mountains including Mt. Annapurna. You can spend your whole day watching the tantalizing mountains full of snow. Overnight in ABC.

   

   

• Annapurna Base Camp Trek Information

  Accommodation
  Accommodations in the Annapurna Treks are mostly teahouses/guesthouses. You can not expect private rooms for 1-2-3 people or roomes with private bathroom. Lodges are limited from Upper Sinuwa so you have to compromise with your accommodation for 3-5 nights. They don't have double room or triple sharing. The teahouses are comfortable with basic facilities. The extra charge must be paid for the use of facilities like hot water buckets, laundry, charging, internet, and electricity in the guesthouses. 

  Meals
  Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are provided during the trekking from the guesthouses. The meals are basic and suitable for the health of the trekkers. The main dish is Nepali Dal Bhat which provides enough energy throughout 7/8 hours of the trek. The variety of meals is hard to find but meals prepared from home-grown crops are a treat during this trek.

  Drinking water
  Drinking water is easily available at the teahouses. You can buy a mineral water bottle but you should do proper disposal of plastic bottles. You can also fill boiled water at teahouses paying extra charges. Always carry a water bottle and water purification medicine to prevent from unwanted health issues. During trekking, drink direct freshwater from the flowing stream using water purification treatment.

  Communication
  The internet facility is easily available in the vicinity of the Annapurna region. The internet is fairly stable in the lower regions. A little instability or no availability at high altitudes. By paying extra charges at teahouses, internet facility, electricity for charging can be used. The phone signal is also good but may not work at high altitudes. Using a local sim card, an internet facility can also be used.

  Starting and Ending points
  The starting point of the Annapurna Trek is from Pothana and ends in New Bridge. Take a ride to Pokhara from there.
  Pothana-Tolka-Jhinu Danda-Sinuwa-Himalaya-Machhapuchhre Base Camp-Annapurna Base Camp-Bamboo-New Bridge (Nayapul)

  Required Permits
  Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permits are required.

  Travel Insurance
  Travel Insurance is very helpful and a safety net for travelers/trekkers. Travel Insurance must cover all medical emergencies, flight cancelations, emergency evacuations, loss of luggage, and altitudes over 3000 m.

  Safety and our guides
  We assure you 100% when it comes to safety. Our client’s safety is our main concern. Our guides are certified and well-trained with years of expertise in this field. They are technically competent and have excelled in safety performance. They always carry essential safety equipment, gear, and first-aid kits. For the safety of our trekkers, the itinerary is properly scheduled and acclimatization rest days are properly set up to adjust to the high altitude and prevent altitude sickness. If any queries concerning safety, feel free to share them with our guides. We are always there for your services.

  Best time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek
  Spring and Autumn seasons are the best time followed by the summer season for Annapurna Trek. The weather is clear and sunny during these seasons. The trail is also comfortable to walk. Rainy and Winter season treks are for experienced trekkers. Only a few adventurous trekkers dare to trek during these seasons. We recommend you plan carefully if you want to trek during the off-season.

  Annapurna Base Camp Trek Difficulty
  Annapurna Trek’s difficulty is moderate. The trek includes a trail having many steep ascends, descends, and rough trails. The trekker with average physical fitness and good health condition can complete the trek. Proper preparation and guidance before starting the trek are fruitful. So, we recommend you participate in exercises, day hikes, and physical training months before starting the trek. Also, take necessary health tests before trekking to high altitudes. You can completely trust our assistance and guidelines throughout the trekking journey.

  Acclimatization and Altitude Sickness
  Acclimatization rest is necessary during trekking. The trek starts from Pothana (2,005m) and the altitude rises to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) during the trek. So, in between the treks, upon reaching your daily destinations acclimatize properly. Walk to the surroundings to adapt to the environment and prevent altitude sickness.

  Symptoms of Altitude Sickness

  Primary: Headache, nausea, gasping, appetite & sleep loss, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting
  Extreme: primary symptoms and hallucinations & unconsciousness

  Preventive Guidelines
  Immediately inform the guide
  Warm-up, and body stretch before the trekking journey
  Drink water and Hydrate yourself at regular intervals
  Frequent urination throughout the journey
  Ascend slowly and gradually
  Take plenty of rest and sleep
  Avoid salty foods, alcohol, and smoking
  Descend immediately when it’s difficult/uneasy
  Take medicine consulting a guide