This wonderful Himalayan trekking adventure to the wondrous Annapurna Sanctuary rightfully deserves its reputation as a classic and is widely regarded as one of the easier (but still awesome!) Himalayan treks.
Watching the world roll by from fields to forest and on to the skies, there's boundless magic to discover on the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.
As we begin we pass through local villages, starting in rice fields before marching on to forests of rhododendron and oak. We'll be truly inspired by the mountains surrounding us and the magnificent panoramic views unfolding each day! It's not long before treetops give way to mountain tops and as we breach the treeline we find ourselves face to face with legendary Himalayan giants.
This trek is designed for people who wish to reach the Annapurna base camp in a relaxed manner with visits to World Heritage Sites and a climb of Poon Hill. If you have a shorter time frame then our Annapurna Base Camp Trek might be perfect for you.
When trekking with us, you can rest assured that our local staff are paid a decent living wage, get provided with all the right gear and are always well looked after. We pride ourselves on our ethics.
Even in Nepal, a place where Himalayan panoramas are abundant and astonishing, anyone who lays eyes on the Annapurna Sanctuary can't help but feel moved – “totally blown away” as many have said to us before. Wrapped and shadowed by a crown of some of the highest mountains on Planet Earth, the Annapurna Sanctuary has held a special place in countless religions and traditions for millennia. Long has it been believed that the heavenly reaches of the Annapurna massif are home to high deities from many major Eastern faiths, including Hinduism, Buddhism and even ancient Shamanic traditions.
Whatever your motivation for trekking to such lofty heights, we're sure you'll find everything you could hope for and more in this breathtaking and magical corner of Earth.
Itinerary
Welcome briefing 1400
Meet our guides in Kathmandu, be shown to your hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure. We'll get together at the hotel at 6pm where you'll meet your comrades and your lead guide will explain everything you need to know for the trek to come. After the briefing session, when we've told you everything you need to know and answered all your questions to make sure, we'll take you out for a traditional Nepali all-you-can-eat feast. You'll be entertained while you dine by a fine display of traditional music and dance. By the end of the night, you'll be fed, watered, fully informed, confident and ready to go. You might even wind up a little bit tipsy from sampling the local Raksi, but try and avoid waking up hungover for the big day to come! Highlights: • Meet your group and guides • Full briefing and information session • Fantastic all you can eat traditional feast & cultural showScenic drive to Pokhara 1400
Hike to Kyumi 1200
Kyumi to Chhomrong 2210
Chhomrong to Dobhan 2600
Dobhan to Deurali 3200
Deurali to Machapuchare Base Camp 3700
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 4130
Hike from Dobhan to Jhinudanda 1780
Jhinudanda to Tolka 1700
Tolka to Phedi, return to Pokhara 800
Return to Kathmandu, final Dinner 1400
What's included
- Hotel in Kathmandu on the night before the trek
- Welcome dinner, briefing and cultural show the night before the trek
- Transport to Pokhara and Khudi from Kathmandu
- Hotel in Kathmandu on the night after the trek
- Airport meet & greet on arrival into Kathmandu
- Comfortable Teahouse style accommodation during the trek
- Breakfast every morning (except arrival day of course)
- Hot drink of your choice every morning
- High quality sleeping bags provided for trek
- English speaking, skilled & experienced Nepali group leader
- Ample additional English speaking guides for the group
- Well paid local porters to carry your gear
- Proper, quality mountain gear to keep our porters safe and warm
- Insurance of all staff, including porters
- Trekking permits and Sagarmatha National Park entry fees
- Full pre-departure briefing and trip information
What's not included
- International flights / transport
- Nepal visa fees (payable on arrival)
- Trekker's travel insurance
- Evening meals, drinks and luxuries on the trek
- Personal needs (e.g. laundry, postcards)
- Tips for your Guides & Porters
