Annapurna Base Camp Trekking via Ghorepani

Trip at a Glance

  • Trip Name: Annapurna Base Camp Trekking via Ghorepani
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  • Trip Duration: 15 days
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Activities: Trekking
  • Meals: Breakfast in City and Three Meal During the Trek
  • Transportation: Plane/Bus/Hiace/Jeep/Car
  • Best Season: Spring & Autumn
  • Country: Nepal
  • Max Altitude: 4130 m
  • Trip starts: Kathmandu
  • Group size: 1+

Trip Overview

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking via Ghorepani Poon Hill

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking via Ghorepani is a beautiful trekking trip to the base camp of Annapurna. This beautiful trek in the Annapurna region combines two lower Himalayan foothills and higher Himalayan landscapes. This trekking adventure starts at Nayapul and follows the trail that Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek goes on. Further from the Ghorepani trail, it goes towards the Annapurna base camp via Chhomrong and Machhapuchhre base camps.

Trekking to the base camp via Ghorepani takes more days for the trip than our Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This trip takes a total of 15 days to complete whereas our next Annapurna base camp trek is only 11 days. It is a wonderful trip to explore beautiful nature and mountain views of the Annapurna region.

Why Annapurna Base Camp Trekking via Ghorepani?

You will love this trekking adventure if you –

  • Have more days to explore the beauty of the mountains
  • Want to explore the magnificence of the Annapurna sanctuary
  • Enjoy trekking through peaceful trails surrounded by natural wonders
  • Want to enjoy spectacular views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountain ranges
  • Love to watch the sunrise over the mountains

 

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (4,593ft/1400) (Tribhuvan International Airport)

The arrival in Kathmandu at Tribhuwan International Airport followed by a transfer to the designated hotel by our representative in a private vehicle. After checking in, we will have a short discussion about the trekking. You can either rest or roam around the local markets. In the evening, our representative will take you to the “Welcome Dinner” at a traditional Nepalese Restaurant.  Overnight stay at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Dinner

Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley and Preparation for Trekking (4,593ft/1400)

After an early breakfast, we will take you around the Kathmandu valley. We will start our guided tour from UNESCO listed world heritages i.e. the sacred Hindu temple of Lord Pashupatinath then the Boudhanath stupa: oldest Buddhist stupa, the Swayambhunath stupa: monkey temple and then the historical Kathmandu Durbar Square. After lunch, we will utilize the time for the preparation for trekking.  Overnight stay at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hote

Meal: Breakfast

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara (2,789ft/827m) (6 – 8 hours)

There are actually the options to reach Pokhara either via flight or via Tourist bus. The flight to Pokhara is about 25 – 30 minutes but you have to pay extra charges for it. There are flights to Pokhara from 8 am to 4 pm. The drive to Pokhara via Tourist bus will take about 6 – 7 hours. So, you have to have your early morning breakfast and then our representative will take you to the place where Tourist bus leaves for Pokhara. The scenic flight or drive is an amazing experience. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 4: Drive to Nayapool and then trek to Tikhedhunga (4921ft/1500m)

After an early morning breakfast, we will drive about an hour to Nayapool by a private transport.  From Nayapool, our team will walk following the river bank of Modi Khola. We will walk ahead to reach Birethanti crossing a suspension bridge. On the way, there are dense sub-tropical forests. Here, the officers will check the ACAP permits. Stay overnight at Tikhedhunga.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ulleri (6430ft/1960 m) to Banthanti (7250ft/2210 m) to Ghorepani (9271ft/2826m): 7 – 8 hours

Today’s destination is to reach Ghorepani. We will cross the Modi River via a suspension bridge to the Tikhedhunga. We will really have to show our stamina during the ascent to the Ulleri Hill at an elevation of 1960m. We will enjoy our lunch here. Then again we walk via the amazing rhododendron and oak forests that will lead us to Banthanti. After walking for about 8 hours, we will arrive at Ghorepani. The word “Ghorepani” is actually derived from “Ghodepani” meaning horse water which was a campsite for the merchants but at present, there are teahouses, shops and stalls.  As we ascend to Ghorepani, the weather starts getting colder. Stay overnight at Ghorepani enjoying the amazing scenic views of Mt. Annapurna and Mt. Dhaulagiri and adjoining snow peaks.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (10531ft/3210m) to Tadapani (8927ft/2721m): 6 – 7 hours

Poon hill, the vintage point for the breath-taking panoramic views of the magnificent Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges that includes Annapurna I, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Mt. Dhaulagiri and some Mustang part. After being blessed with the magical view of Mountains with the sunrise, we descend back to Ghorepani for the breakfast. Then we head to Tadapani via the lush vegetation of rhododendron and fir jungles. Stay overnight at Tadapani with the majestic feeling of conquering the Poon Hill.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrong (7135ft/2175 m): 6 – 7 hours

We will arrive at Chhomrong today after walking for about 6 – 7 hours. We will hike up and down the forest of rhododendron, oaks and firs enjoying the striking views of the Annapurna ranges. We will stop by Kimrong for the lunch then walk until we reach Chhomrong, one of the biggest Gurung community of Annapurna region. Stay overnight here.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (8546ft/2605 m): 6 – 7 hours

We will have our breakfast at Chhomrong and then the trail leads to Dovan. We will descend to the Chhomrong river and then ascend to Kuldi Ghar via Sinuwa hill then to Bamboo.  After having lunch at Bamboo, we will walk-ups and downs till we reach Dovan. Dovan actually means the meeting point of two rivers. Stay overnight at Dovan.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Trek from Dovan to Deurali (10498ft/3200m): 6 – 7 hours

The delicious, early morning breakfast will provide us the energy to walk to Deurali. We will pass through the Modi Khola valley. On the way, we will enjoy the cool weather and the serene environment, walk through the dense forests and soothe our eyes with the magical scenes of the waterfalls, glaciers and the outstanding 360 degree views of Mt. Annapurna I, III, Mt. Gangapurna, Mt. Hiunchuli, Mt. Annapurna South, Mt. Gandharvachuli, etc. This is the dream comes true experience of the travelers. We will then stop at Deurali for lunch and spend a relaxing night here.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Trek from Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (12139ft/3700 m) to Annapurna Base Camp (13549ft/4130 m): 7 – 8 hours

We will head to Annapurna Base Camp from Machhapuchhre Base Camp after having the breakfast at Deurali. On the way, we will pass through many small forests, lush vegetation, follow the stream to climb up and down the ways. From the Machhapuchhre Base Camp, we can enjoy the scenic views of the Machhapuchhre and Annapurna ranges. The panoramic view is awe-inspiring. We will walk and then rest the day at Annapurna Base Camp and spend overnight here.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo(7578ft/2310m): 7 – 8 hours

We will trek down to Bamboo today from Annapurna Base Camp. As it’s the same path, it shouldn’t be any problem to walk to Bamboo. Stay overnight at Bamboo.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda(5774ft/1760 m): 5 – 6 hours

Today’s destination is to reach Jhinu Danda. We will walk uphill to Kuldi Ghar then downhill to Chhomrong river. There is a hot spring at a walking distance of about 15 – 20 minutes from Jhinu Danda. Stay overnight here at Jhinu Danda.

Accommodation: Tea House/Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Trek to Naya Pool: 6 – 7 hours and then Drive to Pokhara: 1 hour drive

We will then walk from Jhinu Danda to Naya pool enjoying the cool weather and the stunning landscape of Pokhara. Lunch on the way at the teahouses. After reaching Naya pool, we will drive to a designated hotel at Pokhara. Relaxing night at Pokhara.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 14: Flight or Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara

An early morning 25 – 30 minutes flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu will give us spare time to reach the hotel, relax or wander around the local markets. The other option is via land by Tourist bus. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meal: Breakfast

Day 15: Final Departure from Tribhuvan International Airport

Last day of the trip to Nepal. You can shop around or just relax until the time to reach the airport. Our representative will accompany you till the Tribhuwan International Airport at least 2 – 3 hours ahead of scheduled time. An amazing end of the trip to Nepal for this year with the hope of returning again with the new destination and new spirit to walk through the mountains.

Accommodation: n/a

Meal: Breakfast