An hour of scenic drive takes us at Kande from where we commence the walk. An hour of uphill trek brings us at beautiful place of Australian camp where we have tea/water break with outstanding view of Annapurna range. The continue the trip toward Tolka via Pritam Deurali from here the trail goes down for half an hour to Bheri Kharka, cross a small stream and short off road walk to beautiful village of Tolka .
A pleasant trail goes to Landruk with eye catching view of Annapurna South and Hiuchuli, we take a gradual downhill trail through Modi Khola then trek via Jhinu Danda where we come to cross a amazing long suspension bridge then serious uphill for some 45 to 1 hour walk takes us at beautiful village of Chhomrong, the path descends to Khimti Khola on stone paved trail then final trek up to Sinuwa.
Walk through the forest of bamboo, oaks and rhododendron trees. After an hour of walk; we get to Bamboo where there are four mountain lodges provide meals and rooms for trekkers. We take short break and continue toward Deuralu following the Modi Khola valley, now the altitude gains higher and higher, and air is thinner. Gentle walk is always recommended to not get sick of Acute Mountain Sickness.
Walk toward Annapurna Base Camp from Deurali, as soon as we leave the lodge, now view becomes better, we see giant mountains of Machhapuchhre and Gangapurna. After walking some 2 hours we reach at MBC (Machhapuchhre Base Camp). Upon taking a tea break we walk to Annapurna Base Camp another 2 to 3 hours slowly. The view unbelievable as you see 360 degree mountain view from ABC. Overnight at Annapurna BC
After enjoying the sunrise view with hot tea at Annapurna BC; we take the breakfast and retrace back to Bamboo for overnight stop. It is the entire way long climb down, nearly 2000 meters, but we make it in 6 to 7 hours including short breaks for tea and lunch. Bamboo is much warmer tonight.
Trek to Sinuwa then to Chhomrong for lunch break. Our journey continues to Ghandruk. Todays day includes ups and downs. It takes some 6 to 7 hours of walk to our destination of Ghandruk from Bamboo.
A short walk of an hour to Siwai. We take a jeep to Pokhara. Your guide drops you at your hotel in Pokhara. The trip ends with Wilderness Excursion. Farewell friends!
Valid trekking permits, ACAP permit, TIMS card, passport copies, sturdy trekking boots, technical hiking socks, waterproof jacket, windproof jacket, down jacket, thermal base layers, moisture-wicking t-shirts, trekking pants, warm fleece, gloves, warm beanie, sun hat, UV protection sunglasses, headlamp with extra batteries, sleeping bag, reusable water bottle, water purification tablets, high-factor sunscreen, lip balm with SPF, personal first aid kit, altitude sickness medication, microfibers quick-dry towel, hand sanitizer, cash in Nepalese Rupees
Pregnant women, people with severe knee issues, individuals with back problems, people with severe asthma, people with respiratory conditions, people with heart conditions, individuals with low physical fitness, people with serious mobility impairments, young children under 5, elderly with limited mobility, people prone to acute mountain sickness, unconditioned hikers
Unrivaled views at ABC! Clear blue skies every morning. Highly professional tour operator.
Exceptional service by guide and porter. Always made sure we stayed warm and acclimatized well.
Well organized 7-day plan from Pokhara. Hot spring soak at Jhinu on the way back made all muscles relax.