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Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trip code NET-TR-SABT1
Package name Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Duration 11
Max. elevation 4170 m
Level MODERATE
Transportation Deluxe Tourist Bus & Private Vehicle
Accomodation 2-3 Star Accommodation in Kathmandu. Lodge Accommodation during Trek. Standard Hotel Accommodation in Pokhara
Starts at Kathmandu
Ends at Kathmandu
Trip route { Kathmandu - Pokhara - Ulleri - Ghorepani - Poonhill - Tadapani - Chhomrong - Dovan - Deurali - Machhapuchhare Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp - Bamboo - Jhinu Danda - Pokhara - Kathmandu }
Cost USD 825 per person

Highlights

Overview

Short Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek is one of the shortest journeys to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m). Also called Annapurna Sanctuary, the trek will take you through the heart of Annapurna Region and ultimately into the laps of the Annapurna I (8091m), the tenth highest mountain in the world. 
 
This trek offers you a total Himalayan trekking experience including Nepali hospitality and culture, pristine nature, wildlife and eternal backdrop of the majestic Himalayas. You will pass by typical rural villages, rivers, bamboo and pine forests, waterfalls, caves, etc. The area is predominantly inhabited by Gurung ethnic people whose unique culture and customs will mesmerize any traveler. Take time to stop at Jhinu Danda hiking experience. This short trek will allow enough to easily acclimatize with the weather and altitude.  
 
The trek starts from Ulleri and ends in Jhinu Danda, and pops along some of the major points of interests including Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp. On your way back you will also be spending time in Jhinu Danda enjoying hot spring bath. At the end, you will spend a night in Pokhara city of lake, the gateway to Annapurna region. 
 
Short Annapurna Base Camp is a moderate trek suitable for anyone with little or no experience of hiking. The best seasons for Short Annapurna Base Camp is Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (September, October, November). Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition provides highly professional and friendly trekking guides and porters to assist you in every step. Contact us for further details including price.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours.

After early morning breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours. Enjoy scenic views of mountains, hills, villages and rivers along the highway. 

Pokhara is a tourist's paradise featuring lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, etc.

Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 2 : Drive from Pokhara (914 m.) to Ulleri (2070m.) takes approximately 3 hours. Then trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2675 m.)

After early morning breakfast, drive from Pokhara (914 m.) to Ulleri (2070m.) takes approximately 3 hours. Then trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2675 m.) passing through dense forest of oak and rhododendron.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 3 : Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3232 m.) takes about one hour.

Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3232 m.) takes about one hour. Poon Hill is a popular viewpoint to see sunrise/sunset and majestic views of tallest Himalayan peaks. After spending sometime in Poon Hill, hike back to Ghorepani for breakfast and then continue trekking towards Tadapani (2630m) which takes about four and half hours.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 4 : Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrong (2170 m) takes about 5 and half hours.

Trek from Tadapani to Chhomrong (2170 m) takes about 5 and half hours. For the first part, the trail descends by way of rhododendron forests till Kimrung Khola. Once you cross the Kimrong Khola, the trail moves uphill for some time before it plateaus. En route you will pass through Gurjung village and from here it takes 2 hrs to reach Chhomrong. Chhomrong is the entry point for Annapurna Base Camp.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 5 : Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2600m) takes approximately 5 hours.

Trek from Chhomrong to Dovan (2600m) takes approximately 5 hours. The train in the beginning descends until you cross a small bridge. From here it’s a long steep ascent up to Sinuwa. The path heads through bamboo, rhododendron and oak forests.  Enjoy local farming in terraced landscapes all around.

Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 6 : Trek Dovan to Deurali (3200 m) takes approximately 5 hours.

Trek Dovan to Deurali (3200 m) takes approximately 5 hours. The trail gradually ascends all the way to Deurali along the Modi Khola. The region is rich in bio diversity and full of bamboo and rhododendron forest. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 7 : Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4170 m.) via Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3820m.) takes about four hours.

Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4170 m.) via Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3820m.) takes about four hours. This is one of the places, where you can enjoy the view of Mount Hiunchuli (6441m.), Annapurna South (7229m.), Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna III (7555m.), Gangapurna (7454m.) and Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.). The path follows through alpine forest. After a short trek, you begin to approach Annapurna Base Camp (4170m.). From here, you can see the panoramic views of several peaks.

Stay overnight at Annapurna Guest House.

Day 8 : Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m.) via Machhapuchhare Base Camp takes about six to seven hours.

Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2310m.) via Machhapuchhare Base Camp takes about six to seven hours. The trail gradually descends passing through bamboo forests.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 9 : Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1780m.) takes about five hours.

Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1780m.) takes about five hours. We will descend through Sinuwa and Choomrong. After Bamboo, the trail goes steeply up to the KuldiGhar and now the trail is quite flat until you reach Sinuwa. You trek gradually descends to the ChhomrongKhola and you have to follow stone staircase for almost an hour to reach Chhomrong. 1 hr further down will take you to Jhinu Danda.  You can visit a natural hot spring in Modi Khola, which is 20 minutes hike from Jhinu Danda.

Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 10 : Drive from Jhinudanda (1780m.) to Pokhara (914m.) takes about 4 hour.

Drive from Jhinudanda (1780m.) to Pokhara (914m.) takes about 4 hour. You will drive to Pokhara by 4WD jeep. This is a scenic drive passing through villages, jungle, river and farm land.

Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. 

Day 11 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes about six hours.

After breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes about six hours. En route, you will enjoy the beautiful mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable gardens and locals getting engaged in their daily chores.  

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