Annapurna Base Camp Group Trek

The first day marks your arrival day in Kathmandu. Clear all the visa requirements and customs clearance, if any, at the arrival section of the airport. As you come out, you will find a representative from World Alpine Treks waiting for you holding a board with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. The representative will shortly inform you about the plans ahead.

In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport. Catch a flight to Pokhara, and you will land at the airport in Pokhara. From Pokhara airport, we take a short drive for around 2.5 hours to Hile. It is the actual starting point of our trekking journey.

From Hile, we start walking along a lush landscape to Tikhedhunga. It is a prosperous town inhabited by people of ethnic communities. We follow the streets of Birethanti and pass the forests of bamboo and the waterfall on the way.

We further walk towards Ranghai and ascend the valley until we reach the village of Tikhedhunga. We cross a suspension bridge over a stream and ascend through the stone-paved step stairs to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large village at an elevation of 2050 meters inhabited by the people of the Magar community.

Today’s trek takes you from Ulleri to the charming village of Ghorepani. The trail ascends through dense rhododendron forests, which burst into vibrant colors during the spring season. As you climb higher, the views of the surrounding mountains become increasingly spectacular.

Upon reaching Ghorepani, you will be rewarded with breathtaking vistas and the unique culture of the Gurung ethnic community. The village itself is architecturally pleasing, with its traditional stone houses and warm hospitality, making it a memorable stop on your journey.

We wake up early to catch the sunrise view from Poonhill, a popular viewpoint in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is known for sunrise/ sunset views and panoramic views of mountains in the Annapurna range. The shimmering glory of golden sun rays over the Annapurna massif from Poonhill looks amazing.

The panoramic views of mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche Peak, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Varaha Shikhar, Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, etc., add to the glory of this place. After enjoying the views, we return to Ghorepani and follow a trail that takes us to Tadapani.

Today, we descend along the lush rhododendron and oak forests. We follow the trail that goes through dense wood to Chomorong. Chomorong is a beautiful village inhabited by the people of the Gurung community. It is considered a gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary. One can enjoy the great hospitality of the Gurung people here.

From Chomorong, we further descend through the stone-paved stairs and cross a long suspension bridge over the Chomorong River. We then climb up a rocky trail until we reach the village of Sinuwa. 

Leaving Sinuwa, walk along the forested area to Kuldahar. There is a check post of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project here. From here, we continue our descent down to Dovan and follow a damp trail that passes through the thick forests of bamboo and rhododendrons.

As we move ahead, we open up to the Hotel Himalaya with inspiring views of a glacial lake that flows down to the valley. From here, we ascend to a historical place – Hinku Cave. It is a camping site for the climbers trying to ascend Annapurna I. We then descend through an undulating path to Deurali.

As we leave Deurali, we descend to a glacial river and walk towards Macchapucchhre Base Camp. Leaving Macchapucchhre Base Camp, we head towards Annapurna Base Camp, enjoying the magnificent views of Macchapucchhre Himal, Annapurna Hima, Gangapurna, and Hiunchuli. We enter through the natural gateway to Annapurna Sanctuary and ascend until we reach the Annapurna Base Camp.

As we open up to the base camp, we will be able to get some astonishing views of a valley surrounded by grand peaks in the Annapurna range and glaciers. It is a perfect sight to fade away the tiredness of walking to the base camp all week long. 

Early in the morning, we wake up for the sunrise view over the mountains in the Annapurna range. Then we step towards Annapurna Sanctuary for splendid views of the mountains. After relishing the views of the mountains, we bid the base camp goodbye. We take a long and steep descent down to Bamboo. 

Today, we will be headed to Jhinu Danda. It is a beautiful settlement in an area famous for its natural hot springs. As we leave Bamboo, we follow an undulating path that goes up and down. At first, we hike up to Chomorong and make a descent down to Jhinu Danda. Upon arrival, we can walk immediately to the riverside and enjoy the hot water bath at the natural springs. Taking a hot water bath in those springs is a soothing experience. 

We are almost at the end of our trekking journey. We walk past the terraced farmlands and villages to Samrung. It is just a 20-minute trek. From Samrung, we will take a vehicle that will take us to Pokhara. You will then be transferred to a hotel in Pokhara.

Concluding our trip, we catch a return flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Within 30 minutes of the flight, we will find ourselves in Kathmandu. You will then be transferred to a hotel in Kathmandu. 

On your departure day, one of our team members will meet you at your hotel approximately 3 hours before your flight time. He will assist you to the airport for your onward journey. With hopes of meeting again for another adventure in the Himalayas, our team bids you farewell and wishes you a safe journey back home.