‘scenic Annapurna Sanctuary and beneath the world’s 10th high Mt. Annapurna’
Highlights:
“Adventure within the heart of massif Annapurna Himalayan range of peaks. The first 8,000 meters peak ever climbed in the history of mountaineering. Annapurna Sanctuary the most picturesque location around the Himalayas. The shortest and altitude friendly adventure treks to Annapurna base camp.Enjoy the scenic walks through lovely mountain villages steeped with culture.”
Short Trek Summary:
- Trekking Mode: In the best available Local lodges.
- Trekking Grade: Moderate to Adventurous.
- Trekking Areas: Kaski district around Nepal Mid-West Himalaya.
- Highest Point: At Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m/13,550 feet.
- Mode of Transport: Exciting drives on local 4WD Jeep or similar.
- Start and End of trek: Ghandruk to Jhinu with drive to Pokhara.
- Trekking duration: 07 Nights and 08 Days Pokhara to Pokhara.
- Total Trip in Nepal: 13 Nights and 14 Days from Arrival to Departure.
BEST SEASONS FOR ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREKKING:
This moderate adventures, the best seasons are spring and autumn/fall, the most favorable times for all adventures around the Himalayas. The spring begins in March and ends in May, a lively time for pleasant walks and scenic views. Most days are fine and clear with enough sunshine hours till late afternoon from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. It can get overcast in the afternoon sometimes, with chances of light rains and snowfalls. Days are much longer with sunlight hours, but cold morning and late afternoon till nighttime. Depending upon altitude and overnight stops around the higher regions. Spring is the best time for nature lovers, when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendrons of various species. The next best season is autumn/fall, most days are bright, with sunny days for clear views. Autumn/fall starts from September to November, one of the high seasons in Nepal for trekking. Days are fine with crystal clear blue sky, but it gets dark soon due to limited sunshine hours. Morning and late afternoon until nighttime are cold, with chances of light snowfall. This trek can be enjoyed during winter times also, most days are clear for views and walks. But cold morning, late afternoon and nighttime, can expect snow from Chomrong onwards to Annapurna Base Camp.
EXPERIENCE RELIGION & CULTURES OF THE ANNAPURNA HILL VILLAGES:
The higher Himalayan region of Far Mid-West Nepal, around the southern hills of Annapurna Himalayan ranges. Populated by the Gurung hill tribes of Annapurna and Lamjung regions, mostly populated around the southern hills of Annapurna Himalayas. The Gurung people are interwoven to Buddhism religion, trekkers can observe the Gurung cultures around Ghandruk, Chomrong and Jhinu Villages.
FOODS, ACCOMMODATION AND LODGES FACILTIES:
Trekkers on the first few days of walks from Ghandruk, on leaving Pokhara. The route leads to sheer mountain wilderness, with few small villages and settlements. The local village provides simple lodge accommodation with good food. Offers list of food menu, Nepali Dhal Bhat and noodles or home-made breads. The foods from Nepali Dhal Bhat (boiled rice, with seasonal vegetables and Dal a lentil of varieties of smaller beans). Tibetan bread, pancakes, chapatti, momos stuffed meats, or vegetable dumplings include noodles fried or with soup. Serves good breakfast from oats porridge, corn flakes with milk, breads and eggs followed by tea or coffee. Lunch is simple noodles fried with vegetables or eggs, or fried rice followed by hot refreshment. Afternoon tea with snacks and lavish dinner from Nepali, Indian, Chinese or Continental dishes. But at Ghandruk and Chomrong Villages, trekkers will be surprised by various standards of lodges and resorts, from budget, and moderate to luxury lodges. Lodges with attached baths and toilets, with a comprehensive food menu from Continental, Chinese, Indian, Tibetan/Sherpa, and Nepali foods. As well as bakery items, some lodges from Namche to Lukla offer Mexican, Italian, Korean, and Japanese foods.En route Annapurna Base Camp from Chomrong, the lodges are simple but neat rooms with good food menu to enjoy along with the views.
PHYSICAL FITNESS REQUIREMENT AND INSURANCE:
For this short treks, all members should be in good physical shape. As well as in sound health, for the climb on steep uphill and long downhill. Including the cold morning and night freezing temperatures as well as walking on snow and ice sometimes. The age should be a minimum of 12 to a maximum of 70 years old. Young people under 18 years old must be accompanied by parents and guardians. All trekkers must have Travel and Medical Insurance in case of unfortunate accidents and illness. Sometimes, the trek may have to be re-routed to other safe destinations. In case of broken trails from rock falls, including the bad and unfavorable weather conditions. Where trekkers should be well aware of all the unfortunate situations that can happen. Some members in the group might get sick, where immediate evacuation is required. Using, the fastest means of transportation, like services of the Helicopter, for bringing the patient to the nearest hospital. If this unfortunate condition happens, trekkers have to bear all extra expenses as well as for the accompanying staff. All extra expenditures should be claimed by the insurance company. For this trek, all should be physically fit, with good exercise. Like walking, jogging, and other good physical exercises to keep your fitness level, and checking with your doctor before planning and booking with Himalayan Heritage for this wonderful treks.
Overviews:
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is one of the shortest, most enjoyable, and exciting adventures around the Himalayan ranges.Apart from the scenic scenery of snow-capped peaks on daily walks, it is also altitude-friendly. The elevation rises slowly as the trek progresses until you reach the main highlight destinations. Annapurna Base Camp Trekking takes you to the foot of Mt. Annapurna-I towers at 8,091 m/26,545 feet high. Most people are unaware it is the first 8,000-meter peak ever climbed in mountaineering history.
Mt. Annapurna-I is one of the technical mountains to climb, and the first ascent by the French Expedition on June 03rd, 1950. Earlier than Mt. Everest was conquered in 1953, which makes Annapurna Base Camp treks an exclusive adventure. It is also a favorable adventure destination around the Himalayas due to its proximity to beautiful Pokhara city. This whole trek takes a week, with drives to and from Pokhara.
Annapurna Base Camp Trekking begins with an exciting drive to a mountain village at Ghandruk. It is the largest village around the southern hills of the Annapurna Himalayan range. Ghandruk and around the Annapurna areas populated by the Gurung tribe follow the Buddhist religion. From Ghandruk on the road to Annapurna Base Camp follow the country trail up and down through lovely forest.
To reach the last permanent village at Chomrong, the gateway to Annapurna base camp and the sanctuary. From Chomrong, the true adventure begins towards sheer wilderness, as the walk follows Modi 0River gorge. Then finally the trail climbs above the river entering a picturesque location at Annapurna Sanctuary enclosed by tiers of peaks. The walk gets easier following the gradual ups to Annapurna Base Camp, located right beneath the staggering Mt. Annapurna-I. Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of the whole massif Annapurna range of giant peaks, that encircles the base camp. It is a perfect spot to marvel at the beautiful snow mountains in the comfort of a nice and cozy lodge. Annapurna is the only eight thousand-meter base camp in all the Himalayan ranges with the facilities of lodges. After the most exciting and gorgeous moments at Annapurna Base Camp, the return journey leads to Chomrong. From Chomrong on an alternative route to reach Pokhara with last overnight in Jhinu Village with a hot spring.