Annapurna Base Camp Trekking in Nepal

The trip towards the base camp of Annapurna is one of the most popular travel activities in Nepal, and Annapurna I is the world’s 10th tallest mountain. Furthermore, Annapurna Base Camp is the main trekkers’ destination after the Everest Base Camp in Nepal. It is a fact that the trekking route leading up to the base camp of Annapurna traverses through local villages and various vegetation. In this trekking route trekkers can experience moderately dense forests of pine, rhododendrons, and ethnic of Gurung, Magars, and Thakalis.

It is not an engagement to say that doing the Annapurna Base Camp trek resources requires accepting the culture and nature. It is one of the eye-catching trekking destinations in the Himalayas region of Nepal.  

How do I go to Annapurna Base Camp?

You can go to the Annapurna Base Camp by helicopter or walking. There are no alternative options to get the Annapurna Base Camp. You can check diverse routes through the Annapurna circuit trek with Annapurna Base Camp, the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek with Annapurna Base Camp, or the Short Annapurna Base Camp trek.

Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is one of the most beautiful and short treks near the Annapurna region, where you can explore the mostly settled by Magars and Gurung communities. Surrounding with vegetation are dense frosts of pine and rhododendrons and rocky mountains. Poon Hill is the adventure point suited 3210 meters above sea level, where trekkers can hike the viewpoint of Poon Hill and see the magical views of Mount Dhaulagiri, Tukche Peak, Nilgiri Himal, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiuchuli and Machhapuchhare, etc.

Is it possible to do the Annapurna Base camp trek within 8 Days?

Yes, it is possible to the Annapurna Base Camp trek within 8 days. However, trekkers need a good physical and fitness level to complete the ABC trek. The trekkers’ planners of a supposed and experienced trekking company can organize a short Annapurna Base camp trek. One of the best trekking companies that can manage the Short and Sweet Annapurna Base Camp package, which consists of trekking programs for a week or eight days, is the Himalayan Local Guide Team. If you have any kind of significance then kindly email our trekking organizer and we will certainly assist you in knitting vital short Annapurna treks in Nepal.

Annapurna I

Mount Annapurna I (8091 meters) is the world’s 10th tallest mountain, where you can see the Annapurna I from the Base camp of Annapurna. Nepal is the perfect place to satiate your desire for Himalaya’s backwoods. However, to get to the Annapurna Base camp of well-known mountains and leave our footprints on its foothills is not a commonplace activity to do in a lifetime experience. It is a vital mission to do at least once in a lifetime. If you are planning to do the Annapurna Base Camp trekking in Nepal, take you through the delightful base camp or foothill of the world’s 10th highest mountain of Annapurna I. Do not miss witnessing this glorious yet renowned Himalayas in its natural environment.

Annapurna Sanctuary Trekking

During the trekking to Annapurna Sanctuary, there are several wildlife and vegetation within the Annapurna Base Camp trekking route. Moreover, the Nepal Government has sited this place beneath the (ACAP) Annapurna Conservation Area Project. By doing this, the Government of Nepal intends to protect the unique and extraordinary variety of flora and fauna. However, the Annapurna Base camp is located in a gorge surrounded by whole mountains. It seems that the base camp itself is a haven. The Annapurna Sanctuary trek is a new name for the Annapurna Base camp and other Annapurna round trekking trails combine trek too.

Physical fitness requirements for the Annapurna Base Camp trek

If you are considering doing the Annapurna Base camp trek, you must prepare and be physically and mentally prepared for the ABC trek. There are diverse ascend and descend parts on this trekking trail. Trekkers have to walk 5 to 6 hours per day in the trekking route excluding the tea and lunch break. Hence, trekkers must be in a most favorable outline. Ensure that you have built stamina that can last for an entire journey. The exercise to advance stamina is by doing such as cardio, morning walks, hiking, running swimming, and cycling.

Permits

You need two types of permits to do the Annapurna Base Camp trek like (ACAP) Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit and (TIMS) Trekkers Information Management System Card.  This article helps, those who wish to do the ABC, trek, but we don’t recommend doing the trek solo as it might be risky.  Don’t miss entirely the multi-ethnic of the local peoples of Gurungs and Magars.

Annapurna Base Camp by Helicopter Tour

If you are physically not fit or you don’t want to walk on the trekking trails then you can choose the Helicopter Tour Package. You can book the journey towards the Base camp of Annapurna is possible to book the helicopter from Pokhara. The approximate cost to book the Helicopter to Annapurna Base camp is 1500 to 1700 U$D.

When is the Best time for Annapurna Base Camp?

The best time for the Annapurna Base camp trekking in Nepal is during the spring and autumn season. The spring season allows the diverse forests to become magical with green color and there are plenty of rhododendrons blooming in the dense forests.  During the autumn season, Nepal celebrates its biggest festivals  Dashain and Tihar, where you can join and experience. Therefore, trekkers get the opportunity to learn about  Nepal's natural beauty as well as cultural diversity.  

If you are planning to do Annapurna Base camp trekking or by helicopter tour, please feel free to inquire furthermore, you can through emails or WhatsApp, and we will answer your question.