Annapurna base camp package details

Introduction

Annapurna base camp trek is a famous hiking journey in Nepal. Annapurna Base Camp is abbreviated as ABC. Hence, the trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is also known as the ABC trek. This trek leads one to reach a base camp of Mt Annapurna. This seems like a Sanctuary circled by snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Thus, this trek is also famous for the name Annapurna Sanctuary trek. The tallest peak one can view from the base camp is Mt Annapurna I. It is the 10th highest mountain in the world which is rising to an elevation of 8,091 meters/ 26545 feet.

The other striking peaks close to this camp are Mt Fishtail (Machapuchare), Mt Annapurna Fang, Mt Annapurna South, Mt Annapurna III, Mt Hiunchuli, Mt Gangapurna, Mt Khangsar Kang, and Tent Peak. Most of the mountains in this region are over 7000 meters. The only entrance of this Annapurna base camp is a narrow valley between Mt Hiunchuli and Mt Machapuchare, where run-off from glaciers drains into the Modi Khola River. The Annapurna Base Camp receives only 7 hours of sunlight in a day because sides.

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How to reach 

There are a couple of places where one can start hiking to reach the Annapurna Base Camp. Every trekking trail of ABC passes through amazing mountain villages, lush forests of oak and bamboo trees, terraced farmlands, sparkling streams, and glacial moraines. Everybody becomes more excited in spring while trekking on this trail as it is the time of blossoming rhododendron flowers and it makes the hills look colorful.

The ABC trekking trail has some long steep climbs and descends on some stone steps, still, hiking is not difficult. Everybody above 12 years of old can join for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. There are several mountains and several base camp hiking trails in Nepal as it is a Himalayan country. Annapurna Base camp is the easier and most quickly reachable base camp trekking among all base camp trekking routes in Nepal. It does not need any hiking and climbing experience.

One passes many mountain villages on the route of Annapurna Base Camp. These villages are especially the habitat of two ethnic groups of Nepal. These villages are Gurung and Magar. Gurung and Magars are actually the backbones of Gurkha soldiers. Their bravery is popular all over the world. One will find them the foremost friendly individuals they will ever meet. The locals believe that the Annapurna Base Camp is home to several Gods and goddesses.

There are two popular trekking itineraries for Annapurna Base Camp Trek:  

Abc trek via ghandruk 

This takes usually 12 days to complete.

The major highlights of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Ghandruk are as below.

• Comparatively short Annapurna Base Camp Trek
• Experience Gurung culture and lifestyle by visiting Ghandruk village
• Hiking through rhododendron forests, mountain terraces, rivers, & villages
• Visit ABC and Machhapuchhere Base Camp
• Enjoy splendid views of Mt Annapurna I, Himchuli, Annapurna South, and Gangapurna from Annapurna Base Camp
• Visit the natural hot springs and dip in Jhinu Dada.
• Trekking through the  Annapurna Conservation Area
• Explore naturally beautiful Pokhara, popular as the Lake City

Abc trek via poon hill  

It takes 14 days to complete.

The major highlights of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill are as below.

• Visit the popular viewpoint Poon Hill at an altitude of 3210 meters
• Enjoy wonderful Sunrise and the panoramic views from Poon Hill
• Hike through rhododendron forests, rivers, mountain terraces, & villages
• Visit ABC and Machhapuchhere Base Camp
• Enjoy beautiful views of Mt Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Gangapurna from the Annapurna Base Camp
• Visit the natural hot springs and dip in Jhinu Dada.
• Trekking through the Annapurna Conservation Area
• Explore naturally beautiful Pokhara, popular as Lake City.

The months from March to May and from October or November are the most famous for trekking at the Annapurna Massif. What must be said, is that every trekking season offers trekkers its own excitement and atmosphere for hikers. 

Conclusion 

Both the Annapurna Circuit and the Annapurna Base Camp Trek are quite thrilling in their own way. If the goal is to get the best views of the Annapurna Region, then one can choose either one. On either trek, the Annapurna Massif will be the center of attraction. One great advantage of the Annapurna Circuit over the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is that hikers are hiking in a circular direction. This means that hikers won’t be seeing things twice. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek includes the Annapurna Base Camp. This is excluded from the Annapurna Circuit, or it can be added as an extension.

The Annapurna Region is known as the Mekka for hiking, trekking, and even climbing. 

There are not many places in the world where access is so easy and adventurers could combine trekking with having a relaxed holiday. Logistics in this part of the world are simple and as trekking provides an income to many people in the region, one can get great standards of hospitality, accommodation, and safety.