Annapurna Base camp trek:
The Base Camp, also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary is a moderate level trek. Walks through villages and forests, upstream along the Modi Khola river into the, a valley surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks of breathtaking beauty. Beautiful lush green terraces of the valley, through some really charming village communities up to Poon Hill which offers exceptional views of the Kali Ghandaki Gorge and Dhaulagiri, you will drop into the pretty valleys home to many Gurung villages before climbing up to one of the most dramatic 360 panoramas around. View of the Annapurna ranges (I, II, IV), the majestic Machapuchare (Fishtail) and the Dhaulagiri ranges and many more.
Trip Fact:
Starting from: Pokhara ,28min fly from Kathmandu.
Ending at: Pokhara , 7 hrs by drive to Kathmandu.
Grade: Moderate
Highest access of the trek:Annapurna Base Camp (4130meters)
Culture: Mixed culture of major Gurungs and Magars.
Mode of trekking tour: Lodge (Tea-house) trek
Himalayan sights: Machhapuchhre Himal, Annapurna (I, III, IV) Gangapurna, Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Glacier Dom and more.
Best Season to visit: March - May and Sep – Dec (but whole year possible)
Daily Walking Time: 4 hrs - 7hrs(12 to 21KM.)