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Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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Duration
10 days
Max. Elevation
4130m
Group Size
Min 2
Level
MODERATE
Transportation
Tourist Bus, Car and Van
Best Season
March to May and Sep to Dec
Accomodation
Hotel and tea houses
Meals
Breakfast in city & BLD during the trek
Starts at
Kathmandu
Ends at
Kathmandu
Trip Route

Highlights

  • Fantastic trek into the heart of the Annapurna
  • Top prefered destination in Annapurna Region
  • Lodge-based trek

Overview

The Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers an excellent opportunity to experience the High Mountain and lowland village climate and culture. Due to the diversity in the region in terms of both, landscapes and ethnic group people are living in the region and along the trail. Some of these ethnic groups are Gurung, Magar, and Thakali. Bharal Adventure has researched thoroughly before creating this trekking holiday. Himalayan walking activity is definitely an intrepid act to do.

Annapurna is a Sanskrit word for “goddess of harvest”.  She is one of the most revered goddesses in Nepal. The massif also holds sacred connotations to Hindus in Nepal and adjoining areas. Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers this journey to the goddess of Mountains. This trek is one of the frequented treks in Nepal after Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Therefore, It is a tremendous opportunity to witness the breathtaking views of the Himalayas and sunrise.  Definitely, that would remain alive in memories for years to come tempting you to come to return to the embrace of the Himalayas. 

Best Time For Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek
  • Autumn (Sept to Nov)
The weather is stable with the clear blue sky. It is neither too hot nor too cold. Hence, the temperature is just outstanding. The average daily temperature for ABC in this season is 14-15 degrees at day and 5-8 degrees at night. As a result, the views are undisturbed, completely peaceful and clear. As this season will be full of trekkers, it is also safe for solo-trek.

  • Winter (December to February)
Even with some blue sky and sun, it is pretty cold with occasional snowfalls & storms, especially when you reach higher altitudes. December is normally dry, stable, and clear so this month could be a preferable choice. The average daily temperature for ABC in this season is 8-12 degrees at day and less than 2 degrees at night. In this season along with the stunning views, you will find nature & its ecosystem unique and mesmerizing. The blooming rhododendrons, the green hillsides turning into white, pink, and red colors could be observed. 

  • Spring (March to May)
In March/April, the surrounding is colorfully beautiful. Weather is sunny and warm with outstanding views. Though it will be dry and dusty, but not as many would think. The average daily temperature for ABC at this time is 15-18 degrees at day and 7-8 degrees at night. Though some days may be cloudy as it is pre-monsoon season. Especially, Crystal clear view of unique ecosystem all around. The colorfulness of many blooming flowers in upper hills and trekking paths could be observed.

Trip Itinerary

A representative from Bharal Adventure will greet and accompany the guest from the airport to their hotel. The guests are briefly explained about the program they will be participating on.

Soon after breakfast, the group will set off on a long scenic drive to Pokhara, the second largest city of Nepal. After checking in to the hotel and taking rest, leisure boating on the picturesque Fewa Lake will be arranged for making the evening pleasant.

Today you will have a scenic drive to Ghandruk  for about three and half  hour as you will be preparing for your trek to Chomrong for about 4 hours. You will be amazed to observe the beautiful himalayan ranges of Nepal. 

From here, the trail goes down to the Chhomrong Khola from where ascend begin up to Khuldighar at 2,380m which accommodates an ACAP Check Post. Hereby begins the climb towards Dovan where we will be staying for the night.

This day we will start our 4 hours trek to Machhapuchare Base Camp. We will be able to observe the amazingly beautiful Annapurna Sancturary and then hike through glorious route. We will reach Hinko Cave which is one of the main attractions of the destination. Then we will head towards ddeurali which will direct us to our destination Machhapuchare Base Camp.

We will be exploring the most efficient part of the journey Annapurna Base Camp today early in the morning. We will be able to explore the mesmerizing sunrise view from the Base Camp. The magnificient scenery will leave you speechless. Then, from here, we will be retracing our trail of the day before as we descend down to Bamboo. The trail drops by 1,700m to the bank of Modi Khola on the way to Bamboo where few teahouses and lodges are available for overnight stay.

Today as we pass Khuldighar, we will move towards experimental sheep farm tracing the trail through rhododendron and bamboo forests that descends to Jhinu hot spring where we will relieve all the stress and exhaustion of the journey. The bath at natural hot spring in Jhinu is the best way to beat the anxiety of the expedition.

Following the trail along the right side of Modi Khola for five hours from Jhinu, we will arrive at Birethanti. This walk is one of the most relaxing of the entire trek. From here, twenty minutes walk will take us back to Naya Pul from where we drive for an hour to get back to Pokhara.

A scenic drive from Pokhara will bring the team back to Kathmandu where the evening is spend either relaxing or shopping for souvenirs. 

The airport representative from Bharal Adventure will transport you to Kathmandu International Airport around 3 hours before your scheduled flight from where you will depart.

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