Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular treks in the Annapurna region. There are very few treks featuring a combination of different types of landscapes. Which also brings you close to the Himalayas. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of those treks. The Annapurna trail takes you around rice paddy fields, dense Rhododendron forests, and high altitude landscapes. All this while you get the best views of Annapurna range at a distance till you reach the base camp. Where finally you find yourself standing beneath the majestic peaks at Annapurna Base Camp. In this trek, you are also greeted with the stunning views of Hiunchuli and Macchapucchre. Here we will learn how to get to Annapurna Base Camp, and the study is briefed in the following manner:

Pokhara briefing

Introduction to Annapurna Base Camp trek

Places to stay on Annapurna Base Camp trek

Places to go on Annapurna Base Camp trek

When can you go for Annapurna Base Camp trek?



Pokhara briefing

Pokhara is one of Nepal's best adventure and leisure tour destinations. It is located 200 km from Kathmandu and is known as the tourism capital of Nepal. You can experience boating, hiking, pony rides or paragliding in Pokhara. Else you can choose to chill and relax. While looking at the stunning view of the lake with Annapurna range in the backdrop. Pokhara will definitely indulge you with its natural beauty and picturesque landscapes.

You can choose to walk on the shores of Phewa Lake, enjoying the greenery around you. Or venture to take a ride around the lake in one of those colorful boats. If you're feeling more adventurous, you can paraglide across the lake, while enjoying the magnificent view from above. Pokhara is also the gateway to the Annapurna Conservation site and headway for many treks to the Annapurna region. We will learn more about the trek as we go forward.

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Introduction to Annapurna Base Camp trek

Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the most popular and sought out treks in the Annapurna region. The trek takes you on a wonderful journey across different landscapes. Furthermore, it brings you really close to the base of 7000 and 8000-meter mountain peaks. Annapurna Base camp trek takes 8-15 days to complete, depending on your itinerary and the pace of the traveling party. Apart from the magnificent landscapes, you will come across quaint villages inhabited by friendly people. Most of the people can speak English and are very helpful.

Accommodation on the Annapurna Base Camp trek will be arranged in the famous tea houses. They are comfy cozy settlements specially built for the trekkers. There will be a few days kept aside for acclimatization as well. Acclimatization is a necessary process required while you are at such high altitudes. It becomes necessary to adapt to the environment to avoid illness and fatigue. At the same time, you can enjoy your trip to the fullest as well.

Places to stay on Annapurna Base Camp trek

Annapurna Base Camp trek takes you to the heart of the mountain range through quaint, but pretty villages. Since you will be away from civilization once you start your trip, hotels are hard to find. Therefore, the only place where you will be allocated a hotel is on your arrival in Kathmandu and Pokhara. As you start your hike to the Annapurna region, the population is sparse, and very few settlements visible. Besides a few main centers in the region, the rest of the villages have very few settlements.

However, the trail belongs to the popular trekking route. Therefore, the settlements you come across consist mainly of tea houses and few lodges. These settlements are best suited for trekkers. The hosts are amicable and are very helpful. The tea houses are smaller versions of a lodge, and they are very cozy indeed. The lodges, on the other hand, are smaller versions of a city hotel, and they are very comfortable as well. Needless to say, the hosts are well known for their hospitality. They will make sure your stay is a memorable one.

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⏰ Last updated: Jan 03, 2020 ⏰

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