Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Duration for treks of this grade stretches up to two (2) weeks. Trails generally go above 4000 meters and on a daily basis, you can expect to be walking for about 5 – 7 hours, and involves occasional difficult days. Expect ups and downs as well for there will be hills to climb as well.

The best time to trek to Annapurna Base Camp Trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (October to November) months when the weather is favorable and suitable for climbing at high altitudes. These seasons offer crystal-clear mountain views with clear skies. The trek can also be done in February and early September but the trek is best done during the above months.

Nepal has a wide range of accommodation facilities from international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges. Accommodation facilities are available in the major trekking areas in the hilly areas. During the trek it is possible to stay in Guesthouse/Lodge facilities. Guesthouse/Lodge has hot and cold water facility. Most of the guest Guesthouse/Lodge has private rooms available. Most of the bathrooms are shared. Many years of experience in the trekking sector of organizing various treks in Nepal assures you that we have chosen the cleanest and most hygienically maintained Teahouse/Lodge for our treks where there is a friendly atmosphere and great views. In modern treks on high passes we use basic tea houses. If clients require tented camping trekking, this is conducted. The camping trek is fully organized and supported, with a team of guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters accompanying you. Our porters carry all trekking gear, food, fuel and personal belongings. Our cooks prepare hot meals. Trekkers only need to carry a small bag as per their requirement for the day. At night, tents, mattresses and down-filled sleeping bags, tables and seating areas are provided and set up for eating, sleeping and showering.

During the Teahouse Trekking you will have breakfast and dinner at the teahouse/lodge, lunch at one of the trail side restaurants. Each teahouse serves traditional Nepali food Dal Bhat Curry (rice, vegetable and lentil soup and more). All our teahouses have a variety of food items such as rice, vegetables, noodles, potatoes and soup. Many of them have western food on their menu. Soft drinks are also available at most teahouses and trail side restaurants. Food safety is always a big concern and we take it very seriously. That is why we choose the cleanest and most hygienically maintained hotels for our routes.

All teahouses have boiled water for trekkers. And it is possible to drinking mineral water on the main trekking routes. We recommend your clients not to use mineral water, it is not environmentally friendly. You can use iodine tablets or other purification drops. It is worth noting that we provide boiled water to our clients during camping or Homestay trekking. The guide will ensure that the water is safe for drinking.

We have prepared a gear list for this type of trip. We encourage you to get all the equipment you need for the trip. Please click here to check each equipment.

The leaders/guides have many years of guiding experience in Nepal, India, Bhutan and Tibet. Most of them have been exploring the country for years. Our guides are trained in first aid and know how to handle any situation. All our guides speak fluent English and are happy to share their in-depth knowledge of the culture, geography, flora, festivals, lifestyle with you. We believe and follow the idea that it is not enough to take visitors to special places or special cultures, we need to provide guides who can engage people in what they are experiencing, explain it well and entertain them. They know very well how to conduct a comfortable and safe trip while appreciating the beauty of the Himalayas. All our staff are well equipped with insurance for any mishaps. Our porters carry 25 to 30 kg. Their first-hand experience, local knowledge, expertise and humor are invaluable in trekking.

Our transportation department provides air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned large, mini coaches, jeeps, cars for group and individual needs. The drivers and accompanying guides are polite, well-mannered, highly experienced and trained. All are well acquainted with the local areas and communicate in English and other foreign languages.

The company “AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions” is prepared for any emergency situation and knows how to handle it. Our guides are trained in first aid and can deal with most basic ailments that may occur during trekking and can contact the office in Kathmandu directly every day if possible. Every client should have their own insurance before coming to Nepal in case of emergency. All our employees are insured in case of emergency. Therefore, We also strongly recommend that you take out trip cancellation, air ambulance / helicopter rescue insurance. You should be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, cover for this type of travel. Make sure that the policy you take out provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved. More information: Travel Insurance

Landline and mobile phone services are available in Nepal. The network covers most of Nepal except for some rural mountainous locations. Nepal Telecom is the national service provider. There are also private service providers such as hotels and private communication centers that also provide long-distance telephone, internet and fax facilities.

Yes, A Trekking Information Management System (TIMS) is required to trek in all areas. You will need a National Park/Conservation Entry Permit. There are ten National Parks and three Wildlife Sanctuaries in Nepal. Langtang National Park, Makalu-Barun National Park, Shivpuri-Nagarjun National Park, Banke National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Chitwan National Park, She-Phoksundo National Park, Rara National Park and one hunting reserve which includes Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve, Dorpatan Hunting Reserve. We have 5 conservation areas namely Api Nampa Conservation Area, Annapurna Conservation Area, Gaurishankar Conservation Area, Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, Manaslu Conservation Area. Some restricted areas like Manaslu Trek, Upper and Lower Dolpa Trek, Kanchenjunga Range Trek, Mustang Trek, Mugu Trek, Darjula, Nar and Phu Village Trek, Tsum Valley Trek require a special trekking permit issued by Immigration through a trekking agency.

Our services are designed to provide quality and value for money, while also providing a rich, varied and rewarding experience. We have built our reputation as the best travel agent in the country, providing excellent service. The prices of all our tours are highly competitive and unmatched by any other local tour operate.

We operate trek with three different options;

1. Fully Managed Service – You want to be free from all worries to fully enjoy this experience.
2. Guide and Documents Only – You prefer to carry your own pack, accommodation and food but want to benefit from the experience and knowledge of a guide and documents.
3. Porter(s) only service – You know where you are going and don’t need any additional information but you need help with heavy lifting and documents.

We offer a lifetime deposit policy which gives you the flexibility to transfer your deposit to anyone or any other trip. If you wish to cancel your booked trips, certain cancellation fees apply. Please see our booking terms and conditions for detailed information.

All bookings are made through AlpineTrav Treks & Expeditions Pvt. Ltd. based at Bouddha 6, Kathmandu, Nepal. To book your holiday you need to send us a completed booking (enquiry) form or email us directly with details. For more information. Learn more about our booking with confidence.