Annapurna sanctuary trek itinerary
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival and Transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu 1,400 m./4,600 ft./6 km./30 min drive
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, our dedicated airport representative will warmly welcome you with the vibrant garland of Marigold flowers which symbolizes traditional Nepali welcome and comfortably transfer to your hotel for ensuring pleasant and delightful overnight stay awaits you.
Journey distance- 6 km.
Journey time- 30 min.
Accommodation- Hotel Buddha or Similar
Meals-No
Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara 200 km./124 miles/8 hrs. and overnight at Hotel. 810 m./. (optional: By flight)
After savoring delicious breakfast at the Hotel, embark on a scenic drive to Pokhara by comfortable Tourist bus, which will take about 9 hours for a 200 km will take you along the picturesque Prithvi Highway passing through small towns and local settlements, overlooking the white water rafting on Trishuli river and diverse landscape to Pokhara. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your Hotel. Pokhara is a beautiful lake city, enjoy the lake cruise and experience the local markets.
Distance cover- 200 km./124 miles
Journey time- 8 hrs.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul 42 km./28 miles/1:30 min. and trek to Ghandruk, 2,012 m/ 8.5 km./4 hrs.
As soon as finished your delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will embark on an exciting journey through the picturesque landscape of Annapurna region to Nayapul. This is the gateway of Annapurna base camp and Poon Hill Trek. You have to register your ACAP permit and TIMS-Card), your adventure will begin. Walking through the terraced fields, villages. The first part of the trek is easy and pleasant as it is flat, but the last part is steep steeps uphill towards to your hotel in Ghandruck. Pleasant and delightful stay with organic food.
Driving distance cover- 42 km.
Journey time- 1:30 min.
Meals: Full Board plan.
Accommodation: Guest House/Tea House
Estimated Trekking Time: 4 hrs.
Altitude gain- 1202 m.
Distance: 8.5 km.
Day 04: Ghandruk Trek to Sinuwa 2,340 m./7,675 ft./12 km/6 hrs.
The Ghandruk village is a beautiful and vibrant, offers the typical Gurung culture, significant view of Annapurna South, Fishtail and Himchuli. To began your trek today, the path goes downhill to Kimrong Khola offering picturesque views of the Mountains and lush greenery surrounding. Now, the hiking trail is tough and up hill towards Chhumrong village, which is fascinating and unique another Gurung village. This is the gateway of Annapurna base camp and lies on the lap of the massive Annapurna.
As soon as you finish your lunch, the trail goes steeps down all the way to Kimrong Khola, cross the bridge. The trail ascends to Sinuwa which takes, a couple of hours. Best place to spend the night with great views.
Distance cover- 12 km.
Estimated trekking time- 6 hrs.
Altitude gain- 328 m.
Meals: Full board plan
Accommodation: Guest House/Tea House
Day 05: Sinuwa Trek to Deurali, 3,200 m./10,496 ft./14 km./6 hrs
Walking through lush greenery of Rhododendron and Bamboo forest to the bank of the Modi River. Continuing on the trail, you will have a first stop at Bamboo a small settlement by Bamboo dense forest. The trek leads you towards to Dovan with the picturesque landscapes and rolling Modi river. You will be having another stop for hot tea/coffee at Himalaya and continuing your journey towards to Deurali for the tranquil night.
Distance cover- 14 km.
Estimated trekking time- 7 hrs.
Altitude gain- 860 m.
Meals: Full board plan
Accommodation: Guest House/ Tea House
Day 06: Deurali Trek to Annapurna Sanctuary 4,130 m./13,546 ft./9 km./5 hrs.
Deurali is located on the lap of the massive Annapurna Himalaya, just above the tree line. After fuel up with hearty breakfast, you will begin your journey to Machhapuchre Base camp takes about 3 hrs. the path is terrain, and alpine landscape. You will have a Lunch break at MBC. After the lunch, continuous your journey to Annapurna Sanctuary/Annapurna base camp is very close from MBC, however, due to the elevation you will be walking very slowly on the well-maintained path. Once you reached Annapurna base camp then you will have a great chance to experience the mesmerizing view of the Himalayas including Annapurna I, Machhapuchre, and many more. It is a Natural amphitheater surrounded by Himalayan ranges. After Dinner, enjoy with moonlight and twinkling stars!
Distance cover- 9 km.
Altitude gain-930 m.
Estimated trekking time- 5 hrs.
Accommodation: Guest House/Tea House
Meals: Full Board Plan
Day 07: Annapurna Sanctuary Trek back to Dovan 14 km. | 7 hrs. | 2,500 m./8,200 ft.
Today wake up early morning about 5 am and enjoy the sunrise view, the sunlight changes its mountain color into Gold and white in the noon, and after looking around trek back to Dovan. The way to Dovan is all downhill and takes about 6 to 7 hours. Walking downhill will be easier and quicker due to the air pressure.
Distance cover- 14 km.
Altitude desent-1630 m.
Estimated trekking time- 7 hrs.
Accommodation: Guest House/Tea House
Meals: Full Board Plan
Day 08: Dovan Trek to Jhinu Danda-1,780 m./5,838 ft./ 14 km./6 hrs.
Today you will be walking mostly downhill until Bamboo and uphill to Sinuwa and descend to Chumrung Khola and up to Chumrung in the shadows of Rhododendron forest and Bamboo forest. Chhumrung to Jhinu Danda is a short downhill that takes about one hour then take a room and head to Natural Hot Spring for the bathe. Enjoy your n=bathe at Hot Spring and enjoy your evening at Jhinu danda.
Distance cover- 14 km.
Altitude descent- 720 m.
Estimated trekking time- 6 hrs.
Accommodation: Guest House/Tea House
Meals: Full Board Plan
Day 09: Trek to Birethanti/Nayapul and drive to Pokhara (4 km. walking and 52 km. drive to Pokhara)
Today is the last day of your trek in the Mountains, Trek about 3 hour to Birethanti/Nayapul and take a bus/ car to Pokhara. Arrive and check into the Hotel and enjoy Pokhara!
Distance cover- 46 km.
Altitude descent- 970 m.
Estimated trekking time- 4 hrs./drive 1:30 min.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 10: Fly back to Kathmandu- Air distance 142 km./88 miles
Thrilling half an-hour scenic flight over the majestic mountain, lakes, and stunning landscapes of Nepal. Several flights are available throughout the day. The flight starts from 7 am till 8 pm, different airline operate this scenic flights. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, transfer to the hotel for the comfortable and pleasant overnight. Evening, enjoy together with farewell dinner!
Air distance cover- 142 km./88 miles
Journey time- 30 min.
Meals- Breakfast/Dinner
Accommodation- Hotel
Day 11: Final departure 6 km./30 min. drive
Today is the final day of your Nepal adventure. Global Adventure company will drop you at Kathmandu International Airport for your final departure at your preferred time.
Distance cover- 6 km.
Journey time- 30 min.
Meals- Breakfast