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Trips 
Nepal
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
The Annapurna Base Camp (or "ABC"), encircled
by numerous giant snow peaks such Annapurna I (8091-m), Annapurna South
(7273-m), Annapurna Fang (7647-m), and Machhapuchhare (6997-m), has
one of the most spectacular mountain settings in the Himalayas.
This
is probably the most popular trek in Nepal and with its combination
of moderate walking and outstanding mountain views, especially at Poon
Hill and the BC itself, this is a good introductary trek to the Nepal
Himalaya.
Our 13-day trek contours the Modi Khola River on ancient footpaths
among steeply terraced rice paddies and through the timeless villages
of Nepal’s Gurung and Tamang clans. Views of the "fishtail"
spire of Machapuchare and the snowy Annapurnas delight us along the
way, and once inside this photogenic mountain sanctuary, we have a full
day to explore its glacier wilds from our camp at Annapurna South Base
Camp.
Highlights
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Trek from lowland subtropical rice paddies to Himalayan
glaciers
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Breathtaking panoramas of the mighty Annapurnas
and sacred Machapuchare
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Refreshing encounters with the friendly Gurung
and Tamang hill people as trails wind through their timeless villages
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Paced for maximum acclimatization and comfort.
Included
- Airport transfers and all local land transport arrangement
- Full accommodation arrangement ( hotels in Thamel & Pokhara, and tea-houses during the trek ) with daily breakfasts
- All meals during trek
- National park / conservation area fees
- English speaking guide together with local porters for carriage of clients' big packs
- All expenses & insurance for guides and porters.
- Complimentary use of sleeping bags & down jackets
Excluded
- 2-way international economy class return airfares between Singapore & Kathmandu & associated airport & other taxes
- All internal/domestic flights
- Nepal entry tourist visa
- Meals (lunches & dinners) in the city (Thamel & Pokhara)
- Tipping & gratuities to guide & porters
- Personal travel insurance, pre-trip medical immunizations, and all expenses of a personal nature
- All others not mentioned above
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for a general description of what is provided in this organised trek
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Duration :18 days
Maximum Altitude : 4,130-m Base Camp with option
to ascend higher up to the surrounding ridges above the Sanctuary.
Grading
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| Group Size |
Price |
| 12 - 15 persons |
$ 1350 |
| 09 - 11 persons |
$ 1400 |
| 06 - 08 persons |
$ 1450 |
| 04 - 05 persons |
$ 1500 |
| 03 persons |
$ 1550 |
| 02 persons |
$ 1600 |
| * based on teahouse trek arrangement |
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Day 1
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Singapore - Kathmandu |
| Day 2 |
Kathmandu - free day to explore the city and do last-minute
shopping for the trek ahead. |
| Day 3 |
Journey to ABC begins with 7-hour drive from Kathmandu to
the lakeside town of Pokhara about 200km west of Kathmandu where
you may have your first glimpse of the beautiful Annapurnas peeking
through the horizon.
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| Day 4 - 16 |
We start our trek from nearby Nayapul up the
Modi Khola river / valley. If weather permits, we will be able to
catch the beautiful sunrise over the Annapurna & Daulagiri massifs
at Poon Hill after arriving at Ghorepani. Then the trail cuts through
thick bamboo and rhododendron forests onto the Annapurna glacier
to Annapurna South's Base Camp (4130m). At the base camp, we will
be rewarded with an outstanding 360 degree mountain panorama of
the surrounding peaks. When conditions are perfect, sunrises and
sunsets here turn into an incredible light show. We will have the
benefit of an additional day to explore the high ridges and glacier
at the Sanctuary. After all, the final aim of our trek is not about
getting there and then rushing back, but taking the time to see,
explore and enjoy every moment of our presence there.
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| Day 17 |
Pokhara - Kathmandu |
| Day 18 |
Kathmandu - Singapore |
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