Annapurna base camp family trek is a easy family Hiking in Nepal
The Annapurna Base Camp family Trek, also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, is a popular moderate trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Annapurna base camp family trek is a great option for families looking for an adventure in the Himalayas. This trek offers a chance to explore the beautiful Gurung village, mountain scenery, and vivid landscapes inside the Annapurna conservation area with your loved ones. The trek is designed to be suitable for families with children, and the itinerary can be customized to suit the needs of your family. It is considered a moderate trek and typically takes around 8-14 days to complete from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. This Annapurna base camp trek goes through the Ghorepani which is one of the best viewpoints to see the Annapurna Himalayan ranges as well.
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Annapurna Base Camp trek facts
Trek Name | Annapurna Base Camp trek |
|---|---|
| Duration: | 9 days trek, 2 days in Kathmandu 2 days in Pokhara but this can be up and down as per your time frame |
| Max. elevation: | 4130 Meter, Annapurna Base Camp Trek |
| Start | Naya Pul, Pothana, Ghandruk |
| Ends | Naya Pul, Pothana |
| Difficulty | moderate |
| Best Time | Spring and Autumn Season |
| Permits: | TIMS and ACCAP Permits |
| Accommodation | Tea House |
Annapurna base camp family trek highlights
- A scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara or flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. You can see the northern Himalayan range while driving or flying to Pokhara. If you drive you would also see the people doing rafting on the Trisuli River
- Pleasurable time in Pokhara, You can enjoy the Pokhara because this is a beautiful city which is peaceful as well as beautiful because of its locality. The city is located on the bank of Phewa lake.
- Enjoyable drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, you will see the panoramic view of Annapurna Range
- local people and their cultures on the way to Ulleri, you can see hile, Sudame and Ramghai, you will able to get to know some about the local cultures and traditions.
- You can see the traditional Gurung Village such as a Ghandruk and Chomrong, You will get to know about the Gurung people and their bravery on Gorkha Soldiers
- trekkers can see Uncountable mountain peaks from Poon Hill, Tadapani and Even from base camp as well. The Highlighted mountain is Annapurna I and Dhaulagiri 8167 Meter and many other high peaks.
- Pleasurable jungle walk, from Sinuwa to Himalaya, sometimes you can see the Himalayan Thar and uncountable monkeys.
- Hot springs in Jhinu Danda to enjoy the last day or the trek
Annapurna base camp family trek itinerary
Annapurna base camp family trek itinerary is mentioned here below
- Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu and trekking preparation
Me or Staff from NTH Welcome you in Kathmandu International Airport then together you will transfer to your hotel. We will discus and help you to prepare for the trek. - Day 02: Drive to Pokhara 7-8 hours or Fly 30 Minutes
We take the tourist bus from Kathmandu tourist bus park to go Pokhara, the tourist bus leaves 7 o clock in the morning. They stop for 3 times while the drive for Breakfast, lunch and toilet breaks. This journey takes 7-8 hours. If you fly it just 30 minutes. - Day 03: Drive from Pokhara then trek to Ulleri 1960 Meters, 6-7 Hours
You will go through the private vehicle from Pokhara to Nayapul, During the drive, you can see magnificent Annapurna range, Fishtail and Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal. You can also see how local do their traditional farming while driving, it takes 1.30 hours to 2 hours to reach in Nayapool. From here you start the trek. The permit checking office will check your permit in Birethanti, You will trek through the bank of the small river until you reach to Tikhedunga then climb 2 hours to reach ulleri. - Day 04: Ulleri to Ghorepani 2875 Meters, 12-15 KM, 6-7 Hours
The trek starts from climbing the stairs to Banthanti. from Banthanti the trail goes through inside the forest, the stairs are very less until we climb to Nangethanti. Nangethati is a lunch place where we do lunch, a place located inside the forest is relaxing. After lunch, we need to walk 1 hour further to reach Ghorepani - Day 05: Ghorepani to Tadapani 2675 Meters, 15-18 KM, 6-7 Hours
Early in the morning, we go to see the sunrise over the mountain from Poon Hill 3210 Meter. when you back to Ghorepani, you will do breakfast. Heaving breakfast you start your trek. Today trek is fantastic cause you to walk through the ridge of the hill until deurali, you can taste the local cheese of this place, the trails descent down until the river before Tadapani. From here you need to climb 30 minutes to Tadapani. - Day 06: Tadapani to Chomrong 2170 Meters, 12-15 KM, 6-7 Hours
We need to go down a lot today. Tadapani is the top of the hill, We need to go down Gurjung which takes around 2 hours, after crossing the bridge the trail slowly climb up until you reach to chomrong, You spend your 1 night here. - Day 07: Chomrong to Himalaya 2900 Meters, 17-23 Km, 8-9 Hours
Following the bank of Modi river, we trek towards north valley. the trail passes the big forest and bamboo bushes. You can see some wildlife if you are lucky enough. We will do lunch at Dovan before we reach to Himalaya. From Himalaya the trails goes upstream of the rivers till the Hincu Cave. Hincu cave to Deurali it takes 15 Minutes. - Day 08: Himalaya Hotel to Annapurna base camp 4130 Meters, 14-16 KM, 5-6 Hours
We trek up to Machhapurche base camp through the bank of Modi river, and bottom of Fishtail mountain, This is quite a dangerous area because of an avalanche, Bagar is a place where most of the time avalanche falls. Aftercrossing the bagar you will reach to MBC. Together with the glance of the great himalayas you walk till the base of the Mt Annapurna which is known as a Annapurna base camp. - Day 09: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo 2600 Meters, 24-28 KM, 8-9 Hours
You will see the spectacular view of the mountain ranges from the Annapurna base camp and sunrise on it. Heaving the breakfast we go decends down to Dovan for lunch and further trek to Bamboo. - Day 10: Bamboo to Jhinu 1400 Meters, 10-12KM, 5-6 Hours
As we leave the bamboo we climb a bit then straight walk until Sinuwa. From Sinuwa we can see Jhinu. Descending down to Chomrong river then climb to Chomrong we again go down to Jhinu. A hot spring pool is here. you can enjoy the day in the hot spring. - Day 11: Jhinu to Pokhara
This is our last day, as we cross the bridge we climb a bit then head to Kiumi, from here you will take the jeep to reach in Pokhara. - Day 12: Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus
- Day 13: Your departure day
Annapurna base camp trek cost includes
- Kathmandu international airport transfer by private vehicles.
- 2 night’s twin sharing on tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu
- Meals on full board: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner each day during the trekking days
- Guest house basis trekking accommodation while on trekking days
- Tourist Bus transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu for guest and guide.
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local guide and each 2 guest 1 Porter basis
- Langtang National park permits
- Seasonal Fruits in the Desert after Dinner
- First Aid Box
- TIMS Permit
- All land transportation as per written on above itinerary
- Food and accommodation and salary of Nepali trekking staffs
Cost excludes
- Nepal entry visa fee cost US$ 40.
- Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu and Pokhara city.
- Any kinds of battery charges, laundry service, phone calls and hot shower during the trekking.
- Personal trekking equipment and Clothing.
- Personal nature expenses, any drinks and bar bills.
- Your travel insurance (it is mandatory in case of emergency).
- Any donation and monuments entrance fees.
- Tips for the crew (Note : TIPS is not compulsory but highly expected)
- Any other things which are not mentioned above
Frequently asked question Regarding Annapurna base camp family trek faq
Below we have mentioned some question regarding Annapurna base camp family trek faq, that are asked by frequent hikers/traveler before they do Annapurna base camp trek. you can get basic information from here, however if it still does not satisfy your question please ask question to us
When is the best season to do Annapurna Base camp family trek?
October to November is best season to do Annapurna base camp trek. In this time the weather is very good, clear sky for whole day so you can see mountain very clearly. On this time you can also see the rice filed. The second best season is March and April because this time The rhododendron flower bloom.
How long we have to walk per day, and how difficult it is?
Trekkers are required to walk 6-7 hours during the trek days. It is not that very difficult but you need to climb stairs often.
What kind of accommodation do we get
These are tea houses, very basic sometimes you get attached bathroom too but it is not that luxurious however you can adjust it.
Is there WIFI service in Annapurna base camp trek
Most of the tea house have already set up wifi but this wifi are so slow, in some place you won’t find wifi.
Is there Hot Shower during the trek?
Yes, Tea house provide hot shower, some time solar some time Gas Shower as well, they charge you per shower, per head.
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