ABC trek is Nepal's spectacular diversity that appears at its finest set through forest, villages, terraced fields, deep valleys, and high mountains encircling this tour. The giant Annapurna Mountains embrace the prime Himalayan cultures and terrain, from subtropical jungle to the higher dry landscape of the Mountains. ABC Trek is a moderate trekking in western Nepal on the south face of the Annapurna Himalayan sanctuary. The Annapurna base camp trekking has a breathtaking overwhelming landscape. Annapurna base camp trekking is significant for rhododendron lovers, the deep lap of higher mountains with bedding glaciers, geologists, and flora and fauna researchers/lovers. Visiting once into this area once is never enough in a lifetime. While you are there the massive mountains stand like a universal mirror in front of you. You will be greeted all the way through with smiling mountains because the upper side wall is full of massive mountains and enormous glaciers on the lower side. Every step of this trekking makes valuable and unforgettable your holidays in the mountains. We are sure, trekkers can experience many things within a short time voyage in this area. Entering into the deep Himalayan valley to Annapurna base camp (4200mtr) via heavy tropical rhododendron forest, the best viewpoint Pun Hill (3200m) will be a lifetime unforgettable Himalayan Trekking.
Itinerary
Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, greet with a marigold garland flower, and transfer to your hotel and free time.
We drive along the Prithvi highway through the famous Trisuli River bank. Or take the domestic flight of 35 minutes to Pokhara. Overnight at a good hotel on B/B planning in Pokhara
We should take a private Jeep from Pokhara because local Jeeps are driving only according to their schedule also they are not frequent. That does not suit our time and destination. The Jeep drives us to the ending point of the road at Banthanti then the trek starts through a den rhododendron forest via Nangethanti to the beautiful Ghorepani village (2800m) overnight at a nice hotel with a warm fire-heating dining room.
Wake up early in the morning and hike for one hour up to Poonhill through the rhododendron forest for a magnificent sunrise view over the mountains. Poonhill is one of the regionally dominant viewpoints, Mt. Annapurna (I) 8031m, Dhaulagiri 8,167m, Manaslu 8,163m and relatively Annapurna south, Himchuli, Fishtail, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Lamjung Himal, Gurja Himal, Nilgiri Himal, Tilicho Himal, Dhampush peak are panoramically visible. The beautiful landscape with horizontal meadows and Kaligandaki Valley widely appears. Descend to the hotel from the viewpoint for breakfast and start trekking through the deep forest until you reach Banthanti. You can stop anywhere for lunch in Banthanti. It may take about an hour to reach Tadapani village bounded by gorgeous beautiful forests. Trekkers will have a magnificent view of Annapurna South, Mt. Fishtail, and Annapurna III from Tadapani. Overnight at local lodge.
Descending through the rhododendron forest to a small settlement at Chuile and then over many stone staircases until Kimrung Khola. Cross the river over a suspension bridge and follow the gentle up-and-down trail until Chhomrong Gurung village. Make a lunch break at Chhomrong with its magical Mountain View, after lunch, it descends again via hundreds of stone staircases to the River and crosses a suspension bridge. The path gently climbs uphill to the other side of the valley through bamboo, rhododendrons, and oak forests. We ascend again from Modi Khola to Sinuwa. Overnight at a lodge in Sinuwa
We ascend through rhododendron, bamboo, and hemlock forests decorated with orchids and ferns. From Khuldi, the trail is downhill on a steep and slippery stone stairway into the deep bamboo village. Then, the path crosses tributary rivers on narrow bridges, several waterfalls, and a small settlement in Dovan. We ascend on a stony trail through the forest and Himalayan lodge then up to a steep hike to the Hinku cave. The Hinku cave is an ancient pasture shelter. Cross the glacier stream ahead of the cave and follow rocky gentle climbing until you arrive at Deurali. Overnight at a local lodge.
Ahead of Deurali, there are avalanche areas. During winter or heavy snowing time, it is dangerous to cross through there so trekkers must cross the stream and escape to the other side that ascend through birch and bamboo forest. We continue to move uphill, pass over a moraine, and go downhill to a stream. Then, short ascends lead us to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m). We keep ascending uphill on the moraines of South Annapurna Glacier until we reach Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). There is a marvelous view of the south face of Annapurna rising above the sanctuary to the northwest. In the Noon, we will move towards the prayer-flags-wrapped viewpoint to enjoy the breathtaking view of the mountains and the surrounding glacier. Overnight at a lodge
Wake up very early in the morning for a sunrise view over the Massive Mountains. The sunrise will make the whole valley golden outline. See the massive icefall and glacier and wide contour of the Annapurna Himalayas. Visit some monuments of mountaineers who lost their lives during the expedition. Start your returning trek via the same trail you scaled up through Deurali, Himalaya, Dovan to Bamboo. Overnight at lodge
Ascend on the rocky trail through the bamboo and rhododendron forest until Khuldi and then short descend through the rhododendron and bamboo forest to Sinuwa. Keep descending to Chhomrong Khola cross the suspension bridge and walk over on hundreds of stone staircases up to Chhomrong the oldest Gurung village. Make your lunch with fantastic views of mountains and your retracing way. Then again descend about one hour to Jhinuwa Danda.
There is a natural hot spring with swimming pools. You can have a natural spring bath massage to relax your tired body. However, it is 30 minutes away from the hotel and need to pay little entrance fees.
After breakfast, cross a long suspension bridge and climb 5 minutes above the bridge side for the Jeep. Your private Jeep will be waiting for you there and drive to Pokhara. You will arrive in Pokhara by Noon and take some free time to see around Phewa Lake, Lakeside, and Baraha Temple or hang into the restaurant or souvenir shopping
Drive back to KTM by Tourist bus along Prithvi highway or take a short flight from Pokhara. If you drive out it takes almost a day long but taking a flight preserves your time to explore Kathmandu as well
TestimonialsWhat our Traveler say
Professionnel & excellent relationnel
Sangha nous a été conseillé par un ami trekkeur français. Il parle plusieurs langues parfaitement. C’est un guide exceptionnel qui gère d’une main de maître toute la logistique & ce, avec un sourire permanent affiché sur le visage. Il sait s’adapter à vos besoins ou vos difficultés & vous proposer un trek à l’image de vos possibilités ou envies du moment. Il est attentif & à l’écoute. C’est une personne rassurante et enjouée qui fait l’unanimité auprès des gens, il adore discuter & partager avec ses compatriotes , avec ses pairs & avec les étrangers. Bienveillant, humble & simple, nous ne pensions pas trouver autant de qualités auprès d’un guide.Mention spéciale pour son frère Rudra qui fut notre porteur & qui, lui aussi nous a convaincus. Beaucoup de respect et d’amour entre ces 2 frères. Rudra est plus discret mais très agréable & connaît la montagne mieux que personne. Pour un prochain voyage, ce sera avec eux qu’on souhaite découvrir d’autres magnifiques itinéraires. On les a adorés & adoptés. Il y a beaucoup de coeur chez ces 2-là.
