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annapurnaBase Camp Itinerary

A trekking experience that blows the mind!

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What's inside?

Why trek with EverTrek? 3

Customer reviews 4

Trip overview 5

Your itinerary 6

Equipment list 16

Extend your adventure 18

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Why trek with eveRtrek?

We get it – travel’s a big decision. It’s not every day you fly across the world to wander the streets of Thamel in Kathmandu or enjoy a dreamy Everest sunrise.But for us, it’s been our everyday for the past two decades (yes, we’re old). Let’s just say we know what travellers really want as we have been there: a balance of inclusions and free time, a mix of classic highlights and local secrets you won’t find on Google. And of course, an authentic real life experience.

Great customer feedback

We have over 100 online reviews for our Nepal treks, with an average satisfaction rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. We know how to get you to destinations like Mt Everest and have a 95% success rate on our high altitude treks which is way above the industry standard 60%.

Excellent local trekking guides

We only use local experienced guides, some with over 15 years’ experience of leading customers to places like Mt Everest. Their local knowledge and understanding of the often changeable mountain conditions is second to none. As we use local guides, this means that the vast majority of your money will go straight to the destination and help build employment and grow the local economy. What finer way to visit a country than knowing you will be supporting its local communities whilst also enjoying yourself at the same time.

We’re personal

As a smaller company we are able to remain customer focused and provide you with a far more personalised service than our larger competitors. We pride ourselves on our personal, approachable service, from your initial enquiry all the way through to the small, but essential details.

We also understand the need for balance. Time is your most precious resource, especially on a trip like an Everest trek. That’s why our trips are built with balance in mind. A little group time, a little you time – the way it should be.

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Core values

This is our way of life and we love what we do! EverTrek was created with an undisputed passion for discovery and adventure and the desire to share our knowledge and experiences with others. We can’t think of anything better than helping people get out of their comfort zone, fulfil their dreams and tick things of their Bucket List!

“Overjoyed with my recent trip to EBC.”I can’t praise Evertrek enough. From the 1st day I contacted Andy he has

been amazing. Offering fantastic advice & tips before my trip. Hotel, guides & transfers in Kathmandu were spot on. Biggest credit has to go to the guide & sherpa who take care of you every step of the way. Thank you Evertrek!

Donna Brown

“The guides were truly amazing, professional and were always on-hand to look after us.”

Thanks guys for the experience of a lifetime. What can I say about Evertrek! Simply brilliant. From the moment we spoke with Andy and signed up it was all taken care of. The guides were

truly amazing, professional and were always on-hand to look after us. Listen, this is a tough challenge but it’s well within the reach of most of you out there considering the possibility. I’ve

kept myself pretty fit all my life (63 years young) but trying to keep up with my sons was, at times, pushing my limits. The scenery is so beautiful it becomes an emotional challenge at times.

We did Kilimanjaro a few years ago - Base Camp blows that away completely. However, you need to be in the best hands and we were. Our guides, Rahul and Krishna were meticulous in making

sure we were looked after every step of the way and needless to say we have become friends for life. I cannot recommend EverTrek highly enough. Don’t think about this for too long - just do it. They’ll get there and you’ll never forget the experience. So,as soon as I have some pics ready

I’ll upload and share but please do not hesitate to contact me while I’m still flying through thin air!!! Thanks again Andy and EverTrek.

Alan Irwin

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tRip overView

Annapurna Base Camp, undoubtedly, is one of the best viewpoints in the world. It probably is the only place, where you can feast your eyes on the dramatic view of amphitheatre-shaped massif -‘The Annapurna Massif’.

This 55 kilometer long massif containing one peak over 8000 meters, 13 peaks over 7000 meters and 16 peaks over 6000 meters is simply one of the best creations of nature.

The view of the panorama includes: Annapurna South, Bahara Shikar, Annapurna I, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre, Hiun Chuli and views of the other sister peaks from base camp making it very much enticing.

This Annapurna Base Camp trek, which is beautifully accompanied by the amazing variety of terrain including, lowland pastures, bamboo and rhododendron forests, alpine scrubs and the culturally and artistically rich hillside villages will give you a life changing experience.

Starting in Nayapul, we walk all the way through Tikhedhunga, Ulleri, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Chhomrong and Deurali to the Annapurna Base Camp. The clockwise route continues through Bamboo, Jhinu Hot Spring, Landuk and ends at Pothana.

This package guarantees the benefits of all meals and accommodation during the trek with bed and breakfast, before and after the trek. The sightseeing tour of all the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu and some special places in Pokhara are also included in the package.

expeRience NeededThe Annapurna Base Camp Trek is suitable for keen walkers/trekkers who are able to walk for 4 – 5 hours in a day, with a light rucksack.

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Day 1: Arrival day (1,300m/4,264ft)

Welcome to Kathmandu – the capital city of Nepal. Today is your first day with EverTrek. We will send one of our company representatives to pick you up at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). Today, we also have our welcome dinner.

Meals included: Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Nepali food, Cultural music and Ethnic dance.)

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Day 2: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Kathmandu valley, is a place of numerous natural, cultural and historical sites. Therefore, today, we take you on a day tour around Kathmandu. After your tour, we again meet for a few hours to finalize your clothing and trekking gear (down jacket, trekking boots, sleeping bags etc.) required during the trek. The night will be spent at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals included: Breakfast

(Highlights of the day: World Heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square (a historical structure offering architectural wonders), the Pashupatinath temple (a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva- lord possessing the power of destruction), Swyambhunath and Boudhanath (a Buddhist shrine dedicated to Lord Buddha - Light of Asia.)

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Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft)

6-7 hours

Today, in the morning our guides will come to pick you up at your hotel and escort you to the bus station to catch an early morning, comfortable tourist bus to Pokhara. The bus will head towards the west of Kathmandu Valley and continue the journey towards the western part of Nepal following the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli river. The bus will stop twice – one for breakfast and one for lunch and then continue until we reach Pokhara. The evening can be utilized to explore the lake area. The night will be spent at a 3* standard hotel in Pokhara.

Meals included: Breakfast

(Highlights of the day: Comfortable tourist bus, windy highway along the Trisuli River, breathtaking view of waterfalls, rivers, jungles, hamlets higher up on the hills, terraced fields with seasonal crop, different vegetations, curious faces of people running motels, restaurants and lodges, Lake area in Pokhara.)

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4Day Day 4: Drive to Nayapul & trek to Tikhadhunga (1,540m/5,052ft)

By bus 2 hours & 4-5 hours walking

Today is the first day of the trek and our destination is Tikhedhunga. First we drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. On reaching Nayapul after two hours drive, the luggage is prepared for the porters. After a short pre-trek preparation the ultimate walk starts following the south bank of the Modi River towards Birethanti. In Birethanti, we complete the check in formalities at the ACAP office, then the trail leads us towards Bhurungdi Khola, pass Lamdawali, Sudame and Hile, a few waterfalls and finally all the way up to Tikhedhunga after about two hours walk. The night will be spent at a lodge in Tikhedhunga.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: view of Machhapuhhre and Annapurna, Modi River, waterfalls, countryside villages.)

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Day 5: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (3,194m/10,479ft)

6-7 hours

Today is the second day of the trek and our destination is Ghorepani. A long uphill climb through more than 3000 stone steps will finally take us to Ulleri. A gentle ascent from here through the Rhododendron and Oak forest, passing Banthanti and Nangge Thanti will finally take us to the destination of the day, Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a gateway to Poon Hill, which is the best sunrise view point in the Annapurna region. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghorepani.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day:  Thousands of stone steps, Ulleri – a large Magar village which offers magnificent view of Annapurna South and Himchuli, rhododendron and Oak forest of the conservation area, spectacular view of Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri from Ghorepani,  health posts, schools, police check post, Stupas, temple and internet cafes at Ghorepani along with chilly weather.)

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6Day Day 6: Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani (2,590m/8,497ft)

5-6 hours

Today is the third day of the trek and our destination is Tadapani. Today we wake up earlier than usual to catch the first ray of the sun striking the mountains. For this, we hike up to Poon Hill (3,193m), enjoy the view of sunrise, spend some time taking snaps and get back to the lodge at Ghorepani. From here, the trail heads east, passing Deurali pass and Ban Thanti towards Thulo Odar Kharka through rhododendron forests. From here, a steep descent and a short climb will finally take us to Tadapani. The night will be spent at a lodge in Tadapani.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: magnificent view of sunrise, close up view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range with 20 other highest peaks of the world from Poon Hill, distant view of the Mustang, and Pokhara from Ghorepani, Deurali Pass, rhododendron forest and several waterfalls on the way to Tadapani.)

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Day 7: Tadapani to Sinuwa (2,340m/7,677ft)

6-7 hours

Today is the fourth day of the trek and our destination is Sinuwa. From Tadapani a steep descent through the rhododendron forest will lead us towards the suspension bridge passing perfect terraced fields and a few waterfalls. We cross the suspension bridge over Kimrong River, walk a few miles up and downhill passing Taulung to reach Chhomrong, which is a beautiful Gurung village situated on the lap of the giant Annapurna massif. Leaving this beautiful village we descend following the stone steps trail, cross the bridge across Chhomrong River and finally climb up to Sinuwa.  The night will be spent at a lodge in Sinuwa.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Rhododendron forest, terraced fields, waterfalls, Kimrong and Chhomrong river and a suspension bridge across these rivers, Chhomrong Village- a beautiful Gurung village, Gurung lifestyle.)

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8Day Day 8: Sinuwa to Deurali (3,230m/10,597ft)

6 hours

Today is the fifth day of the trek and our destination is Deurali. We start with an easy walk from Sinuwa that continues till Bamboo passing Kuldhigar. Then a long steep stone staircase will talk us to Dobhan crossing a suspension bridge. The trail is accompanied by Bamboo, Rhododendron and Oak forest. Then a steep climb continues through the valley towards Himalaya and  Hinku cave and finally we reach Deurali. The night will spent at a lodge in Deurali.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Bamboo, Rhododendron and Oak forest, waterfall, temples, Hinku Cave.)

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Day 9: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,549ft)

5 hours

Today is the sixth day of the trek and we finally reach the actual destination of the trek,  the Annapurna Base Camp. A gentle climb through the trail along the Modi Khola will first take us to Bagar. From Bagar a strenuous hike will first take us to the base camp of Machhapuchhre (3,700m). After resting here for about an hour taking snaps and enjoying the view of Machhapuchhre along with other snow capped peaks towering above 7000 and 8000 meter, we follow a wide trail that leads us to Annapurna Sanctuary. We then finally reach our destination, the South Annapurna Base Camp that greets us with 360 degree vista of snow covered peaks. The night will be spent at a lodge in Annapurna Base Camp.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: 360 view of snow capped peaks, including Machhapuchhre, Gandharwa Chuli, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and Patal Hiun Chuli, view of other sibling peaks, and the view of Annapurna South Glacier.)

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10Day Day 10: Base Camp to Bamboo. (2,340m/7,677ft)

6 hours

Today is the seventh day of the trek and our destination is Bamboo. After enjoying the mighty Annapurna Sanctuary, we retrace the same trail that drops down to Bagar, Deurali, Dobhan and finally to Bamboo passing temples, cave, waterfall and finally across the bridge through the same rhododendron, oak and bamboo forest. The night will be spent at a lodge in Bamboo.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Bamboo, Rhododendron and Oak forest, waterfall, temples, Hinku Cave and extraordinary landscape.)

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Day 11: Bamboo to Jhinu (1,780m/5,839ft)

5 hours

Today is the eighth day of the trek and our destination is Jhinu Danda. We first walk up to Kuldighar and then  retrace down to Chhomrong passing Sinuwa. From Chhomrong a vertical downhill walk will finally take us to Jhinu Danda. About 15-20 mins downhill walk from Jhinu Danda will take us to a hot spring bathing pool where we relax our tired muscles. The night will be spent at a lodge in Jhinu Danda.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: uphill and downhill trail accompanied by bamboo, rhodendron and oak forest, hot spring bath at Jhinu Danda.)

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12Day Day 12: Jhinu to Pathana (1,890m/6,200ft)

5-6 hours

Today is the tenth day of the trek and our destination is Pothana. From Landruk enjoy the view of whitewashed stone houses and temple, walking on the stone staircase to the bottom of the hill at Bhaisekharka. Then a vertical climb through the forest will take us to Pitam Deurali from where you can enjoy the farewell view of Annapurna South and Hiun Chuli. From here, following the stone paved trail, we walk down to Pothana. The night will be spent at a lodge in Pothana.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Views of whitewashed houses, temples, stone paved trail and the view of Annapurna South and Hiun Chuli) waterfall, temples, Hinku Cave and extraordinary landscape.)

Day 13: Pathana to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft)

3 hours

Today is the last day of the trek and our destination is Pokhara. We start from Pothana and then an easy walk will take us to Dhampus village. From Dhmpus village, the trail drops down to Phedi passing a small lake. From Phedi we drive to Pokhara. The evening can be spent either with the crew member or exploring the city. The night will be spent at a 3* standard hotel in Pokhara.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Dhampus village, lake, and a scenic drive to Pokhara and lake side and night life in Pokhara.)

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Day 14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, (1,300m/4,264 ft)

6-7 hours

Today, from Pokhara we catch a tourist standard bus to Kathmandu. Leaving Pokhara we head east toward the capital city, Kathmandu. After 7 hours of drive all the way through Prithvi Highway, we reach Kathmandu. On reaching Kathmandu you will be escorted to your hotel, where you can freshen up and rest for some time. Around the evening, the company representatives conduct a short meeting to discuss the trip, your experience and the feedback. By the time dinner will also be ready. The night will be spent at a 3* standard hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Day 15: Departure day

This day is the last day of your trip in Nepal with EverTrek. If your flight is scheduled early morning, then one of our company representatives will escort you to the airport as per your flight departure time. But, if the flight is scheduled later in the evening, you can go shopping and collect a few mementos or simply hang around shopping areas in Kathmandu.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

(Highlights of the day: Views of whitewashed houses, temples, stone paved trail and the view of Annapurna South and Hiun Chuli) waterfall, temples, Hinku Cave and extraordinary landscape.)

(The usual day for a trek: Every day, our guides will come to wake you up at around 7:00-7:30am. In case of special days like sunrise viewing days our guides will wake you up early in the morning at around 4-4:30am. A western breakfast like porridge, oats, toasts, etc. Will be served at around 8:00-8:30am. The lunch will be served from a teahouse menu at about 12-1pm. However, the lunch time can also be postponed on request. The dinner will be served at around 8:30-9:00pm. Your accommodation is arranged at a lodge or a 3* hotel (subject to availability) where we stop for overnight.

Trip finished

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equipment listOver the years, we have gained an incredible amount of experience and expertise in outdoor equipment and clothing. We have applied this to each trip that we offer and recommend what we believe to be the most suitable items for your trip. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 15 kgs. It is possible to leave clothes or other items not required on trek at the group hotel.

We suggest you bring the following Items:

Hiking boots

Socks

Trekking trousers

Underwear

Baselayer shirts

Fleece jacket or warm jumper

Waterproof jacket

Warm Down Jacket

Sunhat/Warm hat/Beanie

Neck Buff

Sunglasses

Thermal gloves

Warm and waterproof gloves or mittens

Headtorch and spare batteries

Sun protection

Water bottles 1 Litre x2

Washbag and toiletries

Toilet paper (you can also buy this in the lodges if necessary)

Antibacterial handwash

Travel towel

Selection of dry bags (to keep trek bag contents dry)

Small padlock (to lock trek bag)

Daypack roughly 30 litres

Sleeping bag (comfort rated –10ºC)*

Basic First Aid Kit including: antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), altitude (Diamox), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Glucose tablets and multi-vitamin tablets are also a good idea.

The following items are optional:

Trekking poles

Trainers or similar for use in the lodges

Spare laces

Shorts

Long johns (thermal underwear)

Gaiters

Sleeping bag liner

Ear plugs (particularly if you are not the one snoring)

Travel clothes

Camera

Pen-knife (remember to pack sharp objects in hold baggage)

Repair kit (eg. needle, thread, duct tape)

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When booking your trip with Bucket List Adventure Travel, you will be able to Book ‘Add On’s’ on our booking gateway.

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5 days From £350 per person

The jungles of southern Nepal are an interesting counterpoint to trekking in the foothills or the high Himalaya. We provide a stay in a comfy lodge and a relaxing base for a wildlife safari and cultural village experience. During a Jungle Safari you will be accompanied by an expert guide on safari by jeep by boat and on foot.

Everest Mountain Flight

1 Day From £225 per person

The Everest mountain flight is an hour long early morning flight in Kathmandu to the high Himalayan range to the north east of Nepal. Views of Mount Everest (8,850 meters) & other peaks in the surrounding area. Re-trace your steps, this time by air.

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