Can we charge our battery in the Annapurna Base Camp?

It is possible to charge all the electronic gadgets in the Annapurna trek along with the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, for the couple starting days charging may be free, as the lower area is well sufficient with the electricity but as we trek higher lodges and tea houses use a solar panel for electricity. So the higher you hike charging gadgets cost some money but charging is possible in every area.

Where is Annapurna Trek situated/located?

Annapurna is one of the most popular regions situated in the landlocked country Nepal. Annapurna is not a particular place; it is a vast region with numerous trekking and hiking trails. Trekkers can trek in the Annapurna region from 1 day to 25 days depending upon their time and interest of the area. Annapurna is a diverse region varying from altitude to climate to landscape to habitation of people, making it one of the most popular trekking destinations for travellers with varied cultures and the mighty Himalayas above 8000 meters.

Where is Annapurna Base Camp situated?

Annapurna is a popular Himalaya of Nepal which lies in the Annapurna region. It is a Himalaya with an altitude of 8091 meters, trekkers trek to the base camp of Mt. Annapurna with their nominal pace which is 4130 meters. The easiest way to reach Annapurna Base Camp is from Pokhara which is also the gateway to Mt. Annapurna. Pokhara lies just 200km from the main city of Nepal which is Kathmandu. There is no international flight to Pokhara, so trekkers need to fly to Kathmandu international airport and take a domestic flight to Pokhara or drive to Pokhara.

How hard/difficult is to trek Annapurna Base Camp?

Annapurna Base Camp is one of the easiest treks to reach the base camp of Mt. Annapurna (8,091 meters) compared to the other base camp of the Himalayas above 8,000 meters. The trek starts from Pokhara (850 meters) leading us to the Base Camp (4,130 meters), this is an easy hike from camp to camp but with varied culture, landscape, and nature. Annapurna Base Camp Trek can be completed by any trekkers who are physically fit for 6 hours hike daily with frequent rest. So age and gender don’t matter for the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek.

How much does the Annapurna Base Camp Trek cost?

Trekking to the Annapurna region is not as expensive as compared to the Everest trek or the Everest region trek but the important factor is the duration of the entire trek. The more the duration the price goes accordingly, but not the worrying price. To know the price first, you need to confirm the number of days you are supposed to trek. The price to the Annapurna Base Camp can start from 500 USD to 1100 USD, it depends upon the number of days and also the facilities you would prefer while trekking along with the lodges/tea house, Wi-Fi, hot shower, etc. but the cheapest way to trek in any region of Nepal is joining a group, the more the number the less the price goes. If you don’t want to join a big group for privacy better to have at least two trekkers, this will minimize the cost required for your guide and porter and also in the Himalayas lodges/tea houses have two separate bed in every room, so trekkers need to share a room with someone else during the high trekking season.

Is Annapurna trek dangerous?

Annapurna trek includes numerous areas, it is a vast region named Annapurna. So firstly trekkers have to be conformed with the area they are supposed to trek in the Annapurna area, as the trek in the Annapurna region starts from a single day trek to multiple days trek and also the altitude varies from area to area trekkers want to trek. Among all the trekking in the Annapurna region, Annapurna Circuit or round Annapurna trek is regarded as a bit dangerous as compared to other areas of Annapurna trek. This is not dangerous always but during the winter sometimes there is heavy snowfall from 4000 meters which results in avalanches and also confusion with the trail. So, we always suggest trekkers have a guide while trekking in Nepal above 3500 meters. As the mountain region is not a crowded place, there are no sufficient notice boards to get information. So, if you follow the wrong trail, this can lead to a dangerous situation. Above all, the Annapurna trek is not a dangerous trek at all as compared to other treks as Everest or Dhaulagiri.

How long does Annapurna Base Camp Trek take?

Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek is one of the shortest treks to reach the base camp of the Himalayas above 8,000 meters in Nepal. It depends upon the physical condition of the trekkers as well to fix the duration of the trek, normally the ABC trek can last from 9 days to 14 days depending upon the route you are taking for the trek to accomplish. It depends upon the number of days any trekkers have, so trekkers can customize the trek accordingly. But to speak the truth Annapurna Base Camp can be completed in 9-10 days making the starting point from Kathmandu and ending in Kathmandu. This number of days will be one of the best Annapurna Base Camp Trek for you with nominal pace into the Himalayas.

Where to stay while trekking in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is self-sufficient with a number of hotels/lodges and tea houses. They have both attach toilet facilities in many areas but not everywhere but as you trek higher the number of lodges and tea houses is limited because of the conservation area. So pre-booking of the hotel is very important to avoid any difficulty to find lodges and tea house. This will be arranged by your guide and the company you are traveling by.

Can we do Annapurna Base Camp on our own?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a popular trekking destination for national as well as international tourists, every year thousands of trekkers travel into the Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp is a very popular trekking destination, but with a limited number of lodges and tea houses, due to the diversity of the trekking route sometimes solo trekkers may find difficulty in locating the right trail, and also the lodge is limited in number because Annapurna is a conserved area. It is possible to trek on your own but this may increase the factor of difficulty, so normally the government doesn’t recommend trekkers to trek without a registered agency and license guide.

How are the food and accommodation facilities in Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a short trek as compared to other base camp trek, the region itself is a conserved area. There are numerous numbers of lodges and tea houses in the trek but the number is limited as the altitude increase. Some tea houses provide attach toilet facilities as well but the lodges and tea houses are normal with two single beds in every room, so if you are solo trekkers sometimes you may need to share a room with other trekkers. The lodges and tea houses provide good food mainly local vegetables are served but non-vegetarian items may be imported for the nearby city Pokhara which means it may not be very fresh. Other foods which include pizza, burgers along with Indian, Continental, Chinese, etc are normally served in the tea houses.

Can we find Wi-Fi and Hot Shower Facilities in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is now modernized with the technology, trekkers can use Wi-Fi in all the lodges and tea houses and also the hot shower is possible upon request but you need to pay extra for using these. It is better to have a local mobile sim card with an internet data pack, as the network is strong enough to use the internet but it depends upon the weather condition.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 14 Days Itinerary, cost 2024-2025

Annapurna Base Camp Trek famously known as the 'ABC Trek' is one of the most popular and renowned trekking trails which is listed as the best in Nepal by different travel sites. Every year, thousands of trekkers enjoy this panoramic trail, including a vast area.

Mount Annapurna (8091M), the 10th highest Himalayas in the world, had the first human step on the summit in 1950 AD led by the French expedition team Maurice Herzog and the trek will take you to the Base Camp.

Like other treks in the Annapurna region, Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins from Pokhara, the paradise of Nepal and famously known as the ‘City of the Lake’.

This trek passes through cascading waterfalls, beautiful villages, rivers, suspension bridges, terraced farmlands, lush rhododendron forests, and hearth-touching mountain views before reaching the mighty Mt. Annapurna Base Camp.

Blessed with diverse vegetation, flora, and fauna, Annapurna is the only region in Nepal where different ethnic group settles in different areas and is extended to the border of Tibet. However, some areas are restricted and need special permits to trek in.

Overall, it is a 360 panoramic view, as the journey begins from the hill towards the mountain encountering nature with the different ethnical people residing beneath the massif Himalayas.

This 14-day itinerary is mainly crafted for lovers of nature who would like to trek to the base camp of Mt. Annapurna in a relaxing way. However, this trek can be customized if you are restricted with time.

Discover Altitude has a specially designed Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Itinerary with frequent field visits by our professional staff to make sure the program goes according to the itinerary mentioned below.

For the convenience of our clients minute detailed itinerary, cost, highlights, pictures, and the map have been provided. As this is a moderate trek below the Himalayas, trekking is possible throughout the year.

The cost for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek varies on the length of days and also from the starting point, as the itinerary can be started from Kathmandu and also from Pokhara and you can fly and drive as well. For the best deal on this package, please feel free to contact us.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Cost

The cost of Annapurna Base Camp is determined by different factors. Firstly, the location of the trek, Annapurna Base Camp lies in the Annapurna region of Nepal and can be trekked only from Pokhara.

Now, Pokhara is almost 200 KM from the main city of Kathmandu. Trekkers need to drive (8-9 hours) or take a short flight to Pokhara (30 minutes). However, for flight, weather plays a vital role.

Upon reaching Pokhara, it will take another hour and a half drive to Naya Pul, the starting point of the Base Camp of Mount Annapurna and the trek can be ended at the starting point or in Kade or Phedi.

Now, the time duration for the trek, Annapurna Trek to the Base Camp can be done in multiple ways. Starting point can be either Kathmandu or Pokhara, this point also makes a difference to the cost of Annapurna Base Camp.

Apart from this, the size of the group, porter, accommodation, food, etc., also plays a vital role in determining the cost of the Annapurna trek.

On average we can say, Annapurna Base Camp Trek will cost between 650- 1200 USD depending upon the length and other services taken.

How long is the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the only trekking trail in Nepal that can be customized easily, as the lower areas are populated and have drivable roads. Thus, trekkers can easily drive to a day-long trail. This minimizes the number of days (both ways).

Apart from this, you can make a round through Ghorepani-Poonhill or can directly start through Ghandruk. However, for first-time trekkers trekking through Ghorepani will be an asset. This helps your body to acclimatize and will help you explore more of the areas.

Thus, the required number of days for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek depends upon the starting point and the ending point. If you make Pokhara the starting and ending point for the Annapurna Trek, you can complete Annapurna Base Camp in between 7-9 days in a more relaxing and comfortable way.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Difficulty

Annapurna is a moderate trek to the base of Mount Annapurna which is the 8th highest mountain in the world. Although this is higher, the base camp will be only 4130 Meters. Apart from this, trekkers will have a choice to stay overnight whether in Annapurna Base Camp (4130M) or Macchapuchhre Base Camp (3700M).

Trekking to the base camp of Annapurna will be moderate with some ascending and descending, through the village, farmland, and forest. This will be a relaxing trek, around 6 hours of hiking every day covering 10 KM approximately.

Moreover, you will have the option to drive to some places through the same hiking trail.

Best Time to do Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna is a region where it gets a sufficient amount of rainfall and Pokhara (area) is the place that receives the highest amount of rainfall every year.

As the entire trek to the base camp of Annapurna starts and ends in Pokhara, we recommend trekkers, avoid the rainy season for this trek.

Now the question is when the best time is for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Winter, autumn, and spring are the best time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This in a combined way will be September (Mid), October, November, December, January, February, March, April, and May.

June July and August are monsoons and will receive rainfall, this makes the entire trek slippery, and muddy and will bother you with frequent short rainfall.

Apart from these, during the monsoon, there will be insects and leeches on the trail and the view of the mountain will not be praiseworthy.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Preparation

Although Annapurna Base Camp Trek is low altitude trek as compared to other treks in Nepal, still a bit of training is recommended. This should involve exercise related to the muscles of your leg, going up and down will be involved in the entire trek. So make sure you can hike approximately 6 hours per day with a small backpack.

This will help a lot for first-time trekkers, regular exercise doers don’t need to worry about Annapurna Trek.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Distance

Trek distance to Annapurna Base Camp is determined through the itinerary trekkers follow. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the popular and diverse treks because there are multiple ways to reach the base camp of Annapurna.

However, we can assume that trekking through the classical way to the Annapurna Base Camp will be 115 KM approximately. This will take 7-10 days, depending upon the trail you follow.

However, if trekkers follow a short trail, the distance covered will drastically decline between 80- 90 KM.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Picking up the right itinerary is one of the main correspondence for any achievement in the Himalayan trek, and Annapurna Base Camp is not an exceptional one. Multiple trails can lead you to the Base Camp of Annapurna (7-Day).

However, the right itinerary will play a vital role. Now how to select the right itinerary for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (10-Day), firstly you need to check your physical fitness level and then make sure your trek is within the comfortable days.

Next is to make sure you have at least a reserve day (if you are a first-time trekker) which can be used to extend in times of difficulty. This will give you a good boost while trekking.

Finally, make sure you are flexible with the trekking itinerary, it should not be a Holy text which can’t be modified. As you trek you can modify your itinerary, as your body suggests.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Altitude

Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp will be lower in terms of altitude compared to other popular base camp treks. With certain ups and downs with the altitude, you will reach the highest point of 4130 M at the Base camp.

Your trek will start from Pokhara (850M), trekking through the villages, forest, and farmland, you will gain altitude and loss in some places. This will help your body to acclimatize and finally, you will reach Annapurna Base Camp (4130M).

However, for those who are worried about the altitude, Annapurna Trek has one exceptional benefit. That is, to choose where to spend the highest overnight stay.

Trekkers can spend the final night at the base camp (4130M) or Machhapuchere Base Camp (3700M) and the next day hike an hour and a half to explore the Base Camp. This will be a good start for first-time trekkers as well.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Location

Annapurna Base Camp is situated in the Annapurna Village Development Committee of Kaski district in Gandaki Province of Nepal. This is just 40 KM to the north of Pokhara.

The only way to trek to the Annapurna base Camp is through Pokhara. Trekkers need to take a short flight (30 minutes) or drive from Kathmandu (8 hours). This will be a 200 KM journey one way from the capital Kathmandu.

Upon reaching Pokhara, take an hour-and-a-half drive to Nayapul, the classical starting point of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. If you take a flight, you can start the trek on the same day. However, while driving from Kathmandu trekkers need to spend a night in Pokhara and start the trek the very next day.

This is the best way to get to the Annapurna Base Camp. Moreover, you can start the trek through Pothana or Ghandruk. This will be another optional choice.

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If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency.

I had the incredible opportunity to complete 4 different treks with Discover Altitude: Three Passes, ABC, Annapurna Circuit and Langtang. Each time, the experience exceeded my expectations! The owners, Kumar and Santosh, along with their guides are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and attentive to every detail. Everything was very well planned for all treks, and I felt safe even at the highest altitudes, thanks to their friendly and supportive guides.

There are many agencies to choose from, and I visited many, but when I met Kumar and Santosh the quality of their personalities quickly became evident. They treated me as a friend they genuinely wanted to support, not just a client, caring only about the money. Even if I hadn’t signed up, they would have treated me the same, not as potential or lost business. This authenticity is why I chose them! This was the only agency where I had that gut feeling, which turned out to be correct. They always went the extra mile. Before each trek, they spent a lot of time going through all the details with me to ensure I had everything I needed and was ready to go. They also checked up on me along the way. During all these times, they truly became my friends!

If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency. They are also very competitively priced for both solo and group trips! I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Mustang - Kagbeni, Muktinath 6-day tour

We chose a 6-day course that tours Kagbeni and Muktinath, the gateway to Mustang from Kathmandu. It takes 3 days to actually walk, so it's a safe course even for beginners.

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (30-minute flight), then hike 3 hours to Kagbeni. Hike 5-6 hours to Muktinath. Return to Jomsom via a different route. Take a lunch break at Rupna on the way. Fly to Pokhara. Fly back to Kathmandu.

It was late May before the rainy season, but we were blessed with clear skies and were able to see the beautiful mountain ranges of Nilgiri and Annapurna. The desolate landscape of Mustang was very beautiful, and it was a very interesting experience to get a glimpse of the life of the villagers in Kagbeni.

It was quite hot during the daytime walks in late May. Short sleeves are fine. If you don't want to get sunburned, wear thin long sleeves. Since it gets cold in the mornings and evenings in Muktinath, I wore a light down jacket, but if you layer up a warm long sleeve jacket, you can wear a hiking jacket instead of a down jacket.

Our trekking guide, Amar, was very kind and not only guided us on hiking but also carefully explained the history and people's lives. (In English) He always took care to make the trek comfortable, and the walking pace was adjusted to suit our physical strength, so we were able to enjoy it without any strain.

Kumar handled advance reservations and questions, and he responded to emails very quickly. After arriving in Kathmandu, I visited the office and Kumar gave me a brief explanation of the schedule. In Kathmandu, Santosh handled my communications and accompanied me to the transfer between the hotel and the airport. Both of them were cheerful and kind.
During the tour, I asked to change my plan to stay in Pokhara for two nights after the trek (of course, the additional hotel fee was at my own expense), and I am grateful that he quickly and readily responded to my request, such as changing my flight on the return trip.

A short walk from Jomsom to Muktinath.

We had great dealings with Kumar and the team at Discover Altitude. Kumar was our initial contact, and Santosh was our day to day contact on-the-ground. Their communication was great, and everything went smoothly.

Before departing for Nepal, we emailed Kumar about what we had in mind, and he presented us with different options. We settled on a short trip from Jomsom to Muktinath - flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara and on to Jomsom the next day to commence our hike. (We took the same air-route in reverse on our way back.) In total, the trip was six or seven days, with three days hiking. (This worked out well due to our schedule, but next time we might spend a few more days walking.)

Our guide on the trip was Amar Magar. We really recommend him. (Ask for him by name!) He was thoughtful, organised, and provided clear information on what we were doing each day. His patience and pleasant manner made the trip really enjoyable.

The hike itself was good. The area from Jomsom to Kagbeni (where we stopped for the first night) was primarily along the road and the riverbed, and the scenery was primarily the dry and desolate scenery one might expect of the Mustang area. Kagbeni was a nice village to rest. (There are a number of tea houses, and an interesting temple where one of the monks showed us around.) The walk up to Muktinath the next day was a little bit tough - being a climb of about 1,000 meters. (Not 'technically' tough; more of a challenge due to low fitness levels!) After resting, we visited the Hindu pilgrimage site, which was quite an interesting experience as it attracts a lot of visitors. We stayed the night at a tea house in Muktinath, and then walked back to Jomsom via a different route, stopping at a village called Lupna on the way back. The route from Muktinath to Lupna was probably the highlight of our trip, with much more diverse terrain, including great alpine scenery, fantastic rocky cliffs and forests, and the picturesque village of Lupna itself, with a very old temple and some caves used for solitary retreats.

If you have limited time, then I would recommend the approach we took. It provides a glimpse of the Mustang region (without getting in to the Upper Mustang region, which requires more time and an expensive permit), and a taste of walking in the region. On our walk, we met a number of people who had walked the Annapurna Circuit, taking around two weeks. We might plan better and aim to do that next time!

In terms of practical considerations, noting it was mid-May, we found that we were able to walk in t-shirts and long pants. We carried a lot of warm clothing with us, but didn't need really it. (We were a bit cold briefly after arriving at Muktinath, but generally we didn't use our warm clothing. It would be smart to take something - but no need to take too much.) The bedding provided in the rooms was more than adequate, and we didn't need our own sleeping bags. (Taking a sleeping bag liner might suffice from a cleanliness perspective if this is a concern.)

A Once-in-a-lifetime EBC Trekking Trip

What a once-in-a-lifetime trek to EBC! Waking up at midnight to dogs barking or in the morning to birds chirping and singing and the sound of rushing river, looking out the window and seeing the mountain so close as if within reach, roaming around Namche Bazaar and checking out the local markets, setting off in the sound of school children's morning drill, crossing rivers and valleys over the suspension bridges, passing the mani stones in the villages and the stupas on the trail, watching porters with oversized load strapped on their heads stepping to the lively beat of loud Nepali songs, navigating rocks uphill inside the dark clouds and white-out snow, trekking on the winding trail through dusty forests, misty mountain passes, wide open scrub land, and rugged and rocky barren land, with the famous and mysterious mountain peaks seemingly around every corner or suddenly elusive behind the wandering clouds, and flying down in helicopter provided every moment to admire the mountainous landscape and appreciate local life in this harsh environment. It’s been almost two weeks since I came back yet the sceneries and sounds on the trail still linger.

The EBC trek was also grueling - the long distance, the high elevation, the thin air at times mixed with dust or animal smell, the coldness at night, the completely unpredictable weather that could change by the minute – and every little inconvenience could pile on the exhaustion from a long day of trekking, but the thoughtful services by my guide Krishna made all these bearable. Every day after arriving at the tea house he made sure food was ordered and I had a spot to sit next to the stove to warm up. Every morning before we leave the tea house, he made sure bill was paid and everything was packed and ready. On the trail he was patient, watchful, and protective when the yaks and horses approaching. My tour company Discover Altitude was very flexible and allowed me to change my trekking schedule on the fly, including booking tea houses during peak season and securing single room occupancy. In fact, the three unplanned tea houses in Jorsalle, Phungi Thenga, and Dughla, allowed me to enjoy the real serenity near nature and away from crowds. The company also booked a helicopter, outside of my original plan, to fly me out back in Kathmandu in time. Their flexibility was crucial for me to have a successful and enjoyable EBC trekking trip.

Thank you Krishna for your kind-hearted service.

And thank you Santosh for showing me the street food, the hidden temples, and the vibrant life around the old town of Kathmadu.

EBC with Amar, the best guide!!

I did the Everest Base Camp trek (8 days to reach EBC, Day 9 was to Kala Patthar). Started at the end of April and finished in May. We had great weather that time of year. The early days in the trek were warm enough for leggings and a lightweight shirt. A few people were in shorts. Day 7 was the first day I needed to wear down clothing items, gloves or a warm hat. Other days could be done with a baseball cap and a few layers - started the day with a windwall jacket and would switch to a vest or just my long sleeve dry fit top while trekking. The cardio keeps you pretty warm. Taking altitude sickness medication is key. Start taking it a day before you leave. We had no issue with altitude sickness but several people at the tea houses were not as lucky.

Kumar, the owner of Discover Altitude, organized everything for us and it was planned perfectly. He booked the best tea houses for us and everything was so well-organized that all we had to think about was making it to the top. Amar was our AMAZING guide. His brother Shukla was the porter. They were the nicest, most professional duo. Amar took very good care of us and it was obvious that he was one of the most well-respected guides on the trail. He knew everyone and was so experienced that we had a lot of tips and guidance that I don’t feel everyone else had on the mountain. Definitely request amar as your guide. We quickly realized how important the planning is and who your guide is for success on this trek.

Great experience and recommend doing Kala Patthar early the next morning for sunrise views of Everest!

Discover Altitude is the best!

Discover Altitude is the best trekking guide / tour operator in Nepal. Two days ago my friend and I reached Everest Base Camp on May 4th (trekking day 8).

On day 9, helicopter picked us up at Gorakshep - last tea house before EBC. Helicopter transported us back to Kathmandu via Lukla — 2.5 hour stop for refueling and other logistics. Hiking back down 3 extra days is not for everyone.

Reaching EBC was a small miracle for me. I was the biggest person (XXL) trekking. I trained for over a year… lost significant amount of weight to even attempt EBC. Everything had to go perfectly and it did. Planning was key. Some days were incredibly challenging and required very-very slow / steady pace.

At every step my guide was right there to support as needed. On some hills my guide was 12 inches behind me in case I lost balance from exhaustion.

We were blessed to have Amar as our guide and his younger brother, Shukla, as porter. They did everything for us … from finding bathrooms, ordering meals, dealing with hotels, first aid, and fun to talk with too. Multiple times during the trek other guides whispered to us that Amar is one of the best guides in the region.

We opted for the luxury tour with nicer hotels + helicopter ride to Lukla to start + helicopter return from the top. Paying extra for luxury tour is worth every penny. We met some hikers not having a good experience. Painfully obvious they chose the wrong guide / tour operator.

If you are in perfect shape and you’ve trekked Nepal many times before- maybe having the best guide isn’t as critical. But for us we relied on our guides for every decision … even down to what to eat and drink at different altitudes.

TIPS:

1- take diamox right from the start (1 day before starting the trek)

2- take helicopter to/from Lukla. If you don’t take helicopter, be prepared to sit around for days waiting on weather to clear for airplane flight. People stuck at the airport waiting multiple days to get out aren’t having a good time.

3- go vegetarian. You’ll love ra-ra noodle vegetable soup

4- bring tons of electrolyte packets and drink 5 liters/day

5- pack for very cold days at the end (EBC). Both outer-wear gear and warm jackets for nights at the hotel. Be prepared for extremely dry air at night. Bring nasal spray to help breath through your nose.

6- get plenty NPR cash in Lukla or Kathmandu. In a pinch, tea house hotels can run your CC to give you NPR cash… will cost 10% extra charge.

7- tip your guides as generously as you can

8- don’t bring huge camera unless you are ok lugging the extra weight. Newer iPhone or Android do fantastic job.

9- go slow. Don’t skip rest (acclimatizing) days.

10- Book your trip with Discover Altitude. Kumar will email you immediately with details to help you customize your trip. He will work through every question / idea with patience. We had at least a dozen unusual requests including special activities in Kathmandu after the trek. Kumar and our guides made them all happen. Remember to request booking at nicer hotels.

11- go with friend or family you really enjoy being with for two weeks. Having someone to motivate you and just hang out together makes the trip so much better.

12- day 2 to Namche might be your hardest day, particularly after Hillary Bridge… 1-2 hours straight uphill at the end. Don’t give up. Go slow and ask for help (horse available if can’t make it up that hill).

Great Service from begining to end!

We reached out to a number of treking companies, quite last minute when the opportunity came up to go to Nepal. We got a lot of responses but in the end, Discover Altitude had exactly what we were looking for and very helpful along the way. When we arrived in Kathmandu we met at their office and they went into detail about what we could expect and answered all our weird questions!!(first timers!)
We were picked up by an excellent driver, met our guide ahead of time( that was the only confusion was if we were getting a guide/ a guide/porter or a guide and porter, it all worked out very well despite zero training on our part. On the last day we hiked up out of Namche,to the helicopter that took us over base camp with a short landing on Kala Patthar before returning back to Lukla and then Kathmandu where Discover Altitude picked us up and generally looked after us from start to finish including a couple of day tours around Kathmandu. It was spectacular , Santosh and Kumar were very caring and you could tell how proud they were of their company and employees.

Unforgettable experience in beautiful mountains

This was my first trek in Nepal and it was truly amazing. The trip was very well organized, our guide Thakur was very friendly and always selected great places for rest and food. Our porter Chandra was very helpful and always in the good mood, although he needed to carry a lot more than we did.
The surrounding of Manaslu is amazing piece of nature full of wild animals, beautiful plants, breathtaking views and nice locals in the villages. Also the journey to the start of the trek by local transport was unforgettable experience.
I would recommend this tour to all trekkers, who are looking for great adventure in beautiful mountains and don't want to share the track with crowds as it could happen at the better known treks around Everest or Annapurna.
You should be ready to step out of the comfort zone for few moments - yes, few ascents were challenging due to high altitude and it was very cold one night we spent at Dharmasala - the last village before Larkey Pass.
After our comeback to Kathmandu we had very nice lunch with Kumar and Santosh - the guys from Discover Altitude who told us many interesting facts about life in Nepal.
All in all it was one of the best experiences in my life and in few years I will definitely come back to Nepal and go for another trek with Discover Altitude.

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Itinerary

Day 1:Arrival in the Tribhuwan International Airport and Transfer to your respective hotels.

Day 2:Kathmandu City Tour

Day 3:Kathmandu to Pokhara by Tourist bus

Day 4:Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhuga

Day 5:Trek to Ghorepani

Day 6:Ghorepani to Poonhill Hike (3210m/10532ft/1 hour) and trek to Tadapani

Day 7:Trek to Chhomrong

Day 8:Trek to Dobhan

Day 9:Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp or Annapurna Base Camp

Day 10:Descend to Bamboo

Day 11:Descend to Jhinu Hot Spring

Day 12:Descend to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara

Day 13:Pokhara to Kathmandu drive

Day 14:Transfer to International Airport

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Great Service from begining to end!

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Unforgettable experience in beautiful mountains

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