Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek - 7 Days

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  • 7 Days
Price per personUS$399
We Offer Group Price
No. of peoplePrice P.P
1 - 1 US$ 699
2 - 2 US$ 599
3 - 5 US$ 499
6 - 10 US$ 469
11 - 16 US$ 399
06 June, 2023
$699 x 1 guests:
$699

Total
$699
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  • Trip Duration7 Days
  • Difficulty LevelEasy-Moderate
  • Best SeasonMarch- May, Sep- Nov
  • Max Altitude4130 m

Overview

Although 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Hike is the best to explore the beauty of diverse nature and culture of the Himalayas. Start planning on exploring the beauty and glory of the 10th highest mountain and its Annapurna massif along with the awe-inspiring nature and cultural diversity, sign up now!

 

Highlights of ABC Trip 

  • A pleasant walk every day in the highland with fresh mountain air
  • Short scenic drive to /from Nayapul through the hills with a view
  • A leisure day in the naturally blessed city Pokhara (Lake City) 
  • Freshening up into the natural springing at Jingu dada
  • Reach Annapurna base camp (4130m)
  • A captivating mountain view of Annapurna Massif 

 

 

 

The Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek is one of the most popular and rewarded treks in the Annapurna region. On this hike, we will be part of a stunning blend of majestic mountain scenery, and pristine culture, following the most charming mountain villages of Birethanti, Ghandruk, Chhomrong, Jinu, and Deurali.

However, this seven-day Hiking to Annapurna is fascinating about the diverse culture and nature.

The Stunning short ABC trek 7 days series is recommended and designed by our highly experienced trekking guides for those travelers who are on a short time but are still keen to trek in Annapurna and explore its beauty of culture and natural variations in the beautiful country of Nepal.

The short within Annapurna massif is a completely comfortable trekking route even for beginners. However, the trekking to Annapurna base camp offers miraculous views of the mighty mountain and its landscape.

The trek itself is overwhelming and it's an inspiring route of the majestic mountain views of the magnificent Annapurna massif.

However, this 7 Days Annapurna trek takes you to the most mesmerizing places through the charming animated villages of Gurung and Magar people, terrace meadows, lush forest of rhododendron with stunning towering mountains view of the Mt. Annapurna South, Annapurna I. Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, Himchuli and many more.

On our one-week journey, you will also get an opportunity to interact with the local people of this region and learn their culture and lifestyle.

Moreover, the ABC Trek is technically measured as a moderate trekking route within the Annapurna region that allows you to enjoy the fascinating culture and nature throughout the trek,

 

Best Time to Travel

Particularly, Nepal also has five seasons like many other countries; Spring, Summer, Monsoon, Autumn, and Winter in hand. However, Spring and Autumn are the best seasons among them to go to the Annapurna base camp for trekking and hiking, the months of Spring are from March to May, and the months of Autumn are from Sep to Nov, these months of the year for trekking to ABC or any treks in Nepal is fantastic and offers great sceneries with the stable weather and moderate temperatures.

Likewise, the Spring season welcomes a wide range of flora and vegetation that make the trail more beautiful with blooming flowers everywhere in the mountain, while trekking in Autumn is an amazing opportunity to explore the culture and festival of Nepal with trekking in the Himalayas.

 

The starting point of the 7 Days ABC trip

A traditional 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp hike by Alpine Ramble presents either way from Kathmandu and Pokhara with flexible group sizes, itineraries, and accommodations as per your convenience!

 

Is 7 Days ABC the right one for me?

If you are physically fit and would afford 4-5 hours of hiking each day then this trek is perfect for you. Our 7 Days ABC trek is perfectly suitable for those travelers who would like to do this trek within a week of holiday frame from the busy schedules and it's an absolutely doable hike with our itinerary. Both experienced and inexperienced travelers can do this trek without any previous trekking experience. this trek is a fairly reasonable hike and rated as an easy-moderate in terms of difficulty. 

However, if you wish to trek more days in the mountain then you may check out the long version trekking programs of our comfortable 12 Days Annapurna Base Camp or 12 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek

Those who wish to trek into the magical land of the Himalayas where you will meet fewer trekkers might option for our Langtang Valley Trek - 8 days Itinerary We also have a special offer for the Everest Base camp trek this year. 

 

Benefits 

  • Free Airport transfers to and from Tribhuvan International Airport upon arrival and departure days.
  • The free bag storages access in Kathamndu and Pokhara
  • Complimentary use of any necessary trekking equipment, such as sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, walkie-talkies, and an oximeter to monitor your oxygen and pulse.
  • ABC trail route map/ browser and full version of printed day-to-day Itinerary 
  • Fun souvenirs of your Himalayan adventure: a trekking route map, a t-shirt emblazoned with the Alpine Ramble Treks logo, and a hat!

 

 

Itinerary

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After breakfast at your hotel this morning, we take our scenic drive to Pokhara by tourist bus. This ride should take approximately seven hours if there weren’t so much traffic on the way, but you certainly don’t have to worry about getting bored along the way. As we leave the capital city behind, you’ll enjoy watching the rural landscapes of Nepal pass by your window: lush jungles, terraced fields of barley, glacial rivers sparkling in the sun, and icy mountains towering over it all. When we arrive in Pokhara, you’ll quickly understand why it’s popular with adrenaline junkies. You could easily spend a week hang gliding, bungee jumping, zip-lining, and whitewater rafting here. But Pokhara is also the gateway to the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, and tomorrow morning our hike will get underway in earnest. For tonight, we’ll pick out one of the best available hotels and enjoy a hearty meal before turning in.

  • Driving time: 6-7 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast (Included)
  • Maximum Elevation: 850m/2788ft

The first day of our 8 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins in the scenic lakeside city of Pokhara. After enjoying a hearty breakfast, we’ll meet our driver and travel to a small village called Nayapul and a short walk to Birethati to collect our trekking permits.  It’s all on foot from here, and our trek gets underway in earnest as we cross picturesque suspension bridges, hike past sparkling waterfalls, and cross alpine meadows where yaks graze and Gurung villagers tend to crops of buckwheat and millet. As we approach our destination of Ghandruk, we’ll even start to earn some breathtaking views of snowcapped mountains.

Ghandruk itself is a sprawling hillside village where you’ll meet plenty of friendly Gurung villagers as we settle into our accommodations. We’ll be staying at one of the local trekking lodges or teahouses. This is how overnight trekking is usually done in Nepal, and you’ll reap the rewards of a home-cooked meal and a warm place to sleep. Once we get checked in, you can relax in the village with a hot mug of tea as dusk gathers over the summits of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and the fishtail-shaped. In the evening, we may go to visit the Gurung museum and walk around the village with beautiful views of the Himalayas. 

  • Accommodation Type: Trekking Lodge (Tea House)
  • Hiking Time: 4-5 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Included)
  • Max Elevation: 1,940m/6,365ft

After our first breakfast in the mountain, we climb for around an hour up to Kimrungdanda. On the way, we can enjoy great views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre), and Ganggapurna. From the top of this Kimrungdada, a steep descent takes us to the Kimrong Khola. Then we back up for another steep ascent from Kimrong Khola to Chere Danda, we descend for a while, and then it’s a gentle walk to Chhomrong. Chhomrong is a beautiful form village located on the lap of the giant Annapurna massive. The mesmerizing views are seen from the hotel. Overnight in Xhhomrong. 

  • Accommodation Type: Trekking Lodge (Tea House)
  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Included)
  • Max Elevation: 2,170m/7,120ft

We’ve already been trekking in the western Himalayas for a few days, so perhaps the name of our next destination on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek should come as no surprise. Our sights are set on a tiny group of lodges collectively known as Himalaya. To get there, we’ll descend from Chhomrong and cross a suspension bridge over the Chhomrong Khola before following the trail to Sinuwa. The trail will bring us through lush green forests and past iridescent waterfalls, and the ridgeline at Sinuwa affords beautiful mountain views that rival anything we’ve seen so far. From here, the trail alternately ascends and descends through bamboo woodlands, where lucky trekkers might be able to spot langur monkeys. Upon reaching Himalaya at last, we’ll make sure to get plenty of rest—tomorrow is a big day!

  • Accommodation Type: Trekking Lodge (Tea House)
  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Included)
  • Maximum Elevation: 2820m/8828ft

Without a doubt, today is the most exciting day on our Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary. We’ll visit not one, but two separate base camps within the space of just a few hours. Our path sets out across ancient glacial moraines and through small stands of birch to approach the coveted Annapurna Sanctuary. There is some risk of encountering an avalanche here, and we’ll check with locals to assess the condition of the trail before proceeding. Soon we’ll find ourselves at Machapuchare Base Camp, where the soaring summits of Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli dominate the scene. It’s hard to imagine that the spectacle could get any better than this—but we still have a couple of hours to trek and a few hundred meters to climb.

Our ultimate goal is Annapurna Base Camp, and it’s nothing short of superb. The Annapurna massif itself stretches across 50 kilometers of Himalayan territory, and the Annapurna Sanctuary gives you a front-row seat to witness the sheer majesty of its grandeur. Take all the time you’d like to celebrate our accomplishments so far—the photography opportunities here are limitless. When you’re ready for a break, we’ll settle into our lodge here at base camp and sit down to a hot meal before bed.

  • Accommodation Type: Trekking Lodge (Tea House)
  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Included)
  • Maximum Elevation: 4130m/13545ft (ABC)

From the ABC, we retrace our steps to Bamboo or a little further to Sinuwa for a better view on our second last day in the mountains. However, today’s trek is downhill, so it shouldn’t be very difficult. Besides, we will always have the company of the extraordinary landscape to cheer us up from the first step to the last step of hiking through the majestic land of the Himalayas. Coming back to Sinuwa is a little challenging in terms of stairs but worth it with better views of the lower valley of the region. Overnight in Sinuwa.

  • Accommodation Type: Trekking Lodge (Tea House)
  • Hiking Time: 5-6 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner (Included)
  • Maximum Altitude: 2,310m/7,579ft

From Kyumi, we trek for 2 hrs our final move to Siwai, Siwai is actually the ending point of our trek from where we will take a local jeep/ taxi/ bus to Nayapul and Pokhara, Overnight at Lodge, Included: Breakfast and Lunch (B+L)

Note: All above-mentioned trekking hours are approximate and it’s absolutely for general ideas/guidelines only!

Thank you so much for choosing us for your holiday trip to Nepal, we will do our best to take care of you and ensure an enjoyable and remarkable trip of a lifetime. Wishing you all the best and keep your adventure spirit alive!

  • Accommodation Type:
  • Trekking time: 4 hrs approx
  • Meals: Breakfast, & Lunch (Included)
  • Max Elevation:1350 m

Trip map

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek - 7 Days map

Trip inclusion

  • Free International Airport- Hotel- Airport pick up and drop off by private vehicles
  • Meals on a full-board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner/ the main course) during the trek in the mountain.
  • Alpine Ramble’s experienced, government-licensed, English-speaking trekking guide
  • All salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance for the guide and porter
  • All necessary papers including Annapurna conservation area permit and TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System) fee.
  • Trekking equipment such as the Sleeping bag, and down jacket on request (optional)
  • A strong local porter to help the trekkers luggage during the trek (1 porter for 2 trekkers with limited weights ‘10kg each max’) 
  • Accommodations: 6- Night at the trekking lodges during the trek
  • A handful- An assistant guide for the group 8 pax or above
  • A round-trip transfer (Kathmandu- Pokhara- Kathmandu ) by comfortable tourist bus.
  • Private vehicle from Pokhara- Nayapul- Pokhara 
  • Supplementary snacks: energy bar, crackers, cookies, etc.
  • Seasonal fresh fruits are desert every evening after dinner.
  • Appreciation of certificate after the successful trek.
  • Farewell Dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant with traditional shows
  • Alpine Ramble’s complimentary free T-shirt,  route map, and a duffel bag (if required)
  • Oximeter to measure your oxygen and Pulse level during the trek in the mountain, it’s very useful for all the trekkers to be aware of the high altitude sickness.
  • Compressive first aid box (Guide will carry it throughout the trek).
  • Emergency rescue operation assistance in arranging in case of complex health conditions (funded by your Travel Insurance)
  • All government, Local taxes/ vat, and official Expenses
  • 10% OF ALL PROCEEDS GOES TO SUPPORT OUR SOCIAL IMPACTS INITIATIVE

 

  • Nepal entry visa fees (you can easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15 days Visa.
  • Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule (Foods and accommodations before or after the trek) 
  • Extra drinks as alcoholic & non-alcoholic such as Fanta, Coca-cola, sprite, tea, water, beer, etc.
  • Additional costs by out of management control due to the landscape, weather conditions, illness, changes in government policies, strikes, physical condition, etc.
  • Personal expenses such as snacks, laundry, telephone, WIFI, hot shower, etc at tea houses on a trek.
  • Travel insurance has to cover emergency rescue evacuation from the high-altitude 
  • Personal trekking equipment for this trek 
  • Tips for guide, staff, and driver (recommended by culture) 
  • Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the Price Include section of this trek.

Trip Info

 

Foods

Trek to the world's 9th highest mountain is obviously an amazing adventure experience of a lifetime. However, the food on this trek is convenient and has a pretty wide selection of the food items on the tea houses menus which are originated and prepared by the local community of the Annapurna conservations area, the most common diet and hygienic meals of the region as given below,

Common Breakfast options - Tibetan Breads, Chapati with Cheese (dry bread- a local wheat bread), Oatmeal, French toast with jam, honey, and peanut butter, Corn Flakes, Hashed brown, fried, Scrambles, and boiled eggs, pancakes, porridge with milk, Muesli, Vegetable items and any kind of hot drinks are available except espresso, Americano

Common Lunch options – different variety of Thukpa (noodle soup), Dahl and Bhat (Nepalese local meal), Momos ( dumplings), Tibetan / chapati bread, Macaroni, Spaghetti, Sherpa Stew, a variety of soups, steaks, potatoes items, Sandwiches, Pizza, rice with curry, spring rolls, burgers and Pizza, yak steak and desserts items.

Common Dinner options- Momos (dumplings) different variety of Thukpa (noodle soup), Dahl and Bhat (Nepalese local meal), Tibetan / chapati bread, Macaroni, Spaghetti, Sherpa Stew, a variety of soups, steaks, potatoes items, Sandwiches, Pizza, rice with curry, spring rolls, Raman soups, burgers and Pizza, yak steak, desserts items, hot and cold drinks are available on the menus on tea house, the menu’s selected meals are fresh and healthy with hygienic specialists by the mountain for the mountain trekkers.

On the tea houses, the menu has plenty of non-veg items mentioned but officially any of the meats are not on our list of recommendations because the meat in the mountain such as high areas is not sanitary and healthy. However, we would like to persuade you to avoid taking meat, Alcoholic drinks, and smoking.

Desert and Snack options- Rice Pudding, Apple pie, fruits snicker/ mars bar, popcorns, cake, pastries, etc.

Hot Drink options – Varieties of hot drinks like black/milk coffees, black/mint/ginger/Green/ lemon honey teas, hot chocolates, hot mango juice, hot oranges juice, hot pineapple juice, etc.)

 

Drinking Water on the trek

The water on a trek is available at every trekking lodge or shopping shop along the way, buying a regular bottle of mineral water costs 1-3 USD per litter. Annapurna region has plenty of water sources to get the water as you can also refill the water from the random taps or water sources, refilling waters from any of those sources is potable but it will be fine to drink with a Lifestraw or using the water purification pills – at least 2-4 L water per day is recommended to drink that keeps you hydrated.

 

Accommodations

Accommodations on the mountain are simple in tea hoses/ Trekking Lodges. The rooms come usually in double occupancy with a wooden bed, blankets, mattresses, pillows, and attached bathrooms (not everywhere), and the view is spectacular from the rooms of mountain tea houses. Likewise, single rooms are available (except Himalaya and ABC) and they will be provided for solo female travelers.

We will ensure and accommodate you to the best available tea houses with great views of the mountain and sceneries during the trek

 

Safety and Satisfactions

SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY- NOTHING IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE SAFETY AND HEALTH OF OUR CLIENTS AND EMPLOYEES.

This trek is a guided trip and you will be accompanied by one of the experienced and friendly trekking guides/ Sherpa who originally come from the mountain (same region) of Nepal, the guide will be carrying all the essentials equipment with a first aid kit for safety reasons; we would like you to take some of your own personal mediation on this trek. However, in emergency cases, if our clients have any trouble with mountain sickness or any unforeseen circumstances then we will always be standing by to send a rescue helicopter to bring our clients back to lower places or Kathmandu.

Note:During the trek, make sure you are always in the safe zone of the place wherever you are while trekking on the mountain because you may encounter a number of mules, yaks are carrying the suppliers for hotels, Yaks Donkey and Jokpa use for the major transportations in the Himalayas region, as we always need to be aware with them, and stay at the safe place, especially at the narrow section of the trail.

 

Passport and Visa

If you are traveling to Nepal you need to have a visa to enter Nepal. However, the arrival visa is available at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu where you can simply get an ``On Arrival Visa” and you must enter Nepal within six months from the visa issued date. Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter Nepal.

You will be charged $40 USD as visa application fees for 30 days tourist visa to the forefingers except for Chinese and India. For those tourists who have Indian and Chinese passports then you do not need a visa (Free Visa)!

 

Extra personal expenses

During the trek, all your foods are included in the package (Lunch, Breakfast, and Dinner with hot drinks), the foods will be served as per the package program and besides that, any personal and Barbier bills would be extra.

 

Travel Insurance

For safety reasons, Travel insurance is mandatory for trekkers participating in any trek and tour programs in the mountains. Getting travel insurance, especially while traveling in the mountain areas, is like security on which you can rely and enjoy your trip without any worries. We highly recommend getting good compressive travel insurance that covers things like emergency helicopter rescue, and medical evacuation expenses. It will be an assisted protection tour to cover personal injury, injury, repatriation expenses, and any kind of illness will be covered. Having good travel insurance will not only guarantee you peace of mind while you travel with us but also provide you with complete coverage for anything that may go wrong.

 

Packing list for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The following lists are the essential trekking gear that is recommended for trekking in Nepal and all listed gears can also be bought easily in Kathmandu, Kathmandu has a number of shops selling the necessary clothes and gear for trekkers.

  • A few pairs of Thermal tops
  • Fleece jacket/pullover
  • Windcheater - waterproof shell jacket one pair
  • Down jacket -( It will be provided by the company if you do not have your own)
  • Comfortable Fleece/wool trousers
  • Trekking pants- at least 2 pairs
  • Mittens/woolen gloves
  • Warm Hiking socks
  • Trekking sue with spare laces
  • Pair of flip flop
  • Underwear & Swimming costume
  • Hiking Cotton trousers/t-shirts
  • Sun hat/scarf
  • Sunglasses
  • Sleeping bag -( It will be provided by the company if you do not have your own)
  • Trekking poles (Not 100%)
  • Day bag above 40 L
  • 1 set- Headlamp
  • Small lock for the day backpack
  • Reusable water bottles- 2 letters
  • Water purification tablets/ electric light
  • Wash towel
  • Toiletries (wet tissue, quick-drying towel, toilet paper, moisturizers, lip balms, sunscreens, sanitary pads, hand sanitizer, nail clipper, small mirror, toothpaste & brush, etc)
  • Rain poncho
  • Basic personal first aid kit

 

Responsible tourism

Our experienced field staff/team strongly believes that we all are equally responsible to act in favor of the local culture and environment. We would like to follow the important role of following the rules.

  • please respect the local people and their laws, custom, and their beliefs
  • Please always ask your guides for permission before doing something in the local community.
  • please support the keep environment clean, wherever you would travel and dispose of rubbish
  • Please help the local community to encourage the positive sides of tourism as long as possible.
  • We Alpine Ramble Treks are involved in the Kathmandu Environmental Education Project (KEEP) and organize eco-friendly trips that teach to make the sustainable positive environmentally sensitive of both travelers and communities.

 

Transportations

Alpine Ramble provides all the necessary transportation for your trip including free arrival and departure transportation services. On your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our airport representative with the traditional flowers then you will be reassigned to the respective Hotel. Similarly, we will also provide private vehicles for the city tour like Kathmandu valley sightseeing, Nagarkot Sunrise view tour, or any others in Nepal on request.

 

Booking and payment process

Alpine Ramble Treks (P) Ltd. is government-authorized and registered trekking and adventure operator based in Nepal. The company registered number is 178805/074/075. We are also associated with various local and international tourism associations, therefore, any adventure-interested persons are heartily welcomed to be booked and be part of our family now, we treat you as family members while traveling with us. we called a mountain family, home away from home with us.

To process a trip booking with us, you're required to deposit 10 % of the full trip cost in advance to the prior time to make sure all the reservations such as Hotels, guides, trekking permits, transportation, etc. the remaining payment can be easily made to us on your arrival by credit cards or in cash - cash would be much appreciated. At the same time, we would also like to request you to send all the required documents such as passport, travel insurance copies, and flight details at the time of booking.

 

Last-minute booking

The last-minute booking can be made by any interested travelers a day before the trip gets started. Moreover, the payment should be made 100% if you are booking this for the last minute and the booking can be made directly through the online form or, by sending us an email, messages on Whatsapp, or by calling. But, Last minute booking may not be acceptable for Bhutan and Tibet trips.

We look forward to experiencing this trip with you in the land of the majestic mountains, and the place of Lord Gautama Buddha, Namaste, and see you soon!

FAQs

You could use the credit card only in cities, areas of Nepal, in the mountains; the credit card is not acceptable in most places.

The Highest elevation of the Annapurna base camp trek is 4130 meters above sea level. 

Yes, We have a safe and sound place to store where you can easily store your luggage at our hotel or office.

Not at all, you’ll be provided 3 meals a day: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner during the trek in the mountains and it’s a good idea to carry some power bars, cereal bars or other high energy foods with you. Powder Gatorade is also recommended to fight dehydration.

Yes, The trekkers should have to have registered trekking permits, and TIMS (Trekker's Management Systems), they are all helped and provided by Alpine Ramble Treks- it's all included on our package program.

Eventually, almost every trekking region has tea House facilities in Nepal; during the treks in the mountains, we provide standard breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Your guide/ porter will help you with the menu selection and ensure that you get the best value meals possible. Although the food is usually plentiful and delicious, you should be aware that the menu is not normally extensive. Most teahouses offer a variety of rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup and seasonal vegetables. A variety of cereals, bread, and egg dishes are generally available for breakfast. There will also be plenty of snacks available such as biscuits, chocolate, and soft drinks and in some areas, you will find fresh fruit in season. You can buy packaged water (bottled mineral water) from a local lodge and shop en route or you can also ask your guide to fill your water bottle with boiled water and treat it with water purification pills

In city areas of Nepal like Kathmandu and Pokhara, your hotel accommodation will generally include an attached bathroom and have facilities such as air conditioning, reception, Restaurant, and dining services. The level of accommodation is generally Nepalese 3 star and is comfortable and clean. If you require an upgrade of accommodation in Kathmandu or Pokhara, there are many 4 stars and 5-star options at an extra cost. Please let us know if you like high categories hotel service like 5 stars then we will be glad to book for you.

Accommodation in the mountain, you will be staying in “Teahouses.” Accommodation is limited, particularly the higher you get, so your room may differ from a private single/double room to a bed in a dormitory. The accommodation is very basic and there will frequently be shared shower and toilet facilities with other trekkers sometime. Every teahouse has a common dining hall offering varieties of local and western kinds of meals including hot drinks like coffee and any kind of tea in the mountains.

You will need to carry a good-size of a daypack where you could put your personal belongings, water, camera, snacks, sunscreen, a hat, a fleece jacket, and gloves for higher altitudes. The porters will carry the bigger packs with your clothes etc. They will carry packs up to 15kg.

It depends on the nature of the sickness. Generally, if you become sick, you will descend to a lower high altitude with the help and support of the staff. If you are seriously ill, injured etc we will arrange an emergency helicopter evacuation service. Our guide will take immediate action according to the situation in the mountains. Please ensure you arrange travel insurance that covers you for an evacuation service and trekking at high altitudes.

Acute mountain sickness is an illness that can affect any mountain climbers, hikers, trekkers, or travelers at high altitudes, normally; it can be suffered above high of 9,000 feet. Acute mountain sickness is caused by reduced air pressure and lowers oxygen levels at high altitudes. If you feel dizzy, suffer palpitations or severe headaches, and return immediately to a lower altitude. Do not take altitude sickness lightly. It can be fatal! Please familiarize yourself with the symptoms of altitude sickness before your trek. Do not ignore even the mildest of altitude symptoms, inform your guide, porters, or hotel staff immediately. Generally, Our guides carry basic medicine and first aid equipment including simple painkillers, altitude sickness tablets, bandages, balm for muscle ache, and medication to treat diarrhea and vomiting.

Yes, a visa is required to enter Nepal except for SAARC and Chinese nationals. One can get a visa at the Royal Nepalese Embassy or consulate or at the airport upon arrival. Two copies of passport-sized photographs are required to get a visa.

 Yes, the  Laundry services are available in every place or camp except for Annapurna base camp and Himalayas! 

Yes. Any of your currency can be exchanged in Nepal at better rates. 

Yes, a hot shower is available and it will be prepared by the gas, it is called a gas shower or bucket shower. Normally, we wouldn't prefer to take showers above the 4000 meters height because of the cold situation.

Yes, almost every teahouse has Wi-Fi Facility at a little extra Cost during the trek in the Mountains.

Yes, we highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel to Nepal; it’s easier and better to purchase travel insurance in your own country.

Yes, upon arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, you’ll be received and welcomed by our official representative then transfer to the hotel at Thamel, which is the most interesting tourist hub with many facilities in Nepal. Overnight at the hotel.

The Answer is absolutely safe even for the solo female traveler, who loves to explore Nepal through the reliable team with us; our Alpine Ramble team has been leading many successful solo female trips in Nepal Himalayas.

The best months for trekking in Nepal are in the months of September, October & November in the Autumn season and March, April & May in the Spring season.

Yes, you could choose to own your departure date according to your time and schedule If the published Group Departure dates are not suitable for your travel plan, we will help you to customize the trip Itinerary. 

Reviews

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    Vathani Logendran - April 30, 2022

    From start to finish, this experience was incredible! The website was easy to understand and informative. Dil who managed the logistics prior to the trek was incredibly helpful, providing all the necessary information and answering any and all questions (while I lived in Nepal and didn’t have time to plan a trek!). My lovely guide, Arpan, went above and beyond to make this experience fantastic! I had a cold the first few days, and he was always caring for my well-being, and looking out for me. He made the experience very enjoyable, informative, comfortable, and fun! I would highly recommend him as a guide. We had such a wonderful view of the mountains, and I absolutely will do another trek with Alpine Ramble in the future!

  • Filipa D - September 22, 2021

    I totally recommend Alpine Ramble as your guided trekking company wherever in Nepal. Since the beginning Dil was always ready to answer all my questions, reply fastly to my emails and help me to choose the best itinerary. He was always very open to any suggestions and changes, and easy to comunicate with, which i appreciated a lot. They picked me up in the Airport and were very welcoming since i arrived in Nepal.
    I did the ABC trek for one week with Amar, and it was unforgettable! Amar was very caring, respectful, and always gave his best to make me feel confortable and motivated through all the week. Even when i got an injury in the last days, he was super patient and helpful :) Thank you Amar, it wouldnt have been the same without you!
    During the week i also had the opportunity to spend almost 3 days with Arpen, who was also very helpful, funny and a great guide! What a fun and amazing time we had alltogether on the way to the Base Camp!
    For sure i would book again with Alpine. Thank you Dil, Amar and Arpen! It was a blast!
    #bistarebistare ;)

  • Phil Eaton - October 10, 2019

    What a journey! The trek and everything about it far surpassed my expectations, great scenery, great people, great memories and feelings that will stay with me forever. This is all thanks to my excellent guide Aysush and Trip organiser Dil. Thanks you both so much for making my experience the best possible.

    Aysush you were great, you showed me the way and looked after me making sure I was fed, watered and showered (sometimes solar powered 😉) and above all else getting the most from my incredible journey. I remember being stuck at Macchaputre after a hail storm/blizzard and you were excellent as always with making me feel comfortable and coming up with a new plan to trek at 430 the next day to ABC once the weather cleared. This was the most exciting days ever, trekking into the sunrise and the truly awesome scenery, I really could not believe it!
    You also rescued me from Pokhara airport when I decided to stay one more night (but that is another story, carpe diem 😉)

    I've never done an extended an trek or been to Nepal before. So if you're thinking of taking the plunge and up for a rewarding challenge then I massively recommend Alpine Ramble to take you on an unforgettable trip!

  • Magda - May 23, 2019

    Are You dreaming of going to Nepal and go for some great trek? You don't have company or any idea how to organise Yourself? I strongly recommend You trek with AR. Fisrt of all Dil and his Team will welcome You warmly and pick up from the airport. Will spend time with You to discous any details and clear Your doubts. Finally You will attend a trek with a professional and experience guide and porter, if need! I've done my Trek to ABC and I am extremely happy for all - company and care I've got from my Team.I had pleasure to trek with one of most experienced Guides - Dilman and Saugat. Their knowledge and situations awarnes are pricles. Dilman it's ready to advise in any point of time and share his knowledge. Saugat was extremely helpful and took care of me in a way I don't need to worry about anything. He was always ready whenever I need something. It made my trek very comfortable experience. We also trek with Addit, as he was helping with carrying stuff (strong and fast I would say :). Apart of experience and professionalism, they just grow up in place we trek and they know every corner. And most important is..we had a lot of fun :) on the way! Guys create a great athmosphere. We became a friend's and trek was a pleasure (even if we get wet in the rain hehe). I enjoyed everyday of our trip!I felt safe and in good hands. Whenever possible, Dil was in touch with me and give a planty of his time to make sure my trip it's great and safe.Definitely would come back to Nepal and do other activities with Alpine Ramble Treks. Thanks You for taking care of me. Namaste.

  • Ville K - January 10, 2019

    We did ABC trek In 7 days, beginning at 29.10. Everything was perfect from the beginning to the end. We met Dil & Sujal (Guide) at our hotel day before travelling from Kathmandu to Pokhara, and we got detailed information about our trek.

    Sujal and Prasanta (Porter) were such a nice and kind, always smiling and asking is everything ok. They organised everything so well and made things easy for us.

    I can definitely recommend Alpine Ramble Treks for everyone!