Difficulty Level of Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 days
Annapurna base camp in 11 days is an easy to moderate difficulty level adventures in Annapurna. The trek is best for the first-time hikers in Nepal. The trail ascends and descends frequently, so you need to be physically fit with sound health to do ABC trek Nepal. Annapurna base camp (4200m) is the highest point of the trek. You hike 5 to 6 hours frequently on uphill and downhill through villages and forest in a day. So, trekking in the Annapurna mountains is not easy.
Altitude Sickness
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is lower than the Everest Base Camp. Hence, there is a low risk of AMS in 11 days Annapurna base camp trek, and also the length of ABC trek is shorter than EBC Trek. Annapurna base camp and Everest base camp are two different treks in Nepal. You can not see Everest from ABC trek and also can not see Annapurna from Everest Base Camp Trek.
Follow Below Rules for Altitude Sickness in ABC Trek
Drink plenty of water and other fluids while trekking means that keep on re-dehydrated your body
Do not drink alcohol which dehydrate your body.
Walk slowly as you trek up to Annapurna base camp.
General Symptoms of AMS
Loss of Appetite(unwilling to eat meals), breathing, headache, dizziness.
Carry prescribed medicines(Diamox tablet) for altitude sickness, cold, headache, food poisoning.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Distance
You will hike around 67 km in 11 days ABC trek from beginning to the ending point of the trek. The return trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo is the longest day of the trek for 6 to 9 hours on steep downhill trail.
Keep You Fit for Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 days
It is necessary to walk for 5 to 6 hours in a day, walking on mountain terrain on uphill and downhills. The Strong stamina and good health are helpful. The short hikes, cycling and swimming which keeps you fit and strengthening your muscle power strong. In addition, gym, aerobic and cardio exercises also helpful to make your physical stamina strong.
Solo and Private Group Trek, Possible to ABC Trek
If you are solo and private trek is possible, then you are welcome to join on our fixed departure trek with trekkers. ABC Group Trek Package price of course comes cheaper than the usual. If you don’t mind to pay a bit more, solo trekkers can make private trek with guide. It is also a good way to enjoy nature and culture on your own pace.
Last Minute Booking for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Last minute booking is also possible for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Before booking, please email us at missionecotreknepal@gmail.com or call or message on WhatsApp +977 9851023742. You also need to clear 100% of the trip payment for the last minute booking confirmation.
Permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and TIMS card are the necessary to trek to the Annapurna Base Camp. It costs USD 50 for a person.
Best Time(Seasons) for 11 days Trekking Annapurna Base Camp
The March to May and mid-September to mid-December time are recommended to see the best mountain view and a good trekking experience. Winter trek is also possible but it is pretty cold and risk of Avalanched in winter trek.
Accommodation on 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek
There are basic but nice, neat and clean teahouse accommodation on the trail. The room will be comfortable and shared between two trekkers. Single room accommodation is not possible in the season if you book in advance. Since there are not enough guest houses on the trail from Bamboo to Bamboo. The room come with common toilet and bathroom. In, peak season, you might have to sleep in the common living room at the guest house.
Trekking Meals on Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 days
You can get a wide variety of meals on the trek. These are pudding, macaroni, momo, noodles, Tibetan bread, chapati, curry (veg and non-veg), soup, toast, porridge, eggs, etc. In beverages, you can get black tea, milk tea, Tibetan tea, coffee, flavored hot drinks, etc.
Responsible Trekking Company in Nepal
We organize trek and tour in a responsible way following the rules which is helpful, protecting the environment and the mother nature. This means that we use reusable water bottles, respecting local cultures, no trash on the trail.
Travel Insurance for 11 day Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna base camp trek has no proper means of transportation and basic health care facilities. Hence, travel insurance is compulsory and makes sure your travel insurance covered all accidents, helicopter evacuation and medical emergencies.
Is 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Safe?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 days is 100% safe. It is nice to trek with guide or in group of people. If you hire guide price ranges from USD 25 to 35 USD a day.
Stay Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp(4300m)
Annapurna Base Camp is the highest point of the trek, situated at an elevation of 4200m. The basic tea houses are there. So, you will stay overnight at Annapurna base camp, the 10th highest mountain in the world. Annapurna Base Camp are surrounded by the high Himalayas. The helicopter flight option is also possible to go and return from Annapurna base camp.
Electricity in Annapurna base camp trek.
You can charge batteries en route. For this, you need to bring your charger. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay an additional cost for it.
Money Matter
ATM machines are available only in Kathmandu and Pokhara to cash out Nepalese rupees. Hence, carry enough cash in Nepalese rupees for trekking in the mountains.
Internet-WiFi
Annapurna base camp trek 10 days offers good internet access in most of the places now. For this, you have to pay an additional cost for USD 5 per head.
Tips at the end of Annapurna Base Camp Trek
It is nice to give tips for guide and porter at the end of the trip as the thanks token taking you to the Himalayas and safely return to the city. The 15 to 20 percent of total trip cost, advisable to give tips to guide and porter.
Passports
A minimum of 6 months validity you have to carry while you are travelling in Nepal. We recommend taking copy of the main passport pages and other important documents with you as well as leave copies at home with family or friends.
Nepal Visa
All foreign nationals require visa to enter Nepal. Visas are obtainable from embassies abroad and upon arrival at Kathmandu-TIA airport. You may is a long queues to obtain Nepal visa at TIA. For the multiple entry visa fee that valid for 15 days costs US $30, 30 days – US $50 and 90 days costs US $125.
Equipment for 11 days Annapurna base camp trek
The proper trekking equipment is most important to enjoy this trek. In general,
All season sleeping bag and down Jacket, you need to carry with you. In addition, duffle bag or rucksack of 60 to 70 liter is advisable to bring with you. A wind and waterproof thin layered jacket is also necessary in the morning and evening above 3000m.
Upper Body
A pair of half gloves
A warmer hat that covers the ears
Sunglasses
Neck warmer
Sunscreen (35 to 60 SPF)
Headlamp and an extra set of batteries
Long sleeve t-shirts
Thermal tops
wool jacket or pullover
Sports bras for women and girls
Water and windproof shell jacket
Hands
A pair of half gloves for walking poles(if you prefer)
Warmer shell gloves and liner
Lower Body
Thermal underwear (especially trousers)
windproof and waterproof trousers
warmer trousers
Comfortable trekking pants
Extra casual sport pants
Footwear
A pair of good waterproof trekking boots
Pair of sandals
4-5 pairs of woolen socks
Sock liners
Light shoes and sneakers
First Aid Kits and Medicines
Assorted adhesive bandages (fabric preferred)
Blister treatment cream or similar
Insect / anti-itch ointment
Ibuprofen or other pain-relief medication
Diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness)
Warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage
Water purifying pills
Miscellaneous
4 passport size photos with original passport
Water bottle and filter
Flight Tickets
Bathroom kit(toilet paper, plastic bags, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.)
Extra things
Comfortable trekking poles
Quality energy dry foods
Power bank and music players
Camera (memory card, chargers, and extra batteries)
