Beginning of 13 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins from Kathmandu with a bus drive to Pokhara. The 25 minutes short flight is an alternative option to reach to Pokhara. It needs to drive an hour to Nayapul and hike to Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Poon Hill and the continue trek to Annapurna Base Camp. On the way to Pokhara, you have also an opportunity to dip into natural hot spring which is good to cure rheumatic and skin diseases.
Alternatives of Annapurna Base Camp Trek Nepal
13 days is too lengthy for you and no time for Annapurna base camp trek. There are other alternatives of 13 day Annapurna base camp trek. They are comfortable 7 days Annapurna base camp trek, Short Annapurna base camp trek 6 days, Mardi Himal Trek 5 days, and Poon Hill Trek 5 days.
13 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Autumn, Spring, Summer and Winter
Autumn and spring are the best time trekking to Annapurna base camp. At this time of the year, the weather is crystal clear with blue sky. The contrast landscapes with the sunny day approves this seasons the best time trekking to Annapurna base camp like other treks in Nepal.
ABC trek in summer is good to see wildflowers, but no good visibility of the Himalayas. It is still possible to trek Annapurna base camp in rainy season, but we can’t see clear view of the mountains, and also the leeches and rain my disturb you while trekking to Annapurna base camp.
Winter is also a good time if you wish to avoid crowds of trekkers. While trekking in winter season, you need to be careful with avalanches between Himalaya and Machhapuchhare base camp. There is a big risk of coming avalanche in the winter from January, February and March.
Overnight Stay Accommodation in 13 days ABC Trekking Nepal
There are basic tea house facilities to stay in 13 days Annapurna base camp trek. There are twins to 4-6 beds in a room with common bathroom and toilet. The room is small but cozy and tidy. Room has wooden bed, blankets, mattresses, pillows, and attached bathrooms (not everywhere) and the view is spectacular. Likewise, the single rooms are available except Bamboo, Dovan, Deurali, MBC, Himalaya and ABC. We will try to provide you the best available tea house during the trek.
Document for Annapurna Base Camp Trek 13 days.
The two permits are required trek to Annapurna Base Camp. The one is Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permit cost-USD 30. The second is Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) entry card permit that costs USD 20. We organize and issue these permit on behalf of you. We need your scan passport copy and passport size photographs in advance to make these permits.
13 day Annapurna Base Camp Trek Difficulty
It is a moderately difficult level trek. The people who are fit can do this trek without any previous trekking experience. Annapurna base camp at 4200 m is the highest point of the trek. In average, you need to walk 4 to 6 hours a day on uphill and downhill trail. It is a pleasant and an easy hiking goes through villages and forests.
Meals on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill
You will get three time meals-the breakfast, lunch and dinner on the trek. Any of these items-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 and Muesli for breakfast.
Thukpa (noodle soup), Dal 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 and Yak steak for lunch.
The Momos (dumplings), Thukpa (noodle soup), Dal 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 and Yak steak for dinner.
Desert and drinks like Rice Pudding, Apple pie, fruits snicker/ mars bar, popcorn, cake, pastries, tea, coffee, hot lemon, ginger lemon honey and hot water are available paying an extra cost.
Hot Drinks Option–Hot drinks like black/milk coffees, black/mint/ginger/Green/ lemon honey teas, hot chocolates, hot mango juice, hot oranges juice, hot pineapple juice.
Plenty of non-veg items are available in the menus, but the meats are not recommended because the meat in the mountain is not sanitary and healthy. So, please avoid taking meat, Alcoholic drinks, and smoking as you are in the trekking.
Last-Minute Booking for ABC Trek 13 days
The Last minute booking a day before the trek departure dates are acceptable. The 100% trip payment should be made if you book this trip via email and WhatsApp message. Last minute booking is not acceptable for Bhutan and Tibet tour.
Travel Insurance Required for 13 days ABC Nepal Trek
Travel insurance is compulsory for 10 days Annapurna base camp trek. It makes you feel safe from theft, natural disasters and medical emergencies. Please make sure that your travel insurance covers helicopter rescue and other medication in case of emergency.
Age Requirements
No age limit for 10 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You have to be mental prepared and physical fit for the trek. We also happy to customize itinerary as well as accommodation and transportation for private group trek as per your interest and request. The minimum age for this trek is 12 years old accompanied by a guardian over 21 years old. If you are 18 and above age, you can independently join on our ABC group trek.
Electricity
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 for trekking Nepal Annapurna Base Camp
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.
Solo Travelers
Single travelers also can join our 9-day Annapurna base camp trek in our group departure dates. No single supplement pay and we provide twin share room accommodation of same sex in the trek. If you are solo and want to do the private trip is also possible.
Departure Tax
All departure taxes should be included in your international flight ticket.
Safety and Security
We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe keeping of your passport, air tickets, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewelry at home – you won’t need it while travelling. Many of the hotels have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage.
You will have free time to pursue your own interests, relax and take it easy or explore at your leisure.The cities are generally safe in the day and risk at night. It is nice to stay in small groups and take taxi to and from restaurants at night excursions.
Drugs and Smoke
Illegal drugs are not allowed on any trips. Smoking marijuana and opium is not acceptable for our travellers, also illegal in Nepal. We have right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession and if they use prostitutes
Laundry
Laundry facilities are offered by some of tea house and hotel for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Passport
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 Trekking Annapurna Base Camp Nepal
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 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)