North annapurna base camp
The North Annapurna Base Camp trek is a less-crowded adventure offering stunning views of Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, and surrounding peaks. Starting from rural villages, the trail passes through terraced fields, forests, and remote valleys. You’ll experience warm local hospitality and untouched landscapes away from busy routes. The trek leads to the northern base camp, where the towering north face of Annapurna creates a breathtaking scene. It’s a rewarding journey for nature lovers seeking peace, cultural experiences, and spectacular Himalayan beauty.
4190m
12 days
2+
moderate
Tatopani
Hiking and Trekking
Tatopani
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kathmandu/ pokhara
12 days
Tourist coach, Domestic flight
Tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu, Teahouse during trek
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North Annapurna base camp trek is newly open and off the beaten trekking trail in Annapurna region. A very few people have done this trek in past years so tea house facilities are not available in this area. North Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is only for adventure seekers which starts from Pokhara and ends at Pokhara with private vehicle ride. During the trek, we organize a camping trek and also home stay according to the availability.
The northwest face of Annapurna come perfectly into view on the trail from Miristi Khola to North Annapurna Base Camp. The Northwest route completed by Reinhold Messner and Hans Kammerlander in 1985 comes in from the left, goes up the obvious valley skirting the glacier, and reaching the summit via the long summit ridge. Arrive at the first French Base Camp (4190 m) 3 hours after leaving from Miristi Khola camp. The first French Base Camp is in a nice location at the foot of the north Annapurna Glacier next to a beautiful aquamarine glacial lake, the beginning of the Miristi Khola. It’s on an area covered with brown covered gray sand and scattered strands of grass.
From the first French Base Camp we can observe a good view of the rocky north Annapurna glacier leading to the icefall that curves around leading to the north face of Annapurna. The panoramic view from the North Annapurna Base Camp is spectacular from Nilgiri to Tilicho Peak. Trekking route along the Kali Gandaki from Beni to Jomoson with a spur across the Thulobugin Pass to the North Annapurna Base Camp.
Day 1 : Arrive at Kathmandu (1400m) / Meet and Greet
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you and escort you to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and preparation for trekking
Morning wake-up and breakfast in the hotel.
Our guide will meet you in your hotel and brief you about the upcoming North Annapurna base camp trekking. He will guide you through all the formalities and necessary paper-works required for the trekking.
After that, we then do Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley of famous UNESCO world heritage sites like Boudhanath, one of the largest Stupas in the world; Swayambhunath, a famous monkey temple, and Pashupatinath, a sacred Hindu temple complex. Apart from Sightseeing, we also get a TIMS card and permits for our trekking on this day. In the evening, we do initial preparation for the trekking.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara (1400 m): 7 - 8 hours drive
To start our trekking, we wake up early in the morning, take our breakfast in the hotel and drive to Pokhara in a tourist coach. We take our lunch for the day on the way to Palpa Resort. Upon arrival at Pokhara transfer to the hotel. In the evening, we do some leisure activities around Phewa Lake and do final
preparation for the trekking.
Overnight at Hotel.
Alternative: You can also take a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. The duration of the flight is about 30 Minutes. One-way flight costs around 125 USD per Person. We can make a flight reservation for you. Please let us know.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport Pick-up and drop Service
- Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu (twin sharing basis) with breakfast
- Guided Tour of Kathmandu valley with an experienced tour guide
- Sightseeing charges and Entry fees
- Accommodation during the trek (teahouse / guesthouse / homestay)
- All meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Transportation (tourist coach / local bus / private vehicle)
- Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Insurance of the Guide and Porter
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Trekking Permit Card
- Medical kits carried by the guide
- All necessary paper works, office service charge and all Government Taxes
Optional Add-Ons:
- Porter (cost: 20 USD per day, carries 15 – 20 kg load. Porter’s accommodation, transport and meal is paid by the company)
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map (in case if you don‘t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip).
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
- Travel and rescue insurance (Mandatory: Should include emergency evacuation coverage while trekking up to 5500+ m)
- International airfare and Visa costs (you can get a Visa upon arrival at the Airport)
- Domestic Flight
- Personal interest items or gears
- Tips to guide / driver / porter
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Beverage and Drink Items / Other Extra facilities like hot shower during trek
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in “What’s Included” section.