Annapurna Base Camp Trek

12 Days @ US$ 915

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trip Overview

Key Information

Trip Length

12 Days

Activities

Trekking tour

Difficulty

Moderate/ strenuous

Max Elevation

4130M./13549ft.

Meal

Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel/Guest House

Transportation

Air/Car/Tourist Bus

Best Month

February-May/ September-December

Group Size

02 Minimum - 10 Maximum

Trekking Style

Lodge

Trip Route

Naya Pul / Ghandruk/ ABC

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is comparatively easier, cozier, safer, economical and time friendly trekking package than Everest Base Camp Trek. The Annapurna Base Camp trek is famous as ABC Trek and it has gained its popularity in recent context as trekkers with average physical fitness can also easily accomplish the trek with no prior experience.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is an opportunity to witness the pristine natural scenery; tranquil landscape; green rolling hills; and coruscating peaks of this region including Annapurna I, Machhapuchre, Gangapurna, and many other peaks.

Trekking to the base camp of the Annapurna is as equally fascinating and marvelous endeavor as trekking to Everest Base Camp. ABC Trek’s itinerary is especially tailored by the experts to avoid any risk and casualties; so ABC Trek is the best alternative of EBC trek for the enthusiastic trekkers who dream to trek in the Himalayas.

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Program

After enjoying the city excursion in Kathmandu on the second day of the trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek commences on next day with short flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara: the most beautiful tourist destination of Nepal.

From Pokhara, we drive to Ghandruk through Nayapul and then continue the trek from the most beautiful Gurung village: Ghandruk. It takes 2-3 hours to climb up to Chomrong, a confluence village on Annapurna Trail which is the perfect spot for enjoying modern amenities and panoramic scenery.

From Chhomrong, the trail traces the long and stone paved stair-case and follows the tiny villages and tea houses of ABC Trek: Sinuwa, Dovan, Bamboo and finally reach at Himalaya hotel before ascending to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/ 13,550ft). 

The trail to ABC from Himalaya Hotel ascends and descends through suspension bridges, dense forest, wide ridge, surging rivers and avalanche risk area.Annapurna Base Camp offers the dazzling 360° view of Annapurna range including Annapurna I (8,091m/26,454ft), Mt. Machhapuchre (6,997m/22,956ft), Bharha Chuli (7646m/25,085ft), Gandharwa Chuli (6,248m/20827), etc.

After spending melodious time at ABC, the trek retraces the previous trodden trails to Sinuwa and then drop down to Jhinu Danda: a popular hotspot for natural Hot spring. There is a belief that dipping in natural hot spring helps in blood circulation, reveal pain and heal skin problems. 

Eventually from Jhinu, the trail descends to Landruk – Phedi and finally drives to Pokhara for the final refreshment before returning back to Kathmandu. .

Outline ABC Trek Itinerary:

  • Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1 300m/4 265ft). MMT staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel.
  • Day 02: City Excursion and Trek Preparation:
  • Day 03: Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) – Pokhara (820m/2,690ft): 6-7 hrs drive
  • Day 04: Pokhara(820m/2,690ft) – Nayapul(1,070m/3,510ft)– Ghandruk (1,940 m/6,364 ft): 3½ hrs. Jeep drive, 65km.
  • Day 05: Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft) – Chhomrong (2,170 m/7,120ft): 10 km, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 06: Chhomrong(2,170m/7,120ft) – Himalaya Hotel (2,900 m/9,514ft): 14 km, 7-8 hrs.
  • Day 07: Himalaya Hotel(2,900m/9,514ft) – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 08: Annapurna Base Camp(4,130m/13,550ft) – Sinuwa (2,360 m/7,742 ft): 22 km, 9-10 hrs.
  • Day 09: Sinuwa(2,360m/7,742ft) – Jhinu Danda (1,780 m/5,840 ft) – Landruk (1,565 m/5,135 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 10: Landruk (1,565m/5,135ft)– Phedi(1130m/3,7007ft) – Pokhara (820m/2,690 ft): 6-7 hrs walk, 18 km, 40 min drive, 22 km
  • Day 11: Pokhara(820m/2,690ft)-Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) by Tourist Bus (6-7 hrs): 220 km
  • Day 12: Farewell/Departure Day:

Note: Trekking distances and times are approximate: times differ widely from group to group.

Itinerary Detail

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Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m/4,265ft): MMT staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel.

On the first day, our airport representative welcomes you at the Airport Terminal and then you will be taken to MMT office at Kaldhara. At the office, MMT’s expert will provides you further detail information about the trip and all the terms and condition will be disclosed. Eventually, our representative safely and comfortably takes you to the respective hotel. You can enjoy the city night life in the main tourist hub of Kathmandu: Thamel.

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 2 : City Excursion and Trek Preparation:

This day is scheduled to visit the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites including: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, along with other historical and holy places. Swoyambnhunath: After delightful breakfast in the morning, our city tour guide takes you to Swayambhunath which is at the top of the hillock to the west of Thamel. Swayambhunath is one of the oldest temples of Nepal which is popular among foreigners as ‘Monkey Temple’. The spectacular scenery, cheerful monkeys, tranquil environment makes Swoyambhu worth visit. Patan Durbar square: The excursion then accelerates towards Patan, the city of festival, feast, art and culture. The city is prominent place to visit due to ancient Patan Durbar square, Krishna Mandir, Ganesh mandir and many more temples and places. We inspect art, history, cultural importance and architectural craftsmanship of the city. Boudhanath: Boudhanath is next destination of city tour which lies at northeast of Kathmandu. The stupa here is one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal and is mostly visited by the Buddhist and Hindus pilgrims throughout the year. The aesthetic monks, prayer hymn, rolling Mani Wheels, and effused incense stick have made the vibrant ambiance in this area. Pashupatinath: Another most exciting place to visit in Kathmandu is Pashupatinath temple, the oldest temple in Nepal. This temple of lord Shiva is one of the sacred temples of Hindus living in every nook and corner. Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter inside the premises of the temple; however, one can capture the photos of the traditional cremation ceremony and temple from the opposite bank of the holy Bagmati River. After visiting the main UNESCO heritage sites, the guides then take you back to your own hotel. Get refreshed and prepare gears or luggage for the next day trek.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 3 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft):

After enjoying delicate breakfast at hotel, we fly from Tribhuwan International airport (Kathmandu) to Pokhara: the city of lakes. The plane lands at Pokhara airport after 25 minutes and then transfer to the hotel, take rest, feel fresh and explore the daytime in Pokhara: the main tourist hub in Nepal where tourists can enjoy all sorts of amenities and adventure activities. In the evening, the guides provide briefing about the trek. Tonight, stay at Pokhara.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
820
Day 4 : Pokhara(820m/2,690ft) – Nayapul(1,070m/3,510ft)– Ghandruk (1,940 m/6,364 ft): 3½ hrs. Jeep drive, 65km.

From Pokhara, we hire a jeep and drive through the dusty and off-road to Ghandruk via Nayapul. The drive today will be exhausted or monotonous to some trekkers due to bumpy drive; but the scenic scenery of green rolling hills, dense forest, rivers and pleasant environment fuel the happiness and excitement. After ½ hours of drive form Pokhara, we reach at Nayapul and then again we drive ½ hours to reach at Ghandruk. It is a beautiful Gurung village which reflects the traditional lifestyle and charismatic beauty. The village also offers the miraculous first view of snow capped mountains including Annapurna South, Himchuli, Machhapuchre (fishtail), GangaPurna, and few other peaks.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1940
Day 5 : Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft) – Chhomrong (2,170 m/7,120ft): 10 km, 6-7 hrs

Before we begin the first real day of hiking, we have delicious breakfast at Chhomrong and prepare for trek. From Ghandruk, the trail ascends to the highest point of the village Khomrong Danda then descends to the Kimrong Khola where we cross the suspension bridge and finally trek further continues uphill to Chhomrong through long and steep staircase. Chhomrong is a beautiful village on the lap of Annapurna Himal which offers the spectacular view of tantalizing peaks like Machhapuchre (fishtail) and Annapurna south. Overnight, stay at Chhomrong.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2170
Day 6 : Chhomrong(2,170m/7,120ft) – Himalaya Hotel (2,900 m/9,514ft): 14 km, 7-8 hrs.

After delightful breakfast at Chhomrong, we drop down through the longest stone-stair to Chhomrong Khola, cross the suspension bridge and ascend towards a small village Sinuwa walking through the stone-stair along terraced farmland and green hills. Sinuwa is a tiny village on the ridge which offers the spectacular close-up view of Mt. Fishtail and wondrous scenery. From Sinuwa, the trail descends to another village Bamboo and then ascends to Dovan through the dense bamboo, rhododendron and Oak forest from where we walk through the Modi Khola Valley and reach at Himalaya hotel. The village is the vantage place which offers the perfect view of Mt. fishtail. Overnight, stay at Himalaya hotel.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2900
Day 7 : Himalaya Hotel(2,900m/9,514ft) – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.

Today, we trek to ABC from Himalaya hotel. At first, the trail inclines for about half an hour to Hinku Cave from where we descend down, cross the Modi Khola stream and reach Deurali. The trail from Deurali to MBC is uphill-downhill and straight; but in some places there is high risk of avalanche. From Deurali, walk carefully through the pastureland and boulders along the Modi Khola, cross a small bridge and climb to MBC. From MBC, the trail climbs up to ABC witnessing the 360-degree sensational view of numerous snow-clad peaks including Annapurna III, Machhapuchre, Gangapurna, Gandharva Chuli, Annapurna south, etc. After 1-2 hours of climb from MBC, we reach at ABC (4,130m on the lap of Mt. Annapurna (8,091m/26,554ft). Overnight, stay at Annapurna Base Camp.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4130
Day 8 : Annapurna Base Camp(4,130m/13,550ft) – Sinuwa (2,360 m/7,742 ft): 22 km, 9-10 hrs.

We wake up early in the morning and make ourselves ready for the sensational view of sunrise over Mt. Annapurna. If you are a professional mountain photographer, get the camera gears within your reach for capturing the spectacular dawn and golden rays of light. After enjoying the time at ABC, take delightful breakfast and trek down to Sinuwa retracing the previous trodden trails. After 9-10 hours of walk from ABC, we reach at Sinuwa for tonight’s shelter.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2360
Day 9 : Sinuwa(2,360m/7,742ft) – Jhinu Danda (1,780 m/5,840 ft) – Landruk (1,565 m/5,135 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.

After delicious breakfast at Sinuwa, the trek descends down to Chhomrong Khola through stone-stair and then ascends to Chhomrong village through long and steep stair. From Chhomrong, we drop to Jhinu Danda where we soak our tired body, take natural bathe in natural hot-spring and get relaxed. There is a belief that dipping in natural hot spring helps in blood circulation, reveal pain, and heal skin problems. After taking bathe at natural hot spring, we trace down to Landruk. Overnight, stay at Landruk.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1565
Day 10 : Landruk (1,565m/5,135ft)– Phedi(1130m/3,7007ft) – Pokhara (820m/2,690 ft): 6-7 hrs walk, 18 km, 40 min drive, 22 km

From Landruk, we trek to Tolka through thin forest and ascend to Deurali on the top of the ridge which offers the magnificent view of Pokhara city, Phewa Lake and sparkling glimpse of the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri. Further, the trail traces through forest and down to Phedi through Dhampus. Eventually, we drive from Phedi to Pokhara. Tonight, we celebrate our victory in Pokhara: the main tourist hub in Nepal.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
820
Day 11 : Pokhara(820m/2,690ft)-Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) by Tourist Bus (6-7 hrs): 220 km

We enjoy our healthy and delicate breakfast at Pokhara and drive back to Kathmandu in a comfortable tourist bus enjoying the green rolling hills, surging rivers and silver mountain peaks. After 6-7 hours of drive, we reach at Kathmandu in daytime. Transfer to the hotel, be fresh, take some rest and explore Kathmandu in the evening time.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 12 : Farewell/Departure Day:

After delicate breakfast, check out your room and head to Tribhuwan International airport for departure flight. Final say: 12 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the best Annapurna Region trek which is tailored under the supervision of the experts. The itinerary of the trek is AMS friendly; so any trekkers with average physical stamina can accomplish the trek. Trekking to the Annapurna Base Camp is electrifying as we can witness pristine scenery, tranquil surrounding and tantalizing snow-clad peaks. Trails in the Annapurna region are also well maintained which makes the trek easier and comfortable; therefore ABC Trek is the better alternative trek of EBC Trek. Nepal always welcomes the trekkers in all seasons; trekking in off seasons like summer and winter can make the trek difficult and hazardous due to unpredictable climate. We humbly request all the trekkers to trek in best trekking seasons, spring and autumn for stupendous trekking experience. If you have any queries, contact us for further details. Thank You.

Food
Breakfast

What Is Included ?

  • Airport transfers 
  • 3 star Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast 
  • Guided City tour in Kathmandu covering 4 UNESCO heritage sites
  • Flight Kathmandu to Pokhara
  • All necessary paper work and permits (ACAP and TIMS Permits: bring 3 passport size photos for trekking legal documentation )
  • Trekking equipment: down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging
  • Private transport Pokhara to Naya Pul (trail foot)
  • Private transport Phedi (trail head) to Pokhara 
  • Full meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on your choice
  • Supplementary snacks: energy  bar and cookies
  • Seasonal fresh fruits deserts every day
  • Unlimited Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water
  • All mountain accommodation (Soft, comfort, private room with share toilet) 
  • 2 star Hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast for 2 nights  
  • Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus 
  • A comprehensive First Aid kit
  • Oxi-meter: To check pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation to ABC and return
  • All government and local taxes 
  • Souvenir: Trekking Route map printed T Shirts

What Is Excluded?

  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • City entrance fees in Kathmandu
  • Tour guide 
  • Hot  and bottle drink
  • Hot shower 
  • Electronic device recharge 
  • Wi-Fi
  • Travel insurance and medical evacuation 
  • Tipping 

Altitude Graph

Route Map

Additional Information

Trip Information Section

Meals

Eating is a big part of Holiday. Travelling with Mountain Mart Trek, you experience the vast array of wonderful food Nepalese, Chinese, Continental, Italian and several local cuisines. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic and each place special food during your trip. Mountain restaurant owner prefer not to order many dishes and waste food as they would like to cater more trekkers with limited food before run off stuck. Its a week or more days hard work to porters and caravans to bring food to these places. During this trek you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the same Lodge, lunch will be eaten at one of the trail side restaurants en-route.

Accommodation

A Tea House is the combination of guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. Private rooms are available in most Tea Houses, except for high altitudes ones where it will be just dormitories. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. There is a large dining room-cum-lounge, warmed by the bukhara stove (an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lighted. There is normally no electric lighting in the rooms unless the village has hydroelectric power. The dining room usually hassolar lighting.
Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances - mobile phones and cameras - and there may be a small charge for this.

Drinking water:

Mountain Mart Trek provides unlimited chlorine/Iodine treated water during the trek. All tea houses have mineral water and boiled water for trekkers upon additional cost. We discourage the purchase of Mineral water and bottled water while on the Trek as plastic bottles aredifficult to dispose off and have become an environmental problem

Route Map

Mountain Mart Trek offers you complementary route map and T-shirt

What to take

This is a very active trip, meaning you will be on the move most of the time, so pack as lightly as possible. We provide one porter for every two travellers; your trekking gear will be carried by the porter in a duffel bag that we will provide. The maximum the porters are allowed to carry 15 kgs per trekker means 30 kgs from 2 trekkers . Unnecessary luggage can left in Kathmandu Hotel and its absolutely free of cost. .

Important to note:

Please read the Checklist section of this trip notes for additional details of what you need to bring for the trek on this trip. You will need to bring a comfortable medium sized day pack to carry the things that you will need during the day. This should have a waist strap or (better) a padded waist belt. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the year.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please, read MMT’s ‘Terms and Conditions’ carefully prior to trip booking

Trekking or Mountaineering in the higher elevation of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which inherit the risk of AMS or injuries or even death. MMT is always concern regarding the comfort, safety and health of trekkers while meandering in higher altitude. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard; but sometime nature’s curse or fluctuate climate in Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned Terms and Conditions then you are heartily welcome at MMT office, Kaldhara-marg, Paknajol, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.

BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. All the bookings of the packages are dealt with Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition which is an authorized adventure company based in capital of Nepal: Kathmandu.

2. The term ‘Trip’ formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions or holiday in the mystical land, Nepal.
3. MMT faithfully offers all the amenities in the estimated price of the package.
4. Please go through itinerary page or trek inclusion page for the detail information of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:

  • Personal travel insurance, medical assistance and helicopter evacuation.
  • Visa, Passport and transit point expenses.
  •  Extra meals, entertainment activities, accommodation, transportation costs are not included in the itinerary.
  • Laundry, postal, medicine, clothing, gears and personal expenses.
  • Tips and excess baggage charge.

 5. The travelers must pay 20% upfront out of the total trip cost for the trip conformation.
6. You can pay the booking conformation amount either by credit card and wire transfer, both payment option subject to charge additional bank service fees upto 4% on top of the sum.
7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the conformation letter through online and assure to provide all the service detail as mentioned in the itinerary.
8. The final payment must be submitted at the MMT office before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before the payment.
09. Regarding trip cancellation, we entertain free trip cancellation service upon submission of trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date upon adequate evidence and written reasons.    
10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date then 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.
11. 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip departure date.
12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking payment if you cancel the trek prior to 15 days of the departure date.
13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it is started; but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.
14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the authority to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number (2) of travelers. In this condition, company will postpone or manage alternative trip.
15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather condition), we will refund after deduction of minimum operating cost involved.
16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.
17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as cancelation fee. The charge of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.
18. The policy of our company is: Trekkers must have insurance policy contract if they want to trek with MMT. The policy must feature: medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, as well as flight cancellation insurance if possible.
19. Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips which have high risk factor and demand more physical stamina plus training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.
20. There may appear hindrance, obstacles or circumstances like: political riot, insurgency, accident, climate change, or natural disasters during the course of trip. Make sure you are ready to deal with all these problems.
21. The trip route, accommodation, modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to the unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.
22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to above circumstances, we may charge additional cost or lessen the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.
23. MMT holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain or retain any members of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indiscipline. If you want to trek with MMT, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.
24. MMT has contracted with network of companies, government of Nepal, individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform their duties as contracted. We are not liable in case of loss, damage, irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.
25. MMT is not responsible for the violation of any law or rules committed by the travelers in any country.
26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No any individual: employees, representatives, guides of the company can alter the terms and conditions.
27. These terms and conditions may only be waived in special circumstances with written application to the director. Only the director of the company has all the right to amend them.
28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trekking. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval, if asked.
29. If the flight is cancelled or get delayed due to fluctuate climate or any other causes, MMT is not responsible for the extra expenses or compensation. We can manage alternative arrangement on special request which may demand other extra cost.
30. We have displayed the authentic, genuine and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If any mistake, incomplete or wrong information is seen, please inform us on time.
31. Please read all the above mentioned ‘Terms and Conditions’ before making the bookings. You must abide these conditions if you fancy to trek in the Himalayas with Mountain Mart Treks (MMT)

Foreigners other than Indian citizen, who intend to visit Nepal must hold a valid passport prior to applying for a Nepal visa. The passport must have six months validity from the date of arrival. Foreigners can obtain a Nepalese visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, or at a border immigration office. One recent copy of a passport size color photo is required to apply for Tourist Visa to Nepal. Mountain Mart Trek has listed Nepal visa information tips for travelers to Nepal.

Tourist visas shall be granted for a maximum period of 150 days in a visa year (January to December)

A foreigner who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year. If any foreigner who has entered Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to extend his/her stay into the new visa year, he/she may do so by purchasing another visa for the New Year. Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of the stay.

An application for a Tourist Visa must be submitted in the format referred to in Appendix 1.

A Nepali visa issued abroad is valid for entry for three to six months from the date of issue. True -

Tourist Visa Exceptions

Citizens of the following countries should be issue visa in their own country to Nepal embassy and consulate.

Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Zimbabwe.

Entry

No foreigners except Indians are entitled to Nepal without a valid visa.

Visas can be obtained from the following immigration offices in Nepal:

  • Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
  • Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
  • Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
  • Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
  • Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
  • Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
  • Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
  • Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)

Visa Application Forms

A copy of the Visa Form is available for use at the end of this document that avoids you long queue to pick up the Nepal visa form at the international airport.

Visa Fees

The fees payable only in USD dollars for obtaining a visa on arrival at any border are as follows:

  1. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days: US$ 25 payable only in USD dollars.
  2. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days: US$ 40 payable only in USD dollars
  3. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days: US$ 100 payable only in USD dollars
  4. Regardless of the provisions stated in points E1 and E2 above: Tourists with passports from South Asian
    Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan
    and Sri Lanka) are not required to pay visa fees for a 30 day visa.
  5. Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter into Nepal.

Visa Extension Fees

The fees payable (only in local Nepali currency) to extend the duration of your stay, or to renew a visa are:

  1. US$ 2 equivalent, in Nepali currency, per day of the extension period.
  2. An additional US$ 20 or equivalent, in Nepali currency, is payable on a single-entry visa in F1 if a MultipleEntry facility is requested for the extended period.
  3. If foreign visitors failed to renew their visa and need to do so at an exit point, they have to pay an additional equivalent to US$ 3, in Nepalese currency, on the regular visa extension fee.
  4. Foreign visitors who have overstayed their visa period of 150 days without extension are required to pay an additional visa fee as per provision in F3, plus a fine as specified in Clause 10 sun-clause 4 of the immigration Act 2049.
  5. Regardless of the provision stated in F1: 15 days is counted as a minimum extension period and the visa fee is charged accordingly. For an extension period of more than 15 days, the visa fee is charged as per the provision of F1.
  6. A tourist visa can be extended for up to a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (Jan. – Dec.).
    It is cheaper to purchase a 30 day visa at the point of entry and then to extend it, for 15 days or more at the Central Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara unless you are staying for 90 days or more

    For an extension to a visa you will need two additional passport photographs for each extension.

Transit Visa

A transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration offices at an entry point upon the production of a departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The fee is US$ 5 or equivalent convertible currency. A transit visa may not be extended.

A Nepali Visa can be obtained from Nepal Embassy / Consulate Offices in your country, or upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. It is also possible to obtain the visa from other border points of entry. You'll need 1 passport photo each time.

For foreign investors, a business visa with a multiple entry facility for a period of one year or five years can be obtained from the Department of Immigration on the recommendation of the Department of Industry and Commerce by paying US$ 100 and US$ 250 or equivalent convertible foreign or Nepali currency.

Note: While we try to make the information contained herein as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss, disruption or inconvenience sustained by anyone using this information.

Important Information to Visitors

Foreign visitors are requested to keep a note of the dates on their Nepalese visa and their passport number to avoid possible problems. Visa extensions need to be applied for, within the valid period of the Nepalese visa.

You are requested to ensure that you get the arrival/departure stamps on your passport at the entry /exit points to avoid possible legal complications.

Living in Nepal without a passport or a valid visa is a punishable offence.

Deviation from the prescribed trekking routes mentioned on your trekking permit will be treated as a violation of the law.

You are advised to be aware of brokers/cheaters and counterfeit documents or visa/trekking permits to avoid legal complications.

Change of purpose of your stay without permission is not allowed and employment or voluntary services while on a tourist visa is strictly prohibited. It will be a punishable offence.

Be certain to register at the police and Immigration check points along any trail. It would be wise to register your trekking destination and schedule at your Embassy or Consulate.

If you encounter problems along the trails, immediately inform the nearest police or Immigration post officials.

You are requested to change money with recognized dealers and do not forget to take and keep formal receipts.

You are requested to inform the officials at an Immigration Office or Police Station of any changes in the address previously given in your visa application form or disembarkation card, and within seven days.

If, as a tourist, your stay is more than 120 days in one visa year and you wish to visit additional places for longer than 24 hours, you must register at the local police office of such places, your name, passport number and address.

You are advised to be mindful to contact the Department of Immigration to request a visa transfer in the case of getting a new passport or travel document from your embassy, and within seven days.

Passport and trekking permits should be kept by each trekker while trekking.

Filming in restricted or notified areas without permission is strictly prohibited.

Please do not take out the visa stickers from your passport and do not try to change records printed in your passport.

We request your co-operation in observing the following guidelines during your stay in Nepal. Respect local traditions, customs, values and sentiments, help to protect local culture and maintain local pride.

  1. Respect privacy while taking photographs.
  2. Respect holy places.
  3. Refrain from giving money to children as it will encourage begging.
  4. Respecting local etiquette will earn you respect.
    Let the Himalayas change you – do not change them: so remember while you are on trekking:
  5. Leave campsites cleaner than you have found them.
  6. Do not light open fires.
  7. Burn dry papers and packets in a safe place.
  8. Keep local water clean and avoid using pollutants.
  9. Plants should be left to flourish in their natural environment.
  10. Help your guides and porters to follow conservation measures.
  11. Protect the natural environment.

Information for Indian Citizens

Indian citizens are permitted to travel in Nepal provided they have any one of the following documents:

Passport; Driving license with photograph; Identity card with photograph issued by a governmental body; Ration card with photograph; Voter identity card with photograph; Registration certificate issued by the Indian embassy to Indian citizens residing in Nepal; Ad hoc/temporary identity cards issued by the Indian embassy to the Indian citizen in the event of exigency; Document with photograph and setting out identity, issued by the sub-divisional magistrate or authority there above.

General Information

Department of Immigration
Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu.
Tel : 977 - 01 - 4433934 / 4429660 / 4438862 / 4438868
Fax : 977 - 01 - 4433935
Email : mail@nepalimmigration.gov.np
Web : http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/

Office Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 17:00 p.m. in Summer
  10:30 a.m. - 16:00 p.m. in Winter (Nov. to Jan.)
Friday 10:30 a.m. -15:00 p.m.

Visa Application Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 15:00 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m. - 13:00 p.m.

Note: All of the information above is based on information from the Department of Immigration of Nepal’s office and may be found on their website.

Trekking cards and Permits for Conservation Areas, National Parks and Restricted Areas

All trekkers are required to carry a Trekkers' Information Management System card (TIMS card). It is available from the Tourist Services Centre in Kathmandu: Sun – Fri 10:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00. It is free, but requires two passport photographs. (Trekking agencies provide the cards for their clients.) Show it at check points on trekking routes.

Trekking Permits are required for all treks that pass through Conservation Areas or National Parks.

Conservation Area permits can be purchased at the Tourist Services Centre for Rs 2000 plus two photographs.

National Park entry tickets cost Rs 3000 and require no photograph. Purchase at the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation office Sun – Fri 09:00 – 14:00 only (next to the Tourist Services office).

Restricted Area Permits are required mainly for camping style trekking in remote areas near the Tibetan border – for which a guide is strongly recommended. They can only be purchased for two or more trekkers. The permits are issued by the Central Immigration Office, require two working days, your original passports (not facsimiles) and two photographs. Costs range from US$10/week to US$500/10 days plus substantial additional amounts for each additional day. These will be procured by your chosen trekking agency. Offices are open daily, but with restricted hours on Saturdays.

Tourist Visa

The foreign tourist visiting Nepal shall be granted the tourist visa.

The tourist visa shall be granted for a period in maximum of 150 days in a visa year (Visa years means January to December).

A tourist who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year.

If any foreigner who has entered into Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to spend even the period during which he may stay in Nepal with the tourist visa of the other visa year, he may use such facility.

Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of his stay.

Note: Above information is based on Department of Immigration of Nepal office.

  • Reading/writing material
  • First-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes for cleaning can be purchased in Kathmandu.
  • Health requirements arranged
  • Money: cash/credit card
  • Down Sleeping bag provided by Mountain Mart Trek in Kathmandu 
  • Light weight Towel
  • Day pack (25-30 liter) to carry your personal needs during the day
  • Torch/flashlight - headlamp style is ideal
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen and lip balm
  • Refillable water bottle - Min 1 Liter Aluminum or Nalgene polypropylene are best
  • Warm Hat
  • Sunhat/bandana
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves - wool or fleeced and gore tex
  • Scarf
  • Bag Liners to waterproof your bags (A duffel bag is provided to each trekker for trekking by MMT in Kathmandu)
  • Sewing Kit
  • Wind and waterproof Jacket & Pants
  • Comfortable and sturdy walking shoes (worn frequently prior to departure)
  • Socks: thick wool blend and thin cotton to be worn in combination - ensure boots fit such combination
  • Running shoes or sandals for evening
  • Wool jumper/sweater/fleece. Lightweight during summer, 1 heavyweight or 2 lightweights during winter months.
  • T Shirts 2 or 3
  • Shirt - Long Sleeved
  • Pants - lightweight long trousers (jeans are unsuitable)
  • Thermals upper and lower
  • Extra warm clothing during winter (December to March) layered clothing - thermals.

Trip Reviews (4)

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Paulette REYNARD

29th May, 2022

During a five weeks trip through Nepal and North India,

I met Prem in Katmandu. He was my guide to go to the Anapurna Base Camp .

Prem's professionalism, generosity, kindness and his passion for his country, mountains and use

made this trek unforgettable.

I recommended Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition to many of my friends,

they all came back with the same enthusiasm.

Thanks a lot.

we will meet again.

Durant un voyage en solo à travers le Népal et l'Inde du nord,

j'ai rencontré Prem à Katmandou, qui fut mon guide pour rejoindre 

le Camp de Base de l'Anapurna.

Son professionnalisme, sa générosité, sa gentillesse et sa passion pour son pays,

 ses montagnes et ses coutumes ont fait de ce trek un moment inoubliable.

J'ai déjà recommandé Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition à de nombreux amis.

Ils reviennent tous avec le même enthousiasme.

Encore merci, en attendant de vous revoir.

 

Savoie France


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Keith Roberts

29th May, 2022

Annapurna Base Camp Trek - October 2014

 In late September this year a friend and I tackled the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Our experienced guide, Badri Panta, and a porter led a trek that matched our fitness levels and ensured that we successfully completed it without succumbing to the effects of altitude. 

This route passes through numerous attractive villages which are well geared for high-volume trekking; each with several tea houses that cater for the needs of the “foreign palate” with a wide variety of dishes. We walked for five to six hours a day – with the choice of moving on if we wanted to. The route follows the Modi Khola valley towards its glacial source through magnificent forests and terraced fields of rice, millet and vegetable gardens. Higher up this gave way to scrub vegetation and then the towering walls of ice that ring base camp with imposing Machhapuchhare on the eastern flank. 

Cloud tended to obscure the views from around 11am, but early mornings were generally clear. At base camp, moon lit views of the glacier and the surrounding peaks were only bettered by sunrise in a cold clear sky that devoured memory card space as the light changed. The faster return journey included an alternative lower route and shorter way out.

I want to offer sincere thanks to Badri, and MMTs smooth organisation, for an excellent trek. The route presents constant opportunities to meet and mingle with the friendly people and Badri’s knowledge and natural enthusiasm added greatly to our enjoyment of a special trek. It will not be our last! 

Keith Roberts
Cape Town, South Africa
E-mail: kroberts@telkomsa.net


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Visitor From China

29th May, 2022

Annapurna Base Camp Trek-September 2014

 2012年十月份的假期,我和一帮朋友到尼泊尔参加了人生第一次真正意义上的徒步,回到上海已经好几个月了。此次的尼泊尔之行让我感触良多,但却一直懒于提笔,所以一直拖到现在才写下这些记忆。

        我在世界各地旅行,从来都是自己动手,丰衣足食。自己研究地图,交通,景点,宾馆,租车等信息,自己安排好所有的行程。但是这样的出游通常都是不超过4个人,自己安排还是比较方便的。可是此次的尼泊尔之行却是要组织8个毫无徒步经验的人,去走ABC线路,而且徒步旺季要安排8个人入住同一间不能事先预订的山里小客栈还是挺困难的,所以终于还是决定找一家有经验的徒步公司帮我安排。

        考虑到我们是在尼泊尔的旅游旺季和国内的黄金周出行,而且我们8个人在加德满都和博卡拉参观以及进山出山时叫出租车也不方便,我计划从加德满都开始就有人帮助安排我们这么多人的住行。看了国内的很多游记,大部分徒步的人都是选择到博卡拉寻找背夫上山,所以没有发现什么适合我们的徒步公司推荐。于是在网上开始用Google搜索,经过对比和根据网站主页的第一印象,我选了和3家在加德满都的徒步公司联系,和这3家公司沟通了我的要求和想法之后,MOUNTAIN MART设计的ABC徒步线路以及和加德满都,博卡拉的衔接更加合理,价格也很有优势,同时,他们快速的响应速度,以及不厌其烦的态度也让我印象深刻,我最终选择了MOUNTAIN MART(以下缩写为MMT)。老实说,在行程开始之前,尽管已经和MMT有了多达十几轮的邮件沟通,也几乎把所有的重要信息确定下来,但是还是有一点担心自己的选择是否正确。

        好在我们这次共计14天的行程和经历都证明了这次的选择是正确英明的。而且这样的安排也比较适合比较菜的的徒步者,不算太累。我们这次的线路如下:

Sept.26 Shanghai-Kathmandu (香港转机,飞了大半天,有点累)

Sept.27 Kathmandu (城市观光)

Sept.28 Kathmandu-Pokhara (飞到博卡拉,下午在酒店休整)

Sept.29 Pokhara -Naya Pul -Ghandruk(进山开始徒步了)

Sept.30 Ghandruk-Chomorong

Oct.1 Chomorong -Himalaya Hotel

Oct.2 Himalaya Hotel-Annapurna Base Camp

Oct.3 Annapurna Base Camp-Bamboo

Oct.4 Bamboo-New Bridge

Oct.5 New Bridge¬-Landruk-Pokhara(终于从山里走出来了)

Oct.6 Pokhara(早上尝试了MMT安排的滑翔伞,下午观光,逛街)

Oct.7 Pokhara-Kathmandu(乘坐包车回加都)

Oct.8 Kathmandu-Hongkong(晚上的飞机,白天继续观光)

Oct.9 Hongkong-Shanghai     

        非常推荐大家去走ABC(安娜普娜大本营)的徒步线路,我们8个人几乎都是平时完全不进行体育锻炼的人,走这条线路是有点吃力的,但是这7天的徒步还是能够坚持下来的。这条线路沿途的山居人家的人文景观,绚丽的自然风光,雄伟的雪山都是值得去走走看看。另外,这条线路已经比较成熟,沿途都有客栈可以休息,尽管客栈的住宿条件和城市里的比起来差强人意,但是走了一天,能够在这样的客栈里休息已经很不错了,应该比露营要舒适很多的。

        我们的徒步向导Plam以及他的团队更是给我们留下了非常深刻的印象。也让我爱屋及乌地对尼泊尔人民的善良淳朴给予了最高评价。感人事迹列举如下:

1. 队伍里的一姑娘在徒步第一天就发现鞋子脱底了,尽管在大修后还是坚持了两天,但最后还是非常影响徒步,向导把自己的登山鞋和她对换,自己穿着一双破鞋走了后半程。

2. 下雨了,有团员没穿全防水的衣服,向导把自己的雨衣给她穿,自己淋成个落汤鸡,山里的雨,又在高海拔,那叫一个冰冷刺骨啊。

3. 每天到达目的地,向导总是把我们热汤热水地服务好,并把每个人第二天的早餐都记下安排好,再去和背夫一起吃晚饭。弄得我们都有点过意不去,好像变成剥削阶级了。

4. 我下山后在逛街时没看清路,摔了一跤,严重崴了脚,后面两天,向导一直背着我去看医生,背着我去吃饭,背着我去坐车……不夸张地说,比老公还细心体贴。

        这里就不一一列举了,否则大家还以为我是托呢。这次,我确实是被这一群淳朴的人给感动了一把,所以觉得还是有必要在这里表扬一下。

总之,这次的行程是景美,人美,天公也作美。我们8个人也很满意MMT提供的专业的,贴心的服务,非常期待计划中的EBC的行程呢!


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Shem Sochi

10th Mar, 2022

Annapurna Base Camp with a well experienced team!
Ive been wanting to go to Nepal and do some hiking for a long time and was finally able to go recently, I went going on my own and being my first time to Nepal I wanted to go with a guide, I saw some great reviews about Mountain Mart and decided to contant them...

Dolakh was quick to respond to any question I have and gave me lots of options for treks an itinirarys that sounded really great, I finally decided to go with the 10 day Annapurna Base Camp + Poon Hill trek from Kathmandu, Dolakh helped recommend a start date for me around my planned holiday and even helped me change the date last minute when I had some last mnute issues with my passport (long story haha).

Kumar was my guide during the trek and he was realy knowledgable and had great communication with me and all the guest house owners on the trek, everyone knew him, Dolakh and Mountain Mart and gave us their best hospitality which made the trek really comfortable and fun.

Kumar was also happy to adjust the itinirary during the trek according to my wishes and we were able to make it to Base Camp a day early before the weather changed and we got great views of the Annapurna Sanctuary and earned oursels a day off to relax in the Jinhu hot springs on the way back :)

In summary these guys are very profesional and have been trekking for more than 20 years in Nepal, they know everyone and all the routes and are a great choice if you are looking to do your trek there with confidence, we are already discussin our next adventure with Mountain Mart next year in the Everest region, 10/10 would recommend ;-)


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Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trip Overview

Key Information

Trip Length

12 Days

Activities

Trekking tour

Difficulty

Moderate/ strenuous

Max Elevation

4130M./13549ft.

Meal

Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel/Guest House

Transportation

Air/Car/Tourist Bus

Best Month

February-May/ September-December

Group Size

02 Minimum - 10 Maximum

Trekking Style

Lodge

Trip Route

Naya Pul / Ghandruk/ ABC

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is comparatively easier, cozier, safer, economical and time friendly trekking package than Everest Base Camp Trek. The Annapurna Base Camp trek is famous as ABC Trek and it has gained its popularity in recent context as trekkers with average physical fitness can also easily accomplish the trek with no prior experience.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is an opportunity to witness the pristine natural scenery; tranquil landscape; green rolling hills; and coruscating peaks of this region including Annapurna I, Machhapuchre, Gangapurna, and many other peaks.

Trekking to the base camp of the Annapurna is as equally fascinating and marvelous endeavor as trekking to Everest Base Camp. ABC Trek’s itinerary is especially tailored by the experts to avoid any risk and casualties; so ABC Trek is the best alternative of EBC trek for the enthusiastic trekkers who dream to trek in the Himalayas.

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Program

After enjoying the city excursion in Kathmandu on the second day of the trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek commences on next day with short flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara: the most beautiful tourist destination of Nepal.

From Pokhara, we drive to Ghandruk through Nayapul and then continue the trek from the most beautiful Gurung village: Ghandruk. It takes 2-3 hours to climb up to Chomrong, a confluence village on Annapurna Trail which is the perfect spot for enjoying modern amenities and panoramic scenery.

From Chhomrong, the trail traces the long and stone paved stair-case and follows the tiny villages and tea houses of ABC Trek: Sinuwa, Dovan, Bamboo and finally reach at Himalaya hotel before ascending to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/ 13,550ft). 

The trail to ABC from Himalaya Hotel ascends and descends through suspension bridges, dense forest, wide ridge, surging rivers and avalanche risk area.Annapurna Base Camp offers the dazzling 360° view of Annapurna range including Annapurna I (8,091m/26,454ft), Mt. Machhapuchre (6,997m/22,956ft), Bharha Chuli (7646m/25,085ft), Gandharwa Chuli (6,248m/20827), etc.

After spending melodious time at ABC, the trek retraces the previous trodden trails to Sinuwa and then drop down to Jhinu Danda: a popular hotspot for natural Hot spring. There is a belief that dipping in natural hot spring helps in blood circulation, reveal pain and heal skin problems. 

Eventually from Jhinu, the trail descends to Landruk – Phedi and finally drives to Pokhara for the final refreshment before returning back to Kathmandu. .

Outline ABC Trek Itinerary:

  • Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1 300m/4 265ft). MMT staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel.
  • Day 02: City Excursion and Trek Preparation:
  • Day 03: Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) – Pokhara (820m/2,690ft): 6-7 hrs drive
  • Day 04: Pokhara(820m/2,690ft) – Nayapul(1,070m/3,510ft)– Ghandruk (1,940 m/6,364 ft): 3½ hrs. Jeep drive, 65km.
  • Day 05: Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft) – Chhomrong (2,170 m/7,120ft): 10 km, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 06: Chhomrong(2,170m/7,120ft) – Himalaya Hotel (2,900 m/9,514ft): 14 km, 7-8 hrs.
  • Day 07: Himalaya Hotel(2,900m/9,514ft) – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 08: Annapurna Base Camp(4,130m/13,550ft) – Sinuwa (2,360 m/7,742 ft): 22 km, 9-10 hrs.
  • Day 09: Sinuwa(2,360m/7,742ft) – Jhinu Danda (1,780 m/5,840 ft) – Landruk (1,565 m/5,135 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 10: Landruk (1,565m/5,135ft)– Phedi(1130m/3,7007ft) – Pokhara (820m/2,690 ft): 6-7 hrs walk, 18 km, 40 min drive, 22 km
  • Day 11: Pokhara(820m/2,690ft)-Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) by Tourist Bus (6-7 hrs): 220 km
  • Day 12: Farewell/Departure Day:

Note: Trekking distances and times are approximate: times differ widely from group to group.

Itinerary Detail

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m/4,265ft): MMT staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel.

On the first day, our airport representative welcomes you at the Airport Terminal and then you will be taken to MMT office at Kaldhara. At the office, MMT’s expert will provides you further detail information about the trip and all the terms and condition will be disclosed. Eventually, our representative safely and comfortably takes you to the respective hotel. You can enjoy the city night life in the main tourist hub of Kathmandu: Thamel.

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 2 : City Excursion and Trek Preparation:

This day is scheduled to visit the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites including: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, along with other historical and holy places. Swoyambnhunath: After delightful breakfast in the morning, our city tour guide takes you to Swayambhunath which is at the top of the hillock to the west of Thamel. Swayambhunath is one of the oldest temples of Nepal which is popular among foreigners as ‘Monkey Temple’. The spectacular scenery, cheerful monkeys, tranquil environment makes Swoyambhu worth visit. Patan Durbar square: The excursion then accelerates towards Patan, the city of festival, feast, art and culture. The city is prominent place to visit due to ancient Patan Durbar square, Krishna Mandir, Ganesh mandir and many more temples and places. We inspect art, history, cultural importance and architectural craftsmanship of the city. Boudhanath: Boudhanath is next destination of city tour which lies at northeast of Kathmandu. The stupa here is one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal and is mostly visited by the Buddhist and Hindus pilgrims throughout the year. The aesthetic monks, prayer hymn, rolling Mani Wheels, and effused incense stick have made the vibrant ambiance in this area. Pashupatinath: Another most exciting place to visit in Kathmandu is Pashupatinath temple, the oldest temple in Nepal. This temple of lord Shiva is one of the sacred temples of Hindus living in every nook and corner. Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter inside the premises of the temple; however, one can capture the photos of the traditional cremation ceremony and temple from the opposite bank of the holy Bagmati River. After visiting the main UNESCO heritage sites, the guides then take you back to your own hotel. Get refreshed and prepare gears or luggage for the next day trek.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 3 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft):

After enjoying delicate breakfast at hotel, we fly from Tribhuwan International airport (Kathmandu) to Pokhara: the city of lakes. The plane lands at Pokhara airport after 25 minutes and then transfer to the hotel, take rest, feel fresh and explore the daytime in Pokhara: the main tourist hub in Nepal where tourists can enjoy all sorts of amenities and adventure activities. In the evening, the guides provide briefing about the trek. Tonight, stay at Pokhara.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
820
Day 4 : Pokhara(820m/2,690ft) – Nayapul(1,070m/3,510ft)– Ghandruk (1,940 m/6,364 ft): 3½ hrs. Jeep drive, 65km.

From Pokhara, we hire a jeep and drive through the dusty and off-road to Ghandruk via Nayapul. The drive today will be exhausted or monotonous to some trekkers due to bumpy drive; but the scenic scenery of green rolling hills, dense forest, rivers and pleasant environment fuel the happiness and excitement. After ½ hours of drive form Pokhara, we reach at Nayapul and then again we drive ½ hours to reach at Ghandruk. It is a beautiful Gurung village which reflects the traditional lifestyle and charismatic beauty. The village also offers the miraculous first view of snow capped mountains including Annapurna South, Himchuli, Machhapuchre (fishtail), GangaPurna, and few other peaks.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1940
Day 5 : Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft) – Chhomrong (2,170 m/7,120ft): 10 km, 6-7 hrs

Before we begin the first real day of hiking, we have delicious breakfast at Chhomrong and prepare for trek. From Ghandruk, the trail ascends to the highest point of the village Khomrong Danda then descends to the Kimrong Khola where we cross the suspension bridge and finally trek further continues uphill to Chhomrong through long and steep staircase. Chhomrong is a beautiful village on the lap of Annapurna Himal which offers the spectacular view of tantalizing peaks like Machhapuchre (fishtail) and Annapurna south. Overnight, stay at Chhomrong.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2170
Day 6 : Chhomrong(2,170m/7,120ft) – Himalaya Hotel (2,900 m/9,514ft): 14 km, 7-8 hrs.

After delightful breakfast at Chhomrong, we drop down through the longest stone-stair to Chhomrong Khola, cross the suspension bridge and ascend towards a small village Sinuwa walking through the stone-stair along terraced farmland and green hills. Sinuwa is a tiny village on the ridge which offers the spectacular close-up view of Mt. Fishtail and wondrous scenery. From Sinuwa, the trail descends to another village Bamboo and then ascends to Dovan through the dense bamboo, rhododendron and Oak forest from where we walk through the Modi Khola Valley and reach at Himalaya hotel. The village is the vantage place which offers the perfect view of Mt. fishtail. Overnight, stay at Himalaya hotel.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2900
Day 7 : Himalaya Hotel(2,900m/9,514ft) – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.

Today, we trek to ABC from Himalaya hotel. At first, the trail inclines for about half an hour to Hinku Cave from where we descend down, cross the Modi Khola stream and reach Deurali. The trail from Deurali to MBC is uphill-downhill and straight; but in some places there is high risk of avalanche. From Deurali, walk carefully through the pastureland and boulders along the Modi Khola, cross a small bridge and climb to MBC. From MBC, the trail climbs up to ABC witnessing the 360-degree sensational view of numerous snow-clad peaks including Annapurna III, Machhapuchre, Gangapurna, Gandharva Chuli, Annapurna south, etc. After 1-2 hours of climb from MBC, we reach at ABC (4,130m on the lap of Mt. Annapurna (8,091m/26,554ft). Overnight, stay at Annapurna Base Camp.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4130
Day 8 : Annapurna Base Camp(4,130m/13,550ft) – Sinuwa (2,360 m/7,742 ft): 22 km, 9-10 hrs.

We wake up early in the morning and make ourselves ready for the sensational view of sunrise over Mt. Annapurna. If you are a professional mountain photographer, get the camera gears within your reach for capturing the spectacular dawn and golden rays of light. After enjoying the time at ABC, take delightful breakfast and trek down to Sinuwa retracing the previous trodden trails. After 9-10 hours of walk from ABC, we reach at Sinuwa for tonight’s shelter.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2360
Day 9 : Sinuwa(2,360m/7,742ft) – Jhinu Danda (1,780 m/5,840 ft) – Landruk (1,565 m/5,135 ft): 11 km, 6-7 hrs.

After delicious breakfast at Sinuwa, the trek descends down to Chhomrong Khola through stone-stair and then ascends to Chhomrong village through long and steep stair. From Chhomrong, we drop to Jhinu Danda where we soak our tired body, take natural bathe in natural hot-spring and get relaxed. There is a belief that dipping in natural hot spring helps in blood circulation, reveal pain, and heal skin problems. After taking bathe at natural hot spring, we trace down to Landruk. Overnight, stay at Landruk.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1565
Day 10 : Landruk (1,565m/5,135ft)– Phedi(1130m/3,7007ft) – Pokhara (820m/2,690 ft): 6-7 hrs walk, 18 km, 40 min drive, 22 km

From Landruk, we trek to Tolka through thin forest and ascend to Deurali on the top of the ridge which offers the magnificent view of Pokhara city, Phewa Lake and sparkling glimpse of the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri. Further, the trail traces through forest and down to Phedi through Dhampus. Eventually, we drive from Phedi to Pokhara. Tonight, we celebrate our victory in Pokhara: the main tourist hub in Nepal.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
820
Day 11 : Pokhara(820m/2,690ft)-Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) by Tourist Bus (6-7 hrs): 220 km

We enjoy our healthy and delicate breakfast at Pokhara and drive back to Kathmandu in a comfortable tourist bus enjoying the green rolling hills, surging rivers and silver mountain peaks. After 6-7 hours of drive, we reach at Kathmandu in daytime. Transfer to the hotel, be fresh, take some rest and explore Kathmandu in the evening time.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 12 : Farewell/Departure Day:

After delicate breakfast, check out your room and head to Tribhuwan International airport for departure flight. Final say: 12 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the best Annapurna Region trek which is tailored under the supervision of the experts. The itinerary of the trek is AMS friendly; so any trekkers with average physical stamina can accomplish the trek. Trekking to the Annapurna Base Camp is electrifying as we can witness pristine scenery, tranquil surrounding and tantalizing snow-clad peaks. Trails in the Annapurna region are also well maintained which makes the trek easier and comfortable; therefore ABC Trek is the better alternative trek of EBC Trek. Nepal always welcomes the trekkers in all seasons; trekking in off seasons like summer and winter can make the trek difficult and hazardous due to unpredictable climate. We humbly request all the trekkers to trek in best trekking seasons, spring and autumn for stupendous trekking experience. If you have any queries, contact us for further details. Thank You.

Food
Breakfast

What Is Included ?

  • Airport transfers 
  • 3 star Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast 
  • Guided City tour in Kathmandu covering 4 UNESCO heritage sites
  • Flight Kathmandu to Pokhara
  • All necessary paper work and permits (ACAP and TIMS Permits: bring 3 passport size photos for trekking legal documentation )
  • Trekking equipment: down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging
  • Private transport Pokhara to Naya Pul (trail foot)
  • Private transport Phedi (trail head) to Pokhara 
  • Full meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on your choice
  • Supplementary snacks: energy  bar and cookies
  • Seasonal fresh fruits deserts every day
  • Unlimited Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water
  • All mountain accommodation (Soft, comfort, private room with share toilet) 
  • 2 star Hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast for 2 nights  
  • Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus 
  • A comprehensive First Aid kit
  • Oxi-meter: To check pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation to ABC and return
  • All government and local taxes 
  • Souvenir: Trekking Route map printed T Shirts

What Is Excluded?

  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • City entrance fees in Kathmandu
  • Tour guide 
  • Hot  and bottle drink
  • Hot shower 
  • Electronic device recharge 
  • Wi-Fi
  • Travel insurance and medical evacuation 
  • Tipping 

Additional Information

Trip Information Section

Meals

Eating is a big part of Holiday. Travelling with Mountain Mart Trek, you experience the vast array of wonderful food Nepalese, Chinese, Continental, Italian and several local cuisines. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic and each place special food during your trip. Mountain restaurant owner prefer not to order many dishes and waste food as they would like to cater more trekkers with limited food before run off stuck. Its a week or more days hard work to porters and caravans to bring food to these places. During this trek you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the same Lodge, lunch will be eaten at one of the trail side restaurants en-route.

Accommodation

A Tea House is the combination of guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. Private rooms are available in most Tea Houses, except for high altitudes ones where it will be just dormitories. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. There is a large dining room-cum-lounge, warmed by the bukhara stove (an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lighted. There is normally no electric lighting in the rooms unless the village has hydroelectric power. The dining room usually hassolar lighting.
Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances - mobile phones and cameras - and there may be a small charge for this.

Drinking water:

Mountain Mart Trek provides unlimited chlorine/Iodine treated water during the trek. All tea houses have mineral water and boiled water for trekkers upon additional cost. We discourage the purchase of Mineral water and bottled water while on the Trek as plastic bottles aredifficult to dispose off and have become an environmental problem

Route Map

Mountain Mart Trek offers you complementary route map and T-shirt

What to take

This is a very active trip, meaning you will be on the move most of the time, so pack as lightly as possible. We provide one porter for every two travellers; your trekking gear will be carried by the porter in a duffel bag that we will provide. The maximum the porters are allowed to carry 15 kgs per trekker means 30 kgs from 2 trekkers . Unnecessary luggage can left in Kathmandu Hotel and its absolutely free of cost. .

Important to note:

Please read the Checklist section of this trip notes for additional details of what you need to bring for the trek on this trip. You will need to bring a comfortable medium sized day pack to carry the things that you will need during the day. This should have a waist strap or (better) a padded waist belt. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the year.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please, read MMT’s ‘Terms and Conditions’ carefully prior to trip booking

Trekking or Mountaineering in the higher elevation of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which inherit the risk of AMS or injuries or even death. MMT is always concern regarding the comfort, safety and health of trekkers while meandering in higher altitude. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard; but sometime nature’s curse or fluctuate climate in Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned Terms and Conditions then you are heartily welcome at MMT office, Kaldhara-marg, Paknajol, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.

BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. All the bookings of the packages are dealt with Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition which is an authorized adventure company based in capital of Nepal: Kathmandu.

2. The term ‘Trip’ formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions or holiday in the mystical land, Nepal.
3. MMT faithfully offers all the amenities in the estimated price of the package.
4. Please go through itinerary page or trek inclusion page for the detail information of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:

  • Personal travel insurance, medical assistance and helicopter evacuation.
  • Visa, Passport and transit point expenses.
  •  Extra meals, entertainment activities, accommodation, transportation costs are not included in the itinerary.
  • Laundry, postal, medicine, clothing, gears and personal expenses.
  • Tips and excess baggage charge.

 5. The travelers must pay 20% upfront out of the total trip cost for the trip conformation.
6. You can pay the booking conformation amount either by credit card and wire transfer, both payment option subject to charge additional bank service fees upto 4% on top of the sum.
7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the conformation letter through online and assure to provide all the service detail as mentioned in the itinerary.
8. The final payment must be submitted at the MMT office before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before the payment.
09. Regarding trip cancellation, we entertain free trip cancellation service upon submission of trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date upon adequate evidence and written reasons.    
10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date then 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.
11. 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip departure date.
12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking payment if you cancel the trek prior to 15 days of the departure date.
13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it is started; but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.
14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the authority to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number (2) of travelers. In this condition, company will postpone or manage alternative trip.
15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather condition), we will refund after deduction of minimum operating cost involved.
16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.
17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as cancelation fee. The charge of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.
18. The policy of our company is: Trekkers must have insurance policy contract if they want to trek with MMT. The policy must feature: medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, as well as flight cancellation insurance if possible.
19. Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips which have high risk factor and demand more physical stamina plus training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.
20. There may appear hindrance, obstacles or circumstances like: political riot, insurgency, accident, climate change, or natural disasters during the course of trip. Make sure you are ready to deal with all these problems.
21. The trip route, accommodation, modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to the unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.
22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to above circumstances, we may charge additional cost or lessen the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.
23. MMT holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain or retain any members of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indiscipline. If you want to trek with MMT, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.
24. MMT has contracted with network of companies, government of Nepal, individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform their duties as contracted. We are not liable in case of loss, damage, irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.
25. MMT is not responsible for the violation of any law or rules committed by the travelers in any country.
26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No any individual: employees, representatives, guides of the company can alter the terms and conditions.
27. These terms and conditions may only be waived in special circumstances with written application to the director. Only the director of the company has all the right to amend them.
28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trekking. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval, if asked.
29. If the flight is cancelled or get delayed due to fluctuate climate or any other causes, MMT is not responsible for the extra expenses or compensation. We can manage alternative arrangement on special request which may demand other extra cost.
30. We have displayed the authentic, genuine and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If any mistake, incomplete or wrong information is seen, please inform us on time.
31. Please read all the above mentioned ‘Terms and Conditions’ before making the bookings. You must abide these conditions if you fancy to trek in the Himalayas with Mountain Mart Treks (MMT)

Foreigners other than Indian citizen, who intend to visit Nepal must hold a valid passport prior to applying for a Nepal visa. The passport must have six months validity from the date of arrival. Foreigners can obtain a Nepalese visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, or at a border immigration office. One recent copy of a passport size color photo is required to apply for Tourist Visa to Nepal. Mountain Mart Trek has listed Nepal visa information tips for travelers to Nepal.

Tourist visas shall be granted for a maximum period of 150 days in a visa year (January to December)

A foreigner who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year. If any foreigner who has entered Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to extend his/her stay into the new visa year, he/she may do so by purchasing another visa for the New Year. Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of the stay.

An application for a Tourist Visa must be submitted in the format referred to in Appendix 1.

A Nepali visa issued abroad is valid for entry for three to six months from the date of issue. True -

Tourist Visa Exceptions

Citizens of the following countries should be issue visa in their own country to Nepal embassy and consulate.

Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Zimbabwe.

Entry

No foreigners except Indians are entitled to Nepal without a valid visa.

Visas can be obtained from the following immigration offices in Nepal:

  • Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
  • Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
  • Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
  • Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
  • Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
  • Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
  • Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
  • Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)

Visa Application Forms

A copy of the Visa Form is available for use at the end of this document that avoids you long queue to pick up the Nepal visa form at the international airport.

Visa Fees

The fees payable only in USD dollars for obtaining a visa on arrival at any border are as follows:

  1. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days: US$ 25 payable only in USD dollars.
  2. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days: US$ 40 payable only in USD dollars
  3. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days: US$ 100 payable only in USD dollars
  4. Regardless of the provisions stated in points E1 and E2 above: Tourists with passports from South Asian
    Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan
    and Sri Lanka) are not required to pay visa fees for a 30 day visa.
  5. Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter into Nepal.

Visa Extension Fees

The fees payable (only in local Nepali currency) to extend the duration of your stay, or to renew a visa are:

  1. US$ 2 equivalent, in Nepali currency, per day of the extension period.
  2. An additional US$ 20 or equivalent, in Nepali currency, is payable on a single-entry visa in F1 if a MultipleEntry facility is requested for the extended period.
  3. If foreign visitors failed to renew their visa and need to do so at an exit point, they have to pay an additional equivalent to US$ 3, in Nepalese currency, on the regular visa extension fee.
  4. Foreign visitors who have overstayed their visa period of 150 days without extension are required to pay an additional visa fee as per provision in F3, plus a fine as specified in Clause 10 sun-clause 4 of the immigration Act 2049.
  5. Regardless of the provision stated in F1: 15 days is counted as a minimum extension period and the visa fee is charged accordingly. For an extension period of more than 15 days, the visa fee is charged as per the provision of F1.
  6. A tourist visa can be extended for up to a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (Jan. – Dec.).
    It is cheaper to purchase a 30 day visa at the point of entry and then to extend it, for 15 days or more at the Central Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara unless you are staying for 90 days or more

    For an extension to a visa you will need two additional passport photographs for each extension.

Transit Visa

A transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration offices at an entry point upon the production of a departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The fee is US$ 5 or equivalent convertible currency. A transit visa may not be extended.

A Nepali Visa can be obtained from Nepal Embassy / Consulate Offices in your country, or upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. It is also possible to obtain the visa from other border points of entry. You'll need 1 passport photo each time.

For foreign investors, a business visa with a multiple entry facility for a period of one year or five years can be obtained from the Department of Immigration on the recommendation of the Department of Industry and Commerce by paying US$ 100 and US$ 250 or equivalent convertible foreign or Nepali currency.

Note: While we try to make the information contained herein as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss, disruption or inconvenience sustained by anyone using this information.

Important Information to Visitors

Foreign visitors are requested to keep a note of the dates on their Nepalese visa and their passport number to avoid possible problems. Visa extensions need to be applied for, within the valid period of the Nepalese visa.

You are requested to ensure that you get the arrival/departure stamps on your passport at the entry /exit points to avoid possible legal complications.

Living in Nepal without a passport or a valid visa is a punishable offence.

Deviation from the prescribed trekking routes mentioned on your trekking permit will be treated as a violation of the law.

You are advised to be aware of brokers/cheaters and counterfeit documents or visa/trekking permits to avoid legal complications.

Change of purpose of your stay without permission is not allowed and employment or voluntary services while on a tourist visa is strictly prohibited. It will be a punishable offence.

Be certain to register at the police and Immigration check points along any trail. It would be wise to register your trekking destination and schedule at your Embassy or Consulate.

If you encounter problems along the trails, immediately inform the nearest police or Immigration post officials.

You are requested to change money with recognized dealers and do not forget to take and keep formal receipts.

You are requested to inform the officials at an Immigration Office or Police Station of any changes in the address previously given in your visa application form or disembarkation card, and within seven days.

If, as a tourist, your stay is more than 120 days in one visa year and you wish to visit additional places for longer than 24 hours, you must register at the local police office of such places, your name, passport number and address.

You are advised to be mindful to contact the Department of Immigration to request a visa transfer in the case of getting a new passport or travel document from your embassy, and within seven days.

Passport and trekking permits should be kept by each trekker while trekking.

Filming in restricted or notified areas without permission is strictly prohibited.

Please do not take out the visa stickers from your passport and do not try to change records printed in your passport.

We request your co-operation in observing the following guidelines during your stay in Nepal. Respect local traditions, customs, values and sentiments, help to protect local culture and maintain local pride.

  1. Respect privacy while taking photographs.
  2. Respect holy places.
  3. Refrain from giving money to children as it will encourage begging.
  4. Respecting local etiquette will earn you respect.
    Let the Himalayas change you – do not change them: so remember while you are on trekking:
  5. Leave campsites cleaner than you have found them.
  6. Do not light open fires.
  7. Burn dry papers and packets in a safe place.
  8. Keep local water clean and avoid using pollutants.
  9. Plants should be left to flourish in their natural environment.
  10. Help your guides and porters to follow conservation measures.
  11. Protect the natural environment.

Information for Indian Citizens

Indian citizens are permitted to travel in Nepal provided they have any one of the following documents:

Passport; Driving license with photograph; Identity card with photograph issued by a governmental body; Ration card with photograph; Voter identity card with photograph; Registration certificate issued by the Indian embassy to Indian citizens residing in Nepal; Ad hoc/temporary identity cards issued by the Indian embassy to the Indian citizen in the event of exigency; Document with photograph and setting out identity, issued by the sub-divisional magistrate or authority there above.

General Information

Department of Immigration
Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu.
Tel : 977 - 01 - 4433934 / 4429660 / 4438862 / 4438868
Fax : 977 - 01 - 4433935
Email : mail@nepalimmigration.gov.np
Web : http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/

Office Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 17:00 p.m. in Summer
  10:30 a.m. - 16:00 p.m. in Winter (Nov. to Jan.)
Friday 10:30 a.m. -15:00 p.m.

Visa Application Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 15:00 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m. - 13:00 p.m.

Note: All of the information above is based on information from the Department of Immigration of Nepal’s office and may be found on their website.

Trekking cards and Permits for Conservation Areas, National Parks and Restricted Areas

All trekkers are required to carry a Trekkers' Information Management System card (TIMS card). It is available from the Tourist Services Centre in Kathmandu: Sun – Fri 10:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00. It is free, but requires two passport photographs. (Trekking agencies provide the cards for their clients.) Show it at check points on trekking routes.

Trekking Permits are required for all treks that pass through Conservation Areas or National Parks.

Conservation Area permits can be purchased at the Tourist Services Centre for Rs 2000 plus two photographs.

National Park entry tickets cost Rs 3000 and require no photograph. Purchase at the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation office Sun – Fri 09:00 – 14:00 only (next to the Tourist Services office).

Restricted Area Permits are required mainly for camping style trekking in remote areas near the Tibetan border – for which a guide is strongly recommended. They can only be purchased for two or more trekkers. The permits are issued by the Central Immigration Office, require two working days, your original passports (not facsimiles) and two photographs. Costs range from US$10/week to US$500/10 days plus substantial additional amounts for each additional day. These will be procured by your chosen trekking agency. Offices are open daily, but with restricted hours on Saturdays.

Tourist Visa

The foreign tourist visiting Nepal shall be granted the tourist visa.

The tourist visa shall be granted for a period in maximum of 150 days in a visa year (Visa years means January to December).

A tourist who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year.

If any foreigner who has entered into Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to spend even the period during which he may stay in Nepal with the tourist visa of the other visa year, he may use such facility.

Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of his stay.

Note: Above information is based on Department of Immigration of Nepal office.

  • Reading/writing material
  • First-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes for cleaning can be purchased in Kathmandu.
  • Health requirements arranged
  • Money: cash/credit card
  • Down Sleeping bag provided by Mountain Mart Trek in Kathmandu 
  • Light weight Towel
  • Day pack (25-30 liter) to carry your personal needs during the day
  • Torch/flashlight - headlamp style is ideal
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen and lip balm
  • Refillable water bottle - Min 1 Liter Aluminum or Nalgene polypropylene are best
  • Warm Hat
  • Sunhat/bandana
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves - wool or fleeced and gore tex
  • Scarf
  • Bag Liners to waterproof your bags (A duffel bag is provided to each trekker for trekking by MMT in Kathmandu)
  • Sewing Kit
  • Wind and waterproof Jacket & Pants
  • Comfortable and sturdy walking shoes (worn frequently prior to departure)
  • Socks: thick wool blend and thin cotton to be worn in combination - ensure boots fit such combination
  • Running shoes or sandals for evening
  • Wool jumper/sweater/fleece. Lightweight during summer, 1 heavyweight or 2 lightweights during winter months.
  • T Shirts 2 or 3
  • Shirt - Long Sleeved
  • Pants - lightweight long trousers (jeans are unsuitable)
  • Thermals upper and lower
  • Extra warm clothing during winter (December to March) layered clothing - thermals.

Trip Reviews (4)

During a five weeks trip through Nepal and North India,

I met Prem in Katmandu. He was my guide to go to the Anapurna Base Camp .

Prem's professionalism, generosity, kindness and his passion for his country, mountains and use

made this trek unforgettable.

I recommended Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition to many of my friends,

they all came back with the same enthusiasm.

Thanks a lot.

we will meet again.

Durant un voyage en solo à travers le Népal et l'Inde du nord,

j'ai rencontré Prem à Katmandou, qui fut mon guide pour rejoindre 

le Camp de Base de l'Anapurna.

Son professionnalisme, sa générosité, sa gentillesse et sa passion pour son pays,

 ses montagnes et ses coutumes ont fait de ce trek un moment inoubliable.

J'ai déjà recommandé Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition à de nombreux amis.

Ils reviennent tous avec le même enthousiasme.

Encore merci, en attendant de vous revoir.

 

Savoie France

Paulette REYNARD

29th May, 2022


Annapurna Base Camp Trek - October 2014

 In late September this year a friend and I tackled the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Our experienced guide, Badri Panta, and a porter led a trek that matched our fitness levels and ensured that we successfully completed it without succumbing to the effects of altitude. 

This route passes through numerous attractive villages which are well geared for high-volume trekking; each with several tea houses that cater for the needs of the “foreign palate” with a wide variety of dishes. We walked for five to six hours a day – with the choice of moving on if we wanted to. The route follows the Modi Khola valley towards its glacial source through magnificent forests and terraced fields of rice, millet and vegetable gardens. Higher up this gave way to scrub vegetation and then the towering walls of ice that ring base camp with imposing Machhapuchhare on the eastern flank. 

Cloud tended to obscure the views from around 11am, but early mornings were generally clear. At base camp, moon lit views of the glacier and the surrounding peaks were only bettered by sunrise in a cold clear sky that devoured memory card space as the light changed. The faster return journey included an alternative lower route and shorter way out.

I want to offer sincere thanks to Badri, and MMTs smooth organisation, for an excellent trek. The route presents constant opportunities to meet and mingle with the friendly people and Badri’s knowledge and natural enthusiasm added greatly to our enjoyment of a special trek. It will not be our last! 

Keith Roberts
Cape Town, South Africa
E-mail: kroberts@telkomsa.net

Keith Roberts

29th May, 2022


Annapurna Base Camp Trek-September 2014

 2012年十月份的假期,我和一帮朋友到尼泊尔参加了人生第一次真正意义上的徒步,回到上海已经好几个月了。此次的尼泊尔之行让我感触良多,但却一直懒于提笔,所以一直拖到现在才写下这些记忆。

        我在世界各地旅行,从来都是自己动手,丰衣足食。自己研究地图,交通,景点,宾馆,租车等信息,自己安排好所有的行程。但是这样的出游通常都是不超过4个人,自己安排还是比较方便的。可是此次的尼泊尔之行却是要组织8个毫无徒步经验的人,去走ABC线路,而且徒步旺季要安排8个人入住同一间不能事先预订的山里小客栈还是挺困难的,所以终于还是决定找一家有经验的徒步公司帮我安排。

        考虑到我们是在尼泊尔的旅游旺季和国内的黄金周出行,而且我们8个人在加德满都和博卡拉参观以及进山出山时叫出租车也不方便,我计划从加德满都开始就有人帮助安排我们这么多人的住行。看了国内的很多游记,大部分徒步的人都是选择到博卡拉寻找背夫上山,所以没有发现什么适合我们的徒步公司推荐。于是在网上开始用Google搜索,经过对比和根据网站主页的第一印象,我选了和3家在加德满都的徒步公司联系,和这3家公司沟通了我的要求和想法之后,MOUNTAIN MART设计的ABC徒步线路以及和加德满都,博卡拉的衔接更加合理,价格也很有优势,同时,他们快速的响应速度,以及不厌其烦的态度也让我印象深刻,我最终选择了MOUNTAIN MART(以下缩写为MMT)。老实说,在行程开始之前,尽管已经和MMT有了多达十几轮的邮件沟通,也几乎把所有的重要信息确定下来,但是还是有一点担心自己的选择是否正确。

        好在我们这次共计14天的行程和经历都证明了这次的选择是正确英明的。而且这样的安排也比较适合比较菜的的徒步者,不算太累。我们这次的线路如下:

Sept.26 Shanghai-Kathmandu (香港转机,飞了大半天,有点累)

Sept.27 Kathmandu (城市观光)

Sept.28 Kathmandu-Pokhara (飞到博卡拉,下午在酒店休整)

Sept.29 Pokhara -Naya Pul -Ghandruk(进山开始徒步了)

Sept.30 Ghandruk-Chomorong

Oct.1 Chomorong -Himalaya Hotel

Oct.2 Himalaya Hotel-Annapurna Base Camp

Oct.3 Annapurna Base Camp-Bamboo

Oct.4 Bamboo-New Bridge

Oct.5 New Bridge¬-Landruk-Pokhara(终于从山里走出来了)

Oct.6 Pokhara(早上尝试了MMT安排的滑翔伞,下午观光,逛街)

Oct.7 Pokhara-Kathmandu(乘坐包车回加都)

Oct.8 Kathmandu-Hongkong(晚上的飞机,白天继续观光)

Oct.9 Hongkong-Shanghai     

        非常推荐大家去走ABC(安娜普娜大本营)的徒步线路,我们8个人几乎都是平时完全不进行体育锻炼的人,走这条线路是有点吃力的,但是这7天的徒步还是能够坚持下来的。这条线路沿途的山居人家的人文景观,绚丽的自然风光,雄伟的雪山都是值得去走走看看。另外,这条线路已经比较成熟,沿途都有客栈可以休息,尽管客栈的住宿条件和城市里的比起来差强人意,但是走了一天,能够在这样的客栈里休息已经很不错了,应该比露营要舒适很多的。

        我们的徒步向导Plam以及他的团队更是给我们留下了非常深刻的印象。也让我爱屋及乌地对尼泊尔人民的善良淳朴给予了最高评价。感人事迹列举如下:

1. 队伍里的一姑娘在徒步第一天就发现鞋子脱底了,尽管在大修后还是坚持了两天,但最后还是非常影响徒步,向导把自己的登山鞋和她对换,自己穿着一双破鞋走了后半程。

2. 下雨了,有团员没穿全防水的衣服,向导把自己的雨衣给她穿,自己淋成个落汤鸡,山里的雨,又在高海拔,那叫一个冰冷刺骨啊。

3. 每天到达目的地,向导总是把我们热汤热水地服务好,并把每个人第二天的早餐都记下安排好,再去和背夫一起吃晚饭。弄得我们都有点过意不去,好像变成剥削阶级了。

4. 我下山后在逛街时没看清路,摔了一跤,严重崴了脚,后面两天,向导一直背着我去看医生,背着我去吃饭,背着我去坐车……不夸张地说,比老公还细心体贴。

        这里就不一一列举了,否则大家还以为我是托呢。这次,我确实是被这一群淳朴的人给感动了一把,所以觉得还是有必要在这里表扬一下。

总之,这次的行程是景美,人美,天公也作美。我们8个人也很满意MMT提供的专业的,贴心的服务,非常期待计划中的EBC的行程呢!

Visitor From China

29th May, 2022


Annapurna Base Camp with a well experienced team!
Ive been wanting to go to Nepal and do some hiking for a long time and was finally able to go recently, I went going on my own and being my first time to Nepal I wanted to go with a guide, I saw some great reviews about Mountain Mart and decided to contant them...

Dolakh was quick to respond to any question I have and gave me lots of options for treks an itinirarys that sounded really great, I finally decided to go with the 10 day Annapurna Base Camp + Poon Hill trek from Kathmandu, Dolakh helped recommend a start date for me around my planned holiday and even helped me change the date last minute when I had some last mnute issues with my passport (long story haha).

Kumar was my guide during the trek and he was realy knowledgable and had great communication with me and all the guest house owners on the trek, everyone knew him, Dolakh and Mountain Mart and gave us their best hospitality which made the trek really comfortable and fun.

Kumar was also happy to adjust the itinirary during the trek according to my wishes and we were able to make it to Base Camp a day early before the weather changed and we got great views of the Annapurna Sanctuary and earned oursels a day off to relax in the Jinhu hot springs on the way back :)

In summary these guys are very profesional and have been trekking for more than 20 years in Nepal, they know everyone and all the routes and are a great choice if you are looking to do your trek there with confidence, we are already discussin our next adventure with Mountain Mart next year in the Everest region, 10/10 would recommend ;-)

Shem Sochi

10th Mar, 2022


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