Visit to Annapurna and Machhapuchhere base camp Scenic hike across typical Gurung villages Hot bath in natural hot springs in Jhinu Danda Adventure lodge to lodge trek to Annapurna region. Splendid views of Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Mt Fishtail and Annapurna I Spectacular glacier and mountain views from Annapurna Base Camp Sightseeing tour around the historical UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley. Itinerary Day Activity Day 1 Kathmandu to Pokhara (By flight or Bus) Day 2 Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri Day 3 Trek to Ghorepani Day 4 Early trek to Poon Hill for Sunrise, Back to Ghorepani and Trek to Tadapani Day 5 Tadapani to Chomrong Day 6 Chomrong to Dobhan (Dovan) Day 7 Dovan to Deurali Day 8 Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) Day 9 MBC to Annapurna Base Camp Day 10 Trek to Bamboo Day 11 Trek to Jhinudanda (Hot spring in Jhinudanda) Day 12 Jhinu Danda to Pothana/Jhinu Danda to Ghandruk Day 13 Pothana to Phedi and drive to Pokhara/ Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara Trekking Permits and Costs for Annapurna Base Camp To trek to Annapurna Base Camp, you need two permits. One is Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) card. This costs: For SAARC nationals: Nrs.200 (about US $2) For Others: Nrs.2000 (about US $20) Second is Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card that costs NRS. 2000 (about US $20) Trekking Gears or Trekking Equipment Required What to pack for the trek is one of the important questions. Not having proper gears can prove troublesome. It may cause health issues or ruin your mood. Here is a general idea of what you should bring to Annapurna Base Camp trekking. A lightweight trekking boots . It is not impossible to do this trek in sneakers or trainers. Many people try it. Just that you will be walking in snow for some part of the trek and boots offer more safety. But, make sure that your shoes are well fitting, light and comfortable A pair of crocs Four pairs of liner socks . Two pairs for a warm climate and two pair for cold climate. Trekking/liner socks are better but it is okay if you only have the normal ones. Few pairs of underwear. There is trekking underwear that you could buy at home. They are good for other outdoor activities as well. You can find normal underwear in Nepal. A high-quality best ultralight packable down jacket and a down pant. You can buy or rent a good down jacket and a down pant in Nepal for cheap for a $1 or less per day. T-shirts and trousers keeping in mind both cold and warm temperature you will be traversing. A set of thermals. Or, you could layer up. A light sleeping bag. You can either buy or rent in Nepal or bring from your country. A trekking pole. Though easy, there are many ups and downs in this trek and a trekking pole can assist you. Else, you can find a sturdy stick en route and use it to support yourself. Two pairs of Gloves. One for warm weather and one for the cold. A woolen hat Sunglasses A torchlight or a head torchlight A First aid kit including Diamox and Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) Toiletries– Toilet paper, hand sanitizer, water purifiers, sunscreen, moisturizer, toothpaste, and toothbrush. A waterproof map of Annapurna Base Camp Snacks you like and entertainment such as books, cards, an iPad etc. Brand No Brand SKU 100285268_NP-1020543850