How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason. It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

MuktinathNepalDreamTour

Accomodation
3 Stars Hotels
Transportation
Car, Traveller
Maximum Altitude
3800 metres
Departure City
Patna, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Saidpur, Sitamarhi, Raxual/Bhithamore
Tour Availability
Available
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Language
Hindi, English
Wifi
In Hotels
Minimum Age
5
Maximum Age
60

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Experience the spiritual and scenic beauty of Nepal on a 7 Days / 6 Nights Muktinath journey covering Janakpurdham, Pokhara, Marpha, Jomsom, Muktinath, Manakamana and Kathmandu. Enjoy temple darshan, Himalayan landscapes, lakeside moments, local markets and sightseeing, with comfortable stays and a memorable journey from Sitamarhi to Nepal and back.

Highlights

🌊 Pokhara & Phewa
🛕 Muktinath Temple Darshan
🙏 Pashupatinath & Manakamana Temple
🏔️ Jomsom & Marpha Village
🚣 Phewa Lake Boating
🏞️ Devi’s Fall & Gupteshwar Cave
🏯 Janakpurdham & Dhanushadham
🐒 Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
🚠 Manakamana Cable Car Ride
🌃 Kathmandu & Pokhara Night Market

Day 1 :

SITAMARHI TO POKHARA.

Pick-up from Sitamarhi, Janki Asthan.
Proceed to Janakpurdham & Dhanushadham.
Visit all major sightseeing points in Janakpur.
Continue the journey to Pokhara.
Check-in at the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay in Pokhara.

Day 2 :

POKHARA FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast, proceed for full-day Pokhara sightseeing.
Visit Bindhyabasini Devi Temple.
Visit Devi’s Fall.
Explore Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave.
Visit Tal Barahi Temple on Phewa Lake.
Visit Seti River Gorge.
Explore Bat Cave.
Visit the International Mountain Museum.
Enjoy boating at Phewa Lake.
Overnight Stay: Pokhara.

Day 3 :

POKHARA – MARFA – JOMSOM

Morning Breakfast.
Early morning proceed to Jomsom via Marfa Village.
Marfa Sightseeing, then proceed to Jomsom.
Enjoy evening at Jomsom & Night Explore Jomsom Village
Overnight Stay:Jomsom.

Day 4 :

JOMSOM – MUKTINATH – POKHARA

Morning Breakfast.
Early morning proceed to Muktinath Temple for holy darshan and rituals.
After Darshan, return to Pokhara.
Enjoy evening at Phewa Lake and explore the Pokhara Night Market.
Overnight Stay: Pokhara.

Day 5 :

POKHARA | MANAKAMANA DEVI

Breakfast & checkout from Pokhara.
Drive towards Kathmandu.
Visit Manakamana Devi Temple on the way via cable car.
Visit Local Night Market
Check-in at hotel & rest
Overnight Stay:Kathmandu.

Day 6 :

KATHMANDU FULL-DAY SIGHTSEEING

Breakfast & Full-Day Sightseeing.
Pashupatinath Temple | Guhyeshwari Devi Temple | Budhanilkantha Temple.
Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) | Royal Palace | China Market & Jal Narayan (Sleeping Vishnu).
Explore Kathmandu’s local markets in the evening
Overnight Stay: Kathmandu

Day 7 :

KATHMANDU TO SITAMARHI