11 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Trip Information
  • Trip Duration 11 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Type Lodge to Lodge Trek
  • Accommodation Lodge Trek(Tea House)
  • Transport Car + Flight

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days Itinerary, Best Price

Embark on adventurous trekking in the western Himalayan mountains in Nepal with a local trekking company and a native mountain guide. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days is one of the most loved trekking routes in the Himalayas. This beginner-friendly trek follows the classic trail to the base of Mt. Annapurna, the tenth-highest mountain in the world. You'll spend a night at the Annapurna base camp (unlike the Everest base camp trekking) and wake up with mesmerizing scenery.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days explores the diverse vegetation of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Trekking through the lush rhododendron forests, you will ascend to higher altitudes. On the way, cross bridges and walk past waterfalls. The trail ascends and descends following rough foothills. You spend the nights in the beautiful villages resided by people of different communities. Their simple yet heartwarming hospitality will enhance your trekking experience. 

The natives of the Annapurna region are very friendly and kind. Feel free to interact with them. Our native guide will help you break the conversation with the locals and give you a profound insight into their beliefs. Ghandruk (2,012 m), Chhomrong (2,150 m), Bamboo (2,400 m), Deurali (3,200 m), and Jhinu Danda (1,780 m) are the main villages where you will stop for the night stops. Ghandruk is famous for its surreal beauty. Likewise, in Jhinu Danda, you get to enjoy natural hot springs. 

During the Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days, you get a lot of opportunities to enjoy the tranquility of the Himalayas. Even though the route sees many trekkers in the peak trekking seasons, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the serene surroundings and relish every bit of it. The landscapes only get better as you move further and approach the base camp. Along with that, the trail also gets steep, so you have to be careful while walking. 

This Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days is a perfect package for anyone looking to kick start their journey in the Himalayas. The mountain views of Annapurna (8,091 m), Fishtail (6,993 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Tukuche (6,920 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), Lamjung Himal (6,983 m), Tharpu Chuli (5,695 m), etc make the entire venture phenomenal. You get all the support during the trek with the best Annapurna base camp trek cost at Welcome Nepal Treks. 

To know more in detail about the Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days, kindly get in touch with us. You can customize the Annapurna Base Camp Trek 11 Days itinerary or add more services to the package as per your need. We are very flexible when it comes to making changes to the package. You can place an inquiry to book Annapurna base camp trek 2023 departure through our package page. 

Below we have mentioned some other adventurous treks in the Himalayas- Everest base camp luxury trek, Langtang Gosaikunda trek, Annapurna Circuit trek, Mardi Himal trek, Everest View trek, and Upper Mustang trek

We also have a range of helicopter tour packages and multiple-day tours in Nepal packages.

Major Highlights

  • Trek in the western Himalayan mountains in Nepal with a native guide
  • Explore the wilderness and beauty of the Annapurna region
  • A perfect beginner-friendly trekking package with sensational mountain landscapes throughout the trek
  • Spend a night at the Annapurna base camp, lap of the tenth-highest mountain in the world
  • Get to experience a simple mountain lifestyle and meet with some of the kindest humans on Earth
  • Adventurous trekking route through beautiful rhododendron, bamboo, pine, fir, and oak forests
  • Enjoy natural hot springs in the Jhinu Danda while returning
  • Witness stunning mountain views, glaciers, and diverse sceneries
Itinerary
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  • Max. Altitude: 1,350 m
  • Day tour time:30 Min
  • Accommodation:Hotel

  • Max. Altitude: 1950 M
  • Day tour time:3 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 2050 M

  • Max. Altitude: 2400 M
  • Day tour time:4/5 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 3,200 M
  • Day tour time:4 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 4,130 M
  • Day tour time:5 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 2400 M
  • Day tour time:7 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 1,780 M
  • Day tour time:5/6 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 850 M
  • Day tour time:2 Hours

  • Max. Altitude: 1350 M
  • Day tour time:25 Minutes

    What's Included
    • Airports pick up and Drop by private car/van/bus.
    • Deluxe accommodation in Kathmandu with brekafast - (on the arrival day and after the trekking).
    • Kathmandu to Pokhara and pokhara to kathmandu by Flight
    • All needed ground transportation by private car/vehicles to trekking starting/ending points as per itinerary
    • Standard Pokhara hotel with free brekafast
    • Complete trekking information before starting the trek (In Kathmandu or Pokhara)
    • Your standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking.
    • All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
    • An experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples).
    • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
    • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
    • Annapurna Conversation Area Project (ACAP) permits.
    • Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees.
    • First aid medical kit.
    • Duffle bag,  if necessary.
    • Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show
    • All our government taxes, vat, official expenses & service charges
    What's not Included
    • Personal clothing and gears, sleeping bag and Down jacket for trek
    • Hotels in Pokhara (We can make a booking in extra cost)
    • Any kind of drinks (tea, coffee, water, hot water, etc) and of bar bills (alcoholic beverages)
    • Hot shower, WIFI, any electronic battery charges during only in trekking
    • Your travel insurance (Travel insurance is compulsory to take an adventure trip and it must be covered both medical & emergency evacuation.
    • Tipping (expected by guides and porters, but not mandatory)
    Useful Information

    Best Season to do 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    You can do the 11 days Annapurna base camp trek during any seasons of the year. But the best and most recommended seasons for the trek is spring and autumn seasons. During the months of spring season (March- May) the weather is neither too hot nor too cold. You will experience moderate temperature, clear sky and breathtaking views the Himalayas. As this also the time for rhododendron blooms, you will be walking through the beautiful rhododendron forests. The trekking trails and the teahouses will be crowded and busy during this season. The autumn season is the best time to do the Annapurna base camp trek. During the months of autumn season (Sept- Nov) the weather is stable, with clear skies and warm days. The days are sunny and the morning and nights will be chilly. You will get the beautiful views of the breathtaking mountains throughout the trek.

    The winter and monsoon are not much recommended for the 11 days Annapurna base camp. During the months of Monsoon season (June- Aug) the weather is in bad condition most of the time and the temperature is too hot. You will also experience frequent rainfalls during this season which will make the trails muddy and slippery. Likewise, During the months of winter (Dec- Feb) the weather is extremely cold in the Himalayas. You will experience the heavy snowfalls. The paths may get blocked by snow which makes the trek challenging. However, you can enjoy the beautiful views of the snowy mountains in these seasons and the trekking trails are less crowded. If you want to do the 11 days Annapurna base camp trek in monsoon or winter season you need to be well prepared and have right gears as it will be a bit challenging.

    Packing lists for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    Here are the lists of some of the most essential trekking equipment needed for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek:

    • Down jackets, rain coat, wind proof jacket, quick dry t-shirt
    • Long sleeve shirt, trekking trousers, trekking boots, warm socks
    • Hat, scarf, gloves, sunglasses, under wears
    • Cell phone, cameras, torch light, power banks, water bottles
    • Face wipes, quick dry towel, sanitizer, toiletries
    • Sunscreen cream, moisturizer, lip balm, hair brush, etc.
    • Medical kits, water purification tablets
    • Extra money and many other necessary personal equipment and valuable accessories.

    Accommodations on 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    You will have a lot of teahouses along Annapurna base camp trekking trail with all the basic requirements you need. The rooms are small, cozy and provide comfortable beds with soft pillows and warm blankets. In most of the teahouses you will have to share bathrooms and toilets. The bathrooms and toilets will be neat and clean. Overall, the facilities are good and the warm services provided by the locals are great.

    Foods on 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    You will have your breakfast, lunch and dinner in the teahouses you stayed during 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You will find varieties of food items in the menu. Dal Bhat achaar is the most preferable local Nepali food. Beside that you can have foods like: noodles, soup, momos, pizzas, eggs, pasta and drinks like: ginger tea, milk tea, black tea, etc. You can choose and eat whatever you want according to your taste and preferences.

    Drinking water during 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    Drinking water is very important to keep yourself hydrated while doing 11 days Annapurna base camp trekking. The safe drinking water is available in the teahouses and hotels during the trek. You can buy the bottled water, filter water or hot water. You should carry the water purification tablets while trekking. You should drink the water from the tap only after the purification.

    WIFI, electricity and hot showers facilities on 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    Most of the teahouses of Annapurna base camp trek have the WIFI, electricity and hot shower facilities. You can charge your electronic devices, enjoy hot shower and use the WIFI facilities in many teahouses. For the usage of these services almost all the teahouses take extra charge. At the higher altitudes the electricity and WIFI is not much reliable.

    Difficulty level of 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    The difficulty level of 11 days Annapurna base camp trek is moderate. You have to walk at least 7 hours a day during the trek. The trekkers have to be physically and mentally fit and determined to complete this trek. You don’t need any technical experience for the Annapurna base camp trek. The trek is physically demanding at higher altitudes so you can prepare by jogging, swimming and other exercises before few weeks of the trek.

    Trekking guides and porters for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    The guides and porters are very helpful and useful for the 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Welcome Nepal treks provide the best and professional trekking guides and porters for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Travelling with the guide will be fun and easier to communicate with the locals. The guides know the best routes, locals and their cultures which will be a great advantage in the trek. Likewise, the porters will carry your heavy bags and keep them safe throughout the trek. You might face some injuries or difficulties during the trek, at that time the guides will look after you and help you. Having a guide and porter for the 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is great as you will be enjoying the trek with proper safety and security.

    Trekking permits for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    The trekkers need to have two kinds of permits for 11 days Annapurna base camp trek and they are: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and TIMS (Trekkers Information Management Systems) permit.

    Travel insurance for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    Unpredictable incident like: natural calamities, injuries or altitude sickness might occur while trekking. So, to be safe and secured during the 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek, we recommend you to have travel insurance. The travel insurance should cover the medical services and emergency helicopter rescue. This will give you peace of mind and you can enjoy the trip safely.

    Tips for guides and porters on 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    The tips are the reward in form of money or gifts to the services provider for their great work and services. It is not mandatory while doing 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. During your trekking trip you will have a guide and porter who will help you and provide you the best services during the trek. The tipping is not compulsory for the trek but is expected by the guides and porters after providing you the best services throughout the trek. So, if you find their services good then you can tip them at the last day of trek which will make them happy. It is just a way to show that you are thankful for their hard work and services. It completely depends on your wish/ choice.

    Why to do 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a wonderful trekking package. It is one of the most popular and beautiful treks in Nepal. The trek is an adventurous experience that takes you through hills, rhododendron and alpine forests, mountains, glacial rivers, waterfalls and pretty villages. The trek offers the stunning views of numerous mountains like: Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri, fishtail, Annapurna ranges and many more. On the trail you will meet the friendly locals observe their fantastic cultures and traditions. The trek brings you closer to the beautiful nature and the cultures of Annapurna region. Travelers visiting Nepal must do this fascinating 11 days Annapurna base camp trek.

    Why Welcome Nepal Treks for 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

    Welcome Nepal treks is a well-organized trekking agency with highly professional team. Welcome Nepal Treks offers a wonderful 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek package to the customers at a very reasonable price with great services. We advise you to do the trek with us as we have the best team with an experience of more than 10 years in the field of trekking and tourism. The team is well trained, experienced and professional. We provide experienced, trust worthy, the best and professional guides and porters for your 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. We can also customize the itinerary as per your requirements. We highly care for the safety of our customers and make them satisfied with our services. From picking up in airport, lodging, transportation to dropping at the airport for departure; everything will be done in professional ways. So, book the 11 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Welcome Nepal treks and have the best trekking experience for a lifetime.