North Annapurna Base Camp Trek
DURATION10 Days | ACTIVITYTrekking | MAX ALTITUDE | TRIP GRADEModerate |
GROUP SIZEMin. 2-14 Pax. | AccommodationTea House | TRANSPORTTourist Bus | BEST SEASONN/A |
Overview
Want to explore a new trekking route in the Annapurna region? let's do North Annapurna base camp trek in the circumference of the Annapurna conservation area. It is off the beaten trek which was established 4 years ago in reference to expedition history recorded by Maurice Herzog in 1950, June 3. He successfully climbed Mt Annapurna starting from North ABC. The same route to the north base camp was explored in 2019 AD and declared as new trekking route in the Annapurna region. If you are in search of a challenging trial and short route to enjoy your holiday then the North ABC trek is the best.
Table 1: Comparison between North Annapurna base camp trek and Annapurna Base Camp trek (South).
| Categories | North Annapurna Base Camp Trek | Annapurna base camp trek (South) |
| Trekking route | Pokhara – Beni – Upper Narchyang – Chhotepa – Sandhikharkha – North Annapurna Base camp – Back to Sandikharka – Lower Narchyang –Tatopani – Back to Pokhara | Pokhara – Nayapul – Ghandruk – Sinuwa – Deurali – Annapurna base camp – Back to Bamboo – Jhinu danda – Nayapul – Pokhara |
| Duration | 7 days from Pokhara | 7 days from Pokhara |
| Difficulty level | Challenging | Moderate |
| Highest elevation | 4068m/ 13346.46feet | 4,130m/13549.87feet |
| Accommodation | Tea houses and Camping | Tea house |
| Mountain view | Annapurna I, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Himchuli, Dhaulagiri | Annapurna I, II, III, Annapurna South, Himchuli, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri and Gangapurna |
| Starting point | Beni | Nayapul |
North Annapurna base camp trek itinerary in brief
| Day | Activity | highest elevation |
| 1 | arrival in Kathmandu | 1400m |
| 2 | Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara | 822m |
| 3 | Driver Pokhara to Beni and trek to Chhotepa | 2370m |
| 4 | Trek from Chhotepa to Sandhikharka | 3160m |
| 5 | Trek to North Annapurna base camp | 4068m |
| 6 | Trek to North Annapurna base camp glacier and return back to Sandhi Kharka | 4190m |
| 7 | Trek to lower Narchyang | 1400m |
| 8 | trek to Tatopani and driver back to Pokhara | 1190m |
| 9 | Driver to Kathmandu | 1400m |
| 10 | Departure |
North Annapurna Base Camp trek highlights
- Off the beaten trek in the Annapurna region with a newly established trekking route
- Amazing view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna 1st, and massif Annapurna range.
- Glaciers, lakes, waterfalls, caves, forest trail, rivers, and Annapurna landscape with rich biodiversity
- Amazing fauna like musk deer, snow leopards, bears, wild dogs, blue sheep, wild goats, birds and butterflies
North Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary
The first day of your North Annapurna base camp trek is the arrival day. Our company members will welcome you in airport and drop you to Hotel. In the evening, you will have welcome dinner with company members in cultural restaurant. Also, you will meet with your guide and get briefing of your trek.
Early in the morning you will head towards Pokhara in private car. It takes around 6 hours to cover Pokhara to Kathmandu distance of 200.5 Km. You can enjoy the mountain view, forest street market, small villages, terrace farming, river on the wat to Pokhara. In the evening we can visit lakeside and aarati of talbarahi temple.
After having breakfast in Pokhara, we will drive to Tatopani passing Baglung highway and Beni. We will start our trekking towards Chhotepa from tatopani. Passing Kaligandaki river we will trek to uphills and downhills on forest trial and reach Chhotepa on 2 hours of walk.
We will start our trek towards Sandhikharka after having breakfast in Chhotepa. It takes around 6-7 hours to reach Sandhikharka. Passing streams and bamboo forest, we can have close up view of Annapurna range. Due to unavailability of tea houses, we will do camping on Sandhikharka.
After having breakfast we will trek towards North Annapurna base camp. The final destination of this off-the-beaten trek in the Annapurna region begins with uphill on pasture and rocky trial. After walking around 7, 8 hours we will reach NABC. We will set up our camps and spend overnight in base camp.
Trek to North Annapurna base camp glacier and return back to Sandhi Kharka. Today, we will spend some time around North base camp. Exploring massive glacier lake and glacier on the mountain slope, we will return back to Sandhi Karkha and set up our camp.
We will trek back to Narchyang following the same route to NABC. Passing Chhotepa we will driver for an hour to reach Lower Narchyang.
After enjoying breakfast in Narchyang, we will trek down to Tatopani and return back to Pokhara.
We will return back to Kathmandu from Pokhara on the private car after having breakfast in Pokhara. It takes around 6 hours to reach Kathmandu. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner with company members and you can do your shopping in Thamel as well.
Depending on your departure time, the company member will drop you to airport.
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FAQs
North Annapurna base camp is located in 28°38'54.74"N latitude and 83°47'25.79"E longitude of Narchyang, Kaski district Nepal.
The North Annapurna base camp elevation is 4068m/13346.46 feet.
Annaapurna south base camp trek begins from Nayapul and continues to Ghandruk, Sinuwa, Deurali leading to ABC whereas Annapurna North Base Camp begins from Beni and continues to Upper Narchyang, Chhotepa, Sandhikharka leading to NABC. The trekking route to Annapurna North Base Camp is off the beaten trek whereas ABC trek remains crowded during peak season. Also North ABC trek is camping trek whereas ABC trek is tea house trekking.
Annapurna North Base Camp is a moderately challenging trek on which we should do camping. Trekking route to North ABC is off beaten trial.
Annapurna North Base Camp is 10 days long trek including arrival and departure days.
The shortest trek to Annapurna base camp is 7 days Annapurna base camp trek that starts from Pokhara and ending in Pokhara.
No, Annapurna North Base Camp is not for beginners.
More Info
The North Annapurna Base Camp trek is quite a challenging adventure in the Annapurna region. It is 10 10-day trekking in Nepal that starts and ends in Kathmandu. You will enjoy two nights in Kathmandu and two nights in Pokhara. Complete five nights and 6 days will be in the trekking area.
Out of five nights, we will do camping on nights and 2 nights will be in tea houses. Thus you can have all the experience regarding to trekking, camping, and long drive on highways in the NABC trek.
All you need to know about the North ABC trek
Visa
You need to complete 10 days for the North Annapurna Base Camp trek. So you can take 15 15-day visit visa either from your nearby Nepal Embassy or in Tribhuvan International Airport after your arrival. You can take a visa depending on your holidays.
Transportation
We will drive to Pokhara and then to Beni before starting the trek. flight is not included in the North Annapurna base camp trek. If you want to take flight to and from Kathmandu then you should mail us to customize the trek.
Accommodation
We will provide Luxurious accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Tea house accommodation with clean rooms will be available in the trekking region. We will do camping in Sandhi Kharka and North Annapurna base camp due to the unavailability of tea houses. You may not get an attached room and private room during peak season (September, October, November, March, April, and May)
Food
Our package includes three meals in a day i.e. breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek. Breakfast includes tea/coffee, curry, bread items, jam/honey, egg (boiled/omelet) and porridge. Lunch and dinner include Nepali thali (rice, dal, curry, pickle, and pappad), momo, chowmein, spaghetti, pasta, and soup.
Clothing
North Annapurna base camp trekking is a short trek but you should be very careful for preparing your backpack. You must include following clothing for your trekking.
- Warm jacket – down jacket
- Water and windproof jacket (alternatively bring a poncho or umbrella)
- Long-sleeved synthetic fleece (windproof material, if possible)
- Thermal underwear
- Hat, a pair of gloves and a scarf
- Comfortable hiking trousers (loose fitting)
- Shorts and trousers, or a skirt
- 2 pairs of warm wool-blend socks
- 2 pairs of running socks or liner socks
- Proper hiking boots
- Running shoes and flip-flops
- 2-3 T-shirts
- Water bottle
- sunglasses
Permit
It is compulsory to have ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) permits for the North Annapurna base camp trek. We will make your both ACA permit and TIMS card during the trekking management before starting the trek.
Altitude Sickness
Since North Annapurna Base Camp is in elevation of 4068m. You may face altitude sickness. Altitude sickness is a kind of illness that is caused by ascent to high altitudes. The symptoms will occur within 6 to 24 hours of achieving a high altitude. Altitude sickness is fatal and can result in death if not treated in time. You need to stay alert to any of the symptoms that occur.
Symptoms
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Loss of appetite
- Upset stomach
- Feeling unsteady
- Shortness of breath
- Increased heart rate
- Difficulty sleeping
An effective measure to recover from early AMS
If you happen to notice any of the symptoms, follow the guidelines mentioned below-
- Do not climb any higher for the next 48 hours
- Descend to a lower altitude if possible
- Take complete rest until you feel well
- Do not exercise
- Do not smoke
- Drink plenty of water
- Take external oxygen supply if necessary
- Take anti-sickness medicines
If you see no improvement in your health within 48 hours, you will have to be immediately deported to the city for medical support.
Preventive Measures
There is no way to train your body before trekking so as to adapt to the high altitude. Some ways in which you can prevent it are as follows:
- Take plenty of rest
- Ascend slowly and gradually as you reach higher
- keep yourself hydrated
- Eat high-calorie food
- Do not smoke, drink or consume tranquilizing medicines
Insurance
During times of emergencies like acute altitude sickness or a natural calamity, you might have to be immediately deported in a helicopter. The cost of such deportation is covered by health insurance that needs to be purchased before you start the trek.
Trekking option
- Solo trekking with a private guide and porter.
- Trekking with the Only Guide.
- Trekking with Guide cum porter.
- Trekking with Group with guide & Porter.
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