Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 14 days

If you are a solo traveler looking to join other trekkers for the trek, we arrange several small group-joining treks with guaranteed departure dates. Hence, there’s no need to worry about your plans being disturbed just because you are alone. You can join strangers from all around the world in our group-joining trek and embark on your adventure.

Note: Please be assured that all our departure dates are guaranteed to depart.

Or you can choose a private trip for you too. In a private trip, you can customize the itinerary, extend days, and add more trips according to your preference.

Note:

• For a solo traveler to embark on a private trip, a surcharge will be applied to the displayed rate on our website. However, this surcharge will not be applied to a group of two or more.
• For private trips, we can arrange departures at your convenience. This lets you select travel dates for your flight back home and participate in any desired activity.

Tipping is customary in Nepal's tourism industry, particularly for the guides, porters, and drivers who provide their services during the trek. It's a way of showing gratitude for their hard work. At the end of your trek, you can offer a tip of your choice based on your satisfaction and budget. Any amount is accepted, you can tip in US dollars or Rupees at your convenience.

Since 2009 we have been working hard to build a company that values its clients and provides the best services possible. We have a 99% success rate with all trips that we organize and many repeat clients. The quality of our service, the friendliness of our guides, and the helpfulness of our porters give every visitor a memorable experience and leave them wanting more.

We operate with transparency and honesty, which is a significant part of why clients enjoy our services and make us an ideal organizer for your adventure.

Additionally:

• We have a team of experienced and well-trained guides who are prepared for any situation that may arise.
• Most of our guides are locals and reginal. Being from that area, they have plenty to share about the region’s culture and traditions.
• We have exceptional relationships with teahouse owners along the route, and this ensures you will have some of the best rooms available.
• We also have a strong network of service providers, from hotels to airlines to ensure you have a seamless journey.
• Our sales team provides outstanding support and prompt communication before and during your trek to ensure everything goes according to plan.
• We ensure fair and transparent transactions with no hidden costs.
• All of our team members are genuinely warm and friendly and want you to have the best possible experience while in Nepal.

We advise you to carry enough cash on the trek to cover your expenses, such as hot showers, drinking water, drinks/snacks, Internet/phone call, power charging, etc.

We recommend you prepare roughly 2500 Rupees per day.

Please note that this amount is for general ideas only, and can vary depending on your spending habits.

Only a few shops on the trek will accept credit cards. Hence, we strongly advise you to carry enough cash before starting the journey.

Booking with us is an easy hassle-free process.

To book your trip with NHT, all you have to do is follow three simple steps. 

Step 1: Check out the itinerary on our website or as per email correspondence. We can also further customize the itinerary to suit your preference if you want to change it.

Step 2: If the itinerary suits your preference, contact us to ask about its availability or check our website’s departure dates.

Step 3: We require you to deposit 20% of the total cost and send a photocopy of your passport to confirm your booking. You can pay the rest of the balance after you arrive in Nepal/Kathmandu either by card or cash in US dollar.

In case of any confusion, you can contact us and we’ll reply back with a clear solution.

The cancellation and refund policies are clear and simple. If a situation arises in which you need to cancel your trip, all you have to do is send us a trip cancellation request. And then we will proceed with your cancellation process.  We ensure that the process will be smooth and hassle free.

As for the refunds, we apologize to inform you that the 20% of the deposit that was made to confirm your booking will not be refunded. This amount will be considered a cancellation fee.

We do not encourage our clients to cancel the trip with us. Instead, you can postpone the trip to a later date without losing a penny.

Yes! We offer a free postponement service to all our clients. In case you need to postpone the trip due to travel restrictions or any kind of issue, you can do so by choosing a date that is convenient for you.  

Note: Please be sure to inform us two weeks prior to your trip departure date. This will give us enough time to make all the arrangements and ensure you have a smooth trip.

Yes! Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trekking packages. You must get it before you arrive in Nepal. And please make sure that it covers the maximum elevation of your trek with a provision of a helicopter in case of an emergency evacuation. Must provide a copy when you arrive in Kathmandu.

For reference, you can check out the recommended list of the different travel insurance companies based on different continents. If you need further assistance, we’ll always be here to provide more references.

As you arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will find our staff waiting for you outside the terminal Hall. He will be holding a “Nepal Hiking Team” display board so that you can easily spot him in the crowds. He will then escort you to your hotel and assist you with check-in.

In case you don’t find him or you face any difficulty, you can call us at our emergency contact numbers, 0977-98510 58678 (Ganga) or 0977-9851058667 (Balaram). We will assist you as quickly as possible and solve the problem immediately.

Note: Please be on the lookout for people approaching you outside the departure area. They may offer to help you with your luggage or transportation. However, it's best to be cautious and wait for our trusted staff to pick you up. Plus, our staff will never ask you for any money in exchange for their services, so you can rest assured that you're in good hands.

Yes, you can certainly obtain a Nepal visa on arrival at the airport. Firstly, you should complete the application form online before arriving at the entry point. You’ll have to provide personal information details, visa information, and passport number and so on. Here is the official website to fill out the visa form.

Important Notes

• The immigration office at the Kathmandu airport is open 24/7.
• To apply a Visa in Nepal, you need to have a passport with a validity of at least six months and a blank page in the passport for the visa stamp.
• Visa fees should be paid in cash or by credit card.
• Please remember that travelers (citizens), namely from Nigeria, Eswatini, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Iraq, Syria, Ethiopia, Liberia, and Palestine, must obtain Nepal Visa before arriving in Nepal. They are NOT eligible for an ON-Arrival visa.
• Indian citizens do not need to apply for visa for their trip to Nepal.

For the local address in Nepal to submit the visa application, visa fee structure, and other information, visit our website: Visa Information.

We've made arrangements for you to stay at a comfortable 3-star hotel in a centrally located area in Kathmandu. It is a bustling neighborhood in Kathmandu with easy access to nearby markets and restaurants. The hotel rooms are clean and comfortable and have an en-suite bathroom for your convenience. And to start your day right, breakfast is included during your stay.

Depending on their availability, we usually use Woodapple Hotel and Spa or other comparable hotels in Kathmandu. This newly built hotel is located on the outskirts of Thamel and offers excellent service.

Moreover, if you're interested in extending your stay in Kathmandu, we're more than happy to help. We’ll arrange the stay and according to the different hotels, the rates may vary.

If you prefer deluxe/luxury hotel option during your stay in Kathmandu, we'll surely help you arrange with an upgrade. There are many 4-5 stat category hotels in Kathmandu that you can choose from.

Let us know if you have any specific hotel preferences in mind, and we'll do our best to accommodate your request. Alternatively, we can provide you with a selection of luxurious hotel options to choose from so that you can pick the one that best fits your needs and preferences.

Carrying all the luggage on the trek can be a hassle for you and the porters. Hence, a quick solution to this would be to leave the luggage at the hotel in Kathmandu.

The hotel staffs will store your belongings safely and return it to you upon your arrival at the end of your journey. And it is free service.

Our guides will carry a medical first-aid kit bag. The bag will contain basic medications with an oximeter. If you have prescribed medicines, please carry them.

Our guides are highly experienced and well-equipped to handle emergency situations and provide first aid. We prioritize your safety and strive to make your trekking experience as safe and enjoyable as possible. We take the safety of our clients very seriously.

However, if you are unable to continue the trek due to illness or injury, our guides are trained to monitor your health. They will regularly check your blood oxygen levels using an oximeter and carry a first-aid kit with all the necessary medicines. In the event of a serious medical emergency, we will arrange for air ambulance evacuation to a medical facility in Kathmandu. 

All our guides are first-aid trained and licensed by a government organization. NATHM - National Academy for Tourism and Hotel Management.

They are trained professionals who have multiple years of experience in the tourism industry. Being fluent in English, they’ll accompany you throughout the trek and provide you with information about the area, culture, traditions, and much more. 

Yes, you can walk at a slow pace on the trek. The trekking guides will assist you and encourage you to take your time and hike accordingly at your own pace. 

You do not need a prior trekking experience for this trek. You can successfully complete this trek after the proper preparation. 

Please note that the trek requires you to walk for about six to seven hours per day. Hence, we recommend you do strength endurance training, cardio workouts, and go hiking in your local hills before the trek. We also suggest you add nutritious meals to your diet.