The Annapurna base camp trek is one of the most popular treks in the world. With the beautiful heart whelming scenery, Annapurna massif includes the world’s tenth highest peak. Annapurna I (8,091 m) holds an almost fatal attraction for mountaineers.
When we talk about the Annapurna Base Camp, there is a sense of admiration that starts building up which leaves every trekker spellbound. There are very few treks that have this aura of making you fall in love with the landscapes and bring you closer to the base of 7,000 and 8,000-meter peaks in such a short period of time which makes this ABC (Annapruna Base Camp) trek so fascinating for solo traveller. The Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the most popular treks in the Annapurna region.
The Annapurna Base Camp is a small cluster of lodges opposite the Annapurna glacier. As you look up from the edge of the glacier, you come face to face with the Annapurna massif. Annapurna I, III and South, Gangapurna, Gandharvachuli and Machapuchare are all there to meet your gaze when your eyes rest upon them.
How to get Annapurna Base Camp?
The starting point of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the beautiful city of Pokhara, which lies just 5 to 6 hours away from the capital. You can reach Pokhara city from Kathmandu via road or via plane as well. Then take a bus from Pokhara to Nayapul (Kimchi) and begin trekking from there. It’s a 3-4 day trek from Kimchi to Annapurna Base Camp along side the Annapurna valley. Several more treks also starts from there but the most famous treks are Annapurna sunset trek, Machhapuchhre Base Camp trek, Hiunchuli trek, Tilicho lake trek, Annapurna Sanctuary trek, e.t.c.
This Annapurna Base Camp is a real trekking experience for all trekking enthusiasts and with all the beautiful and heart whelming scenery, makes it the best destination for Backpackers and solo travellers.
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