Trekking to the Himalayas : Annapurna Base Camp Trek
The world is beautiful, everybody agrees to that just because people say so. But have ever had a chance to experience the beauty yourself? Because what your eyes see is what you should believe. The excellence of nature can have a significant impact upon our faculties, those doors from the external world to the inward, regardless of whether it brings about incredulity in its exceptionally presence as emotions, for example, stunningness, ponder, or shock. Yet, what is it about nature and the elements that make it up that cause us, as a rule unwillingly, to feel or pronounce that they are wonderful? One of the case of nature’s enormous magnificence is Annapurna Region that lies in the mountain region of Nepal.
Annapurna Region is on of the nature’s most beautiful place that can not be described in proper words. The beauty that lies in the region is out of this world. You may even find it hard to believe at some point that this place even exists in real world. To view the beauty of this region you can either trek to the Annapurna Base camp or take a helicopter to the base camp. But the best way to do it is to trek to the base of the Mount Annapurna.
Annapurna Region is a beautiful place for trekkers who like to enjoy the nature’s beauty from close. The Annapurna Base Camp trek joins stunning mountain sees with mind blowing social arranged qualities, and crosses through remote farms and towns, giving you a glance at provincial life. The trail leads towards the significant gorge between the apexes Hiunchuli and Machhapuchare (Fish-Tail). This is one of the few delightful treks in the Annapurna zone. This course is rich with terrific perspective of White Mountains. This is not a troublesome trek however it has some precarious ascensions. Mt. Annapurna remains at 8091m and is the tenth most noteworthy mountain on the planet. This trek is appraised direct. This trek stays away from height infection or flight issues. It is fitting to have two weeks to completely encounter view. Gurung tribe vigorously settles the locale. The base camp is the most wonderful spot to take in the incredible points of view of an assortment of snow-topped tops in the enveloping domain. While the trail has some unsafe climbs, a large number individuals of sensible wellbeing don’t find it exorbitantly strenuous. This trek offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the radiance of the high Himalayan apexes, standard towns, and calm snow topped woodlands in a short traverse plot and without the trouble of the high height sickness. You will see Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Ganagapurna, Annapurna 3 and Machhapuchhure and Mt Annapurna.
There are numerous regular cabins while in transit to the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You can take a beak at different places and view various religions and cultures that are still alive in Nepal. Gurung people group , conventional dress, dialect, houses makes our attitude and inspire the rich culture in Nepal. Various types of the feathered creatures, Animal secured territory and additionally rhodendrons trees different herbs and bushes makes advanced the annpurna base camp trekking wonderful. For the most part beginning structure the phedi to tolka through pothana which is magnificent view purpose of the Annpurna extends mountain. Each purpose of the Annapurna base camp trekking there are unparallel marvels and rice field terraced makes intriguing this excursion. Hot spring jhinu, where you can rest your body and soul for the further trip , nearby culture, Annpurna augmenting panaromic mountain makes Annpurna trail so exciting and worth taking all the troubles for. Furthre information for you to make your trip more comfortable and fun are listed below.
Trip Information
Accomodation:
The accomodation during the trek is fairly comfortable. As you will be going to one of the highest terrain in the world, where goods are transported in donkey and horses because there are no plain roads. Anything you can expect is a roof on top and bed along with heaters and blanket. At that height and such place it is fairly a good trade. The rooms are cheap as well and can occupy 7-8 people. Bringing your own sleeping bag would be a great advantage to keep youself warm. And travelling through the paths you will come across plenty of villages with generous people who would let you spend a night at their place for free as well. There you can enjoy the customs, local foods and their way of living.
Meals:
At sea level i.e, regions like Kathmandu, Pokhara, you can find anything you prefer but as you trek above that to the hilly region and the himalaya, all you can find is traditional food and home grown meals. Rice, lentils soup,Vegetables and meat is what people of hilly and himalayan region rely on as grub. These kind of home grown edibles are very nutritious for your health and provide you with sufficient energy to head further.
Equipments:
General
1. 4 seasons Sleeping bag (Optional/we can provide one if you need it but is to be returned after the trek)
2. Duffel or Rucksack bag or suitcase (We will provide one complimentary ACE duffel bag for you to keep.)
3. Daypack
4. Down Jacket (Optional/we can provide if you need one but is to be returned after the trek)
Upper Body – Head / Ears / Eyes
1. Shade hat or baseball cap.
2. Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
3. Balaclava – lightweight, thinner variety.
4. Glacier glasses-100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case (i.e. Julbo or Cebe). This is to protect your eyes from the stronger rays of the sun due to the thinner atmosphere which can cause a painful condition known as snow blindness. If you wear prescription glasses, speak to your doctor about prescription glacier glasses, perhaps with transitional lenses.
5. Headlamp – Black Diamond and Petzl both make several good ones. Make sure to bring extra lithium batteries. These are indispensable for getting around at night, reading, etc. so, don’t go cheap here.
6. Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should really be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people (optional).
7. A neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it (optional).
Hand
1. Pair liner gloves, thin wool or synthetic, useful alone on mild days or as a layer inside other gloves / mitts for additional warmth.
2. Pair warm gloves (heavier fleece or wool).
3. Pair shell gloves or mitts; Gore-Tex is preferred for keeping hands dry.
4. Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn’t be necessary on the trek. (optional).
Core Body
1. T-shirts (2).
2. Light and expedition weight thermal tops.
3. Fleece jacket or pullover.
4. Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
5. Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
6. Women sports bras, Synthetic, no cotton!
Lower Body – Legs
1. 2 pairs nylon hiking shorts – Quick drying type, not cotton!
2. Underwear, stay away from cotton (4).
3. 2 pairs lightweight long underwear – capilene or other synthetic.
4. Pair soft shell pants – synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
5. 2 pairs trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts.
6. Pair of hard shell pants. Waterproof / breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from the top and bottom – this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
7. Pair cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis).
8. All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture resistant plastic bags.
Feet
1. 4 pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene.
2. 3 pairs heavy weight socks to be worn over liner socks.
3. Pair light weight socks, a good option for the lower / warmer parts of the trail.
4. Pair light to medium weight water proof hiking/trekking boots. Ensure a good fit with layered socks and you have worn then before to get used to it (otherwise you will get lots of blister).
5. Pair light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu.
6. Pair hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes / boots as well as keep your feet dry as necessary (Optional).
7. Pair sandals (Optional).
Medicines and First Aid Kits
(Please note our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However we still recommend you to bring your personal first aid kit as well)
1. Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches.
2. Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
3. Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
4. Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss with us before starting to take this medicine.
5. 1 small personal sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.
Miscellaneous, but Important !
1. Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
2. Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave on at our office in KTM just in case if you need to change the date of your).
3. Durable wallet / pouch for travel documents, money & passport.
4. Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. Handy as it avoids you from having to stop and look for it.
5. Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its’ effectiveness over time.
6. Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
7. Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
8. Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.
9. 2 bandanas.
Optional
1. Pair adjustable trekking poles. Although these are listed as optional, these can be of great assistance to people who may think of themselves and generally clumsy or with bad knees, ankles, etc, especially when going downhill (Optional).
2. Favorite snack foods, no more than 2 pounds (Optional).
3. Paperback books, cards, mp3 player (there are a couple of stops where you could recharge.
4. Avoid players with moving hardware as it may not function. Remember, keep these items light weight (Optional).
5. Binoculars (Optional).
6. 1 light weight point & shoot camera or 1 large SLR. Digital cameras are ok, but you must keep the batteries warm when not in use (Optional).
7. Hydration bladder with drinking tube and tube insulator (Optional).
8. A pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman, some swear by them to avoid that chilly late night trip (Optional).
9. 1 small stainless steel thermos (Optional).
* Please Re-check everything and be sure to take things that suit your comfort, if they are not listed below.
