Annapurna Base Camp Heli Return Trek

Overview
Itinerary
Includes/Excludes
Trip Info

Max. Altitude

4,130m

Best Season

Oct -Dec & March-May

Activity

Trekking

Start / End Point

Kathmandu / Kathmandu

Overview of Annapurna Base Camp Heli Return Trek

Annapurna base camp heli return trek is the unique trekking way that gives you the experience of walking through the diverse landscapes and cultural diversities with a scene of the high mountains, Asia’s largest rhododendron forest, cultural and traditional villages of the Gurkha people, and a different variety of vegetations.

Annapurna helicopter trek not only offers an amazing walk but also a scenic flight over the mountain and beautiful villages. Flight offers us magnificent views of the snow-capped mountains, beautiful landscapes, green hills, rice fields, and Gurung villages.

ABC short trek is mainly targeted at people who have a very short period of holiday/ time. The one treks cover the two most popular and most trekked destinations; Poonhill trek and Annapurna Base Camp trek.

Annapurna Base Camp Heli return trek itinerary is a special itinerary that is the most popular for being the closest and easiest base camp trekking. Annapurna base camp is located in the north-central part of Nepal inside the Annapurna conservation area. In this single trip, you’ll get a chance to experience the mountains above 8000.

The helicopter trek to Annapurna base camp is situated at 4130 m above sea level, surrounded the massive mountains, including the world's 10th highest mountain Mt. Annapurna I (8091 m). Annapurna base camp is a beautiful small valley that offers picturesque views of the mountains like Annapurna south (7273 m), Gangapurna (7454 m), unclaimed fang (7647 m), Machhapuchre(6997 m), and other small peaks.

Maximum Altitude

1400m

Accomodations

Fairfield/Lo-Mustang

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

4-5 hrs drive

Accomodations

Lodge

Maximum Altitude

3120m

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

5-6hrs

Accomodations

Lodge

Maximum Altitude

2170m

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

6-7 hrs

Accomodations

Lodge

Maximum Altitude

2310m

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Lodge

Maximum Altitude

3200m

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Lodge

Maximum Altitude

4130m

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

5-6hrs

Accomodations

Lodge

Maximum Altitude

910m

Meals

B L D

Trek Duration

Accomodations

04-star

Maximum Altitude

1400m

Accomodations

Fairfield/Lo-Mustang.

Transportation

28 min

Equipment Checklist

Required Equipments for Trekking in Nepal

Breathable Underwear
Sports Bra
Base Layers
Trekking Shirts
Trekking Trousers and Shorts
Fleece Jacket
Down jacket (insulated jacket)
Windcheater (water proof)
Sun protection Hat
Headband or Beanie
Scarf or neckband
Gloves (inner and outer )
Hiking Boots
Trekking Shoes
Hiking Socks
Thermal Socks
Gaiters
Duffel Bag
Day pack
Sleeping Bag
Trekking poles
Sunglasses
Hydration bladder or Water bottle
Head Lamps
Batteries
Personal towel
Swiss army knife
Sun lotion
Medical & first-aid kit
Woolen socks
Waterproof jacket
Lip Guard
Insulated pants
Baby wipers

Required Equipments for Climbing in Nepal

Water bottle
Batteries and bulbs
Flashlight
Personal towel
Swiss army knife
Rucksack
Sun lotion
Medical & first-aid kit
Sewing kit
Polypropylene/wool socks
Other required equipment
Sleeping bag
Down Jacket
Waterproof jacket
Trekking shoes/boots
Camp shoes
Jumperorpile jacket
Hiking pants
Hiking shirts
Full–sleeves shirt
T-shirts
Sun hat
Gloves
Woolen hat
Long underwear
Goggles or sun glasses
Gaiters
Sun block for lips
Light cotton socks
Mountain trekking boots
Woolen socks to wear with boots
Nylon wind breaker
Insulated pants
Nylon wind pants
Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
Sun hat
Long cotton hiking shorts
Fleece/wool for climbing
Lightweight fleece
Sleeping pad (karri mat) or thermarest
Down high altitude sleeping bag
Down jacket/trousers/vest
Light cotton athletic socks and wool socks
Water proof climbing jacket
Head torch/batteries/bulbs
Climbing sunglasses
Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
Sun screen
Warm climbing trousers
Wool long underwear
Other required equipment
Climbing boots
Gaiters
Ice axe
Harness
Crampons
Karabiners
Tapes/slings
Snow bars
Ice screws
Rock pegs
Deadmen
Crash hat
Day bag
Rucksack
Lip salve
T-shirts
Ascenders
Ascenders
Kit bag

Airport pick up and drops international and domestic with private transport
Complete departure information, about trek, flight ticket, guide, altitude sickness and reconfirmation and extend visa service (if necessary) and extra tour service before the trek starting.
3 nights 4 star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast.
Helicopter Flight from Annapurna base camp to Pokhara.
Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara for member and involved staffs & Luggage allowed only 10 kg Big bag & 5 kg hand carry.
Best Lodge accommodation & full board meals throughout the trek.
9 breakfast, 6 lunch and 7 dinner included chosen from lodge menu.
6 Nights twin share best available tea-house accommodation during the trek.
As per group size experience, government license holder trek guide, helpful and friendly strong, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, transportation, accidental insurance for all staff.
Warm Down jacket and seasonal sleeping bag will be provided during the ABC trekking ( down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip )
TIMS fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 3 passport size photos for permits)
Annapurna Conservation entry free
Mt. Annapurna Community Development fee
Porter carry trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and Annapurna base camp trekking map.
First Aid kits for the staffs and the groups including Oxi-meter to check pulse and heart beat in high altitude
Water drop purifier for safe drinking water
Services coordination for emergency and rescue operations
All Government taxes & service charge
Farewell Dinner in reputed traditional Nepali cultural restaurant.
Achievement Certificate.

Travel insurance which covers 6000,m emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
International airfare.
Nepal entry visa charge.
All beverages and others personal expenses.
Snacks and other personal expenses.
Battery charge, hot showers, internet & international phone calls.
Tips for Guide, Porter and Drivers.
Service not mentioned above.

Annapurna Base Camp Heli return trek starts from the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara then drive about 1 hour to Nayapul. Nayapul is the trekking starting point for multiple trekking routes. From there we will ascend towards Ulleri passing by suspension bridges, waterfalls, and beautiful Gurung village.

On the third day of trekking, in the morning we will walk like 1 hour to see the mesmerizing view of the sunrise over the Annapurna range from poon hill. Poonhill is also the most popular trekking destination from where you can view the closer views of the mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and many-many other massive mountains.

Passing through the dark forest of rhododendron and bamboo we will ascend towards Annapurna base camp. After 6 days of the trek, we finally reach our main primary destination of the trek Annapurna base camp and the end-day of the Annapurna Base Camp Heli return trek.

Next day, after breakfast we will take a scenic flight from Annapurna base camp to the touristic city/ paradise Pokhara. After the sightseeing around the fewa lake and Mountain museum, we will return back to Kathmandu.