How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season. It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

4 Days Sirimon Route – Fox Weaver Safaris

This is a spectacular climb that is gentle and much more scenic than through Naro Moru route and is on the drier side of the
mountain which offers some of the finest walking. The route starts from the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki,
climbing up through forest into a wide ridge approaching to the summit area.

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NAIROBI - SIRIMON GATE - OLD MOSES CAMP (3,300m), 3-4hrs, 9km, 680m ASCENT

After pick up in Nairobi, drive to Nanyuki town for lunch crossing the equator en route to the Sirimon Park gate (2,660m).From the gate, trek through magnificent montane forest, bamboo and giant heather zone before reaching the high altitude moorland and our first hut (Old Moses camp 3,300m) for dinner and overnight. This is a gentle trek that takes 3 - 4hrs gaining an elevation of 680m.

Day 2 :

OLD MOSES - SHIPTON'S CAMP (4,200m), 7hrs, 14km, 900m ASCENT

After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking right at the junction. After a water break, continue on the track crossing Ontulili River before turning right contouring through the moorland and crossing Liki North River. Continue uphill to Mackinder Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the SHIPTON'S CAMP. This camp is a surreal setting below the towering peaks and glacier. Residents are rock hyrax and sun birds

Day 3 :

SHIPTON'S- PT. LENANA (4,985m) - OLD MOSES CAMP (3,300m), 11-12hrs, 23km, 785m ASCENT, 1,585m DESCENT

Kick off early (2.30am) and get served with tea and biscuits. Leave at 3.00am to reach Pt. Lenana in time for the African sunrise. The climb starts on frozen scree and continues on a rocky track with some very minor scrambling. Hike for about three hours up to Pt. Lenana (4,985m), the hiker's summit, arriving there in time to watch the African sunrise. Descend to Shipton's camp for breakfast. After breakfast, begin a 5 hour descent via Mackinder Valley to the Old Moses camp (3,300m). The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp. Dinner and overnight at Old Moses camp

Day 4 :

OLD MOSES CAMP - SIRIMON PARK GATE - NAIROBI, 2hrs, 650m DESCENT

After early morning breakfast, descend for 3 hours to the Sirimon Park gate to get a vehicle for transfer to Nairobi, arriving late
in the afternoon

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