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.

Sirimon Route Up – Out Chogoria with Peak Circuit

The Sirimon and Chogoria route Combination is arguably the most magnificent ascent route to the summit area. It is the driest route up the mountain and the walk down beside the Gorges Valley truly spectacular. Accommodation During this Trek is in Bandas. But Camping option is still available upon request

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

Day 1 :

Nairobi (1,795m) to Old Moses (3,300m)

Depart from Nairobi at 0630hrs, driving through agricultural country of the Central highlands. Arrive in Nanyuki for a brief stop and later proceed and Link up with the Guide and Porters at 10.00am, by the Sirimon Gate. Check in and start hiking through the rain forest to Old Moses Camp at 3300m. Picnic Lunch will be served at some point along the way. If you are Lucky you will see big Game Like The buffalo, Elephant, water bucks and other Game, The distance is 9kms and it takes 3hrs. While at the Old Moses camp at 1600hrs you may take a short 1 hr walk just to acclimatize. Diner and overnight at the Old Moses Bandas
3 hrs walking time.
Meals: Lunch and Diner
Accommodation: Old Moses Bandas {Inside the Park}

Day 2 :

Old Moses (3,300m) to Shipton’s camp (4,200m)

After breakfast we start the relatively easy hike of the moorland vegetation on the track crossing Ontulilli River before turning right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North River and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valleys. Walking through the picturesque views of the Sirimon and the Mackinders valleys arriving to Shipton's Camp at 4200m. Lunch is served on the way. This is a relatively long Day, the distance to Shipton’s Camp from 0ld Moses camp is 16kms and it takes 6 hours.
Shipton’s Camp. This camp is a surreal setting below the towering peaks and glacier with amazing views of the Northern side of the Mountain.
Dinner and overnight at the Shipton’s Bandas
6 hrs walking time.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Diner
Accommodation: Shipton’s Bandas {Inside the Park}

Day 3 :

: Peak Circuit, Acclimatization day / Shipton’s to Austrian Hut (4,790 meters (15,715 ft))

Breakfast is served at 0800am and later at 0900am start the peak circuit, from Shipton’s camp the trail leads to kami Camp below the north face of Batian. Continuing southwest the trails climbs up to the ridge 4600 mts above sea level, Hike through the Scree before reaching Hausberg col at 4590m. We will later descend into the upper Hausberg valley and rest at the aptly named oblong and Hausberg tarns. Ascending to the crest of a ridge known as Arthur’s seat we see the trail winding along a beautiful series of rock ledges. We will be able to see Mackinders Teleki Lodge, Two Tarn, Nanyuki Tarn and American Camp. We proceed to Austrian camp thus we shall have seen Point Peter, Daton and other Beautiful Scenes. Picnic Lunch will be served on the way.
Diner and overnight at the Austrian Hut. 4,790m
6 hrs walking time.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Diner
Accommodation: Austrian Hut {Inside the Park}

Day 4 :

Austrian hut/ pt. Lenana 4,985m/ Chogoria Meru Bandas (2,800m) 8 hrs, 24kms, 195m ascent, 2,085m descent.

The highlight of our trip! At 0430hrs, wake up and have tea & biscuits. Start the attempt of the summit peak (Point Lenana, alt 4985 meters), take photos. Sunrise, it’s possible to see Mt Kilimanjaro Kibo and Mawenzi peaks from the Summit of Pt. Lenana if the weather is clear especially at dawn, and the views are spectacular. Descend down to Mintos Hut for full breakfast, After breakfast descend to Mt. Kenya Chogoria Bandas as you see Lake Ellis, Mugi hills, Vivien Falls and the Giant Billiards table at a distance. Picnic Lunch at the road head and you arrive at the Bandas camp Site for the Final Night, dinner and overnight at the Bandas
8 /10hrs walking time.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Diner
Accommodation: Mt. Kenya Chogoria Bandas {Inside the Park}

Day 5 :

Chogoria Bandas Camp to Nairobi

After breakfast descend for a 10kms walk through the bamboo forest, you are picked up by Private transport to Chogoria , Later from Chogoria you bid farewell to the porters and drive to Nairobi or other destination, if you are coming to Nairobi, we drive through agricultural country to reach Nairobi at 3pm .
End of Safari