The difficulty of the Short trek (8 days)
A short EBC trek is not an exceptionally troublesome trek in Annapurna. However, as it may, A Good physical condition is required to chain the regular strolling. You should figure out how to walk approximately 4-6 hours daily.
The elevation climb is expanded step by step every day, and the stature of the base camp of Annapurna is just 4,130 meters/13,549 feet, permitting genuinely simple acclimatization contrasting with the other high-elevation trek. No climbing abilities are required.
Be that as it may, it is a vastly improved Annapurna base camp trek with an efficient organization. The base Camp trekking is a genuinely famous trekking course.
How to Be Prepared For Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The Short Annapurna Base Camp trek is a perfect package that provides stunning views of Mount Manaslu, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Macchapuchhre, Himchuli, and many other mountain peaks. The short trek to Annapurna Base Camp takes you to charming villages and gives you a glimpse of different flora and fauna. Indeed, the trek is unforgettable and of moderate difficulty. Preparing before starting your Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek journey would be best.
The journey to Annapurna Base Camp takes you to 4130 m at the highest point. You must walk around 4-5 hours daily, so being physically suitable for trekking is necessary. So, the foremost thing to do when preparing for a short Annapurna base camp trek is to improve your walking skills. To increase your strength, get involved in regular exercise, jogging, swimming, and yoga activities.
Getting the necessary permits is also a part of preparedness before starting your short trek to Annapurna Base Camp. It would help if you had two mandatory permits for trekking to Annapurna Base camp: a Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card and an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP). Boundless Adventure is a government-authorized trekking agency in Kathmandu, so for permit preparedness, you don’t need to worry.
A short trek to the Annapurna Base Camp requires good-quality gear and equipment. Preparing yourself with the proper gear for different weather, climate, and temperature conditions is necessary for a successful trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Prepare yourself with waterproof trekking boots with ankle support. Also, carry a warm jacket, waterproof outer layer, sleeping bag, water purification tablet, and personal accessories. For a detailed gear and equipment list, visit Things Needed for Trekking.
Mental preparedness is necessary while you are planning to take a short Annapurna Base Camp trek. You should be prepared with a positive mindset. Prepare yourself to be satisfied with the basic facilities. The Annapurna base camp is remote, so luxury facilities are not in the region. It would be best if you were prepared to stay in a local tea house with no attached washroom. Be ready to stay without wifi, air conditioner, and other luxury facilities.
You must be prepared with a comfortable itinerary for the short trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Boundless Adventure offers customized trekking itineraries, so it is advisable to contact us to plan your itinerary for the ABC short trek.
Besides the above, you must be prepared for acclimatization, acute mountain sickness, travel insurance, health precautions, and guides and porters for your enjoyable journey at Annapurna Base Camp short trek.
Trekking Permit and Other Documents Required
The Annapurna Base Camp short trek requires several permits and other documents. Without necessary trekking permits and documents, your trek will not be fulfilled. Here are the permits and other documents required for the ABC short trek:
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- Nepal Visa: Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal, everyone can get a visa. What types of tickets are you looking for? A Student Visa, Tourist Visa, or Business Visa? You may get a within an hour at the immigration office in Nepal. There will probably be a long queue during the primary travel season.
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- ACAP: The Annapurna region lies inside the Annapurna Conservation Area, so the Annapurna Conservation Area permit (ACAP) is mandatory for entering the region. The ACAP was established by the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC) to preserve and protect the region’s nature and wildlife.
The permit check at the Birethanti check post. If you don’t get this permit with you, you can’t continue your further trek on the Annapurna Base Camp. ACAP can be obtained from the Nepal tourism office, but Boundless Adventure makes it easy by providing this permit to you without any worries.
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- TIMS Card: The trekker’s information management system (TIMS) card is another mandatory permit/document for the short trek to Annapurna Base Camp. The TIMS card helps to manage and ensure the safety of the trekkers throughout the journey. Boundless Adventure can provide the Permit on your behalf.
Documents required for obtaining the ACAP and TIMS card:
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- Passport size photo for both ACAP and TIMS: 4 copies
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- For entry permit, the Application form
Accommodations During Trekking Short ABC
In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you can find simple standard hotels and three-star accommodations, whereas Tea Houses are available for trekking in the mountains.
Although mountain lodges are essential, they offer clean rooms, warm, heated dining halls, hot showers, Clean toilets, and twin-sharing beds.
Meals During Trekking Short ABC
During the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek, you will get three meals daily- breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Local foods (rice, lentils, and vegetable curry) are trendy for the Annapurna trek, the national dish. Besides, you have several choices on the menu: Indian dishes, Chinese dishes, and continental meals. Of course, there are differences between the Annapurna Conservation areas and the lodge management community.
Drinking water During Trekking Short ABC
With the trend and commercialization, people also buy bottles of mineral water at the beginning part of the trek. But we recommend you support the local practice of safe water refill in your bottle. They are drinkable and sanitized well. You can also refill boiled water at the hotel/lodge wherever you stay at night.
You can also drink natural water using purifying tabs like Iodine and Chlorine drops. Drinking enough water is essential on the trek, especially in high-altitude areas like Machhapuchhre base camp and ABC.
How to Prevent Altitude Sickness While Trekking ABC in Minimal Duration?
Altitude sickness is a common problem trekkers face even in the minimal duration. Generally, Acute mountain sickness is faced as you get above 2500m. A short trek to Annapurna Base Camp reaches up to 4130m, so there is still a chance of Altitude sickness while trekking in ABC minimal duration. Headache, Insomnia, Nausea, Lack of coordination, Loss of appetite, and Swelling of hands and feet are some significant symptoms of altitude sickness. If you experience such symptoms, immediately call your guide for help, and our guides will help you overcome such issues.Â
Here are some of the preventive measures and tips that reduce the chance of altitude sickness you may get during short trekking in Annapurna Base Camp:Â
- Ascent slowly: While trekking the Annapurna base camp short trek, consider ascending slowly. Ascending slowly helps your body adapt to the changing temperature and acclimatize to the increasing altitudes.Â
- Carry medicine: While preparing for trekking in the Annapurna Base Camp, consider carrying medicine for altitude-related sickness. Diamox (Acetazolamide) is a commonly used medicine for preventing altitude sickness.Â
- Stay Hydrated: It is necessary to stay hydrated during the short trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Trekking daily for about 4-5 hours leads to tiredness and dehydration, so staying hydrated can help you maintain your body condition. Trekkers are advised to consume 5 liters of water daily while trekking on ABC.Â
- Avoid Alcohol, smoking, and Caffeine: Consumption of alcohol, smoking, and Caffeine leads to dehydration. Consumption of such items can damage respiration and other metabolic activities of the body. So, avoid alcohol, smoking, and even Caffeine as much as you can.Â
- Proper Nutrition: Throughout the short Annapurna Base Camp trekking, you must consume a properly balanced diet with the right amount of carbohydrates. Avoid consuming oily and heavy meals. However, you don’t need to be worried about the meals, as Boundless Adventure provides three meals throughout the trekking journey. The tea houses provide the meals, where you get local and organic food.Â
- Travel with a guide: Guides are the companions of your trekking journey who do multiple tasks for you. A well-experienced guide is trained in handling emergency cases and can recognize your altitude sickness symptoms. So, traveling with an experienced guide can significantly help you prevent the risk of acute mountain sickness.
Risk of High Altitude Sickness
The risk of high altitude sickness, also called acute mountain sickness, increases with an increase in altitude and the speed of ascent. Getting to the destination is beautiful, but the altitude sickness is dangerous. Although altitude sickness is dangerous, it can be prevented and treated. Still, if the condition gets extreme, it can turn into a Severe critical condition. To minimize the risk of high altitude sickness, you need to know about the risk factors of altitude sickness:Â
- Rapid Ascent: When you ascend rapidly on the short trek to Annapurna without letting your body acclimatize, your body will be unable to change temperature. The rapid ascent also doesn’t allow the body to adapt to the decreasing oxygen level at higher elevations, so not allowing your body to acclimate causes a high altitude risk.Â
- Dehydration: Dehydration doesn’t let the body perform metabolic activities, causing respiratory problems. Not properly hydrated can cause headaches, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue, a symptom of acute mountain sickness. Another risk of high altitude sickness is caused due to dehydration in the body.Â
- Consumption of alcohol: During the Annapurna base short trek, one should not consume alcohol. Additionally, consumption of cigarettes and caffeine can also lead to the risk of high altitude sickness.
- Lack of acclimatization: Proper acclimatization is essential while trekking at a higher altitude. Pepper rest plays a vital role in reducing the risk of high-altitude sickness. When your body is in good condition, it will be able to adjust to the changes in temperature and decrease the level of oxygen. Despite that, a lack of acclimatization can cause a high risk of altitude sickness.Â
Combined Treks & Tours With Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek
If you have enough time to spend in Nepal and are not in a hurry, Boundless Adventure provides several combined treks and tours with a short Annapurna Base Camp trek. Nepal is a country that is blessed with the beauty of nature. Whichever package you combine, you’ll have extra fun and enjoy yourself more without boredom. Here are some packages that trekkers choose to combine after and during the successful trek to Annapurna Base Camp:Â
Pokhara Chitwan Lumbini Tour
Tour packages to Pokhara, Chitwan, and Lumbini are some of the most desired trekking packages provided by Boundless Adventure. Starting from the bustling city of Pokhara to visiting the first national park of Chitwan to exploring the birthplace of Lord Gautam Budhha. Doesn’t this sound exciting? Indeed, it does. To get this exciting tour package, you can contact Boundless Adventure.Â
As the gateway to the Annapurna region is Pokhara, you must return from the city after the tour’s success. Pokhara is a major tourist attraction destination in Nepal. The city is the second most populated city in Nepal. Pokhara is the only city from where a mountain above 6000m can be seen from the 800m height. Touring Pokhara is an unforgettable experience as it involves visiting each of Pokhara’s favorite tourist destinations.Â
Although you’ll spend one day exploring Pokhara, you can enjoy each part of the city. The day tour to Pokhara begins with the drive to Sarangkot. Sarangkot is a famous tourist destination in Pokhara that provides expensive city views. The sunrise view from Sarangkot over the mountain peaks of Mount Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu attracts many tourists every year. You’ll visit David WaterFalls, World Peace Pagoda, and the Mountaineering Museum, among other places in Pokhara, on the explore day of Pokhara. Boating at the Phewa Lake is another beautiful experience you’ll gain on the Pokhara tour.Â
After the pleasant tour at Pokhara, you’ll drive towards Chitwan for an exciting journey. On the first day, you reach Chitwan, check into the hotel, and rest. In the evening, you’ll visit the local Tharu village. You’ll also witness the cultural program of the Tharu people. On the second day of the Chitwan tour, you’ll have adventurous activities, including a Jeep ride, elephant back safari, canoeing, and bird watching at Chitwan National Park. Many endangered animals, including the Royal Bengal Tiger and the One-horned Rhino, are also seen during your Jungle Safari.Â
After spending a day on the Chitwan tour, you’ll drive towards the birthplace of the lord Buddha, Lumbini. You won’t be involved in any tour on the day you reach Lumbini, but you can explore the nearby areas. Another day at Lumbini is the full-day exploration day. On the day, you’ll have a tour of Lumbini Square, the birthplace of Lord Siddhartha Gautam Buddha. On the Lumbini square, you’ll visit the ancient temples of Mayadevi, Puskarini pond, Pillar of Ashoka, monasteries made by different countries, a beautiful garden, and other attractions.Â
Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking
Generally, the Annapurna Base Camp trek includes Ghorepani Poonhill trekking. However, in the short Annapurna Base Camp trek, trekking to Poonhill is not Included. So, most trekkers, after getting to the Annapurna region, desire to combine the trek to Ghorepani Poonhill.Â
Poon Hill trekking is a delightful trip in the Annapurna region located at an elevation of 3210m. The route to Poon Hill begins from the Ghorepani village at an elevation of 2874m. Trekkers stay at the hotel of Ghorepani a day earlier, and the next day early in the morning, they go for Poon Hill trekking. Â
It takes to get to PoonHill from Ghorepani is 45 minutes of hiking. Poon Hill is a vantage point for getting the sunrise view. Sunrays at the tip of the Mountains, including Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Himchuli, Nilgiri, Dhampus Peak, etc. are mesmerizing. The Ghorepani Poonhill trekking provides breathtaking mountain scenery, takes you through the beautiful landscape of the Annapurna region, and gives you a chance to have a cultural experience.Â
Tailor-Made Trip 8 Days Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking
Boundless Adventure offers group joining and individual private trekking packages for Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking. To customize the itinerary that fits your demand, we operate tailor-made trips for individuals and families from the first day of your arrival in Pokhara to Annapurna Base Cap and Pokhara.
It would help if you let us know beforehand.
