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25th May 2021

Post Covid Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp 2021/2022

Have you wished to dance along the diversified massif Himalayan mountains while you were stuck at your home? Annapurna Trek after COVID-19 is the best way to relieve from the days of lockdown and enjoy the mountain rhythms. the trek will allow you to take a nature break and enjoy the amazing mountain views, sunrise, sunsets, flora & faunas, and many more. Pluck up the courage to seize the moment of the life you dreamt of among the mountains as a truly admired mountain person. If you are a mountain person, what else could be better than taking a paradise bath at Annapurna Base Camp.

We value Annapurna mountain as ‘goddess of food and nourishment’ or the ‘goddess of harvest’, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati, wife of Lord Shiva. Mt. Annapurna stands tall at an altitude of 8,091 meters, the tenth highest mountain in the world.

As you ascend the trek, quickly submit yourself to this goddess of nature, love it in the mountain that it becomes impossible to decode your heart into words. When you walk hours beaten by the wind, bountiful landscapes, unforgettable moments, you fly higher and higher.

The legendary classic treks, embody mountaintop, lush rhododendrons, and a majestic range of landscapes awaits your extraordinary in-demand spot. Not only the physical features but the ever-welcoming local settlements will make you believe you should have done this hike a decade ago. You will have stories to tell for yourself for life. Have you ever been to a fairy tale country? You have that irresistibly graceful glacial basin venture only in Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

Mountains and the bushes in Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Mountain captured from the bushes

Post COVID Journey to Annapurna Base Camp

As you venture on the first-day trekking in the Himalayan lap, the first stop is Nayapul, which takes two hours to reach Pokhara.

Post COVID Annapurna trip starts from Kathmandu and the trek from Pokhara. First, you will have sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley before the trek on the next day of your arrival in Nepal. Then we will drive six to seven hours from Kathmandu to Pokhara (910/2985ft) on the third day.

From the spellbinding beauty of Pokhara, we shall drive to Nayapul on the fourth day of the ABC trek. Your trekking itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp will begin from Nayapul. On this very day, we will trek to Tikhedhunga (1495m/4905ft) for a walking duration of 4 Hours. As we go for the fifth day, we trek to Ghorepani (2850m/9348ft) for 6 Hours. The seventh day waits for the Trek to Poon Hill (3200m/10498ft) followed by a trek to Tadapani (2500m/8200ft) for 6 Hours. Likewise, we trek to Chhomrong, Dovan, Deurali, Annapurna Base Camp, Machhapuchre Base Camp, Bamboo, and Jhinu Danda Hot Springs.

Finally, after a walk to Nayapul from Hot Spring, we end the Post COVID Annapurna trek in Pokhara. Looking at experts’ views on post covid travel, there may also be a slight change in your itinerary, please refer to Heaven Himalaya before booking the trip.

What to expect in the Annapurna Trek?

There’s no doubt that the Annapurna Base Camp is one of the best trekking destinations in Nepal. Time and often the title of one of the best-hiking destinations is justified by many international journals and travel articles.

When you are on a post-COVID Annapurna Trek, you get offered more than expected. This justifies your catch-up with ethnic diversities living in remote parts of that area. You visit both the Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp on the single trek.

Besides, the luxuriant rhododendron forests and abundant bamboo add alternate flavor to the breeze of this heavenly place. The mountain adventure along the Annapurna Base Camp is a dreamy glimpse along with the Annapurna ranges. Moments like this shall never end, shall it?

Best time to trek Annapurna Base Camp

The favorable time to melt with admiration for the beauty of the Annapurna Base Camp trek would be pre-monsoon (February, March, April, and May) or late (September, October, November, and December).

Annapurna massif of six definite mountains above 7,000 meters along with a natural hot spring, Jhinu Dada will be at its best. Even though the time of the best season might be anything, the fascinating Gurung and Magar villages are worth experiencing. The weather and temperature change get colder in the upper regions. The temperature usually ranges from 17 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees. In a nutshell, the outlandish flora and fauna, along with a reflection of the Himalayas in Lake Phewa, will give you a celebrating experience of life.

Prayer Flags in the trails of Annapurna

Prayer Flags in the trails of Annapurna Trekking

Trekking to ABC after Covid-19 

Life is an adventure, that spirit is reciprocated in this beautifully crafted ABC trek. The adventure of us struggling in the Covid pandemic has made us realize a lot of life lessons. In the middle of the mental chaos, all we are being relied on is a ‘ray of hope’ to see tomorrow.

What else can it be other than a hope to be in one of the beautiful sights of the Annapurna Base Camp trek, either feeling the air or taking a snap of glory? Many of us have never predicted this hard time, we procrastinate many of our plans of one day engulfing the aurora of the mountains on the edge of the hills. It’s better late than never. Who knows, today might be the right day to snatch the opportunity of the grandness of nature. Get some warm coffee and nestle in mountain ranges as nature hugs you like the mountains were expecting you for a lifetime.

FAQs about Post COVID Annapurna Trek

How hard is the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the massively appreciated and popular treks among international and national trek enthusiasts. The trek is moderate. A beginner trekker with good health can also easily complete the trek in the stipulated time. Although everyone can complete the hike, if you are an absolute beginner, probably hire a trekking guide. The altitude sickness might get fatal sometimes as you hike up to the lap of the mountains. Besides, the trek demands pass for certain areas like Annapurna Conservation Area which you can easily get after you land here in Nepal.

How long does it take to hike to Annapurna Base Camp?

Heaven Himalaya has a money-worth and experience-oriented fifteen days package. The ABC trekking package includes major trekking terrains around ABC camp, historical Kathmandu Valley, naturally blessed Pokhara and everything in between. In case, you are unable to merge the itinerary in your vacation timeframe, we also have an option for Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek- 11 days.

What is the cost to trek Annapurna Base Camp for 2021/2022?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek: USD 1150

Annapurna Panorama Trek USD 910

Short Annapurna Luxury Trek USD 1430

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek USD 1180

These are the quoted price on the company’s website. However, you can email the Heaven Himalaya team mentioning the number of trekkers to get exclusive offers and group discounts.

The Himalayan mountain is calling you! Be There!

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sanjib adhikari

Sanjib is a seasoned adventurer and a tourism expert who has spent the past 6 years immersed in Nepal's vibrant travel industry. He has trekked through Nepal's iconic landscapes in the Everest, Manaslu, Annapurna, and Langtang regions. He now spends his time writing about different places in Nepal and helping others travel effortlessly.

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