Transportation

Bus, Airlines
Accomodation

3 Stars Hotels
Maximum Altitude

5,416 metres
Departure from

Kathmandu
Best season

Feb, Mar, Apr & May
Tour type

Eco-Tour, Hiking
Meals

All meals during the trek
Language

English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Fitness level

Easy to Moderate
Group Size

2-15

Overview

Boat Ride on Madre de Dios River (9:00 am):
- We’ll begin our adventure with a 45-minute boat ride along the Madre de Dios River.
- Our destination: the heart of the tropical jungle, where we’ll embark on a 3-kilometer hike toward Lake Sandoval.
Lake Sandoval Exploration (10:00 am):
- Lake Sandoval, nestled within the Tambopata National Reserve, is a natural haven for piranhas and one of the largest lakes in the reserve.
- We’ll hop aboard a paddle boat to get an up-close view of the wildlife surrounding the lake.
- Keep your eyes peeled for fascinating bird species like the cormorant, jacana, and tiger heron.
- We’ll also have the chance to spot other creatures, including the howler monkey, brown-mantled tamarin, and perhaps even the elusive giant otter or black caiman.
Lunch in the Reserve (1:00 pm):
- After our wildlife encounters, we’ll take a break and enjoy lunch within the national reserve.
- Our meal will feature a typical Peruvian jungle dish called “juane”. It’s prepared with chicken, olives, and boiled egg, all wrapped in a bijao leaf (Calathea lutea) and served on a bed of rice.
Return to Puerto Maldonado (3:00 pm):
- With our bellies full and memories captured, we’ll start our journey back to Puerto Maldonado.
- Our tour concludes at 5:00 pm.

Tour Details:

Price per person: S/ 120.00.
Meeting Point: Avenida León Velarde 141, Puerto Maldonado.
Included: Shared transport, bilingual guide (Spanish and English), and lunch.
What to bring: Trekking shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, comfortable clothing, insect repellent, and long trousers.
Weather: Subject to conditions.
Not included: Pickup from accommodation (urban area) and entrance fee to Tambopata National Reserve (US$ 15 per person).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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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 too, 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 a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a 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. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The 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 the offseason.

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

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