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Api Base Camp Trek - 19 days

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  • Be ready to stay in a vehicle for almost a day as the journey begins with a scenic yet long ride to Attariya from Kathmandu 
  • The unwinding rough paths cut on the edges of the massive cliffs 
  • Vast meadowlands and massive hills 
  • Herds of sheep, goats, sheep are the companion of the travelers 
  • Encounter authentic cultures of Darchula locale  
  • Admire the deep valleys and bending roads and the verdant green forests 
  • Witness the fine views of the spectacular mountains, hills, glaciers and the lakes 
  • Relish the beauty of the mountains from Api base camp and if energy remains hike for another 3-4 hours to visit tranquil Kali Dhunga Lake 
Trip Facts
Duration
23 Days
Country
Nepal
Maximum Altitude
4100
Group Size
2+

Api Base Camp Trek is one of the most beautiful trekking journeys in the forgotten part of Nepal. The destination i.e. Api Base Camp is located in the far west region of Nepal and the district of Darchula. Anyone thinking of exploring Api Base Camp can experience the true feeling of trekking in Nepal and taste the feeling of walking in the remote and isolated parts of Nepal. The place is remote and most of the time forgotten by the people in the government hence the village has yet to see the proper developmental infrastructure. The village is so distant from modernization that even the most necessary form of infrastructure which is transportation still has not reached this place.

The journey is short even if this is a far-off place but it could have been much easier if the facilities of any sort of transportation were available for trekkers with limited amounts of time. Nonetheless, even the remoteness of this place didn’t stop people from travelling to this beautiful destination almost a decade back. The moist insurgent played a huge role in making this place neglected by the rest of the world.
The journey to Api Base Camp is full of life. Even on the journey, you will meet a few souls. However, whoever you come across, will greet you with a warm smile. The trekking route to Api Base Camp is difficult but not impossible as well. So whoever you meet on the journey, everyone will wish you a good journey thinking that you are not familiar with the rough paths ahead of you. These souls are pure and knowing them while on the journey will make your trek even more awesome. 

The culture you encounter here is different from other trekking regions of Nepal. People residing in these areas are known as Khas people and their culture, tradition, customs, rituals, and dialect are different from other Nepalese whom you will meet in the initial days of your journey in Nepal. Mostly Brahmins and Chhetris reside in these mountains so the cultural experience you get to experience here is different and realistic in every sense. If you have been to Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Base Camp trekking, then what you experience in this journey is quite different from these routes. 

Most of all, it is very interesting to experience and learn about this particular destination which offers raw natural and cultural beauty to travellers. The memories made while on this journey with Himalayan, Ecological Trekking would last as an unforgettable memory. Himalayan Ecological Trekking especially specializes in remote area trekking so you are in the hands of experts who are familiar with every Himalayan corner of Nepal.

Api Base Camp Trek - 19 days Itinerary

Day 1

Pick up from airport transfer to the Hotel

Max Altitude: 1,375m (4,511ft)
Meals: Up to you
Accommodation: 3 star category Hotel

Warmly welcome at Tribhuban international airport. Our representative will get you and transfer you to the hotel. He will explain to you shortly about your program. After this, free day up to your timetable leisure day overnight hotel.    

Day 2

Sightseeing in UNESCO world sites in Kathmandu valley

Max Altitude: 1,375m (4,511ft)
Meals: Up to you
Accommodation: 3 star category Hotel
Day 3

Flight to Nepalgunj

Max Altitude: 150m (492ft)
Meals: Menu
Accommodation: 3 star category Hotel
Day 4

Drive from Nepalgunj to Mahendranagar

Meals: Menu
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Day 5

Drive from Mahendranagar to Gokuleshwor

Max Altitude: 800m (2,624ft)
Meals: Menu
Accommodation: Tea house
Day 6

Trek from Gokuleshwor to Karkale

Max Altitude: 900m (2,952ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 7

Trek from Karkale to Chiureni

Max Altitude: 1,100m (3,608ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 8

Trek from Chiureni to Makarighat

Max Altitude: 1,800m (5,905ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 9

Trek from Makarighat to Seti

Max Altitude: 2,800m (9,186ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 10

Trek from Seti to Lawathi

Max Altitude: 3,000m (9,842ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 11

Trek from Lawathi to Simar

Max Altitude: 3,300m (10,826ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 12

Trek from Simar to Dhawaliwadar

Max Altitude: 3,800m (12,467ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 13

Trek from Dhawalidwar to api Base Camp

Max Altitude: 4,100m (13,451ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 14

Explore day

Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 15

Trek from Base Camp to Saheb Bagar

Max Altitude: 2,800m (9,186ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 16

Trek from Saheb Bagar to Makarighat

Max Altitude: 1,800m (5,905ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 17

Trek from Makarighat to Bitule

Max Altitude: 1,200m (3,937ft)
Meals: Own cook bake
Accommodation: Tent/Homestay
Day 18

Trek from Bitule to Gokuleshwor

Max Altitude: 800m (2,624ft)
Meals: Menu
Accommodation: Homestay
Day 19

Drive from Gokuleshwor to Mahendranagar

Meals: Menu
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Day 20

Drive from Mahendranagar to Nepalgunj

Max Altitude: 150m (492ft)
Meals: Menu
Accommodation: 3 star category Hotel
Day 21

Flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu

Max Altitude: 1,375m (4,511ft)
Meals: Up to you
Accommodation: 3 star category Hotel
Day 22

Extra Day

Day 23

Drop to airport flight to your destination

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Cost Details

Includes

  • Airport pick up and drop all with tour planning
  • 3-star category hotel with BB plan in the city
  • flight as per itinerary
  • All transportation as per itinerary
  • Insurance and Equipment Nepali crew
  • Government license holder Trekking Guide and Porter (2 Trekker = I porter)
  • City Tour Guide with entrance fees and private vehicle
  • Medical Kit ( first add box)
  • All government and local taxes
  • Farewell Teahouse or home stay accommodation during the trek
  • During the trek all meals:- Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
  • All Government paperwork with National park fees
  • Company Duffel bag
  • Domestic dinner tradition Nepali restaurant with culture program

Excludes

  • Nepali visa fee
  • International Flight
  • Personal expenses (like-: Battery charge, Chocolate candy, P.T, Wi-Fi more)
  • Rescue insurance
  • City meals ( Lunch Dinner) and extra night due to early arrival trekking, overstay compare to plan any reason.
  • Any bottle of drink and all kind of alcohol
  • Money wire charge
  • Tips for Guide, porter and driver ( all crew during the trek with driver)

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