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Annapurna Base Camp Trek Packing List

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Annapurna base camp trek is the Himalayan region high altitude trek. You have to walk 5-6 hours a day, a more than a week carrying with heavy load backpack. You have to arrange a trekking bag wisely as per the trekking season. And you must feel comfortable while walking.  Thus you have to pack trekking gears consider as an Annapurna base camp trek packing list before starting a journey.

Packing trekking gears in the Himalayan region trek is a challenging task itself. You should be careful while arranging trekking gear that you have to including needed items and gears. Plus, you don’t need to pack unnecessary items that make heavy load your luggage and it will be a burden while walking through the uneven and rocky trail.

During the trek, if you packing properly you can overcome the various difficulty. However, you can trek easily and comfortably even on difficult trekking trail with lightweight trekking gears as per the trekking season and how long did you take part in this trek.

The article provides the list of necessary equipment’s that you should be packing on the list.  The list is not mandatory. But you can personalize it according to your needs.

 

Content

List of packing for ABC Trek

For autumn and spring

For monsoon/summer

For winter

Lists of Hygiene and Toiletries for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Important Travel Documents

Electronic and Gadgets to Pack for ABC Trek

Backpack for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Footwear for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Sleeping Gear for the ABC Trek

Extra Gears to Pack for the ABC Trek

Some Tips on Wise Packaging for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Conclusion

 

List of packing for ABC Trek

Annapurna base camp trek packing list according to the trekking season as you choose to trek. If you are trekking in monsoon you have to pack waterproof trekking gears. For the winter season, you have to bring warm clothes. You should wear a layer of clothes that you can take off if the weather is hot and you can put on clothes if the weather is cold.

For autumn and spring

Autumn (September-November) and spring (March-May) season are offering perfect stable weather and moderate temperature during Annapurna base camp trek. That is why autumn and spring season is the best time to trek in ABC. During the trek, you enjoy the clear views of skies that offer mesmerizing views of nature. The days are sunny and bright. Thus, you will sweat a lot. So. You can wear lightweight cotton clothes. Wearing full sleeve shirts and t-shirt will avoid the suntans.

For Annapurna base camp trek in autumn and spring, you don’t need to bring extra warm and woolen clothes. However, you have to carry thermals for the nights and mornings.

Here is the packing list of ABC trek in the autumn and spring season;

  • Lightweight hiking shirt
  • Full or half Pants/ Trousers
  • Hiking underwear
  • Thermals
  • A pair of good quality trekking shoes
  • Wind-cheater Jacket and trousers
  • Lightweight down jacket
  • A pair of hiking sandals
  • Gloves
  • Lightweight hiking socks
  • Shorts
  • Light underwear’s
  • Comfortable Sports Bras (for girls)
  • A Sun Hat
  • Sunglasses

 

For monsoon/summer

Monsoon (June-August) is the rainy season in Nepal. The atmosphere is humid during ABC trek. Generally, evening and night time heavy downpour. If rainfall during the daytime, the temperature will be pleasant. However, the sunny days are hot while walking. Plus, evening and night can get colder at higher elevation because of the downpour.

Due to the rainfall trekking trail will be muddy and slippery. Also, you are suffering from leaches and mosquitos. So, you have to bring table salt, for leeches, and anti-bug lotions. Plus, you have to pack waterproof clothes.

For monsoon season packing these things;

  • Full sleeve trekking Shirt
  • Windproof/ waterproof trekking trousers (long)
  • Winds topper Jacket (waterproof)
  • Anti-leech Socks
  • Down Jacket for cold nights
  • A Rain jacket
  • A Rain Pant
  • Waterproof trekking boots

 

For winter

The winter (December-February) season trek in ABC is cold. The weather condition getting worse during the winter season trek. During mid-winter you are suffering from the harsh condition of cold weather. You might be an encounter of avalanches and terrible conditions of storm snowing.

The winter nights are chilling. But daytime temperature is bearable. However, the night and morning time temperatures can drop below the freezing point. Thus you have to carry warm clothes and wear to protect your body from cold weather.

Here is the list of Annapurna base camp trek during the winter season;

  • Warm Shirt and Trousers
  • A woolen cap
  • A woolen scarf
  • Layered clothing
  • Lightweight woolen jumper/ sweater
  • Down jacket or down vest
  • Fleece or wool trousers
  • Heavyweight gloves or mittens
  • Thermals
  • Thermal underwear’s

 

Lists of Hygiene and Toiletries for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

You have to well-maintain health and hygiene during the Annapurna base camp trek. If you are sick during the trek you might ruin the fantastic experience of the Himalayan region trek. So, you have to take care of the health condition. Since Annapurna base camp trek takes you to high altitude, the environment condition is different for you, where you belonging.

In addition, trekkers should adopt a new environment and it will a difficult task for some of them. So, you have to take care of your health while adjusting.  Therefore, you must be careful while bringing hygiene and toiletries for the trek.

So, carry all the necessary items for your everyday use.

Here is the list of some essential toiletries and hygiene items;

  • Sunscreen
  • Face and Body Moisturizer
  • Lip guard
  • Toothpaste and a Toothbrush
  • Multipurpose Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hand sanitizer
  • A lightweight Towel
  • Toilet Paper
  • Deodorant
  • First aid kit with medicines (for altitude sickness, Diarrhea, sprains, cold)
  • Regular medicines
  • Nail Clippers
  • Sanitary pads (for girls)

 

Important Travel Documents

For the Annapurna base camp trek, you need to have two types of permits, ACAP (Annapurna Conservation areas Project) and TIMS card. There are various checkpoints you have to show your permits.

Here is the important travel document list most of the time with you;

  • You’re Passport
  • Visa
  • Travel Insurance
  • Air Tickets
  • Voucher
  • Passport Sized Photos
  • Map and Guide Book
  • Money (Nepali currency) and money bag
  • The two Permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek: ACAP and TIMS card.

 

Electronic and Gadgets to Pack for ABC Trek

  • Mobile Phone and Charger
  • Camera, Memory Cards and Charger or Batteries
  • Tripod Stands
  • Headlamp and Extra Batteries
  • Power Bank
  • Plug Adapter

 

Backpack for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek Packing List 

You have to pack all the necessary equipment for ABC trek, so you have good quality and size backpack. You can be brought that is around 35-55L size capacity backpack.  While purchasing you have to care all the trekking gears can comfortably bring.

Plus, you have to bring a rain cover for the monsoon season trek. The trekking bag should easy to carry.

 

Footwear for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

  • A pair of good quality and comfortable Hiking Boots (water-resistant)
  • A couple of casual Sandals
  • Trekking Socks (2 – 3 pairs)

 

Sleeping Gear for the ABC Trek

Annapurna base camp is a higher altitude trek and it is quite colder than lower altitude trek in any season trekking. So, it is wise to bring a sleeping bag for the Himalayan region trek.

If you are trekking in peak season overcrowded the trekking trail. The tea houses provide the twin sharing room with, comfortable separate two-bed, blankets, and pillows. So, sometimes these blankets will not sufficient for comfortable sleep. So you must bring a sleeping bag for warm sleeping in the Himalayan region in Nepal.

 

Extra Gears to Pack for the ABC Trek

  • Trekking Poles
  • Binoculars
  • Alarm Clock
  • Ear Plug
  • Eye Mask

 

Some Tips on Wise Packaging for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

  • Avoid carrying unnecessary items packing. Hire a porter if you have heavy packing.
  • Bring some energy bars and chocolates in your backpack. If you are hunger along the trek after a long hour walk. It gives you more energy for the walk.
  • Carry warm and comfortable trekking gears as per the trekking season.
  • If you are trekking in summer, you will get a sweater. So, bring soft and breathable fabric underwear and bras to prevent chafe.
  • Drinking plenty of water while trekking in the Himalayan region. Carry your own bottle you can refill and purified along the trekking trail and use it. It will help you to overcome the altitude sickness problem.
  • The sanitary products for girls are hardly available while on the trek. So, purchase tampons at Pokhara/ Kathmandu if you menstruate. Carry them with you if you needed during the trek.
  • Rain gears are necessary for the monsoon season trek. It will help to protect from the rain. So, you have to bring a rain cover for the backpack.

 

Conclusion

Annapurna base camp trek with a little bit of preparation and smart packing that will makes your adventure a more comfortable trekking experience.

You have to pack an Annapurna base camp trek as per the current weather situation. It will provide a more clear vision of what you need to prepare during a trek for the comfortable trip in Nepal.

For more information, you can contact us.

www.adventurealpinetreks.com

Namaste from the lap of Himalayan country Nepal!!!

Dashain Festival in Nepal

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Dashain is the biggest glory of Nepal.it is grandeur for the Nepalese people.  We celebrate it in Ashwin and lasts for 10 days. Dashain is celebrated by the Hindu, Nepalese community for the goddess Durga victory over the vile Mahishasura. In addition to worship the Goddess Durga. It is also important for the lord ram and his beautiful existence… Meanwhile, Dasain has also great importance in extended reunions of family, which is helpful in many ways. All the government agencies, educational institutions, and other public sectors get closed down during this festival period. Dashain festival is one of the diverse festivals in Nepal. It is celebrated including or involving from a range of different social, cultural religious, and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders and sexual orientations. Dashain is celebrated by the Hindu followers and other Nepalese people of both Indian and Chinese origin all over Nepal. It is the festival that unites all Nepalese around the globe.  This festival signifies unity, the victory of truth, and the inception of happiness

The Main Occasion of these Festivals:

The Ghatasthapana day is the beginning of the Dashain. On this day, we worship the goddess Durga. We also grow grains of Jamara. Jamara is the grass that emerges after barley seeds germinate. All most all the play swings and kites wear all the new clothes as the celebrations of good over bad. It is not for a fun but it is a ritual in reality.

Phulpati is the seventh day. It is said that Phulpati brings all the nine goddesses to your home and nine plants represent all the goddesses and it is a faith that welcoming Phulpati to the home signifies a positive effect and coming of God in our surrounding.

On this day, there is a major event that is celebrated at the center of Kathmandu, Tundikhel where armies use quality firearms for goddess Durga. The Brahmins carry Water pot, holy Jamara, banana plants, and sugar cane tied with the red garment from Gorkha to Kathmandu.

On the eighth day, Goddess Durga is said to be satisfied through the sacrifice of sheep, goats, and buffalo. The night of this day is called the big ‘Night’ of the year. In every Hindu household, the animals are said to be sacrificed for god and for her overall satisfaction.

According to Hindu philosophy, this was the day when all the demons were defeated by Durga and the mass killing of animal gets great importance. Meat would be brought home and called as “Prasad”. On this day, all Hindus shut their works and celebrate with family and relatives. On this auspicious day, Hindus get holiday all over Nepal. Seniors give blessings to all the junior relatives, every home is cleansed as it is a temple. This day is celebrated as if all are in heaven. It is such a heavenly pleasure that can’t be expressed in words.

It is the festival in which all people around the globe gather with relatives. In today’s era of consumerism for desire, almost everyone is working hard. Limited income and consumerism are serious factors responsible for creating problems in the celebration of Dashain. People forget their sufferings and luxuriate themselves in eating various food, drinking types of whiskeys, and merrymaking in worse possible ways. It is a worse outcome. Thousands of beasts are killed for trivial reasons. This causes social, cultural, economic harm to upcoming generations as they keep on killing animals for sake of religion. Festivals like Dashain needs to be a platform to control money, to avoid heavy unnecessary depts. To save animal’s lives and it should advocate for spiritual get-together which promotes humanity among children.

I have grown up in an extended family and hence Dashain has been always a positive vibe. The preparation of Dashain has always been an elaborate fun and flow of responsibilities I still remember many of our relatives from all around the Kathmandu valley during Dashain coming to perform lavish Dashain rituals. It was like a grand annual adventure, all were greatly excited for positive outcomes from meetings and lavish greetings.

Conclusion

I contemplate the modern setting of the nuclear family has hampered the great positive feeling that we used to have and celebrate.

Also, I have seen an overflow of people in Kathmandu valley in recent years, the capital city of Nepal has lots of public vehicles and so it also has created a worse situation for people who don’t have their own vehicles to travel during Dashain. During this time, the buses or micros are overloaded aggressively which have caused much loss of life and also have caused many fatal injuries. It needs to be taken care of by the government and Nepalese society accordingly.

5 days Treks in Nepal

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Nepal is the land of the world’s highest Mount Everest and the birthplace of Buddha means peace. There is much more attractive that offers the amazing beauty of nature. So, this is the land of wonder and amusement. Also, it has offers many more trekking and tour packages as well as adventurous outdoor sports while you are in Nepal. You can spend your holiday with more adventure and fun for the lifetime memory.

The 5 days treks in Nepal offers different difficulty level with a different part of Nepal. Due to the accessibility of this trekking trail are begin popular can be done within a short period.

Novice trekkers can join these trekking trails with their family and friends as well as any age group of people. A short period of trek doesn’t mean that you are not enjoying the spectacular beauty of nature and the snowcapped Himalayan range.

You can extend your 5 days treks in Nepal as per your time frame and choice. Here we discuss some best short duration trek that you can consider while traveling in Nepal.

 

Content

Poon hill trek

Everest view trek

Helembu trek

Mardi Himal Trek

Chisapani Nagarkot Trek

Dhampsuh-Sarankot Trek

Packing for 5 Days Treks in Nepal

Tips of 5 Days Treks in Nepal

Conclusion

 

Poon hill trek

Grade: Easy

Max Elevation: 3210m, Poon Hill

Best season: Spring and autumn season

The Poon hill 5 days treks is a perfect choice who are looking short duration trek. Yet, you still enjoy the mesmerizing views of nature and exciting experience during the trek.

However, most of the lower elevation trek is less difficult and less demanding. During the trek, you enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan range from the Poon hill viewpoint.

On the trek, you can see Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan range, with Machhapuchre, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu, and many more mountain peaks. You will witness the sunrise views along with the trekking trail different vantage.

The trekking trail leads you through the picturesque terraced slopes, beautiful remote villages, paddy fields, rivers, waterfalls, and diverse landscapes. Also, you enjoy exploring the diversity of flora and fauna in the Annapurna conservation trek. Moreover, you will experience the wonderful culture and tradition along the trekking trail ethnic Gurung and Magar people.

This short Poon hill trek suitable for any age group of people that can participate at any time of the year. If you trek in winter you will witness the snowfalls.

You had an amazing experience during the trek, you would not stop telling about the trip to Nepal.

Outline itinerary

Day 01: Fly Kathmandu to Pokhara, Drive to Nayapool (1070m), and Trek to Hille (1467m)

Day 02: Trek to Ghorepani (2860m) via Ullari (1900m)

Day 03: Early Morning Hike to Poon Hill (3210m), and trek to Tadapani (2640m)

Day 04: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1963m)

Day 05: Trek to Nayapool and drive back to Pokhara

 

Everest view trek

Grade: Moderate

Max Elevation: 3900m, Everest View Hotel

Best season: Spring and autumn season

Everest view trek is the best short trekking package in the Everest region trek. This one of the most exciting treks takes you through the amazing Khumbu valley with typical Sherpa villages along the trek.

The trek begins picturesque mountain flight Kathmandu to Lukla. The trekking trail leads you through the Dudh Koshi River with amazing alpine green lush Rhododendron forest, yak pasture, ancient monasteries, and Mani walls.

Along the trekking trail, lodges or tea houses provide hospitality service from the local Sherpa people. Everest view trek flows the Everest base camp trekking trail couple of days.

The trek offers the views of Everest, Lothse, Cho You, Nuptse, Amadablem, Thamserku, Khumbila, Khanga, and many more.

You had a mesmerizing view of the Himalayan range during the trek. Also, you will experience the Sherpa culture, tradition, and lifestyle along the trek.

It will perfect options who have a short time and dream to be being part of the Everest region trek to experience the fantastic views of Mount Everest.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,840m) and trek to Phagding (2,630m)

Day 02: Trek from Phagdain to Namche Bazar (3,440m)

Day 03: Day of hiking Everest view hotel (3860m), and Sagarmatha national park

Day 04: Trek back to Lukla

Day 05: Fly back to Kathmandu (35 minutes)

 

Helambu trek

Grade: Moderate

Max Elevation: 5650m, Tharepati Pass

Best season: Spring and autumn season

Helambu is the popular trekking trail in the Langtang region trek. It is located north side near to the Kathmandu valley.  You can explore beautiful areas and experience the cultural aspect of the trek.

The 5 days short Helambu trek offers the excellent thrilling views of mountains. Like Dorje Lakpa Jugal Himal, Langtang Lirung, and several mountain peaks. The trek takes you through the typical remote villages, paddy fields, waterfalls, glaciers, and rivers with diverse landscapes.

This is an ideal trek who are looking short-duration trek in the Lantang region.

You will enjoy exploring the Langtang national park where you can get the views of endangered animals along the trekking trail.

The Helambu trek covers around 70Km from Kathmandu. This short trek begins from the Sundrijal drive from Kathmandu valley. You will be passing through the Sivapuri national park areas flowing the way to Chisapani.

During the trek, you will be passing through the villages of Kutumsang, Melamchi, Tarke Gyang, and Timbu.

This is a lower elevation trek, you don’t have any problem with Altitude sickness. If you are looking short duration it will be best for you.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and Trek to Chisapani, 1350m

Day 02: Trek to Kutumsang, 2446m

Day 03: Trek Tharepati Pass, 5650m

Day 04: Trek from Tharepati to Tarke Gyang, 2743m via Melamchi Gaon, 2640m

Day 05: Trek to Timbu and drive back to Kathmandu

 

Mardi Himal Trek

Grade: Moderate

Max Elevation: 4,500m Mardi Himal base Camp

Best season: Spring and autumn season

Mardi Himal trek is a newly open off beaten trekking trail situated in the Annapurna region. The trek begins from the beautiful city Pokhara. It has offered picturesque views of surrounding nature and overwhelmed views of the Himalayan range.

Here you enjoy the trek to get the mesmerizing views of green hills, snowcapped mountains, and walk through the Rhododendron forest.

During the trek, you will get the views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain range, Machhapuchree, Manaslu, etc.

Mardi Himal treks take you through the foothill of Machhapuchre, it is the forbidden mountain to climb because the mountain is taken as a goddess.

As you arrive at Mardi Himal base camp you can explore the amazing views of mountains, glaciers, and landscape.

Overall you had an amazing experience of the Himalayas and natural views of surroundings.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Fly to Pokhara and drive to Kande and trek to Pothana (2,125m)

Fay 02: Trek to Forest Camp (2,520 m)

Day 03: Trek to High Camp (3,700m) via Low Camp (2,970 m)

Day 04: Hike to Mardi Himal Base camp (4,500m) and trek back to Siding (1,750m)

Day 05: Drive back to Pokhara

 

Chisapani Nagarkot Trek

Grade: Easy

Max Elevation: 2,175 m

Best season: All season

Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is the Kathmandu valley hike that offers the excellent beauty of nature. The trek takes you out of overcrowded and free of the burden of work.

The trekking trail takes you through the Sivapuri national park, where you will experience a diversity of flora and fauna. You enjoy the amazing views of natural surroundings.

These two places offer amazing sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayan range. Here you can get the views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, and Everest Himalayan range including Lantang Lirung, Laka Dorja, and many more snowcapped peaks.

During the trek, you had an experience of Nepali culture, tradition, and lifestyle. You had an amazing opportunity to explore the Hindu and Buddhist religious sites.

Overall, you will enjoy the thrilling views of nature and snowcapped mountain views within a short time.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing

Day 03: Trek to Chisapani (2,315 m)

Day 04: Trek to Nagarkot (2,100m)

Day 05: Hike to Changunarayan (1,640m) and drive back to Kathmandu

 

Dhampus-Sarankot Trek

Grade: Easy

Max Elevation: 1770m, Dhampus

Best season: All season

Dhampus Sarankot is the popular easy trek start from the Pokhara. This trek takes you popular viewpoint Dhampus and Sarankot northwest of Pokhara.

It is suitable for any age group of Enthusiastic trekkers.

Because of the exciting views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan range views from this viewpoint. Every year thousands of tourists interest to do hike these places.

These villages are inhabited by the Gurung people. You can experience the ethnic Gurung culture, tradition, and lifestyle. They are involved in agriculture. You can see grows rice, millet, buckwheat, etc. in their paddy fields.

Gurung is friendly and they always welcome heartily and provide hospitality service.

You enjoy the sunrise and sunset views on these vantage points over the Himalayan range.

The major highlights of the trip are Phewa Lake and Pokhara valley from Dhampus and Sarangkot.

Overall this trek is a lower altitude trek and there is no risk of altitude sickness. The trek is doable all over the year.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Drive to Pokhara, (820m)

Day 02: Drive to Phedi, 850m, and trek to Dhampus, (1770m)

Day 03: Trek to Sarangkot, (1592m)

Day 04: Trek to Pame, 780m and drive to Pokhara

Day 05: Drive to Kathmandu, (1300m)

 

Related Packages

Panchase Trek

Gosaikunda Trek

 

Packing for 5 Days Treks in Nepal

Packing for 5 days treks in Nepal depends on the trekking season and how long did you take part in this trek. Mostly theses short duration trek leads you the lower elevation of the trek.

Spring is the warm and dry season and you can trek easily pair of trekking t-shirt and pants. For morning and nights, you can wear warm clothes.

Summer is the monsoon season in Nepal and it, not the best time to trek. However, with the proper arrangement of trekking gears, still possible to trek. You should bring waterproof trekking gear. During the rainy season, you might be infected by the leaches and mosquitoes along the trek. So, you must bring an insect repellants.

Autumn is the ideal trekking season in Nepal. You can trek comfortably with light clothes. This season offers pleasant weather and a stable temperature. You can bring sunscreen lotion with a high SPF which helps to protect from sunny days.

Wintertime 5 days treks in Nepal high altitude trek can cold. So, you have to bring warm clothes. And wear comfortable hiking boats for all trekking season.

The best trekking season offers outstanding views of nature and the high Himalayan range. So make a plan as per the trekking season, which can easily accomplish your journey.

 

Tips of 5 Days Treks in Nepal

  • Choose the best trekking season and packing accordingly
  • Autumn and spring are the peak trekking season and you have to book accommodation in advance.
  • If you are looking less crowed and peaceful trekking trail, choose off-season trek.
  • Drink plenty of water stays hydrated while trekking.
  • Hire a trekking guide to make your travel safe and comfortable
  • Bring enough cash because you did not find the ATM service along the remote villages trek.
  • We cannot predict the weather condition in the Himalayan region trek even in the trekking season. Make your travel with a couple of spare days for the safe side.

 

Conclusion

Nepal is a popular trekking destination because of the several Himalayan ranges. So, Nepal is the major attraction all over the world who are keen on an adventurous and memorable holiday.

The 5 days treks in Nepal is the moderate trekking trail doesn’t require trekking experience. It is suitable for any age group of people and novice or experience.

With the beautiful surrounding and remarkable views of the Himalayan range, warm hospitality service makes your trekking a more adventurous experience.

For more information, you can contact us.

www.adventurealpinetreks.com

Namaste from the lap of the Himalayan country in Nepal!!!

 

 

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