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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Explore the best of Australia on this exciting 13-day multi-city holiday covering Melbourne, Cairns, Gold Coast, and Sydney. Discover iconic wildlife at Phillip Island Penguin Parade, drive the stunning Great Ocean Road, and enjoy reef adventures at Green Island in the Great Barrier Reef. Experience Kuranda Scenic Railway, thrilling theme parks on Gold Coast, and Sydney’s world-famous attractions including Opera House, Bondi Beach, and Blue Mountains. With private airport transfers, hotel stays, guided tours, and daily breakfast included, this package is ideal for families, honeymooners, and travelers wanting Australia’s top cities, nature, beaches, and fun attractions.

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4 major Australia cities
Great Barrier Reef experience
Penguin Parade Phillip Island
Gold Coast theme parks
Sydney city and Blue Mountains

Day 01 :

Airport Transfers

Private Transfers from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Melbourne CBD Hotel

Check In at Hotel after 1500 hrs

Overnight Stay at Mercure Melbourne Southbank

Day 02 :

Penguin Parade Tour

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

SIC - Phillip Island Penguin Parade Small Eco Tour (Penguin Parade on Standard Seating.

A visit to the famous Brighton Beach boxes for a great photo opportunity

A guided tour at the award-winning Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

Meet and feed a wide range of Australian animals including kangaroos, wallabies & emus

View & learn about koalas, wombats, dingoes, and many more

Visit Point Grant to view the Nobbies and Seal Rock

Stroll the coastal boardwalks to enjoy amazing panoramic views

Watch the penguins waddle at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade at dusk.

Overnight Stay at Mercure Melbourne Southbank

Day 03 :

Great Ocean Road Tour

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

SIC – Great Ocean Road Small Eco Tour

Enjoy a complimentary morning tea at a beachside location on Victoria’s Surf Coast

Scenic journey – with photo stops – along the spectacular Great Ocean Road

See koalas in their natural habitat in the eucalyptus forests of the Kennett River Township

Lunch break (own expense) in the charming coastal township of Apollo Bay

Guided walk through the Otway Ranges ancient cool temperate rainforest

View the iconic Twelve Apostles in the Port Campbell National Park

Visit Loch Ard Gorge & hear the story of the tragic shipwreck of 1878

View the collapsed Island Archway & the Razorback

Descend to beach level at Gibsons Steps to view 2 awesome limestone stacks

Overnight Stay at Mercure Melbourne Southbank or similar

Day 04 :

Airport Transfers

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

Check out from hotel at 1000 hrs

Private Transfers from Melbourne CBD Hotel to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

Private Transfers from Cairns Airport to Cairns CBD Hotel.

Check In at Hotel after 1500 hrs

Overnight Stay at Ramada by Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Day 05 :

Green Island Tour

SIC - Full Day Green Island Great Barrier Reef Tour with Glass bottom boat / Snokrelling with return transfer

Cruise to Green Island by catamaran

5hrs 30mins to enjoy Green Island

FREE choice of snorkelling gear or a glass bottom boat tour (excludes Transfer Only option).

Please choose your preferred option at time of purchase. You are able to change your chosen

Option free of charge prior to travel by calling 07 4231 9484 or also on the day of travel. Ycra suits and flotation vest (if choosing snorkelling gear as free option) Snorkelling demonstration & reef presentation en route to Green Island. Use of Big Cat vessel during time at island as an air-conditioned base. Island rainforest boardwalks.

Overnight Stay at Ramada by Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Day 06 :

Skyrail with Kuranda Scenic Railway

SIC - One Way Skyrail and One Way Kuranda Scenic Railway tour with transfers

Depart Skyrail Smithfield Terminal

Visit Red Peak and Barron Falls on your journey

Arrive Skyrail Kuranda Terminal

Free time in Kuranda Village

Train departs Kuranda Railway Station

Arrive Freshwater Railway Station

Return Transfers

Overnight Stay at Ramada by Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Day 07 :

Airport Transfers

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

Check out from hotel at 1000 hrs

Private Transfers from Cairns CBD Hotel to Cairns Airport.

Private Transfers from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast CBD Hotel.

Check In at Hotel after 1500 hrs

Overnight Stay at Vibe Hotel Gold Coast or similar

Day 08 :

Movie World Full Day Tour

SIC – Return Transfers from Movie World to Hotel (Guest can reconfirm the pickup time from the driver when they are dropped at Movie World) (Pickup Time from Movie World: 15:45 hrs and 1745 hrs)

Movie World Admission Tickets (Opening Time: 1000 hrs to 1700 hrs)

Overnight Stay at Vibe Hotel Gold Coast or similar

Day 09 :

Sea World Full Day Tour

SIC – Return Transfers from Sea World to Hotel (Guest can reconfirm the pickup time from the driver when they are dropped at Sea World) (Pickup Time from Sea World: 15:45 hrs)

Sea World Admission Tickets (Opening Time: 1000 hrs to 1700 hrs)

Overnight Stay at Vibe Hotel Gold Coast or similar

Day 10 :

Airport Transfers

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

Check out from hotel at 1000 hrs

Private Transfers from Gold Coast CBD Hotel to Brisbane Airport.

Private Transfers from Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD Hotel.

Check In at Hotel after 1500 hrs

Overnight Stay at Holiday Inn Potts Point Sydney

Day 11 :

Sydney City Tour / 02 Attractions Pass & Sydney Opera House Tickets

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

SIC – AM Panoramic Sydney Sightseeing Tour

Kings Cross, Double Bay

Watsons Bay Visit

Bondi Beach 30-Minute Stop

Tamarama and Bronte Beaches

Return via Centennial Park, Paddington

Final Stop at Darling Harbour

Optional Harbour Lunch Cruises

Depart Hotel for City Tour

Explore Historic Rocks Area

CBD and Macquarie Street

Views at Mrs Macquaries Point

Eastern Suburbs Drive

Photo Stops, Sydney Skyline

02 Attractions Pass – No Transfers

Guest can choose any 2 Attraction from any 4 Attraction

Sydney Zoo // Sydney Sea Life // Madam Tussauds & Sydney Tower Eye

Sydney Opera House 1hr Guided Tour

Tour in English. This tour runs for approximately 1 hour. This time is from when one of our guides meets guests from the Welcome Centre on the Lower Concourse through to the end of the tour.

Overnight Stay at Holiday Inn Potts Point Sydney

Day 12 :

Blue Mountain Tour

SIC - Blue Mountain Experience Tour with Sydney Zoo and Scenic World Pass included in the tour.

7:45am/8:00am Pick up customers and depart from Sydney

9:00am Visist Sydney zoo, join Kangaroo Feeding activities and take photo with Koala

11:00 am Leura Village

12:00 Ehco point and three sisters

13:30 Scenic world 3 rides

17:45/18:00 drop off at city CBD

Overnight Stay at Holiday Inn Potts Point Sydney

Day 13 :

Airport Transfers

Early Morning Breakfast at 0700 hrs.

Check out from hotel at 1000 hrs

Private Transfers from Sydney CBD Hotel to Sydney Airport.

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