Thinking of going for Annapurna Base Camp Trek? Wondering how hard is it?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderate type of trek that is
relatively easy even for unseasoned trekkers. This trek takes you to the feet
of beautiful Mount Annapurna. Since
Annapurna Base Camp Trek doesn’t demand any advanced physical fitness level,
normal person with a good health condition can go for this trek.
Trekking in Nepal is popular for a closer view of tall peaks above
7000 meters of height. This trek is absolutely amazing and quite easy in terms
of the altitude but constant up and down in the Himalaya might be a challenge.
Trekkers can have enough adventure without a technical climbing in this
trek. The trekking route to Annapurna
Base Camp is very popular. There are networks of Hotels and Guest houses all
along the trial. There also is an option for comfortable, yet typically local
accommodation every few hours of walk where trekkers can seat, rest or even
sleep if they are tiered. The Annapurna Base Camp trek starts with around 10 km
walk from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga in the first day of the journey through the
hilly terrain. There are around 3200 steep stone steps in a place named Ulleri,
on the way to Ghorepani from Tikhedunga that can slightly be a challenge for
trekkers. However prior training for those steps by doing few trips up and down
can make this challenge easier. The final 2 days in this trek can be a bit
difficult as the trekkers will be trekking in high altitude but it would not be
a big problem for a physically fit healthy person even if there might be some
breathing difficulties.
The trek may be tiring but it’s worth it. Just be slow and
steady. Even if this trek is of moderate level, it can be extremely challenging
for anyone who isn’t reasonably physically fit. A minimum amount of fitness and
a plan to walk is needed prior hand. It will be about 4-6 hours walking up and
down per day on well-constructed stone steps and trails. You will be
accommodating in lodge or tea house with a Tourist friendly food menu including
pasta, pizza, eggs etc. If you are seeking low risk but a life changing
adventure experience then Annapurna Base Camp Trek is perfect for you.