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.

6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS SAMBURU/LAKE NAKURU & MASAI MARA SAFARI

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Day 01 :

NAIROBI - SAMBURU.

Early Morning leave nairobi arriving Lunch followed by the afternoon game drive in in Samburu National Reserve,
Meals and overnight at Lodge/Camp,

Day 02 :

SAMBURU GAME RESERVE.

Full day with morning and afternoon game drive.
Dinner and overnight at the Lodge/Camp,

Day 03 :

SAMBURU - LAKE NAKURU.

Early breakfast and leave for Nakuru for lunch Followed by the afternoon game drive.
Meals and overnight at the Lodge/Camp,

Day 04 :

LAKE NAKURU - MASAI MARA

After Breakfast and leave for Masai Mara arriving mara for lunch followed by afternoon game drive,
Meals and overnight at Lodge/Camp,

Day 05 :

MASAI MARA,

Full day game drive at Masai Mara game reserve,
Meals and overnight at Lodge/Camp,

Day 06 :

MASAI MARA - NAIROBI.

After breakfast Visit local Masai Village and leave for Nairobi, arrive 4.00hrs. Drop off at the hotel/airport.

1.) 4X4 SAFARI JEEP,

2.) TOUR MINI VAN,

ACCOMMODATION LEVELS:
OPTION 1. Budget Accommodation,
OPTION 2. Standard Accommodation,
OPTION 3. Luxury Accommodation,
OPTION 4. Super Luxury Accommodation,
SAFARI COSTING:
(Cost varies by group size)
2 Pax private Safari, $ p.p.
4 Pax private Safari, $ p.p
6 Pax private Safari, $ p.p