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 to, 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 certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at 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. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. 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 off season. 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 Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

8 Days july-october Great Serengeti Migration Safari

ABOUT 8 DAYS MIGRATION SAFARI(JULY-OCTOBER) TO SERENGETI, TARANGIRE, LAKE MANYARA AND NGORONGORO CRATER (DRIVE IN-FLY OUT)

8 Days july-october Great Serengeti Migration Safari this package has been designed to focus on the movement of wild animals from lake eyasi to Ngorongoro crater, a visitor has the chance to see the great Serengeti wildebeest migration with drive-in and fly-out safari. We have designed an itinerary that shows wild animals passing the Lobo area (north of the central Serengeti National Park) and Wagakuria area (remote northern Serengeti National Park) where the majority of the wildebeest migration is normally found in mid-July to October crossing to mara river from Serengeti to Masai mara. This park is normally the scene of the annual wildebeest and zebra migration between the Kenya mara and Serengeti it includes a variety of bird species like eagles, ducks, geese, egrets, vultures, secretary birds, ibis, stork, herons, pelicans, cranes, and guinea fowl. The Serengeti National Park is arguably the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world with over 3 million large mammals. About 35 species of plains animals can be seen there including the “big 5” - Elephant, Rhino, Lion, Leopard, and Buffalo. Other common species found here include hippo, giraffe, eland, impala and other antelope types, baboons, monkeys, and a profusion of over 500 species of birds

0. Arrival - Kilimanjaro Airport - Arusha
1. Arusha – Tarangire – Manyara/Karatu
2. Lake Manyara – Full Day Game drive
3. Manyara/Karatu - Ngorongoro
4. Ngorongoro - Serengeti (Central Seronera)
5. Serengeti (Central Seronera)
6. Serengeti (Central Seronera) - Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)
7. Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)
8. Northern Serengeti (Fly Out) – Back Arusha

DAY O : Arrival - Kilimanjaro

After arrival at Kilimanjaro airport, our representative Kitano tour and safari will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Settle into your accommodation, relax and get used to the African atmosphere. Ready to start your 8 Days Tanzania Serengeti Migration safari (Mara River Crossing) the next day?

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 1: TARANGIRE – MANYARA/KARATU

Early in the morning, you will be picked up by a driver and you will head toward Tarangire national park, it takes almost 150km distance and 3hrs to reach Tarangire National Park.

Tarangire National Park is the largest national park in Tanzania it is also known as a wonderful birding destination and also features large numbers of games, due to the high number of scenic baobab trees, discover hundreds of ancient rock paintings in the vicinity of Kolo, and Tarangire is famous for having herds of up to 300 elephants. The Tarangire River has water all year round, and during the dry season, between July and October, many animals from the surrounding areas come to the river for drinking. If you visit the park during the dry season, you will witness an unforgettable natural wonder as you can observe wonderful creatures such as lions, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeests, and zebras.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 02: LAKE MANYARA – FULL-DAY GAME DRIVE

Early in the morning after breakfast, a visitor should drive to Lake Manyara National Park This park offers a wilderness experience in diverse habitats, from its Rift Valley soda lake to dense woodlands and steep mountainsides. Apart from a spectacular setting, the park is famous for its unusual tree-climbing lions and the vast elephant herds it was established to protect. The wildlife found in Manyara like elephants, hippos, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes. A visitor should enjoy a full game drive at Manyara national park by seeing and viewing the wild animals.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 3: MANYARA/KARATU – NGORONGORO

After viewing Manyara national park you will proceed with the game drive at Ngorongoro craters. It takes almost 30 minutes to arrive at Ngorongoro, then you will descend over 600m to view the wildlife. This park is the largest park that has 30000 animals which include herds of wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, eland, warthog, hippo, and giant African elephants. its dense population of predators, which include lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs, and the ever-elusive leopard. We will also visit Lake Magadi, it found in the southwestern corner, which is one of the main features of the crater. A large number of flamingos, hippos, and other water birds can usually be seen here.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 04: NGORONGORO – SERENGETI (CENTRAL SERONERA)

Early in the morning after breakfast at Ngorongoro, you will continue a game drive at Serengeti (CENTRAL SERONERA). This park is normally the scene of the annual wildebeest and zebra migration between the Kenya mara and Serengeti it includes a variety of bird species like eagles, ducks, geese, egrets, vultures, secretary birds, ibis, stork, herons, pelicans, cranes, and guinea fowl. The Serengeti National Park is arguably the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world with over 3 million large mammals. About 35 species of plains animals can be seen there including the “big 5”, Elephant, Rhino, Lion, Leopard, and Buffalo. Other common species found here include hippo, giraffe, eland, impala and other antelope types, baboons, monkeys, and a profusion of over 500 species of birds.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 05: SERENGETI (CENTRAL SERONERA

After breakfast, a visitor should enjoy a full game drive in the park, at the area around Lobo and Grumeti Rivers, Non-migrating animals like elephant, buffalo, gazelle, zebra, lion, leopard, and cheetah can be seen here all year round. The game viewing is very good and you can follow the game for long periods without seeing other vehicles – truly one of the forgotten corners of the Serengeti Plains. Magnificent riverine trees can be found along the river lines and bird species such as kingfishers and fish eagles can be found here.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 6: SERENGETI (CENTRAL) – NORTHERN SERENGETI (KOGATENDE AREA)

After breakfast, we head towards the far northern reach of the Serengeti National Park, also known as the Wagakuria. We will do a game drive en route from the Lobo area to the Wagakuria area. As we head north, good sightings of giraffes, plain game, herds of buffalo, and elephants can often be seen.

We arrive in time for lunch at the lodge and after lunch, we will enjoy an afternoon game drive in the area. The wildebeest migration can normally be found in the Wagakuria area from Mid-July to October, depending on rainfall patterns. A long stretch of the Mara River runs through the northern Serengeti National Park and the Mara River provides the migration with its most difficult obstacle. Witnessing the frantic herds of wildebeest crossing the Mara River is amazing. .

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 07: NORTHERN SERENGETI (KOGATENDE)

After breakfast, a visitor enjoys a game drive to the kogatende area resident many numbers of wildlife are found in this area. This camp is used for the Serengeti Mobile Green Camp from July till the end of November when the migration is in the Northern Serengeti and hopefully crossing the Mara River. The camp is approximately 20 minutes from the Mara River and set up on a ridge under large evergreen trees overlooking a large part of the Northern Serengeti wilderness zone, where a large group of wildebeest crosses the river and can enjoy wild animals in peace.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)

DAY 08: NORTHERN SERENGETI (KOGATENDE) – ARUSHA

Early in the morning after breakfast, a visitor proceeds and enjoy the game drive at kogatende (northern Serengeti) around mid-morning join a scheduled flight from kagatende airstrip to rush airport, after arrival at Arusha airport you will meet our driver who will drive back to Arusha town. Upon arrival, you will have lunch, and you will be taken to the hotel.

Accommodation: (OPTIONAL)