Do you know that Australia is in Nepal? Not the country Australia, but the Australian Base Camp.
The Australian base camp is located in the Annapurna region, Nepal. This trek is shorter yet beautiful than most of the treks in Nepal.
The base camp lies in the heart of the Pokhara (Kaski) district. Pokhara is also known as the tourism capital of Nepal. The trek goes through rural Magar and Gurung villages.
In this blog, we will be discussing how you can reach from Australia base camp. A short Hike destination in Nepal. Connecting you and Mother Nature
Why Australian Base Camp?
The Australian base camp is perfect for those who are beginners. Not only to beginners it’s also perfect for family tours and hikes.
This base camp offers a stunning view of the Himalayas. You can enjoy the experience without a long or difficult trek.
You can get the panoramic view of mt Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Huichuli. It is peaceful, less crowded, and close to Pokhara.
If you’re looking for a sunrise above the clouds or a quiet escape into nature. Australian Base Camp delivers it all with minimal effort.
Tour Plan & Route overview by Shangri-la Voyages
You might wonder, how can you reach the Australia base camp? Don’t worry if you book through us. We will provide you with the best service.
It is the shortest trek you will ever experience. The trek will be completed in 2 days and 1 night. Here is the complete tour plan and route overview by Shangri-la Voyages.
- Day one: Arrival in Kathmandu
You will be arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). At the airport, we will receive you and bring you to the hotel for your stay.
- Day two: Sightseeing
The next day, you will be taken for sightseeing. You will be taken to different places, Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur. You will be visiting some of the ancient durbar and temples. The purpose of this is to connect you and Nepalese culture.
- Day three: Drive to Pokhara and boat ride at Phewa Lake
Early morning, after having breakfast, we will head towards Pokhara. The ride to Pokhara will take 6 hours and 20 minutes.
Once we reached Pokhara. You will be taken to the hotel for rest. After a few hrs of rest, you will be taken for a boat ride. The boat ride will be done on Phewa Lake.
- Day Fourth: Drive to Kande. Trek to Australian Base Camp
After having breakfast, we will head from Pokahar to Kande. Then we take a cab to the Kande via Sarangkot /Phedi. It will take 1.25 hours to reach the starting point of our trek.
After that, we will head toward the Australian Base Camp. Our trek will be off for 2 to 3 hrs up hills. We will be seeing beautiful mountains like Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Huichuli.
If you want to see the sunrise view. We suggest you stay overnight at the Australian Base Camp.
- Day Five: Trek down to Phedi via Dhampus/ Drive to Pokhara
We will be seeing the sunrise early morning. The view from there is mesmerizing. After we enjoyed the sunrise. We will have breakfast and trek down to Phedi. After reaching Phed, we will drive back to Pokhara.
- Day six: Drive to Kathmandu
This is our last day. Early morning, we will depart for Kathmandu. It takes the same time to reach Kathmandu as it does to go from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
- Day seven: Final departure
The next day after you reach Kathmandu. Our guide will take you to the airport and bid you goodbye.
Includes
Here is the list of things included by Shangri-la Voyages:
- Airport pickup and drop-off.
- 03 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu on a BB plan.
- 02 Nights’ accommodation in Pokhara on a BB plan.
- 01 Nights’ accommodation in a local tea house lodge on a full board basis.
- All sightseeing tours as per the itinerary.
- Surface transfer Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu.
- Guide
- Monumental entrance fees as per the itinerary.
- Bottled water on board.
- A/C vehicle transport throughout the tour.
- All currently applicable taxes
Excludes
Here is the list of things where costs are not included by Shangri-la Voyages :
- International airfares.
- Nepal visa fee.
- Any Optional Activities.
- Any beverages, including mineral water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, etc.
- Any items of a personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- Any large tax hikes and new levies shall be payable extra and shall be billed accordingly with prior notice.
- Any meals.
- Insurance.
- Tips for the staff.
- Any other items not mentioned in the cost inclusion.
Customizable itinerary
We value our dear travellers. Not every traveller has the same taste and preference to enjoy the moments. We are flexible in providing the best service to you.
If you prefer to enjoy and spend more time in Pokhara or the base camp. We can tailor according to your preference.
For more details or to book your Trip, contact us now!
FAQ
- What is the height of the Australian base camp Nepal?
The height of the Australian base camp in Nepal is (2065 m) above sea level.
- What is the Australian base camp?
Australian Base Camp is the name of the trekking camp in Nepal. It is located in Pokhara-Kaski. Its old name was Thulo Kharka.
- How long is the Australian base camp trek?
The Australian base camp trek is one night and two days. The base camp offers the best view of the Annapurna Himalayan range.
- How many hours from KTM to Pokhara?
It takes around 6 hrs and 20 minutes from KTM to Pokhara.
- How hard is the Australian Base Camp?
The Australian base camp is not hard. The trek is beginner-friendly and can be done by first-time trekkers too.
- Which is the shortest trek from Pokhara?
Australian Base Camp is the shortest trek from Pokhara. This trek is beginner-friendly and offers the most beautiful scenery to explore.
