About This Tour
About This Tour
The Api Base Camp Trek takes you to the foot of Api (7,132m), the highest mountain in far-western Nepal and one of the most remote trekking destinations in the country. The Api Nampa Conservation Area sits on Nepal’s western border with India, in a region so rarely visited that the trails are maintained more by local herders than by trekking agencies.
The route passes through villages of the Byansi and Chaudanshi communities — indigenous peoples of far-western Nepal with cultural traditions, languages, and customs distinct from the rest of the country. You walk through dense temperate forests of oak, pine, and rhododendron, with excellent chances of seeing Himalayan wildlife including musk deer and pheasants.
What's Included
- Licensed, experienced trekking guide
- Porter support where included in your package
- Trekking permits and conservation/entry fees for the route
- Accommodation in teahouses, lodges or homestays on the trail
- Meals on the trek as per your chosen package
- Ground transport to and from the trailhead
- Pre-trip briefing and route orientation
- Eco Holiday Asia trip coordination and in-country support
- Included items may vary by package type. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.
What's Not Included
- International flights to and from Nepal
- Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
- Domestic flights unless listed in Included
- Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
- Tips for your guide, porter and support team
- Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
- Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs
Tour Factsheet
Community Impact of This Trip
Far-western Nepal is the least-visited and most economically underserved region in the country. Your trek provides employment and income to communities that have almost no tourism revenue. Every visitor to this region makes a measurable difference to local livelihoods.
Responsible Travel Notes
- Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
- Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
- Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
- Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
- Respect sacred sites and community customs
- Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas
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