Spituk to Matho trek

Accomodation
5 Star Hotel
Arrival City
Pune
Admission Fee
No
Free Cancellation
Yes
Guide
Guided
Wifi
Available
Walking Hours
4-5 Hours
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Best Season
Autumn
Departure City
Kathmandu
Hotel Transfer
Available
Insurance Coverage
Covered 80%
Language
Hindi
Maximum Altitude
8848m
Meeting Point
Hotel
Mineral Water
Available
Payment Method
VISA
Tour Availability
Available
Transportation
Bus

Duration: 5 days
Difficulty: level 2
Distance: 52 km
Max elevation: 4855m
Elevation gain / loss: +2501m / -2162m

This five-day trek from Spituk to Matho is relatively easy and it offers great scenic landscapes and beautiful panorama from the Stok La. It passes through the Hemis National Park so there is a high chance of spotting wild animals.

Day 01 :

Spituk - Zingchen

Time: 5 hrs
Distance: 15.7 km
Elevation gain / loss: +375m / -161m

visit Spituk monastery before the trek
walk along the Indus river before entering the gorge that leads to Zingchen
you can also choose to go from Spituk to Zingchen by jeep

Day 02 :

Zingchen - Rumbak

Time: 2-3 hrs
Distance: 6.5 km
Elevation gain / loss: +555m / -0m

enter the Hemis National Park and follow the valley leading to Rumbak village
homestay possibility in Rumbak

Day 03 :

Rumbak - Stok La - Mankarmo

Time: 6-7 hrs
Distance: 10.7 km
Elevation gain / loss: +1106m / -682m

cross the Stok La, the trail becomes steeper as you get closer to the pass
enjoy the fantastic views of the surrounding mountains and Indus valley from the pass
the descent is quite steep, follow the trail until you reach the shepherd settlement at Mankarmo

Day 04 :

Mankarmo - Matho La - Gangpoche

Time: 4 hrs
Distance: 8.0 km
Elevation gain / loss: +464m / -416m

ascend gradually to the Matho La and enjoy the great view of Stok Kangri from the pass
walk down towards Gangpoche

Day 05 :

Gangpoche - Matho

Time: 3-4 hrs
Distance: 10.8 km
Elevation gain / loss: +0m / -902m

walk through a beautiful gorge to reach Matho village
possibility to visit Matho monastery

FAQs

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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.

Spituk to Matho trek

Spituk to Matho trek

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