Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Annapurna Base Camp Days 14 Trip Grade Medium/Hard Maximum Altitude 4,130 m (Annapurna Base Camp) Starts Kathmandu (1,350 m) Ends Kathmandu (1,350 m) Best Time March – May (Spring) & October – November (Autumn) Country Nepal Activity Trekking Trip Price: US $ 1,333 per person Click here Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m), nestled deep within a natural amphitheater of 7,000–8,000 meter peaks, offers one of the most dramatic high-altitude trekking destinations in Nepal. Surrounded by Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Hiunchuli, and Annapurna South, the base camp sits in the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary—a glacial basin ringed by sheer rock walls that rise above 4,000 meters. The journey begins from the lush lowlands near Pokhara, winding through rhododendron forests, terraced farms, and traditional Gurung and Magar villages. As you ascend, the terrain gradually shifts—from bamboo groves and oak woodlands to alpine meadows and icy moraines. Teahouses dot the trail, offering warm hospitality, dal bhat meals, and steaming mugs of ginger tea at every stop. Unlike other high-altitude treks, ABC allows a relatively quick ascent to the Himalayas’ inner sanctum, with varied landscapes and elevation shifts compacted into a week-long journey. The path passes iconic spots like Chhomrong, Bamboo, Deurali, and Machhapuchhre Base Camp, each offering its own scenic charm. Reaching the base camp at sunrise is a spiritual experience—the snowy peaks blush with golden light, the silence broken only by wind and the occasional crack of glacial ice. Here, prayer flags flutter against an amphitheater of giants, and trekkers often pause in quiet awe. The trek also blends cultural richness—village stops feature stone-built lodges, traditional dances, and glimpses into the rhythms of Himalayan life. Hot springs at Jhinu Danda offer a welcome soak on the return, easing tired legs and refreshing the spirit. Best visited from March to May and October to early December, the ABC trek is a perfect blend of altitude, access, biodiversity, and sheer mountain drama—accessible to fit beginners, yet deeply rewarding for seasoned adventurers. In all, Annapurna Base Camp delivers a compact yet unforgettable Himalayan experience—where the grandeur of snowbound peaks meets the warmth of Nepali hospitality in a setting few places on Earth can rival. Highlights Itinerary Cost Details Scenic drive or mountain flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1,070 m) and trekking through Ulleri’s terraced hills to Tikhedhunga Hike through rhododendron and bamboo forests up to Ghorepani, with an optional sunrise viewpoint at Poon Hill Relaxing hot-spring soak at Jhinu Danda Summit Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m for close-up Himalayan panoramas (Annapurna I, Machapuchare, Hiunchuli) Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Day 01: Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel / or Homestay Our respondent will pick you from airport and transfer to hotel or Own Home stay if you like to stay with nepali Family we offer home stay too. Introduction about Nepaland the experienced trekking guide and short briefing about your trekking trip from the guide.In the evening, you’ll have free or optional Nepalese Cultural Program with dinner. Day 02 : Gear check up and rest day Before we start our great trip to Annapurna Base Camp the guide will check your trekking gears and let you know about necessary items that you don’t have. Hike around Thamel or optional City Tour in Kathmandu, Nepal Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus We depart from Kathmandu at 7 AM with tourist bus and reach Pokhara at around 3 pm . You can visit around Fewa lake and walk along the lake side and stay at a hotel in Pokhara. Day 04: Pokhara – Naya Pul-Ulleri (2050m/6725ft) 1.5 hr drive and 5 hrs trek. Early at around 7:30 am, we start our drive to trekking start point to Naya Pul. From Naya Pul, we follow the south bank of the Modi river. After several hours of trek, we will pass through sub tropical valley forests, sometimes on the carved trail on the side of the cliff. After lunch, we cross the Modi Khola (river) via a suspension bridge to the village of Tikhedhunga . We further trek along the trail quite steep at times. We reach Ulleri which is a community of Poons(Mongolian Ethnic with their own culture and tradition) and is famous for its 2,500 stairs pathway by late afternoon for overnight. Day 05: Ulleri – Ghorepani (2950m/ 9020ft) It consists of 4 – 5 hrs trek.We make our ascent to the Ghorepani village. The name Ghorepani in Nepali means horse-water owing to its role as an important campsite for traders before it became a trekker’s stop. Ghorepani is an interesting place with small shops and stalls for selling local products and craft.It is a gateway to Mustang Valley which lies in the border of Tibet. The town has two parts: one in a saddle and the other a few hundred feet lower. Since Ghorepani lies quite higher than our previous stop, we begin to feel the chilly weather especially in the evenings. Overnight at Ghorepani. Day 06: Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani (2700m/8,860ft) It consists of 6-7 hrs trekThis day, our guide will wake you up early in the morning . This will be a special day because we conquer Poon Hill- an icon of Annapurna region. We climb the steep trail to the viewpoint of Poon Hill (3200mtrs). It takes about 45 minutes to ascend with the stairs to the top. The efforts will be rewarded with spectacular sunrise view over Machhapuchre(6,993m), Dhaulagiri(8,167m), Nilgiri(6,650m), and the Annapurnas, Manasulu(8,163m). Three Highest Mountain above 8,000m in the world with spectacular view along with the sunrise. After taking photos and having some coffee or tea or hot chocolate, we return back to Ghorepani Village. Upon breakfast, we head east and climb a nearby ridge. We descend through Rhododendron forest, pass by Magnificient waterfalls along the way to Deurali Village which owns 300 Yaks and is famous for Yak Cheese and reach Tadapani for overnight stay. Day 07: Tadapani to Sinuwa via Chhomrong (2170m/7120ft) It consists of 6 hrs trek.From Tadapani, we make a steep descent through the dense and dark forest. The route passes through the west bank of the Modi Khola. Then, we descend steeply down the village of Chuile coming over to the Kimrong Khola. Then, we continue a steep climb till to Chhomrong crossing a Binocular hill known as Salaphu. Upon arrival at Chhomrong which is a very famous Gurung Village (known for tradition Nepalese Folk







