Annapurna Base Camp Trek

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) is a popular trekking destination located in the Annapurna region in Central Nepal. It is a beautiful and challenging trek that offers breathtaking views of the Annapurna mountain range, including Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and Machhapuchhre (also known as Fishtail). The trek starts from a jeep point below the village of Ghandruk, which is about 3 hour's drive from Pokhara, and takes around 8-12 days to complete, depending on the route and pace of the trekker. The trail passes through picturesque villages, lush forests, and terraced farmland before reaching the Annapurna Sanctuary, a natural amphitheater surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks. The trek can be challenging at times, with steep ascents and descents, high altitude, and unpredictable weather conditions, but it is a rewarding and unforgettable experience. Along the way, trekkers can interact with local communities, experience the unique culture and traditions of the region, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the Himalayas. Overall, Annapurna Base Camp is a must-do trek for any adventure enthusiast looking to explore the stunning landscapes of Nepal and witness some of the world's highest peaks up close.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 1: Arrive Ktm and transfer to Hotel — Our company representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. You will receive a briefing of the trip after refreshing. You can visit a temple or historical site depending on your time of arrival. Day Day 2: Fly to Pokhara (822 m) and Drive to Mokyu and Trek to Chhomrong (2,170 m /7,120 ft) — Pokhara - Mokyu - Chhomrong It is a 25 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and 3 hours drive followed by a 3 hrs trek to reach this beautiful village inhabited by the ethnic Gurung people who have made a reputation as fierce warriors as Gurkhas. After crossing Kimrung River Suspension bridge, the trail consists of stairs all the way to Chhomrong. Accommodation and meals are nice here. We will ascend above 600m from the jeep point. Distance (KTM - PKR) - 147 km/ 91.3 mi Flight Time - 45 min Driving Distance - 10 km/ mi Driving Time - 3 hr Trekking Distance - 9.8 km/6 mi Trekking Time: 5-6 hrs Total Ascend: 1,348 m/4,423 ft Total Descend: 502 m/1,647 ft Day Day 3: Trek From Chhomrong to Dovan (2,505 m/8,220 ft) — Chhomrong - Dovan We start after breakfast at 8:00am. From here on, leaving at this time will be a routine. First the trail descends down to cross a small stream and then ascends to Sinuwa. It will descend again and gradually ascend. We will have to follow local rules as we are officially in the Annapurna Sanctuary where the locals prohibit carrying and consuming pork and fish. There are signs to make you aware of local norms. Trekking Distance - 8.6 km/5.3 mi Trekking Time: 5-6 hrs Total Ascend: 902 m/2,956 ft Total Descend: 698 m/2,290 ft Day Day 4: Trek from Dovan to Deurali (3,230 m/10,597 ft) — Dovan - Bamboo - Deurali Following the Modi river, we will gradually gain altitude in the Rhododendron forests and then in the Bamboo forests passing the village of Bamboo. En route, we will make a brief stop at a natural cave known as Hinku Cave. The area above the cave is the sheer cliffs below Mt. Hiunchuli massif. Often prone to avalanches in bad weather, the cave itself is a rather safe location.The trail descends from Hinku cave to cross a small stream and ascends again to reach Deurali. This village is situated just at the foot of Mt. Hiunchuli. Trekking Distance - 7.7 km/4.7 mi Trekking Time: 4-5 hrs Total Ascend: 725 m/2,379 ft Total Descend: 55 m/180 ft Day Day 5: Trek from Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3712m / 12178 ft) — Deurali - Machhapuchhre Base Camp The view opens up a bit from here. You will see Mt. Fish Tail and the upper trails of Mardi Himal across Modi River. Our trail is at the foothills of Mt. Hiunchuli. Machhapuchhre Base Camp has beautiful pastures and some other Mountains in Annapurna ranges will appear from here on. Trekking Distance - 4.5 km/2.7 mi Trekking Time: 2-3 hrs Total Ascend: 893 m/2,930 ft Total Descend: 74 m/243 ft Day Day 6: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft), 5-6 hours — Machhapuchhre Base Camp - Annapurna Base Camp The trail passes through glacial moraines and offers stunning views of the Annapurna massif. We will stay in a lodge at Annapurna Base Camp (4130m). It is around 2 hours from Machapuchare Base Camp. Trekking Distance - 4 km/2.4 mi Trekking Time: 5-6 hrs Total Ascend: 1,470 m/4,820 ft Total Descend: 0 m/0 ft Day Day 7: Trek from ABC to Bamboo (2,310 m/7,580 ft) — Annapurna Base Camp - Bamboo Today we will trek down to Bamboo, a 10 miles trek from Annapurna base camp . We will continue our trek out of the “Annapurna Sanctuary“ passing the Modi River Valley and eventually making it to Bamboo. We will encounter huge mountains on our way and feel the cold breeze on our way. After todays journey we will spend the night at Bamboo. Trekking Distance - 11.2 km/7 mi Trekking Time: 7-8 hrs Total Ascend: 0 m/0 ft Total Descend: 1,820 m/5,970 ft Day Day 8: Trek to Jhinu Danda (1,760 m/5,774 ft) — Bamboo - Chhomrong - Jhinu Danda We’ll continue our way down river, passing through the beautiful forests. We will start ascending passing through the serene forests of rhododendron, bamboo, and oak after continuing our way down to Kimrong Khola .We will be passing from Chomrong village and finally descending down to Jhinu Danda. You may go for a dip at the hot spring in Jhinu danda. Trekking Distance - 8.5 km/ 5.2 mi Trekking Time: 5-6 hrs Total Ascend: 0 m/0 ft Total Descend: 550 m/1,806 ft Day Day 9: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Syauli Bazar and Drive to Pokhara — Jhinu Danda - Syauli Bazar - Pokhara It is the easiest part of the trek. In less than an hour we will reach the jeep point for our onward drive to Pokhara. You can enjoy your evening strolling around Pokhara or a boat ride in the lake. Trekking Distance - km/ mi Trekking Time: 1 hrs Total Ascend: 0 m/0 ft Total Descend: 660 m/2,165 ft Driving Distance - 10 km/ 6.2mi Driving Time - 3 hr Day Day 10: Fly or Drive to Kathmandu — If you are seated on the left window, you will see Mt. Dhaulagiri on west, Annapurna ranges followed by Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang on north and your flight time will be over before you even notice. Day Day 11: Depart Ktm — You will be transferred to the airport and depart to your country.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive Ktm and transfer to Hotel — Our company representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. You will receive a briefing of the trip after refreshing. You can visit a temple or historical site depending on your time of arrival.+