Annapurna Base Camp Trek
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Everest Asia Tours and Travel Pvt.Ltd
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
Discover the journey
Annapurna Base Camp is a renowned tourist destination, featuring a glacier-covered amphitheater surrounded by impressive peaks such as Himchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna I, Ganagapurna, Annapurna III, and Machhapuchhare. Early in the trek, from Poon Hill (3,210m), enjoy superb sunrise views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. At Annapurna Base Camp, experience stunning sunrise and sunset views of the entire mountain series. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers breathtaking mountain views and the opportunity to experience typical Nepali villages, local culture, and traditional Himalayan life. The route passes through tranquil landscapes, Gurung and Magar villages, and lush rhododendron, bamboo, and alpine forests, culminating at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m). Please note that the itinerary may vary for Nepali clients.
Journey at a glance
Day 1: ARRIVAL DAY — We will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel, providing a brief introduction to our plans along the way. Day 2: Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m/2985ft) time: 6 hours — Begin your journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara with a scenic 6-hour drive. The route offers stunning views of the Himalayan foothills, terraced fields, and charming villages. As you travel along the Prithvi Highway, you'll pass by the Trishuli River, providing picturesque landscapes and opportunities for photography. Upon arrival in Pokhara, you'll be greeted by the serene beauty of this lakeside city, perfect for relaxation and exploration. Day 3: Drive to Nayapul and hike to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m/4905ft) length: 4 hours — Begin your journey with a drive to Nayapul, where you'll start your hike to Tikhe Dhunga (1,495m/4,905ft). The 4-hour trek takes you through picturesque landscapes, including terraced fields, lush forests, and charming villages. As you ascend, you'll cross suspension bridges and follow the Bhurungdi Khola river, enjoying the serene natural beauty. Upon reaching Tikhe Dhunga, you'll find a cozy teahouse to rest and prepare for the next day's adventure. Day 4: Tikhe Dhunga to Ghorepani (2850m/9348ft) period: 7 hours — Today we make a long steep incline of 1350m to reach our destination – it is a tough 3000 or so steps up. We will pass through Large Magar Village, Ulleri(2080m). We will then cross two streams and arrive at Nagethanti. From Nangethanti we will hike to Ghorepani with the altitude of 2850m. The views along the way of Mt. Dhaulagiri(8167m), The Tukuche Nilgiri(6940m), Hiunchuli(6441m) and the Tarke Kang, will make today well-worth the climb. Day 5: Hike to Poonhill (3180m/10430ft), Trek to Tadapani (2500m/8200ft) length: 6-7 hours — To catch the best view at Poon Hill, we will start our walk early in the morning. We will reach the viewing platform at sunrise to witness the majestic Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Mountains. After this excursion, we will return to Ghorepani for breakfast before continuing our journey to Tadapani. Day 6: Tadapani to Chhomrong (2020m/6625ft) period: 5 hours — Today, we will descend a steep track through the forest from Tadapani to Chhomrong. The trail offers a mix of dense forests and charming villages. Upon reaching Chhomrong, a beautiful Gurung village, you'll be greeted with stunning mountain views and warm hospitality, making it an ideal place to rest and recharge. Day 7: Chhomrong to Dovan (2600m/8528ft) length: 5 hours — Following the Chhomrong Khola, we will ascend to Khuldigahar (2,380m), where the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) is situated. From there, our trail descends to Dovan. Day 8: Dovan to Deurali (3200m/10500ft) Duration: 4 hours — We will pass through Rhododendron bamboo forest to Hinko (3020m) and then settle at Deurali for the night. Day 9: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4210m/13810ft) Duration: 5 hours — Our journey to the Annapurna base camp will be spectacular with monumental mountain views. Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp Bamboo (2310m/7575ft) Duration: 7 hours — We will descend 1700m today to Modi Khola and then to Bamboo. Day 11: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda hot spring (1780m/5840ft) Duration: 6 hour — Begin your 6-hour trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda Hot Spring (1,780m/5,840ft). The trail takes you through lush forests and terraced fields, offering a mix of gentle slopes and steeper descents. As you make your way to Jhinu Danda, you'll pass through charming villages and enjoy the serene natural beauty of the region. Upon reaching Jhinu Danda, you'll have the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in the natural hot springs, providing a perfect end to your day's trek. Day 12: Jhinu Danda to Pokhara (910m/2985ft) Duration: 5-hour walk — Begin your 5-hour walk from Jhinu Danda to Pokhara (910m/2,985ft). The trail takes you through lush forests, terraced fields, and charming villages. As you descend, you'll enjoy the serene natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. Upon reaching Pokhara, you'll be greeted by the vibrant atmosphere of this lakeside city, perfect for relaxation and exploration. Day 13: Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu — Embark on a scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, which takes approximately 6-7 hours. The journey offers stunning views of the Himalayan foothills, terraced fields, and charming villages. As you travel along the Prithvi Highway, you'll pass by the Trishuli River, providing picturesque landscapes and opportunities for photography. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you'll be greeted by the vibrant atmosphere of this culturally rich city, perfect for exploration and relaxation. Day 14: Farewell — Thank you for sharing your journey with us!!
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1ARRIVAL DAY — We will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel, providing a brief introduction to our plans along the way.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 2Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m/2985ft) time: 6 hours — Begin your journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara with a scenic 6-hour drive. The route offers stunning views of the Himalayan foothills, terraced fields, and charming villages. As you travel along the Prithvi Highway, you'll pass by the Trishuli River, providing picturesque landscapes and opportunities for photography. Upon arrival in Pokhara, you'll be greeted by the serene beauty of this lakeside city, perfect for relaxation and exploration.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 3Drive to Nayapul and hike to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m/4905ft) length: 4 hours — Begin your journey with a drive to Nayapul, where you'll start your hike to Tikhe Dhunga (1,495m/4,905ft). The 4-hour trek takes you through picturesque landscapes, including terraced fields, lush forests, and charming villages. As you ascend, you'll cross suspension bridges and follow the Bhurungdi Khola river, enjoying the serene natural beauty. Upon reaching Tikhe Dhunga, you'll find a cozy teahouse to rest and prepare for the next day's adventure.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 4Tikhe Dhunga to Ghorepani (2850m/9348ft) period: 7 hours — Today we make a long steep incline of 1350m to reach our destination – it is a tough 3000 or so steps up. We will pass through Large Magar Village, Ulleri(2080m). We will then cross two streams and arrive at Nagethanti. From Nangethanti we will hike to Ghorepani with the altitude of 2850m. The views along the way of Mt. Dhaulagiri(8167m), The Tukuche Nilgiri(6940m), Hiunchuli(6441m) and the Tarke Kang, will make today well-worth the climb.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 5Hike to Poonhill (3180m/10430ft), Trek to Tadapani (2500m/8200ft) length: 6-7 hours — To catch the best view at Poon Hill, we will start our walk early in the morning. We will reach the viewing platform at sunrise to witness the majestic Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Mountains. After this excursion, we will return to Ghorepani for breakfast before continuing our journey to Tadapani.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 6Tadapani to Chhomrong (2020m/6625ft) period: 5 hours — Today, we will descend a steep track through the forest from Tadapani to Chhomrong. The trail offers a mix of dense forests and charming villages. Upon reaching Chhomrong, a beautiful Gurung village, you'll be greeted with stunning mountain views and warm hospitality, making it an ideal place to rest and recharge.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 7Chhomrong to Dovan (2600m/8528ft) length: 5 hours — Following the Chhomrong Khola, we will ascend to Khuldigahar (2,380m), where the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) is situated. From there, our trail descends to Dovan.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 8Dovan to Deurali (3200m/10500ft) Duration: 4 hours — We will pass through Rhododendron bamboo forest to Hinko (3020m) and then settle at Deurali for the night.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 9Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4210m/13810ft) Duration: 5 hours — Our journey to the Annapurna base camp will be spectacular with monumental mountain views.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 10Annapurna Base Camp Bamboo (2310m/7575ft) Duration: 7 hours — We will descend 1700m today to Modi Khola and then to Bamboo.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 11Bamboo to Jhinu Danda hot spring (1780m/5840ft) Duration: 6 hour — Begin your 6-hour trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda Hot Spring (1,780m/5,840ft). The trail takes you through lush forests and terraced fields, offering a mix of gentle slopes and steeper descents. As you make your way to Jhinu Danda, you'll pass through charming villages and enjoy the serene natural beauty of the region. Upon reaching Jhinu Danda, you'll have the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in the natural hot springs, providing a perfect end to your day's trek.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 12Jhinu Danda to Pokhara (910m/2985ft) Duration: 5-hour walk — Begin your 5-hour walk from Jhinu Danda to Pokhara (910m/2,985ft). The trail takes you through lush forests, terraced fields, and charming villages. As you descend, you'll enjoy the serene natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. Upon reaching Pokhara, you'll be greeted by the vibrant atmosphere of this lakeside city, perfect for relaxation and exploration.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 13Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu — Embark on a scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, which takes approximately 6-7 hours. The journey offers stunning views of the Himalayan foothills, terraced fields, and charming villages. As you travel along the Prithvi Highway, you'll pass by the Trishuli River, providing picturesque landscapes and opportunities for photography. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you'll be greeted by the vibrant atmosphere of this culturally rich city, perfect for exploration and relaxation.
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
Day 14Farewell — Thank you for sharing your journey with us!!
Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.
What's included in your experience
Included
- Cost Includes:
- Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up & drop by private tourist vehicle.
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle.
- All your standard meals during the Lodge to Lodge trek and camping (breakfasts, lunches, and dinners).
- Local Everest Asia Holidays licensed English-speaking guide.
- The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage and equipment during the trek.
- Area permits.
- Surface transfer to and from Kathmandu.
- Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with a cultural dance show on the second last day.
- All government taxes, VAT, and tourist service charges.
- Official expenses.
Not included
- Cost does not include
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
- Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Nepal entry visa.
- Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
- Hot shower, wifi, and Battery charge during the trek.
- Personal trekking Equipment.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned in ‘Price Includes’ section.
Essential trip information
Accommodation
Teahouses: Basic lodges run by locals, offering meals and simple amenities. Lodges: More comfortable than teahouses, with better facilities. Camping: For a more immersive and adventurous experience. These options cater to different preferences and budgets, ensuring a comfortable stay throughout your trek.
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
Kathmandu
What to bring
- Clothing: Base layers, insulating layers, waterproof jacket and pants, trekking pants, gloves, hat, sunglasses.
- Footwear: Trekking boots, socks, gaiters.
- Gear: Backpack, trekking poles, sleeping bag, headlamp, water bottles, water purification.
- Personal Items: First aid kit, toiletries, sunscreen, lip balm, insect repellent.
- Miscellaneous: Map, compass, multi-tool, snacks.
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