Kaski, Nepal
Nepal
12 Days
Moderate
Trekking/ Hiking
4130 M / 13550 Feet
Mar to May, Sep to Nov
Included
Kathmandu/ Kathmandu
Hotels and Teahouses
The Annapurna Base Camp trek, commonly known as ABC trek, is one of the most popular treks of Nepal, almost rivaling the Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek. Due to its short duration, affordability, and relatively easy trails, it is often considered to be a beginners' trek for people trekking in Nepal.
Your adventure begins in the lively city of Pokhara. It takes merely 30 minutes to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu by flight. You also have the option to drive to Pokhara, which takes about 8 hours. In Pokhara, you can spend the day engaging in various activities such as boating in Phewa Lake, spelunking inside Mahendra Cave, paragliding at Sarangkot, or just exploring the lakes and landscapes of this amazing city. The following day, you’ll take a short drive to Nayapul, from where your trek truly commences. Your first destination is Ghandruk, a small but incredibly beautiful village, where you will receive a warm welcome from the Gurung people, who are the main inhabitants of this place. You will immediately feel the stark difference between them and the people living in the cities like Pokhara and Kathmandu. The people here are simple individuals who have a leisurely pace of life and their own special culture and customs. They also have a strong sense of community and integrity. Their warm hospitality and genuine care for their guests can easily overwhelm you.
After spending a night in Ghandruk and interacting with the locals, you will head toward your destination the following day, passing through several similar villages. All through the way, you will be surrounded by green hills, rhododendron forests, bird songs and the stillness of the mountains faraway. The environment will gradually start changing as you go higher: the trees give way to alpine grasslands, and the views of snow-capped mountains become ever more intimate. As you approach the base camp, the high peaks surround you on all sides, offering a panoramic view that is nothing short of overwhelming. Annapurna I, the dominating peak, looms directly in front, while other peaks, such as Himchuli and Fishtail, constantly hover in the background. On the seventh day of your trip, you will finally arrive at your main destination: the Annapurna Base Camp. At the base camp, you’ll be surrounded by glaciers and pristine alpine lakes and, of course, the Annapurna mountain itself. The view you get there alone suffices to make the trip worth every penny. After spending a night at the base camp, you will begin your return journey following the same route unless stated otherwise in your itinerary.
Note: You can choose to drive or to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara and from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu; transfer to hotel
Fly to Pokhara (830m) [30 minutes]
Drive to Nayapul (1070m) [2 hours]; trek to Ghandruk (1940m) [6 hours]
Trek to Chhomrong (2170m) [6 hours]
Trek to Dovan (2600m) [6 hours]
Trek to Deurali (3230m) [5 hours]
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) [6 hours]
Trek to Dovan (2600m) [6 hours]
Trek to Jhinu Danda (1780m) [6 hours]
Trek to Nayapul [ 4 hours ] ; drive to Pokhara [2 hours]
Fly to Kathmandu [30 minutes]
Fly to your destination
Quick Facts
● Annapurna Base Camp height/ elevation: 4,130 m/13,549.87 ft
● Distance & time: ¬100/120 km total; daily walking 4-7 hours depending on road ahead.
● Difficulty: Moderate for fit hikers with steady altitude acclimatization
● Best time to trek: March-May & Oct-Nov; winter = colder/snow; monsoon = wetter/cloudier
● Permits: ACAP + TIMS ( we arrange)
● Route at a glance: Nayapul → Ghandruk → Chhomrong → Dovan → Deurali → MBC → ABC → Jhinu → Nayapul.
Safety & Altitude:
● Above 3,000 m, pace slowly, hydrate, and watch for AMS symptoms; our guide monitors daily.
● Seasonal avalanche exposure Deurali to MBC (Hinku Cave sector); we start early and follow local advisories.
● Trekking poles and warm layers are essential; microspikes can help in shoulder/winter conditions.
Weather & Seasons
● Spring ( March-May): Rhododendron bloom, comfortable temperature; some afternoon cloud.
● Autumn (October-November): Clearest skies, busiest trails.
● Winter (December-February): Cold, icy sections near MBC/ABC; shorter days.
● Monsoon (June-September): Cloud, rain, leeches, and possible landslides; the view is less reliable
Accomodation & Meals
● Teahouse trekking throughout; private twin rooms most nights, simpler above Deurali
● Hot meals(Dal Bhat, soups, pasta); vegetarian option common. Carry snacks for longer stages.
No meat beyond Sinuwa/Chhomrong
Out of respect for local rules in the Annapurna Sanctuary, teahouses don’t serve( and trekkers shouldn’t carry) meat above Sinuwa; some committees mark the boundary at Chhomrong. Menus are vegetarian to ABC; proteins come from eggs, cheese, and lentils (availability varies by lodge).
Water, power & Wi-Fi
● Refill and treat all water (filter + chlorine/UV)
● Charging and Wi-Fi are patchy/paid above the forest zone; bring a power bank.
Bag & Weight
● Duffel carried by porter (typically 10-12 kg); you trek with a 5-7 kg daypack (water, layers, camera).
● Pack light from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp; soft luggage stores easily in Pokhara.
Money & insurance
● Carry enough cash for meals, snacks, showers, charging, and tips (ATMs in Pokhara only).
● Travel insurance must include high-altitude trekking and helicopter evacuation.
Gear Highlights
● Footwear: waterproof trekking boots + camp shoes.
● Clothing: base layer, fleece, hooded down/synthetic, waterproof shell, warm hat/gloves, sun hat.
● Extras: trekking poles, sunglasses, sunscreen/SPF lip balm, headlamp, personal meds, blister kit.
Hot Springs
● Jhinu Danda natural hot springs sit by the river; perfect recovery after the Sanctuary descent (carry light sandals and a towel).
Culture & Etiquette
● Respect Gurung village customs; dress modestly in settlements.
● Ask before photographing people; keep voices low around monasteries/shrines.
Environment
● Leave No Trace: pack out trash, use lodge toilets, stick to the main Annapurna Base Camp trail.
● Avoid single-use plastics; carry a reusable bottle and purification tablet. (Our guide provides purification tablets throughout the journey).
Navigation & map
We provide a daily briefing and a GPX; keep an offline ABC trek map/ trail map on your phone as backup.
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