Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Hike in the incredible Annapurna Regions

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Explore the Annapurna region to reach the base camp of Annapurna on this classic teahouse trek with majestic mountain views

  • Group Size: 2 - 10 Persons
  • Trip Duration: 10 Days
  • Max. Altitude: 4130 M
  • Country: Nepal
  • Trip Start: Kathmandu
  • Trip End: Kathmandu
  • Trip Level: Adventures
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal and probably holds a similar ranking in the worldwide countdown. It brings visitors literally upfront and face-to-face with the gigantic 8-thousander, which is an incredible feat for moderate trekkers. Distinctive views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and Gandharvachuli greet the weary travelers to reinstate their lost energy and replenish with inspirational moments and vistas.

This marvelous trek in Nepal will lead you through the traditional picturesque hamlets including Ghandruk, Chhomrong, Bamboo, Deurali, Birethanti, Komrong, Jhinu Danda, Sinuwa, Himalaya Hotel, and Dovan. Travelers get a chance to peek into the Nepali culture as they ramble on varied terrains of terraced fields, undulating paths, forest tracks, and certain rocky trails. In fact, trekking in the Annapurna region is a melting pot to the adventurous souls, where you get to hear a variety of dialects and languages, get to exchange your notes with other trekkers, share ideas and experiences. The 2500 stone steps with teahouses on either side between Chhomrong and Bamboo is a fantastic experience for novice trekkers. However, the Annapurna trekking destinations are easily accessible with different trailheads starting just an hour or so from the lake city of Pokhara.

Finally, The best time to do trekking in Nepal is during autumn and spring seasons. At that time the weather is perfect and the skies are blue and clearer and the glimpses to behold are simply awe-inspiring. If you are hiking during winters, make sure to have the latest information on trail conditions as there is a risk of avalanche between Himalayan Hotel and Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Furthermore, join Royal Holidays Adventure and plan your adventurous trip in the Nepal Himalayas to get acquainted with the Nepalese landscapes, culture and age-old traditions.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Highlights

  • Diverse landscapes:

The trek offers a variety of landscapes, including terraced fields, undulating paths, and rocky trails. This keeps the scenery interesting throughout the trek

  • Picturesque villages:

You’ll pass through charming villages with traditional houses and friendly locals. Immerse yourself in the local culture and experience their way of life.

  • Witness diverse flora and fauna:

The Annapurna region boasts a variety of plant and animal life. Keep an eye out for rhododendrons, orchids, and birds like pheasants and thrushes.

  • Machhapuchhre Base Camp:

Hike via Machhapuchhre Base Camp for even more spectacular views of this “fishtail” mountain

  • Hot springs relaxation:

Soak in natural hot springs along the way and soothe your muscles after a day of trekking.

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Day To Day Itinenary

Arrival on: Kathmandu | Departure from: Kathmandu
  • 1
    Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

    Duration: 6-7 hrs

    Altitude: 822 M

    The tourist bus leave from Kathmandu to Pokhara at 7:00 in the morning. That day your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 6:30 and take you to the bus station and drive to Pokhara. It would be 6 to 7 hour long drive by bus and enjoy your evening in Lake side Pokhara.

  • 2
    Drive from Kathmandu to Ghandruk and sightseeing around Ghandruk village

    Duration: 3 hrs

    Altitude: 1950 M

    After having your breakfast in Pokhara you will start from Pokhara. You will take a road trip of around 3 hour to reach Ghandruk, a picturesque village mostly inhabited by Gurung people. Ghandruk also happens to be the biggest village along the Annapurna trekking trail where you can see the old stone and slate-roofed houses lining the slope. Visit the Gurung museum. Overnight in Ghandruk.

  • 3
    Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong

    Duration: 5 - 6 hr

    Altitude: 2100 M

    After a fulsome breakfast in Ghandruk, you will make an ascent to the top of a ridge until Kimrong enjoying remarkable views of Annapurna, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, and Gangapurna etc. From Komrong, you can see Chhomrong on the other side of the mountain separated by Kimrong River. A steep descend from this ridge takes you to the river from where it is another steep climb to a ridge at Chere Danda. From here it a gentle downhill walk till Chhomrong, a beautiful village at the lap of the Annapurna massif. On the opposite side, you will be able to see the Sinuwa village, which is also an important trekking trail on the Annapurna route. Chhomrong is the gateway to the Annapurna region from where you will get a grandstand view of the Himalayan peaks. Overnight in Chhomrong.

  • 4
    Trek from Chhomrong to Bamboo

    Duration: 4 - 5 hr

    Altitude: 2360 M

    Your trek today begins with a walk towards the Chhomrong River passing through the village via the 2500 stone steps with teahouses on either side of the trail. After 20 minutes, you will reach the river from where the trail climbs steeply on stone steps after the bridge. A short moment of climb will bring you to Tilche village with very few settlements. Yet another 10 minutes of walk will lead you to Lower Sinuwa from where the trail again climbs steeply on the stone staircases before reaching Upper Sinuwa. Beyond upper Sinuwa, it is the Annapurna Sanctuary region and it is marked by dense forests and clustered teahouses. Views from Sinuwa village are phenomenal and you can observe a lot of trekkers making their way towards the base camp while a handful of them returning after the trip. After a short rest, you will continue further on a mud trail that climbs up gradually for half an hour till the trail heads down and transforms into a beautiful forest of bamboo that leads to Kuldighar. From here, it is a natural downhill ramble through dense forests and the sound of the gushing Modi Khola alongside till you reach Bamboo, your destination today. Overnight in Bamboo

  • 5
    Trek from Bamboo to Deurali

    Duration: 4 - 5 hr

    Altitude: 3200 M

    Leaving Bamboo after breakfast today, your trek starts towards Deurali through damp and cold forests of bamboo with the steady rise and progressive steep sections until you arrive at Himalaya hotel and get exposed to the rays of the sun. Exceptional views of the glacial river flowing below can be cherished from this point. With yet another steep climb, you will surpass the Hinku Cave from where you will follow the path into the valley crossing the rocky avalanche area. The valley looks theatrical with the misty clouds, steep rocky slopes, and the magnificent waterfalls. It is a climb back up through rocky boulders and sparse vegetation till you arrive at Deurali, a spot with an astounding glimpse of the surrounding hills and Mt. Dhaulagiri. Overnight in Deurali

  • 6
    Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp via Machhapuchhre Base Camp

    Duration: 4 - 5 hr

    Altitude: 4130 M

    After a sumptuous breakfast, you are all geared up for one of the most scenic stretches of your hike climbing through boulders to cross the last lodge at Deurali. The trail from here opens up to the valley with Modi Khola and an enticing glimpse of Machhapuchhre and Gangapurna in the distance. It is a soft hike on a more leveled path till Bagar continuing past the abandoned lodges. After crossing a bridge over the Modi Khola, it is a strenuous ascent till you reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The most fascinating thing today is the terrain on this stretch is marked with small snow bridges that need to be crossed, while you are also entering grasslands, and small flowering plants adorn the trail in multi-hues. From here the Annapurna Base Camp is about 90 degrees to the left and the initial 1 km hike is a steep ascent. Climbing gently the path widens and sensational views of the towering Himalayan peaks can be sighted. Crossing the gorge that is the only way into this area, you will finally reach Annapurna Base Camp that offers mesmerizing views of the Machhapuchhre, the Annapurna ranges, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, Gandharvachuli, and many other peaks. Overnight in Annapurna Base Camp

  • 7
    Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo

    Duration: 6 - 7 hr

    Altitude: 2360 M

    You will be leaving the Base Camp today after breakfast with lots of wonderful moments to cherish. Today is perhaps the longest day of the entire trek. In the event that you wish to relish the great dawn over the Himalayas from ABC, you need to wake up early. Then after breakfast, it is all the way downhill tracing back the same route you took to reach ABC all the way to Bamboo crossing MBC, Deurali, Himalaya Hotel, and Dovan. Heading back down to the valley is moderately less demanding than the climb. During the trek today, you will see cascading waterfalls that drop down from a high point to the stones underneath going through woods with glorious perspectives of Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre mountains. Today’s trek includes long stretches of steep descent interspersed with short ascents. Himalaya Hotel is a good place to stop for lunch. Overnight in Bamboo.

  • 8
    Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda

    Duration: 4 - 5 hr

    Altitude: 1700 M

    After breakfast at Bamboo, you will begin climbing up steep steps to Kuldighar till you reach the abandoned check post which should take about 45 minutes. From here it is another 45 minutes downhill walk to reach Sinuwa through the bamboo forest. From Sinuwa, it is a hard descent to Chhomrong Khola followed by a steep ascent to Chhomrong village on the same 2500 stone steps that you walked earlier in the trek. Checking out from the ACAP office at Chhomrong, you will begin another steep downhill trod to Modi Khola and continue till Jhinu Danda enjoying the rainforests and farms on the way. Enjoy a hot water bath in the famous hot spring at Jhinu Danda, which is about 20 minutes walk from the village. Overnight in Jhinu Danda.

  • 9
    Drive from Jhinu Danda to Pokhara

    Duration: 3 hrs

    Altitude: 822 M

    This is the last day of trekking. After having the breakfast you will board on the jeep and drive to Pokhara, which is about three hour drive. On arrival at Pokhara, you will be transferred to your hotel room where you may stretch your weary legs and relax in leisure. Later in the evening, it is the perfect time to stroll around lakeside and perhaps sit beside a candlelit restaurant and sip your favorite beer and listen to some live bands performing some soulful melodies of Nepal. Overnight in Pokhara

  • 10
    Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara

    Duration: 6-7 hr

    Included meals: Breakfast, & Lunch

    Altitude: 1340 M

    After six hours drive, you will arrive in Kathmandu and check in to your hotel room. In the afternoon, you are free to catch up on some last-minute shopping or explore exceptional landmarks that you would not want to miss in Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

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Itinenary Note

This is a standard itinerary designed with a view to allow sufficient acclimatization period for trekkers. However, if you are not satisfied with this itinerary or wish to modify it according to your needs, we will happily do it for you. You are free to choose your own hotels, guides or porters if you wish to. We are always there to customize or tailor-make your trips as per your plans and convenience.

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Inclusion & Exclusion

What's Included

  • Kathmandu airport Pick up and Drop off 
  • Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu drive by tourist bus
  • Accommodation during the trek in mountain lodge
  • Pokhara to Ghandruk and Jhinu to Pokhara by private jeep
  • A highly professional, English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide.
  • All required documentations including trekking permits, and TIMS card.
  • All government taxes including VAT, tourist service charges etc.

What's not Included

  • Food and accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara city
  • Food and drinks in the mountain during the trek
  • Porter $200 per porter(Optional)
  • Both way flight ticket (Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu) $240 per person (Optional)

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Traveler: Zaiphizat Putra | Country: AF

It was an amazing experience for me and my wife on a trek to Annapurna Base Camp. We booked our trip with Royal Holidays as recommended by my friend who had used them last year. Everything was exceptionally executed. These people are extraordinarily talented. There is no room for any complaint. Everything happened exactly in the same way that they had promised us during our email interaction. I highly recommend...

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Traveler: Daniel Enthoven | Country: RU

I was a solo female traveler and quite concerned about my personal safety while planning for the Annapurna Base Camp trek during April. Not an easily convinceable person, I wasn’t quite comfortable till the day my trek began. But as I got to know my companion, Nawaraj Tiwari, who was my guide, and Sabin Tamang ,the porter while walking the first few hours, they were probably the most trustworthy, caring,...

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

    During your Annapurna region trekking, very basic accommodation, in the form of guesthouse, is available in almost every village. These lodges have neat and clean beds and comfortable mattresses. The bed is small and the bathroom must be shared. Some lodges are better than others. Although blankets are provided, it is better to have your own sleeping bags as it gets very cold at higher elevations and there is no provision of heating system inside the rooms. Usually at peak seasons, lodge owners expect you to dine at their lodge in order to guarantee you a sleeping place. At most lodges, there is a chimney heater in the common dining hall. Some lodges may offer hot showers for an additional fee as well.

  • What varieties of food can I expect during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

    During your Annapurna region trekking, you will find plenty of food items to eat. Lodges have menu offering Chinese, Tibetan, Indian, Nepali cuisines including some continental food. Normally, you will have your dinner and breakfast at the lodge where you stay overnight while lunch will be served on the way where your trekking guide deems right for you. Eating Nepali dishes is a lot healthier and energetic that typically includes steamed rice and lentil soup aka Dal Bhaat along with local cooked vegetables like cabbage, green beans, carrots, potatoes, greens etc,. This powerful Nepali diet will be your basic lunch and dinner menu. Meat is readily available for non-vegetarian lovers. You may have Tsampa porridge, corn bread, buckwheat bread, barley bread or eggs & rice for breakfast. We suggest you to carry some energy bars, nuts etc. on your own in case you run into a situation where you have fewer options to choose from a menu.

  • When is the best time to trek in the Annapurna regions?

    Autumn in Nepal falls during the months from September to November while spring falls during March to May. These months have the best weather for trekking in the Annapurna regions. During these months, the skies are clearer than other seasons and you will be blessed with some of the most outstanding views of the Nepal Himalayas including the peaks like Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. During the winter and monsoon months, the trekking routes are quieter, and food and accommodation is much cheaper. Due to the inconsistency in weather conditions during these months, the views may not be as impressive as during the autumn and spring seasons.

  • How difficult is trekking to the Annapurna Base Camp?

    Trekking to the base camp of the world’s tenth highest mountain Annapurna is definitely not as easy as one may think. It is a journey with lots of twists and turns, ups and downs and walking on different terrains. It does not involve technical climbing but having a prior hiking experience will do good while trekking. The trek gets harder as one keeps ascending to higher altitude. Any person with a strong body and a positive mindset, any level of trekkers can accomplish the trek without a problem. With increasing altitude, the air gets thinner and the possibility of altitude sickness increases. Each day of walking involves 12 to 15 km and 6 – 7 hours of trekking.

  • Can I trek in the Annapurna regions independently or without a guide?

    Yes, it is possible to trek in the Annapurna regions independently. But it is highly advised for those trekkers with prior experience of walking for a few hours every day. In addition, trekkers must be willing to carry their own baggage of at least 15 kg while trekking alone. Trekking without a guide would be the cheapest option to trek in the Annapurna regions but then, be ready to manage everything on your own including accommodation in the mountains, transportation to the trailhead and of course your meals. Nonetheless, if it is your first time in trekking in the Annapurna region, then it is best if you use a trekking guide for several reasons you wouldn’t regret later.

  • I have an extra baggage. Where can I store my luggage that I don’t require during the trek?

    You will carry only important items required for your trek during the trekking. Any extra items that you have can be safely stored in our store room at our office or in our hotel. Your belongings will remain safe with us and there will not be any extra cost for storing your extra baggage with us.

  • Who will carry my luggage during the trek?

    You will carry your own luggage and backpack if you plan to trek independently. If you book your trip with us, we have not included porter cost in the package. However, if you require that your luggage should be carried by a porter and you are ready to bear the porter’s cost, then we will arrange a porter for you who will carry your luggage during the trek. But, you will be responsible for carrying you own daypack with all your valuable items, drinking water, camera, snacks and a medical pack.

  • Can I communicate with my relatives while trekking in the Annapurna regions?

    In the past, there were no communication facilities until you returned to Kathmandu from trekking. But since the past few years, communicating with your relatives back home is not a problem at all from most of the places of the Annapurna regions, except from some places. While you are in Kathmandu, we suggest you to purchase a local SIM card, preferably NCell, and top up with certain amount of money. So, when you are walking in the mountains, you can talk to your friends or family, use internet facilities to upload photos of trekking and so on. Some lodges on the trek route also have Wi-Fi facilities for which you need to pay. Only some of the areas may face network problems due to which you may not be able to make phone calls or use your phone data to use the internet.

  • Do my guide and porter speak English?

    Your guide is a qualified, well-trained and an authorized person with a trekking license from the government of Nepal. He speaks English fluently and is also first-aid trained with an ability to handle almost any situation while trekking in the mountains. Some of the porters are also able to speak English fairly enough and all our guides and porters are fully insured.

  • What types of toilet facilities are available at the teahouses in the Annapurna trekking trail?

    A majority of the teahouses on the Annapurna trekking route have squat type of toilet facilities. In the recently built teahouses and lodges they have western style flush toilets due to the increasing flow of tourists in the Annapurna trail. However, at certain places, there may be shortage of water so it is advised to carry your own toilet paper and other toiletries.

  • Is it necessary for me to carry my own sleeping bag during the trek?

    Although it is not really necessary for you carry your sleeping bag, but we do advice you to carry one as sleeping at altitudes above 4000m during cold months could be really cold. The guesthouses at various places do provide blankets in the rooms but it may not be sufficient to keep you warm. If you do not have your own sleeping bag, we will arrange it for you to rent from some rental outlet at a small cost.

  • Will I be able to take showers during the trek?

    You can expect to have only about 3 – 4 showers during your trekking trip. Showers are normally the traditional hot water bucket showers that are available on request at an extra cost. It is not necessary to have shower at higher altitudes and our guide will provide tips on how to maintain personal hygiene during such times.

  • Are there ATMs on the trekking route in the Annapurna regions?

    No, unfortunately there are no ATMs on the Annapurna trekking regions. Trekkers have to draw sufficient cash either from Pokhara or Kathmandu itself which have hundreds of ATMs. Every transaction in Nepal is done in Nepali rupees so you are advised to carry enough Nepali rupees bearing small denominations so that purchasing stuffs in the mountains is easier.

  • What is the provision of drinking water while trekking in the Annapurna regions?

    Teahouses and lodges in the Annapurna trekking regions provide filtered and boiled water, the major sources being taps, streams, and rivers from the Himalayas. Although it is possible to buy bottled mineral water at most of the teahouses on the trails, we do not encourage our fellow trekkers to use plastic bottles as they are not environment friendly. On the contrary, we recommend that you carry purifying agents like SteriPen UV, chlorine, iodine tablets or other purifying agents for environmental reasons.

  • What kind of shoes do you recommend me for my trekking?

    We advise you to wear a comfortable pair of shoes that is previously broken in case it is newly purchased. Previously broken shoes will avoid your feet from getting blisters while walking. We normally recommend shoes with Gore-Tex style lining as it provides ultimate comfort and has thicker soles thereby making your walking experience on rough terrains a pleasant one.

  • Can I trek to the Annapurna region during the rainy seasons?

    Rainy seasons in Nepal fall during the months of June to August. During rainy seasons, the rainfall makes the trails slippery and less relevant for hiking. However, the trekking route remains less crowded and one can enjoy beautiful views of the Himalayan ranges and a wide variety of flora and fauna. Therefore, it is possible for you to trek during the rainy seasons or winters for a quieter experience with fewer trekkers on the trail.

  • I am a solo woman traveler. How safe is it for me to trek in the Annapurna?

    Female tourists are subjects of esteem whether traveling alone, in pairs or as a couple. By and large, Nepali men are courteous and defensive of solo women travelers. There will be exemptions of course, but for the most part, there is no lack of enthusiasm related to traveling as a solo woman in Nepal. Nevertheless, for a solo woman or even a solo man, it is always wise to take a guide with you especially if it is your first trekking experience in the Nepal Himalayas. Overall, Nepal is safe for solo travelers where one can enjoy the companionship of other lone trekkers along the trail sharing the same passion.

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