Trek Snapshot
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3 Star Hotel, Lodge, Tea House
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March to May and September to November
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Kathmandu / Pokhara
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Yes
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Guided
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English, Hindi, Nepali
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4,130m / 13,549ft.
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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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VISA, AMEX, MASTERCARD
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Available
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Private Vehicle, Tourist Bus
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4-6 Hours
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14 Days
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2 - 20
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Overview
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a 14-day guided journey into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary — a high glacial amphitheater ringed by eight mountains over 7,000 m. The trail rises from subtropical river valleys through rhododendron forests and traditional Gurung villages to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m (13,549 ft), where the surrounding peaks fill the entire horizon in every direction.
What to Expect on the Trail
The approach to ABC is varied and visually rich. You climb stone staircases past terraced fields, walk ridge lines above deep gorges, and move through the progressively narrowing Modi Khola valley as it tightens toward the Sanctuary. The final approach through the glacial moraine is particularly striking — the mountains close in on all sides and tower directly overhead.
Walking days average 4–6 hours on established stone and dirt trails. No technical climbing is required. An early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m) is included on Day 5 for a sunrise panorama over Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and Machhapuchhre. On the descent, a stop at the natural hot springs in Jhinu Danda rounds off the journey perfectly.
Who This Trek is Best For
The ABC trek suits active adults who hike regularly and want a mountain experience without extreme high altitude. No prior Himalayan experience is required, but good cardiovascular fitness is essential. Best seasons are March–May — when lower elevations bloom with rhododendron — and September–November for clear skies and stable weather.
What’s Included
The package covers Kathmandu and Pokhara hotel stays, transport between cities and to/from the trailhead, all trekking meals, ACAP and TIMS permits, licensed guide, and porter support. Full details are in the Cost tab. Call or WhatsApp us: +1-682-487-7207.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Highlights
- Stand inside the Annapurna Sanctuary at Base Camp (4,130 m / 13,549 ft) — a glacial bowl enclosed on all sides by Annapurna I, South, Fang, Gangapurna, and Machhapuchhre.
- Early morning sunrise hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m) for a sweeping view over Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Annapurna South, and the iconic fishtail summit of Machhapuchhre.
- Soak in the natural riverside hot springs at Jhinu Danda on the descent — one of the most satisfying end-of-trek rewards on any Nepal trekking route.
- Trek through the Gurung villages of Ghandruk and Chhomrong — traditional stone settlements perched above the Modi Khola valley with unobstructed mountain views.
- Trek through the narrow Modi Khola gorge on the final Sanctuary approach — one of the most dramatic enclosed trail corridors in the Himalayas.
- Daily pulse oximeter health monitoring by your licensed guide from Machhapuchhre Base Camp elevation onward, with clear altitude management protocols in place.
- Walk through the world's largest rhododendron forests on the Ghorepani–Tadapani ridge in spring, when the entire hillside turns deep red and pink.
