Annapurna, Nepal
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Into the Annapurna Sanctuary — a natural amphitheatre encircled by 7,000 m peaks.
Tour highlights
Sunrise on Annapurna I from Base Camp at 4,130 m
Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) Base Camp
Hot springs at Jhinu Danda
Gurung villages of Ghandruk and Chhomrong
Rhododendron forest in bloom (spring)
Terraced hillsides and traditional teahouse culture
Day-by-day itinerary
Tourist coach or short flight to Pokhara, evening free by the lake to prepare for the trek.
Drive to the trailhead and trek up to the large Gurung village of Ghandruk with its stone houses and Annapurna South views.
Descend to the Kimrong Khola and climb again to Chhomrong, the gateway to the Sanctuary.
Follow the Modi Khola gorge through bamboo and rhododendron forest, gaining height steadily.
Above the treeline into the Sanctuary proper, with Fishtail towering directly overhead.
Short pre-dawn climb to ABC for sunrise on Annapurna I, then a long descent back down the valley.
Continue down to Jhinu Danda and soak in the natural hot springs by the river.
Final short walk to the road head, drive to Pokhara and onward to Kathmandu.
Amenities available
Cost includes
- Kathmandu–Pokhara–Kathmandu coach transfers
- Pokhara–Nayapul–Pokhara private vehicle
- 7 nights teahouse accommodation
- All meals during the trek
- Licensed trekking guide and porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- ACAP permit and TIMS card
- First aid kit and oximeter
Cost excludes
- Travel and evacuation insurance
- Domestic flight upgrade
- Personal trekking gear
- Hot showers, charging and Wi-Fi on the trail
- Beverages, snacks and tipping
- Extra nights due to weather
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