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Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 10 Days

Tour Info

Trip code

E-006

Starting Point/ End Point

Kathmandu

Accommodations

Lodge/Tea House

Max Altitude

4,130m (13,550ft) at Annapurna Base Camp

Duration

16 days

country

Nepal

Trip grade

Extreme

Best Season

Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November)

Highlights

  • The Sanctuary: Stand in a massive glacial basin surrounded by ten peaks over $6,000\text{m}$.

  • Poon Hill Sunrise: Witness a world-class sunrise over the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massifs.

  • Cultural Immersion: Stay in authentic Gurung and Magar villages like Ulleri and Chhomrong.

  • Jhinu Hot Springs: Soak your tired muscles in natural riverside thermal pools on the way back.

  • Rhododendron Forests: Walk through the world’s largest rhododendron woods (blooming in Spring).

  • Machhapuchhre View: Get up close with the "Fishtail" mountain, one of the most beautiful and sacred unclimbed peaks in the world.

Overview

The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek is a journey into a natural mountain amphitheater. Unlike other treks that look at mountains from a distance, this route brings you into the center of a 360-degree wall of giants. You will trek through terraced rice paddies, ancient rhododendron forests, and deep bamboo groves before emerging into the high-altitude glacial basin known as the Annapurna Sanctuary.

Itinerary

Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (822m)

A scenic 7-hour drive through the Himalayan foothills along the Trishuli River. Enjoy the evening by the serene Phewa Lake in Pokhara.

  • Drive time: 6–7 hours.

Day 02: Drive to Nayapul & Trek to Ulleri (1,960m)

After a short drive, the trek begins. You’ll cross the Modi Khola river and face the "Ulleri Challenge"—3,300 stone steps leading up to a beautiful Magar village.

  • Trek time: 4–5 hours.

Day 03: Trek to Ghorepani (2,860m)

A pleasant walk through dense oak and rhododendron forests. The air gets cooler as you reach the ridge-top village of Ghorepani.

  • Trek time: 5–6 hours.

Lukla Flight

Most trekkers reach the Everest region via a short, scenic flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA) in Lukla. During the peak trekking seasons (March–May and October–November), flights are often rerouted to depart from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu to reduce air traffic congestion.Most trekkers reach the Everest region via a short, scenic flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA) in Lukla. During the peak trekking seasons (March–May and October–November), flights are often rerouted to depart from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu to reduce air traffic congestion.

Most trekkers reach the Everest region via a short, scenic flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA) in Lukla. During the peak trekking seasons (March–May and October–November), flights are often rerouted to depart from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu to reduce air traffic congestion.Most trekkers reach the Everest region via a short, scenic flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA) in Lukla. During the peak trekking seasons (March–May and October–November), flights are often rerouted to depart from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap instead of Kathmandu to reduce air traffic congestion.

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What's included

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off in a private vehicle.

  • Standard teahouse accommodation during the trek (twin sharing).

  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trekking days.

  • Government-licensed, English-speaking trekking guide.

  • Porters to carry your luggage (1 porter for every 2 trekkers).

  • Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permit and Blue e-TIMS card.

  • First Aid kit carried by your guide.

What's excluded

  • Nepal Entry Visa fee ($50 for 30 days).

  • International airfare.

  • Personal expenses (Wi-Fi, hot showers, device charging, alcohol, bottled water).

  • Travel and rescue insurance (Mandatory).

  • Tips for guides and porters (Customarily 10–15%).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a risk of altitude sickness on this route?

While the max altitude is 4,130m, the ascent is relatively gradual compared to the Everest region. By spending 7 days reaching the top, your body has time to adjust. Our guides monitor you daily for symptoms like headaches or nausea.

How difficult is the ABC trek for beginners?

The ABC trek is considered moderate. There is no technical climbing involved. However, the thousands of stone steps can be hard on the knees. If you can walk 5–7 hours a day with a light daypack, you can complete this trek.

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