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The Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a high glacial basin ringed by peaks above 7,000 m. From Pokhara you walk through terraced Gurung villages like Ghandruk and Chhomrong, then up the Modi Khola gorge through bamboo and rhododendron forest to Machapuchare Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m), at the foot of Annapurna I (8,091 m).
Waking up at base camp is the moment people remember: sunrise lights Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and the sacred Machapuchare all around you. The days are steady rather than extreme, the teahouses are some of the most comfortable in Nepal, and on the way down you soak in the natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda.
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Our heritage and roots
Born and raised in the mountains of Nepal, our founder grew up walking Himalayan trails with the elders of his village. That lifelong respect for the mountains became the foundation of Travel To Nepal.
Sujan SherpaFounder and lead trek director
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Trek milestones
Wake up inside the Sanctuary with Annapurna I, Annapurna South and Machapuchare glowing around you.
Walk below the sacred Fishtail peak (6,993 m), closed to climbers and only seen this close from the Sanctuary.
Stone houses, slate roofs and warm hospitality in Ghandruk and Chhomrong.
Bamboo and rhododendron forest in the Modi Khola gorge opens into a high glacial basin in a few days.
Rest tired legs in the natural pools by the river on the way down.
Warm dining rooms, good food and hot showers on most nights.
Trekker suitability guide
An honest checklist from our guides to help you decide if Annapurna Base Camp suits you.
Suitability checklist
Physical demands and fitness: 5 to 7 hours of walking a day with thousands of stone steps up and down. Good everyday fitness is enough.
Altitude and acclimatization: You sleep one night at 4,130 m. The climb is gradual and we watch everyone closely above Deurali.
Technical skill required: None. Stone steps, forest trails and a moraine path to base camp. No ropes or climbing gear.
Trail comfort and accommodation: Family-run teahouses with twin rooms and shared dining rooms. Rooms higher up are simple and cold.
Avalanche awareness: In winter and early spring the trail above Deurali can see avalanche risk. Your guide decides when it is safe to go on.
Medical conditions: With heart or lung conditions or severe asthma, speak to your doctor before booking.
Unsure about your fitness or readiness?Our lead trek director gives a free, no-obligation preparation check.
Step-by-step route
Eleven days from Kathmandu to the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary and back. You travel to Pokhara, walk up through Gurung villages and forest to Annapurna Base Camp, wake up there for sunrise, then come down by a different route past the hot springs at Jhinu Danda. Every night on the trail is in a family-run teahouse.
Airport pickup · Gear check in Thamel
Arrival · 1,400 m
Our team meets you at Tribhuvan International Airport and takes you to your hotel. In the evening we check your gear, sort the permits and talk you through the route.
Tourist bus or 25-minute flight · Lakeside evening
6–7 hrs drive · 820 m
A scenic road along the Trishuli and Marsyangdi rivers, or a short flight with mountain views. The evening is free by Phewa Lake.
Gurung village · First views of Annapurna South
2 hrs drive · 2–3 hrs · 1,940 m
A jeep ride takes you to Kimche, then a short climb on stone steps brings you to Ghandruk, one of the largest Gurung villages in the region. Visit the small Gurung museum if there is time.
Kimrong Khola · Views of Machapuchare
6–7 hrs · 2,170 m
Climb over the ridge above Ghandruk, drop to the Kimrong Khola and climb again to Chhomrong, the last big village before the Sanctuary, facing Annapurna South and Machapuchare.
Stone steps · Into the Modi Khola gorge
5–6 hrs · 2,310 m
Down the long stone staircase to the Chhomrong Khola, then up through Sinuwa into bamboo and rhododendron forest, home to langur monkeys.
Dovan · Himalaya · Forest gives way to the gorge
5–6 hrs · 3,230 m
Follow the river upstream past Dovan and Himalaya. The trees thin out and the gorge narrows, with waterfalls pouring down the cliffs.
The high point of the trek · Inside the Sanctuary
5–6 hrs · 4,130 m · High point
Climb into the Sanctuary to Machapuchare Base Camp (3,700 m), then on along the moraine to Annapurna Base Camp. The peaks close in all around you, and the sunset on Annapurna I is unforgettable.
Morning light on the Sanctuary · Long descent
6–7 hrs · 2,310 m
Get up early for sunrise over the Sanctuary, then walk back down the gorge the way you came, past Deurali and Dovan to Bamboo.
Back through Chhomrong · Natural hot springs
6 hrs · 1,780 m
Climb back up to Chhomrong, then drop steeply to Jhinu Danda. A 20-minute walk down to the river brings you to the hot springs, the perfect end to a long day.
Last trekking day · Celebrate with your team
3 hrs · 2 hrs drive · 820 m
An easy walk along the Modi Khola to the road at Siwai, then a jeep back to Pokhara. We celebrate the end of the trek with your guide and porters.
Bus or flight · Airport transfer
6–7 hrs drive · 1,400 m
Travel back to Kathmandu by bus or flight for your onward journey, or stay on for another adventure in Nepal. We are happy to help plan it.
Tailor-made treks
Unlimited free changes until it is right
Want to match your own pace, fitness, group or holiday dates? Tell us what you have in mind and our Kathmandu team will change the route as many times as you need, until it is the ABC Trek you want.
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Local expertise and safety first
Licensed guides from the Annapurna foothills, trained in first aid and focused on your safety in the Sanctuary.
Family treks
First aid
Trek leader, family treks
Ghandruk, Kaski
“With children, the trek is not the destination. A good day is when everyone wants to walk again tomorrow.”
Solo trekkers
First aid
Lead guide for solo trekkers
Sikles, Kaski
“Walking alone is fine. Walking with someone who knows the trail and the people is better.”
Full disclosure
Ground transport: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist bus, and the jeep to and from the trailhead.
Licensed guide and porters: first-aid trained, insured and fairly paid.
Teahouse lodging: 7 nights on the trek and 3 hotel nights in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Permits: Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card where checkpoints ask for it.
Safety gear: pulse oximeter and first-aid kit.
Airport transfers: arrival and departure in Kathmandu.
Meals on the trek: order freely from the menu (about $20–30 a day).
International airfare: flights to and from Kathmandu.
Travel insurance: required, with helicopter rescue cover.
Nepal tourist visa: on arrival at the airport.
Lodge extras: hot showers, battery charging and Wi-Fi.
Trekker-first transparency
Freedom of choice and appetiteAppetite changes with altitude. Order what your body wants, from dal bhat to pasta, porridge or soup.
Direct support for teahouse familiesYou pay the lodges directly, so all food money stays with the local families who run them.
No package markupsAll-inclusive meal packages are often padded. Here you pay real menu prices for what you eat.
Dietary needs and allergiesVegetarian, vegan or gluten-free: order on the spot and get food made the way you need it.
Average daily food budget: plan on about $20–30 USD per day for hearty breakfasts, lunches, hot dinners and boiled drinking water or tea.
Trail pro tips
“Dal bhat power”: unlimited refills of rice, lentils and vegetable curry. The best fuel at altitude.
Go vegetarian in the Sanctuary: by local custom, lodges above Chhomrong serve no meat, out of respect for the Sanctuary.
Stay hydrated: drink 3–4 litres a day (ginger-lemon-honey tea, garlic soup, boiled water).
Cash is king: there are no ATMs above Ghandruk. Bring enough Nepali rupees from Pokhara.
Essential teahouse notes
Teahouse rule: eat breakfast and dinner where you sleep. Lodges keep room prices low because of it.
Set menus: lodges in the Sanctuary share one menu and price list, so prices rise with altitude.
Small extras: showers, charging and Wi-Fi cost a few dollars each higher up.
Acclimatization map
Your highest night is at 4,130 m, at Annapurna Base Camp.
Peak: 4,130 m
Route and GPS waypoints
Interactive map
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Kathmandu 1,400 mStart
Day 1Pokhara 820 m
Day 2Ghandruk 1,940 m
Day 3Chhomrong 2,170 m
Day 4Bamboo 2,310 m
Day 5Deurali 3,230 m
Day 6Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 mHigh point
Day 7Bamboo 2,310 m
Day 8Jhinu Danda 1,780 m
Day 9Pokhara 820 m
Day 10Kathmandu 1,400 m
Day 11Interactive map by Google Maps. See our privacy policy for how Google handles your data.
Direct operator advantage
Local leadership, honest pricing and careful safety standards, straight from our Kathmandu team.
Licensed guides who grew up in the region they lead and know the teahouse families by name.
Everything included is listed before you book. Meals are paid on the trail at real menu prices.
Daily oxygen and pulse checks, a first-aid kit, and rescue coordinated from Kathmandu.
Every trek is private. Change the pace, days or route; we rewrite the plan for free.
You plan with our team directly, before, during and after your trek.
Weight limits, warm gear, insurance and fair pay for every person on your team.
Transparent pricing structure
Book directly with our Kathmandu team, with no middlemen. Every trek is private, so you choose your own start date.
| Group size | Per person | Your team | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person (solo) | $1,060 | Private guide + private porter | |
| 2 people | $930 | Guide + 1 porter | |
| Popular3–5 people | $850 | Lead guide + assistant + porters | |
| 6–10 people | $780 | Lead guide + 2 assistants + porters | |
| 11+ people | $720 | Full trekking team |
Official verification
Est. 2024 · Kathmandu
Nepal Department of Tourism registration certificateRegistration tourest registation · licensed trekking agency
The Travel To Nepal advantage
Why trekkers choose our locally led Annapurna treks.
Our trek leaders have walked these trails for years and know the teahouse families along the way.
Pulse oximeter readings morning and evening help catch altitude sickness early.
Fair wages, insurance, warm gear and strict weight limits for every porter.
Only your group, with personal pacing and quiet teahouse evenings.
Booking direct with a Nepali company means your money supports families along the trail.
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Gear and essentials
Tested gear for the Sanctuary: −10 °C nights at base camp to 25 °C days in the lower villages.
Base layers: 2–3 merino or synthetic tops and bottoms.
Fleece mid-layer: a warm fleece or softshell.
Down jacket: rated to about −10 °C for the night at base camp.
Waterproof shell: jacket and trousers for rain and wind.
Trekking boots: waterproof, broken in, with good grip for wet stone steps.
Camp shoes: light trainers or sandals for the teahouse.
Socks: 4–5 pairs of cushioned trekking socks.
Microspikes: useful in winter and early spring above Deurali.
Daypack (25–35 L): with a rain cover for layers, water and snacks.
Duffel bag: carried by your porter (max 15 kg).
Sleeping bag: comfort to −10 °C (you can rent one in Pokhara).
Trekking poles and headlamp: for the many steps down and the early sunrise.
Water purification: tablets or a UV pen, plus two 1 L bottles.
Medical kit: blister plasters, painkillers, rehydration salts.
Sun protection: SPF 50 sunscreen, sunglasses and lip balm for the snow glare.
Hygiene: wet wipes, hand sanitizer and a quick-dry towel.
Practical field knowledge
Essential insights from our local trek leaders.
Autumn (October to November): the clearest skies of the year and stable weather in the Sanctuary.
Spring (March to May): warm days and rhododendron forest in bloom around Chhomrong.
*Winter is clear but cold, with avalanche risk above Deurali after snow. The monsoon (Jun–Aug) brings rain, leeches and hidden views.
Rooms: simple twin rooms with blankets; rooms in the Sanctuary are basic and fill up in October.
Heating and showers: dining rooms are warm in the evening; hot showers cost a few dollars.
Wi-Fi and power: charging and Wi-Fi are available in most lodges for a small fee.
Dal bhat: rice, lentil soup, vegetables and pickle, with free refills.
Vegetarian higher up: by local custom, lodges above Chhomrong serve no meat.
Hydration: drink 3–4 litres a day and treat your water; skip single-use plastic.
Rescue: our Kathmandu office coordinates helicopter evacuation with your insurer if it is ever needed.
On the trail: your guide carries a first-aid kit and pulse oximeter and knows the nearest helipads.
Insurance: travel insurance covering emergency evacuation is required for every trekker.
Sunrise inside the Annapurna Sanctuary, close views of Machapuchare and Annapurna I, the Gurung villages of Ghandruk and Chhomrong, and the hot springs at Jhinu Danda.
Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m (13,550 ft), where you spend one night.
October and November for the clearest views, and March to May for warm days and rhododendrons in bloom. Winter is possible but colder, with avalanche risk above Deurali after heavy snow.
Our itinerary is 11 days from Kathmandu and back, with 8 days on the trail. From Pokhara, the trek itself can be done in 7–8 days.
By tourist bus (6–7 hours) or a 25-minute flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, then about 2 hours by jeep to Kimche. Transport by road is included.
Moderate, grade 3 of 5. There is no climbing, but many stone steps, long days and one night above 4,000 m need reasonable fitness.
Yes, if you are active and walk regularly. The ascent is gradual and our guides set an easy pace.
The Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), and a TIMS card where checkpoints ask for it. We arrange both before you arrive. Nepal requires foreign trekkers to walk with a licensed guide arranged through a registered agency. All our treks include one.
A gradual ascent, a steady pace, pulse and oxygen checks every evening, plenty of fluids, and going down at once if serious symptoms appear.
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