Annapurna Base Camp Trekking – one of the most popular trekking trips – includes varied landscapes in the Annapurna region of the central Himalayas. This place is also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary – as located in one of the largest nature conservation area and holy for the local inhabitants. The trek offers splendid views of the mighty Himalayan peaks and showcases distinct cultural heritages of local people.

The trek leads you through rhododendron forests and terraced farm proffering the charming scenery of the ethnic villages and their lifestyle. The beautiful views of the Himalayas you can sight include: Annapurna massif’s Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m); Dhaulagiri Range’s Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m /26,795 ft), Dhaulagiri II (7,751m/ 25,430ft), Dhaulagiri III (7,715 m); and others such as Himchuli (6,441 m) and Machapuchhre (6,993 m).

The bowl shaped Annapurna Base Camp – surrounded by mighty mountain peaks – is located at 4,130 m/ 13,549 ft above sea level just after Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Trekking to the Annapurna Base camp is spectacular to explore villages, cultures, and rural lifestyle close-up with walking in the forest and farmed terraces of mid-hill Nepal.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is best enjoyed during the spring and autumn months. The spring season (March to May) is known for its pleasant weather with clear skies and bright sunshine. The temperatures are warm during the day and chilly at night, making it perfect for trekking.

The trek can be divided into three stages: the moderate first-day hike to Ghandruk then a five-day journey up to ABC with dramatic ascents through Modi Khola gorge; and finally exploring around Base Camp itself before returning back down via Jhinu Danda hot springs. Although none would describe this as an easy route - it’s certainly not technical but there are difficult sections.

Detailed Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300 m/4265ft):
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing - 4 hrs tour.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara / flight 25 mins – and Trek Tikhedhunga (1,750 m/ 5,741 ft) / 1.5 hrs drive and 3 hrs walk:
Day 04: Trek Tikhedhunga – Ghorepani (2,810 m/ 9,216 ft)/ 6 hrs walk:
Day 05: Hike Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3,210 m/ 10,531 ft)) – Tadapani (2,650 m.ft) / 6 hrs walk:
Day 06: Trek Tadapani – Chhomrong (2,170 m/ 7,119 ft)/ 5 hrs walk:
Day 07: Chhomrong – Dovan (2,580 m/ 8.464 ft )/ 5 hrs walk:
Day 08: Trek Dovan – Deurali (3,290 m/ 10,794 ft)/ 4 hrs walk:
Day 09: Trek Deurali – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/ 13,549 ft)/ 4 hrs walk:
Day 10: Annapurna Base Camp – Bamboo (2,300 m/ 7,545 ft)/ 6 hrs walk down:
Day 11: Trek Bamboo – Jhinu Danda (Hot Spring) (1,500 m/ 4,921 ft)/ 4 hrs walk:
Day 12: Trek Jhinu – Drive Nayapul – Pokhara / 6 hrs and drive 1.5 hrs:
Day 13: Pokhara Exploration - 4 hrs tour:
Day 14: Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu (1300 m/ 4,265 ft) / 7 hrs drive:
Day 15: Cultural Tour of Kathmandu City / 4 hrs:
Day 16: Departure Day: