Annapurna Base Camp Trek
A classic 9-day Himalayan trek to the heart of the Annapurna range
About this trek
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a 9-day route that leads you into the centre of the beautiful Annapurna mountain range. The trail passes through terraced farmland, rhododendron forests, and traditional Gurung villages, with clear views of peaks such as Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre. You will sleep in local tea houses. The ascent is gradual but includes some steep sections, especially around Ulleri and Chhomrong.
Reaching Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 metres places you in a natural amphitheatre surrounded by towering peaks. Sunrises and sunsets here are a definite highlight of the trek. The return route retraces the valley, finishing with the option to relax in natural hot springs before driving back to Pokhara.
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Customers who have completed this trek
Trekking in the Himalayas has always fascinated me, so we decided to do the Annapurna Base Camp trek as kids with Raaj back in 2019 - and it couldn’t have been more perfect.
I joined Raaj on a private ABC Tour. At the time, I was not an experienced mountain trekker, but Raaj made the journey feel safe, comfortable, and truly enjoyable from start to finish.
It was a challenging, strenuous, and unforgettable tour in this fantastic mountain world. His professionalism, deep local knowledge, reliability, and genuinely friendly nature stood out at every moment.
Thanks to his calm and confident guidance, I felt well supported at all times. I can highly recommend Raajto anyone looking for a trustworthy, experienced, and caring mountain guide.
Great experience hiking Annapurna Circuit and Base Camp with Raj. Experienced guide and easy to communicate with.
Itinerary
Pokhara → Nayapul → Tikhedunga (1,540m)
Start off the trek with a 1,5-hour drive Pokhara-Nayapul (1,070m). Gradual uphill walk through small villages and rice terraces. Highlights: local culture and river crossings.
Tikhedunga → Ghorepani (2,860 m)
Steep climb to Ulleri, then through rhododendron forest. Highlights: spectacular forest trail, first clear views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.
Altitude: 2,050 m → 2,874 m
Ghorepani → Poon Hill (3.210 m) → Tadapani (2,630 m)
Today kicks off with an early hike of 1 hour to Poon Hill for sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. We return for breakfast at Ghorepani, then hike (±5 hrs) to Tadapani. Highlights: one of the best Himalayan panoramas in Nepal!
Tadapani → Chhomrong (2,170 m)
Descend through forest and cross rivers before climbing to Chhomrong. One of today's highlights are the stunning views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).
Chhomrong → Dovan (2,600 m)
Down to Chhomrong Khola, then gradual ascent through bamboo forests.
Dovan → Deurali (3.230 m)
Steady climb following the Modi Khola river.
Deurali → Machhapuchhre Base Camp → Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)
Walk through alpine meadows and glacial valleys. Today's trek ends at the teahouse in Annapurna Base Camp. Enjoy sunset views over Annapurna I!
Annapurna Base Camp → Bamboo (2,310 m)
We will start today with a sunrise at Annapurna Base Camp, after which we will retrace our steps down through Deurali and Dovan. The walk of today is mostly downhill.
Bamboo → Jhinu Danda (1,780 m) → Pokhara
Last hike of 5-6 hours to Jhinu Dandu. Relax in natural hot springs near the Modi Khola river. Then the trek ends with a 3-hour ride back to Pokhara, and it will be time to say goodbye...
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