Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)

  • Trekking

  • 10 Days

  • Medium

  • 4,130 m

  • KTM- 4*Hotel Trek period: Teahouse

  • Autumn (Sept to Nov) and Spring (March to May)

  • USD 965 [2 pax+]

Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the most known and classic trekking route in Nepal. It gives great view of mountains of surrounding the region.Annapurna range, Gangapurna, Annapurna South, Fishtail, Tent peak and many more peaks can be seen from the trail. The trail goes through dense green jungle, villages with typical local lifestyle, terraced farmland which provides different experience to tourists.

Highlights of the trip

  • Close view of mountains of Annapurna range, Gangapurna, Annapurna South, Fishtail, Tent peak, Gandarva Chuli, Flute Peak, Annapurana I,Annapurna Fang, Himchuli. etc 
  •  Beautiful nature surroundings with wide variety of flora and fauna .
  •  Cultural aspect of local people especially Gurung caste .
  •  Local Gurung old museum, taste local food, local dress, culture can be observed.
  •  Can dip in small hot water natural spring to recover from all body ache ,tiredness after trek
  • Relatively easy trip to have your great experience of adventure in Nepal ..

Annapurna base camp trek is well known for its natural beauty. It gives great view of mountains of surrounding the region. On arrival to base camp of Annapurna, It provides amazing close up view of the mountains. It feels like it is on walking distance from the base camp. Annapurna range, Gangapurna, Annapurna South, Fishtail, Tent peak and many more peaks can be seen from here. The trail goes through dense green jungle, villages with typical local lifestyle, terraced farmland which provides different experience to tourists. On return, you can enjoy hot spring dip in Jihnu Danda which have natural healing power. 

Local people and lifestyle of people are also another part of the trip. Ethnic community of Gurung and Magar are main residents of the region. They have separate language, culture, tradition, foods, outfits which might be interesting to foreigners. There is amuseum in Gandruk which gives sneak peek in the lives of these communities. 

This trekking route is a part of network of trekking routes in the region. It can be further extended by adding more destinations. Most common is adding Ghorepani Poonhill  to the trip

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Itinerary are in standard format. It is highly customizable with the need of clients. Please fell free to contact us for the customization.

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport and Transfer to Hotel (1400m).

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Arrival in Kathmandu and pick up and transfer to hotel by office representative. Hang around Thamel on availability of time. Acquire and prepare necessary gear for the trip. Short briefing in evening with welcome dinner.

Meals: Welcome dinner Accommodation: Hotel
Day 02

Fly to Pokhara .(25mins). Drive to Nayapul and trek to Ghandruk (1940 m) 1.5 hours drive and4 hours walk.

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After early breakfast we take a flight to Pokhara. A city of seven lakes and and Annapaurna range. Then we will drive to Nayapul and start our trekking. We will start our trail on bank of Modi River till we reach Syauali Bazaar. The trail climbs up through terraced farmland and jungle on cliff. There are few houses in the trail. These days road access available too till Ghandruk directly. But it is off road and ride is bumpy. Reach  Ghandruk, one can explore village. This village is  typical lifestyle of local people Gurung caste. There is also small old museum preserving of  the culture and lifestyle of local Gurung caste community. This village also provide great view of surrounding mountains. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 03

Gandruk to Chomrong (2,177 m) 6-7 hours.

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We will head to Kimrung Danda after breakfast. The trail goes through flat farmland crossing small streams in the path till Kimrung Dada. We will head down to Kimrung Khola (river) for lunch. After lunch, its uphill climb to Chomrong. Chomrong is a large village in the area. There are several lodges and tea house. Reach Chomrong , rest and overnight .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 04

Chomrong to Himalaya (2,890 m) 6-7 hours.

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The trail follows bank of river Modi till Base Camp. After crossing Chomrong River, its uphill climb. The trail goes through Sinuwa village and enter dense jungle. It goes through path on cliffs and cross several waterfall stream. Himalaya is a small settlement with few tea house on foot of cliff. Reach by 7 hours rest and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 05

Himalaya to MBC (3,700 m) 5-6 hours.

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It will be slow ascend to MBC (Macchapuchhare Base Camp). The terrain start to become rugged and rocky from here. Vegetation line starts to shrink. Bush and shrubs are seen covering the ground. Mountains appear really close from MBC.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 06

MBC to ABC (4,130 m) and return to Bamboo (2,890 m) 5-6 hours.

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We will head to ABC (Annapurna Base Camp) early morning to catch sunrise. Its about 2 hours trail. We reach the elevation of 4130 meter . The view is amazing in sunrise in mountains. The 360 degree panoramic view of Mt. Annapurna massif , Annapurna South ,Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho, Pisang , Punga danda etc. After spending few hours, we will trace back the same route to Bamboo. Rest and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahosue
Day 07

Bamboo to Jhinu Danda 6 hours.

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We will trace back the same route to Chomrong and descend to Jindu Danda from there. There is hot spring in Jhinu. It is believed to have healing quality for joint and skin problems.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 08

Jhinu Danda to Nayapul 3-4 hours and drive back to Pokhara 1.5 hour drive.

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We will descend down to Nayapul. The trail goes through villages and  terraced farmland. We will reach to Nayapul touched with highway . Drive back to Pokhara. Rest completely and overnight. 

Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel
Day 09

Fly / Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. 30 minutes

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Fly back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our office representative will transfer you to hotel . rest . enjoy and we can enjoy our day in Kathmandu. In The evening to celebrate our successful journey, we will have a farewell dinner with Traditional Nepali Cuisine

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Hotel
Day 10

Transfer to International Airport for final departure.

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Journey with us end here. Office representative will take you to International airport for final departure as per schedule requirement. 

Meals: Breakfast

Sherpa Khangri Outdoor takes care of members from the moment they come to Kathmandu. If extra services and  amenities required, please lets us know about it. 

Cost Includes
  • Pickups & Drop according to itinerary.
  • All necessary paper work including trekking permit and others.
  • Welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
  • Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara on sharing basis on BB plan.
  • Transportation means (flight or vehicle) from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to  Kathmandu.
  • All the ground transportation as per the itinerary
  • Trekking guide.
  • Porter services .
  • Staffs Insurance 
  • Staffs  salary , meals and accommodation.
  • All meals during trek.
  • Medical kit.
  • Travel and rescue arrangements.
  • Company services and all required government taxes/royalties.
Cost Exculdes
  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu. and Pokhara
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, heater, internet wifi etc.).
  • Personal trekking equipment.
  • Personal guide if requested.
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended.
  • Tips for guides and porters.

Our Fixed Departures is on below dates. for any customization and date of your interest , please feel free to contact us.

Start Date
End Date
Price Per Person
March 15, 2024
April 1, 2024
April 1, 2024
April 15, 2024
April 15, 2024
May 1, 2024
May 1, 2024
May 15, 2024
  • ACTIVITY

    Trekking

  • DURATION

    10 Days

  • GRADE

    Medium

  • HIGHEST ALTITUDE

    4,130 m

  • TRIP TYPE

    KTM- 4*Hotel Trek period: Teahouse

  • BEST SEASON

    Autumn (Sept to Nov) and Spring (March to May)

  • PRICE

    USD 965 [2 pax+]