Annapurna Base Camp Trek (12 days)
Annapurna Region

Annapurna Base Camp Trek (12 days)

Trek through lush rhododendron forests, terraced villages, and dramatic river valleys into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary. Over 12 days, reach the base of the majestic Annapurna massif, surrounded by towering peaks including Machapuchare and Hiunchuli.

Duration
12 Days
Trip Difficulty
Moderate
Activities
Trekking
Accommodation
Tea house /Guest house
Meals
Breakfast ,lunch and dinner
Max Elevation
4,130 meters (13,550 feet)
Group Size
2-20
Best Time
Autumn (September to November) and spring (March to May)
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Overview

The supernatural course of the 12-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek rewards epic touring of social and environmental diverse variety. Try not to pass up on the incredible opportunity to experience life at the foot of the world's tenth-highest mountain, Annapurna. Annapurna Base Camp trek cost is moderate for each wallet size. A magnificent sight of brilliant beams crawling down the snow goliaths of Annapurna is amazing. Wander through lush forests and snow-dusted meadows, cross swaying suspension bridges, pass terraced fields, and climb the winding slopes. Pass cascades, moraines, icy masses and rock-filled territory before the trail ascends to Annapurna Base Camp at 4130m/13549ft elevation.

Machhapuchre (Fishtail) Base Camp welcomes you preceding Annapurna Base Camp. Following a day of touring of social and religious world legacies and locales around the capital city Kathmandu, there is a short mountain trip to Pokhara, a lake city northwest of Kathmandu. The foot trail starts energetically through sub-tropical woods of bamboo, Rhododendrons, and oaks; a habitat to 1,226 blossoming plant species, 102 well-evolved creatures, 474 winged animals, 33 reptiles and 22 creatures of land and water. Modi Khola streams with holy water from Annapurna to the Ganges, continuing within most of the trail. Enjoy the stupendous perspective on Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna and Fishtail along with the trail's rise. Conventional towns with stone record top of Ghandruk, Chhomrong, and Landruk welcome energetically. Underground aquifer shower in Jhinu Danda fixes sore muscles. These towns are living social-historical centers showing the most genuine Nepalese neighborliness. Agreeable, grinning local people up and down the most cherished course always remember to welcome you with a warm "Namaste."

ABC trek is ideal to be finished during Autumn (Sept-Nov), Spring (March-May) and late-fall of December. Harvest time has a quiet distinctive sky with moderate temperature and some of the most noteworthy Hindu celebrations. Spring has a puzzling Rhododendron bloom. Trekking during winter compensates a group-free vibe; however, set yourself up with appropriate bundling and extraordinary well-being condition. It is conceivable to achieve with sensible wellness; the Annapurna Base Camp trek's difficulty is to think about as a moderate or genuinely strenuous experience.

Highlights of the trek

  • Stunning views of Mt.Annapurna, Mt.Machhapuchhre & Hiunchuli
  • Reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m
  • Walk through lush forests, waterfalls & mountain Magar and Gurung villages
  • Experience authentic Gurung culture and local hospitality
  • Relax at the Jhinu Danda hot springs
  • Enjoy beautiful sunrises and Himalayan landscapes
  • A perfect mix of nature, culture and adventure with Pure Sherpa Adventure team.
  • The supernatural course of 12 days Annapurna Base Camp
  • Trek rewards epic touring of social and environmental decent variety.

Your 12-day itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m/4,265 ft)
Day 2 Roaming around Kathmandu valley seeing the sights and trek preparation day
Day 3 Kathmandu(1,300m/4,265ft) – Pokhara (820/2,690ft ( By Bus, Private Vehicle )
Day 4 Travel from Pokhara(820m/2,690ft) to Ghandruk (1,940 m/6,364 ft) ( By Jeep and Private Vehicle )
Day 5 Trek from Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft) to Chhomrong (2,170m/7,120 ft)
Day 6 Hike from Chhomrong(2,170m/7,120ft) to Himalaya Hotel (2,900m/9,514ft
Day 7 Trek from Himalaya Hotel(2,900m/9,514ft) to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550ft)
Day 8 Trek from Annapurna Base Camp(4,130m/13,550ft) to Sinuwa (2,360m/7,742 ft)
Day 9 Trek from Sinuwa(2,360m/7,742ft) to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m/5,840 ft) – Landruk (1,565 m/5,135ft)
Day 10 Trek from Landruk(1,565m/5,135ft) to Pokhara (820 m/2,690ft) ( By Jeep, Private Vehicle )
Day 11 Flight to Kathmandu
Day 12 Final flight back to your beautiful country

Detailed Itinerary

Max. Altitude: 1,324 to 1,400 me (4,344 to 4,600 ft)
Trekking Distance: 2km
Duration: 30 min
Overnight: Hotel in kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast and Bed

Arrival in kathmandu nepal and our Pure Sherpa representative will welcome you at Kathmandu airport and transfer to your hotel the rest of time, you will investigate this captivating Kathmandu city at evening our guide will visit you to concise direction about the trek. You can do the shopping and purchase your vital trekking riggings close to the city. Finally, you will meet with the gathering for an appreciated supper at a neighborhood café.

Max. Altitude: 1,324 to 1,400 me (4,344 to 4,600 ft)
Duration: 4-5 Hours
Overnight: Hotel in kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast and Bed

Roaming around Kathmandu valley seeing the sights and trek arrangement ( By Taxi or Private Vehicle ) After a wonderful breakfast, you continue to investigate the social and political center point of Nepal, Kathmandu valley. Starting from Patan Durbar Square-City of expressive arts to the Kathmandu Durbar square in the first part of the da. You visit the Shhikhara Style Krishna Mandir, Kumbheshwor Temple, Golden Temple Living Goddess Kumari and world’s biggest magnificent Boudhanath stupa then to the Swoyambhunath stupa-one of the most established religious site on peak additionally allude to as Monkey temple. You get the holiest social vibes all around the clamoring city that makes you feel inebriated with its appeal.

Max. Altitude: 822 meters (2,697 feet)
Duration: 5- 6 Hours
Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, we drive to Pokhara, a scenic journey of around 6 hours through green hills, rivers, terraced fields, and traditional villages. Upon arrival, we check into the hotel and have some time to relax.In the evening, we explore the vibrant Lakeside area and enjoy a peaceful walk beside Phewa Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail). We then enjoy dinner at a lakeside restaurant, followed by a short briefing about the next day’s activities and preparations.

Max. Altitude: 1,940 meters (6,365 feet)
Duration: 5-6 hours
Overnight: Tea House/ Guest House
Meals: Brekfast Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, drive along the crisscross course to Nayapul and close by town Birethanti at the intersection of the Modi and Bhurungdi Khola (streams). Check-in your trekking licenses (ACAP and TIMs) and keep passing upstream through the terraced paddy fields coming to Syauli Bazaar. The further street rise hypnotizes with mountain perspectives on Machhapuchhare (Fishtail), Hiunchuli and Annapurna South. You will land at Gurung Village just before lunch. After Lunch, an intriguing town visit will be taken and share mountain town culture, custom, way of life and exhibition hall.

Max. Altitude: 2,170 meters (7,120 feet)
Trekking Distance: Approx. 10 km
Duration: 6-7 Hours
Overnight: Tea House/ Guest House at Chhomrong
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, we follow the trail toward the pasturelands, crossing a suspension bridge before gradually ascending through lush subtropical forests of rhododendron, oak, and other native vegetation. As we climb higher, the first spectacular views of the Annapurna range begin to appear. The trail then follows a series of stone steps leading to Chhomrong (2,170 m), a beautiful Gurung village and the gateway to the Annapurna haven.

Max. Altitude: (2,900m/9,514ft
Trekking Distance: Approx. 10–11 km
Duration: 6-7 Hours
Overnight: Tea House/ Guest House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

The trail heads down the Chhomrong Khola passing the stone staircases. Cross the waterway by means of a metal suspension connect and rise higher to the little town of Tilche. Keep moving through flimsy woods and fields to Sinuwa. The trail heads to the Annapurna Sanctuary Area and upper Modhi Khola’s thunder can be heard plainly as you stroll through thick timberland of bamboo, plants, Rhododendron, and oaks. Continue to Dhobhan through a thick woods and Himalaya Hotel anticipates you for the night remain.

Max. Altitude: (4,130 m/13,550ft)
Trekking Distance: Approx. 10 km
Duration: 6–7 hours
Overnight: Tea House/ Guest House at Annapurna Base Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast From Himalaya Hotel (2,900 m/9,514 ft), the trail gradually climbs through rugged alpine terrain toward Hinku Cave, a large overhanging rock. We continue past rocky sections, small streams, and waterfalls before reaching Deurali (3,230 m/10,598 ft).

From Deurali, the landscape becomes more dramatic as we follow the Modi Khola valley toward Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m). The trail offers spectacular views of Machhapuchhre and surrounding peaks. After a steady walk through the alpine landscape, we continue toward Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft), surrounded by the magnificent Annapurna range.

Resume the trek from Himalaya by climbing relentlessly to Hinku Cave; an overhanging rock. Dive lower to cross the snow patches and a stream before the conclusive move to Deorali (3,230m/10,598ft). The trail has snow-capped vegetation and enormous rocks in transit make stepping stool steps. Modi Khola continues prodding you as Machhapuchre Base Camp approaches. The lush elevated trail is increasingly lovely with little cascade from rough mountains. Proceed with a moderate stroll for two hours to the base of grand Annapurna.

Max. Altitude: 2,360m/7,742 ft)
Trekking Distance: Approx. 18 km
Duration: 7–8 hours
Overnight: Tea House/ Guest House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, we leave Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/13,550 ft) and retrace our trail through the stunning Annapurna Sanctuary. The route descends past Machhapuchhre Base Camp, Deurali, Himalaya, and Bamboo, following the Modi Khola valley through beautiful forests and waterfalls. Welcome the extraordinary morning ahead of schedule with a magnificent sight of brilliant beams crawling down the snow monsters. Catch the amazing situation of standing in front of the world’s tenth most astounding mountain and it long goes with encompassing pinnacles enveloping Hiunchuli, Mt.Machhapuchhre, Mt.Gangapurna. After warm breakfast, follow back to Sinuwa through the snow-capped meadow and stones landscape.

Max. Altitude: 1,565 m/5,135ft)
Trekking Distance: Approx. 12–14 km
Duration: 5–6 hours
Overnight: Tea House/ Guest House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, plummet to Chhomrong Khola and move to Chhomrong town. Your trail drops down to Jhinu Danda for Lunch watching the lovely woods and Modhi Khola. Appreciate hot shower by the waterway bank beneath the town. Cross new extension to reach Gurung town of Landruk through soak stone advances.

Trekking Distance: 55–60 km by road
Duration: Approx. 3–4 hours
Overnight: Hotel In Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

The simpler trail through the slight woods prompts Tolka, rise steeply to Deorali. The town over the highest point of edge offers Himalayan perspectives on the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri. The beautiful perspective on Phewa lake and Pokhara city underneath it merit catching in your cameras. The sloppy trail invites as you head to Pothana through timberland and drop down to the town of Dhampus. Further, a short stroll to Phedi and drive to Pokhara. Move to your inn and free evening

Max. Altitude: 1,400 meters (4,593 feet)
Duration: 25 min
Overnight: Hotel in kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast and Bed

After breakfast, we transfer to Pokhara Airport for a scenic flight to Kathmandu. The flight takes approximately 25–30 minutes, offering beautiful views of the Himalayan foothills and mountains on a clear day.

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we transfer to the hotel and have the rest of the day to relax, explore, or do some last-minute shopping.

Meals: breakfast

After breakfast at 12 PM, we will check out of the lodging and head to the international airport. Alternatively, we can include other excursion activities before departing.

Route Map

Route map for Annapurna Base Camp Trek (12 days)

What's included

Accommodation
Two nights’ accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu (room with attached bathroom)
Accommodation during the trek
Meals & Dining
All meals during the trek (breakfasts, lunches, and dinners)
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at the end of the trek
Guides & Porters
Government-licensed trekking guide
Porters for trekkers’ luggage (1 porter for every 2 trekkers)
Guide and porter expenses including meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and necessary equipment
Permits, Fees & Taxes
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card fee
All government and local taxes
Safety & Emergency Support
Rescue operation arrangements in case of complicated health conditions (costs covered by the traveler’s insurance)

What's not included

International Travel & Visa
International flight costs
On-arrival visa fees at Tribhuvan International Airport (15 days: USD 25–30)
Insurance
Travel insurance
Extra Accommodation & Meals
Extra nights’ accommodation and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara due to early arrival, late departure, or early return from the trek
Personal Expenses
Shopping and personal purchases
Snacks, alcoholic drinks, hot (tea/coffee) and cold drinks
Bottled or boiled water
Shower, Wi-Fi, laundry, telephone calls
Battery recharge fees
Extra porters
Personal Gear & Clothing
Personal clothing and trekking gear
Tips & Gratuities
Tips for guide and porters
Unforeseen & Force Majeure Costs
Additional expenses due to circumstances beyond company control

Booking, Payment & Cancellation

Booking with us is direct, there's no third-party platform in between. Message us on WhatsApp or email with your preferred dates and group size, and we'll confirm availability and answer any questions within a few hours. Once you're ready, a 20% deposit secures your spot, and your permits, guide, and accommodation are arranged around your chosen dates. The remaining balance is paid on arrival in Kathmandu, in cash or by card.

We know many trekkers are used to booking through large platforms with fixed calendars. We work differently on purpose. Every trek is planned around your dates, not the other way around, and you're speaking directly with the people running the trip, not a call center.

If your plans change, cancellations made more than 20 days before departure receive a partial refund, and we'll always work with you on rescheduling wherever possible. Full details of our refund policy are available on our Cancellation & Refund Policy page.

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