Annapurna Base Camp Trek
A two week adventure on a circular route to the famous Annapurna base camp
One of the most popular destinations in Nepal for outdoor adventure enthusiasts, the trek to Annapurna Base Camp is truly magnificent. The trek consists of two weeks exploring the Himalayas and the opportunity to reach the southern face of Annapurna I peak.
The route is circular and connects Annapurna Base Camp and Poon Hill. The altitude gain is subtle on this trek and so it is relatively easy, even without prior experience.
Reaching the amphitheater created by the Annapurna Himalayan range, called the Annapurna sanctuary, and seeing this in person is absolutely mind blowing. Something you will not soon forget!
Please Note: This is a teahouse trek. Teahouses are Nepalese mountain lodges that provide basic dorm-like rooms and communal eating spaces.
Summary
DURATION
14 days
LOCATION
Nepal
START & ENDS
Kathmandu, Kathmandu
DIFFICULTY
Easy Moderate Challenge Hard
Highlights
Itinerary
FOOD
Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Travelling in a bus 8 hours
ELEVATION GAIN
Kathmandu (1,310m) to Pokhara (820m)

We have breakfast at our hotel and catch a bus to Pokhara. The drive takes us through the towering Himalayan hillsides and past thundering rivers.
In the evening, we can visit the beautiful lakeside area if time permits.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Drive 1 hour, Hiking 3 - 4 hours
ELEVATION
Pokhara (820m) to Nayapul (1,070m) to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)

We begin our day with a drive to Nayapul. This is the starting and ending point of the trek. The drive is scenic with beautiful views of the Annapurna and Lamjung Himalayan ranges.
Our trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga is uphill most of the way and we pass through many small villages along the way.
Once we reach Tikhedhunga, we have the evening to rest and relax.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 5 - 6 hours
ELEVATION
Tikhedhunga (1,540m) to Ghorepani (2,860m)

We begin our trail by crossing Bhurundi Khola stream before ascending a steep climb to reach the top of Ulleri village.
From here we follow a gentle ascent through beautiful Rhododendron and Oak forests. We will stop in Nangethanti for lunch which is located in the middle of the forests.
One of the main attractions of our trek is Ghorepani, a beautiful village with panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan ranges.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Ghorepani (2,860m) to Poon Hill (3,210m) to Tadapani (2,590m)

We have an early start today as we climb to Poon Hill before sunrise. Witnessing the golden rays over the Himalayas is breathtaking.
Poon Hill is a stunning viewpoint where more than 300 trekkers visit every day during the main season. From here you can enjoy close views of numerous famous peaks!
Upon returning to Ghorepani village, we grab a nice warm breakfast and then start our trek to Tadapani. You'll get to experience some of the best views of the Himalayas throughout the walk.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 5 - 6 hours
ELEVATION
Tadapani (2,590m) to Chhomrong (2,170m)

We will have breakfast before we start our journey to Chhomrong. The trail descends until we cross Kimrong Khola.
After crossing this small stream we continue along the gentle trail. It's mostly flat and easy walking.
Chhomrong is known as the gateway to Annapurna Base Camp. It’s a large Gurkha village with majestic views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Here, we spend the night.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 5 - 6 hours
ELEVATION
Chhomrong (2,170m) to Dovan (2,510m)

Enjoy the morning views of majestic Himalayan peaks before we start our trek. Today we make our way to Dovan and the trail starts with a steep decline to Chhomrong Khola, followed by another steep decline to Sunywa village.
The trail then becomes more gentle towards the top of Dovan where it begins to descend again into the village. It's a lot of walking up and down today but the impressive views are enough to keep you going.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Dovan (2,510m) to Deurali (3,230m)

Today we have a short trek from Dovan to Deurali. The route is beautiful as we make our way through forests filled with bamboo and rhododendron.
As we get higher, the views of the surrounding peaks become more and more impressive.
We climb to the Himalayan hotel where lunch awaits and then continue for a few more hours to reach Deurali for our overnight stay. Along the way we trek between Annapurna South and Fish Tail peak which is the highlight of the day.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Deurali (3,230m) to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)

We pass through beautiful high alpine forests and experience beautiful views of the Himalayas snowy peaks.
We will first reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) were we stop for a quick lunch before continuing on to Annapurna Base Camp.
Once reaching the camp you will be mesmorized by it's location and the incredible views. We have the privilege to stay at Annapurna Base Camp for the night surrounded by snow-capped peaks!
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 6 - 7 hours
ELEVATION
Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) to Bamboo (2,340m)

We get up early this morning to enjoy the stunning sunrise from the base camp. Then we grab our breakfast and start our journey back.
We will follow the same way that we used to ascend. It’s going to be an easy and beautiful day with memorable views of the Himalayas.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouse Lodge
ACTIVITY
Hiking 5 - 6 hours, visit hot springs in the village
ELEVATION
Bamboo (2,340m) to Jhinu (1,780m)

From Bamboo we start our trek after a short climb to reach Khuldi Ghar. The trail begins to slowly drop down in to Sinuwa.
We then descend further to where we cross Chhomrong Khola, and then continue uphill to reach Chhomrong village.
The last stretch is a steep descent to Jhinu. In the village of Jhinu, there are natural hot springs which are a welcomed prize after a long few days of trekking.
FOOD
Breakfast, Lunch
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Hiking 4 - 5 hours, drive 2 hours
ELEVATION
Jhinu (1,780m) to Pokhara (820m)

The trail from Jhinu to Siwai is mostly flat and makes for an easy last trekking day.
From Siwai, we will take public transport to Nayapul and then take private transport to Pokhara.
This is the easiest of all the days on the ABC trek. Take in the scenery and enjoy these last moments on your adventure.
Spend the evening in Lakeside and celebrate the end of a successful trek!
FOOD
Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Drive 8 hours
ELEVATION
Pokhara (820m) to Kathmandu (1,310m)

We follow the highway through beautiful rivers, hills and small Nepalese settlements as we make our way to Kathmandu.
From the tourist bus park you will be transferred to the hotel and have the evening to explore the town.
FOOD
Breakfast
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
ACTIVITY
Airport transfer (30 minutes)
ELEVATION
Kathmandu (1,310m)
We drive you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your flight time. It’s time to say goodbye until we meet again!
Dates & Prices
Below are our open group dates for the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Single supplements apply.
Please note: June, July and August are the monsoon. We don't operate treks during this period.
If the dates below don't suit, please get in touch as we can open a new group on any day as long as you have at least 2 people in your party.
What's Included
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Packing List
Clothing
- 5-6 x hiking shirt + 3-4 x long-sleeve hiking shirt
- 3 x hiking shorts and 4 x hiking trousers
- Mid-weight fleece jacket
- Hard shell rain jacket
- Warm insulating down or synthetic jacket / gilet (Down jacket available for free rental)
- Light, but warm gloves
Headwear
- Sun hat + Sunglasses
- Beanie for the nights
- Neck warmer
Footwear
- Mid-weight hiking boots / hiking trainers
- 6-7 x hiking socks
- Trainers for teahouses
Bags
- 20-25L daypack
- 80L Duffel Bag (available for free rental)
- Plastic bags to protect sleeping bag and other gear from rain
Other Essentials
- Four season sleeping bag (available for free rental)
- Hiking Poles
- Headlamp and spare batteries
- Snacks
- Water bottle / hydration bladder
- Water treatment tablets
- Camera
- Sun cream
Rental Gear
There are a number of good rental gear shops in Thamel, Kathmandu where one can rent / buy most items listed above. Sleeping bags, a down jacket and a duffel are all included as free rentals.
Accommodation
Hotel (Kathmandu and Pokhara)
In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will stay in 3-star hotel accommodation with complimentary breakfast.

Teahouse Accommodation
The teahouse lodges on the trek are basic. Most teahouses will have shared bathroom / toilet facilities.

Reviews
We loved it!
I went with my family to visit Everest basecamp. I cannot thank Himalaya Leisure enough for this! Truly something you have to experience for yourself!
Breathtaking Experience!
Every person on the planet has to experience this for themselves, It’s honestly one of the most breath taking experiences you will ever have. I honestly trekked many places but this was among my top 20 treks. I highly recommend them! You can also check out my blog at: https://outsideorigin.com
Pretty good
I loved it, really cool experience
Best Adventure Yet
Thanks Mountain IQ and Altezza for arranging our climb. It is by far the best adventure holiday I have ever experienced, the toughest too! Our guides and the entire support were truly amazing – I don’t think I would have made it without their support and encouragement! Thanks again!
Tip top trekking experience
Visiting the Annapurna Sanctuary has been one of the highlights of my life. I was very nervous joining this trek as I was a solo female and had never trekked at altitude. The team at Mountain IQ were fantastic at answering all my questions and putting my concerns to rest. Once in Nepal, Upendra and the Himalayan Leisure team were just amazing. Our guide, Dorchi, was an absolute hoot and very caring. The whole experience from beginning to end was awesome. Thanks again!
Simply magnificent!
We joined this trek with short notice. Upendra was very responsive and accommodating to our needs. The tour from pick up to drop off was professional and fun. Would highly recommend joining this tour!
An once in a lifetime experience!
This was by far the most amazing adventure we’ve ever had. We can’t thank the team at Himalayan Leisure and at Mountain IQ enough for arranging such an incredible trek for myself and my girlfriend. From the very get go, the support from Mountain IQ and Upendra was top notch. All our questions were answered quickly and in detail. Once we arrived in Kathmandu we were warmly welcomed. The pre-trek briefing was excellent and we immediately liked our guide Dawa, and felt confident putting our safety in his hands. The trek itself is truly amazing – the views throughout were spectacular. The high pass was a big challenge but the whole group managed it without too much strain. We can’t wait to return to Nepal to complete the EBC trek via Gokyo and will definitely be going with HL again!
Epic experience with Dawa and his team
Just a quick note to say thank you to Himalayan Leisure for an amazing trekking experience to EBC. We felt well looked after throughout and really enjoyed the company of our guide Dawa. I highly recommend booking this adventure!
A superb trekking experience
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Himalayan Leisure on this trek in the Langtang region. The Langtang is a lot quieter than the popular trails to Everest. If you are looking to get off the beaten path then I highly recommend this trek and HL!
Superb Tour!
This tour company is excellent. From the time they met us at Cusco airport, their interaction with us was first class. They were able to accommodate the tour changes we requested. Our guide, Percy, was excellent, very knowledgeable and took the time to explain and answer questions. I highly recommend Inkayni. I would advise anyone who wants to see Cusco and Choquequirao to select this tour company.
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LOCAL TOUR OPERATOR
HIMALAYAN LEISURE INC.

This tour is operated by Himalayan Leisure Inc, a fantastic local Nepalese trek operator based in Kathmandu. The company is led by Upendra, a warm and welcoming person who you will love the moment you meet him. Over the past decade Upendra has built Himalayan Leisure into a premier local trek operator with a reputation for safety, quality and fun. We're confident you will have an amazing experience with Upendra and his team.