An incredible hike with an amazing group of people. Badri managed to get us in and out of Lukla on days when we thought flights may not be possible and he tried his very best to accommodate the needs of the group. The team of porters supporting Karen Darke were out of this world and did an incredible job, with big smiles. Wonderful people. The trek itself was incredible and we had fantastic weather during the whole trip. Although the ‘B Team’ snail ed it, we had an excellent adventure thanks to Badri and his very supportive team.
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Travel Nepal Himalayas Treks: A Spectacular 11-Day Journey
This short Trek offers a comprehensive exploration of the most striking region in the 50 km Annapurna Range. It is
designed to assist acclimatisation with reasonable daily altitude increases. After an exploration day in Kathmandu, fly along the Himalayan Range to the lake city of Pokhara beneath the
Annapurnas. Spend an afternoon exploring the city and walking along the lake shore. A short drive leads to the start of the trek at Nayapul. The trail, through oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests, gradually ascends the glacial Modi Khola Valley which carries melt water from the ring of peaks above. Friendly villages on terraced slopes high above the river will welcome you.
The climax is reached in the spectacular Annapurna Sanctuary amphitheatre where the Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail) BC, is followed by the Annapurna BC (4 130m/13 550ft). Here you are surrounded by an immense wall of rock and ice rising 4 000m/13 100ft above the hotels on the glacial moraine. The scene at sunrise is breathtaking. The downward journey requires only 3 nights. Then a short trek to Dhampus Phedi for the drive back to your hotel: and a relaxing afternoon in Pokhara. The drive back to Kathmandu introduces you to the scenic Middle Hill agricultural and forestry lands south of the Himalayan range.
Best Season For The Trek
A short drive leads to the start of the trek at Nayapul. The trail, through oak, rhododendron and bamboo forests, gradually ascends the glacial Modi Khola Valley which carries melt water from the ring of peaks above. Friendly villages on terraced slopes high above the river will welcome you.
Trek Difficulty
The climax is reached in the spectacular Annapurna Sanctuary amphitheatre where the Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail) BC, is followed by the Annapurna BC (4 130m/13 550ft). Here you are surrounded by an immense wall of rock and ice rising 4 000m/13 100ft above the hotels on the glacial moraine. The scene at sunrise is breathtaking.
Trip Itinerary
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival: Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (1 300m/4 260ft)
- Day 02: A Day in the City: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing OR A Day at Leisure
- Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (880m/2 900ft)
- Day 04: Pokhara – Nayapul (1 070m/3 510ft) – Ghandruk (1 940m/6 370ft),
- Day 05: Ghandruk – Bamboo (2 210m/7 250ft)
- Day 06: Bamboo (2 210m/7 250ft) – Himalayan Hotel (2 840m/9 320ft)– Deorali (3140m/10 300ft)
- Day 07: Annapurna Base Camp (4 130m/13 550ft)
- Day 08: Annapurna Base Camp – Sinuwa (2 340m/7 680ft)
- Day 09: Sinuwa – Jhinu Danda (1 750m/5 740ft) – Landruk (1 620m/5 320ft)
- Day 10: Landruk – Dhampus Phedi (1 130m/3 710ft) – Pokhara (910m/2 900ft)
- Day 11: Pokhara – Kathmandu (1 300m/4 260ft)
- Day 12: Final Departure
Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival: Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (1 300m/4 260ft)
After completing passport, immigration and visa requirements, collect your luggage and exit the building where we will meet you. (Look for our Travel Nepal Himalayas name board and your name). We will then transfer you to your hotel: afternoon free. Evening: a welcome dinner, trek description and a check on essential gear. Overnight in hotel.
Transfer: car
- Lodging: Hotel in Kathmandu
- Inclusions: welcome dinner
Day 02: A Day in the City: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing OR A Day at Leisure
Take a day tour that includes six heritage sites including Swayambhunath, the “Monkey Temple”; the historical Durbar Square with ancient temples, unique art, and the chance to see the Kumari (living goddess); Patan’s Durbar Square; the Hindu temple Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath, the world’s largest stupa. A guide, car and driver will take you to each site-entrance. The car will wait for you. (Entry tickets and lunch are not included.) OR: A day at leisure to follow your own interests. Overnight in hotel.
Transfer: car
- Lodging: Hotel in Kathmandu
- Inclusions: Breakfast
Day 03: Kathmandu – Pokhara (880m/2 900ft)
After an early breakfast we will transport you to Kathmandu’s new domestic airport, for your flight. Pokhara is built along a lake with numerous hotels, restaurants, and many 2 nd hand book stores with a wide variety of books for your pleasure. There are superb Himalayan views from Dhaulagiri in the west to Manaslu in the east. There is also a Mountain Museum that is worth a visit.
Transfer: 25 min flight
- Lodging: Hotel in Pokhara
- Inclusions: breakfast
Day 04: Pokhara – Nayapul (1 070m/3 510ft) – Ghandruk (1 940m/6 370ft),
From your hotel, we drive north through farmland and forest to the trail head at Nayapul. Trek to the prosperous riverside village of Birethanti (1 000m) at the confluence of the Bhurungdi and Modi Kholas. Then follow the Modi Khola Valley (carrying the melt waters from the Annapurna Sanctuary glaciers to the Ganges). Walk through terraced rice paddies to Sauli Bazaar (1 140m) before crossing the river and ascending; with great views of Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail), Hiunchuli and Annapurna South ahead. Staircases then bypass a landslide and continue up to the Gurung village of Ghandruk. It is worth exploring this prosperous village and visiting its museums. Overnight in Ghandruk
Transfer: 1 hr drive
Trek: 3-4 hrs
- Lodging: Stay at Lodge
- Inclusions: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 05: Ghandruk – Bamboo (2 210m/7 250ft)
The trail heads north of the village on an exposed trail past pastures to a ridge, before descending into a green valley and a suspension bridge over the Kimrong Khola (1 600m). After lunch, the trail climbs out of the valley through stands of rhododendron and oak forest, winding around the hillsides to wealthy Chhomrong: and closer peak views. A broad stone staircase drops through the village and down to cross the Chhomrong Khola (1 900m) before ascending through forest to the charming village of Sinuwa (2 340m), for lunch. Continue up through rhododendron forest into the upper Modi Khola Valley. Then descend stairs into a dense forest of bamboo: and the hamlet of Bamboo (2 310m). Overnight at Bamboo.
Trek: 5-6 hrs
- Lodging: Stay at Lodge
- Inclusions: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 06: Bamboo (2 210m/7 250ft) – Himalayan Hotel (2 840m/9 320ft)– Deorali (3140m/10 300ft)
Beyond, climb the side of the canyon, passing several avalanche chutes, through uninhabited forest to Dobhan. A further 30 min climb leads to the hamlet of Himalaya Hotel, for lunch. Continue, slowly, up and explore the cave at Hinku (3 100m) before crossing a ravine and avalanche tracks before Deorali (3 140m). Overnight in Deorali.
Trek: 5-6 hrs
- Lodging: Stay at Lodge
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 07: Annapurna Base Camp (4 130m/13 550ft)
As the altitude increases, forest gives way to alpine scrub and grasses. The valley walls steepen with the river raging far below. The geology of the canyon’s side walls is fascinating. Views into the sacred Sanctuary gradually appear as the trail heads over a ridge and rises to the Machhapuchhare Base Camp Hotel (3 700m), for lunch. Another ~2 hours slow walk-up grassy slopes leads to the ABC hotels on the Annapurna South glacial moraine: some 4 000m/13 100ft beneath the peaks that crown the surrounding ice walls. Overnight in Base Camp.
Trek: 5-6 hrs
- Lodging: Stay at Lodge
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 08: Annapurna Base Camp – Sinuwa (2 340m/7 680ft)
Before dawn walk to the rim of the glacier for unforgettable views. The ring of peaks, clockwise from Hiunchuli (behind), include Annapurna South, the vast ice wall topped by Annapurna I (8 097m/26 566ft) and Khangsar Kang, to Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare. Listen to the glacier grinding below you, in its U-shaped valley. After breakfast, retrace your steps down to Sinuwa for a more comfortable night. Overnight in Sinuwa.
Trek: 6-7 hrs
- Lodging: Stay at Lodge
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 09: Sinuwa – Jhinu Danda (1 750m/5 740ft) – Landruk (1 620m/5 320ft)
Descend to the Chhomrong Khola before climbing the stairs back to Chhomrong. Continue to the hamlet of Taglung then drop steeply on a side path to Jhinu Danda for lunch and a possible dip in the hot springs at the river below the village. Descend to cross the Modi Khola at New Bridge and climb steeply to Landruk, with good views behind you. Overnight in Landruk.
Trek: 6-7 hrs
- Lodging: Stay at Lodge
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Landruk – Dhampus Phedi (1 130m/3 710ft) – Pokhara (910m/2 900ft)
The trail passes through scattered trees and bushes to the village of Tolka (1 790m). A steep and attractive two hour ascent then leads to Deorali (2 100m). This bustling hilltop village looks back towards the high peaks with an extended view of the Annapurnas from Dhaulagiri I (8 167m/26 796ft, highest peak in western Nepal) across to its right flank. It also offers scintillating views over the Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake to the south. The trail then descends along a red-earth path (that is lethal when wet) to Pothana (1 990m) and on to the large village of Dhampus (1 700m). A further short downward walk leads to Dhampus Phedi (1 130m) and the Pokhara- Baglung Highway: for the drive to Pokhara and your hotel. Consider a visit to the Mountain Museum. Overnight in Pokhara.
Transfer: 25 min drive
Trek: 5-6 hrs
- Lodging: Hotel in Pokhara
- Inclusions: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11: Pokhara – Kathmandu (1 300m/4 260ft)
After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu fascinating glimpses of rural Nepal as you pass through Middle Hill scenery and along major rivers such as the Trisuli Nadi, which rises in Tibet north east of Kathmandu. The route passes through the lower Gorkha region (beneath Manaslu), south of the epicentre of the first of the 2015 earthquakes. Overnight at your lodge in Kathmandu. Evening, farewell dinner.
Transfer: 25 min flight
- Lodging: Hotel in Kathmandu
- Inclusions: breakfast, lunch, farewell dinner
Day 12: Final Departure
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight to your next destination.
Transfer: car
- Inclusions: breakfast
Cost Details
What’s Included
- Transfers: All airport and hotel transfers via private vehicle.
- Accommodation: 3 nights in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara (3-star hotels); cozy tea houses during the trek.
- Transport: Tourist bus to Pokhara and a return domestic flight to Kathmandu.
- Meals: Daily breakfast in cities; Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner during the trek.
- Staff: Government-licensed English-speaking guide and experienced porters.
- Permits: All Annapurna (ACAP) and TIMS permits included.
What’s Excluded
- International airfare and Nepal Visa fees.
- Travel insurance (mandatory for trekking).
- Personal expenses (Wi-Fi, battery charging, hot showers, laundry).
- Tips for guides and porters.
FAQ
1. Where is Annapurna Base Camp?
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) is located in Nepal within the Annapurna Conservation Area. It sits at an altitude of 4,130 meters (13,550 feet) and offers stunning views of Annapurna I (8,091m), Machapuchare (6,993m), and other Himalayan peaks.
2. How long is the Annapurna Base Camp trek?
The trek typically takes 6 to 12 days, depending on the starting point, pace, and itinerary. Most trekkers complete it in 7 to 9 days.
3. What is the best time to do the ABC trek?
The best seasons are:
- ✅ Spring (March–May): Clear skies, blooming rhododendrons, and pleasant temperatures.
- ✅ Autumn (September–November): Best weather, clear views, and stable conditions.
You can also trek in winter (December–February), but it can be extremely cold. Monsoon (June–August) brings heavy rain, landslides, and leeches.
4. How difficult is the Annapurna Base Camp trek?
It is a moderate trek. While no technical climbing is required, it involves:
- Daily walks of 5–7 hours
- Steep ascents and descents
- High altitude (4,130m max)
- Good fitness and some trekking experience are recommended.
5. Do I need a permit for the trek?
Yes. You need:
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) – NPR 3,000 (~$25)
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Card – NPR 2,000 (~$15)
Permits can be obtained in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
6. What is the typical trekking route?
A common itinerary:
Day 1: Drive to Nayapul & trek to Tikhedhunga / Ulleri
Day 2: Trek to Ghorepani
Day 3: Hike to Poon Hill for sunrise, then trek to Tadapani
Day 4: Trek to Chhomrong
Day 5: Trek to Himalaya / Deurali
Day 6: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)
Day 7: Descend to Bamboo
Day 8: Trek to Jhinu Danda (hot springs)
Day 9: Trek to Siwai & drive to Pokhara
7. What kind of accommodation is available?
Tea houses (lodges) provide basic facilities:
🏡 Rooms – Twin-sharing, basic beds, blankets
🔥 Dining area – Communal, heated in some places
🍽️ Food – Dal Bhat, noodles, soups, momos, pasta, tea, and coffee
8. How much does the trek cost?
Approximate budget:
💲 Budget trek: $300–$500 (independent trekker)
💲 Guided trek: $600–$1,200 (includes guide, porter, permits, accommodation, and food)
Daily expenses:
Accommodation: $5–$15 per night
Food: $5–$10 per meal
Water: $1–$3 per liter (bring a water purifier to save money)
9. Do I need a guide and porter?
🔹 Guide (optional but recommended): Costs $25–$40 per day
🔹 Porter (optional): Costs $15–$25 per day (carries up to 20kg)
While ABC can be done solo, a guide helps with navigation, safety, and local insights.
10. What should I pack?
🧥 Clothing: Base layers, fleece, down jacket, waterproof jacket, trekking pants
🥾 Footwear: Sturdy trekking boots, warm socks, sandals for tea houses
🎒 Gear: Backpack (40-50L), trekking poles, sleeping bag (-10°C rated)
🧴 Essentials: Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, gloves, headlamp, first aid kit
💧 Water: Water bottle + purification tablets or a filter
11. Is altitude sickness a risk?
Yes, as ABC is above 4,000m. Symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness. To prevent it:
Acclimatize properly
Stay hydrated
Ascend gradually
Avoid alcohol
12. Is there WiFi and electricity on the trek?
📶 WiFi – Available in most tea houses (costs $2–$5 per use)
🔋 Electricity – Charging available ($2–$5 per charge)
13. Can I do the trek solo?
Yes, the trail is well-marked, and many solo trekkers do it. However, hiring a guide enhances safety and experience.
14. Are there ATMs on the trek?
No ATMs beyond Pokhara, so withdraw cash before starting the trek.
15. What makes ABC trek special?
🏔️ Stunning close-up views of Annapurna, Machapuchare, and Hiunchuli
🏡 Cultural experience in Gurung and Magar villages
🌿 Trekking through lush forests, waterfalls, and high-altitude landscapes
Would you like a detailed packing list or custom itinerary? 🚶♂️⛰️
Cost & Date
| Departure Date | Duration | Availability | Cost | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2026 | 12 Days | Available | USD 10 Days | Book Now |
| 20/03/2026 | 12 Days | Available | USD 10 Days | Book Now |
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Vicky S
Date of experience: March 2025
Clare B
Date of experience: March 2025
An amazing experience – went trekking with 14 others in March / April 2025 and had a wonderful time. A big thank you to Badri and his crew for taking care of every logistical detail; flights, hotels, transportation in Kathmandu, transportation to and from the airport, money exchanges, restaurant reservations, sightseeing, optimal route pacing, gear transportation, and 100 other small details that would have left me flummoxed.
He and his team allow for a trek that’s as simplified as possible, you can focus your energy on getting to base camp, and they do everything else. They even bring you hot towels and lemon ginger tea at the end of each day (every morning too). I can’t say enough good things about the porters / guides, they were unbelievable, true heroes of our trip. We had some very unique challenges in our group, and without expert guides and porters we would absolutely not have had the same high quality experience. When I go back to Nepal for a second trek, I’m calling Badri. Badri is the guide you want – generous, personal, and you can tell he and his team deeply care about the well-being of their clients.
One more thing: Not once, but twice, Badri got our entire group flown from Kathmandu to Lukla (and back) on days when the weather was uncooperative. Both times, there was only a brief window when the clouds cleared — just enough for a single plane to make the journey — and guess whose plane was first in line? Even more impressive: while we were waiting at the airport, Badri already had a backup helicopter option lined up, just in case the planes didn’t fly. This kind of foresight and preparation gave us total peace of mind.