Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 10 Days

Annapurna Base Camp Trek: The complete guide to the ABC itinerary, cost, permits, difficulty, Packing List, and best season is provided. ABC trek starts from either Phedi or Nayapul. On this trek, you can walk 5 to 7 hours every day and stop for lunch and a tea Break on the way.

Start/End Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Trip Difficulty Moderate
Maximum Elevation Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)
Activities Annapurna Base Camp
Best Season Spring (March to May) & Autumn (September to November))
Meals Full Board During Trek and Breakfast in City
Accommodation Hotel, Lodge
Transportation Private Vehicle

Highlights Annapurna Base Camp Trek Highlights of 10 Days

  • Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the nearest and easiest trek near Pokhara where you can see 360 Degree High mountains.
  • Also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, starting from Phedi or Nayapul with flexible itineraries.
  • 7-12-day trek with 5-7 hours of walking per day and comfortable tea house accommodation.
  • Spectacular views of Annapurna I (8,091 m) and surrounding snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
  • Located within the Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP), Nepal’s largest protected region.
  • An affordable trek with local food, cultural experience, and options to combine with Poon Hill.

Overview Annapurna Base Camp Trek -10 Days

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 Days: The complete guide to the ABC itinerary, cost, permits, difficulty, Packing List, and best season is provided.
ABC trekking starts from either Phedi or Nayapul. On this trek, you can walk every day for five to seven hours, stop for lunch in a tea house, and finally stay in a Tea house lodge overnight. The journey will start at your choice or according to your timetable.

The trek to Annapurna Base Camp has comfortable tea houses and a variety of organic foods made by local people. It lies in the north-central part of Nepal, home to a chain of peaks. It comprises the 10th highest peak in the world, Annapurna I, along with 14 peaks above eight thousand meters.

Annapurna region trekking is protected by the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). The area of Annapurna Conservation is 7,639 square kilometers. This is the first and largest conservation area in Nepal.

You will be surrounded by the high, snow-capped Himalayas. Shows Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Tent Peak, Lamjung Himal, Fishtail, etc.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is finished within 7 to 12 days. So, it will depend on your hiking speed and starting point and ending point. Annapurna Base Camp trek is known as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek as well. The itinerary and services cost $630/– for each person until 4 people in a group. In addition, the group and the price of the trek will be less than I mentioned before.

Extraordinary
It is better to sign up for ABC with poon hill Trek. If you are looking for a short and easy trek, the Ghorepani poon hill Trek is the best option. There will be several choices for adventure seekers. Like the Annapurna Circuit Trek and Lower Mustang Trek, the Annapurna Panchase Trek is more popular.

Outline Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary 10 Days

  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu 1370m.
  • Day 02: Fly or drive to Pokhara 860m 25 minute fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara and explore around Pokhara
  • Day 03: Pokhara to Ghandruk 1940m 5/6 hours walking
  • Day 04: Ghandruk to Sinawa 2320m. 6/7 hours walking
  • Day 05: Sinawa to Deurali 3200m 6/7 hours walk
  • Day 06: Deurali to Annapurna Base camp 4,130m 5 hours walk
  • Day 07: Annapurna Base Camp back to Bamboo 2,310m 5 hours
  • Day 08: bamboo to Jhinu Dada 1760m 5 hours
  • Day 09: Trek back to Sibai and drive back to Pokhara.
  • Day 10: Final departure from Nepal TIA

Whats Included?

  • All airport Hotel transfers.
  • Accommodation and three meals per day during the trek.
  • Tourist bus to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu.
  • An experienced English-speaking government-licensed trekking guide and porters as needed.
  • Guide food, Salary, and accommodation in the mountain Tea house lodge.
  • Necessary porters and their food, accommodation, and salary. Every two people get one porter.
  • All necessary paperwork and permits (national park or conservation area permit and TIMS).
  • A comprehensive medical kit box.
  • Water purification pills for safe drinking.
  • All government and local taxes.
  • International and national airfare, visa fees, Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara with Food
  • Travel and rescue insurance is not mentioned in the inclusions section.
  • Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, bar bills, drinks, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, etc.
  • Tips for guides and porters are mandatory.

Departures Dates and Availability

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Travellers Reviews

5 - Excellent

Francesca Rossi
Italy

ABC waits for you just need a little training

Abc trek was unreal. sinua to deurali day was tough not gonna lie but worth it once we got close to base camp. jhino hot spring after was exactly what i needed too. Would recommend to literally anyone, just train your legs a bit before.

Clara Martin
USA

Annapurna trek which I will do again

I did the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. When I stepped out of the tea house I was surrounded by peaks. I was still half asleep. had coffee in my hand. Nothing can really prepare you for a moment like that. It was amazing. On the way we went through Ghandruk. It was lovely. Ghandruk was the proper Gurung village that I passed through. Good experience recommended friends later as well.

Luis Miller
Australia

ABC Trek with my son

Brought my teenage son on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, was scared about how we will manage. Stretch from deurali up to base camp is what he still talks about. Watching the landscape open up together, less forest, more rock and sky, was something we got to experience as a team rather than me just watching him do it alone. Reaching camp and seeing it all in front of us was a moment I’m glad we shared, just the two of us.

Essential Trip Information


Annapurna Base Camp Trek : 10 Days

One of the most popular treks in Nepal is the Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 days (ABC). It is an adventurous trek situated in the Annapurna Conservation Area and welcomed by the Gurung Community. So, it gives an amazing opportunity to walk in the beautiful mountain villages, green forests, terraced fields, and the amazing Annapurna Sanctuary. The ABC trek takes place at an altitude of 4,130 meters. One will get amazing views of some of the highest peaks in the world during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The highest peaks are Annapurna I (8,091 meters), Hiuchuli (6,443 meters), Annapurna South (7,219 meters), Annapurna III, and so on.
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek suits beginners with physical fitness and experienced trekkers.


Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Essential Information and Guide

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is Recognized as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. It is easy moderate and 6-to-12-day trip into the heart of Nepal Annapurna Himalaya range. Annapurna Base Camp Lies at the altitude of 4,130 meters. Unlike the Everest Base Camp trek, ABC offers a 360-degree arena of peaks including Annapurna I 8,091 meters Annapurna South 7,219 meters, Hiuchuli 4,443 meters and Machhapuchhre 6,997 meters without requiring technical climbing skills or high-altitude passes for tourists booking with Nepal Holiday trip. This guide covers critical logistic, costs and safety. while you need to complete and successful trekking or climbing join in our company Nepal Holiday trip.


ABC Trek Route and Itinerary

The ABC trek route and itinerary naturally begin with drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and onwards to Ghandruk or Ullery. The normal ABC Trek route passes through key villages like Ghandruk, Chhomrong, Sinawa, and bamboo before entering the glacial Annapurna Sanctuary. From bamboo, there is only one way to go up to Annapurna Base Camp and back. The village from up to bamboo is Dovan, Himalaya, Deurali, Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp.

Short Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Day 01: Pokhara to Ghandruk 1,940m
Day 02: Ghandruk to Chhomrong 2,260m
Day 03: Chhomrong to Dovan 2,600m
Day 04: Dovan to Machhapuchhre Base Camp 3,700m
Day 05: Annaurna Base Camp 4,130m and back to Dovan
Day 06: Trek back to Jhinu 1,700m.
Day 07: Back to Pokhara 860m.


Annapurna Circuit Trek Permit and Documentation

Annapurna Circuit Trek permit and Documentation is necessary as Annapurna Conservation Area permits are mandatory and checked at multiple places in Trekking route.
ACAP Permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) is required for all foreign trekkers and it cost Nepali Rupees 3,000/- USD ($25). Indian National cost Rs. 1,000/- per person.
TIMS Card: As the 2027, the trekkers information management System TIMS card is no longer required for the ABC trek. If you are obtaining the ACAP permit though some agencies may still bundle it for insurance purposes.
Where you get Them: you can get permit in Kathmandu at the Nepal Tourism board office in Kathmandu or Pokhara. If you book through local agency, they will provide all necessary papers.


Annapurna Base Camp Trek Difficulty and Safety

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Difficulty and Safety is most important in Nepal trekking. ABC trek is graded as moderate, making it accessible to most healthy individuals with a reasonable level of fitness. However, the altitude presents specific challenges that must be managed.
Altitude Sickness (AMS): While you are planning for Nepal trek, there will the risk increasing the altitude Sickness above 2500 meters. The symptoms of altitude sickness are Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, can’t eat and many others. if you felt like this, then need to check your oxygen level and quick decide what to do.
Acclimatization: It is much important to ascend gradually and well acclimatized. In between 500 meters better to take rest or spend night. There will be snowy part around from Deurali or MBC. This depends upon the season.
Avalanche Risk: The Trekking Route to Annapurna Base Camp passes under the avalanche area. Trekking with local guide who monitors and well experienced weather and snow conditions is a major safety for new travellers.
Terrain: The ABC trek Trail involves steep stone staircase and potentially snowy sections near the Base Camp.


Best Time to Trek Annapurna Base Camp

Best Time to Trek Annapurna Base Camp Within four Season, Mainly Autumn and Spring is popular season for Trekking in Nepal. In this best time to Trek Annapurna Base Camp, it offers the most stable weather and beautiful Himalayas views.
Spring Season(March to May): In this spring season, you can see blooming Rhododendron forests and warmer temperatures. In this time, skies hazier due to no raining. Stille comfortable tempetures and at high Himalayas will be clear.
Autumn Season (September to November): At this time, Nepal ABC trek offers stable weather, clear skies, and excellent mountain views. This is most popular season for Trekking, and peak climbing in Nepal.
Monsoon Season (June to August): In the season, generally discouraged due to leeches, slippery trails and cloud over obscuring view of High Himalayas.
Winter Season (December to February): Possible for experienced trekkers, the trails are quiet but cold and snow blocking high passes as well snow drop down till 2 thousand meters elevation.

Why Choose Nepal Holiday Trip?

For a collecting experience, Nepal Holiday Trip provides expertly guided itineraries that prioritize safety, acclimatization and cultural involvement. We handle all permit, logistics, tea house bookings, Hotel, flight, Tourist Bus, and all necessary work allowing you to focus by Nepal Holiday Trip. This trek is the breathtaking scenery of the Annapurna Sanctuary or Annapurna Base Camp Including More than eight thousand meters peak.

Itinerary Detail for Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 Days

FAQs Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The trek is considered, suitable for trekkers with reasonable fitness. No technical climbing is required, but daily walks of 5–7 hours are common.

The best seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) for clear mountain views and stable weather.

Yes, trekkers need an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a TIMS card.

The highest point is 4,130 m at Annapurna Base Camp. Proper acclimatization, a steady pace, and hydration help minimize altitude-related issues.

The trek offers tea house lodges with basic but comfortable rooms and meals such as dal bhat, noodles, soup, and local dishes.