Nepal Tibet Trekking Touching soul of the Himalayas
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| Group Size | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1-3 | 1250 |
| 4-7 | 1225 |
| 8-10 | 1200 |
The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek is one of Nepal’s most renowned trekking experiences, taking you through various landscapes, ancient communities, and the heart of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Annapurna Base Camp trek combines natural beauty, cultural depth, and stunning Annapurna Himalaya Nepal. Annapurna Base Camp, located at an elevation of 4,130 meters (13,549 feet), is beneath the south face of Mt. Annapurna I (8,091 meters), the world’s 10th highest mountain. The trek rewards you with breathtaking views of Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak and others.
Natural Beauty and Landscapes.
The trek to Annapurna Base Camp traverses across a wide range of ecosystems inside the Annapurna Conservation Area.
* Rich rhododendron forests
* Terraced farmlands with waterfalls.
* Alpine meadows, glacier mountains
*A diverse flora and fauna, including Himalayan birds and wildlife.
Cultural Experiences
The trail passes past traditional Gurung and Magar communities, including Ghandruk, Chhomrong, and Sinuwa. Along the way, trekkers run into:
* Stone-built houses and rural living
* Buddhist prayer flags, monasteries, and chortens.
* Warm hospitality and true Himalayan culture.
How to Reach the Trek’s Starting Point ?
The adventure starts in Kathmandu, with optional cultural sightseeing. From there: Fly (30 minutes) or drive (6-7 hours) to Pokhara. Drive approximately one hour from Pokhara to Nayapul, the ABC trek’s beginning site.
Accommodation During the ABC Trek
Kathmandu and Pokhara: Budget to Luxury Hotels
During the trek: Local teahouses with minimal but comfortable facilities. Rooms are usually twin-sharing, but single rooms may be offered upon request.
The Best Time to Trek Annapurna Base Camp
Spring (March-May): blooming rhododendrons and clear views
Autumn (September-November): Stable weather and excellent visibility
Winter (December to February): Quieter routes, cooler temperatures.
Monsoon (Jun-Aug): Gorgeous flora and few trekkers
Why Should You Choose the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
* Trek to a natural structure of Himalayan peaks.
* Experience varied landscapes and ecosystems.
* Discover the true mountain culture.
* Moderate difficulty, appropriate for most vigorous trekkers.
* One of the most picturesque and rewarding treks in Nepal.
Day-to-day trek itinerary
Option I
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Cultural sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.)
Day 04: Pokhara to Sinuwa 2370m
Day 05: Sinuwa to Deurali 3200m.
Day 06: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp 4130 m.
Day 07: Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan 2600m.
Day 08: Dovan to Jhinudanda 1750m.
Day 09: Jhinudada to Pokhara and Kathmandu
Day 10: Departure onward departure
Price: 855 $ per person
Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02:Cultural sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03:Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.)
Day 04:Pokhara to Nayapul 1070m by car,& trek to Tikhedhunga 1480m
Day 05:Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani 2860m.
Day 06:Ghorepani to Poon Hill 3210m. to Tadapani (2630m.)
Day 07:Tadapani to Chhomrong 2170 m.
Day 08:Chhomrong to Bamboo 2310m.
Day 09:Bamboo to Deurali 3200m.
Day 10:Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp 4130 m.
Day 11:Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan 2600m.
Day 12:Dovan to Jhinudanda 1750m.
Day 13:Jhinudada & Drive to Pokhara
Day 14:Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 15:Rest and other activities in Kathmandu
Day 16: International Departure for onward destination,
Note: if the above Itinerary doesn’t meet your needs. We can design individualized trekking tour plans based on your desire, and Private departures are available every day upon your request.
All necessary trekking permits will be handled and arranged by your trekking service provider, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Accommodation :
Teahouses along the trail provide basic yet comfortable rooms, usually with twin beds, blankets, and a shared bathroom. Hot showers and charging facilities are available at most lodges for a small extra fee.
During the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, trekkers can enjoy a surprising variety of local and international dishes served in cozy teahouses and lodges along the trail. Meals are freshly prepared, nutritious, and designed to provide the energy needed for long trekking days in the Himalayas.
Typical Meals:
Dal Bhat: The classic Nepali meal of steamed rice, lentil soup, and vegetable curry — healthy, filling, and unlimited in most teahouses.
Momo: Delicious Nepali dumplings stuffed with vegetables or meat, often served with a spicy dipping sauce.
Noodles and Pasta: Stir-fried or soupy noodles, and pasta with vegetables, egg, or meat.
Fried Rice: A popular dish made with rice, seasonal vegetables, eggs, or meat.
Pancakes & Porridge: Sweet or savory options, perfect for breakfast, made with wheat or buckwheat flour.
Western Dishes: Items like pizza, omelets, and toast are available in most teahouses, often with a local touch such as yak cheese or homemade jam.
Snacks & Beverages:
You’ll find tea, coffee, hot chocolate, soft drinks, beer, and occasionally local wines. However, prices increase with altitude due to transportation costs. It’s a good idea to bring energy bars, nuts, or chocolate for quick snacks on the trail.
Water:
Boiled or bottled water is available at teahouses, but it’s strongly recommended to carry water purification tablets or a portable filter to ensure safe drinking water throughout the trek.
Note: We humbly request you don’t drink/eat milky and meat items (hot chocolate, milk coffee, and milk tea) because milk is powder and not boiled.
Like the majority of the treks, the ABC Trek offers you accommodation in tea houses with basic facilities. Every Tea house has a menu, and you can make your own choice. But most of the foods are dominated by the Nepali Dal-Bhat and similar meals. Our guide will suggest you select fresh, hygienic, and trek-suitable food.
Essential Gear for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek
When preparing for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, having the right gear is crucial for comfort, warmth, and safety in the Himalayas. Here’s a complete combined list of must-have items:
Clothing:
Pack warm, layered clothing suitable for changing mountain weather. Include thermal underwear (3 pairs): Choose breathable, moisture-wicking underwear made from merino wool or synthetic fabrics to maintain comfort and hygiene throughout the trek. Trekking Shirts (3): Pack a mix of short and long-sleeved shirts made from lightweight, quick-drying, and moisture-wicking fabrics like merino wool, polyester, or nylon. These materials keep you comfortable and dry during long hikes. (Avoid cotton, as it retains moisture.), a fleece jacket, a down jacket, gloves, socks (3 pairs), trekking boots, a sleeper, hiking pants, and a waterproof jacket and pants to stay protected from cold and wind.
Headwear:
Keep your head and face protected with a warm hat, sun hat, sunglasses, and a scarf or buff to shield against sun, wind, and dust.
Sleeping Bag:
Carry a warm sleeping bag rated to at least -10°C (14°F) to ensure comfortable rest during chilly nights at higher altitudes.
Trekking Poles:
Use adjustable trekking poles to reduce knee strain and provide stability while walking on steep or uneven terrain.
Camera, trekking bag (70 ltrs, and day bag 10 ltrs) and headlight
First Aid Kit:
Always pack a basic first aid kit, including altitude sickness medication, bandages, pain relievers, and antiseptic cream to handle minor injuries or altitude-related symptoms.
Passport
Travel insurance (including high-altitude rescue)
Some cash
1400 M
Arrive at Kathmandu on day 1. Our representative will receive it at the airport and will drop it at the hotel. If time allows you can explore the city on your own.
Hotel
Staying in Kathmandu for all the trek preparation works like obtaining permits for Treks, meeting your guide, and getting a briefing about the trekking. Check your gear and do shopping if needed. We can arrange sightseeing arrangements as per your requirement if interested. In the evening packing for the trek.
822 M
Drive/fly (as per our choice. Flight cost USD 97.00 extra which will take about 25 minutes) to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Driving to Pokhara by Tourist bus will take around 7-8 hours and by private jeep, it will take around 5-6 hours depending upon the road conditions. Overnight at a Hotel in the lakeside area. If time permits have a look around the lakeside.
2007 M
Leave your hotel at around 8:00 am after breakfast and drive to Hille directly, which will take about 2-3 hours. Trek will start from here. Trek to Ulleri from Hille which takes around 4 hours to reach Ulleri. Overnight at lodge in Ulleri.
2860 M
After breakfast, leave Ulleri at around 7:30-8:00 in the morning. Trek for 6 hours to reach Ghoprepani. After the Ulleri will cross the village Banthanti it’s very cool walking inside the forest and can enjoy the beautiful rhododendron trees, Overnight at Lodge for the night.
2610 M
Early morning walk to Poonhill (3210) for the sunrise view after that back to lodge take breakfast and start walking to Tadapani. The total distance from Ghorepani to Tadapani is around 9.5 km and it will take about 5-6 hours to reach Tadapani. Overnight at a tea house in Tadapani.
2300 M
After breakfast, leave for Sinuwa, the distance between Tadapani to Sinuwa is around 6-7 hours trek. Overnight at a local tea house.
3220 m
Start your day after breakfast. Walk for around 6-7 hours to reach Deurali from Sinuwa. Cross Bamboo Dovan and Himalayan Hotel where you will enjoy your lunch. Overnight at a local tea house.
4130 m
After an early morning breakfast, start your trek for the day from Deurali to Machhepuchhre Base Camp (3700M). Stop for lunch and continue to Annapurna Base Camp (4130M). The total trek for the day will be around 6-7 hours. In the evening, you can enjoy a sunset view from Annapurna Base Camp.
Wake up early in the morning and enjoy the sunrise view. As you are very close to the mountain, the sunrise view will be breathtaking. After the sunrise view, return to the lodge and have your breakfast. Then you will be returning from Annapurna Base camp and will be covering the most distance in a day during this trek. As the path is downhill and as the trail drops the altitude, you need not worry about the difficulties. You will be walking for around 7-8 hours this day to reach Bamboo.
1780m
After breakfast at Bamboo, start your trek some uphill, some flat, and most downhill to Jhinu Danda. On this day total walking distance will be around 8.5 km and a total of around 5 hours of trekking. After arriving at Jhinu, you can enjoy a hot spring bath there. Overnight at a local lodge.
After breakfast, trek down to Kyumi which will take around 2 hours. After reaching Kyumi, drive back to Pokhara (3-4 Hours Drive). Stay at Lakeside in a hotel for the night.
Pokhara is a beautiful city. If you are willing to explore more, we can arrange further sightseeing and a city tour. If you are not interested in exploring Pokhara more and want to be back in Kathmandu, you can either fly (at your own cost) or drive back to Kathmandu. Or if you would like to go for Jungle Safar, paragliding, river rafting, and any other extra activities, we can arrange for you as per your requirement with additional package cost.
If you wish to extend your trek longer than the given itinerary, you can directly extend it with our guide. Additional cost will be applied on per day basis for this.
On your required date, we will transfer you to International Airport for your departure.
All our published dates are guaranteed departures. If the dates don’t match with your travel plans, we are more than happy to create your desired date. Let us know what kind of trip you are looking for and our travel experts will help plan your tailor-made trips in your dream destination.
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per person based on 2 PAX
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| Start Date | End Date | Price (USD) | Availability | Booking |
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| Fri, Mar 6, 2026 | Thu, Mar 5, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Tue, Mar 10, 2026 | Mon, Mar 9, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Wed, Mar 25, 2026 | Tue, Mar 24, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Sat, Mar 28, 2026 | Fri, Mar 27, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Thu, Mar 19, 2026 | Wed, Mar 18, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Thu, Mar 5, 2026 | Wed, Mar 4, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Mon, Mar 9, 2026 | Sun, Mar 8, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Wed, Mar 11, 2026 | Tue, Mar 10, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Sat, Mar 14, 2026 | Fri, Mar 13, 2026 | $1250 | Available | |
| Thu, Mar 19, 2026 | Wed, Mar 18, 2026 | $1250 | Available |
Gerardo Leiva
August 21, 2015
Karolina Brukszo
March 6, 2014
Ian Bennett
December 20, 2011
Beverley Holt
Australia
December 18, 2009
Twigg Adrian
December 17, 2002
Shayne Mark Anthony
Australia
August 17, 2023
Why choose this specific trek? What makes it special?
This route is a journey through Nepal’s soul. It uniquely combines the breathtaking sunrise view from Poon Hill (where you witness the giants of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna awaken) with the dramatic, enclosed beauty of the Annapurna Sanctuary. It’s perfect for those seeking both cultural immersion in Gurung villages and deep connection with the high Himalayas.
Reaching 4,130m / 13,550ft at ABC is often described as standing in a celestial arena. You will feel overwhelming awe, pride, and peace, surrounded by the ice-clad peaks like Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli. It’s a moment of profound personal achievement that stays with you long after you descend.
The Annapurna region is home to the kind, resilient Gurung and Magar people. Every night, you’ll stay in their family-run teahouses, sharing a meal in the common room warmed by a central stove. It’s in these moments, sharing dal bhat with your guide and listening to the stories of the mountains, that you truly experience Himalayan culture.
I’m worried I’m not fit enough. Can a ‘regular’ person complete this trek?
This is a challenge, but it’s not an Olympic marathon. If you can walk for 5-7 hours a day with elevation change (think of it as hiking up and down a lot of stairs!), you can do this. The key is to start preparing now with steady cardiovascular exercise. The secret is slow and steady—we trek at a sustainable pace, allowing your body (and mind) to adjust gracefully.
Your well-being is our highest priority. Our itineraries are specifically designed with safe, measured altitude gain and mandatory rest days. More importantly, our guides are highly experienced professionals, trained in Wilderness First Aid, specializing in Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) prevention and recognition. You are never alone; our team is there to monitor, support, and make the best decisions for your health at all times
What are the accommodations really like? Will I be freezing?
Teahouse lodging is basic, humble, and deeply cozy. Your room is simple but clean, with thick blankets and a welcome roof over your head. The true warmth comes from the dining hall’s stove and the incredible sense of camaraderie shared by fellow trekkers. Pack good layers and a quality sleeping bag, your effort deserves a restful reward.
You only carry a small daypack containing essentials: water, camera, snacks, and a jacket. All of your heavy, main luggage is carried with strength and care by our dedicated porters (who carry up to 15-20kg). Let us handle the load so you can focus entirely on the beauty unfolding before you.
When is the absolute best time to capture the most stunning photos?
The air is clearest and the visibility is the best during Autumn (September to November). The transition from monsoon leaves the mountains crisp and sharp against a deep blue sky. Spring (March to May) is a close second, offering slightly warmer weather and the magical spectacle of blooming rhododendron forests in fiery color.
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