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Trek from Pokhara

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Walk into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a high basin ringed by Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre, a classic Himalayan trek from Pokhara in seven days.

7 daysChallenging4,130 m
FromUS$ 750per person · based on 2 travellers
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NPOKHARAStart & finishSiwaiChhomrongNIGHT 1 · SLEEP HEREBambooNIGHTS 2 & 5 · SLEEP HEREDeuraliNIGHT 3 · SLEEP HEREMachhapuchhre Base CampAnnapurna Base Camp · 4,130 mNIGHT 4 · SUNRISE7 days · 59 km on footJhinu DandaNIGHT 6 · SLEEP HERE
Drive · private vehicleWalk · trailSleep · nights 1–6⟷ Swipe to see the whole routeSatellite image: contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data · Terrain: Mapzen, SRTM/GMTED2010 courtesy of USGS · Roads & trails © OpenStreetMap contributors · Pokhara lies beyond the map edge
  • Duration7 days / 6 nights
  • Max altitude4,130 m
  • Start / endPokhara / Pokhara
  • Best seasonMar–May · Oct–Nov
  • Group size1–12 travellers
Overview

Why choose the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

  • Sunrise in the SanctuaryAnnapurna I, Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre light up around base camp.
  • Annapurna Base Camp · 4,130 mReach the heart of the Annapurna range on foot.
  • Chhomrong villageA large Gurung village on terraces facing Annapurna South.
  • Hot springs at JhinuSoak tired legs in natural pools by the river on the way down.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek climbs the Modi Khola gorge into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a high glacial basin at about 4,130 metres surrounded by some of the most famous peaks in Nepal. Standing at base camp at sunrise, with Annapurna I (8,091 m) above you, is one of the great moments of Himalayan trekking.

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From Pokhara, a drive takes you to Siwai, and the trail climbs through the Gurung village of Chhomrong, bamboo and rhododendron forest, and on past Deurali and Machhapuchhre Base Camp. The return follows the same valley down to Jhinu Danda, where natural hot springs are a welcome reward.

This is our most demanding standard trek: long stone staircases, several days of steady climbing and nights at altitude. With a licensed guide, a sensible pace and good teahouses along the way, it is achievable for fit walkers without mountaineering experience.

Itinerary

Day by day

Day 1Pokhara to Chhomrong4–5 hrs walk2.5 hrs drive2,170 m

Drive from Pokhara via Nayapul up the Modi Khola valley to Siwai. Walk through farming villages and up the long stone staircases to Chhomrong, a Gurung village spread over terraces, facing Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.

  • StayTeahouse, Chhomrong
  • MealsLunch · Dinner
Day 2Chhomrong to Bamboo5–6 hrs walk2,310 m

Descend to the Chhomrong Khola, climb to Sinuwa and enter the forested gorge of the Modi Khola. Bamboo is a small group of lodges in the forest, below the gate to the Sanctuary.

  • StayTeahouse, Bamboo
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 3Bamboo to Deurali5–6 hrs walk3,230 m

Climb through bamboo and rhododendron forest past Dovan and Himalaya. The valley narrows and waterfalls pour from the cliffs as you reach Deurali, above the tree line.

  • StayTeahouse, Deurali
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 4Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp4–5 hrs walk4,130 m

Walk slowly up the valley to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m), where the Sanctuary opens, then on to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m. Spend the afternoon and sunset among the peaks.

  • StayTeahouse, Annapurna Base Camp
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 5Sunrise at base camp, down to Bamboo6–7 hrs walk2,310 m

Watch sunrise light Annapurna I, Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre. After breakfast, retrace your steps down the valley to Bamboo; the descent is long but the air gets warmer with every hour.

  • StayTeahouse, Bamboo
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 6Bamboo to Jhinu Danda5–6 hrs walk1,780 m

Walk back through Sinuwa and Chhomrong and descend to Jhinu Danda. A short walk below the village leads to natural hot springs by the river, a perfect end to the trek.

  • StayTeahouse, Jhinu Danda
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 7Jhinu Danda to Siwai, drive to Pokhara2 hrs walk2.5 hrs drive1,300 m

An easy walk down the Modi Khola valley to the road at Siwai, where your vehicle meets you for the drive back to Pokhara.

  • StayYour hotel in Pokhara
  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch
Good to know

Details before you book

What’s included8
  • Private vehicle Pokhara → Siwai and Siwai → Pokhara
  • Licensed, English-speaking local trekking guide (food, lodging, insurance and salary)
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and all paperwork
  • 6 nights in clean teahouses (twin-sharing rooms)
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek, with tea or coffee
  • Complimentary drinking water
  • First-aid kit carried by your guide
  • Government taxes and service charge
Not included7
  • Travel insurance (must cover trekking at this altitude and rescue)
  • Hotel and meals in Pokhara before and after the trek
  • Porter (optional add-on: one porter carries up to 20 kg for 2 trekkers)
  • Hot showers, device charging and Wi-Fi in teahouses (paid locally)
  • Drinks, snacks and personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and porter (appreciated, not compulsory)
  • Extra costs from weather, landslides or leaving the trek early
What to bring19

Clothing

Footwear

Gear

Personal

Before you go6

Best time

October–November for the clearest skies; March–May for rhododendrons and milder nights. Winter brings snow and avalanche risk near Deurali; monsoon brings rain and leeches.

Difficulty

Challenging. 5–7 hours of walking a day with many stone steps and a long descent; good fitness is important.

Permits

An Annapurna Conservation Area Permit is required; we arrange it. Foreign trekkers must walk with a licensed guide in this area.

Accommodation

Teahouses with twin rooms and shared bathrooms. In peak season rooms above Bamboo are limited; your guide books ahead where possible.

Altitude

You sleep at 4,130 m. The gradual climb helps you adjust; tell your guide about any symptoms. Descending is the best cure and is always possible here.

Phone & internet

Mobile signal in the lower villages; paid Wi-Fi in most teahouses, slower higher up.

Questions travellers ask5
How fit do I need to be?

You should be comfortable walking 5–7 hours a day for a week, with many steps. Regular hiking or stair training before you come helps a lot.

Is altitude sickness a risk?

Some people feel headaches above 3,000 m. The itinerary climbs gradually and your guide watches for symptoms. If needed, you descend, which always helps.

Can we add days?

Yes. You can add Poon Hill at the start (a popular combination) or a rest day. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will send a revised quote.

Is it safe in winter?

The section between Deurali and base camp can have avalanche risk after heavy snow. Guides follow local advice and may change plans for safety.

How do I book and pay?

Send an enquiry. We confirm availability and send a written quote on WhatsApp, including the advance needed to secure your dates and the payment terms.

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