Trip Highlights
- Notable sunrise view from Poon Hill.
- Magical mountain views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gagapurna, Tent Peak, and Machhapuchhare.
- Reach to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m).
- Take a bath at the Natural Hot Spring at Jhinu Danda.
- See the wilderness with diverse flora and fauna.
- Majestic vista of mountains and glaciers from ABC.
- Typical village and culture along the journey.
Detail About Annapurna Base Camp Trek
The Annapurna Base Camp trek is a well-known adventure that delights trekkers from around the world; it is located at an elevation of 4130 meters from sea level. Where the Annapurna Base Camp serves as an entryway to the immense Mt Annapurna 8,091 meters. Which is the 10th highest peak in the globally. ABC trek assurance an unforgettable experience and attractive trekkers as they get on this eye-catching Himalayas adventure.
Annapurna Sanctuary is: breathtaking, and surrounded by magical peaks such as the Annapurna I (8,091m), Tent Peak (5,695m), Gangapurna (7,445m), Annapurna South (7,218m), Hiunchuli and (6,443m), Machhapuchhare (6,993m). It trek is legendary for its extraordinary height elevation varied, and assorted flora and fauna, making it an astonishing journey.
ABC trekking Route:
The trail to ABC passes through delightful villages, green forests with pine and rhododendrons, scenic rice paddies, and terraced farmlands, providing miraculous mountain views. Dip yourself in the majesty of massive mountains and gain insights into the rich Nepalese culture, traditions, and lifestyle. The journey to ABC trek no doubt makes you feel like you are going on one of the most amazing trips in the world.
However, this trek is not exclusively about sightseeing. During the journey, you have chances to see the typical culture and traditions of racial Gurungs and Magars, etc.
Typical villages and Buddhist Monasteries:
Along the journey, you will encounter the exciting communities inhabited in pleasant villages during the foothills of Annapurna regions. Also, you’ll come across ancient Buddhist monasteries and experience the serenity of their exotic traditions.
Ghandrunk and Chhumrung are beautiful villages of Gurungs as well. It is rich culture and natural beauty. The Annapurna region trek is even made gorgeous; explore the small ethnic villages living in harmony. One such important village is Ghandruk gained the renown of model Gurung village in these areas. Most people live in this village of Gurung customs and have potted their unique culture and traditions. There is an old Gurung Museum where you may discover about their own culture and costumes to take photos you’ll spend overnight at Ghandruk and try some local cuisines.
10-Days ABC Trek Itinerary 2024/2025:
The Annapurna Sanctuary trek program typically begins and ends at Nayapul. It can also be adapted as part of the Annapurna round trek, which is a longer and more wide-ranging trekking experience.
To begin your ABC trek with Poon Hill, you’ll drive from the capital city of Kathmandu to Pokhara, where the trekking adventure starts along the trekking trail Birethanti, Ghorepani, Chhumrung follows the Modi Khola and walking through the lush green forests of bamboo, pine, and rhododendrons.
Trekking continues as you ascend; you notice the plants increasingly thinning and the pass narrow to a meager little more hundred meters wide ahead reaching the Hinku Cave.
Physical fitness level and Natural beauty:
This trek is an outstanding opportunity to moderate a difficult trip, and you need a good physical fitness level to immerse yourself in the landscape's beauty and discover the various cultures of these regions, With its royal mountains, unique culture, and traditions encounters, this trip offers a once in a lifetime your journey. Travel around the astonishment of the Annapurna region and make an unforgettable memory on the ABC trek.
Natural Hot spring at Jhinu Danda:
The 10-day ABC Trekking route covered the Jhinu Danda hot spring on the way back. It is believed that natural hot spring water has a particular curative quality for relieving skin aches and pains. It also has a religious significance, and it is claimed that taking a hot spring bath cleanses the strength. So, you can take a sudden bath in the hot spring end of your ABC trip.
Note: after the trek, you can explore the Pokhara valley, where you can visit David Falls, Gupteshor Cave, and the mountain museum also, you can go boating, it is near your Hotel, it will make more fun and if the skies are blue than, you will able to see the Annapurna range from the Phewa lake.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu to Pokhara 200km (830meters/2,723feet) 7/8 Hours Drive.
Day 02: Pokhara – Nayapul - Thikhedunga (1570meters/5,150feet) ¾ Hours walking.
Day 03: Thikhedhunga – Ulleri – Ghorepani (2853meters/9,360feet) 6/7 Hours Walking.
Day 04: Ghorepani – Banthanti - Tadapani (2635m/8,645feet) 6/7 Hours Walking.
Day 05: Tadapani - Chhomrong village (2185meters/7,168feet) 5/6 Hours Walking.
Day 06: Chhomrong – Dovan - Himalaya (2970/9153feetm) 6/7 Hours Walking.
Day 07: Himalaya – MBC - ABC (4130m/13,549feet) 5/6 Hours Walking.
Day 08: ABC – Deurali – Dovan – Sinuwa (2345m/7,693feet) 6/7 Hours Walking.
Day 09: Sinuwa Danda – Chhomrong – JhinuDanda (Hot spring) (1735m/5,692feet) 2/3 Hours walking.
Day 10: Jhindanda – Nayapul - Pokhara (830m).
Cost Includes
- International Airport - Hotel - Airport Pick up and drop by private car/van/jeep / Hiace: depending on the Group Size.
- Transportation service both ways from. Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by Tourist or local Bus.
- Pokhara – Nayapul - Pokhara by Taxi or car.
- A Full Board basis foods B+L+D (lunches, dinners, and breakfasts) Choose; by menu.
- ACAP Permit (Annapurna conservation area Project).
- TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System).
- The HLG team is a professional, strong, and Government trained English-speaking Guide, His Salary is three times the meals, Insurance and equipment, etc.
- Strong: porters during the trek (1 porter for 2 Clients).
- Trekking Lodges (Tea House / Guest House) During the Trek.
- Assistant. Guide for group 5 or above.
- Approval of Certificate. After the successful trekking.
- Supplementary; energy bar, crackers, Cookies, Halls, etc.
- Seasonal fruit likes; Apples, Oranges, pomegranates, Blackberries, etc.
- First Aid kit box. (Guide will carry it).
Cost Excludes
- Hard & cold drinks, such as beer, mineral water, cock, Fanta Whisky, etc.
- Your: expenses Such as; laundry, telephone, WIFI, Hot Shower, Shopping, etc.
- Tea and coffee of your choice every mealtime.
- Your International airfare.
- Nepal visa fee. (15 Days -25 U$D | 30 Days — 40U$D |, and 90 Days — 100 U$D.
- Hotel: in Kathmandu and Pokhara with food.
- Trekking Equipment.
- Travel insurance is just in case.
- Tips for Guide and porters.
Trip Map
Frequently Asked Questions Expand All
The main highest point of ABC Trek is 4130meters.
Yes, you can do it privately trek with our local trekking guide and Porters.
Best time to do Annapurna Base Camp trek from (September – October – November - December), February – March – April – May).
TIMS Card (Trekking information Management System), ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit).
- Do not drink alcohol & smoke
- Walk slowly while you climb up hill
- Take a garlic soup and ginger tea
- Drink water 3 to 4 liters per day
- Do acclimatization and rest
- Take a Diamox as per instructors if you got AMS symptoms
Yes, you can change your currency in Nepal; we will help you to exchange your currency
The trekker’s need to be paid 13% of the full trip cost in advance and remaining of the funds for trekking can be made on arrival in Kathmandu. For the booking of your trek please kindly you may go through the system of “BOOKING” form, click on there and make your reservation.
Yes, you can get the internet; most of the tea house has Wi-Fi.
Yes, you can charge your camera battery and phone; they have electricity and Solar Panel.
It is moderate trek and normally, we have to walk 7 to 14 days.
Yes, it is safe for a solo female travel, ours teams are responsible, and who are leading the solo travel through the Nepal Himalayas regions.
No, it is not possible to get ATM and Bank on the Annapurna trek, so you must to takes Nepali currency from the Kathmandu.
Yes, you need to take a sleeping bag during the trek; it is difficult to get blanket on the lodges because so many Guides and porters does not have blanket.
Yes, of course we will provide you professional local trekking guide and porter’s team, who are from the same place or Himalayas region, our guide have details knowledge of the Himalayas and government license holder trained, speak very well English. Our porters are fully helpful and friendly.
Useful Information
Minimum to Maximum high elevation:
These treks take us through the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), which is situated at a high altitude between 830 to 8091 meters from sea level. Our main final goal is to reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4130 meters.
Weather Conditions during the 10 Days ABC Trek:
The Annapurna oversees seasonal diversity in its weather, the white snow-capped mountains regions do not become hot, in summer even though it might be up to 20 to 25°C during the day time, the temperature drops as low as -10 to -15°C at morning and night. These times will be blue skies, and you will be able to see the Magical Himalayas range. Summer and spring are the best times to explore the Nepal treks.
Transportations services:
You will travel both ways by tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Kathmandu, from Pokhara to Nayapul and Pokhara by taxi or car, Nayapul, which is the trekking starting and ending point.
Option: Kathmandu to Pokhara and Kathmandu, you can take the way flight also possible, which takes around 30 minutes flight, but the cost is extra and you will enjoy the aerial vista of Kathmandu and Pokhara if the weather is clear then you will be able to observe the best views of mountains range from the fly.
Accommodation during the ABC:
During the trek, the Accommodation on the trail will be at a trekking lodge or tea House. The diffident guest houses are typical and offer basic rooms with two beds, mattresses, bed covers, blankets, and pillows. However, if you are solo then you must share a room with other trekkers during the peak seasons.
Foods:
During the trek, every tea house and lodge has a menu system. Our Guide will provide you with a menu. You can look at and choose the meals yourself, Dal Bhat is a typical Nepalese dish. It comes with white rice, lentil soup, vegetables, salad, papads, and pickles in any style. This dish is served to you for Lunch and dinner. It is high in protein and carbohydrates and gives you more energy for trekking. Also, you can choose other foods like MOMO, Spaghetti, Pizza, fried potatoes, Macaroni, Thukpa, Noodles soup. For breakfast, you can have toast with fried eggs, Porridge of any style, Pancake with Jam or Honey, Bread, Muesli, and Chapati.
Toilet restroom:
The toilet is not like the Western, you get the basic toilet, and you must share it with other hikers. Some tea houses have Western toilets, which will be more comfortable for you during the trek.
Shower Room:
Along the Annapurna trek, you will get a hot shower by Gas, Solar power, or bucket shower. However, a Hot shower is not included in the Package trip. It is an extra cost. They might charge around NPR 300 to 500 for each person.
TREKKING EQUIPMENT LIST:
Body Clothing:
- Sleeping Bag
- Down Jacket
- Three pairs of trekking t-shirts
- Long sleeved shirts
- Thermal Shirt for Colder place
- Fleece Jacket
- Warm wool Sweaters
- Waterproof and windproof Jacket
- Cotton Trekking pants with folding
- Waterproof and windproof pants
Head and Face:
- Sun Hat
- Wool or fleece hat
- Headlight
- Sunglass
- Sunscreen 50
- Face wipes and towel
List of Foot wears:
- Trekking Boats
- ¾ Paris Preferably Cotton Socks
- Crampon
- One pairs extra Sport Shoes
Necessary Gears:
- Gaiters just in case if snow
- Gloves and Thick Gloves
- Big rucksack above the 40 L
- Waterproof Bag Cover
- Rain Coat
- Trekking Pole (if you needed)
- Laundry Soap
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toilet papers
- Water peals
- Bottle for drinking water
- Pen and Note Book
- Copy and Tourist Guide Book
- Camera
- Battery charger
- Memory card
- Cell Phone and Charger
- Money Wallet
- Altimeters and Playing card
First aid Kid:
- Diamox
- Cotton bandages
- Paracetamol
- Painkillers
- Loperamide to Control diarrhea (just in Case).
- Water purified tablets
- Lozenges
- Elastic bandages
- Thermometer
- Moleskin and sling.
Trip Review
We planned for Annapurna Base Camp for my first visit to Nepal. Our guide was chitra and porters Bashanta & Sobit Tamang friendly and willing to let me dwell on the local cuisines, typical traditions and even legends from around the places. He was also very understanding of our walking pace and never quick us along the journey. Thank you, Himalayan Local Guide for appointed the wonderful guide and porters’ team.
Chitra is one of the best treking guides I have ever met. He’s a real professionalist and he can tell you everything you ask. I spent really great time in Nepal with Chitra as my guide and Om and Lal Porters I will never forget it. He organized Annapurna Base Camp Trek, everything perfectly and he was always very kind and friendly what made the adventure even more amazing. I strongly recommend going for a trek with this guide - you won’t regret it!
