Annapuna Base Camp Trek

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)

You arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport. Glacier Nepal treks representative welcomes you at the airport and takes you to the hotel by privet vehicle. After a short rest, You will meet the guide at our office. you may have some questions about the trekking he will give you an answer to the question. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 : Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus (830/2,723ft) 7 hrs.

Kathmandu to Pokhara Drive (Around 6- 7 hours) After having breakfast in the morning we drive to Pokhara by tourist bus. It takes around 6- 7 hours to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu. You can also take the flight which takes about 30 minutes and in the remaining time, take your time to explore the Pokhara city and Lakeside. We stay overnight at Pokhara.

Day 3 : Pokhara to Thikhedunga(1,577/5,173ft) : 5 hrs

 Pokhara to Nayapul Drive 1.30 hrs and trek to Tikhedhunga (1577m) – 3 Hours we are going to begin our actual trek from Nayapul. So we take a short drive to Nayapul from Pokhara which takes about an hour. From Nayapul, we take a short walk along the banks of Modi Khola, which brings us to Birethanti (1015m). From there, our trail continues through the village and climbs continuously up the side to the Hille (1495m). We eventually reach Tikhedhunga (1577m) where we stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 4 : Thikhedunga to Ghorepani (2,870m/9,416ft) : 6hrs

Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani Trek (2850m) – 6 Hours From Tikhedhunga, we move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri (2010m). Ulleri is a large Magar village. Our trail ascends more gently from this point through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti (2250m). After walking for a couple of hours, we arrive at Ghorepani (2840m) where we stay overnight.

Day 5 : Ghorepani to Tadapani (2,650m/8,694) : 5 hrs

Early morning  Hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tadapani (2610m) – 5 Hours Early in the morning today, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill (3210m) which is a best viewpoint in the Annapurna Region. Poon Hill offers the best opportunity to witness the phenomenal panorama of the beautiful peaks including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Poon Hill is regarded as the Photographer’s paradise. You can enjoy the unobstructed views of the sunrise over stunning snowcapped Himalayas. Poon Hill also offers the best views of sunset too. After spending about an hour at Poon Hill, we return back to Ghorepani. We take our breakfast at Ghorepani and after that we continue climbing along the ridges through the forest of pines and rhododendron. The climb brings us to Deurali (3200m) and descending further takes us to Tadapani eventually. We stay overnight at a guesthouse in Tadapani (2650m).

Day 6 : Tadapani to Chhomrong (2,170m/7,120ft) :5 hrs

Tadapani to Chhomrung Trek (2170m) – 5 Hours we start our steep downhill walk today through the forests of rhododendrons. Leaving Tadapani and descending through the forests, we reach Gurung village of Gurjung as the trail eases. After Gurjung, we eventually walk to Chhomrung which at the elevation of 2140m. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 7 : Chhomrong to Dovan.(2870m/9,416ft) : 6 hrs

Chhomrung to Dovan Trek  (2500m) – 5½ Hours Our trail drops down to the Chhomrung Khola today and again we continue climbing to Sinuwa and jental flat and  descend to bamboo and  We walk little further clearing the forest and the follow the steeply down trail towards the bottom of the gorge, Dovan. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 8 : Dovan to Machchhapuchre Base Camp (3,700m/12,140ft) : 5 hrs

Dovan to Machapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) – 6 Hours It’s relatively short trek today. Our day begins early in the morning with the climb through bamboo forests first, and then through the forest of rhododendron on to Hinku Cave. We passing Deurali and bagar to climbing up to Machapuchhre Base Camp and stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 9 : Machchhapuchre B.C. to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,550ft) : 2.30 hrs

Machapuchhre Base Camp  to Annapurna Base Camp (4131m) – 2and Half hour Machhapuchhre Base Camp which is often known as Annapurna Sanctuary as the area is surrounded by mountains, we trek further two hours to reach Annaupurna Base Camp at the elevation of 4130m. From Annapurna Base Camp, you can observe some of the awe-inspiring views of mountains. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 10 : Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo (2,335m/7,660ft) : 7 hrs

Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) to Bamboo Trek (2345m) – 6 Hours Today, we   return to Bamboo following the same trail back. Our trail drops by 1700m to the bank of Modi Khola to Bamboo at 2345m. You can find few teahouses/lodges available to stay at Bamboo. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 11 : Bamboo to Jhinu (1,800m/5,905ft) : 5 hrs

Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Spring Trek (1780m) – 5 Hours until Chhomrung, we follow the same trail back from Bamboo. Once we have passed Khuldighar, we continue our trail through rhododendron and bamboo fields. The trail descends very steeply from Chhomrung to Jhinu Hot Spring. You can enjoy the natural hot springs at Jhinu. We stay overnight at a guesthouse.

Day 12 : Trek to Siwai 3 hours trek and drive to Pokhara.

Trek from Jhinu Danda to Siwai – 3 hours, and drive back to Pokhara – two and half hours. We walk at the right side of Modi Khola for about 3 hours up to Siwai so from this place we can get the local jeep back to Pokhara and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13 : Pokhara to Kathmandu (200 km/6 to 7 hrs) by tourist bus

Pokhara to Kathmandu Drive we have to leave from our hotel 7 am after breakfast and bus leave 7:30 am from tourist Bus Park. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you can utilize your time for the last minute shopping or you can explore around the city. We celebrate the Farewell Dinner together with us and spend overnight at the hotel. 

Day 14 : Final Departure

This is your final day in Nepal. Glacier Nepal treks representative will drop you to Tribhuwan international airport by privet vehicle. Home sweet home.