ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP TREK
12 Days · Annapurna Sanctuary Experience
Into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
HIGHLIGHTS
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Pokhara
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Traditional Gurung villages
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Ghorepani
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Poon Hill sunrise
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Tadapani
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Chhomrong
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Modi Khola Valley
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Machhapuchhre Base Camp
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Annapurna Base Camp
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Himalayan sunrise and mountain panoramas
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Jhinu Danda





ITINERARY
DAY 1 — KATHMANDU → POKHARA
Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara by road or domestic flight.
Arrive in the lake city of Pokhara and settle into your hotel.
Overnight: Pokhara
DAY 2 — POKHARA → NAYAPUL → TIKHEDHUNGA
Drive towards the trailhead and begin trekking through green hills, terraced fields and traditional villages.
Continue towards Tikhedhunga.
Overnight: Tikhedhunga
DAY 3 — TIKHEDHUNGA → GHOREPANI
Begin the ascent towards Ghorepani.
The trail passes through forests and stone stairways before reaching the high mountain village of Ghorepani.
Overnight: Ghorepani
DAY 4 — GHOREPANI → POON HILL → TADAPANI
Himalayan Sunrise
Rise early and hike to Poon Hill for sunrise.
As the first light reaches the mountains, enjoy panoramic views across the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Return for breakfast before continuing towards Tadapani.
Overnight: Tadapani
DAY 5 — TADAPANI → CHHOMRONG
Continue through rhododendron forests and traditional settlements.
Arrive at Chhomrong, one of the major villages on the route to Annapurna Base Camp.
Overnight: Chhomrong
DAY 6 — CHHOMRONG → DOVAN
Descend towards the river before gradually entering the Modi Khola Valley.
The landscape becomes increasingly dramatic as the trail moves deeper into the Annapurna Sanctuary.
Overnight: Dovan
DAY 7 — DOVAN → DEURALI
Continue through dense mountain forest and along the Modi Khola.
As you gain altitude, the valley opens and the surrounding peaks become increasingly dominant.
Overnight: Deurali
DAY 8 — DEURALI → MACHHAPUCHHRE BASE CAMP → ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP
The Heart of the Sanctuary
Continue towards Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
From here, the trail enters the spectacular Annapurna Sanctuary.
Continue to Annapurna Base Camp at approximately 4,130 m.
Surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks, this is the defining moment of the journey.
Overnight: Annapurna Base Camp
DAY 9 — ANNAPURNA BASE CAMP → BAMBOO
Wake to a spectacular Himalayan morning before beginning the descent.
Retrace the trail through the Sanctuary and descend towards Bamboo.
Overnight: Bamboo
DAY 10 — BAMBOO → JHINU DANDA
Continue descending through the forest.
Arrive at Jhinu Danda, known for its natural hot springs.
Relax and recover after several days at altitude.
Overnight: Jhinu Danda
DAY 11 — JHINU DANDA → NAYAPUL → POKHARA
Complete the final section of the trek and transfer back towards Pokhara.
Enjoy a relaxed evening beside Phewa Lake.
Overnight: Pokhara
DAY 12 — POKHARA → KATHMANDU
Return to Kathmandu by road or domestic flight.
Your Annapurna Base Camp journey comes to an end.
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
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Kathmandu accommodation according to package
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Pokhara accommodation
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Comfortable trekking accommodation
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Licensed trekking guide
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Porter service according to package
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Required trekking permits
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Transportation between Kathmandu, Pokhara and trailheads
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Trek preparation and briefing
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Meals according to the selected package
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Trekking support throughout the journey
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The itinerary may be adjusted according to weather, trail conditions, local conditions and trekking pace.
High-altitude conditions can change rapidly. The guide may modify the itinerary whenever required for safety.
Duration: 12 Days
Highest Point: Annapurna Base Camp — approximately 4,130 m
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Kathmandu