Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderate-level trekking activity. Although some steep ascents exist, it is entirely doable, even for beginners with no previous trekking experience. Moreover, the elevation gain remains moderate throughout the trek, with the highest being the Annapurna Base Camp, which is 4,130 meters above sea level.

ABC Trek requires hiking for 6 to 7 hours daily for about 11 days or more to complete the trek. So, you must have a substantial fitness level. Besides that, our well-paced itinerary takes care of everything else. Have the best experience of Annapurna with us!

The ideal time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is during - (March, April, and May), and autumn - (September, October, November, and December). Offering ideal weather conditions like clear skies, moderate temperatures, and lesser precipitation, spring and autumn are the most favorable seasons for the Annapurna trek. You can have the most comfortable trekking experience if you travel to Annapurna during these time frames. 

Due to the unfavorable weather of the monsoon season (June, July, and August) and winter (December, January, and February), which sees heavy rain and snowfalls, we recommend you not undertake the ABC trek during these seasons.

We have both options for you. However, we recommend you join our Annapurna group treks for a more lively trekking experience. Our group size consists of a minimum of two and a maximum of 10 trekkers to ensure you receive the best support on the trek. Keeping our group small also makes it a comfortable and friendly atmosphere for trekkers, thus giving you the best experience.

As for solo trips, we can customize a package, especially for you. However, you will have to pay surcharges for solo private trips.

Booking with us is an easy, hassle-free process.

To book your ABC trekking with us, all you have to do is follow three simple steps.

• Explore the above itinerary on our website or email us to find your best itinerary. Customization is available.
• Once an itinerary is selected, contact us to ask about its availability or check our website's departure dates.
• To confirm, send a 20 % deposit and a photocopy of your passport. The remaining payment can be paid upon arrival in Nepal (either by card or in cash (USD)).

Any confusion? Feel free to contact us- we'll reply with a clear solution.

To cancel your trip, all you have to do is send us a trip cancellation request. And then we will proceed with your cancellation process.

As for the refunds, we apologize for informing you that 20% of the deposit made to confirm your booking will not be refunded. This amount will be considered a cancellation fee.

We strongly encourage our clients to postpone the trip to the upcoming days (without losing a penny) rather than cancel the trip. Choose a convenient date, and please inform us 2 weeks before your trip departure date.

At Nepal Hiking Team, we focus on offering personalized tours and trekking adventures in Nepal. We have experienced and expert professionals who can deliver perfect Holiday packages for you and your loved ones.

With excellent service records in the tourism industry since 2009, we have assisted  27,000 customers in realizing their Nepal trekking dreams.

Our guides have years of trekking experience in the Annapurna Base Camp trails.

We prioritize our client’s safety and comfort while designing the itinerary so that they can have a wholesome and memorable Annapurna trekking experience.

Developing altitude sickness on Annapurna Base Camp trekking is almost nil. Since the trek’s maximum altitude is only about 4,130 meters (ABC), it is one of the least challenging treks in Nepal. Also, our 14-day Annapurna itinerary is well-paced and ensures gradual ascend on the trails, giving you enough time to acclimate to higher altitudes.

Yes! Our guides are fluent English speakers. You will have no problem communicating with them. They'll help you interact with local teahouse owners or locals Tamang and Gurung who cannot communicate in English.

Annapurna region’s weather is highly variable. It could be sunny, warm, cold, or foggy, depending on the season you are traveling. The volatile weather conditions are also apparent from the sudden weather changes you will see during the day.

Seasonal Weather Breakdown

Spring (March - April - May): Spring is the best season for trekking. The vibrant rhododendrons of lower altitudes will provide a colorful scenic background for the trek. Daytime temperatures may fall between 10-20 degrees Celsius, thus making it a pleasant weather condition to enjoy your ABC trek. Since you will be in Annapurna’s mountainous region at night, temperatures drop below zero degrees Celsius. On average, night temperatures range as low as minus 5 degrees Celsius. 

Autumn (September - October - November): Autumn, like spring, is also one of the best times for the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Weather conditions remain clear and warm enough for you to enjoy your trek with unobstructed views of the Himalayas. Another key feature that sets autumn apart from other seasons for your Nepal travel is that many of the major festivals of Nepal take place during this season, thereby offering you an opportunity to observe and partake in these festivities.

Winter (late December - January - February): Though not so favorable for trekking, winter can allow you to experience authentic mountain adventures with cool temperatures and snowy trails. Daytime temperatures reach a maximum of 5 degrees Celsius, whereas nights are freezing, with temperatures dropping as low as minus 10 degrees Celsius.

Monsoon (June to August): Slippery trails resulting from incessant monsoon rains add to the difficulty level of the ABC trek. There are also high chances of landslides in these areas, which could render the trails inaccessible. Moreover, leech bites are increasingly high during rainy seasons, making it a challenging trek. Daily temperatures during monsoon range from 5 to 25 degrees Celsius.

According to the Nepal Government’s policy, citizens of the listed 12 countries, such as Afghanistan, Ghana, Cameroon, Iraq, Ethiopia, and others, must obtain a Tourist Visa from their respective countries before arriving in Nepal. The rest of the nationalities will have a visa-on-arrival. 

You will need to fill out an online form for the visa before arriving in Nepal. Please ensure your passport has at least six months of validity with blank pages for visa stamps. 

Check out our blog on Visa Information for further details.

No, we do not arrange your international flights. You will have to book them yourself.

A Nepal Hiking Team member will be at Tribhuvan International Airport with a placard bearing our company name. They will pick you up from the airport and escort you to your hotel. 

For any queries or assistance, you can always contact us directly on our hotlines: 

•           0977-98510 58678 (Ganga) 

•           0977-98510 58667 (Balaram)

For Annapurna Base Camp Trek, you must have travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking (4000 m and above) and emergency evacuation in case of accidents. It must also cover other mishaps on the trek, such as injuries, loss or damage of personal items, medical expenses, flight delays, etc.

Check out our blog on Travel insurance for further details.

There is no mandatory vaccination for Annapurna Base Camp Hike. But the CDC highly recommends a few: hepatitis A and B, typhoid, tetanus, and measles (if you are not already vaccinated).

If you have any medical conditions, please inform us when booking.

Yes! Nepal’s two most popular carriers are Nepal Telecom (NTC) and Ncell. You can buy these sim cards by providing your passport and a passport-size photo for registration.

Yes! Children and elderly family members can undertake the Annapurna Base Camp Trek without hesitation. The ABC trails have moderate elevation gains, and there are only a few steep inclines, which can be managed by taking rests at the teahouses along the trail.

More importantly, our itinerary is specially designed to include children and novice trekkers, thereby making substantial provisions for rest and recuperation after each day’s trek.

Check out one of the specially crafted Annapurna Base Camp Trekking itineraries for kids and seniors.

Of course! Annapurna Base Camp Hike is only moderately challenging. The trails are generally walkable without any striking elevation gains. The highest altitude of the ABC trek is Annapurna Base Camp, which is 4,130 meters above sea level. Therefore, it is entirely doable for new trekkers.

However, you must have some substantial fitness level and prepare well for the trek because we have long trekking hours (6-7 hrs) spanning over 11 or more days.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is safe for female solo trekkers. Over the years, we at the Nepal Hiking Team have organized many solo Annapurna Base Camp treks for female travelers. They have heartily expressed their joyful experience, stating that they felt completely secure on the trails of Annapurna due to our constant support during the trip.

Moreover, the trails are well-marked, and the teahouses provide safe and comfortable accommodation. Hence, you can rest assured and look forward to having a safe and memorable ABC tour with us. Our trek leaders are friendly and attentive guides who will assist you throughout the trek.

There are no age limits for Annapurna Base Camp trekking. So far, we have arranged ABC trekking for young climbers of 4 to 5 years and seniors well into their 70s without any hassles.

So, for a successful ABC tour, all you need is a good physical fitness level and proper preparations for the trek in terms of getting enough cardio and strength-building exercises.

You must develop optimal physical fitness for an enjoyable trekking experience. We recommend following these tips to prepare for your Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

• Do cardio exercises months before your actual trek. It can be swimming, jogging, brisk walking or running
• You can ascend hills or similar landscapes to get a hang of the trails
• Go hiking, if possible; you will know your fitness level and also what needs to be improved
• Follow a balanced diet to get optimal nutrition for your body
• Include strength training in your routine exercises, focus on your thighs and calve muscles

You must also have high-quality hiking boots for the best comfort and safety on the trails. Check out our blog on ‘Preparations for Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal’ for more details. 

Acute Mountain sickness can be avoided by taking some precautionary steps. A gradual ascend of the trails will reduce your chances of developing altitude sickness. Moreover, following these steps can secure you on your high-altitude trek. 

• Drinking sufficient amount of fluids to stay hydrated on the trails
• Consuming carbohydrate-rich and nutritionally balanced meals on the trek for a continuous supply of energy
• Abstaining from alcohol and tobacco consumption, including caffeine intake in excess. These will interfere with your acclimatization process.

If you are still hesitant about your Annapurna Base Camp trek due to the possibility of altitude sickness, we are here to ease your mind promptly. Our ABC itinerary is meticulously designed to leave no room for altitude sickness. We have planned the trek to accommodate enough days to ascend the trails gradually and acclimatization days for you at higher altitudes. 

We have well-trained local guides who have years of experience trekking in Annapurna. They are well-equipped to monitor your physical health condition. If you begin showing symptoms of altitude sickness, they will immediately carry out first aid and provide necessary medical assistance. In the worst-case scenario, if you do not feel well enough to continue your journey with the group, the assistant guide will stay with you until you recover enough to resume your trek. 

Hence, there is nothing to worry about, as we are well prepared to face any setbacks on your Annapurna trek.

The average walking pace on Annapurna is 2–4 kilometers per hour, depending on the terrain and altitude. As for the daily hike hours, it could be 5 to 7 hours. Your professional guide will maintain a manageable pace to avoid overexerting yourself and, more importantly, to ensure proper acclimatization.

Suspension bridges may be scary for some trekkers, but we assure you they are entirely safe as they are made from sturdy metals and in good condition. There are strong metal railings on the sides to grab as our guide helps you get across. 

Our guide will do their best to overcome your fear of suspension bridges. They will assist you in crossing these bridges and support you till you reach the other side safely. So, there is nothing to worry about. One viable trick to overcome your fear is to focus on the scenery rather than the bridge’s height and take one step at a time. 

No, we do not cancel the trek if anyone in the group feels unwell due to mountain sickness. We have particular measures for such unforeseen circumstances. First of all, your guide will assess the situation, and depending on the severity, they will suggest either descending to a lower altitude or resting for some time till they feel better. In extreme cases, they may also suggest emergency evacuation of those who are sick. The trek then continues as planned with the remaining trekkers. 

We provide full support and medical care for those who get altitude sickness. Our attending guides will always be with you to ensure your safety, so rest assured. 

Our guides will have First Aid kits with all the necessary medicines and medical equipment for the trek. You can ask your guide to provide a diamox if you feel unwell at higher elevations. It will help overcome altitude sickness. However, we recommend consulting your doctor before taking Diamox to avoid side effects. For adults, the prescribed dosage is  250 mg per day. 

Note: Mild symptoms of acute mountain sickness may include tingling of cheeks, lips, hands, and toes. You must hydrate yourself properly throughout the trek to prevent illness.

Our guides are licensed by the National Academy for Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM), established by the Government of Nepal in 1972. They have also completed the compulsory first-aid training to obtain their licenses, thus becoming expert professionals with years of experience in their field.

We emphasize packing lightly for the trek, carrying only the essentials with you, such as down jackets, sleeping bags, waterproof layers, quick-drying t-shirts, warm trekking pants, thermal wear, fleece jackets, gloves, etc. Other light gear will include high-quality hiking boots, trekking poles, a camera with memory cards, a headlamp, etc. 

A packing list for your ABC Trek gives you an idea about things that need to be carried according to the season wherein you are traveling. Also, it can prevent overpacking since the list will include only the essentials. 

Do not forget to bring your reusable bottles, first aid kits, water purifying tablets, and other toiletries, including lip balms and wet wipes. Energy bars and snacks are a must to replenish your energy levels on the trails.

There are many trekking gear shops in the Kathmandu Thamel area. You can get a range of quality trekking gear, from reusable water bottles, duffle bags, boots, down jackets, sleeping bags, etc, at excellent prices. 

Our Annapurna’s standard package does not provide oxygen cylinders and chamber bags. But it can be arranged at an extra cost. 

• 180 USD per oxygen cylinder
• 250 USD per chamber bag

Yes, we have some essential trekking gear for our trekkers, which must be returned at the end of the ABC trek. They are 4-season sleeping bags (-20 ºC), Down jackets (-20 ºC), and a duffel bag (70 liters).

We also have some gifts for you, including a cap, a t-shirt, an Annapurna Base Camp Trail map, and an ABC trek completion certificate with the highest elevation of the Annapurna trip mentioned. Please remember that we do not provide any other gear.

The load assigned for each porter is 20 to 25 kilograms. You will have one porter carrying the luggage of two trekkers. Your luggage should not weigh more than 12 to 13 kilograms.

Our 14-day package includes a centrally located 3-star hotel in the Lakeside area of Pokhara. Whereas for Kathmandu, you will stay in a 3-star hotel, namely WoodApple and Spa or any similar hotel.

Yes, leave your extra bags at Kathmandu’s hotel and collect them when you return from your trek. This will make it easier for you and your porter. This service is free of cost for our esteemed guests.

On the ABC trek, you will stay in the teahouses run by locals in the Annapurna region. These accommodations have all the essential amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Teahouses of lower elevations, such as those at Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Chuile, have attached bathrooms. For the rest, you need to share washrooms.

Twin rooms are offered at most teahouses, but once you cross Chhomrong and move up to Annapurna Base Camp, you must accommodate other trekkers in shared rooms (3 to 4 people).

Read our blog on ‘Accommodation around Annapurna Base Camp’ for an ultimate guide on ABC trek accommodations. 

You can extend your trip by having extra days in Kathmandu and Pokhara. We will arrange hotel stays for you accordingly. The hotel rates may vary depending on the location and facilities offered.

We can upgrade you to deluxe/ luxury hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara if you want to experience Nepal’s five-star hotels on your ABC Trek. However, it will incur extra charges on your trek package cost.

We can arrange upgrades according to your preferences, so let us know your preferred hotel in advance.

We can book single rooms for private trips in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Even on ABC trails, we can arrange private rooms for you at lower elevations, like Ulleri and Ghorepani. But, you may have to share accommodation with others (3 to 4 people) on higher elevations, such as Bamboo, Dovan, Deurali, and Annapurnapurna Base Camp, as teahouses are limited in these regions.

The scarcity of accommodation at higher altitudes and the rush of peak trekking seasons make it difficult for our guests to acquire private rooms.

Therefore, we request that you share rooms whenever we cannot arrange private rooms for you.

Yes, there are. The teahouses, the primary forms of accommodation on the Annapurna Base Camp trek, have private and shared bathrooms for trekkers. On lower elevations, you may get rooms with attached bathrooms. However, as you go up to higher elevations, you will have to use shared bathrooms, generally located outside the buildings. There are Western-style toilets at some teahouses, while others have squat toilets.

As for the shower facility, you must pay an extra fee to use hot showers at the teahouses. You must inform the teahouse manager in advance so that they can arrange a hot shower for you.  Moreover, as you approach closer to the base camp, they will provide hot water in a bucket if you need to shower. There are neither shower heads nor running water.

No, you cannot buy plastic bottles of mineral water. Due to environmental concerns, bottles are banned once you enter Annapurna Sanctuary.

It is recommended that reusable water bottles be carried. You can find numerous natural spring taps in your way, and you can fill your bottle occasionally.

Directly drinking this water can lead to various illnesses; we suggest you bring a filtered water bottle or use water purification tablets that our trekking guide carries. If you can stand the smell of chemicals, use Chlorine or Iodine tablets in the water.

Your hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara will provide complimentary breakfast during your stay. You will have to arrange your lunch and dinner.

On the ABC trek, you will have meals three times a day. There is a range of meal options for you to choose from, so rest assured and enjoy hearty meals at the teahouses. We have local staples like dal bhat (a meal set consisting of rice, lentil soup, seasonal vegetables, and pickles), rotis (flatbreads), momo, noodles, Tibetan bread, and others. Continental dishes like Pasta, pancakes, spaghetti, oatmeal, etc., are also available.

We suggest you refrain from having meat items as they may not be fresh because they source it from other vendors.

Yes, there are meal options for all the restricted diets, like vegans, gluten-intolerants, vegetarians, and others. Most guest houses and teahouses grow vegetables so that you can have fresh seasonal vegetable dishes at meals. 

You will need to inform your guide and the cook at the restaurant about your dietary choice when placing your orders. Also, you can bring snacks and energy bars to have while trekking.

Yes, we can. Please send us your arrival details in advance so we can arrange airport pickup and hotel accommodation for you.

Of course you can! Opting for flight services to travel to and from Kathmandu and Pokhara will save time and energy for other interesting excursions. However, you will need to pay extra fees to avail this service. 

For a one-way flight ticket between Kathmandu and Pokhara, you have to pay an extra charge of 90 USD. If you choose to fly both ways, you must pay 180 USD.

Yes, the teahouses on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route have electricity, so you can charge your electronic devices without hassle. But you will need to pay an additional fee to charge your device(s), and you also have to charge them in the communal dining hall as there are no charging sockets in the rooms, especially at higher altitude teahouses.

Charging costs may be levied hourly or per device, depending on the teahouse’s device charging policy. The charging costs are higher at higher elevations.

Helpful tip: The teahouses get overcrowded during the spring and autumn, so you may have to wait longer to get a port to charge your devices. Especially at high altitudes, the already limited teahouses will be brimming with trekkers. Therefore, having a high-capacity power bank with you is a good idea which you can charge first and, later, your other devices using your power bank.

We mainly use three plugs in Nepal: C, D, and M. As for the power supply, we usually have 50 Hz and 230 V. So, we suggest you bring a universal travel adapter for your convenience.

WiFi services are available at the teahouses on the ABC Trek. You will need to pay a fee to use their WiFi. Another option to stay connected on your trek is through mobile data, which you can avail of from the carrier you opted for while buying a Nepal SIM card. Ncell and Nepal Telecom have various mobile data plans for their customers.

Using mobile data is a cheaper option. However, in some parts of the ABC trail, especially in high altitudes, the internet connection may not work due to weak tower signals.

Yes, you can customize your Annapurna Base Camp Trek with us. From the duration of your itinerary to choosing places on the ABC trek or adding extra days in Pokhara and Kathmandu, we can accommodate all of your preferences to give you a personalized ABC Package. So, brief us about the changes you want to make to your ABC itinerary in advance, and we will include them in your package.

Reminder: Your custom trips will be considered private treks, and charges will be levied accordingly.

Including Ghorepani and Poon Hill in your ABC trip offers you an interesting mix of trekking at various altitudes, more exposure to local culture, and a splendid glacial expedition. Moreover, Ghorepani was an essential historical spot for trans-Himalayan salt traders. They used to rest their tired horses and mules here, providing them with water and food, hence the name Ghore’ horse,’ Pani’ water.’

Poon Hill is an iconic vantage point to watch the sunrise over Annapurna Himalaya’s snowy peaks. Leaving out Poon Hill on your ABC trek would mean losing out on one of the major attractions of Annapurna. 

Hence, adding Ghorepani and Poon Hill hike to your ABC trek will make it a complete trekking experience of the Annapurna region.

Yes! Our 9-day Annapurna Base Camp Heli Trek package has the option for helicopter return. You will trek to the ABC (4,130 m - the highest point of the trek) for the first six days. Once at the base camp, you will stay overnight, enjoying the incredible panorama of Mt. Annapurna and its ranges. The next day, you will board a helicopter and fly back to Pokhara.

You can enjoy the fantastic view of Annapurna Massif and the surrounding scenic landscapes from the chopper. Being the best way to explore the region by foot and a thrilling helicopter ride, it is a convenient mode of transport, saving your time and energy for other activities.

Yes, we offer guided tours of Kathmandu. You can have guided day tours in Kathmandu at the beginning or end of your trip. Please let us know if you are interested so we can arrange them for you.

Besides the fact that both of these treks, be it Annapurna Base Camp Trek or Everest Base Camp Trek, are exhilarating adventures of Nepal’s Himalayas, they offer unique trekking experiences in terms of landscapes, altitude variation, trip duration, etc.

If you are looking for a more leisurely trip to the Himalayas, Annapurna Nepal Trek is much less strenuous, lasting between 8 to 14 days, with moderate elevation gains. Hence, it is a more accessible trek providing stunning views of the Annapurna ranges.

On the other hand, Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is a challenging trip of 14 to 20 days, taking you to an elevation as high as 5,643 meters above sea level (Kala Patthar). The trails are comparatively higher, so the chances of developing Mountain Sickness are also higher. But, we have included enough acclimatization days in your itinerary to prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), so you can rest assured.

One of the highlights of the EBC trek is the mountain flight you will board at the beginning and end of your trip to travel between Kathmandu (1,355 m) and Lukla (the gateway to EBC). The flight to Lukla’s Tenzing-Hillary Airport (2,846 m) is a thrilling adventure, as it is one of the world’s highest airports. 

So, to choose an ideal package, you must first decide what sort of adventure you want to experience in Nepal. Once you do that, you can easily choose the best trek.

We will have to check the availability of rooms at the hotel if you return earlier or later than the scheduled dates. We will immediately arrange another hotel for you if no rooms are available at that hotel. Our team will handle all the matters related to allocating accommodations for our guests to ensure your comfortable stay. So, rest assured and let us know in advance if there are changes to your travel plan.

Yes, you can have your Mardi Himal Trek combined with Poon Hill Trek to experience both of these regions. You can even combine the Mardi Himal trek with the more extended ‘Annapurna Base Camp with the Poon Hill trek’ for an extended trekking adventure.

Let us know your preferences, and we will respond promptly. 

Apart from the apparent difference in the number of days, several other differences make the Short Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek (11 days) different from our 14-day ABC Trek.

The Short ABC Trek includes flight travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara, enabling you to start your actual trek on the second day of the trip. So, you will spend just one night in Pokhara after you return from the ABC trek.

On the other hand, the 14-day ABC Trek features two nights in Pokhara, one at the beginning and one at the end of the trek. It also has an extra trekking day on the ABC trail.

Striking differences between our Instant ABC and 14-day ABC trek packages are the trekking routes, duration of the trips, and the different transportation modes.

The 8-day Instant ABC package has flight services between Kathmandu and Pokhara, one at the beginning and another at the end of the trip, thereby reducing the long bus journey to Pokhara (6 to 7 hours) into just 30 minutes of air commute.

Of the Total eight days, you will spend five trekking on the trails to and from Annapurna Base Camp. The trekking route is also different as you will drive straight to Jhinu Danda from Pokhara and begin the hike up to Sinuwa. From Sinuwa, you will reach Deurali and go towards Annapurna Base Camp. You will take the same route back to Jhinu Danda and drive to Pokhara.

As for our 14-day ABC trek package, you will spend two days traveling between Kathmandu and Pokhara on tourist buses. The drive lasts 6 or 7 hours, taking you through Nepal’s towns and villages.

The 14-day ABC trek has eight days of trekking on the trails to and from Annapurna Base Camp. The trekking route begins from Birethanti, moving on to Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Tadapani, Chhomrong, Sinuwa, Dovan, Deurali, and Annapurna Base Camp via Machhapuchhre Base Camp. On your return journey, you will trace your steps back to Chhomrong via the same route, and from there, you will descend to Jhinua. You drive back to Pokhara from Jhinu’s jeep station the next day. 

The Annapurna Base Camp Nepal trek is a relatively shorter hike of 8 to 14 days that mainly takes you to the Annapurna Sanctuary. 4,130 m is the highest elevation of the ABC trek. On this trek, you will have striking views of the snow-capped mountains of the Annapurna ranges.

Annapurna Circuit trek, as the title denotes, takes you around the Annapurna mountain ranges on a trek lasting from 14 to 18 days.

Thorong La Pass is the highest point, with an elevation of 5,416 meters. Hence, the circuit trek focuses mainly on high-altitude trekking, providing even more diverse landscapes.

We suggest you carry at least 25000 rupees in cash for your Annapurna Base Camp Trek expenses. Personal expenses will be incurred for hot showers, internet or phone usage, drinking water, snacks, beverages, etc.

This is just a rough estimate of your expenses; it may vary according to your spending habits. You can use your bank card at only a few places on the trails, so you must carry enough cash on your ABC trekking.

Tipping is widely prevalent in Nepal. Generally, trekkers tip their porters, guides, and drivers on the last day (Pokhara) to express appreciation for their assistance during the trek. As for the amount, you can decide how much you want to tip your trek helpers; any amount is highly appreciated.

ABC Trekking in Nepal, one of the popular treks in the region, attracts hundreds of trekkers every year. According to our package itinerary, it starts from Birethanti, the trailhead of the Annapurna trekking route. To reach Birethanti, you will have to drive an hour from Pokhara. From there, the route extends to other Annapurna villages, such as Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill and so on.

The trail from Annapurna Base Camp leads you through Deurali, Dovan, Sinuwa, Chhomrong, and Jhinu Danda, the last point of the Annapurna trekking trails. From there, you will take a jeep ride back to Pokhara.

The Annapurna Base Camp itself (at an elevation of 4,130 m above sea level)! From this highest point of the trail, watch over the snowy peaks of Annapurna Massif.

The Annapurna Massif lies in Nepal’s north-central Gandaki region. Situated within the Annapurna Conservation Area, it comprises massive peaks like Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), etc. Pokhara City is the starting point of the Annapurna trek and many others.

Mount Annapurna I, the world’s 10th highest peak, is the first eight-thousander summited in 1950 by Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal. Annapurna I’s summit expeditions are known for their challenging features, like steep and slippery trails, unpredictable weather, freezing temperatures, extremely thin air, avalanches, etc.

Annapurna I is also revered as the Goddess of Harvest, which explains the sanctity of Annapurna Sanctuary. It is the key attraction of Annapurna Circuit Trekking.

The natural beauty of Annapurna I and its surrounding mountain peaks, combined with its spiritual and historical background, makes it the highlight of the Annapurna region.

Yes, you must wear proper swimsuits to bathe at Jhinu Danda’s hot springs.

You will need two trekking permits for your Annapurna Base Camp trek. They are:

• Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit and
• Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Card

Nepal Hiking Team arranges these permits for you and handles other government taxes on your behalf so you can have a hassle-free ABC Nepal trip.

You will begin your uphill trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill at 4:00 am or 4:30 am, depending on the season.

Since you will be hiking on these high terrains in complete darkness, we recommend you carry flashlights and wear warm clothes.

Ulleri’s staircase has approximately 3,200 to 3,500 steps.

Annapurna Conservation Area has many unique fauna typically found in these regions. They include Himalayan Thar, Black Bear, Langur, barking deer, etc. You can also spot birds like vultures, pheasants, and eagles.