Annapurna Base Camp Trek, also known as the 'ABC Trek,' is an illustrious journey in the Annapurna Himalayas. It brings you close to the high mountains like Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and many more. It is a 14-day natural and cultural trip where you explore the charming natural attractions of green forests, flowers, rivers, waterfalls, white mountains, and more with Unesco Heritage Sites in Kathmandu and Nepal's Gurung and Magar culture.
The Trekking trail leads through various climates, landscapes, and typical villages up to the Annapurna Base Camp. You will see magnificent views of high snow-capped mountains like Annapurna I, Himchuli, Baraha Shikhar, Tent Peak, Gangapurna, Machhapuchchhre (Fishtail), and more from the Base Camp. The sunrise and sunset colors on these high mountains look superb, as you can see from your guesthouse.
Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is moderate, so everyone with healthy determination can complete it. It can be a practice trip before the high passes, adventure treks, or Everest Base Camp.
You will walk through several terrains and landscapes while trekking to the Annapurna Base camp. It is also famous as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. The Annapurna Sanctuary is inside the Annapurna Conservation, rich in various flora, fauna, and other natural attractions, including Gurung and Magar culture. Before reaching the Base Camp, you will walk through terraced rice fields and typical villages to dense rhododendrons, oak, and bamboo forests.
10-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary Overview
The 10-day Trekking Itinerary of the Annapurna Base Camp begins in Pokhara with a drive to Birethanti on the first day. On the second day, the trek continues to Ulleri through Matathanti, Lamo Duwali, Sudame, Hile, and Tikhedhunga. The first day is pretty straightforward, but the last part of Ulleri will be challenging because of the ascending trail with more than 3,000 stone steps.
After spending the first night in Ulleri, you trek to Ghorepani on the second day through a dense rhododendron forest. If you are on this trek in Spring, you will see nicely bloomed, colorful rhododendron flowers in the jungle.
On the third day, you hike to Poon Hill to see divine sunrise and magnificent views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massif and walk back to Ghorepani. After breakfast, the trek goes to Tadapani, walking through the deep forest again. The trip goes to Chhomrong on the fourth day through long down and uphill trails. The Chhomrong is one of the big Gurung villages on a lap of small hills.
On the fifth day, the trip continues to Dovan after Chhomrong. The trail descends through Chhomrong Village for about half an hour and ascends to Sinuwa for an hour and a half. After Sinuwa, it enters the forest again and passes through a deep valley of the Modi River. Along the way to Dovan are charming waterfalls and dense bamboo bushes.
After the Himalaya Hotel, the trip goes to Deurali on the sixth day and the Annapurna Base Camp on the seventh through Machhapuchchhre Base Camp (MBC). When you reach close to MBC, the scenery changes dramatically with open views of the high mountains. You will see the magnificent color of the Annapurna Mountains in the evening with the sunset and see the massive Annapurna Glacier from very close.
After enjoying the sunrise view over the Himalayas, the trip returns to Bamboo through the same route on the 8th day and Jhinu Danda on the 9th. In Jhinu Danda, you enjoy hot springs and drive to Pokhara on the tenth day to complete the trek.
Note: This 10-day Itinerary is a classic one for usual trekkers, but you can do it in 9 days as a short ABC Trek if you are a regular and experienced hiker or use a different route.
Trek Map of Annapurna Base Camp
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Map with altitude detail
Frolic Adventure has set a 14-day trekking map for Annapurna Base Camp, which starts counting the day with your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport and ends with the final departure to your home. According to our trekking map, you spend nine nights in the mountains and arrive in Nepal's second-biggest city, Pokhara, on the 10th day of the trek.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our airport agent will greet you warmly and take you to the hotel on private transport. You will meet our tour operator there and discuss the program for the next day.
The second day of the trip map sets for a full-day Kathmandu tour when you visit four world heritage sites of UNESCO Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath), Bouddhanath, and Pashupatinath (see open cremation) and prepare the trek in the evening.
After a two-night stay in Kathmandu, the third day is spent in Pokhara. We provide a tourist bus according to the service inclusion. You can also fly instead of taking a long bus ride. You stay one night in Pokhara before the trek starts and another after the trip.
Our trip map for the Annapurna Base Camp trekking is dedicated to regular trekkers, but it can be modified according to your time and fitness. For those who do not have enough time to complete a 10-day itinerary, we arrange a 6-day short ABC Trek through different routes.
Best Time or Season to Trek to Annapurna Base Camp
Autumn and Spring are two recommended trekking seasons to trek to Annapurna Base Camp. You can also hike in winter, but there are better times than in summer. You will cross several wooden bridges over streams. The bridges stay slippery due to rain; it can not be safe to trek in the monsoon to the Annapurna Base Camp. Also, it rains a lot, and deep clouds cover the mountains. Check the information on the ideal trekking seasons to ABC below:
Autumn Season
September brings autumn and stays until November. It is the busiest and the best time to trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Nature looks fresh, and the mountains are bright at this time in the Annapurna region, so we recommend everyone visit ABC in autumn. However, the first half of September still might have some rainy days, and clouds cover the mountains. The waterfalls on the ABC trail are significant and attractive in September.
There will be considerable numbers of trekkers on this trail in autumn, which can cause difficulties in some cases, like lack of accommodation. You might have to share a dormitory bed for a few nights, like at the Himalaya Hotel, Deurali, and Annapurna Base Camp.
Spring Season
March to May is considered the spring season in Nepal, so it is also the best time for the Annapurna Sanctuary trek. It is a warm season compared to autumn, but some snowfall might be near the Base Camp. You see the magnificent forest around the Ghorepani Poon Hill area at this time with blooming rhododendron.
Trekking Preparation for Annapurna Base Camp
The ABC Trek is relatively easy. However, it is a mountain trip, so you must be well prepared. First, you must be determined to be mentally ready to trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Reading articles about the ABC Trek and watching videos that provide trip-related information is better.
After mental preparation, physical training and exercises are the most important things to be well prepared for the ABC Trek. You should hike for a few hours every day or at least once a week for a few months before you go to Annapurna Base Camp. Remember to carry around 5-6 kg weight on your back while hiking because you will take this much on your daypack during the trek.
In addition to hiking, you can also run a few kilometers/miles daily, which is suitable for cardio and leg exercise. If your legs are fit, the many uphill and downhill trails will not be a problem for your knees and thighs.
Annapurna Base Camp: What Can You Expect from the Trek
Divine Mountain Views
You will visit Poon Hill on the second day during the ABC Trek, which is a stunning viewpoint. You see divine mountain views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges with unblocked sunrise. Not just from Poon Hill, you see a similar view of Poon Hill while walking to Tadapani. Tadapani is also located on a hill station so that you can see magnificent views of Mt. Fishtail and other tall mountains again.
You won't see many mountains after Chhomrong until Machhapuchchhre Base Camp because you will walk through a deep valley. Once you reach MBC, you will be above the tree line, and there is nothing to block the mountains. The views in the morning with the sunrise and in the evening with the sunset look mindblowing from the Annapurna Base Camp.
Walking Through Charming Nature
You will be walking through charming nature while trekking to Annapurna Base Camp. Green vegetation, flowers, Bamboo bushes, and more provide fresh air along the way in this trek. You will see many rivers and waterfalls on the side of the walking trails from the beginning until the Base Camp.
Experiencing Gurung and Magar Culture
The Annapurna region is home to the Gurung and Magar ethnic people. These people have their own culture and customs. They have long been famous as the brave Gurkhas in Indian and British regiments. They also farm and gather in one place in the field in the evening after a whole day of work to sing and dance, called 'Rodhi.' You can also see this kind of program and sometimes join in.
Trip Cost for Annapurna Base Camp
The trekking cost for the Annapurna Base Camp abstains from the service inclusion and number of people in the group. We operate a full-board trip, which includes a guide, porter, lodge, food, and legal paper for the trek, with heritage tours in Kathmandu. We also provide a trekking guide service if you want to hire a guide for the Annapurna Base Camp. Taking a guide seems cheaper initially, but the total costs come to the entire board in the end, and it may be vexing to manage things yourself. Check the price of the trek according to the group size below:
- 1 Trekker: 1099 USD - Book the trip uper right botton
- 2-4 Trekkers: 999 USD - Book Now
- 5- 10 Trekkers: 850 USD - Book Now
We offer special discounts for groups of more than two trekkers and families. To take advantage of our special offer for this trek, don't hesitate to contact us through email or WhatsApp at +977 9851043624.
Trekking Agency for Annapurna Base Camp: Local Vs. Overseas
Hundreds of local and overseas trekking agencies are traveling to Annapurna Base Camp. You get a better offer from the local operator than an overseas one for this trek. Some people might be worried about payment difficulties and how trustworthy the local companies are before booking their trip.
You might have many questions about the trip before you go there, so the local agencies are better informed about every new change on the trekking route than overseas agencies. Hence, you get genuine information prompts if you book the trip with the Nepalese operator.
Explore Annapurna Base Camp with the Best Company
After getting information about the trek, length, attractions, cost, and more, you should consider trekking to Annapurna Base Camp. Yes, you are thinking right about choosing a top destination. Frolic Adventure is the best travel company that provides an experienced guide certified by the Nepalese government.
We have been operating this trip since 2016 after guiding many trekkers to Annapurna Base Camp for over two decades. Remember us for a reasonable cost for your ABC Trek in Nepal.
