The Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the shortest itinerary, taking you from Pokhara to the famous mountain base camp and back to Pokhara. It is a rapid trek to the Annapurna Base Camp, so rather than making a circle through the Ghorepani Poon Hill route, you Trek straight up to the Base Camp and return the same way.
This Annapurna Base Camp is also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. The Ghorepani Poon Hill route, a regular ABC Trekking package, takes 10 days. A rapid Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trip begins from Jhinu Danda after driving a few hours from Pokhara. This Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a perfect practice trip for longer, higher-altitude treks, such as the Everest Base Camp Trek.
This 6-day ABC Trek passes through traditional villages and dense forests, following the Modi River after getting off the car before reaching the Annapurna Base Camp. It is an excellent combination of charming nature and culture, making it a memorable mountain trip in Nepal.
If you want a thrilling mountain adventure experience without spending weeks upon weeks on a trek, our popular 6-Day ABC Trekking package might be one of the best options.
From this trek, you will have an opportunity to see some of the high, snow-capped mountains, such as Annapurna South (7,219 m), Hiuchuli (6,441 m), Machhapuchchhre (6,993 m), Gangapurna (7,445 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), Gandarbha Chuli (6,248 m), and more, including Annapurna I (8,091 m). Our 6-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you very close to these high mountains within a few days of walking from the beautiful lake city of Pokhara.
Besides these beautiful high mountains, the green nature, rivers, waterfalls, rice fields, natural hot springs, and lifestyle of ethnic Gurung people infatuate you during this Six-Day ABC Trek.
Our Six-Day Annapurna Sanctuary Trek leads you through the Annapurna Conservation Area, where you can see some wild animals like barking deer, Himalayan Langur (grey monkey), and others, with lots of different types of birds. Annapurna Region is also a sacred zone, so you can see some temples and shrines along the way. Taking meat other than a goat in this region is strictly prohibited after the Bamboo village. Also, the ABC region has a unique management system, so they control plastic. They do not sell bottled water, but they sell boiled, filtered water after Sinuwa.
This short, comfortable 6-day ABC Trek offers the spirit of adventure without the difficulties. Frolic Adventure arranges everything upon your arrival in Kathmandu, taking you to Pokhara and then to the Annapurna Base Camp. We arrange everything necessary for this Trek, such as a Trekking guide, porter, accommodation, transportation, PE, permits, and more.
What to pack for This Short Trek?
It is a Short Trek, so you do not need to pack lots of gear, but warm clothes are recommended. If you are on a trek from December to February, you must have extra warm clothing, and do not forget to take rain gear. Check here for the things to bring for this short Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.
- Sun hat
- Warm TwoTwoTwoTwoat
- Two trekking shirts (long and short according to the temperature)
- Fleece jacket or wind stopper
- Down jacket
- Warm gloves
- Thermal layers
- 2 Trekking trousers (zip-off recommended)
- Windproof trouser
- Three pairs of trekking socks
- Quality trekking boots
- Sports shoes and water sandals
- Rucksack or duffel bag
- Daypack
- Water bottle
- Trekking poles
- Sunglasses
- Sun lotion
- Lip balm
- Moisturizer cream
- Toilet rolls
- Wet napkins
- Swimming costume
- Lightweight quick-dry towel
- Gaiters (if you are on a trek from November to March)
- Rain gear
- Powerbank for battery charging
- Extra camera battery
- Multi-use power socket
- Flashlight
- Sleeping bag and earplugs
- First-Aid kit and toiletries
- Plastic bags for wet clothes and dirty socks
About Lodge, Food, and Drink During Short ABC Trek
There are some lodges along the Short ABC Trekking trail. You reach Chhomrong on the first day after leaving the car in Jhinu. Chhomrong is a large village, so you can find accommodation quickly on the first day. Afterward, you go to the Himalaya Hotel, crossing Sinuwa, Bamboo, and Dovan.
There are limited lodges after you cross Chhomrong village. So, if you are a solo trekker, you probably need to share accommodation in these areas during the busiest times, like October, November, March, and April. The rooms in the guesthouses are clean, with comfortable beds. Every guesthouse has one quilt and pillow on each bed, but you must bring a sleeping bag for the Trek.
For food, you will have a menu at the lodge where you stay. You can order food from the menu, including Western and local items. It means you do not always have local dishes during this 5-Day Short ABC Trek. It is a sacred region, so they do not serve meat on their menu after Sinuwa until the Base Camp.
The Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking region has a unique management system that controls plastic. You cannot buy bottled water after Chhomrong during this Six-Day ABC Trek. The guesthouses sell boiled and filtered water that you can fill in your bottle, costing 100 to 200 NPR.
