trekking 📍 Nepal

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

◷ 16 Days / 15 Nights ⌖ Kathmandu / Kathmandu ▥ Moderate

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Duration

16 Days / 15 Nights

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Max Altitude

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Difficulty

Moderate

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Best Season

Mar–May, Oct–Nov

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Start / End

Kathmandu / Kathmandu

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Group Size

2–16 Pax

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Meals

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Accommodation

See accommodation categories below

Overview

A complete Nepal journey combining the cultural heritage of Kathmandu, the beauty of Pokhara and the classic Annapurna Base Camp trek. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, walk through traditional mountain villages and rhododendron forests, enjoy the sunrise from Poon Hill, reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 metres and relax in the natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda.

Trip Highlights

✓ Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Property: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Patan, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Bhaktapur.

✓ Traditional Ason Bazaar and a rickshaw ride through the historic streets of Kathmandu.

✓ Pokhara: Devi’s Fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Tibetan Camp and Phewa Lake.

✓ Poon Hill (3,210 m) sunrise with panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

✓ Beautiful trails through rhododendron, bamboo and mountain forests.

✓ Traditional Gurung villages including Tadapani, Chhomrong and Jhinu Danda.

✓ Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m) and Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m).

✓ Sunrise at Annapurna Base Camp surrounded by spectacular Himalayan peaks.

✓ Natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda after the main trekking section.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

🗺️ Annapurna Base Camp Trek — Route Map 16 stops · click a marker for details

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Day-by-day itinerary

1 Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu • Ason Bazaar & Rickshaw Ride ⌄

Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Hotel check-in from 14:00. In the afternoon, visit Ason Bazaar, one of the oldest local markets in Kathmandu, and explore the historic streets by traditional rickshaw. Overnight in Kathmandu.

1 Day 2 – Kathmandu • Swayambhunath & Patan ⌄

Visit Swayambhunath, the famous hilltop Buddhist stupa overlooking Kathmandu Valley. Continue to Kathmandu Durbar Square with its historic temples and traditional squares. In the afternoon, visit Patan Durbar Square, known for its beautiful Newari art and architecture. Overnight in Kathmandu.

1 Day 3 – Kathmandu → Pokhara ⌄

Scenic road journey to Pokhara. On arrival, visit Devi’s Fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Tibetan Camp and Phewa Lake. Enjoy the evening around Lakeside. Overnight in Pokhara.

1 Day 4 – Pokhara → Nayapul → Tikhedhunga (1,540 m) ⌄

Drive to Nayapul and begin the trek through Birethanti. Follow the trail along the Modi Khola and continue to Tikhedhunga. Overnight in a trekking lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 5 – Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani (2,860 m) ⌄

Trek through Ulleri and continue through beautiful rhododendron and forested hills to Ghorepani. Overnight in Ghorepani. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 6 – Poon Hill Sunrise → Tadapani (2,630 m) ⌄

Early morning walk to Poon Hill for sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. After breakfast, continue through rhododendron forest to Tadapani. Overnight in Tadapani. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 7 – Tadapani → Chhomrong (2,170 m) ⌄

Trek through beautiful mountain scenery and traditional Gurung villages before reaching Chhomrong, an important village on the route to Annapurna Base Camp. Overnight in Chhomrong. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 8 – Chhomrong → Bamboo (2,310 m) ⌄

Descend to Chhomrong Khola and continue through Sinuwa and the forested trail to Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 9 – Bamboo → Deurali (3,230 m) ⌄

Continue through bamboo, rhododendron and Himalayan forest. The valley becomes narrower as you approach the high mountains. Overnight in Deurali. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 10 – Deurali → Machhapuchhre Base Camp → Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) ⌄

Continue to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and enter the spectacular Annapurna Sanctuary. Reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 metres, surrounded by some of the region’s most impressive peaks. Overnight at Annapurna Base Camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 11 – Annapurna Base Camp Sunrise → Bamboo ⌄

Enjoy sunrise from Annapurna Base Camp. After breakfast, begin the descent through the valley and return to Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 12 – Bamboo → Jhinu Danda (1,760 m) ⌄

Continue downhill through forest and mountain villages to Jhinu Danda. In the afternoon, relax in the natural hot springs. Overnight in Jhinu Danda. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

1 Day 13 – Jhinu Danda → Nayapul → Pokhara ⌄

Final descent to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara. Enjoy a comfortable evening after completing the trek. Overnight in Pokhara. Breakfast and dinner included.

1 Day 14 – Pokhara → Kathmandu by Flight ⌄

Morning flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel and free time to relax or explore. Overnight in Kathmandu.

1 Day 15 – Pashupatinath • Boudhanath • Bhaktapur ⌄

After breakfast, visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. Continue to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, one of the historic monument zones of the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Property. Return to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

1 Day 16 – Departure ⌄

Breakfast and transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight. Check-out by 12:00 noon. End of our services.

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Inclusions/Exclusions

✓ Included

✓ Airport arrival and departure transfers.
✓ Private transportation according to the programme.
✓ Pokhara–Kathmandu domestic flight.
✓ Selected accommodation according to the chosen category.
✓ Daily breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
✓ Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trekking section as mentioned in the programme.
✓ Professional local guide in the requested language according to the programme.
✓ Experienced licensed trekking guide.
✓ Porter service (1 porter for 2 trekkers).
✓ Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card.
✓ Sightseeing and entrance fees mentioned in the programme.
✓ Basic trekking support and first-aid kit.
✓ Government taxes and service charges.
✓ Swornim assistance throughout the journey.

× Excluded

× International airfare.
× Nepal visa fee (USD 30 for 15 days).
× Travel insurance, including trekking and emergency evacuation cover.
× Personal trekking equipment and gear.
× Personal expenses, drinks and meals not mentioned.
× Tips and gratuities.
× Optional experiences.
× Extra nights or services not mentioned in the programme.
× Costs due to circumstances beyond Swornim’s control, including weather, landslides, flight disruptions or other unforeseen events.

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