Trip Overview

Maximum Altitude  4,130m/13,810ft
Trip Duration 11 Days
Group Size 1 to 30
Best Time Autumn/Fall
Difficulty Level Moderate
Start / End Point Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Total Distance 110km/68Miles
Activity 4-6 hrs walking(Approx.)
Nature of Trek Teahouses/Lodge

Are you ready to stand up in front of Annapurna Base Camp within 10 days trek?  If yes, on this post you will learn everything you should know regarding Annapurna Base Camp Trek Via Poon Hill in 10days time.

IN Nepal, there are the two most popular base camp hikes. They are Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp. In fact, mostly rocky hikers select ABC trek before E

Unlike Everest Base Camp Trek, you can do this trek if you’re a novice trekker. It is the classical treks in the world that offers breathtaking Mountain View, the sight of the typical Nepali village, and allows you to enjoy inside the Annapurna Conservation area.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek(In short ABC )is one of the most wanted hikes throughout the world. It is an astonishing walk via assorted landscape exploring diverse culture, traditional lifestyle, passing the gleaming mountain vistas and terraced fields. We can find a wide variety of flora and fauna during the hike to ABC.

As the journey leads us to the base of the Annapurna I(the 10th tallest mountain in the world), it is gaining popularity because of the duration and level of difficulty.

On the basis of the difficulty of trekking, ABC is a moderately difficult trek in Annapuran Region.

sunrise at Annapurna Base Camp

As this hike starts the magnificent views of the Himalayan ranges, peaceful nature, and cultural richness. Upon reaching the base camp of Annapurna, you shall have the magnificent views of Mt. Annapurna (8,091m), Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m), and several other peaks.

If you are planning to trek in spring, it provides spectacular views of beautiful flowers including rhododendron, the national flower of our country. Passing via astonishing farmlands, breathtaking landscapes, amazing Gurung and Magar villages, and the forest is a lifetime experience in itself.

How to Go and Away?

Kathmandu is the starting point and Pokhara is the ending point of ABC Hiking. If you want to fly Kathmandu to Pokhara, it takes 25 minutes to reach Pokhara. But, if you don’t want to stay in Pokhara before the ABC trek, We can go directly from Kathmandu to the trekking starting point Nayapul by using Bus or Microbus. Kathmandu to Nayapaul takes about 9-10 hours by driving.

It’s easy to go to the starting point of the ABC trek. If you start your trek from Kathmandu then you need to go directly to Nayapul(Starting Point) of ABC by catching the Bus from New Buspark, Kathmandu.

But if you don’t want to drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara, you can take a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. and if you wish to stay one night at Pokhara before trek and don’t want to fly, you need to catch Tourist Bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara at 6:30 Am.

After returning back from Base camp, you can either take a Bus or Private Car from Ghandruk to Pokhara or Nayapul to Pokhara. You can also come back to Kathmandu directly from Nayapul.

Let’s dive into how to go Abc:

  • Take a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara 25min. and drive to Nayapul to start a trek
  • Catch a Local Microbus from KTM to Pokhara or up to Nayapul.
  • KTM to Pokhara by Tourist Bus(7 hours) and Next day drive to Nayapul

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Short trek implies a short version of the ABC route. Even if you are going to trek the first time in Nepal, you can do ABC short trek in 7 days. In this short version, Ghandruk starts and Ends Point. We will drive up to the Road ending point of Ghandruk at the beginning of the trek. And after back from ABC, we’ll take a vehicle from Kimche- Ghandruk.

7 days Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek is the best alternative for those who want to accomplish the ABC trek in a short period. If you’re an experienced trekker you can do even 5 to 6 days from KTM to Pokhara.

on the way to Annapurna Base Camp

There are plenty of major reasons behind the popularity of the ABC trek. Among them, following the list are highlights.

  1. A short trek around Pokhara
  2. Have the picturesque views of Annapurna ranges, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and other peaks closely.
  3. Amazing view of Modi River from beginning to the final destination
  4. Gurung Museum in the hamlets of Ghandruk
  5. Bee Hives View at Kyumi
  6. Enjoy the natural Hot Springs at Jhinu Danda
  7. The first and last rays of the sun over the stunning Himalayas

Itinerary of Annapurna Base Camp Via Poon Hill

Days Itinerary Altitude Hour
Day 1 Kathmandu to Nayapul Drive and trek to Birethanti 1100m 10 hr
Day 2 Birethanti to Banthanti 2220m 8 hr
Day 3 Banthanti to Ghorepani 2875m 5 hr
Day 4 Ghorepani to Tadapani via Poon Hill 2630m 4 – 5 hr
Day 5 Tadapani to Chhumrong 2,140m 6 hr
Day 6 Chhomrong to Deurali 3200m 7 – 8 hr
Day 7 Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp 800m 3-4 hr
Day 8 ABC to Bamboo 1300m 7-8 hr
Day 9 Bamboo to Jhinu 1300m 7-8 hr
Day 10 Jhinu to Pokhara 1300m 7-8 hr
11th Pokhara to Kathmandu 1300m 7-8 hr

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Nayapul to Tadapani

Day 5: Tadapani to Chhomrong

After Tadapani, the trail slides down through the timberland and we can hear flying creatures’ sounds. In the wake of strolling down around 55 minutes, the trail goes extremely steep downhill through the terraced field to Kimrung Khola.

We will cross the suspension bridge and stroll to Gurjung, the trail climbs up after Gurjung for around 50 minutes. From there a little bit down and straight to Chhomrong. It takes an approx hour to get to the hotel in Chhomrung. Remain medium-term at Lodge.

Day : 6 Chhomrong to Dovan

The hiking trail descends down 320 meters through thousands of stone staircase crosses up to Chhomrong Khola. Subsequently crosses Chhumrung Khola bridge and climbs up to Sinuwa (2340m).

At Sinuwa, we will have lunch. Afterward, we will stroll through Rhododendron Forest. Trail is more straight but lots of up and down before Bamboo. From Bamboo slide up stroll to Dovan approx 1 hour.

Day: 7 Dovan to Deurali

We go through bamboo woods which are soggy and cold at that point climb consistently with a couple of soak segments. It is simply subsequent to achieving the Himalaya Hotel that the woods open up and we are out in the sun again with amazing perspectives on the chilly waterway beneath. After having lunch at Himalaya, we will move to our destination. 1-hour walk from Himalaya you will be in Hinku Cave. From that point, we can see Deurali. From Hinku cavern to Deurali is an additional troublesome part if there is snow.

abc trek

Day: 8 Deurali to ABC

  • Duration: 5 hour
  • Max Elevation:4130m

After Deurali, there is an avalanche place. We can leave this part by following alternative ways. The valleys are wide after Deurali and the way is not ascended like the down of Deurali. Approx 2 hours from Deurali we will be in Machhapuchhre Base Camp(3700m). There are 4 loges in MBC.

After having lunch at MBC we will move to Annapurna Base Camp(4130m). It takes about 2 hours to reach ABC from Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Stay your goal night at ABC with cold temperature. From ABC you will see:

  1. Annapurna South(7219m)
  2. Hiuchuli (6641m)
  3. Annapurna Fang (7647m)
  4. Annapurna I (8091m)
  5. Tent Peak (6065m)
  6. Tharpu Chuli (5695m)
  7. Glacier Dome (7091m)
  8. Gangapurna (7454m)
  9. Annapurna III (7455)
  10. Gandharva Chuli (6048m)
  11. Machhapuchhre (6997m)

on the way to base camp

Day: 9 Back to Bamboo

Fill your tummy with a yummy breakfast and relax for a while. Later, check out from the hotel and proceed for your onward journey. In the evening, enjoy a tasty dinner on the Dhow cruise. Later, head back to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day: 10 Trekking up to Jhinu

The trekking type of day is some hour up and some hour down. Afterward Bamboo first 30 min up and up to Upper Sinuwa up and down but more flatter.

Upper Sinuwa to Chhorong Khola descends around 1 hour. We will have lunch at Lower Sinuwa. Chhomrong Khola to Chhomrong is steep up around half an hour. It steeps down to Jhinu from Chhomrong.

We will put our bagpack and move down 30 minutes to the river to have a Hot Spring. This is the last of your ABC trek.

Day: 11 Trek to Siwai and Drive to Pokhara

Stroll down to Kyumi which takes around 4 hours. At Kyumi You will have lunch. From Kyumi around 30 minutes, stroll to the Jeep station and we will drive to Pokhara. Jeep station to Pokhara takes around 3 hours.

Cost Includes:

  • Private transfers for your international flight 2 times (arrival/ departure).
  • Tourist Bus transfer from Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu as a round trip.
  • 2 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • 1-night accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast.
  • Meals during Trekking Days, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
  • Trekking permitsand TIMS Card for Trek.
  • Experienced English speaking license holder local guide for 10 days.
  • 1 strong porter for on the basis of 2 guests.
  • Guide and Porter’s food, accommodation, insurance, and necessary ground transportation.
  • Pokhara Fewa Lakeside to Nayapul & from Dhampus Phedi to Fewa Lakeside transportation by private vehicle.
  • First Aids Kit.
  • Duffel Bag.
  • Fingertip Pulse Oximeter ( To minimize Altitude risk ).
  • Local fresh fruit ( Pomegranates and Apple and .. )
  • 13% Government VAT and official charge.

Cost Excludes

  • Nepal entry visa fee.
  • Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu and Pokhara city.
  • Any types of Drinks and Bar Bills.
  • Any types of personal nature expenses.
  • Personal trekking equipment and Clothing.
  • Tips for the crew.
  • Any other things which are not mentioned on INCLUDED.

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reviewer Awesome Trek
Peter

We were 2 friends who did the Annapurna Base Camp trek via Ghorepani Poon Hill with guide Ram and porter Dipendra Jan/Feb 2018. It was very comfortable, familiar, and professional with these guys. We had a great tour and a lot of fun. Jayaram responded to all our questions very quickly. Outstanding warm hospitality!

100% Recommendation! Support this small local trekking company in Kathmandu.

Thank you, Jayaram for this perfect trip.

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Package Name: ABC Trek

    How difficult is ABC trek?

    It is moderately difficult trekking because the maximum elevation of the journey is 4,130m above sea level. So it’s not high altitude trekking and the total distance of the trek is approximately 115km. ABC hike is attainable 10-15km(5 to 6 hours) each day walking.

    How long does the trek take?

    7 to 12 days.

    The duration of this hike ranges between 5 to 12 days depending on starting and ending points. If you wish to do classical(long), it takes around 12 days from/to Kathmandu. Likewise, if you’re limited with time, you can do a 5 to 7 days short trek from/to Kathmandu. So in summary: For the short trek 5 to 7 days and for the long trek, 12 days that includes the most popular Ghorepani poon hill trekking too.

    Is Annapurna base camp dangerous? Is it safe to trek?

    Some parts are dangerous but not all. Precaution during the trek to ABC is very important for all trekkers, hikers, as well as locals from January to May. On this route, from Dovan to Fishtail Base Camp, there are avalanche areas. It had taken the lives of many trekkers before. However, if you trek with a guide/porter, it’s not a dangerous trek to ABC. Because they know the risky part and how to cross it safely. So all in all trekking to ABC is safe. For details regarding the route, visit it is safe to trek Annapurna Base Camp.

    Is Annapurna base camp the same as Everest Base Camp?

    Not at all. Because the Everest Base Camp Trekking is challenging treks that lead you to the foothills of the top of the world. In order to do this trek, your body should be in decent shape. You should have hiking experience as well as training before departing the trek. On another side, trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is a moderately difficult journey. It rewards the 10th highest peak in the world. It is a very short trek than Everest base camp and you don’t need to be trained like EBC trek.

    What is the maximum of the highest point of Trek?

    The maximum point of the trek is 4,130m/ 13,550 feet from sea level. It’s the best place to see Annapurna I, Fishtail, and Annapurna South.

    What should I bring to the Annapurna base camp trek?

    Here is the ultimate packing list that you should bring to trek ABC.

    • Worn-in Hiking Boots
    • Leggings or hiking pants.
    • Layers
    • Trekking socks
    • A warm down jacket
    • A warm hat
    • Gloves
    • For the details please visit our trekking equipment checklist.

    Frequently Asked Question

    How do I get from Kathmandu to Annapurna base camp?

    There are 2 major options two get a starting point of trekking to ABC. option 1, you can fly Pokhara and drive to Nayapul. Option 2, you can drive to Nayapul directly from Kathmandu or from Pokhara( depends on the places where you want.) By road, you can use private vehicles, or tourist buses, or local buses. From Nayapul, you can reach ABC by walking.

    What is the height of Annapurna base camp?

    The height of ABC is 13,550′feet/4,100m from sea level. This is the maximum elevation that you’ll get on this trekking. Upon 1 overnight staying at this level, we’ll go back to Pokhara.

    When is the best time to trek Annapurna base camp?

    There are 2 main seasons(best time) for trekking in Nepal. The first is in late September to Mid December when the weather is dry, warm, and crystal view. Likewise, the second is March to May(Known as Spring) when it can be wetter than Autumn but flowers are in bloom.

    This season is busiest as everyone wants to visit the base camp in the best seasons. However, if you like fewer tourists on trekking, you should visit some weeks later or before the main seasons.

    What are the Permits that needed for Annapurna Base Camp?

    Likewise, for others trekking in Annapurna Region, in order to trek ABC, TIMS Card and Annapurna Conservation Areas Permits are required. You will get these permits either in Kathmandu or in Pokhara. By obtaining these two permits you can enter Annapurna Trekking.

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