Annapurna Base Camp – Nepal

Welcome to Kathmandu, where you’ll be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the lively streets of Thamel, filled with cafés, shops, and local culture.

In the afternoon, enjoy a welcome briefing where you’ll meet your guide and learn in more detail the upcoming trek, and get a preview of the adventure ahead.

Close the evening with an included Welcome Dinner.

Airport Transfers & Welcome Dinner INCLUDED.

Push deeper into the Annapurna Sanctuary, following the Modi Khola through bamboo forests that gradually thin into alpine terrain. The air grows cooler as the landscape opens up, with waterfalls, cliffs, and quieter trails marking your progress into higher altitude.

Distance: ~10 km | Elevation gain: +800m | Walking time: 5–6 hours

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner INCLUDED.

The highlight of your journey. Trek past Machapuchare Base Camp as the valley widens into a dramatic glacial basin. Surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks, you arrive at Annapurna Base Camp—an unforgettable amphitheatre of snow and rock with 360° mountain views.

Distance: ~12 km | Elevation gain: +1,000m | Walking time: 6–7 hours

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner INCLUDED.

Continue descending via Chhomrong to Jhinu Danda. Reward your efforts with a soak in the natural hot springs by the river, a perfect recovery after days on the trail. Afterwards, transfer back to Pokhara for a comfortable evening by the lake.

Distance: ~10 km | Elevation loss: -800m | Walking time: 5–6 hours

Breakfast, Lunch, Transfers INCLUDED.

Shift into recovery mode as you explore Pokhara’s highlights. Enjoy a boat ride on Phewa Lake, visit the World Peace Pagoda for panoramic views, and discover landmarks like Devi’s Fall and Gupteshwor Cave.

Balance light exploration with downtime in one of Nepal’s most scenic settings.

Breakfast, Guided Sightseeing Tour + Entrance Fees INCLUDED.

Travel back to Kathmandu along scenic river valleys and hillside roads. Take in the changing landscapes one last time, with optional stops along the way. The evening is yours to relax or explore the capital.

Optional flight from Pokhara Airport to Kathmandu available on request.

Breakfast and Transfer INCLUDED.

Dive into Kathmandu’s rich heritage with a full-day exploration of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Discover ancient temples, bustling squares, and sacred stupas, offering a deeper understanding of Nepal’s culture before your journey concludes.

Kathmandu, often known as the City of Temples, has a captivating blend of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Western cultures. The valley houses some of the major heritages listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We will have a fully guided tour around Kathmandu’s most important landmarks, including Swayambunath (Monkey Temple), Boudnath, Pashupatinath (cremation temple), Patan Durbar square and Kathmandu Durbar square.

Breakfast, Guided Sightseeing Tour + Entrance Fees INCLUDED.

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey after breakfast.

Enjoy some final moments in Kathmandu for last-minute shopping or a relaxed coffee before departure. International flight departing 12.35pm. We will be picked up and transferred to the airport at 10.00am.

Breakfast and airport transfers INCLUDED.

Whether you are an experienced trekker or a novice traveler, you must train well before heading to ABC. Since you’ll be walking through rough and rocky trails for 7 days, it is advisable to engage in cardio activities at least 2 months prior to the trek. Prepare yourself and maintain your physical fitness with activities like swimming, hiking, cycling, and running.

To make your life easier, we are offering a complimentary mountain climbing training plan to all our clients, designed by Ryan Mex.

No oxygen needed, and altitude pills are not mandatory. As a rule of thumb when climbing at high altitude, acclimatization and gradual climbing are the golden rules. This minimizes the risk of altitude sickness and improves your chance of summiting. 

 Our experienced guides will be equipped with common altitude medications such as Diamox, should the need arise. 

The risk of AMS differs from person to person. Since you’ll be walking above 4000m, the risk factor will be present. However, our ABC itinerary is thoughtfully designed with proper acclimatization days to reduce the chances of altitude sickness.

In addition to that, all our guides are certified first-aid responders who will effectively monitor you and help you, if any symptoms arise.

It is recommended to trek at a slow and steady pace, instead of rushing to reach your destination. Most importantly, stay hydrated and drink as many fluids as possible to reduce the risk of AMS.

Early December (1–10 Dec) is actually a very good time to do the Annapurna Base Camp trek.

You can expect clear skies, excellent mountain visibility, and crisp air, meaning the views of the Annapurna range are often at their absolute best. Trails are also much quieter compared to October–November, giving your trek a more remote, authentic feel.

Yes, ofcourse. As long as you are in Kathmandu on the trip dates, you are free to arrive / leave whenever you want. It is best to let us know your plans so we can organize transfers accordingly.

Every trekker is required to make a travel insurance package which covers trekking up to 4000m, including helicopter rescue. This is an absolute must for any of our trekking tours.

During the trek, you will be spending your nights at the local tea houses that offer the best facilities available. You will be accommodated in deluxe quality teahouses in every overnight stop. We strive to select the cleanest, coziest and most comfortable tea houses available, however it is worth noting that rooms are not luxurious like the hotels around the city area.

You will have full board meals throughout the whole duration of the trek. Our accommodations serve both Nepali as well as western cuisines, including but not limited to pizza, burgers, vegetables, fresh fruit, pasta, salads and grains. For every meal you can select any item from the menu, including one hot drink per meal.

Safe drinking water is provided for everyone. The tea houses on the trail provide safe drinking water. But, we do not recommend you to drink the water from local streams or natural sources. Make sure to carry a water bottle and ask your guide to fill the water in the teahouse. Also, it is better to carry water purifiers and tablets to treat the water for extra safety. You can also buy bottled water at all stages along the way.

As we climb higher and higher, yes it gets very cold. The climb takes us from tropical climates to alpine climates, with varying temperatures between +25C and -10C. Refer to our recommended Climbing and Equipment Gear list.

As per WHO suggestions, make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines such as flu, tetanus, chickenpox and measles. All eligible travellers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. It is recommended to have all shots of Hep A & Hep B, rabies and typhoid.

In Nepal the power plug sockets are of type C. Type C is the normal ‘2 round pins’,  also known as the standard “Euro” plug.

Yes, most teahouses in the Everest region have electricity and do provide charging facilities. However, since they are solar-powered, the charging stations are available only for small electronic devices, such as mobile phones, portable chargers, cameras, and battery packs.

Bear in mind that sometimes charging facilities come at an additional cost, depending on the teahouse. It ranges from 1-5euros, increasing as you go higher during the trek.

During trekking, it is recommended to bring power bank to charge your devices.

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