Annapurna Base Camp Trek Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)

• Welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to the hotel

• Trek briefing and preparation

Day 2: Kathmandu to Pokhara (823m)

• Option to fly (30 min) or drive (5-6 hours) to Pokhara

• Overnight at a lakeside hotel with views of the Annapurna range

Day 3: Pokhara to Nayapul and Trek to Ghandruk (1,940m)

• Drive to Nayapul (1.5 hours) and begin the trek

• Ascend through terraced fields and forests to the traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk

Day 4: Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2,170m)

• Trek through rhododendron forests and cross suspension bridges

• Arrive at Chhomrong, a beautiful village with stunning Annapurna South views

Day 5: Chhomrong to Bamboo (2,310m)

• Descend to the Chhomrong Khola and then ascend through dense bamboo forests

Day 6: Bamboo to Deurali (3,230m)

• Trek through serene Himalayan forests and follow the Modi Khola

• Reach Deurali, a scenic stop surrounded by towering peaks

Day 7: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)

• Pass through Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700m) for iconic views

• Continue to Annapurna Base Camp, surrounded by the Annapurna massif

Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo

• Begin the descent, retracing steps to Bamboo

• Enjoy the changing perspectives of the landscape

Day 9: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,760m)

• Trek down to Jhinu Danda, known for its natural hot springs

• Relax and rejuvenate in the soothing waters

Day 10: Jhinu Danda to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara

• Trek through villages and farmlands to Nayapul

• Drive back to Pokhara for an evening at leisure

Day 11: Pokhara to Kathmandu

• Return to Kathmandu by flight or drive

• Transfer to the hotel and free time to explore the city

Day 12: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

• Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites like Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, and Durbar Square

Day 13: Departure from Kathmandu

• Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure