Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara

Our 6-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek starts from US$635 per person, based on the currently published package price for groups of 2–14 travelers. The final cost for your 2026 or 2027 departure depends on your group size, travel dates and any requested changes.

The package includes an experienced local guide, porter support, required trekking permits, mountain lodge accommodation, three meals daily during the trek and transportation between Pokhara and the trekking trailheads.

You also receive three cups of tea or coffee daily, purified drinking water and seasonal fruit after dinner during the trekking portion.

Accommodation and meals in Pokhara, personal travel insurance, hot showers, Wi-Fi, device charging, tips and personal expenses are not included.

At Amigo Treks & Expedition, we provide a detailed quotation before you confirm your booking, so you know what's included and what you'll need to budget for separately.

Our standard 6-day itinerary starts with a pickup from your hotel in Pokhara and finishes with a return transfer to Pokhara on Day 6.

We normally arrange a jeep transfer towards Ghandruk, followed by the trek to Chhomrong. The route continues through Sinuwa, Bamboo, Deurali and Machhapuchhre Base Camp before reaching Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters.

On the return journey, you'll descend through Bamboo and Chhomrong to Jhinu Danda, where we arrange transport back to Pokhara from the accessible roadhead.

You can normally travel by four-wheel-drive jeep from Pokhara towards the Jhinu Danda area, but the exact vehicle drop-off point depends on road and bridge conditions.

The journey generally takes around 3–4 hours under favorable conditions, although rough roads, traffic or landslides may extend the driving time. From the vehicle-access point, a short walk and suspension-bridge crossing may be necessary to reach Jhinu Danda.

The Jhinu approach can save walking time compared with traditional routes starting at Nayapul. However, not every road section remains accessible throughout the year.

Our standard itinerary begins via Ghandruk, but we can arrange the Jhinu approach when conditions and your trekking plan make it suitable.

Please note: Vehicles cannot reach Annapurna Base Camp itself. The mountain journey beyond the lower trailhead must be completed on foot.

We generally recommend this 6-day itinerary for trekkers with good fitness, previous hiking experience and preferably some experience at altitude.

Although Annapurna Base Camp is reached by a trekking trail rather than a technical climbing route, the journey includes steep stone steps, uneven paths, long walking days and a rapid ascent to 4,130 meters.

The main concern for beginners is not just physical effort. Reaching Deurali (3,230m) on Day 2 and Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) on Day 3 leaves limited time for acclimatization.

Even very fit travelers can develop altitude sickness, and physical fitness does not eliminate that risk.

If this is your first Himalayan trek, speak with our team about a longer schedule that allows more time to adjust to the altitude. Our 12-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek offers a longer route through Ghorepani and Poon Hill.

The ascent from Chhomrong to Annapurna Base Camp is the most physically demanding part of our 6-day itinerary.

On Day 2, you'll walk approximately 13km from Chhomrong (2,170m) to Deurali (3,230m), taking around 6–7 hours. The route passes through Sinuwa, Bamboo, Dovan and Himalaya, combining steep staircases, forest trails and sustained uphill walking.

Day 3 covers approximately 6km from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), usually taking around 5 hours via Machhapuchhre Base Camp.

The planned sleeping-altitude gains are approximately 1,060m on Day 2 and 900m on Day 3. This is substantially faster than standard acclimatization recommendations, and the itinerary carries an increased risk of altitude illness.

We strongly recommend reviewing your previous altitude experience with our team before choosing this schedule. Additional acclimatization days are advisable, particularly if you have not recently spent time above 3,000 meters.

Your guide will monitor your condition, but no one should continue ascending with symptoms of altitude sickness. Your safety always takes priority over reaching base camp on a particular day.

Most trekking days involve approximately 5–7 hours of walking, depending on your fitness, trail conditions and the time needed for rest stops.

Here's the planned daily schedule:

• Day 1: Drive to Ghandruk (approximately 3 hours), then trek 10km to Chhomrong (5–6 hours).
• Day 2: Trek from Chhomrong to Deurali, approximately 13km (6–7 hours).
• Day 3: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp, approximately 6km (5 hours).
• Day 4: Descend from ABC to Bamboo, approximately 12.5km (6–7 hours).
• Day 5: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda, approximately 8km (5 hours).
• Day 6: Walk to the accessible vehicle pickup point and drive back to Pokhara (approximately 4 hours by road).

These are approximate times based on our standard itinerary. The walking hours and distances may change if road access, trail conditions or the route need to be adjusted.

Yes. Our standard package includes a government-licensed, English-speaking trekking guide, porter support, required trekking permits, mountain lodge accommodation and meals during the trekking portion.

We provide one porter for every two trekkers, along with a guide-to-guest ratio of approximately 1:6.

Your trekking meals include breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus three cups of tea or coffee per day, seasonal fruit after dinner and purified drinking water.

We also arrange the necessary Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and any additional documentation, including TIMS where applicable to your confirmed route.

For reference, the published ACAP fee is NPR 3,000 for most foreign nationals and NPR 1,000 for SAARC nationals. These permit costs are already covered within the package.

Our package also includes a basic first-aid kit, trekking route map and guide-and-porter insurance.

Hotel accommodation and meals in Pokhara are not included, allowing you to choose where to stay according to your budget and preferences.

Yes, we welcome solo travelers on our Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara.

You can request a private trek with your own guide or ask whether joining another suitable departure is possible. The final arrangement and price depend on the departure date, available services and group size.

For solo bookings, we normally arrange shared jeep transportation where practical. Lodge rooms may be shared at higher elevations, and private accommodation cannot always be guaranteed.

The published US$635 starting price applies to the listed group pricing, so please contact us for a personalized solo trekking quotation.

Accommodation at Deurali (3,230m) and Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) is provided in basic mountain teahouses rather than conventional hotels.

Rooms generally have simple beds, mattresses and blankets. At these higher elevations, accommodation is limited and trekkers may need to share rooms with several other guests, particularly during busy trekking months.

Toilets are usually shared, and hot showers, Wi-Fi and charging facilities may be limited or unavailable.

Although we arrange your overnight accommodation in advance where possible, room privacy depends on lodge availability. We recommend carrying a warm sleeping bag, as temperatures can fall below freezing at Annapurna Base Camp.

At Amigo, we can arrange a rental sleeping bag and down jacket if required, in accordance with your package arrangements.

October and November are among the best months for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, thanks to generally clearer skies, pleasant daytime walking temperatures and excellent mountain visibility after the monsoon.

March and April are also popular. The lower forests are often filled with blooming rhododendrons, while the upper sanctuary offers spectacular views of Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

May and early December can also be suitable, although weather conditions become less predictable. Winter brings colder temperatures and possible snowfall, while the monsoon months from June to September generally bring heavy rain, slippery trails and increased landslide risks.

Snow and avalanche hazards can affect the upper route at different times of year, so favorable weather is never guaranteed.

For this short itinerary, we particularly recommend October–November or March–April, subject to current trail conditions and your altitude preparation.

Both treks reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, but they are designed for travelers with different holiday arrangements.

Our 6-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara is best suited to travelers already staying in Pokhara who want a short, trekking-focused package. It includes five trekking days and a final return journey to Pokhara. Kathmandu accommodation and transfers are not included.

Our 10-day Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek, starting from US$830 per person, is a Kathmandu-to-Kathmandu package. It includes airport transfers, hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara, transportation between the two cities and six days on the Annapurna trekking route.

Both published itineraries gain altitude relatively quickly, so the 10-day package should not automatically be considered a fully acclimatized alternative.

If you would prefer more trekking days, additional cultural experiences or a more gradual ascent, consider our 12-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Ghorepani and Poon Hill.

Not sure which itinerary suits you? Tell our Amigo team how many days you have, your hiking experience and your preferred travel month. We'll help you choose a suitable route and discuss whether extra acclimatization time should be added.