Are you ready to explore the beauty of the Himalayas? Join the Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek-11 days adventure with Nepal Hiking Team for an unforgettable journey through vibrant villages, lush forests, and stunning landscapes, offering rich cultural experiences and a rewarding sense of achievement.
Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek
At a Glance
Durations
11 days
Trip Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Activities
Trekking
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodges
Meals
B.L.D
Max.altitude
4210m.
Group Size
Min. 1 Pax
Best Time
March - May & Sept - Dec
Trip Overview
We welcome you to the Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek. We, at the Nepal Hiking Team, are excited to guide you on this celebrated trail which is a favorite among trekkers globally. The base camp is situated above 4000 meters, which is an entrance to the majestic Annapurna. It offers an unforgettable experience that captivates everyone who takes on this journey.
The scenic beauty of this trek includes views from Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), and Machapuchhre (6,993 m). Its attractions are the remarkable altitude variation, rich biodiversity, and cultural diversity among ethnic communities along the way.
Covering a distance of 88 to 90 kilometers, the journey starts from Tikhedhunga through a diverse landscape. It showcases forests of pine & cedar trees, rhododendrons, terraced farmlands, and unparalleled mountain views.
This journey will give you an insight into the lifestyle of the Gurung, Magars, Thakalis & Lobas Communities. Their village is nestled beautifully on the foothills of the Annapurna region. This path includes serene Buddhist shrines and Gumbas, surrounded by tranquility and breathtaking surroundings.
You can climb up to Poonhill to experience a beautiful sunrise above the mountain ranges. With knowledgeable and experienced guides from the Nepal Hiking Team, this trek becomes a comprehensive journey through this majestic region.
Furthermore, the Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek is also a physically challenging journey as well as an exploration of the local lifestyle. This promotes sustainable trekking practices emphasized by the Nepal Hiking Team. With customizable itineraries, this trek is designed to accommodate a range of abilities offering unique adventures that engage with nature and culture.
As you proceed, the ridges of Annapurna, Himchuli, and Machhapuchhre extend a snow-covered majestic welcome. We ensure a comprehensive experience that is both captivating and challenging for every trekker around the world.
Major Highlights of the 11-day Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek
- Get on a flight to Pokhara and see the mountains from your side of the window.
- Witness the amazing city of Pokhara- The city of Lakes.
- Hike to Poon Hill A breathtaking sunrise view over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, an unforgettable highlight of the trek
- Stroll through lush green terrace farms, cascading waterfalls, and flawless forests.
- Engage with local communities, mainly Gurung, Tamang, and Magar people.
- Discover the lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the ethnic people.
- View the mesmerizing sunrise over the mighty Annapurna Range.
- Enjoy the breathtaking scenes of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Machhapuchhre ranges.
- Cross-through suspension bridges, rhododendrons, and lush green forest.
- Visit beautiful Buddhist gumbas adorned with vibrant prayer flags.
- Reach the Annapurna Base Camp and get a sense of achievement.
Journey to Annapurna Base Camp
After you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu, a Nepal Hiking Team (NHT) member will pick you up and drop you off at a hotel. This area is lively and offers great places to eat, shop and explore.
The next day, you take a flight to Pokhara. Make sure you get a window seat as you don’t want to miss the amazing mountain views. After landing in Pokhara, you’ll take a jeep ride to Tikhedhunga via Nayapul. Here your trek begins where you go through beautiful forests, waterfalls, and swimming holes and reach Ulleri at the end of the day.
Then, you head toward Ghorepani, enjoying the scenes and accompanied by fellow trekkers. The next morning offers a short trek to Poonhill, where you are greeted by a stunning sunrise over Annapurna. This is followed by a trek down to Tadapani and Chhomrong, nestled in the mountain’s embrace.
Next comes the trail to Dovan, with slow climbs due to higher altitudes. You’ll descend 2500 stone steps, cross a bridge, and hike up to Sinuwa. Then stroll through a forest you’ll reach Kuldahar and finally reach Dovan.
From Dovan, your trek goes through a forest filled with bamboo and rhododendrons, decorated with prayer flags, pass Hinku cave and reach Deurali.
Your big trek to Annapurna Base Camp starts with a hike up a riverbed through the Annapurna Sanctuary to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC). After a short break, you push toward ABC and marvel at the close-up view of the snow-clad mountains.
Heading back, you’ll descend to Bamboo Village and Jhinu Danda, then drive back to Pokhara to enjoy the vibrant city.
You’ll take a flight back to Kathmandu for one more day of exploration. The trip will end the next day, with our NHT member taking you to the airport for your flight home.
If you want tailored trekking plans or some expert advice, feel free to contact Nepal Hiking Team.
After you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu, a Nepal Hiking Team (NHT) member will pick you up and drop you off at a hotel. This area is lively and offers great places to eat, shop and explore.
The next day, you take a flight to Pokhara. Make sure you get a window seat as you don’t want to miss the amazing mountain views. After landing in Pokhara, you’ll take a jeep ride to Tikhedhunga via Nayapul. Here your trek begins where you go through beautiful forests, waterfalls, and swimming holes and reach Ulleri at the end of the day.
Then, you head toward Ghorepani, enjoying the scenes and accompanied by fellow trekkers. The next morning offers a short trek to Poonhill, where you are greeted by a stunning sunrise over Annapurna. This is followed by a trek down to Tadapani and Chhomrong, nestled in the mountain’s embrace.
Next comes the trail to Dovan, with slow climbs due to higher altitudes. You’ll descend 2500 stone steps, cross a bridge, and hike up to Sinuwa. Then stroll through a forest you’ll reach Kuldahar and finally reach Dovan.
From Dovan, your trek goes through a forest filled with bamboo and rhododendrons, decorated with prayer flags, pass Hinku cave and reach Deurali.
Your big trek to Annapurna Base Camp starts with a hike up a riverbed through the Annapurna Sanctuary to Machhapuchhre Base Camp. After a short break, you push toward ABC and marvel at the close-up view of the snow-clad mountains.
Heading back, you’ll descend to Bamboo Village and Jhinu Danda, then drive back to Pokhara to enjoy the vibrant city.
You’ll take a flight back to Kathmandu for one more day of exploration. The Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek will end the next day, with our NHT member taking you to the airport for your flight home.
If you want tailored trekking plans or some expert advice, feel free to contact Nepal Hiking Team.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu
Day 02: Flight to Pokhara and trek to Ulleri (1960m/6400ft) distance: 9 km, walking duration: 5 hours
Day 03: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m/9348ft) Distance: 8 Km, Walking Duration: 4-5 Hours
Day 04: Hike to Poonhill then trek to Tadapani (2500m/8200ft) Distance: 9 km, Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours
Day 05: Tadapani to Sinuwa (2310m/7575ft) Distance: 13 km, Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours
Day 06: Sinuwa to Deurali (3150m/10330ft) Distance: 13.5 km, Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours
Day 07: Deurali to ABC via MBC (4230 M/13810FT) Distance: 8 km, Walking Duration: 5-6 hours
Day 08: Trek Back from ABC to Bamboo (2310M/7575FT) Distance: 18 km, Walking Duration: 7 Hours
Day 09: Trek to Jhinu Danda 6 hours, Distance: 12 Kms and Drive to Pokhara 2 Hours
Day 10: Flight back to Kathmandu
Day 11: Departure
Cost Includes
- All ground transportation by private vehicle including airport transfers
- Two nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
- Full board meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
- Round trip flight from Kathmandu – Pokhara and Pokhara – Kathmandu including departure taxes
- Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
- One highly experienced, helpful & friendly guide, porter (a porter between 2 clients)& their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, accidental insurance, etc.
- Nepal Hiking Team duffle bag, down jacket, and sleeping bag during the trek
- Nepal Hiking Team T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate
- A comprehensive first-aid medical kit
- Annapurna conservation and TIMS Fees- Trekkers' Information Management System (Please bring 3 passport photographs)
- Government taxes & office service charge
Cost Excludes
- Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the itinerary'
- Travel Insurance
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa
- Hot showers during the trek
- All kinds of cold drinks e.g. water, coke, fanta, juice, etc.
- Personal trekking equipment
- Tips for trekking staff and driver
Cost and Date
Start Dates refer to your arrival date in Nepal. End Dates correspond to your return date from Nepal.
The Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek set departure dates are tailored for the group joining option. If the -days Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek departure dates don't fit your schedule, we can include alternative dates that better suit your needs.
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Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek - Itinerary
Day01 Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu
You will be welcomed and picked up upon arrival by one of our representatives. Then you’ll be transferred to a hotel and also briefed about your travel plans and itinerary.
Day02 Flight to Pokhara and trek to Ulleri (1960m/6400ft) distance: 9 km, walking duration: 5 hours
Early today, you’ll get on a flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu Domestic Airport in the morning. You’ll fly above the hills and be amazed by the mountains on the side.
After landing in Pokhara, you will have a drive to Birethanti, passing the village of Lumle and Nayapul. The trail then moves through the main street of Birethanti through bamboo forests, large waterfalls, and swimming holes. After the pasture used by caravans, you’ll reach Ramghai where you have your lunch.
After lunch, you ascend gradually to the side of the valley, reaching Tike Dhunga.
From Tikhe Dhunga, the path continues into a suspension bridge over the river. From there, it is time to climb the 3300 stone steps to the renowned Magar village of Ulleri. Although the climbing might seem daunting, it is quite pleasant, and all the while, caravans and mule carsts keep passing up and down the stairs.
Day03 Trek to Ghorepani (2850m/9348ft) Distance: 8 Km, Walking Duration: 4-5 Hours
From Ulleri, your journey progresses through an enchanting forest, each step on the meticulously laid stone path drawing you deeper into the Himalayas' embrace. This segment of the trek, marked by its challenge, rewards with transient views of majestic peaks such as Hiunchuli, Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri, and the Annapurnas, igniting a sense of awe and exploration.
Along the path, rest areas nestled in the whispering woods offer moments of tranquility, while crossings over babbling streams lead you to Nangethanti, a perfect spot for a midday repast amidst the wild.
Continuing from Nangethanti, the ascent to Ghorepani unfolds through vibrant alpine flora, each step filled with the crisp air of the mountains.
Upon arrival, Ghorepani unfolds as a serene haven, cradled by the unparalleled beauty of the Himalayan panorama, including the towering Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna I, and Hiunchuli.
Here, in this picturesque village, the convergence of day and night amidst the mountain silhouettes offers a peaceful retreat. This tranquil setting, under a canopy of stars, is where you rest before embarking on the early morning trek to Poon Hill, renowned for its sunrise spectacle over the magnificent peaks.
Day04 Hike to Poonhill then trek to Tadapani (2500m/8200ft) Distance: 9 km, Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours
Early morning, you will take a small hike to Poonhill to enjoy the sunrise and also see a panoramic view of the mountains.
After the sightseeing at Poonhill, you come back to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue your journey to Tadapani where you’ll stay overnight.
Day05 Tadapani to Sinuwa (2310m/7575ft) Distance: 13 km, Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours
Descending from Tadapani will give you a perfect view of the Upper Modi Valley. The path will then take you high above the west bank of Modi Khola. You’ll pass through the village of Chhomrong which lies at the base of Himal Chuli. From Chhomrong, you descend to Chhomrong Khola and then slowly ascend to Sinuwa where you’ll stay overnight.
Day06 Sinuwa to Deurali (3150m/10330ft) Distance: 13.5 km, Walking Duration: 6-7 Hours
After an early breakfast, you proceed to Kuldi Ghar. After walking further on, the forest clears to a steep bank of rocks. After a while it levels out, running through a thicket of bamboo at the bottom of the gorge on the west of the river. We pass by a pasture and then reach the very neck of the gorge at Pantheon Barah, where there is a small trail and a shrine. We reach Deurali and spend overnight there.
Day07 Deurali to ABC via MBC (4230 M/13810FT) Distance: 8 km, Walking Duration: 5-6 hours
Today is the most awaited day of this trip: your journey to ABC. It begins with your ascending through the Annapurna Sanctuary. The route follows Modi Khola and will come forth to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC). After a short break at MBC, you continue toward ABC. After a few hours of hiking, you will reach your much-awaited destination. As you climb up, you’ll be face to face with the mighty Mount Annapurna. The ABC is towered by great peaks of the Annapurna range and its neighboring peaks. You’ll stay overnight there.
Day08 Trek Back from ABC to Bamboo (2310M/7575FT) Distance: 18 km, Walking Duration: 7 Hours
As you bid farewell to Annapurna, you descend towards Bamboo Village. You retrace your steps back through Modi Khola and descend gradually. The small village of Bamboo is surrounded by mountains, where you’ll stay overnight.
Day09 Trek to Jhinu Danda 6 hours, Distance: 12 Kms and Drive to Pokhara 2 Hours
You start this day by leaving Bamboo and trekking to Jhinu Danda. The trail winds through the slopes of Chhomrong via Kuldi Ghar. After a while, you’ll reach Jhinu Danda and cross a suspension bridge where you take a drive to Pokhara. When you reach Pokhara, you can either rest or take a stroll around the lakeside, enjoying the vibrant city.
Day10 Flight back to Kathmandu
From Pokhara, you take a flight back to Kathmandu. After you land, you’ll be taken to a hotel in Kathmandu, where you can rest and stroll around the tourist hubs. Maybe do some shopping or find a good place to eat.
Day11 Departure
After your breakfast, one of our representatives from the Nepal Hiking Team will pick you up. From there you will be dropped off at the airport approximately 3 hours before your departure.
What's Included
- All ground transportation by private vehicle including airport transfers
- Two nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
- Full board meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
- Round trip flight from Kathmandu – Pokhara and Pokhara – Kathmandu including departure taxes
- Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
- One highly experienced, helpful & friendly guide, porter (a porter between 2 clients)& their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, accidental insurance, etc.
- Nepal Hiking Team duffle bag, down jacket, and sleeping bag during the trek
- Nepal Hiking Team T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate
- A comprehensive first-aid medical kit
- Annapurna conservation and TIMS Fees- Trekkers' Information Management System (Please bring 3 passport photographs)
- Government taxes & office service charge
What's not Included
- Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the itinerary'
- Travel Insurance
- International airfare
- Nepal entry visa
- Hot showers during the trek
- All kinds of cold drinks e.g. water, coke, fanta, juice, etc.
- Personal trekking equipment
- Tips for trekking staff and driver