Annapurna Base Camp Trek

12 days Total Duration

Moderate Difficulty Level

Overview

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you deep into the heart of the Annapurna range, offering spectacular mountain scenery, diverse landscapes, and a rich cultural experience. This trek starts from Pokhara, the gateway to the Annapurna region, and winds through lush rhododendron forests, terraced fields, and traditional Gurung villages. The ultimate destination, Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), nestled at the foot of towering peaks, provides a breathtaking panorama of some of the highest mountains in the world. You will trek through diverse terrain, from lowland villages with terraced fields to the alpine environment of ABC, surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. The trek combines yoga sessions amidst serene natural settings, providing a perfect blend of adventure and mindfulness relaxation.

Highlights

	Panoramic views of Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Machapuchare (6,993m), and other surrounding peaks from Annapurna Base Camp.
	Insight into the rich Gurung culture and traditional villages like Ghandruk and Chhomrong.
	Natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda for a relaxing dip after the trek.
	Yoga sessions in serene locations throughout the trek, enhancing physical and mental well-being.

Itinerary

Prices

Yoga & Meditation

Embrace the spontaneity of each trip with our flexible yoga and meditation sessions, tailored to fit the day’s schedule. Where possible, we aim to offer you mindful experiences—whether through invigorating yoga, calming meditation, or self-reflection. The frequency and type of sessions will adapt to the day’s activities and pace, so some days might feature multiple sessions while others might focus on a single practice.

Important Details

Trip Details

Accommodation: During the trek, you’ll stay in simple guesthouses run by local families, with twin-bed rooms provided. If you’d prefer a private room, it can be arranged subject to availability along the trek. However, private rooms can be easily secured before and after the trek at hotels or boutique guesthouses, and pricing will be provided separately upon request. While blankets are provided, hot water availability may vary, and amenities like hot showers or electricity, when available, may come at an extra cost. For added comfort, you may wish to bring a sleeping bag or sleeping bag liner. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you’ll stay in boutique guesthouses.

Transportation: We will use domestic flights when possible to save time and ensure comfort. For overland travel, private vans or jeeps will be arranged depending on road conditions.

Meals: Meals on the trek will primarily be vegetarian, providing you with nutritious and energizing options. Lunch usually consists of Nepalese dal bhat, which is a hearty lentil soup served with vegetable curry and rice, fueling you for the day ahead. In the evenings, you’ll have a choice from a continental menu featuring a variety of dishes, including soups, pasta, pizza, and noodles, ensuring a satisfying end to each day of exploration.

Packing List

Outfit	Warmth	Accessories	Electronics	Toiletries & Meds	Documents & Money
Hiking boots with a good grip Rain gear (for you and your bag) Comfortable hiking pants Quick-dry, breathable T-shirts Windproof jacket Sleepwear Trekking socks (thick) Underwear Neck buff/gaiter Sun hat/cap	Down jacket Thermals (top and bottom) Fleece jacket Sleeping bag Sleeping bag liner Gloves Woolen hat/beanie	Day bag Duffel bag (for porter) Quick-dry towel Extra pair of shoes (preferably slip-ons) Water bottle or camel bladder (1.5 liters) LifeStraw filter or purification tablets Flask (for hot water) Walking poles Sunglasses (polarized, with good UV protection) Locks for your backpack/luggage Waist belt A pair of binoculars Trail snacks and energy bars	Headlamp (with extra batteries) Camera with charger and extra batteries Phone with charger Power bank Travel adapter (type C, D, and M)	Sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) Sanitizer Wet wipes Toiletries (including toilet paper, soap, etc.) Personal first aid kit Rehydration salts/tablets Throat lozenges Prescription medications Lip balm (SPF 30 or above)	Passport with visa A copy of work ID (for expats) A copy of insurance papers Permits (carried by guide) Flight tickets (carried by guide) Money Credit card

How to Pack

The overall baggage limit is 15 kg (33 lbs) per passenger, a policy set by the airlines for mountain flights. Excess weight is allowed at an additional expense; however, we recommend not exceeding this weight limit as it should be sufficient for the trek.

During the trek, porters are assigned to carry your bags. One porter carries the luggage of two trekkers in a big duffel bag that the company provides. The maximum weight carried by one porter is 25 kg (55 lbs). This means you will pack two bags for your trek: a day bag for yourself and a soft-shell duffel that goes inside the porter’s bag.

Duffel Bag	Day Bag
A duffel bag is your pack that goes inside the porter’s bag. You can also use a backpack as long as it is soft-shelled and easy to squeeze in. Each duffel bag should be no more than 75 liters and 10-12 kg per person, or 150 liters and 20-25 kg for two people. Everything that you will not need during the walking hours of the day should go in the duffel bag. Do not put valuables in it, as well as items like cameras or laptops that risk being crushed.	A day bag is your backpack that you will carry during the trek. Anything that you will need during the day, like rain gear, a warm layer, a water bottle, sunscreen, basic toiletries, your phone, camera, money, important documents, a pair of gloves, a hat, and a few snacks, should go in this bag. A 35-50 liter bag weighing 5-6 kg is your ideal daypack. It is advised to buy a good quality bag with adjustable waist straps, as good load distribution makes all the difference while trekking.

Duffel Bag

Day Bag

A duffel bag is your pack that goes inside the porter’s bag. You can also use a backpack as long as it is soft-shelled and easy to squeeze in. Each duffel bag should be no more than 75 liters and 10-12 kg per person, or 150 liters and 20-25 kg for two people. Everything that you will not need during the walking hours of the day should go in the duffel bag. Do not put valuables in it, as well as items like cameras or laptops that risk being crushed.

A day bag is your backpack that you will carry during the trek. Anything that you will need during the day, like rain gear, a warm layer, a water bottle, sunscreen, basic toiletries, your phone, camera, money, important documents, a pair of gloves, a hat, and a few snacks, should go in this bag. A 35-50 liter bag weighing 5-6 kg is your ideal daypack. It is advised to buy a good quality bag with adjustable waist straps, as good load distribution makes all the difference while trekking.

Day 1	Arrival in Kathmandu Transfer to Hotel
Day 2	Sightseeing in Kathmandu: Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath), Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa
Day 3	Domestic flight to Pokhara. Drive to Nayapul. Trek to Ghandruk
Day 4	Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong
Day 5	Trek from Chhomrong to Bamboo
Day 6	Trek from Bamboo to Deurali
Day 7	Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC); Explore ABC
Day 8	Trek from ABC to Bamboo
Day 9	Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda; Relax in Hot Springs
Day 10	Trek from Jhinu Danda to Nayapul; Drive to Pokhara
Day 11	Domestic flight to Kathmandu, shopping and farewell dinner
Day 12	Fly home

Overview

Overview

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu Transfer to Hotel

Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu: Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath), Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa

Day 3: Domestic flight to Pokhara. Drive to Nayapul. Trek to Ghandruk

Day 4: Trek from Ghandruk to Chhomrong

Day 5: Trek from Chhomrong to Bamboo

Day 6: Trek from Bamboo to Deurali

Day 7: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC); Explore ABC

Day 8: Trek from ABC to Bamboo

Day 9: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda; Relax in Hot Springs

Day 10: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Nayapul; Drive to Pokhara

Day 11: Domestic flight to Kathmandu, shopping and farewell dinner

Day 12: Fly home

Prices

Yoga & Meditation

Important Details

Packing List

How to Pack