Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC)
Enter the legendary Annapurna Sanctuary at 4,130 metres (13,550 ft)
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek follows the Modi Khola corridor from the lower hills north of Pokhara into the Annapurna Sanctuary. The scenery changes unusually quickly: terraced slopes and Gurung settlements give way to bamboo and rhododendron forest, waterfalls, a narrow alpine gorge and finally a high glacial basin at 4,130 metres. This compact, fast-paced seven-day format is designed for fit hikers seeking an authentic Himalayan teahouse experience surrounded by 7,000m and 8,000m giants.
The Journey & Landscape
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek follows the Modi Khola corridor from the lower hills north of Pokhara into the Annapurna Sanctuary. The scenery changes unusually quickly: terraced slopes and Gurung settlements give way to bamboo and rhododendron forest, waterfalls, a narrow alpine gorge and finally a high glacial basin at 4,130 metres. This compact, fast-paced seven-day format is designed for fit hikers seeking an authentic Himalayan teahouse experience surrounded by 7,000m and 8,000m giants.
Begin among Gurung villages and deep green forest, then follow the Modi Khola into a vast natural amphitheatre of snow and stone beneath Annapurna I (8,091m) and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).
All expedition members must practice strict Leave No Trace principles, respect local Himalayan spiritual customs, and protect pristine alpine water sources.
Expedition Highlights
Enter the legendary Annapurna Sa...
Enter the legendary Annapurna Sanctuary at 4,130 metres (13,550 ft)
Walk beneath the iconic sacred p...
Walk beneath the iconic sacred pyramid of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail, 6,993m)
Rapid transition from lush subtr...
Rapid transition from lush subtropical rhododendron forests to towering glacial amphitheatre
Explore traditional Gurung cultu...
Explore traditional Gurung culture and stone architecture in Chhomrong and Sinuwa
Follow the roaring Modi Khola ca...
Follow the roaring Modi Khola canyon through Bamboo, Dovan, Himalaya and Deurali
Stay in traditional mountain tea...
Stay in traditional mountain teahouses with hot meals and warm hospitality
Spectacular 360° amphitheatre vi...
Spectacular 360° amphitheatre views of Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli
Led by licensed Nepal mountain g...
Led by licensed Nepal mountain guides with strict safety protocols and daily health checks
Route Map & Altitude Visualizer
Local Movement · Trek day
5–8 km walking + 2.5–4.5 hrs drive · Trek day
10–12 km · Trek day
8–10 km · Trek day
14–20 km · Trek day
5–11 km trek + 2.5–4.5 hrs drive · Trek day
Departure Transfer · Trek day
Day-by-Day Trek Itinerary
7 Days / 6 Nights, Pokhara to Pokhara • Total Distance: Approximately 55–65 km, route dependent • Max Elevation: 4,130 m / 13,550 ft
Arrive in Pokhara and prepare
Arrive in Pokhara and check in at the designated hotel. Evening briefing covering the active roadhead, weather forecast, snow and avalanche information, lodge status, group roles, emergency communication, insurance and personal medical declarations. Guide checks footwear, warm layers, sleeping bag rating, and ACAP documentation.
Drive towards Jhinu/Samrung; trek to Chhomrong or Upper Sinuwa
Upper Sinuwa to Deurali
Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp via Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Sunrise at ABC; descend to Bamboo or Upper Sinuwa
Return to the roadhead and drive to Pokhara
Departure from Pokhara
Safety & Contingency Protocols
Acclimatization & SpO2 Logs
Structured elevation ascent profiles with twice-daily resting pulse and blood oxygen saturation logs monitored by lead guides above 2,500m up to 4,130 m / 13,550 ft.
High-Altitude Medical Equipment
Every expedition carries certified portable medical oxygen cylinders, automated external diagnostics, trauma first-aid kits, and high-altitude emergency medication.
Emergency Evacuation Network
Direct satellite communication protocols with regional emergency heli-rescue operations and base operations for condition-led rapid evacuation contingency.
Mountain Ethics & Trail Conduct
Leave No Trace Standards
All non-biodegradable waste is packed out of the wilderness. Trekkers use bio-friendly toiletries and avoid single-use plastics along trails and campsites.
Sacred Alpine Water Ethics
Glacial tarns, rivers, and alpine lakes across the Pokhara / Jhinu / Chhomrong / Sinuwa / Deurali / MBC / ABC / Pokhara circuit are culturally revered. Entering or polluting water bodies is strictly forbidden.
Local Community Dignity
Always ask permission before photographing local residents or spiritual ceremonies. Support mountain communities with fair wages and mutual cultural respect.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Need to Know Details
Join the Next Departure
Bookings for Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC) are capped to ensure small team sizes, personalized safety, and zero environmental overcrowding.