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Annapurna mountain trekking trail with snow peaks in Nepal

Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

A classic tea-house trek from the Pokhara side into the Annapurna Sanctuary, with Gurung villages, forests, river valleys, and a close Himalayan amphitheater finish.

Duration

7-11 days

Difficulty

Moderate to hard

Max elevation

4,130 m

Best time

Mar-May and Oct-Nov

Region

Annapurna Region

Trek Overview

Most travelers begin in Pokhara, drive toward the lower trailheads, and walk through villages such as Ghandruk, Chhomrong, Bamboo, Deurali, Machhapuchhre Base Camp, and Annapurna Base Camp.

  • The route climbs gradually but includes many stone steps and repeated ascents and descents, so pacing matters as much as raw fitness.
  • ABC works well as a first serious Nepal trek when you allow enough days, avoid rushing altitude gain, and keep a weather buffer.

Quick Info

Region
Annapurna Region
Duration
7-11 days
Difficulty
Moderate to hard
Annapurna mountain trekking trail with snow peaks in Nepal

Pokhara

Main arrival, gear, rest, and transport base for ABC.

Trek Itinerary

Day 1

Pokhara to Ghandruk or Jhinu area

1,780-2,012 m

Day 2

Trek to Chhomrong

2,170 m

Day 3

Chhomrong to Bamboo or Dovan

2,310-2,600 m

Day 4

Bamboo or Dovan to Deurali

3,200 m