7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Day 01: Drive to near Jhinu village and walk to Chomrong 2,170 m - 06 hrs.

Depart early morning from Pokhara of a few hours drive beyond Pokhara valley to reach the starting point of the trek crossing a long suspension bridge to arrive at Jhinu village.

From Jhinu a few hours, walk to the top of Chomrong and enter the large Gurung village at Chomrong staying at the lovely lodge.
Chomrong is the gateway to Annapurna Sanctuary and base camp, mostly inhabited by the Gurung ethnic tribe of Nepal. And enjoy an overnight stop in a lovely lodge and experience the hospitality of the Gurung community.

Chomrong is the largest populated Gurung village as well the last permanent human settlement on route to Annapurna base camp trek.

Day 02: Trek to Dovan - 2,630 m (06 hrs)

After Chomrong facing views of Annapurna peaks morning walk leads to short, descend to cross a bridge. And then climb to reach a small place at Sinuwa on top of a hill with few small lodges and shops.

From here on winding path with short ups and down into the cool shade of pine and rhododendron forest then descend to bamboo a small settlement within the bamboo forest with charming excellent lodges to stay, after bamboo a slow climb takes you to overnight stop at Dovan, a tiny spot above Modi River situated in a gorge.

Day 03: Trek to Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,700 m - 06 hrs.

From Dovan walk heads on route to our main destination walk on winding uphill into the forest to reach Himalaya Hotel located close to a large cave called Hinko, beneath Annapurna South and Huinchuli peaks.

After, refreshing break walks past over an ablation of old moraine and glacier sections above Modi River, than with a short climb to reach at Deurali a beautiful place with some excellent lodges.

At Deurali for a possible lunch stop, the afternoon walk follows Modi River upstream as climb leads to short steep ups where tree lines fade for short alpine bushes and then reaching our overnight stop at Machhapuchare base camp.

Machhapuchare base camp located beneath North West Face of Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish Tail peak, a mountain with twin summit resembles ‘fishtail’ one of few virgin and unclimbed peaks of Himalaya.

Day 04: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at 4,130 m - 03 hrs.

A short walk this morning to reach our main highlight of the adventure, to Annapurna base camp in the heart of scenic and beautiful Annapurna Sanctuary. The trail continues with tremendous views of Annapurna I and a range of peaks, as climb leads for a while and then on the pleasant gradual path towards beautiful Annapurna Sanctuary enclosed by an array of giant mountains.

On reaching Annapurna base camp for lunch and overnight stop, with enough time to enjoy spectacular views of peaks with massive Mt. Annapurna, I at 8,091 m. The first 8,000 m mountain ever climbed in 1950 by French Expeditions earlier than Everest was conquered in 1953, at base camp enjoy the charming scenery of mountains and its arctic landscapes.

Day 05: Trek from Base Camp to Bamboo 2,345 m - 06 hrs

After an exciting and enjoyable moment on the highest spot of the adventure at Annapurna base camp, return journey on the same trail to reach first at Deurali. And continue to walk with few short climbs and descend to reach back into green tree lines at a Bamboo place for an overnight stop.

Day 06: Trek to Jhinu village 1,780m with Hot Spring - 06 hrs.

From Bamboo morning walk with short up above Modi River to reach Sinuwa Hill, and then descend to a bridge with the last climb of the day to Chomrong, with a possible lunch stop. And after Chomrong afternoon walk takes you above Chomrong village with downhill to Jhinu, a charming small town for an overnight stop.

At Jhinu, enjoy refreshing natural hot spring pools a short walk downhill walk of 30 minutes to reach the heated pools near to the bank of Modi River.

Day 07: Trek to the road head and drive to Pokhara-05 hrs.

Last day with a short trek to end the walks of the adventure after crossing a bridge near Modi River and then taking a lovely drive to reach back at beautiful Pokhara, after a most enjoyable and scenic time on high hills of Annapurna Himalaya.

Where is the Annapurna base camp trek situated?

Mt. Annapurna is situated in the western part of Nepal. The trek offers the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri Himalayan range, Fishtail, and many more mountain peaks. The trekking trail is famous in Annapurna conservation.

In a brief period, we can achieve a goal. This region trek begins from the beautiful city Pokhara ½ hour drive to Nayappol or a 40-minute drive to Phedi; we can start our travel.

The Annapurna base camp trek has many options to begin to view the incredible mountain range.
The trek passes through the typical Nepali village having a natural and Himalayan range. You had a fantastic experience with a variety of cultures and ethnicity along the trail.

Annapurna base camp lies around the huge snow-peaked mountain. It offers a stunning view of the hill on the sunset and sunrise time.

How challenging is Annapurna base camp trek?

7 Days Annapurna base camp trek can be categorized moderate trekking trail. It is located 4130m from the sea level. The trek gradually higher up from the lower altitude. So it will help the traveler acclimatization in the new environment.

You have to fit and mentally prepared about the trek physically. You can easily accomplish such a beautiful trek.

What is the best time to trek in the Annapurna base camp?

Nepal trekking season category four times in a year. They are spring, autumn summer, and winter. Two of them are the best season of the trek in the Himalayan region Nepal. Some parts of Nepal can trek in the off-season also. Who is looking best season and beautiful view that can be chosen spring and autumn? But who wants less crowed and explore nature, they can part any time in Nepal.

Spring (March-May)

Autumn (November-September) 

Winter (December-February)

Summer (Jun-August)

The best time for 7 Days Annapurna base camp trek is spring and autumn. The season weather was a stable and fabulous view of the Himalayan range. The weather climate also moderate and warm weather. So you can choose the best time trek in this region.

How long does it take to the Annapurna base camp?

Usually, Annapurna base camp trek can be accomplished 5-12 days. The trek to ABC, there are many alternatives to trek, and we can finish within a short period.

The trek also facilities by the roadways, and we can use a jeep or public bus until Ghandruk of the near to the Jhinu Danda. It helps to short duration time trek in ABC.

Who has a passion for reaching Annapurna Himalaya within a short period, 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp short trek will be the perfect trip.

What type of food and accommodation available during the Annapurna base camp trek?

Food and accommodation are the basic needs of a human being. The trekking trails provide a variety of meals Nepali traditional, European, Italic, Chinese, Indian food are available in the conservation menu. The tea houses provide a basic standard of clean and hygienic accommodation.

The lower part of the trek, somehow more standard hotel but higher altitude could not be fined such tea houses. But you will find a twin sharing room and shared bathroom service, and very few hotels have few attached places.

At base camp, you will find tea hoses, so you don’t need a camping trip.

What about the physical fitness for the Annapurna base camp trek?

Annapurna base camp trek demands physical and mental fitness. It is located 4130m from the sea level. If you are doing daily physical exercise, it will help you hike in the Annapurna conservation trek.

The trek is a popular moderated trekking trail in Nepal. Don’t worried about the altitude and keep moving and take rest on your physical demands. After all, you can achieve your adventurous destination on ABC.

What about the altitude sickness in Annapurna base camp trek?

Altitude sickness also called mountain sickness. While doing Annapurna base camp trek, some of them are suffering from altitude sickness. This problem happens those who do not adjust to the new environment and lack of oxygen in higher altitude.

The symptoms of the altitude like headache, dizziness, vomiting, muscle ache, nausea, etc. if you are facing such symptoms in your body, you have to consult with guides and friends.

You have to have sufficient water and soup item food in the higher altitude trek. If you are facing such a problem, we prefer to take garlic soup; it helps to overcome the altitude problem.

If you are suffering much, you have to back from the higher altitude problem. You must flow the prevention is better than care.

Why do you need to hire a porter and guide for the trek?

Annapurna base camp trek is most have to hire a porter and guide for the trekker. They will help your journey more enjoyable and memorable.

If you hire a guide, he/she provide information and knowledge about the Annapurna base camp and the Himalayan range. It will be beneficial to trek in a different place with different people. They will provide how to participate in a new situation.

Our guide government affiliate experienced and well trained about the Himalayan culture and guest handling service.
Porter will help to carry your equipment and easy to walk along the way. You are free from the burden of the luggage. You had a great experience with the adventurous trekking trail in Nepal. Here you had a chance to Nepali culture and lifestyle.

If you want further information, Adventure Alpine Gorkha Treks will provide hospitable and excellent service. You can call us or contact our email address.

Do you need travel insurance for this trek?

Travel insurance is the most important in Himalayan trekking in Nepal. We don’t know about the circumstance of the altitude situation. The trip to Annapurna base camp is altitude trek. We have to pass through the many more up and downhill, and you may suffer from a different problem.

If you have insurance, it will cover your health problem during the trek. You may suffer from altitude sickness, and natural disaster creates the problem. It was the most helpful for the traveler around the world.