Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek)
Overview
ABC trek is one of the most scenic, mesmerising, treks designed for those who
want to be in the mountains in the short time and get lost in the God’s sanctuary.
Located at the height of 4130m from the sea level, the heavenly amphitheatre
setting of beautiful mountains will transfer you to a different world. The trail
runs through different villages like Ghandruk, Landruk, Chhomrong to the
heavenly Annapurna Sanctuary, playing hide and seek inside the Rhododendron,
Bamboo, oak and other vegetation. Twiddling sounds of birds, waterfalls and
thundering running rivers along with towering snow-capped mountains easily
engross your senses.
About the Trek
Grade
Moderate to Difficult
Size
10 – 15 PAX
Dates
12th Nov to 20th Nov. 2026
Altitude
4130m
Duration
8nights, 9days.
Distance
Approx 25km
Region
Nepal
Best Season
Mar to May and Sept to Nov
Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek)
DAY 01:-Arrival in Kathmandu
Elevation: 1,400 meters
Distance & Duration: Airport transfer; 30 minutes to 1hour drive. Description: Arrive in Kathmandu where a representative will greet you with a sign board and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the evening preparing for the
adventure ahead.
DAY 02:- Fly to Pokhara, Drive to Jhinu, and Hike to Chhomrong
Elevation: 2,170 meters (Chhomrong) Distance & Duration: 30-min flight, 3-hr Jeep drive, and 3 to 4 hrs of hiking.
Description: Catch an early morning flight to Pokhara, followed by a scenic four-wheel drive toward the foothills. Begin your hike toward the traditional hillside settlement of Chhomrong.
Day 03:- Chhomrong to Doban
Elevation: 2,300 meters
Distance & Duration: 10 km, 6 to 7 hrs
Description: Start your day accompanied by the sounds of rivers, trees, and
morning sunshine. Descend to cross suspension bridges, pass cascading
waterfalls, and climb through Sinuwa before reaching Doban.
DAY 04:-Doban to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC)
Elevation: 3,100 meters
Distance & Duration: 7 km, 6 to 8 hrs
Description: Walk through dense rhododendron and bamboo forests past
Himalaya and Deurali. As you steadily gain elevation, navigate the rocky terrain
leading up to Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
DAY 05:- Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)
Elevation: 4,130 meters
Distance & Duration: 4 km, 3 to 4 hrs
Description: Rise early to witness a spectacular sunrise over a ring of giants,
including Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Annapurna
(7,555 m), and Gangapurna (7,455 m). Hike up into the magnificent sanctuary
of ABC for an unforgettable overnight stay
DAY 06:- Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
Elevation: 2,310 meters (Bamboo)
Distance & Duration: 11 km, 6 hrs
Description: Trace your steps back down the valley, leaving the high alpine
slopes behind, descending past Deurali and Dovan to spend night at Bamboo.
DAY 07:-Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (Hot Spring) to Pokhara
Elevation: 1,780 meters (Jhinu) / 827 meters (Pokhara)
Distance & Duration: 6 km hike (4 hrs), followed by a 3-hr drive to Pokhara.
Description: Continue your descent to Jhinu Danda, where you can relax sore
muscles in the natural hot spring ponds by the river bank. Afterward, drive
back to Pokhara for the night.
DAY 08:-Pokhara to Kathmandu
Elevation: 1,400 meters
Distance & Duration: 30-min. flight
Description: Take an afternoon flight back to Kathmandu. Enjoy a free evening
capped off with a special farewell dinner.
DAY 09:- Final Departure
Description: Transfer to the international airport for your departure flight
home.
Cost for the trek
| Rs.77000/ per person |
| USD 1150/per person for NRI & OCI & foreigners |
Booking:
01:-Registration by filling up google form and payment of Rs.10000/. You will be included in an exclusive WhatsApp group to receive trek updates, fitness tips, yoga, pranayama tips, list of trekking gear, travel plan etc. You also get peer support in your fitness journey.
02:-The luggage, given to the porter/mules should be in a duffle bag or a rucksack. No suitcases or trolleys are allowed on mountains. Consider carrying 2 bags. One duffle bag to put extra luggage up to 10kg for porter/mules and a small daypack to be carried by yourself during the trek.
03:- Carry following documents for permits: a) 2 copies of Aadhaar Card/Voter’s ID/Passport, b) 2Passport size Photos,
Cost Includes
- All necessary airport –hotel transfer as per the above itinerary
- All necessary land transport as per the itinerary
- Domestic air ticket to and from Pokhara.
- Hotel in Kathmandu 2 Nights and Hotel in Pokhara 1 Nights as per the above plan / normal nice hotel with BB Plan .
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation in tea house during the trek
- 4 cup tea and boiled drinking water during the trek
- English speaking professional trekking guide and assistant guide
- Porter to carry luggage during the trek
- Food for guide and porters
- Guide and porter’s insurance
- All necessary permit to do trekking in Annapurna region
- Agency fees, government taxes, fare well dinner in Kathmandu
Cost Excludes
- Lunch and dinner in Pokhara and Kathmandu.
- Beverages and alcoholic drinks
- Personal expenses.
- Personal Tips to guides and porters.
- Evacuation and medical expenses
- Extra services beyond the regular plan
- City tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Medical Advisory:
01:-Consult doctor before trek if you have any medical conditions.
02:-Carry all personal medications in sufficient quantity
03:-Inform trek leader about any health issues or allergies
04:-Not recommended for people with severe heart, lung, or knee problems
05:-Pregnant women should avoid this trek
06:-All participants above 50 yrs. and participants having mild diabetes, BP,
asthma which they are managing with medication should get their
doctor’s certificate
No refund will be granted:
01:-for the portion/portions of the journey not performed by the trekker.
02:-non-performance of the journey due to external and natural events.
Trip Specific Important Information:
01:-Delays/cancellations are expected on account of roadblock, floods, &
weather conditions. In such situations, we may have to compromise on
the itinerary & adjust to these situations then & there. The final call will
be taken by our Head Guide on location.
02:-The itinerary should be viewed as ideal & we may have to make some
spot changes due to various unavoidable reasons.
03:-The distances & altitude mentioned in the itinerary are to the best of our
knowledge & information; marginal variance is possible.
04:-You are expected to be in reasonable shape and fitness, being able to
walk for several hours at a normal pace.
05:-The minimum age for this trip is 18 unless accompanied by an adult.
02:-All outdoor related activities involve a certain level of risk. You are
expected to sign an Indemnity Form in agreement to the risks involved
through part taking in such outdoor activities.
Fitness Level
01:-Moderate to good fitness level required. One should be able to walk 6-8
hours with breaks in the mountains.
02:-Start preparing 2 months before trek
03:-Cardiovascular exercises highly recommended.
04:-Practice walking with loaded backpack
05:-Build stamina through jogging, cycling, swimming, strength exercises,
staircase climbing, breathing.
Cancellation fee
| More than 45 days, 10% 31-44 days, 25% 5-30 days prior 50% Less than 15 days 100% |
Ms. Mala Honnatti
Ex-banker, accomplished, mountaineer, trekker, marathoner, ACE qualified Personal Trainer and a Masters in Yoga.
Accolades
- National Gold Medallist in long distance running (three consecutive years)
- Bronze Medal in 10,000 mtrs. in 7th Asian Veteran Athletic Championship, Singapore in 1992
- Brown Belt in Karate.
- International Marathon Runner (26 full marathons & 2 ultra marathons).
- Marathon at Everest Base Camp, Antarctica, Great Wall of China, Kilimanzaro, New York, San Franscisco, Miyazaki, Macao, to name a few.
- Podium Finisher in several prestigious National marathons.
- Accomplished mountaineer (veteran of 30 expeditions since 1986)
- Attempted Mt.Everest from North Face, in Tibet, in 2015, at the age of 62 yrs, aborted the expedition due to earthquake.
- Detailed as Liaison Officer for foreign himalayan expeditions from Japan, Czeck, Spain, France, Ireland on Defence Ministry (GOI) assignment.
- Rendered services as guest instructor at national mountaineering institutes.
- Organised over a dozen Himalayan Trekking expeditions since 2015
- Organised yoga and marathon training and other fitness activities.
- Office bearer in Sports, Cultural & Literary Organizations.
- Participated in several seminars on mountaineering & sports in India
- Literary contribution to print and electronic media.