Physical Requirements
Great cardiovascular health; experience walking steep terrain for consecutive days at high altitudes.
Pokhara Departure
Annapurna Base Camp (Full Loop)
Standing inside the world-famous 360-degree Annapurna Sanctuary, Poon Hill sunrise, and natural hot springs.
11 Days
Duration
4,130 m
Max Altitude
Moderate
Difficulty
Teahouse / Lodge
Lodging
Sep–May
Best Season
Highlights
Standing inside the world-famous 360-degree Annapurna Sanctuary, Poon Hill sunrise, and natural hot springs.
Expedition Brief
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
1,540m
Pokhara to Nayapul & Trek Tikhedhunga
Drive to Nayapul and trek along the valley stream to Tikhedhunga.
Day 2
2,860m
Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
Climb Ulleri stone steps through rhododendron forests to Ghorepani.
Day 3
2,630m
Poon Hill Sunrise to Tadapani
Early view from Poon Hill (3,210m) before trekking forest ridges to Tadapani.
Day 4
2,170m
Tadapani to Chhomrong
Descend to Kimrong Khola and climb to the hillside village of Chhomrong.
Day 5
2,600m
Chhomrong to Dovan
Cross the suspension bridge and hike through bamboo forests to Dovan.
Day 6
3,230m
Dovan to Deurali
Walk the steepening Modi Khola valley past Hinku Cave to Deurali.
Day 7
4,130m
Deurali to MBC to ABC
Trek past MBC (3,700m) into the glacial basin of Annapurna Base Camp.
Day 8
2,310m
ABC Sunrise to Bamboo
Sunrise over Annapurna I, then a long descent to Bamboo.
Day 9
1,780m
Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Springs
Retrace steps past Chhomrong to the riverside thermal pools of Jhinu.
Day 10
Jhinu to Siwai & Jeep to Pokhara
Short walk to Siwai and private jeep transfer to Pokhara.
Day 11
Rest Day in Pokhara
Relax, unwind by the lakeside, and recover from the trek.
Pre-Trek Medical & Safety Prep
For any multi-day trek in Nepal—especially those exceeding 3,000 meters—it is highly recommended to get a baseline health check, confirm your physical fitness levels, and secure proper altitude sickness guidance or necessary travel vaccinations before departure.
Trail Logistics
What's Included
- ACAP/TIMS permits
- professional mountain guide
- porters
- all teahouse stays
- meals on the trail
- jeep transfers
What's Not Included
- Porter upgrades
- hot water for showers
- internet access
- bar bills
- tips
What to Bring
Heavy down jacket
thermal underwear
broken-in trekking boots
microspikes (seasonal)
polarized sunglasses
4-season sleeping bag
The Green Forest Standard
cottageVerified teahouses
medical_servicesFirst-Aid certified guides
languageJP · EN · HI
monitor_heartOximeters & satellite comms
home_pinPokhara start & end
Related Routes
ABC Sanctuary Direct
The most direct route straight into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
North Annapurna Base Camp
The historic wild route used by Maurice Herzog in 1950 — off-the-beaten-path with views of the rugged North Face.
Khopra Danda & Khayer Lake
High ridge accommodation at Khopra Danda overlooking the world's deepest gorge, plus sacred Khayer Lake.
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