Physical Requirements
Excellent fitness; assumes faster acclimatization and a shorter overall trip duration.
Pokhara Departure
ABC Sanctuary Direct
The most direct, no-nonsense route straight into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
7 Days
Duration
4,130 m
Max Altitude
Moderate
Difficulty
Teahouse
Lodging
Sep–May
Best Season
Highlights
The most direct, no-nonsense route straight into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary.
Expedition Brief
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
2,170m
Jhinu to Chhomrong
Drive to Jhinu suspension bridge and steep afternoon climb to Chhomrong.
Day 2
2,900m
Chhomrong to Dovan/Himalaya
Descend and ascend the valley gorge through high forest zones.
Day 3
3,700m
Dovan/Himalaya to Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Climb out of the tree line into the alpine valley under Fishtail.
Day 4
MBC to ABC (4,130m) & Descend to Bamboo
Hike to ABC for sunrise before the long trek back to Bamboo.
Day 5
1,780m
Bamboo to Jhinu Hot Springs
Retrace steps to Jhinu for riverside hot springs.
Day 6
Jhinu to Pokhara
Hike to the road-head and private vehicle transfer to Pokhara.
Day 7
Rest Day / Departure
Rest or departure day in Pokhara.
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
- Mountain permits
- expert guide
- porters
- accommodation
- trail meals
- jeep transfers
What's Not Included
- Personal medical supplies
- snacks
- thermal gear rentals
- tips
What to Bring
Sunscreen
windproof gloves
warm hats
down jacket
well-fitted hiking socks
The Green Forest Standard
cottageVerified teahouses
medical_servicesFirst-Aid certified guides
languageJP · EN · HI
monitor_heartOximeters & satellite comms
home_pinPokhara start & end
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Khopra Danda & Khayer Lake
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