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Is this the right starting point?
Why consider it
A longer Annapurna journey for travelers comfortable with sustained walking and altitude.
Main trade-off
The sanctuary setting rewards a sustained approach; repeated ascents, stone steps and altitude make this a substantial trek rather than a simple first walk.
Compare before deciding
Compare Poon Hill for a shorter lower route, or Annapurna Sanctuary when you want a slightly more focused Base Camp approach.
Destination introduction
Discover Annapurna.
The Annapurna Sanctuary forms a natural mountain amphitheatre reached through river valleys, terraced settlements and changing forest. The gradual journey toward Base Camp makes the landscape feel earned, with each walking day revealing a closer perspective on the surrounding peaks.
Day-by-day itinerary.
Use this complete 12 days route as the planning basis for the annapurna base camp trek. Daily travel, walking time, altitude, accommodation and listed meals are shown below; the final operating itinerary and inclusions are confirmed in your written quotation.
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Day 1
Arrival
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport → Transfer to the Kathmandu hotel
- Elevation
- 1,300 m
- Travel / walking
- —
- Overnight
- Hotel
- Listed meals
- Dinner
Day 1 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek is reserved for arrival, settling in and reviewing the confirmed plan with the local team.
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Day 2
Fly + Drive
Kathmandu Domestic Airport → Pokhara International Airport → Birethanti → Ulleri
- Elevation
- 2,010 m
- Travel / walking
- 4 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 2 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 4 hours estimate by road to Ulleri as guidance because traffic, weather and road conditions can change.
Places on this day
Birethanti
Birethanti is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. Within Day 2 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it adds a distinct layer to the day’s experience.
Ulleri
Ulleri is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. Within Day 2 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it adds a distinct layer to the day’s experience.
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Day 3
Trek
Ulleri → Banthanti → Nangethanti → Upper Ghorepani
- Elevation
- 2,840 m
- Travel / walking
- 4 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 3 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 4 hours estimate toward Upper Ghorepani as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Ulleri
Ulleri is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 3 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Banthanti
Banthanti is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 3 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Upper Ghorepani
Upper Ghorepani is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 3 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 4
Trek
Hike Poon Hill → Ghorepani → Tadapani → Chule
- Elevation
- 2,450 m
- Travel / walking
- 6–7 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 4 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 6–7 hours estimate toward Chule as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Poon Hill
Poon Hill is a celebrated Annapurna viewpoint reached by a pre-dawn climb from Ghorepani. Sunrise can reveal a broad sweep of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges above the surrounding hills. On Day 4 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Ghorepani
Ghorepani is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 4 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Chule
Chule is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 4 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 5
Trek
Chule → Gurjung → Chhomrong Village → Upper Sinuwa
- Elevation
- 2,360 m
- Travel / walking
- 6–7 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 5 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 6–7 hours estimate toward Upper Sinuwa as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Chule
Chule is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 5 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Gurjung
Gurjung is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 5 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Upper Sinuwa
Upper Sinuwa is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 5 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 6
Trek
Upper Sinuwa → Bamboo → Dovan → Himalaya → Deurali
- Elevation
- 3,230 m
- Travel / walking
- 6–7 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 6 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 6–7 hours estimate toward Deurali as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Upper Sinuwa
Upper Sinuwa is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 6 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Bamboo
Bamboo is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 6 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Deurali
Deurali is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 6 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 7
Trek
Deurali → Machapuchare Base Camp → Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)
- Elevation
- 4,130 m
- Travel / walking
- 5–6 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 7 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 5–6 hours estimate toward Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Deurali
Deurali is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 7 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Machapuchare Base Camp
Machapuchare Base Camp sits on the upper approach to the Annapurna Sanctuary beneath the distinctive profile of Machapuchare. It marks the transition into a more open and dramatic high-mountain landscape. On Day 7 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Annapurna Base Camp
Annapurna Base Camp lies within a vast natural amphitheatre ringed by high Himalayan peaks. The close mountain walls and changing light give the sanctuary an atmosphere unlike the lower valleys used to reach it. On Day 7 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 8
Trek
Annapurna Base Camp → Machapuchare Base Camp → Deurali → Himalaya → Dovan
- Elevation
- 2,600 m
- Travel / walking
- 6–7 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 8 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 6–7 hours estimate toward Dovan as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Annapurna Base Camp
Annapurna Base Camp lies within a vast natural amphitheatre ringed by high Himalayan peaks. The close mountain walls and changing light give the sanctuary an atmosphere unlike the lower valleys used to reach it. On Day 8 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Machapuchare Base Camp
Machapuchare Base Camp sits on the upper approach to the Annapurna Sanctuary beneath the distinctive profile of Machapuchare. It marks the transition into a more open and dramatic high-mountain landscape. On Day 8 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Dovan
Dovan is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 8 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 9
Trek
Dovan → Sinuwa → Chhomrong Village → Jhinu Danda
- Elevation
- 1,780 m
- Travel / walking
- 5–6 hours
- Overnight
- Mountain guest house
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 9 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 5–6 hours estimate toward Jhinu Danda as guidance because trail conditions, weather and personal pace vary.
Places on this day
Dovan
Dovan is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 9 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Sinuwa
Sinuwa is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. On Day 9 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
Jhinu Danda
Jhinu Danda is a viewpoint or elevated landmark within the journey. Reaching it gives travellers a clearer sense of the valleys, ridges and mountain scale surrounding the route. On Day 9 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it gives the walking route its own sense of place and progression.
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Day 10
Drive
Jhinu Danda → Suspension Bridge → Birethanti → Pokhara
- Elevation
- 940 m
- Travel / walking
- 3–4 hours
- Overnight
- Hotel
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
For Day 10 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, treat the 3–4 hours estimate by road to Pokhara as guidance because traffic, weather and road conditions can change.
Places on this day
Jhinu Danda
Jhinu Danda is a viewpoint or elevated landmark within the journey. Reaching it gives travellers a clearer sense of the valleys, ridges and mountain scale surrounding the route. Within Day 10 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it adds a distinct layer to the day’s experience.
Birethanti
Birethanti is a meaningful stop within this route, helping connect the day’s scenery, communities and onward journey. Time here gives travellers a more grounded sense of the region than simply passing through. Within Day 10 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it adds a distinct layer to the day’s experience.
Pokhara
Pokhara combines lakeside calm with a dramatic position beneath the Annapurna range. Its waterfront, surrounding hills and easy access to the mountains make it both a destination and a natural gateway to trekking. Within Day 10 of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it adds a distinct layer to the day’s experience.
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Day 11
Flight
Pokhara Airport → Kathmandu Airport → Transfer to the Kathmandu hotel → Farewell Dinner
- Elevation
- 1,300 m
- Travel / walking
- 25 minutes
- Overnight
- Hotel
- Listed meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
The Day 11 flight in Annapurna Base Camp Trek serving Transfer to the Kathmandu hotel remains subject to the carrier’s operating schedule and suitable weather.
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Day 12
Departure
Kathmandu hotel → Tribhuvan International Airport → International departure
- Elevation
- 1,300 m
- Travel / walking
- —
- Overnight
- —
- Listed meals
- Breakfast
For the final day of Annapurna Base Camp Trek, the airport transfer will be aligned with the confirmed international flight time.
See the journey
Places and moments this route can bring together.
Before you book
What to confirm for Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
This is practical comparison guidance, not a confirmed inclusion list. Your written quotation is the final record of services, exclusions, dates and price.
Traveller suitability
- Annapurna Base Camp Trek is strongest for travellers drawn to Annapurna who are comfortable with a challenging journey rather than choosing only by the headline destination.
- The 12 days structure suits a group that can protect the complete route, including arrival, transfer, recovery and weather-sensitive time shown in the itinerary.
- Choose Annapurna Base Camp Trek only when consecutive walking and an itinerary reaching about 4,130 m fit the group’s recent experience and altitude comfort.
Inclusions to confirm
- Ask the written Annapurna Base Camp Trek quotation to name the private guide, driver and any porter support instead of leaving the operating team implied.
- Confirm the hotel, lodge or homestay category and room arrangement for every overnight in the 12 days route.
- Check every domestic flight, airport transfer and road alternative individually, including how a weather-related schedule change would be handled.
- Compare the day-by-day meal fields with the final list of meals, permits, entrance fees and scheduled activities in the quotation.
Budget separately unless stated
- Unless the Annapurna Base Camp Trek quotation states otherwise, budget separately for international flights, Nepal visa charges and travel insurance.
- Personal purchases, laundry, drinks, tips and meals not named in the confirmed meal plan should be treated as separate spending.
- Optional upgrades, extra nights and route changes requested after confirmation are outside the indicative starting price unless added in writing.
- Personal trekking clothing, footwear and specialist equipment are not assumed to be supplied; record any rental or provided gear explicitly.
How to prepare
- Share the group’s arrival times, preferred pace, room needs and any mobility or dietary considerations before the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route is priced.
- Prepare with repeated walks on uneven ground and test the footwear and day pack intended for the trail rather than relying on general fitness alone.
- Discuss the route’s altitude profile and suitable insurance with qualified professionals; private travel does not remove the need for conservative acclimatisation decisions.
- Keep one clear priority for Annapurna so any necessary adjustment protects what matters most to the group.
What can change the price
- Travel dates, seasonal availability and how early the Annapurna Base Camp Trek services can be confirmed.
- Group size, private room configuration, single-room requests and the selected hotel or lodge comfort level.
- Domestic flight sectors, baggage arrangements, airport transfers and any road-based contingency required by the route.
- Guide and porter staffing, permits, trail accommodation, meal plan and any equipment or extra acclimatisation day added to Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Planning notes for this route
The sanctuary setting rewards a sustained approach; repeated ascents, stone steps and altitude make this a substantial trek rather than a simple first walk.
Alliance Adventure coordinates package operation. Best Escape remains the seller and planning contact, and will confirm the final itinerary, inclusions and price in writing.