Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m/ 4429ft) Hotel accommodation
Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m/ 4429ft). Transfer to request hotel accommodation for overnight.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 4130m/13546ft.
Trip Facts
Group Size
01-10 persons per Group.
Meal
During The Trek (B,L,D) , B/B plan in Kathmandu.
Grade
Easy/Moderate
Accomodation
Three star to five star as request
Transportation
Private car, flights
Best Months
(Autumn)September to December and (Spring)March to May
Max Elevation
4130m/13546ft.
Trip Length
14 Days
Starts/Ends
Birethati/ Birethati
Trekking Style
Trekking/Hiking
Acclimatization
yes
Wi-fi
Available
Trekking Region
Annapurna Region
Climbing Route
Normal
Highest Access
4130m/13546ft.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Overview
Annapurna Base Camp Trek – Best two weeks plus moderate+ trek in Himalaya
Annapurna trekking is among the ones few treks in Nepal that mixes such a first-rate diversity of landscapes and culture and brings you so near the foothill of gigantic ice giants in such a term. This trek is the appropriate mixture of outstanding Himalayan visits and cultural range. Taking alongside the cultivated farmlands, magical rhododendron woodland, cultural villages, and alpine landscapes, ABC trek offers a first-rate possibility to witness the hovering peaks without having altitude problems.
At some stage in the Annapurna base camp trip, we stay at nearby-owned teahouse which lets us have interaction with locals and recognize their way of life and way of life intently. The ethnic group of Magar and Gurung are the main inhabitant of the area; they are famous for their bravery in the Gurkha battalion.
Annapurna base camp trek commences at Naya pul: one and half hour drive from Pokhara. We begin the trek with ascend to Ghorepani and further make a pre-sunrise hike to the poon hill for a captivating dawn view. Right here we revel in the view of the fifth maximum mountain, Dhaulagiri soaring excessive in skyline and Annapurna south and machhapuchhre standing in front folks. The view from Poonhill is one of the exceptional a part of Annapurna treks. Hiking to poon hill is likewise the first-class way to acclimatize at higher altitude earlier than beginning a ride to Annapurna base camp.
Next, we climb higher thru the slender gorge of glacial Modi Khola valley, carrying the melt of water from the peak above. We trek through the rhododendron, oak, and bamboo forested route. The actual climax begins in the beautiful Annapurna sanctuary wherein we follow the base camp of machhpuchhre to reach Annapurna Base Camp. Right here you may locate yourself amidst of significant wall of rock and ice achieving the peak of 4,000m above the u-fashioned valley. We make returning adventure thru jhinudanda and soothe at herbal hot spring to loosen up our tired muscle tissue.
The teahouses along the Annapurna bc hiking area are relaxed and offer a sizable menu from regular Nepali dahl baat (rice with lentil), Indian, continental and greater. How shower is simply to be had at maximum teahouses.
Satori Adventures offers one of the optimal destinations – Annapurna base camp trek for journey seekers and trekking fans who are seeking to discover the enchanting view of the 10th highest mountain in the world. We provide a whole 14 days itinerary for hiking to Annapurna base camp, from the lovely lake city of Pokhara to the stunning village of jhinudanda with its natural hot springs.
Annapurna Base Camp trekking package from Satori Adventures includes assistance on arrival and departure, airport transfer services, hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara, transportation cost from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu and back to Pokhara from Nayapul. The package is often further designed to your requirements. Our team is committed to assisting you in everything you need during the trek, from restaurants to day trips and sleeping bags. Free trekking map is additionally provided.The company’s representatives, knowledgeable guides, and porters will accompany you thru your stay in Nepal. Your safety is our priority. We’ll be there for you from the day your plane lands at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu till your time of departure.
A place for Best Photo-shoot – Pokhara
A well-known gateway for various trekking trails within the Annapurna, Pokhara may be Nepal’s favorite must-visit city. Bring your Canon, because you'll want to photograph the traditional lakes, waterfalls, lush and full forest, and everything that majestic views over the Himalayan peaks are made up for. The shores of the Fewa lake promise to be one of the best photo spots placed in Pokhara. Moreover, every twist and switch during the ABC trail offers a unique photographic opportunity because the landscape changes dramatically briefly time.
Quite Small and wonderful – Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, &Tadapani
we will stay within the small and authentic village Tikhedhunga for one relaxing night. Then, we'll fix for Ghorepani with its major attractions, namely Banthati and Tangethati, from where you'll witness the very best mountain of the Annapurna Region - Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m). If you pursue a dream to ascertain the famous sunrise from Poon Hill, confirm it'll come true during our Annapurna Himalayan Trek.
Make the Most of Your Two Weeks in Nepal
- Unlike in other Himalayan trekking routes, you won’t suffer from high-altitude sickness.
- Comfortable accommodation and three meals a day to recharge the batteries.
- Fully authorized and licensed guides treat everyone with the utmost professionalism.
- Insurance for all trekking staff and much more
Route Map
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Detailed Itinerary
Day 2 : Drive/Fly from Drive or flight from Kathmandu (915m/3,002ft.)
Drive/Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara (915m/3,002ft.) The journey takes approximately seven hours by bus and 25 minutes by plane. Overnight at the request hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
Day 3 : Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1540m/5052ft,)
Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1050m/3445ft), then trek to Tikhedunga (1540m/5052ft, 04-05 hrs) lodge accommodation.
Day 4 : Trek from Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2675m/8776ft,)
Trek from Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2675m/8776ft, 05-06hrs).lodge accommodation.
Day 5 : Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani (3180m/10433ft)
Trek from Ghorepani to Poonhill (3180m/10433ft) to Tadapani (2675m/8776ft, 05-06hrs). Early in the morning, you will enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche peak, Nilgiri, Mt. Annapurna and Lamjung Himal from Poonhill lodge accommodation.
Day 6 : Trek from Tadapani to Sinuwa (2340m/7675ft)
Trek from Tadapani to Sinuwa (2340m/7675ft, 05hrs) lodge accommodation.
Day 7 : Trek from Sinuwa to Bamboo (2340m/7677ft)
Trek from Sinuwa to Bamboo (2340m/7677ft, 06hrs).Lodge accommodation
Day 8 : Trek from Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10597ft,
Trek from Bamboo to Deurali (3230m/10597ft, 05hrs).Lodge accommodation
Day 9 : Trek from Deurali Annapurna Base Camp (4130m/13,550 ft)
Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m/13,550 ft) via Machapuchare Base Camp (3820m/12533ft, 04 hrs) lodge accommodation.
Day 10 : Trek from ABC to Dovan (2630m/8,629ft)
Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan (2630m/8,629ft, 06hrs). lodge accommodation
Day 11 : Trek from Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m/5,741ft)
Trek from Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m/5,741ft, 07hrs).Lodge accommodation
Day 12 : Trek from Jhinudanda to siwai (1500m/4920ft)
Trek from Jhinudanda to Siwai (1500m/4920ft) takes about 5 hours, and then drive to Pokhara, takes about 45 minutes, overnight at a request category Hotel accommodation.
Day 13 : Drive/Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (350m/ 4429ft)
Drive/Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu. The journey takes approximately seven hours by bus and 25 minutes by plane. Overnight at the request hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
Day 14 : Final departure(1350m/ 4429ft)
Transfer to the airport for the final departure.
Cost Details
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Cost Includes
- To ensure your safety and avoid the natural panic of people entering a new destination for the first time, Satori Adventures provides pick-up and drop services from international and domestic airports on your arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Satori adventures will be waiting for you on arrival at both domestic and international airports with a Satori banner with your placard so that you can easily find our person. Satori's identity card will accompany the person for your confirmation.
- According to the above trekking package schedule, Satori Adventures will arrange Three nights demanded category (from tourist star to five-star) of hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and Two nights Hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
- Satori Adventures will provide Experienced and government authorized (licensed holder) high altitude trekking guide during the trekking period.
- Surface transportation will only be included during the trekking and major city for members as per the itinerary.
- According to the schedule program, Satori Adventures arranged regular flight tickets from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- Apart from Camping trekking, Satori Adventures Will provide you with a lovely tea house (except chain hotels) to stay in and eat during the trekking.
- Most of the trekking trail, lunch is done on the way between the starting and ending the day of hiking while dinner and breakfast at the tea house where you have your overnight stay. Satori Adventures provides a clean and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee at the tea house's menu throughout the trekking.
- We will provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trekking, taking care of your comfort and health to not have a cold problem and do not weigh too much on international flights.
- Satori Adventures allow up to 15kg of personal trekking equipment per person during the flight onboard and the trekking period carried by porter or yak or mules.
- As Annapurna base camp is at the Annapurna Region territory, Satori adventures provide you a permit for Annapurna conservation .
- The Trekkers' Information Management Systems permit issued by the trekking agency association of Nepal is required to enter the area of Annapurna Conservation so Satori adventures provide you a TIMS permit too.
- As far as possible, we will provide you weather reports throughout the trekking period.
- Satori Adventures provides all wages, clinical, equipment, and accidental insurance for all elaborate trekking staff.
- We provide first aid medical kits for the group and the staff, taking care of your climbing and health safety.
- Trekking trails are often inaccessible and far from information, communication, and transportation in the Himalayas, so that information communication is a significant factor for safety and a successful trip. That's why Satori Adventures provides satellite phones with your trekking guide in case of emergency required.
- During your trekking, satori adventures offer you clean, Nutritious, and fresh food at the tea house.
- Satori Adventure always has a concern and top priority about our trekking guides, cooks, porters, and involved trekking staff safety during the period of trekking. For this reason, we always do medical insurance, helicopter evacuation insurance, and treatment insurance for all engaged staff with a reputed insurance company.
- For your convenience, we always provide maps of related trekking trails.
- The above offer price includes our official service charges, government charges, and all taxes and vat. Except for the above amount, there are not any hidden costs charged by us.
- If you need any assistance with departure information, Flight ticket reconfirmation, Visa extension procedure services, Satori adventures fully support you without any charges.
- We want to offer you to have dinner with us before you departed from Kathmandu. It will be an opportunity for you to see and learn about Nepali culture and tradition. Thus, satori adventures offer you farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant with a cultural show in Kathmandu before departure.
- Before your departure, as a memory of your lifetime experience, Satori Adventures would like to handover Satori T-shirt/Pashmina and Brochure.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Cost Excludes
- Kathmandu is Nepal's capital, and since this place offers high quality and delicious food from different countries and groups, we were hoping you could taste the food you like. For that reason, during your stay in Kathmandu, you will have to arrange lunch and dinner (except farewell dinner) yourself.
- Suppose you want to take any packed food, snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, and carbonated soft drinks, any types of alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, and nutria-bars during the trek. In that case, you have to buy it yourself as a customer often requires these items during the trekking. No, and there is no guessing how much it will take by the client and its cost.
- Expenses incurred towards usage of Items of personal nature trekking equipment, laundry expenses, tips, Landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phones, and the internet service exclude in the package. You have to pay for it yourself when you use it.
- Trekking is, in itself, an adventurous activity that always takes place in remote areas. So, safety is the primary factor for us. Therefore, you have to have your travel insurance covering the cost of emergency rescue, medical treatment, medical tests, and hospitalization before you arrive for the trip to Nepal.
- The package cost offered above does not include your international flight ticket and Nepal's tourist visa, so that you have to pay for your international flight ticket and tourist visa yourself.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural disasters, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations costs exclude in the package cost.
- Additional costs for extra workers then what we have included in the package.
- The short sentence, "The services we provide in the above package cost inclusive," will cost extra if you want additional services.
- Employees involved in your trekking are hoping for tips, gifts, or something at the end of the trip, which is an opportunity to say how happy you are with our staff and what kind of service you have rendered. Your guide and porters expect tips according to the international system in the trekking package for your information.
Package Options
Service Details
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Standard Service Includes
- To ensure your safety and avoid the natural panic of people entering a new destination for the first time, Satori Adventures provides pick-up and drop services from international and domestic airports on your arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Satori adventures will be waiting for you on arrival at both domestic and international airports with a Satori banner with your placard so that you can easily find our person. Satori's identity card will accompany the person for your confirmation.
- According to the above trekking package schedule, Satori Adventures will arrange Three nights demanded category (from tourist star to five-star) of hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and Two nights Hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
- Satori Adventures will provide Experienced and government authorized (licensed holder) high altitude trekking guide during the trekking period.
- Surface transportation will only be included during the trekking and major city for members as per the itinerary.
- According to the schedule program, Satori Adventures arranged regular flight tickets from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- Apart from Camping trekking, Satori Adventures Will provide you with a lovely tea house (except chain hotels) to stay in and eat during the trekking.
- Most of the trekking trail, lunch is done on the way between the starting and ending the day of hiking while dinner and breakfast at the tea house where you have your overnight stay. Satori Adventures provides a clean and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee at the tea house's menu throughout the trekking.
- We will provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trekking, taking care of your comfort and health to not have a cold problem and do not weigh too much on international flights.
- Satori Adventures allow up to 15kg of personal trekking equipment per person during the flight onboard and the trekking period carried by porter or yak or mules.
- As Annapurna base camp is at the Annapurna Region territory, Satori adventures provide you a permit for Annapurna conservation .
- The Trekkers' Information Management Systems permit issued by the trekking agency association of Nepal is required to enter the area of Annapurna Conservation so Satori adventures provide you a TIMS permit too.
- As far as possible, we will provide you weather reports throughout the trekking period.
- Satori Adventures provides all wages, clinical, equipment, and accidental insurance for all elaborate trekking staff.
- We provide first aid medical kits for the group and the staff, taking care of your climbing and health safety.
- Trekking trails are often inaccessible and far from information, communication, and transportation in the Himalayas, so that information communication is a significant factor for safety and a successful trip. That's why Satori Adventures provides satellite phones with your trekking guide in case of emergency required.
- During your trekking, satori adventures offer you clean, Nutritious, and fresh food at the tea house.
- Satori Adventure always has a concern and top priority about our trekking guides, cooks, porters, and involved trekking staff safety during the period of trekking. For this reason, we always do medical insurance, helicopter evacuation insurance, and treatment insurance for all engaged staff with a reputed insurance company.
- For your convenience, we always provide maps of related trekking trails.
- The above offer price includes our official service charges, government charges, and all taxes and vat. Except for the above amount, there are not any hidden costs charged by us.
- If you need any assistance with departure information, Flight ticket reconfirmation, Visa extension procedure services, Satori adventures fully support you without any charges.
- We want to offer you to have dinner with us before you departed from Kathmandu. It will be an opportunity for you to see and learn about Nepali culture and tradition. Thus, satori adventures offer you farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant with a cultural show in Kathmandu before departure.
- Before your departure, as a memory of your lifetime experience, Satori Adventures would like to handover Satori T-shirt/Pashmina and Brochure.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Standard Service Cost Excludes
- Kathmandu is Nepal's capital, and since this place offers high quality and delicious food from different countries and groups, we were hoping you could taste the food you like. For that reason, during your stay in Kathmandu, you will have to arrange lunch and dinner (except farewell dinner) yourself.
- Suppose you want to take any packed food, snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, and carbonated soft drinks, any types of alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, and nutria-bars during the trek. In that case, you have to buy it yourself as a customer often requires these items during the trekking. No, and there is no guessing how much it will take by the client and its cost.
- Expenses incurred towards usage of Items of personal nature trekking equipment, laundry expenses, tips, Landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phones, and the internet service exclude in the package. You have to pay for it yourself when you use it.
- Trekking is, in itself, an adventurous activity that always takes place in remote areas. So, safety is the primary factor for us. Therefore, you have to have your travel insurance covering the cost of emergency rescue, medical treatment, medical tests, and hospitalization before you arrive for the trip to Nepal.
- The package cost offered above does not include your international flight ticket and Nepal's tourist visa, so that you have to pay for your international flight ticket and tourist visa yourself.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural disasters, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations costs exclude in the package cost.
- Additional costs for extra workers then what we have included in the package.
- The short sentence, "The services we provide in the above package cost inclusive," will cost extra if you want additional services.
- Employees involved in your trekking are hoping for tips, gifts, or something at the end of the trip, which is an opportunity to say how happy you are with our staff and what kind of service you have rendered. Your guide and porters expect tips according to the international system in the trekking package for your information.
Good to Know
Satori Adventures and Expedition aims at giving proper information to many travelers, trekkers and climbers who have some confusion regarding the booking process of the trip in Nepal. Satori Adventures therefore desires to provide guideline for the first-time visitors or travelers so that they can comfortably start the process to book the selected package legally. Before starting the booking process we always advise our trekkers, travelers and climbers to intelligently check whether the company is genuine and whether they are fully safe to travel in the company’s guidance. We ask them to be acquainted with the company they want book their holiday trip with. Is the company genuine and authorized from Government of Nepal, Office of the Company Registrar, Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Nepal Rastra Bank ‒Central Bank of Nepal (authorized for foreign currency), Permanent Account Number (PAN), and the Department of Cottage & Small Industries). Are they financially secured and environmentally conscious? We advise them to make sure about these formalities because there are some companies in Nepal that have been running business without abiding by the rules and regulation of the Government. Some companies were once registered but by now their licenses have already been expired and yet they have providing the services illegally.
On many occasions, Government of Nepal and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal have found that many foreigners’ tour operators, NGOs and INGOs have been involved in directly operating tours, trekking, and mountaineering holiday adventures without having government license and abiding by the Government rules. It has been also found that many individuals, freelance guides and porters have been arranging trips illegally by creating their own personal website. We have observed that many trekkers and climbers face a host of problems once they arrive in Kathmandu as they lack adequate information. Many of them file complaints to Government of Nepal and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal for legal action such as the refund of the advanced payment. There is hardly any justice given to the cheated clients. Thus, so as to prevent all these probable problems we request our travelers to check the company before booking any trip to the Himalayas.
To conform and process your trip booking please follow these suggestions:
- Please select the package itinerary and details from our website, that is make sure which package you want to book with us.
- At the bottom of the itinerary (end of the page of the package) you have the following options: Book now, ask expert, write a review and print. Once you click book now bottom it will l take you to booking page; ask expert will allow you to e-mail us in case of any query related to the package.
- Our typical itinerary includes transfer from and to the airport. We can provide you with any type of accommodation‒from budget to 5 Stars. So please indicate class of hotel you wish us to book or alternatively name your preferred hotel. You can also state all additional services apart from those mentioned in the itinerary.
- The web page itinerary is a guideline and a standard pattern which helps you plan your trip. It can be changed or modified according to your time & requirements.
- If you wish to expand the itinerary with additional activities, please let us know by mail. Satori Adventures builds your customized itinerary with the adjusted price.
- There are many fixed departure dates and itinerary packages in Trekking and Mountaineering in our package. If you wish to join with our fixed departure with group, please contact us. The cost in this option is always pretty low compared to a private trip.
- Before you confirm the trip you have to read and understand what is included and excluded in the cost. It is also important to read terms and conditions. If you require additional services which are not included in cost please mention them all in the booking form.
- Please contact us if you are still unclear about the information or required service.
- You have to read our Terms and Conditions before you book the trip; it explains to you the booking timing, the deposit and advance payment requirements, policies, procedures for cancellation, refund and the payment classification.
- Once we have agreed mutually on itinerary you required and the price for the trip, you have to send us the deposit to confirm the booking as specified in our quotation according to our Terms and Conditions.
- Once we receive the advance payment from you, we will process to confirm your trip.
- Without conformation and advance received we may not process for Permits, TIMS, Flight Tickets, Trekking and climbing Guide, Porters and other necessary Staff for trekking and expedition along with food, transportation, etc.
- With your conformation of the trip and advance payments we require copy of your travel document (passport), passport size photo, and your flight reservation details.
- For details on the payments of the trip and time frame you have to follow our terms and conditions.
Please kindly submit Trip Booking Form when you confirm the trip with us. It will be easy for us to process for your trip conformation and prepare all legal processes and permit for the trip. If you have any query, always feel free to contact us at any time. We always want to make sure our clients are well informed before conforming the trip. You are always advised to visit our website and related package for further information.
Packing List for Annapurna Base Camp Trek
The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek reaches up to 4,130 m (13,550 ft), where conditions range from warm and sunny at lower altitudes to freezing cold at higher camps. Packing correctly is essential for safety, comfort, and enjoyment.
Clothing
Base Layers
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Moisture-wicking T-shirts (2–3, quick-dry, mix of long and short sleeves)
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Thermal tops and bottoms (2 sets, light and medium weight)
Mid Layers
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Fleece jacket or pullover
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Down or synthetic insulated jacket (lightweight but warm)
Outer Layers
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Waterproof and windproof shell jacket with hood
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Waterproof trekking pants
Trekking Pants and Shorts
- 2 trekking pants (quick-dry, stretchable)
- 1 trekking short (optional, for lower altitudes)
Underwear and Sleepwear
- 4–5 pairs moisture-wicking underwear
- Sports bras (2–3 for women)
- Warm sleepwear
Headwear
- Sun hat or cap
- Warm beanie or wool hat
- Buff, neck gaiter, or scarf
Gloves
- Inner liner gloves
- Insulated or windproof outer gloves
Footwear
- Trekking boots (waterproof, broken-in, ankle support)
- Lightweight camp shoes or sandals (for evenings)
- 4–5 pairs trekking socks (synthetic or wool blend)
- 1–2 pairs warm wool socks (for cold nights)
Gear and Accessories
- Backpack (30–40L for daily essentials, with rain cover)
- Duffel bag (60–80L, for porter use, waterproof preferred)
- Sleeping bag (rated –10°C or better, four-season)
- Trekking poles (adjustable, shock-absorbing)
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Water bottles (2 × 1L) or hydration bladder (2–3L)
- Water purification tablets or filter
- Quick-dry travel towel
Toiletries and Personal Care
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Lip balm with SPF
- Wet wipes and hand sanitizer
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap
- Tissue rolls or pocket tissues
- Deodorant (small size)
- Moisturizer (for dry, cold weather)
Health and Safety
- Personal first-aid kit (band-aids, blister pads, antiseptic cream)
- Altitude sickness medicine (Diamox if prescribed)
- Pain relievers (Ibuprofen or Paracetamol)
- Oral rehydration salts or electrolyte powders
- Prescribed medicines
- Insect repellent (for lower altitudes in spring/summer)
- Dust mask or scarf
Electronics and Extras
- Smartphone and charger
- Portable power bank (minimum 10,000 mAh)
- Camera with spare batteries and memory cards
- Plug adapter (Type C/D/M, 220V in Nepal)
- Book, Kindle, or cards for evenings
- Small notebook and pen
Documents and Money
- Passport with photocopies
- Trekking permits (ACAP and TIMS, usually arranged by agency)
- Travel insurance (must cover high-altitude trekking and helicopter rescue)
- Cash in Nepalese Rupees (ATMs not available on the trail)
Packing Tips
- Domestic flights and porters usually allow 15–20 kg per person, so pack efficiently.
- Use a layering system to handle quick weather changes.
- Sleeping bags and down jackets can be rented in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
- Carry reusable bottles and purify water instead of buying plastic bottles.
- If using a porter, keep only daily essentials in your backpack.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek FAQs
A: This is a very important question for all visitors. Clients need to classify themselves about which kind of adventure they are capable of handling. This is dependent upon their physical fitness level, previous experience, acceptable level of risk and desired experience. Trekking in Nepal is considered hiking, this can range in difficulty and skill that is required. Easy trekking is considered class 1-3 terrain which is considered mostly flat with rolling hills and some rocks but is non-technical and no ropes are required. Class 4-5 hiking is considered difficult. Difficult hiking in Nepal can mean that you might have to navigate a high altitude pass that may or may not require the use of ropes and crampons. Climbers are expected to traverse steep rock, ice and glaciated terrain that requires the use of specialized techniques and equipment. No matter what you are considered Satori is committed to offering organized and high quality services in all of our trekking and mountaineering packages. Most of our clients that leave Nepal comment that they considered their experience luxurious thanks to Satori Adventure.
A: When people travel to Nepal they will encounter very different cultures, attitudes and ways of doing things that are different from their native culture. Please keep in mind that Nepal is a developing country so you should not always expect streamlined travel arrangements. Many of the expedition operators and tourist related business people can speak English, but very few native people and a lot of elderly people speak very little English. The general hygiene of most people and the handling of food might also be a surprise to most people. We advise a deliberate transition for your dietary needs that includes not eating at small unhygienic food stands and staying away from meat for the first few days. Toilets may also be at a lower standard than what you may be used to. You can expect in most villages that a toilet is just a hole in the ground. If you have a flexible attitude, a good sense of humor, can go with the flow this will maximize your enjoyment and your adventure experience in Nepal. It can be very encouraging to your tour leader and guide if your express to them that you are accepting that things might not be going to plan because of the unpredictability of Nepalese logistics.
Satori Adventures and Expedition aims at giving proper information to many travelers, trekkers and climbers who have some confusion regarding the booking process of the trip in Nepal. Satori Adventures therefore desires to provide guideline for the first-time visitors or travelers so that they can comfortably start the process to book the selected package legally. Before starting the booking process we always advise our trekkers, travelers and climbers to intelligently check whether the company is genuine and whether they are fully safe to travel in the company’s guidance. We ask them to be acquainted with the company they want book their holiday trip with. Is the company genuine and authorized from Government of Nepal, Office of the Company Registrar, Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Nepal Rastra Bank ‒Central Bank of Nepal (authorized for foreign currency), Permanent Account Number (PAN), and the Department of Cottage & Small Industries). Are they financially secured and environmentally conscious? We advise them to make sure about these formalities because there are some companies in Nepal that have been running business without abiding by the rules and regulation of the Government. Some companies were once registered but by now their licenses have already been expired and yet they have providing the services illegally.
On many occasions, Government of Nepal and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal have found that many foreigners’ tour operators, NGOs and INGOs have been involved in directly operating tours, trekking, and mountaineering holiday adventures without having government license and abiding by the Government rules. It has been also found that many individuals, freelance guides and porters have been arranging trips illegally by creating their own personal website. We have observed that many trekkers and climbers face a host of problems once they arrive in Kathmandu as they lack adequate information. Many of them file complaints to Government of Nepal and Trekking Agency Association of Nepal for legal action such as the refund of the advanced payment. There is hardly any justice given to the cheated clients. Thus, so as to prevent all these probable problems we request our travelers to check the company before booking any trip to the Himalayas.
To conform and process your trip booking please follow these suggestions:
- Please select the package itinerary and details from our website, that is make sure which package you want to book with us.
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The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a renowned trekking route in Nepal that takes you to the base of Mount Annapurna (8,091m), the 10th highest mountain in the world. It's popular for its diverse landscapes, traditional Gurung villages, rich biodiversity, and stunning views of the Annapurna and Machapuchare peaks. The trek is accessible, moderately challenging, and suitable for both beginners and seasoned trekkers.
The typical Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes around 7 to 12 days, depending on the starting point, itinerary, and acclimatization needs. Many itineraries include side trips or combine it with the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek for enhanced mountain views and gradual altitude gain.
The best time for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). During these months, you’ll enjoy clear skies, moderate temperatures, and panoramic views of the Annapurna range. Winter is also doable, though colder, while monsoon season (June–August) brings heavy rain and leeches.
Yes, you need two permits for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek:
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TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System)
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ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit)
These can be obtained in Kathmandu or Pokhara and are essential for trekking legally in the region.
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is considered moderate in difficulty. While it doesn’t require technical climbing, trekkers should be prepared for daily hikes of 5–7 hours, elevation gains up to 4,130 meters, and varying terrain. With proper preparation and pacing, even first-time trekkers can complete it successfully.
For the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, pack layers including:
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Moisture-wicking base layers
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Insulating fleece or down jacket
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Waterproof outer shell
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Trekking boots and socks
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Sleeping bag (rated for cold nights)
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Trekking poles, sunscreen, sunglasses, water purifier, and personal first aid kit
Packing light but efficiently is key for comfort during the trek.
Accommodation on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek consists mainly of tea houses—simple lodges offering a bed, meals, and basic facilities like shared bathrooms and hot showers. As you ascend, amenities become more basic, but the hospitality of the local communities remains a highlight of the trek.
Yes, altitude sickness is a potential risk as the Annapurna Base Camp Trek reaches over 4,100 meters. Symptoms can include headache, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. To prevent it, ascend gradually, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and allow time for acclimatization. Descend if symptoms worsen.
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek typically costs between $400 to $900, depending on whether you're trekking independently or through a trekking company. Costs cover permits, accommodation, food, transportation, guides/porters, and gear rental if needed. It's one of the more budget-friendly high-altitude treks in Nepal.
Yes, solo trekking is allowed on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, and the trail is well-marked with plenty of lodges. However, hiring a local guide or porter can enhance safety, provide cultural insights, and help with navigation—especially during off-seasons or unpredictable weather conditions.
Traveller Reviews
Meawma
Bangkok, Thailand
an unforgertable trip!!! no matter how long you have to walk, the ending is always beautiful. dont forget a good shoes. this is very important. thank to satori adventures, they have a really good customer service :)
Supakit P
12 Days in Nepal very fruitful and enjoy the view of Himalaya. Satori very professional and perfect service.
Ajaykumar168
Mumbai (Bombay), India
had a awesome trip with Rishi / Satori. apart from taking care of all our requirements, they even adjusted out itinerary based on our daily trek. This is my second trek with them (Everest base camp being the firs tone) and pretty happy about it
Sarin_Nam
Bangkok, Thailand
We did Annapurna base camp trek with Satori company on 22-31 March 2017. It was wonderful trip ever! This was my first trek in Nepal and I had a very great experience there. Rishi planned everything for us very very well. Satori company is very professional service company. Our guide,Laxman is very best guide and take care of us perfectly. He behaved like our older brother. Our trip would never be successful without him. We had a very great time there and will come back trekking in Nepal again with Satori company! Thanks to all of the team :)
Nil H
My friend and I went to ABC with Satori on the end of March. I really had a wonderful trip. Satori teams and Rishi took care of us very nicely. Our guide is one of the kindest person that we have met. Also, he was an experienced guide which I have learn a lot about Nepal from him. Our porter was very lively and fun person. He taught us how to play Nepali cards which made us very relaxed after a long walking day. If you are thinking about trekking in Nepal, I cannot say more than " Don't hesitate to go with Satori".
Vasant G
India
We had a truly wonderful ABC trek. Rishi Bhandari & his team of Satori Adventures did a fantastic job of organizing everything for us - myself & my wife age 69 & 67, right from our arrival in Kathmandu. The last three days of trek were tough but the Himalayan scenery, views & nature were truly fantastic. Then it snowed heavily in ABC and it turned so beautiful. The views of the entire Annapurna range in the morning were out of this world !
