7-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Pokhara with guide

Seven days ascending through rhododendron forests and Gurung villages to the base of the Annapurna range

A 7-day guided trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, following terraced fields and forested ridges through the Annapurna sanctuary. The trek includes an English-speaking mountain guide, all ground transport, seven nights in mountain lodges, three daily meals, and the required permits. Minimum age is 15 and moderate fitness is needed. The trek is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Drive and trek to Ghandrunk village

• Drive from Pokhara to Syauli Bazar
• Trek from Syauli Bazar to Ghandrunk

Day 2: Trek from Ghandrunk to Chomrong

• Walk from Ghandrunk to Kimrong Danda ridge
• Descend to Kimrong River and farm village
• Climb to hilltop and trek to Chomrong village

Day 3: Trek from Chomrong to Dovan

• Descend from Chomrong to bridge
• Climb to Sinuwa danda ridge
• Walk through forest to Bamboo settlement
• Trek to Dovan for overnight

Day 4: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp via MBC

• Walk past Himalaya Hotel and Hinko cave
• Descend near Modi River then climb to Deurali
• Follow Modi River to Machhapuchare Base Camp

Day 5: Trek from Base Camp to Bamboo

• Enjoy sunrise at Annapurna Base Camp
• Trek downhill to Bamboo village

Day 6: Trek to Jhinu village with hot springs

• Trek from Bamboo to Chomrong
• Divert to Jhinu village on ridge
• Visit natural hot springs near Modi River

Day 7: Trek to Siwai and drive to Pokhara

• Trek from Jhinu to Siwai village
• Drive from Siwai to Pokhara

The experience

The trek starts with a drive from Pokhara to Syauli Bazar, then a four-hour walk to Ghandruk, a large Gurung village where you'll spend your first night. From there the route climbs through forested trails and across ridges: Kimrong Danda, then Chomrong, the last permanent settlement before the higher reaches. Each day builds elevation gradually: the second day runs seven to eight hours to Sinuwa, the third another seven to eight hours through bamboo forest and past the Hinko cave to Deurali at 3,700 meters. The landscape shifts as you climb, from rhododendron groves and farm terraces into alpine scrub and views of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail), and Hiunchuli.

The fourth day is the push to base camp itself: five hours from Deurali, passing Machhapuchare Base Camp before reaching Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, where you're surrounded by towering peaks and glaciers. You spend one night there, then begin the descent over two days: six hours down to Bamboo, then six more to Jhinu village, where a natural hot spring sits a half-hour's walk downhill if you want it. The final day is a three-hour walk back to lower elevations and a drive to Pokhara.

Your guide speaks English and holds a government license. Accommodation is in tea house lodges on a twin-sharing basis, with breakfast, lunch and dinner provided each day. Transport covers the drive from Pokhara to the trailhead and back, seasonal fruits during the trek, and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card required to trek here. The trek suits anyone with moderate fitness. At minimum you should be 15 years old and comfortable walking six to eight hours a day over uneven terrain with elevation gain.

What’s included

• All ground transportation from Pokhara to the trailhead and back.
• an English-speaking government-licensed mountain guide.
• seven nights in mountain tea house lodges with twin-sharing beds.
• three daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) throughout the trek.
• the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card.
• and seasonal fruits during the walking days.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 04:45

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (15 to 85 years) · Under 15: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nepal High Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this trek if you have moderate fitness and can commit seven days. The fixed itinerary and included guide mean you walk at a steady pace with someone who knows the route and can adjust for the group's needs, rather than navigating alone or waiting for a larger group to assemble.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the highest point I'll reach on this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp sits at 4,130 meters, the trek's highest point and its destination. You spend one night there before descending.

Do I need any permits to trek to Annapurna Base Camp?

Yes, two permits are required: the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and the TIMS card. Both are included in the trek cost.

What kind of lodging will I have during the seven days?

You'll stay in tea house lodges on a twin-sharing bed basis, except the first night in Pokhara which is in a good hotel. All seven nights on the trek are in mountain lodges.

How many hours of walking should I expect each day?

Walking ranges from three to eight hours depending on the day. The longest days are the second and third (seven to eight hours each), and the descent days are also six hours. The final day is three hours.

Is the trek suitable if I've never trekked before?

The trek is moderate and open to first-timers with at least moderate fitness. You need to be 15 or older and comfortable with six to eight hours of walking on steep, uneven terrain. It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy.

What meals are included during the trek?

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided every day for all seven days on the trek. Seasonal fruits are also offered during the walk.