Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara: 7-day guided trek

The descent from Annapurna Base Camp takes you through Ablation Valley, a hollow corridor between glacier and mountain.

A 7-day guided trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp and back, staying in guesthouses along the route. You walk through remote villages and dense forests, crossing streams and climbing to the base camp at the foot of the Annapurna range. The return follows the Modi Khola valley down to Jhinu Danda, where hot springs offer a rest before the final trek back to Pokhara.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Pokhara to Jhinu Danda

• Pickup from hotel
• Transfer to trek start
• Equip gear and check permits
• Trek along Modi Khola River
• Cross river to Jhinu Danda
• Arrive at tea lodge

Day 2: Jhinu Danda to Chhomrong

• Uphill trek to Chhomrong
• Trek through dense forest
• Arrive at guest house

Day 3: Chhomrong to Deurali

• Leisurely trek to Deurali
• Enjoy Annapurna mountain views
• Stop for lunch with Himalaya views
• Reach accommodation in Deurali

Day 4: Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp

• Follow trail across streams
• Hike to Ablation Valley
• Cross hills to Annapurna Base Camp
• Overnight stay at base camp

Day 5: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo

• Hike down 1,600 m to Bamboo
• Enjoy descent views
• Overnight stay at Bamboo guesthouse

Day 6: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (Hot Spring)

• Hike down valley
• Descend to Chhomrong
• Reach Jhinu Danda
• Relax in hot spring baths
• Overnight stay at guest house

Day 7: Jhinu Danda to Pokhara

• Short morning trek along river
• Reach Nayapul
• Return to Pokhara
• Drop-off at trek end

The experience

The trek starts with a hotel pickup and transfer to Nayapul, where you begin walking along the Modi Khola River through small villages toward Jhinu Danda. From there, the route climbs steeply through forest to Chhomrong, one of the largest settlements on the trail, then continues upward to Deurali with views of the Annapurna range opening across the valley. Each night you stay in a tea lodge or guesthouse run by local families, where you eat traditional Himalayan meals and meet people who live year-round in these villages.

The fourth day is the push to Annapurna Base Camp itself. You cross several streams, pass Machhapuchhare Base Camp, and hike through Ablation Valley (a narrow corridor between the glacier and the mountain wall) before reaching the camp at 4,130 meters. The descent is steeper and longer than the climb up: the next day drops 1,600 meters to Bamboo, a hard day on the knees, followed by a trek back down to Chhomrong and Jhinu Danda. At Jhinu Danda you can soak in the natural hot springs before the final short walk through farmland along the river to Nayapul and the drive back to Pokhara.

Your English-speaking guide handles the route, pacing and logistics. The trek permit and TIMS card are arranged in advance. Accommodation, transport from your hotel at the start and end, and the shared jeep transfer to the trailhead are all included. You bring your own trekking boots and layers for the altitude and temperature swings.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in Pokhara.
• shared jeep transfer to and from the trailhead.
• English-speaking trekking guide for all seven days.
• accommodation in guesthouses and tea lodges.
• trekking permit and TIMS card.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:15, 08:30 and 09:15

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (6 to 78 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by My Dream Adventure (MDA)

Is this one for you?Choose this trek if you want guided cultural encounters with local communities and villages rather than a self-guided hike, and if you're prepared for seven days of steep climbs and descents that demand strong knees.

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Top questions

What is the terrain like on the walk to Annapurna Base Camp?

The trek follows river valleys and forest trails on the way up, then crosses streams and climbs through alpine terrain to reach the base camp. The descent is steep and long, dropping through forest and villages back to the river valley.

Where do you sleep during the 7 days?

You stay in guesthouses and tea lodges run by local families in the villages along the route: Jhinu Danda, Chhomrong, Deurali, and Bamboo. These are simple, clean rooms with basic facilities and local meals included.

What happens on the day you reach Annapurna Base Camp?

You hike from Deurali across streams toward Machhapuchhare Base Camp, then through Ablation Valley (a hollow corridor between the glacier and the mountain) before climbing to Annapurna Base Camp, where you stay overnight.

Is there time to rest at Jhinu Danda on the way back?

Yes. After descending from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda, you have time to soak in the natural hot springs there before the final short trek to Nayapul and the drive back to Pokhara.

What does the guide do during the trek?

Your English-speaking guide leads the route, sets the pace, manages the daily logistics, and shares knowledge about the villages and landscape. The guide also handles the permits and accommodation arrangements.