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Top 5 Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek in 2025

There are many Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary as it is one of the most popular treks in Nepal. Nayapul, Ulleri , Ghorepani, Poon Hill , Chhomrong village, Machhapuchhre Base camp (3700m) , Annapurna base camp (4130m.), Jhinu(Natural hot spring), Ghandruk villages are major attractions of this trek. You will have the best sunrise from Poon Hill, Tadapani and other places.  Highest western Nepal Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri , Barahi Sikhar, Annapurna South, Himchuli, Annapurna I, II, III, IV , Machhapuchhre and other Himalayas. If you are confused as to which annapurna base camp trek itinerary is suitable for you, the Himalaya Trip article will help you to make a decision.

Top 5 Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

There are a variety of Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary from 5 – 14 days. If you have a short trek, you may choose a short Annapurna base camp trek. If you have enough time, you may take 2 weeks or 14 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek .

Top 5 Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek table

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek 5 daysSamrung – Sinuwa – Deurali – MBC – ABC – Bamboo – Samrung
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 7 DaysSyauli Bazar – Ghandruk – Sinuwa – Deurali – MBC – ABC – Bamboo – Jhinu – Samrung
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 9 DaysNayapul – Ulleri – Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani – Deurali – ABC – Bamboo – Jhinu – Ghandruk
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 DaysKathmandu – Pokhara – Nayapul – Ulleri – Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani – Sinuwa – Deurali – ABC – Bamboo – Jhinu – Pokhara – Kathmandu
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 14 daysArrival in Kathmandu – Pokhara – Nayapul – Ulleri – Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani – Sinuwa – Deurali – ABC – Bamboo – Jhinu – Ghandruk – Pokhara – Kathmandu – Departure
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary table

5 Days Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

If you have really short time but want to reach Annapurna base camp 4130m, you may choose short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You will start this trek from Kathmandu or Pokhara, If you start this trek from Kathmandu, you will take an early flight to Pokhara and meet your guide and porter there, drive to Samrung which is 66 km or 3 hours drive and trek from there. On the first day, you will trek to Sinuwa 2340m and stay overnight here. From Sinuwa , trek to Deurali 3200m on the second day. You will reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp and finally at Annapurna Base camp 4130m on day third. You will have a beautiful view of Annapurna I, III, Machhapuchhre, Barahi Sikhar, Annapurna South, Himchuli , Tent Peak and other peaks. After this beautiful view, trek down to Bamboo on the fourth day. From Bamboo, you will trek down to Samrung and drive back to Pokhara or fly back to Kathmandu.

DayDestinationAltitude in MetersDistance Kilometer Distance in hours
1.Kathmandu or Pokhara – Sinuwa2340m 65 km drive, 6km walk3 hours drive and 5 hours walk
2.Sinuwa – Deurali3200m 11km walk7 hours walk
3.Deurali – MBC – ABC4130m 6.8km walk5-6 hours walk
4.ABC – Bamboo2310m 14km walk7 hours walk
5.Bamboo – Jhinu – Pokhara or Kathmandu830m 9.2km walk, 66 km drive5 hours walk, 3 hours’ drive
Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek 5 days

7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Annapurna Base Camp 7 days trek is another way of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The trek will start from Kathmandu or Pokhara. Our guide will come to pick you up at your Hotel in Pokhara or If you fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, pick you up from the Pokhara airport. You will drive to Syauli Bazar which is 50km or 2 hours drive from Pokhara. Trek from Syauli Bazar to Ghandruk 1940m, first day. From Ghandruk , trek to Sinuwa 2340m second day, Deurali 3200m third day, finally Machhapuchhre Base Camp 3700m and Annapurna Base Camp 4130m on fourth day. If the weather stays clear, you have the opportunity to see the sunset this evening. We wake up in the morning for the beautiful Himalayas view. After breakfast, trek down to Bamboo 2310m day fifth, Jhinu natural Hot spring on day sixth. You will enjoy the natural hot water pool in the afternoon. Day seven, we walk to the other side of the suspension bridge Samrung, take a Jeep 66 km or 3 hours drive to Pokhara or fly back to Kathmandu.

DayDestinationAltitudeDistanceDuration in hours
1.Kathmandu or Pokhara – Ghandruk1940m/ 6365f50 km drive5.5 km walk2 hours’ drive3 hours walk
2.Ghandruk – Sinuwa2340m/7677f13 km walk 
3.Sinuwa – Deurali3200m / 10498f11 km walk6-7 hours walk
4.Deurali – MBC – ABC4130m / 13550f6.8 km walk5-6 hours walk
5.ABC – Bamboo2310 / 7579f14km walk7 hours walk
6.Bamboo – Jhinu1780m / 5840f9.2km walk5-6 hours walk
7.Jhinu – Ghandruk – Pokhara or Kathmandu830m / 2730f5.8km walkAnd 65km drive3-4 hours walk, 2-hrs half drive
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 7 Days
Annapurna Base Camp in Spring Season
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9 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 9 days is a combination of Poon Hill Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This trek starts after your breakfast at your Hotel in Pokhara or fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, drive to Nayapul 1050m. Trek to Ulleri 1960m, Ghorepani 2860m, climb Poon Hill 3210 early in the morning for the best sunrise and view of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Barahi Sikhar, Annapurna South, Himchuli, Machhapuchhre and peaks. After breakfast, trek to Tadapani 2630m, Sinuwa 2340m, Deurali 3200m, finally to Machhapuchhre Base Camp 3700m and Annapurna Base Camp 4130m on day six. You will wake up early in the morning for a beautiful view of Himchuli, Annapurna South, Barahi Sikhar, Annapurna I, Tent Peak, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre. After this beautiful view, trek down to Bamboo and  Jhinu. You will enjoy the Natural Hot water in the Pool here. We trekked to Ghandruk for Lunch, it is a beautiful and big village in this area. And drive back to Pokhara or fly back to Kathmandu.

DayDestinationAltitudeDistanceDuration in hours
1.Kathmandu or Pokhara – Nayapul -Ulleri1960m42 km drive, 11km walk1 and half hour drive,5-6 hours walk
2.Ulleri – Ghorepani2860m8 km walk5-6 hours walk
3.Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani2630m11 km walk6-7 hours walk
4.Tadapani – Sinuwa2340m12 km walk6-7 hours walk
5.Sinuwa – Deurali3200m11 km walk6-7 hours walk
6.Deurali – MBC – Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)4130m6.8 km walk5-6 hours walk
7.Annapurna Base Camp – Bamboo2310m14 km walk7 hours walk
8Bamboo – Jhinu Hot Spring17809.2 km walk5-6 hours walk
9Jhinu – Ghandruk – Pokhara830m5.8 km walk ,65 km drive3-4 hours walk , 2 and half hours drive
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 9 Days

10 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 days is Kathmandu – Pokhara – Poon Hill – Annapurna Base Camp – Pokhara – Kathmandu itinerary. If you want to experience Kathmandu – Pokhara highway drive experience by tourist bus or private or fly to Pokhara and want some time to explore Pokhara, this itinerary will be fit for them. From Pokhara, drive to Nayapul, trek to Ulleri, Ghorepani , Poon Hill , Tadapani, Sinuwa, Deurali and finally Machhapuchhre Base camp and Annapurna Base Camp on day seven. After the beautiful view, trek down to Bamboo, Jhunu and drive to Pokhara and Kathmandu.

DayDestinationAltitudeDistance km or mileDistance in hours
1.Kathmandu – Pokhara830m200 km drive or fly7-8 hours or 25 minutes
2.Pokhara – Nayapul – Ulleri1960m42 km drive or 11km walkOne and half hour drive, 5-6 hours walk
3.Ulleri – Ghorepani2860m8 km walk5-6 hours walk
4.Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani2630m11 km walk6-7 hours walk
5.Tadapani – Sinuwa2340m12 km walk6-7 hours walk
6.Sinuwa – Deurali3200m11 km walk6-7 hours walk
7.Deurali – MBC – ABC4130m6.8 km walk5-6 hours walk
8.ABC – Bamboo2310m5.8 km walk3-4 hours walk
9.Bamboo – Jhunu – Pokhara830m5.5 km walk, 50 km drive2 hours walk, 2 hours’ drive
10Pokhara – Kathmandu1350m200 km drive or fly7-8 hours drive or 25 minutes by flight
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 days

14 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary

Annapurna Base Camp Trek 14 days is an all inclusive plan of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. If you choose this itinerary. You will pick up at the Tribhuwan International airport in Kathmandu and transfer to a Hotel in Kathmandu. You have the drive or fly option to Pokhara. From Pokhara, drive to Nayapul, trek to Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Tadapani, Sinuwa, Deurali and finally at Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp day eight. You will have a beautiful Annapurna view in the morning, trek down to Bamboo, Jhunu for Natural Hot Spring. Trek continues to Ghandruk which is the biggest Gurung village in Annapurna region and familiar for Gurkhas, it is worth staying a night here. Syaulibaza, drive back to Pokhara and drive or fly back Kathmandu. And final transfer to the airport to depart home.

DayDestinationAltitudeDistance km or mileDistance hour
1.Arrival in Kathmandu1350m
2.Kathmandu – Pokhara830m200 km drive or 25 minutes by flight7-8 hours drive
3.Pokhara – Nayapul – Ulleri1960m42 km drive, 11 km walk1 and half hour drive , 5-6 hours walk
4.Ulleri – Ghorepani2860m8 km walk5-6 hours walk
5.Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Tadapani2630m11 km walk6-7 hours walk
6.Tadapani – Sinuwa2340m12 km walk6-7 hours walk
7.Sinuwa – Deurali3200m11 km walk6-7 hours walk
8.Deurali – MBC – ABC4130m6.8 km walk5-6 hours walk
9.ABC – Bamboo2310m14 km walk7 hours walk
10.Bamboo – Jhinu1780m9.2 km walk5-6 hours walk
11.Jhinu – Ghandruk1940m5.8 km walk3-4 hours walk
12.Ghandruk – Syauli Bazar -Pokhara830m5.5 km walk, 50 km drive5.5km , 50km drive
13.Pokhara – Kathmandu1350m200 km drive or 25 minutes by flight7-8 hours drive or 25 minutes by flight
14.Departure home1350m
Annapurna Base Camp Trek 14 Days
Areeja Rana Team at ABC
5/5.0
From day one the communication and support from Himalaya trip has been exceptional. We were initially planning the trip for October 2025, but had to move it to March 2026. The management team was super understanding about the situation and we seamlessly changed plans. Our guide for the trip was Ramesh, along with two porters who made the entire journey so much easier and carefree. Everything was organised and taken care of. March being a busy season, with lodges being overbooked, Ramesh especially made sure that we were always sorted and got the best of the options available. He was very clear throughout about what to expect during the journey and how to prepare. Also took us through the most beautiful routes. During unexpected situations, we consistently felt genuine care and a sense of security around us thanks to Ramesh and the porters. I would highly recommend Himalaya trip for anyone who is considering trekking in Nepal!

Areeja Rana Thailand , March 2026

Areeja Rana Team at ABC
5/5.0

Highly recommend Himalaya trip for ABC Trek

From day one the communication and support from Himalaya trip has been exceptional. We were initially planning the trip for October 2025, but had to move it to March 2026. The management team was super understanding about the situation and we seamlessly changed plans. Our guide for the trip was Ramesh, along with two porters who made the entire journey so much easier and carefree. Everything was organised and taken care of. March being a busy season, with lodges being overbooked, Ramesh especially made sure that we were always sorted and got the best of the options available. He was very clear throughout about what to expect during the journey and how to prepare. Also took us through the most beautiful routes. During unexpected situations, we consistently felt genuine care and a sense of security around us thanks to Ramesh and the porters. I would highly recommend Himalaya trip for anyone who is considering trekking in Nepal!

Areeja Rana Thailand , March 2026

Michaela Espenschied group at ABC
5/5.0
Our experience with Himalaya Trip was incredible. We were guided by Ramesh who is an absolute delight and 12/10 as a guide – a trip full of laughter, great stories, and thoughtful insights into Nepal and its culture. We went as a group of 4 to Annapurna Base Camp trek and it was unforgettable as a trip. We also hired porters who were also very kind, smiley and friendly – this genuine warmth and kindness from every member of Himalaya trip company really made our trip. Ramesh was expert level guidance in everything from food recommendations, to what to wear and expect the next day in the terrain. Everything was well organized and easy to follpw. He also really made us feel safe when my sister got sick from the altitude. We really felt we experienced Nepali hospitality where we were treated as guests, welcomed, and cared for. Communication was great throughout, reliable, and easy to follow. There was everything from time for photos, rest, trekking, and challenges in between. I definitely plan on returning and hopefully doing Everest base camp with Himalaya Trips and maybe even summiting!!! Thank you Ramesh and amazing team 🙏

Michaela Espenschied Australia , March, 2026

Michaela Espenschied group at ABC
5/5.0

Our ABC Trek experience with Himalaya Trip was incredible

Our experience with Himalaya Trip was incredible. We were guided by Ramesh who is an absolute delight and 12/10 as a guide – a trip full of laughter, great stories, and thoughtful insights into Nepal and its culture. We went as a group of 4 to Annapurna Base Camp trek and it was unforgettable as a trip. We also hired porters who were also very kind, smiley and friendly – this genuine warmth and kindness from every member of Himalaya trip company really made our trip. Ramesh was expert level guidance in everything from food recommendations, to what to wear and expect the next day in the terrain. Everything was well organized and easy to follpw. He also really made us feel safe when my sister got sick from the altitude. We really felt we experienced Nepali hospitality where we were treated as guests, welcomed, and cared for. Communication was great throughout, reliable, and easy to follow. There was everything from time for photos, rest, trekking, and challenges in between. I definitely plan on returning and hopefully doing Everest base camp with Himalaya Trips and maybe even summiting!!! Thank you Ramesh and amazing team 🙏

Michaela Espenschied Australia , March, 2026

Annapurna base camp trek with Himalaya trip
5/5.0
We had a really nice trek to ABC. Unfortunately we faced rain and then snow (30 cm). Jay, our guide, was very professional ensuring our safety and getting us down the mountain in time, and obtaining extra blankets at our booked guest houses. You could tell he had the experience needed for such situations. I also would like to share that Harka, the tour manager, was extremely helpful and flexible with changing our itinerary and transport method as needed due to weather conditions. As important, Harka was very honest in dealing with us. We highly recommend both of them. Enzo and Flavio

Flavio Garofalo Italy , March 2026

Annapurna base camp trek with Himalaya trip
5/5.0

Jay: What a great guide

We had a really nice trek to ABC. Unfortunately we faced rain and then snow (30 cm). Jay, our guide, was very professional ensuring our safety and getting us down the mountain in time, and obtaining extra blankets at our booked guest houses. You could tell he had the experience needed for such situations. I also would like to share that Harka, the tour manager, was extremely helpful and flexible with changing our itinerary and transport method as needed due to weather conditions. As important, Harka was very honest in dealing with us. We highly recommend both of them. Enzo and Flavio

Flavio Garofalo Italy , March 2026

testimonial
5/5.0
I completed the solo Annapurna Base Camp trek with Poon Hill, starting from Pokhara. It was masterfully organised by Harka, who has been amazing from the very beginning. He arranged my entire itinerary — from Kathmandu to Pokhara and the trek itself — all on short notice. I was guided by Sandeep, who provided the utmost care and support throughout the trekking journey. We stayed in tea houses run by lovely and friendly families who treated guests like royalty. I met fellow trekkers and shared experiences, tips, and hacks along the way. I even rode a horse, which was an incredible experience. The trek itself was moderately challenging, with regular breaks. Despite the constant rain throughout the journey, the fact that I completed the trek was an accomplishment in itself. In short, if you are able to walk 15kms a day for 5-7 hours over 4-5 consecutive days in your home country, you can do this trek. Thank you, Harka and Sandeep, for a wonderful experience.

Gus Australia , Sept. 2025

5/5.0

Wonderful Trek that Offers Flexibility

I completed the solo Annapurna Base Camp trek with Poon Hill, starting from Pokhara. It was masterfully organised by Harka, who has been amazing from the very beginning. He arranged my entire itinerary — from Kathmandu to Pokhara and the trek itself — all on short notice. I was guided by Sandeep, who provided the utmost care and support throughout the trekking journey. We stayed in tea houses run by lovely and friendly families who treated guests like royalty. I met fellow trekkers and shared experiences, tips, and hacks along the way. I even rode a horse, which was an incredible experience. The trek itself was moderately challenging, with regular breaks. Despite the constant rain throughout the journey, the fact that I completed the trek was an accomplishment in itself. In short, if you are able to walk 15kms a day for 5-7 hours over 4-5 consecutive days in your home country, you can do this trek. Thank you, Harka and Sandeep, for a wonderful experience.

Gus Australia , Sept. 2025

Cheng group from Hongkong at Annapurna Base Camp 4130 m
5/5.0
We are very happy to have successfully completed the Nepal ABC Trek and sincerely thank the “Himalaya Trip Private Limited” Trekking team. Special thanks to Harka for providing detailed information before departure, arranging airport pickup and drop-off, and thoroughly explaining the itinerary. Ramesh took great care of us throughout the journey, ensuring our meals and accommodation were well-managed. When he noticed that we were struggling with our physical stamina, he suggested an alternative route. Although it was slightly longer, the path was easier to navigate. Since the porter couldn’t always stay with us, Ramesh also helped carry some of our belongings, making it possible for us to complete the trek. His arrangements were truly flexible and considerate. Markus and Aita always had bright smiles on their faces. They helped with our luggage, checked our rooms to ensure nothing was left behind, chatted with us along the way, and took photos with us. They gave us a sense of genuine warmth and simplicity that is hard to find in the city. Once again, a heartfelt thanks to Harka, Ramesh, Markus, and Aita ? ? P.S. The Himalaya Trekking team celebrated uncle and aunt’s birthdays for two consecutive days, which was truly a wonderful surprise and deeply touching. I sincerely hope to hike with your team again in the future ?

Cheng Hongkong , April, 2025

Cheng group from Hongkong at Annapurna Base Camp 4130 m
5/5.0

We are very happy to have successfully completed the Nepal ABC Trek

We are very happy to have successfully completed the Nepal ABC Trek and sincerely thank the “Himalaya Trip Private Limited” Trekking team. Special thanks to Harka for providing detailed information before departure, arranging airport pickup and drop-off, and thoroughly explaining the itinerary. Ramesh took great care of us throughout the journey, ensuring our meals and accommodation were well-managed. When he noticed that we were struggling with our physical stamina, he suggested an alternative route. Although it was slightly longer, the path was easier to navigate. Since the porter couldn’t always stay with us, Ramesh also helped carry some of our belongings, making it possible for us to complete the trek. His arrangements were truly flexible and considerate. Markus and Aita always had bright smiles on their faces. They helped with our luggage, checked our rooms to ensure nothing was left behind, chatted with us along the way, and took photos with us. They gave us a sense of genuine warmth and simplicity that is hard to find in the city. Once again, a heartfelt thanks to Harka, Ramesh, Markus, and Aita ? ? P.S. The Himalaya Trekking team celebrated uncle and aunt’s birthdays for two consecutive days, which was truly a wonderful surprise and deeply touching. I sincerely hope to hike with your team again in the future ?

Cheng Hongkong , April, 2025

trekkers leaving Hotel
5/5.0
We arranged for a 13 pax group for the ABC trek with Harka. Even with a big group size, Harka and his team took good care of us. The itinerary was customized based on our needs and fitness level. Top-notch service was provided throughout our 10 days in Nepal. Our guide, Hari did an amazing job ensuring all of us were able to cope with the altitude and long trek well. During the trip, we requested some changes to the itinerary and they were able to accommodate our last-minute request. Would totally come back to them if we are planning for EBC and recommend it to those who wish to visit Nepal.

Pei Sim Malaysia , October 2018

trekkers leaving Hotel
5/5.0

13 pax group for ABC trek with Harka

We arranged for a 13 pax group for the ABC trek with Harka. Even with a big group size, Harka and his team took good care of us. The itinerary was customized based on our needs and fitness level. Top-notch service was provided throughout our 10 days in Nepal. Our guide, Hari did an amazing job ensuring all of us were able to cope with the altitude and long trek well. During the trip, we requested some changes to the itinerary and they were able to accommodate our last-minute request. Would totally come back to them if we are planning for EBC and recommend it to those who wish to visit Nepal.

Pei Sim Malaysia , October 2018

Our Malaysian group at Annapurna Base Camp 4130m
5/5.0
Haari, our tour guide, was great. He is very friendly, patient, accommodating with everyone and a mountain of knowledge about the Himalayas (very very enthusiastic about EBC, haha). He was well prepared with first aids and brought us to places to get gears and stuff that we missed out before our hike. He made plans ahead and keep us informed, totally made our ABC adventure so much more enjoyable and relaxed. The porters were super helpful and thoughtful, despite carrying our bags around the mountains they keep us entertained with their carefree personalities and great dancing skills 🙂 (yeah, they partied at one of the teahouse we stayed). OH did I mentioned, one of our member left his camera at the previous teahouse we stayed and only realised when we arrived at the next accommodation (after 12 hours) and one of the porter volunteered to return and pick up the camera for our member, and I’m sure he was sprinting and down 6 red bull and came back in 5hours. We were very lucky and blessed indeed. Haari’s brother, Harka is the operation/ owner of the tour agency and he was also very kind and did a fantastic job in ensuring our last few days in Kathmandu a pleasant one. We had good conversations with everyone of them and all in all a great experience and a wonderful times in this beautiful country.

Pearly Malaysia , October 2018

Our Malaysian group at Annapurna Base Camp 4130m
5/5.0

Unforgettable and its a real adventure

Haari, our tour guide, was great. He is very friendly, patient, accommodating with everyone and a mountain of knowledge about the Himalayas (very very enthusiastic about EBC, haha). He was well prepared with first aids and brought us to places to get gears and stuff that we missed out before our hike. He made plans ahead and keep us informed, totally made our ABC adventure so much more enjoyable and relaxed. The porters were super helpful and thoughtful, despite carrying our bags around the mountains they keep us entertained with their carefree personalities and great dancing skills 🙂 (yeah, they partied at one of the teahouse we stayed). OH did I mentioned, one of our member left his camera at the previous teahouse we stayed and only realised when we arrived at the next accommodation (after 12 hours) and one of the porter volunteered to return and pick up the camera for our member, and I’m sure he was sprinting and down 6 red bull and came back in 5hours. We were very lucky and blessed indeed. Haari’s brother, Harka is the operation/ owner of the tour agency and he was also very kind and did a fantastic job in ensuring our last few days in Kathmandu a pleasant one. We had good conversations with everyone of them and all in all a great experience and a wonderful times in this beautiful country.

Pearly Malaysia , October 2018

mountain man and trekkers
5/5.0
My husband and I spent our honeymoon trekking to Annapurna Base Camp and Harka was our guide. We were so pleased to have Harka as he was the perfect guide for us. Naturally he has excellent knowledge and always gently guided us into the correct decision. We were quite worried about spending so much time with someone we didn’t know. But Harka had the magic ability to know when to leave us in peace and when to spend time with us. He was very gentlemanly, with perfect manners and as I said an innate ability to know what to do. He wasn’t too distant nor too friendly. We did see other guides who didn’t get this balance right and who if they had been with us would have affected our trip for the worse. Harka was just perfect for us and I would recommend him to anyone.

Steve Miller , 2016

mountain man and trekkers
5/5.0

our honeymoon trekking

My husband and I spent our honeymoon trekking to Annapurna Base Camp and Harka was our guide. We were so pleased to have Harka as he was the perfect guide for us. Naturally he has excellent knowledge and always gently guided us into the correct decision. We were quite worried about spending so much time with someone we didn’t know. But Harka had the magic ability to know when to leave us in peace and when to spend time with us. He was very gentlemanly, with perfect manners and as I said an innate ability to know what to do. He wasn’t too distant nor too friendly. We did see other guides who didn’t get this balance right and who if they had been with us would have affected our trip for the worse. Harka was just perfect for us and I would recommend him to anyone.

Steve Miller , 2016

abc trek
5/5.0
In the march of 2012, my girlfriend and I took a trip to the Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal. We have hired a guide Harka Gurung , a local guide (26), who was recommended by my friends.First, he has sent us the list of things to take with us, this information is very valuable for us, since we know what to take with us. The weather conditions were pretty rough, but we did not freeze and need anything. Harka is very fond of safety, starting from the recommendations about the food and water and ending with advice was and how to pass the Avalanche area, steep slopes, and so on. He was very nice to us and told us a lot of stories about Nepali habits, culture, and history; he was always joking and did not show any signs of angriness when we were going to slow or wanted to have rest. Harka went all the way with us and without him our travel would not have been so nice and safe.I definitely will choose home as a guide for my next trips to Nepal and recommend him to anyone who wants to feel comfortable and nice during the trek.

Semen Furman Russia , March, 2012

abc trek
5/5.0

I and my girlfriend took a ABC Trek

In the march of 2012, my girlfriend and I took a trip to the Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal. We have hired a guide Harka Gurung , a local guide (26), who was recommended by my friends.First, he has sent us the list of things to take with us, this information is very valuable for us, since we know what to take with us. The weather conditions were pretty rough, but we did not freeze and need anything. Harka is very fond of safety, starting from the recommendations about the food and water and ending with advice was and how to pass the Avalanche area, steep slopes, and so on. He was very nice to us and told us a lot of stories about Nepali habits, culture, and history; he was always joking and did not show any signs of angriness when we were going to slow or wanted to have rest. Harka went all the way with us and without him our travel would not have been so nice and safe.I definitely will choose home as a guide for my next trips to Nepal and recommend him to anyone who wants to feel comfortable and nice during the trek.

Semen Furman Russia , March, 2012

Monica-Vincent
5/5.0
We met Harka in September 2010. He was going to be our trekking guide up to Annapurna Base Camp and he was more than that! He became a good friend! He is patient (he kept us going all the way up to ABC!), kind, knowledgeable, and has a real love for sharing his culture and exchanging thoughts life! We had some inspiring chats. He cares about his people, he has a heart of gold. WE would trek with him again forever, and more than that, we are still in touch because he did become one very good friend and we wish him all the best for his life. He deserves all the happiness he can get. Namaste saathi!

Monica & Vincent Spain , September, 2010

Monica-Vincent
5/5.0

We met Harka in September 2010

We met Harka in September 2010. He was going to be our trekking guide up to Annapurna Base Camp and he was more than that! He became a good friend! He is patient (he kept us going all the way up to ABC!), kind, knowledgeable, and has a real love for sharing his culture and exchanging thoughts life! We had some inspiring chats. He cares about his people, he has a heart of gold. WE would trek with him again forever, and more than that, we are still in touch because he did become one very good friend and we wish him all the best for his life. He deserves all the happiness he can get. Namaste saathi!

Monica & Vincent Spain , September, 2010

Monica-Vincent
5/5.0
We met Harka in September 2010. He was going to be our trekking guide up to Annapurna Base Camp and he was more than that! He became a good friend! He is patient (he kept us going all the way up to ABC!), kind, knowledgeable, and has a real love for sharing his culture and exchanging thoughts life! We had some inspiring chats. He cares about his people, he has a heart of gold. We would trek with him again forever, and more than that, we are still in touch because he did become one very good friend and we wish him all the best for his life. He deserves all the happiness he can get. Namaste saathi! Love from Spain,

Monica & Vincent. Spain , September , 2010

Monica-Vincent
5/5.0

Sharing his culture and exchanging thoughts life

We met Harka in September 2010. He was going to be our trekking guide up to Annapurna Base Camp and he was more than that! He became a good friend! He is patient (he kept us going all the way up to ABC!), kind, knowledgeable, and has a real love for sharing his culture and exchanging thoughts life! We had some inspiring chats. He cares about his people, he has a heart of gold. We would trek with him again forever, and more than that, we are still in touch because he did become one very good friend and we wish him all the best for his life. He deserves all the happiness he can get. Namaste saathi! Love from Spain,

Monica & Vincent. Spain , September , 2010

ABC
5/5.0

I am more than happy to recommend Harka – he was very helpful and organised a good and professional trek (I did the Annapurna Base Camp trek with two friends). Our guide Shyam spoke good English and our two porters were a huge asset, carrying stuff we couldn’t have done ourselves. All for a very reasonable price.

UK, April 2019

James UK , April 2019

ABC
5/5.0

Good, well organised and excellent value trip

I am more than happy to recommend Harka – he was very helpful and organised a good and professional trek (I did the Annapurna Base Camp trek with two friends). Our guide Shyam spoke good English and our two porters were a huge asset, carrying stuff we couldn’t have done ourselves. All for a very reasonable price.

UK, April 2019

James UK , April 2019

Himalayas view
5/5.0

A wonderful 8 day trek, led by our amazing guide Nirmal and porter Anil. It was April, and this is a very busy month, so despite the company booking in advance, we struggled to find a room on several occasions – but the overall experience and mountain views surpassed all. Thank you, Nirmal and Anil, we’ll come again!!

USA, April 2019

Noemie and Mike USA , April 2019

Himalayas view
5/5.0

amazing guide Nirmal and porter Anil

A wonderful 8 day trek, led by our amazing guide Nirmal and porter Anil. It was April, and this is a very busy month, so despite the company booking in advance, we struggled to find a room on several occasions – but the overall experience and mountain views surpassed all. Thank you, Nirmal and Anil, we’ll come again!!

USA, April 2019

Noemie and Mike USA , April 2019

7 Days Annapurna base camp
5/5.0

We booked a 7 day Annapurna Base Camp trek with Himalaya Trip in Sep. Communication when booking was excellent and they were very accommodating to fit in with our dates and pick up/drop off locations. The manager, Harka, was very quick to respond and provided good information about what to take. On arrival, Harka met us at our hotel in Kathmandu and explained the full plan for the trip giving us all our tickets and trekking passes. He also met us in the morning to ensure we got on the correct bus to Pokhara where we would meet our guide.

The guide and porter were very good: both were very friendly and couldn’t do enough to make sure we were comfortable and safe at all times. We were particularly impressed when we asked to change the plan for the last day of the trek and he gave us a few options and rebooked our accommodation and transport plan to fit. Even though the porter spoke little English he was friendly and helpful throughout.

Himalaya Trip clearly a local, family-run business and I would highly recommend booking directly with them as it was better value for money than going through an agent in the UK and also supports their local community. We will certainly use them again for future trekking adventures in Nepal.

UK, September 2019

Emma UK , September 2019

7 Days Annapurna base camp
5/5.0

Highly recommended, friendly family-run company.

We booked a 7 day Annapurna Base Camp trek with Himalaya Trip in Sep. Communication when booking was excellent and they were very accommodating to fit in with our dates and pick up/drop off locations. The manager, Harka, was very quick to respond and provided good information about what to take. On arrival, Harka met us at our hotel in Kathmandu and explained the full plan for the trip giving us all our tickets and trekking passes. He also met us in the morning to ensure we got on the correct bus to Pokhara where we would meet our guide.

The guide and porter were very good: both were very friendly and couldn’t do enough to make sure we were comfortable and safe at all times. We were particularly impressed when we asked to change the plan for the last day of the trek and he gave us a few options and rebooked our accommodation and transport plan to fit. Even though the porter spoke little English he was friendly and helpful throughout.

Himalaya Trip clearly a local, family-run business and I would highly recommend booking directly with them as it was better value for money than going through an agent in the UK and also supports their local community. We will certainly use them again for future trekking adventures in Nepal.

UK, September 2019

Emma UK , September 2019

Annapurna South view on the way to Annapurna Base Camp 4130m
5/5.0

Our little group of three were introduced to Himalaya Trip and its Founder, Harka Gurung, from another Malaysian who had trekked in Nepal in 2018.

For our trek to ABC, I found Harka and his guide, Om and his two porters, Buddhi Man and Samsher, all Gurungs from their home state, to be exceptionally professional, courteous, friendly and accommodating at all times.

We quickly warmed to the Gurungs’ easygoing nature and friendly, no-nonsense dispositions, made all the more memorable by Samsher and Buddhi Man’s mountain songs and spontaneous dancing whilst on the trail!

I cannot therefore recommend Harka, Om, Samsher and Buddhi Man more highly for your next trip to this beautiful land as Nepal Hidden Treks will definitely be my first port of call when I next visit, hopefully with my children.

The defining feature of Harka and his men are that this is a family business for the Gurung tribe which places employment, professional standards and career opportunities on equal if not higher measure than commercial profit, which ultimately benefits the lucky client.

Malaysia, November 2019

Choong Malaysia , November 2019

Annapurna South view on the way to Annapurna Base Camp 4130m
5/5.0

ABC Made Memorable by Harka Gurung and Himalaya Trip !

Our little group of three were introduced to Himalaya Trip and its Founder, Harka Gurung, from another Malaysian who had trekked in Nepal in 2018.

For our trek to ABC, I found Harka and his guide, Om and his two porters, Buddhi Man and Samsher, all Gurungs from their home state, to be exceptionally professional, courteous, friendly and accommodating at all times.

We quickly warmed to the Gurungs’ easygoing nature and friendly, no-nonsense dispositions, made all the more memorable by Samsher and Buddhi Man’s mountain songs and spontaneous dancing whilst on the trail!

I cannot therefore recommend Harka, Om, Samsher and Buddhi Man more highly for your next trip to this beautiful land as Nepal Hidden Treks will definitely be my first port of call when I next visit, hopefully with my children.

The defining feature of Harka and his men are that this is a family business for the Gurung tribe which places employment, professional standards and career opportunities on equal if not higher measure than commercial profit, which ultimately benefits the lucky client.

Malaysia, November 2019

Choong Malaysia , November 2019

A Complete 7 Day ABC Trek
5/5.0

Harka responds quickly to every query, and the guide ( om gurung) and porters ( samsher and buddi man gurung) were so friendly and accommodating. We did the 7 day Annapurna base camp trek and we had a fantastic time. Highly recommended.

Malaysia, November 2019

Daenerys Malaysia , November 2019

A Complete 7 Day ABC Trek
5/5.0

Daenerys Had Fantastic ABC Trek

Harka responds quickly to every query, and the guide ( om gurung) and porters ( samsher and buddi man gurung) were so friendly and accommodating. We did the 7 day Annapurna base camp trek and we had a fantastic time. Highly recommended.

Malaysia, November 2019

Daenerys Malaysia , November 2019

A Complete 7 Day ABC Trek
5/5.0

Our ABC trek was fantastic, with beautiful scenery! We had a great time with our very friendly guide Ramesh, who organized everything (food, drinks, teahouse rooms) very well, and made us feel safe all the way. We would definitely recommend to book with Himalaya Trip.

Netherlands, September 2022

Sarah Netherlands , September 2022

A Complete 7 Day ABC Trek
5/5.0

Amazing 7 Days Trek

Our ABC trek was fantastic, with beautiful scenery! We had a great time with our very friendly guide Ramesh, who organized everything (food, drinks, teahouse rooms) very well, and made us feel safe all the way. We would definitely recommend to book with Himalaya Trip.

Netherlands, September 2022

Sarah Netherlands , September 2022

Annapurna I view from Annapurna Base Camp 4130m
5/5.0

Harka organised an amazing trip with a porter and guide for us to trek to and from Annapurna Base Camp over 7 days in September. The communication pre and post trip was excellent and our guide and porter during the trek provided an exceptional service. Couldn’t recommend this company highly enough.

UK, September 2022

Tom UK , September 2022

Annapurna I view from Annapurna Base Camp 4130m
5/5.0

Harka organised an amazing trip

Harka organised an amazing trip with a porter and guide for us to trek to and from Annapurna Base Camp over 7 days in September. The communication pre and post trip was excellent and our guide and porter during the trek provided an exceptional service. Couldn’t recommend this company highly enough.

UK, September 2022

Tom UK , September 2022

ploy-abc-trek
5/5.0

I did ABC trek 7 days with Surpa the guide, he took a very good care of me, checked if I am fine all along the way. Couldn’t ask for any better service. Before the trek Harka also briefed about the route I am going to do both email and in-person.

Thailand, October 2022

Ploy Thailand , October 2022

ploy-abc-trek
5/5.0

Superb service

I did ABC trek 7 days with Surpa the guide, he took a very good care of me, checked if I am fine all along the way. Couldn’t ask for any better service. Before the trek Harka also briefed about the route I am going to do both email and in-person.

Thailand, October 2022

Ploy Thailand , October 2022

Annapurna base camp
5/5.0

We had our trip to Annapurna base camp with Himalaya Trip in november and there were 9 hiking days. We really enjoyed the trip and organisation by the guide Surpa. Everything was thoroughly thought out, i.e accommodation, food, hiking distances etc. Surpa took a really great care of us and ensured us the safety of the trip and all the comforts. Supra is a very friendly, nice and helpful guide. We will definitely recommend Himalaya Trip and Surpa to our friends.

Estonia, November 2023

Rahel Estonia , November 2023

Annapurna base camp
5/5.0

Excellent trip in Nepal

We had our trip to Annapurna base camp with Himalaya Trip in november and there were 9 hiking days. We really enjoyed the trip and organisation by the guide Surpa. Everything was thoroughly thought out, i.e accommodation, food, hiking distances etc. Surpa took a really great care of us and ensured us the safety of the trip and all the comforts. Supra is a very friendly, nice and helpful guide. We will definitely recommend Himalaya Trip and Surpa to our friends.

Estonia, November 2023

Rahel Estonia , November 2023

7 Days Annapurna base camp
5/5.0

It was a great experience of ABC Trek that the Himalaya Trip company and the guide provided clear details and support for the trip, especially the trekking journey to ABC. I highly recommend this trek.

Hongkong, November 2023

yuk HongKong , November 2023

7 Days Annapurna base camp
5/5.0

Authentic ABC Trek

It was a great experience of ABC Trek that the Himalaya Trip company and the guide provided clear details and support for the trip, especially the trekking journey to ABC. I highly recommend this trek.

Hongkong, November 2023

yuk HongKong , November 2023

Charlie Family at MBC 3700 m
5/5.0
An amazing trek to ABC (Annapurna Base Camp). The views of Fishtail and Annapurna were extraordinary and the hiking through Ghandruk was beautiful. The guide (Milan) and the porter (Misak) were excellent and we had a great time chatting to them in English (and also in Nepalese!) They were very kind, offering us fruits after dinner and cushions to sit on when we took breaks. The trip was very well organised and all the hotels had been organised and booked in advance. We highly recommend taking this trek with Himalaya Trip.

Charlie UK , Nov, 2024

Charlie Family at MBC 3700 m
5/5.0

Amazing Annapurna Base Camp Trek

An amazing trek to ABC (Annapurna Base Camp). The views of Fishtail and Annapurna were extraordinary and the hiking through Ghandruk was beautiful. The guide (Milan) and the porter (Misak) were excellent and we had a great time chatting to them in English (and also in Nepalese!) They were very kind, offering us fruits after dinner and cushions to sit on when we took breaks. The trip was very well organised and all the hotels had been organised and booked in advance. We highly recommend taking this trek with Himalaya Trip.

Charlie UK , Nov, 2024

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Map

Conclusion:

You have many options for Annapurna base camp trek itinerary. You may choose any of these itineraries according to your available time and budget.

  • If you have very limited time, you may choose a short Annapurna base camp trek or 5 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
  • If you want to take it easy for Annapurna Base Camp Trek only, you may take Annapurna Base Camp Trek 7 days,
  • If you want to combine Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp Trek, you choose Annapurna Base Camp Trek 9 days.
  • If you are looking for Kathmandu to Kathmandu Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek 10 days will be fit for you.
  • If your choice is all inclusive Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek 14 days will be perfect for you.

Author: Ramesh Gurung

I am Ramesh Gurung from Chitwan. After teaching for several years in primary school. I have switched my work to a trekking guide. At first, I started my work as a trekking porter to know the trekking trail and mountain names. After working few years, I took trekking guide training. I am a government-certified trekking guide. I have been working on the Himalaya Trip. I am a specialized trekking guide of the most popular destinations like Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, and Manaslu region. I can communicate in English. I have a lot of experience in the Himalayas. As well as the stunning scenery trekkers often find it interesting to hear bits and pieces about local culture, religions, norms, caste history, and environmental issues. This helps the trekker appreciate the different world they have stepped into.

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