Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek

Fly to Pokhara early in the morning and observe aerial views of the Himalayan range and diversified landscape. Pokhara is one of the most beautiful cities in Nepal along with an amazing view of the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre, and many other peaks. Major attractions of Pokhara are Phewa Lake, Devi’s fall, Gupteshwor Cave, and many other places to explore around. Upon arrival at Pokhara, drive to Nayapul and trek to Jhinu Danda at an elevation of 1760m. Crossing the bridge of Modi Khola, walk uphill along the bank of Modi River till we reach Birethanti. The trail then ascends to Syauli Bazar and again climb the uphill trail that leads to Jhinu Danda. Explore around in the evening.

Overnight at Jhinu Danda.
Walking Time: 5 to 6 hours.

From Jhinu Danda, the trail ascends uphill till we reach Chhomrong village. From Chhomrong village, the trail descends all the way to Chhomrong Khola and crossing the suspension bridge of Chhomrong Khola, following the stone-paved stairs all the way to Sinuwa passing through the dense forest of Bamboo, Rhododendron, and Oaks. Gradual walk from Sinuwa through the dense forest of Bamboo, Rhododendron and Oak forest leads you to the village of Bamboo at an elevation of 2310m. Observe the magnificent view of Mt. Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Himchuli.

Overnight at Bamboo.
Walking Time: 6 to 7 hours.

The trail from Bamboo is easy as it passes through varieties of trees of Rhododendron, Oaks, etc. The trail ascends uphill to Hinko cave; a huge overhanging rock that provides shelter and protection against rain and avalanche and the more uphill trail leads us to Deurali and then to Bagar. Following the trail from the north side of the valley and gentle uphill leads to Machhapuchhre base Camp at an elevation of 3700m. Observe the close-up view of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Himchuli, etc.

Overnight at Machhapuchhre Base Camp.
Walking Time’: 7 to 8 hours.

Start your trek early from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp to observe the mesmerizing view of Sunrise over the Himalayas. Enjoy the stunning views of Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Machhapuchhre, etc from the elevation of 4130m, the ultimate destination of our Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek. Spending some more time exploring the Himalayas, return back to Deurali at an altitude of 3230m. The trail descends downhill till we reach MBC. Following the same route passing Bagar, we will reach Deurali.

Overnight at Deurali.
Walking Time: 6 to 7 hours.

Trek to Chhomrong passing through Hinko cave, a forest of Rhododendron, Oaks and Bamboo and a beautiful Bamboo village. The trail then descends to Sinuwa and then to Chhomrong River. Crossing the suspension bridge of Chhomrong River, the trail ascends through the steep stone-paved stairs leading at the top of Chhomrong village. Explore around Chhomrong village in the evening.

Overnight at Chhomrong.
Walking Time: 5 to 6 hours.

The trail of Annapurna Base Camp and Poon Hill trek separates from Chhomrong. The trail descends to the village of ethnic Gurungs and Magars crossing Kimrung village. Located at an elevation of 1940m, Ghandruk is “Heaven on Earth” as you can witness the picturesque scenery of Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, etc. Explore the culture and traditions of local people in the evening.

Overnight at Ghandruk.
Walking Time: 5 to 6 hours.

From Ghandruk, the trail descends downhill passing through terraced farmlands, waterfalls, streams to Syauli Bazar and then gradual downhill from Syauli bazar crossing the bridge of Modi Khola leads you to Nayapul where our trek ends. From Nayapul, drive back to Pokhara. Check-in hotel and roam around lakeside in the evening.

Overnight at Pokhara.
Walking Time: 5 to 6 hours.

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Enjoy the diversified landscape, terraced farmlands, scattered local settlements, lush green forest, fast-flowing River on the way to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu, check-in hotel and Roam around the streets of Kathmandu in the evening.

Overnight at Kathmandu.

Free till departure. Our representative from Moonline Tours P. Ltd will drop you at Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours prior to your departure time to board your onward journey.