Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek itinerary can be customized according to your choice. Please write to us for the individual travel Itinerary. The price varies depending on hotel category, transportation, private vehicle, and flight service.

Important Note:

Our Annapurna Base Camp Short trek itinerary can modify according to your wishes, to fit your time and budget. The costs for the trip are per person basis that we offer here. The exact cost of this trip will depend on the type of hotels and transportation you choose, and the size of the group will also vary in terms of travel costs. Therefore, please let us know the details of your travel needs for a tailor-made travel package. International tour leaders can get a special discount.

We strive to maintain the daily itinerary of the Annapurna Base Camp Short trek as described below. However, there may be some flexibility due to local situations or other problems beyond our control. In this case, the trekking head leader will do his best to work on changes in the itinerary to minimize the inconvenience. 

Annapurna Base Camp short Trek is a fantastic option for those who want to do this great trek without walking too fast or too slow. It takes only 12 days round trip from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. Our itinerary is designed to take you to the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary and offer great views of the Dhaulagiri Mountains and Annapurna Range. The route is the shortest, allowing you to explore everything as quickly as possible. The landscapes you can see these days are breathtaking, getting panoramic views of peaks like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Manaslu, and Machhapuchhre as you pass through beautiful rhododendron, Bamboo, and oak forests with some settlements in between.

One of the most memorable places during this trek is a hot spring called Jhinu, where you can dive and relieve your tiredness. The steaming water feels particularly good for sore muscles. The Annapurna region is also home to various species of birds and animals and is covered by alpine forest. Reaching Annapurna Base Camp is a beautiful experience, and the trail will always amaze you.

This hike not only offers the beauty of nature and the excitement of trekking but is also a great way to explore the unique culture, tradition, and way of life of the Magar and Gurung people living in this region. We’ve adapted this package so you don’t miss any of these or other attractive things you’d get from a regular trek during the Annapurna Base Camp because you will save as much time as possible for other activities in Nepal.

Food and Accommodation

The food and accommodation during this trek are simple, as the areas that fall on the trekking route are far from modern. You will stay in tea houses that offer clean and straightforward services. Heaters can only be found in dining rooms, and dishes such as pasta, pasta, Dal Bhat, potatoes, vegetables, cereals, eggs, rice, soup, etc. are served. Depending on the season, you can get single, double, triple, or even private rooms that are shared with more people. During your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will stay in a 3-star hotel that offers breakfast. Lunch and dinner are not included in the city.

Trekking guide and other staff arrangements

The most important thing that makes this trip enjoyable and unforgettable is the experienced, polite, and helpful guides and crew who can make your days on the mountain go smoothly. The best and most professional leaders lead your trip. All employees are carefully selected based on their experience, leadership skills, and personal skills. To preserve local communities, we only employ local people who have sufficient knowledge of the culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, and history of their local regions.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance for each itinerary of our company is a prerequisite for booking vacations. At a minimum, you must have emergency and repatriation insurance that must include the cost of the mountain rescue. Please read the terms and conditions of your insurers carefully, especially make sure that the following are covered: 1) activity (i.e., tourism, trekking or mountaineering) 2) maximum altitude reached on trekking 3) evacuation of the helicopter in an emergency. You must understand the costs of the evacuation and return procedures are your responsibility. Also, it is your responsibility to bear all expenses related to evacuations or medical treatment. You must be fully aware of the effects of your travel insurance and understand the limitations and exclusions of your policy. Please note that our company guide may, under certain circumstances, initiate helicopter rescue (or other necessary) operations in medical emergencies without first contracting and approval from your insurance company.

Physical fitness and experience requirements

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is appropriate for loving hikers who can walk 5-6 hours a day with a small backpack. The hike is relatively easy for those who are used to running at higher altitudes. We kindly ask you to jog and exercise regularly at least a few months before the start of your trip. Previous hiking experiences would be a bonus, but no technical knowledge is required for this trip. It is also essential to check with your doctor before booking the trek. If you have the following diseases related to heart, lung, and blood, then you must inform us before booking the trek.

Best travel time

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is best in the fall (September through November) and spring (March through May). During this time, the sky is clear, and the view is excellent. The weather is perfect for hiking without rain. Especially during the spring season, we can also enjoy lush vegetation in the lower regions of the trail.

Trekking gear

It is a short hike in the Annapurna region. You don’t need individual gears. We recommend a sleeping bag, trekking boots, pants, socks, a warm jacket, T-shirts (two or three) and a long-sleeved shirt, sunscreen (SPF 20+), backpack, flashlight (flashlight), camera, memory card and battery charger (spare batteries), quick-dry towel, crampons if you do this hike in the spring.