Annapurna Base Camp

Via Pokhara · Nayapul / Besisahar

Duration

10 days

Difficulty

challenging

Max elevation

4,130 m

Best season

Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Overview

Trek through diverse landscapes from subtropical forest to alpine meadows, ending at a dramatic amphitheater of 7000m+ peaks surrounding Annapurna I. Gateway: Pokhara → Nayapul. Permits: ACAP + TIMS.

Permits & preparation

ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area)
TIMS card
Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation
Valid passport / ID for checkposts

Requirements change — confirm with your guide or a licensed agency before departure.

Getting to Pokhara

Kathmandu → Pokhara

Then taxi/bus to Nayapul trailhead

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Related routes

Ghorepani Poon Hill

4-5 · easy

Mardi Himal Trek

5-7 · moderate

Annapurna Circuit

12-14 · challenging

Choose your pace

Normal pace · ~10 days

Elevation profile

1070

1577

2860

3210

2170

2340

3230

3700

4130

2170

D10

Day-by-day itinerary

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Route map

Full route

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