5-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara

5.0 (1 reviews) Pokhara, Nepal
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Duration5 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

If you are short on time but still want to experience the true magic of the Himalayas, this 5-day trek to Annapurna Base Camp is built just for you. We take care of all the stressful logistics—like arranging your private rides from Pokhara, sorting out your permits, and providing a shared porter to handle your heavy bags—so you can just focus on the incredible views. Led by a friendly, licensed English-speaking guide, you'll hike past stunning villages, sleep in cozy mountain tea houses, and stand face-to-face with some of the highest peaks on Earth. It is a fast-paced but deeply rewarding adventure, and we'll even hand you a completion certificate at the end to celebrate your journey!

What's included

  • Comprehensive medical first aid kit carried by your guide for emergencies.
  • Duffel Bag & Sleeping Bag — Provided for your use during the trek to keep your gear safe and warm.
  • Comfortable standard mountain tea house stays along the trekking route.
  • Shared porter service included to carry heavy luggage up to standard weight limits.
  • Official trekking completion certificate issued by Thrill Himalaya Treks.
  • Lunch
  • All required trekking permits (ACAP permit and TIMS card) are fully covered.
  • Dinner
  • Licensed, experienced English-speaking local guide included throughout the route.
  • Breakfast
  • Private ground transit from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda and returning from Sewai to Pokhara.
  • All bottled water, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and extra tea or coffee.
  • Hot showers, Wi-Fi, and electronic device charging fees at tea houses.
  • Emergency medical travel and rescue insurance.
  • Customary tips and gratuities for your guide and porter.

What to expect

Day 1: Pokhara (822 m) – Jhinu Danda (1,780 m) – Trek to Lower Sinuwa (2,220 m)
  1. 7h
    Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel in Pokhara Lakeside. We drive through scenic countryside to Jhinu Danda, famous for its natural hot springs. From Jhinu, the trek starts with an ascent through terraced farmland and local villages, passing through Chhomrong before making a steady climb to Lower Sinuwa, offering a quiet, peaceful evening facing the deep valley.
Day 2: Lower Sinuwa (2,220 m) – Deurali (3,230 m)
  1. 6h
    After breakfast, the trail goes through dense bamboo, oak, and rhododendron forests. You will trek past Upper Sinuwa, Bamboo (2,310 m), and Dovan (2,600 m). The path leads deeper into the Annapurna Sanctuary, crossing small glacial streams and passing Himalaya Hotel (2,920 m) before reaching Deurali, a scenic village nestled tightly between towering canyon walls.
Day 3: Deurali (3,230 m) – Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)
  1. Annapurna Base Camp
    5h · Admission ticket included
    A truly memorable day. The trail climbs gradually alongside the Modi Khola riverbed to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m). From here, the landscape opens into a vast glacial amphitheater. We continue our final push to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m), surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks on all sides.
Day 4: Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) – Bamboo (2,310 m)
  1. Annapurna Base Camp
    7h · Admission ticket included
    Wake up early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Annapurna range. After breakfast, we descend through Machhapuchhre Base Camp, Deurali, and Himalaya Hotel, enjoying the changing landscapes as we head back down to the forested village of Bamboo.
Day 5: Bamboo (2,310 m) – Jhinu Danda (1,780 m) – Drive Back to Pokhara (822 m)
  1. 7h
    After breakfast, enjoy your final morning on the trail as you descend through peaceful bamboo and rhododendron forests, retracing your steps past Sinuwa and heading down to Jhinu Danda. After a short break, you will cross the iconic, long suspension bridge over the Modi Khola river to reach the transport point. From here, our private vehicle awaits to drive you through the scenic countryside back to Pokhara Lakeside. We will drop you off at your hotel, marking the successful completion of your Annapurna Base Camp trek!

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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