Annapurna Base Camp Trekking

Annapurna base camp is the most beautiful place on the lap of Annapurna range. The mesmerizing beauty of Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhare, Gangapurna and Annapurna III form ABC is unique and the best place to explore the Himalayan beauty. Annapurna base camp trekking is the best trekking in Nepal that is suitable for both beginners and experienced trekkers. 

Annapurna base camp trekking beings from Nayapul. The trekking duration varies on trek route. There are two trekking routes to reach Annapurna base camp:

• Annapurna base camp trek via Poonhill, 14 days
• Short Annapurna base camp trek, 7 days

Annapurna base camp trek via Poonhill

Annapurna base camp trek via Poonhill is 14 days trekking from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. It covers two trekking routes, i. e. Ghorepani poonhill trekking route and short Annapurna base camp trek route. Thus, it is combination of Poonhill and ABC trek. 

The trekking to ABC via Poonhill starts from Nayapul and continues to Hille, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Sinuwa, Deurali before reaching base camp. The uphills and downhills, villages, bank of river and forest trail are the major landmarks of ABC trail. There are tea houses supporting the accommodation for trekkers, guides and porters. 

Annapurna base camp trekking is moderately difficult trek that comprises steep ascends and descends. We should walk for 6,7 hours per day during the trek. 

Attractions of Annapurna base camp trekking

• Mountain view: Annapurna range, Machhapuchhare, 
• Sunrise view from Poonhill
• Diverse landscape
• Local culture
• Machhapuchhre base camp
• Hot springs, waterfalls and river valleys
• Rododendron forest

Mountain view

Annapurna sanctuary offers majestic view of Annapurna I, Annapurna south, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, and Gangapurna from different locations. Poonhill is one of the best viewpoints for great view of mountains of Annapurna region. The sunrise and sunset view behind the mountain is incredible. We can have breathtaking views of mountains from Annapurna base camp as well.

Sunrise view from Poonhill

Ghorepani Poonhill is one of the popular trekking destinations that enroute Annapurna base camp. It takes two days to reach Poonhill from Nayapul. The amazing view Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna south, Hiunchuli, Fishtail, Nilgiri, Tukuche peak, Annapurna II, III, and IV. Gurja Himal. Poonhill is the best viewpoint of the world to enjoy the numerous 7000 m and 8000 m peaks at once.

Diverse landscape

Annapurna base camp trekking route passes through terrace farmland, rocky terrains, forest and alpine pasture representing diverse landscape. We can explore Rhododendron Forest, bamboo groves, rare fauna like Himalayan thar, snow leopard and pheasants from the ABC trek route.