Drive To Nayapaul 1,010 m/3,314 ft (about 2 hrs drive) and start trekking to Ghandruk village - 05 hrs,

Ghandruk - After a pleasant overnight stay in Pokhara with views of the Annapurna Himalaya range and the Machhapuchare peaks ‘Fish Tail’, enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before driving beyond Pokhara to begin our first day of trekking.

The journey offers grand views of Annapurna as we pass through farm villages and towns, eventually reaching Bhirethati, one of the most charming villages around Annapurna.

From here, the trek follows the Modi River for a short walk through low and warmer farm areas, then ascends stone steps to reach the Gurung village of Ghandruk.

In Ghandruk, stay overnight in a comfortable lodge with views of the Annapurna peaks. You’ll have time to explore this lovely Gurung village, which serves as a gateway to many treks and adventures in the Annapurna region.

Trek to Chomrong 2,170m/7120ft - 06 hrs, walking distance: 9km / 5.5miles

Chhomrong - From Ghandruk, start the morning with a walk to the top of the village, then follow a gradual path for a short while before climbing to reach Kimrong Danda (ridge), which has some tea houses and lodges. After a short break, descend into cool forested trails to reach the valley floor of the Kimrong River, where a peaceful farm village is located. From here, the trail climbs for an hour or more to reach a hilltop.

After the climb, follow a gradual winding path paved with fine stonework to reach above Chomrong village, then descend briefly to reach our overnight stop in the large village of Chomrong. This large Gurung village, similar to Ghandruk, is the last permanent human settlement on the route to Annapurna Base Camp within the sanctuary.

Included standard accommodation and meals

Trek to Dovan 2,630 m/8629ft -06 hrs. walking distance; 11.2km/ 7 miles.

Trek To Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,700 m/12139ft - 06 hrs; walking distance: 13km/ 8.1 miles

Machhapuchhare Base Camp - Our adventure gradually leads us closer to our goal as we trek through winding forest paths past a lonely place called Himalaya Hotel, located next to the large overhanging Hinko Cave, directly beneath Annapurna South and Huin-Chuli peaks.

From Himalaya Hotel, descend near the Modi River, then take a short climb to reach Deurali, where the tall tree lines give way to short alpine bushes. Continue uphill, following the Modi River to our overnight stop at Machhapuchare Base Camp, located at the base of the majestic North Face of Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’.

Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at 4,130 m/13550ft - 03 hrs.: walking distance; 2.9km/ 1.8 miles

Annapurna Base Camp - Enjoy an easy and short morning walk to Annapurna Base Camp. From Machhapuchare, where the Annapurna Sanctuary begins, the trail leads to short ascents before reaching a level ground on a large plateau within the Sanctuary, surrounded by an array of peaks. Soon, you’ll arrive at the welcome signpost of Annapurna Base Camp.

Reach our final destination and highest point at 4,130 m, situated beneath the towering Mt. Annapurna and other peaks like Vara-Shikar, Gangapurna, and Annapurna South.

Annapurna Base Camp is the only base camp in the Himalayas with cozy lodges offering a nice food menu and rooms with amazing views of the Annapurna peaks.

Trek from Base Camp to Bamboo 2,345m/7710ft - 06 hrs.: walking distance: 15km/ 9.9 miles

Trek to Jhinu Village 1,780m/5840ft with Hot Spring - 06 Hrs; walking distance: 11.7km/ 7.3 miles.

Jhinu Danda - The return journey takes us back to Chomrong via an up-and-down trail. From the top of Chomrong hill, our route diverges onto a new trail leading to the lovely hill village of Jhinu, located on a ridge with grand views of rolling hills and mountains.

Jhinu offers a refreshing natural hot spring for those interested, just a half-hour downhill walk to the hot spring with two nice warm pools close to the raging Modi River.

Trek to Siwai and drive to Pokhara-02 Hrs.; walking distance; 4.3km/ 2.7 miles

Pokhara - On our last day of trekking, enjoy a pleasant morning walk downhill through low and warmer farm and paddy field areas. An interesting drive will then take you to the scenic and beautiful Pokhara for an overnight stay by the famous serene Lake Phewa.

• Emergency evacuation service arrangement
• First aid kit box
• Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Experienced English-speaking guide
• National Park entrance and TIMS card
• Round-trip private vehicle from Pokhara to Nayapul
• Trekking Planner’s gear: T-shirt, cap, duffle bags, maps

• All meals and accommodation in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
• Personal travel and health insurance as well as insurance for helicopter evacuation
• Your personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, battery recharge,beverage bill, boiled water
• The tips to the trekking crews and drive
• Anything not included in service includes column

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trekking is a perfect way to be close to the Himalayan Mountains in less than the duration of time within a week, an ideal walk for travelers with limited time in Nepal but with dreams to reach the base of the world’s highest mountains.

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking takes you to its scenic country walking from low warm farm areas to reach cooler alpine hills with constant views of high Annapurna Peaks in the harmony of local villages enriched with timeless culture and age-old custom of great interest.

The walk leads into a beautiful country enclosed by a lovely green forest of tall rhododendron and pine trees with an overnight stop in local villages lodge with the opportunity to soak into local traditional farm life.

The journey continues into the deep gorge of Modi River to reach a vast open plateau at Annapurna Sanctuary encircled by a series of high peaks of the Annapurna Himalaya range.

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