Most popular4,130 mAnnapurna Base Camp Trek
Into the Annapurna Sanctuary below Machhapuchhre, with all trek meals and a porter included.
- 9 days
- Moderate
- Meals + porter
FromUSD 799
Annapurna Region · Gandaki, Nepal · 2027 Season
Sunrise over the Annapurnas.
Annapurna Base Camp, the Poon Hill sunrise, the Circuit over Thorong La and turquoise Tilicho Lake. Every trek starts near lakeside Pokhara and is run by our own team in Thamel.
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Annapurna South from the foothills above Pokhara
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Choose your Annapurna
Into the Sanctuary, or all the way around
Every trip includes a licensed, first-aid trained guide, ACAP and TIMS permits and transport to the trailhead. Prices are per person.
Most popular4,130 m
Best value4,130 mAnnapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill
Poon Hill sunrise and Annapurna Base Camp on one trip, at our lowest price.
- 10 days
- Moderate
- Breakfast included
FromUSD 499
Short on time4,130 mAnnapurna Base Camp Short Trek
Jeep to Sinuwa, then straight up the Modi Khola to Base Camp and back in six days.
- 6 days
- Strenuous
- Jeep-assisted
FromUSD 755
Mountains + jungle4,130 mAnnapurna Base Camp + Chitwan
Poon Hill and Base Camp, then rhinos and a jungle safari in Chitwan National Park.
- 13 days
- Moderate
- Safari included
FromUSD 949
Unhurried4,130 mAnnapurna Sanctuary Trek
Ghorepani, Poon Hill and Base Camp at a gentler pace, plus Chitwan and time in Kathmandu.
- 16 days
- Moderate
- Kathmandu sightseeing
FromUSD 1,190
Classic5,416 mAnnapurna Circuit Trek
Up the Marsyangdi valley, over Thorong La and down to sacred Muktinath. All trek meals and a porter included.
- 13 days
- Strenuous
- Meals + porter
FromUSD 1,049
Best views5,416 mAnnapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake
A detour to Tilicho Lake at 4,919 m before Thorong La, finishing with a Poon Hill sunrise.
- 13 days
- Strenuous
- Lake + pass
FromUSD 1,149
The full loop5,416 mClassic Annapurna Circuit
The whole loop on foot: Marsyangdi, Thorong La, the Kali Gandaki gorge, Tatopani hot springs and Poon Hill.
- 21 days
- Strenuous
- Hot springs
FromUSD 1,349
Off the beaten path5,099 mManang & Tilicho via Mesokanto La
Tilicho Lake, then over the rarely crossed Mesokanto La to Jomsom and a flight back to Pokhara.
- 13 days
- Very strenuous
- Remote pass
FromUSD 1,599
Restricted area5,416 mNar Phu Valley Trek
The medieval villages of Nar and Phu and the Kang La pass, then the Circuit over Thorong La.
- 18 days
- Very strenuous
- Special permit
FromUSD 1,649
Easiest3,210 mGhorepani Poon Hill Trek
Rhododendron forest and the famous Poon Hill sunrise over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas.
- 6 days
- Easy–moderate
- Family-friendly
FromUSD 669
Quiet trails2,030 mPanchase Trek
Village and forest trails above Phewa Lake, with Machhapuchhre and the Annapurnas in view.
- 6 days
- Easy
- Low altitude
FromUSD 599
Hidden kingdomLo ManthangUpper Mustang Trek
The walled city of Lo Manthang and the desert canyons of the former Kingdom of Lo.
- 17 days
- Moderate
- Restricted-area permit
FromUSD 1,949
Pilgrimage3,800 mMuktinath Holy Trek
Poon Hill, the Kali Gandaki valley and Muktinath, a temple sacred to Hindus and Buddhists.
- 14 days
- Moderate
- Jomsom flight
FromUSD 1,049
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The Annapurnas at a glance
One massif, four great walks
Base Camp treks head north from Pokhara into the Annapurna Sanctuary. The Circuit loops right around the massif, over Thorong La and down the Kali Gandaki gorge. Pick a route to see where it goes.
Schematic, not to scale● Overnight stop ● Highlight
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Choose a trip to see its altitude profile and daily plan. Tap a day for details. Plans can change with weather and how your group is acclimatising.
The altitude listed for each day is the highest point you walk to, or where you finish on descent days. Rest days include short acclimatisation hikes to higher ground.
2027 departures
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When to go
The Annapurnas, month by month
JanCold, clear
FebCold, quiet
MarRhododendrons
AprPeak bloom
MayWarm, hazy
JunMonsoon
JulMonsoon
AugMonsoon
SepClearing
OctClearest skies
NovCrisp & clear
DecCold, clear
Spring · Mar–May
Rhododendron, Nepal's national flower, blooms red and pink through the Ghorepani forests, especially in April. Afternoons can turn hazy.
Autumn · Sep–Nov
Fresh post-monsoon air gives the sharpest views of the year from Poon Hill and Base Camp. This is the busiest season, so book early.
Monsoon · Jun–Aug
Upper Mustang lies in the rain shadow of the Himalaya, which makes it the one Annapurna trek that's at its best in summer.
Good to know
What your price covers
Shown for the 9-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Other trips vary slightly. Every trip page lists its exact inclusions.
Included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Transport Kathmandu–Pokhara and to the trailhead and back
- Two nights in a 3-star hotel in Pokhara
- Teahouse lodging and all meals on the trek, with tea or coffee
- Licensed, first-aid trained guide and one porter for every two trekkers
- Annapurna Conservation Area permit (ACAP) and TIMS card
- Group medical kit (including Diamox), trekking map and trip certificate
- Helicopter rescue arranged if needed (billed to your insurer), and all government taxes
Not included
- International flights and Nepal visa
- Bottled water and drinks on the trail
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi and charging at lodges
- Travel insurance covering trekking altitude and helicopter evacuation (required)
- Tips for your guide and porter
Tip: on a tight budget? Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill starts at USD 499 with breakfast only, so you pay for lunch and dinner as you go.
3,000+travellers have trekked with our team since we started
Why Caravan Outdoors
A local team, not a middleman
We're based in Thamel, Kathmandu. The person who answers your message is part of the team that plans, staffs and supports your trek.
- Guides who know these valleys
Many of our guides have worked in the Himalaya for more than 20 years. Every one is government-licensed and first-aid trained.
- Safety before summits
Sensible acclimatisation, daily health checks, a medical kit on every trek and helicopter rescue arranged quickly if needed.
- Flexible by design
Fixed group departures or a private trek on your dates. Add Chitwan, Pokhara rest days or a Kathmandu tour.
- Tourism that gives back
We support communities through our work with the Pioneer Foundation, a Kathmandu non-profit.
In their words
Trekkers on Caravan Outdoors
My gratitude to Gautam, the owner, who spent a lot of time planning this, making changes up to the last minute, always adapting everything to my needs.
My guide, Khem, was extraordinary at his task and I count him as a great friend now. I recommend CO to anyone who wishes to do any trekking in Nepal.
Our guide made sure we beat the weather every night and we made it to our lodge before the rain started.
I had a perfect romantic time with my partner on the Annapurna trail. The ambiance was great, and we fell in love with the place.
We did a short trek around the Pokhara valley and went to Poon Hill for the sunrise view. We have decided to come back next season with more friends.
I'm glad that I did the Annapurna trek last July/August. The trek is fun and really exciting.
FAQ
Questions trekkers ask us most
Still deciding?
Send us your dates and fitness level and we'll recommend a route honestly, even if it's a shorter one.
Ask on WhatsAppHow hard is the Annapurna Base Camp trek?
It is a moderate, non-technical trek. Expect 5–7 hours of walking a day, thousands of stone steps around Chhomrong and Ulleri, and a high point of 4,130 m at Base Camp.
Regular hikers with good fitness can do it. We suggest 6–8 weeks of hill walking or stair training beforehand.
Should I do Annapurna Base Camp or the Annapurna Circuit?
Annapurna Base Camp takes 6–10 days, tops out at 4,130 m and takes you into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a ring of 7,000–8,000 m peaks. The Circuit takes 13–21 days, crosses Thorong La at 5,416 m and moves from subtropical valleys to high desert, but the altitude makes it harder.
When is the best time to trek in the Annapurna region?
October–November and March–May are best. April brings rhododendrons in bloom around Ghorepani. June–August is monsoon season, with cloud, slippery trails and leeches, except in Upper Mustang, which lies in the rain shadow. In December–February the lower treks are pleasant, but Thorong La can close after heavy snow.
How much does the Annapurna Base Camp trek cost?
Our 9-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek starts from USD 799 per person, including all meals on the trek, a porter and two nights in Pokhara. The 10-day trip via Poon Hill starts from USD 499 with breakfast only. The Annapurna Circuit starts from USD 1,049.
Which permits do I need for the Annapurna region?
You need the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a TIMS card. Upper Mustang and Nar Phu also need a restricted-area permit and must be trekked with a licensed guide. We arrange every permit; you just send a passport copy and photos.
Is the trail to Annapurna Base Camp affected by avalanches?
The section between Deurali and Machhapuchhre Base Camp crosses avalanche-prone slopes after heavy snowfall, mostly in late winter and early spring. Our guides check conditions with lodges each day, and will wait or turn back if the route isn't safe.
How do you deal with altitude sickness?
Itineraries climb gradually, and the Circuit includes a rest day in Manang before Thorong La. Your guide checks on the group every day, carries a medical kit including Diamox, and will descend early if anyone shows warning signs. If a rescue is needed, we arrange a helicopter, billed to your insurer.
Read our guide to altitude sickness.
What travel insurance do I need?
Your policy must cover trekking at your trip's altitude (up to 4,500 m for ABC, 6,000 m for the Circuit and Tilicho) including helicopter rescue and medical evacuation. Trip-cancellation cover is strongly recommended.
Where do we sleep and what do we eat?
In family-run teahouse lodges, usually in twin rooms, many in Gurung and Thakali villages. Higher up, rooms are simple and bathrooms are often shared. Menus cover Nepali dal bhat plus pasta, noodles, soups and eggs. Thakali dal bhat in the Kali Gandaki valley is famous.
Can I trek privately or on my own dates?
Yes. Any of our Annapurna trips can run as a private trek for one person or a whole group, on the day you choose. Tell us your dates and we'll send a tailored plan and quote.
How do I pay?
A deposit of USD 200 per person secures your place. You can pay it by card through our secure online payment page. The balance is paid before departure or on arrival in Kathmandu.
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Your Annapurna trip in four simple steps
No booking engine to wrestle with. Message us and a real person in Kathmandu will plan it with you.
- Tell us your plansYour dates, group size and the trip you like, or ask us to suggest one.
- Get your plan & quoteA day-by-day itinerary and a clear price, with no obligation.
- Reserve with USD 200Pay your deposit securely online to hold your place.
- We handle the restPermits, transport to Pokhara, guide, porter and lodges, then a briefing when you land.