Standard
$980per person
Teahouse beds and meals on the trail, shared guide and porter
Choose StandardSanctuary High Camp
Seven days from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at about 4,130 m, through forest, rhododendron and high meadow.
What you will walk
- Annapurna Base Camp at about 4,130 m, inside a ring of peaks
- The climb from Deurali into the high meadows of the sanctuary
- Machhapuchhre seen from close range on the way up
- Three nights of teahouse trekking with full meals
- A descent through bamboo forest to Bamboo village on the last walking day
The Annapurna Sanctuary is one of the great natural amphitheatres of the Himalaya. The trail rises from the foothills through rhododendron and bamboo forest, then breaks out onto high meadow where the peaks close in on three sides. The walking is hard because the height gain comes in a few long days, not because the route is technical.
Our groups walk with a licensed guide and a porter. Teahouses supply beds and meals on most nights, and the guide chooses a pace that suits the group. Breakfast is usually at 6 am and the walking starts at 7 am, which gives the best chance of clear skies at the Base Camp.
Only walkers who are fit and well acclimatised should book this trip. The route is not difficult in terms of footing, but altitude is the real challenge, and a pause at Deurali or a descent is always a sensible choice.
Day by day, up and over
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Drive to Phedi and walk to Dhampus
A short drive takes you to Phedi, then a steady climb through terraced fields to Dhampus, a village with good views of the peaks.
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Dhampus to Pothana
The path drops to the Modi river and climbs back through forest. Pothana is a small village where the teahouses are simple but warm.
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Pothana to Sinuwa
The trail climbs through rhododendron and oak. Sinuwa is a useful stop with a view of the Modi valley and the first snow peaks.
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Sinuwa to Deurali
A longer day up through the forest to the high pass of Deurali. Snow is possible here in winter, and the air is noticeably colder at night.
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Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp
The high day. You climb through open meadow and across moraine to the base camp, which sits inside a ring of peaks. Expect clouds to build by midday, so start early.
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Sunrise and descent to Bamboo
Watch the sunrise from the base camp, then walk down through the bamboo forest. The descent is long and the knees need care on the steps.
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Jeep back to Pokhara
A jeep takes you back to Pokhara along the mountain road. Rest for the evening and celebrate the finish with the team.
Choose how you stay
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Most chosen Comfort
$1,260per person
Private room on most nights, one guide per two walkers
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Private
$2,200per person
Private guide and porter with a flexible pace
Choose Private
Included
- Six nights of accommodation in teahouses and one hotel night in Pokhara
- All meals on the trek and breakfast in Pokhara
- Licensed trekking guide and porter
- Annapurna Conservation Area and TIMS permits
- Jeep transfer from Bamboo to Pokhara
- Airport transfer on arrival and departure
Not included
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation cover
- Hot showers and charging on the trail, which teahouses charge for
- Tips for the guide and porter
Pick your departure
| Departs | Seats left | Status | Price | Request |
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| 6 seats left | Open | $980 | Request Sat 20 Mar 2027 | |
| Only 1 left | Few left | $980 | Request Sat 10 Apr 2027 | |
| 8 seats left | Open | $980 | Request Sat 9 Oct 2027 | |
| Full | Full | $980 | Waitlist Sat 23 Oct 2027 | |
| 4 seats left | Open | $980 | Request Sat 6 Nov 2027 |
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What travellers say
4.0
Based on 1 review
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Strong legs needed, but worth it
The high camp is a long day from the last village, and the guide was honest about that from the start. The views from the ridge at sunset were very striking, and the camp team cooked a hot meal in the cold. Sleep was broken by the altitude for me, so take the advice on acclimatisation seriously. The toilet tent could be cleaner, but the rest of the arrangements were thoughtful. Good value for a remote camp.
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Oluwaseun Bello
Before you book
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Is the Base Camp trek safe?
The main risk is altitude. The route gains height gradually over five days, and the guide watches for symptoms. We do not run this trip for anyone with a recent illness or a history of severe altitude sickness.
How cold does it get?
At Annapurna Base Camp the night temperature can fall below freezing from October to March. Bring a warm down jacket, gloves and a hat for the high nights.
Can I hire a porter?
Yes. The porter carries up to 15 kg of your bags. You carry a daypack with water, a jacket and camera.
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