4 Annapurna Base Camp Trek Routes
28 Apr 2024 7 min to read
Annapurna Base Camp trek is a classic trek in Nepal that is very popular among trekkers. This trek offers diversity in a single trek from beautiful landscapes to varied flora and fauna in the vicinity of Annapurna Sanctuary, local authentic culture to the warm hospitality of the locals, terraced farmlands to wonderful sunrise and sunset views, climatic variations to panoramic views of snow-covered mountains including world’s 10th highest Mt. Annapurna (8,091m).
There are 4 Annapurna Base Camp Trek Routes that take travelers to Chomrong, the gateway to the Annapurna Base Camp. These routes have some rough terrain, several ascends and descends but provide a memorable trekking experience for travelers. The different routes have a trek duration ranging between 7-17 days which travelers can choose as their preference. The 4 Annapurna Base Camp Trek routes are as follows:
- Trek Route 1: ABC Trek via Ulleri/Ghorepani (9 days)
- Trek Route 2: ABC Trek via Ghandruk (7 days)
- Trek Route 3: ABC Trek via Tolka/Jhinu (7days)
- Trek Route 4: ABC Trek via Annapurna Circuit Trek (17 days)
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Attractions
- Classic Annapurna Base Camp at an elevation of 4,130m
- Attractive Gurung and Magar villages
- Amazing Poon Hill Hike with fascinating sunrise view over snowy mountains
- Colorful landscapes, beautiful terrain, and lush greenery
- Wonderful local culture, foods, and Himalayan lifestyle
- Cross the highest pass Thorang La (5,416m)
- Holy Muktinath temple
- Panoramic views of mountain ranges and peaks (Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and more.)
4 Annapurna Base Camp Trek Routes
Trek Route 1: ABC Trek via Ulleri/Ghorepani (9 days)
Tikhedhunga-Ulleri-Ghorepani-Poon Hill-Tadapani-Sinuwa-Deurali-Annapurna Base Camp-Bamboo-Jhinu Danda
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Tikhedhunga by jeep (1480m), trek to Ulleri (1960m)
Day 2: Trek to Ghorepani (2874m)
Day 3: Hike to Poon Hill (3210m), trek to Tadapani (2630m)
Day 4: Trek to Sinuwa (2360m)
Day 5: Trek to Deurali (3200m)
Day 6: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
Day 7: Trek to Bamboo (2350m)
Day 8: Trek to Jhinu Danda (1780m)
Day 9: Walk 30 minutes to Syomrong/Matkyu Danda (1340m), return to Pokhara (on vehicle)
This 9-day ABC trek takes you via the beautiful Magar village of Ghorepani. Poon Hill hike adds beauty to this trek. It treats trekkers with a stunning sunrise view over snowy mountains. The trail is slightly difficult but the scenery it offers is captivating.
Trek Route 2: ABC Trek via Ghandruk (7 days)
Syauli Bazaar-Ghandruk-Sinuwa-Deurali-Annapurna Base Camp-Bamboo-Jhinu-Nayapul
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Syauli Bazaar (1170m), trek to Ghandruk (2012m)
Day 2: Trek to Sinuwa (2360m)
Day 3: Trek to Deurali (3200m)
Day 4: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
Day 5: Trek to Bamboo (2350m)
Day 6: Trek to Jhinu (1780m)
Day 7: Trek to Nayapul (1071m), return to Pokhara (on vehicle)
The 7-day short ABC trek takes you to the popular Gurung village of Ghandruk. A slightly easier trek offers travelers phenomenal views of snowy mountains, beautiful landscapes, the natural hot spring at Jhinu, and friendly locals.
Trek Route 3: ABC Trek via Tolka/Jhinu (7 days)
Tolka-Jhinu-Sinuwa-Deurali-MBC-ABC-Bamboo-Syomrong
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Pothana, trek to Tolka (1790m)
Day 2: Trek to Jhinu Danda (Hot Spring) (1780m)
Day 3: Trek to Sinuwa (2360m)
Day 4: Trek to Deurali (3200m)
Day 5: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
Day 6: Trek to Bamboo (2350m)
Day 7: 30-minute walk to Syomrong (1340m), and back to Pokhara
This 7-day trek to ABC takes travelers via Jhinu a beautiful village popular for its natural hot spring. One of the easiest and shortest trek routes takes travelers through lovely settlements and incredible scenery of landscapes and snowy mountains.
Trek Route 4: ABC Trek via Annapurna Circuit Trek (17 days)
Chame- Upper Pisang- Manang- Yak Kharka- Thorang Phedi- Muktinath- Tatopani-Ghorepani- Poon Hill-Tadapani- Sinuwa- Deurali- Annapurna Base Camp- Bamboo-Jhinu Danda- Syomrong
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu to Besisahar bus ride (830m)
Day 2: Drive to Chame on a shared jeep (2675m)
Day 3: Trek to Upper Pisang (3300m)
Day 4: Trek to Manang (3540m)
Day 5: Acclimatization day
Day 6: Trek to Yak Kharka (4030m)
Day 7: Trek to Thorang Phedi (4450m)
Day 8: Trek to Muktinath (3800m) via Thorang La Pass (5416m)
Day 9: Drive from Muktinath to Tatopani (1189m)
Day 10: Trek to Ghorepani (2874m)
Day 11: Hike to Poon Hill (3210m), trek to Tadapani (2630m)
Day 12: Trek to Sinuwa (2360m)
Day 13: Trek to Deurali (3200m)
Day 14: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m)
Day 15: Trek to Bamboo (2310m)
Day 16: Trek to Jhinu Danda (1780m)
Day 17: Walk 30 minutes to Syomrong/Matkyu Danda (1340m), return to Pokhara (on vehicle)
Our Annapurna Region Packages
- Annapurna Base Camp Trek
- Annapurna Circuit Trek
- Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
- Sikles Trek
- Royal Trek
- Mardi Himal Trek
- Khopra Danda Trek
- Mohare and Khopra Danda Trek
- Upper Mustang Trek
- Mardi Himal Yoga Trek
- Annapurna Circuit Yoga Trek
- Poon Hill Ghorepani Yoga Trek with Gorkha Chitwan Tour
This 17-day ABC trek via Annapurna Circuit trek is only attempted by a few adventurous trekkers. Firstly, the trek duration is longer, and it is challenging for many beginner travelers. But, this trek treats travelers with phenomenal views throughout the trek despite some challenges. The real adventure during this trek is the challenges faced like crossing the highest pass, trekking on several ascending and descending trails, diverse climatic conditions, etc.
How to Get to Annapurna Base Camp?
Chomrong is the gateway to the Annapurna Base Camp. Pokhara is the shortest and best way to get to Chomrong. First, reach Pokhara, and from Pokhara take a drive to either Tikhedhunga, Syauli Bazaar, or Pothana and trek onward as a scheduled itinerary. It takes travelers to the beautiful village of Chomrong which leads to the Annapurna Base Camp.
Travelers trekking to Annapurna Base Camp via Annapurna Circuit Trek follow a different route. They take a public bus ride or private vehicle ride to Besisahar. From Besisahar, take a shared jeep or private jeep ride to Chame and trek onward as a planned itinerary. From Muktinath, take a public or private vehicle to Tatopani and trek ahead leading to the Annapurna Base Camp.
Note: Pokhara is accessible via airway and roadways from Kathmandu. Travelers can select as their preference.
Which Annapurna Base Camp Route Should You Choose?
All four routes end at the same 4,130m base camp beneath the Annapurna massif, so the real decision comes down to time and terrain. If you’re short on days, the 7-day Ghandruk or Tolka/Jhinu routes get you there and back with minimal fuss, Tolka/Jhinu is the quieter, easier of the two. If you want the extra reward of a Poon Hill sunrise over the Himalaya, the 9-day Ulleri/Ghorepani route is worth the added days. And if you’ve got the time and stamina for something bigger, linking in via the Annapurna Circuit turns this into a 17-day high-altitude expedition, crossing Thorong La before you ever reach Chomrong.
Whichever route you pick, it’s worth planning around cost, permits, and what to pack before you go Outdoor Himalayan’s Annapurna Base Camp Trek guide covers all of that in one place.
FAQ
When’s the best time for the Annapurna Base Camp trek?
Spring (Mar–May) and Autumn (Sep–Nov) offer the most stable weather and clearest mountain views. Winter and Monsoon are possible with proper preparation but come with less predictable conditions.oon/Summer (Jun-Aug) . See Outdoor Himalayan treks full detailed Itinerary
Which Annapurna Base Camp route is easiest?
The Tolka/Jhinu and Ghandruk routes (7 days) are the shortest and least demanding of the four, with Tolka/Jhinu generally considered the gentlest.
Can I combine two different routes?
Yes — many trekkers go in via one route and out via another, such as ascending through Ghorepani for the Poon Hill sunrise and descending via Jhinu for the hot spring.
How long does the Annapurna Base Camp trek take?
Depending on the route, anywhere from 7 to 17 days — the Ghandruk and Tolka/Jhinu routes are the shortest, while linking in via the Annapurna Circuit extends the trek to 17 days.
Updated On: 16 Jul 2026
