Annapurna Base Camp Trek — 15 Days from Kathmandu
Duration
15 days
From
$1,600/person
Max Altitude
4,130 m
Difficulty
Moderate
Starts
Kathmandu
Group Size
2–12 People
Stay
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–May
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary(15 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 4,130 m · Day 10The 15-day ABC Trek from Kathmandu is the most comprehensive Annapurna Base Camp experience available — including both the overland Kathmandu to Pokhara journey and the extended 11-day approach/return trek through the Annapurna foothills, with an extra day at Ghorepani for the Poon Hill sunrise and a rest day at Chhomrong for the mountain views. This itinerary is designed for trekkers who want the ABC experience to feel complete and unhurried, without the time-pressure of the 9 or 11-day programmes.
Starting from Kathmandu, the overland route to Pokhara (tourist bus or domestic flight) is included. The trek itself follows the classic Modi Khola valley route from Nayapul through Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Chhomrong, Bamboo, and Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m) and the Annapurna Sanctuary (4,130 m). The extended schedule allows two nights at Chhomrong (2,170 m), an excellent acclimatisation stage, and the Ghorepani sunrise extension for Poon Hill's famous dawn panorama of 30+ peaks.
The descent includes a soak at Jhinu Danda hot springs and a final night in Pokhara before the Kathmandu return.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Start/end: Kathmandu. Max altitude: Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m.
What's Included
Included
- Government-registered English-speaking trek guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- ACAP permit and TIMS card
- Kathmandu–Pokhara tourist bus (or flight at extra cost)
- Pokhara–Nayapul private jeep (both ways)
- All teahouse accommodation on trek
- 3 meals per day on trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Kathmandu 1-night hotel (standard twin)
- Pokhara 1-night hotel (standard twin)
- Airport and hotel transfers throughout
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance with emergency evacuation
- Meals not listed in daily itinerary
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Tips for guides and porters
- Beverages, hot showers, and battery charging at teahouses (payable direct)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Any costs arising from illness, injury, or early departure
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season. Crystal-clear skies, stable weather, spectacular mountain views. Peak crowds on EBC and ABC trails.
Spring (Mar–May)
Second-best season. Rhododendrons in bloom, good visibility. Slightly warmer than autumn. Pre-monsoon clouds build in afternoon.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cold but uncrowded. Clear skies and great views. High passes may be snowed-in. Lower altitude treks (Ghorepani, Langtang lower) remain open.
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Wet season. Trails slippery, leeches on lower sections, views often obscured. Not recommended except for rain-shadow regions (Upper Mustang).
Permits Required
What to Pack
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions
On the Trail
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$1,600
/ person · all-inclusive