# Annapurna Base Camp Trek **Route**: `/solo-women-group-travel/Annapurna Base Camp` ## Overview Adventure awaits as you trek to Annapurna Base Camp, moderate trek combining the best of Nepal from high mountains to low lands. Physically placed in central Nepal and is the proud home of several 7000m plus peaks. This region is in a league of its own & possesses its own unique form of nature that’s exceptional. The Annapurna Base Camp was first explored by the British explorer Col. James O.M. ‘Jimmy’ Roberts in the year 1956 and was shown to the world as the ‘Sanctuary of Gods’. ## Quick Facts - **Duration**: 13 Days & 12 Nights - **Starting Point**: Kathmandu - **Comfort Level**: signature Stay - **Collections**: Signature - **Tags**: Active trip, trekking, annapurna trek ## Departure Dates No departures available currently. ## Activities - Trek to Annapurna Base Camp - Visit Pokhara - Trek to Ghandruk - Stunning panoramic views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machapuchare ## Detailed Itinerary ### Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu [4455ft] Flying into Kathmandu on a clear day offers stunning views of snow-capped peaks, setting the stage for a memorable adventure. Upon arrival, your trek leader will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, you'll receive a briefing about your trek. Spend your first night in the "Valley of Temples," where rich history and culture blend in a truly unique setting. **Accommodation**: Kathmandu guest house or similar 4* ### Day 2: Fly to Pokhara [2,714ft] After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu airport to take a short scenic flight (around 25 minutes) from to Pokhara. On arrival at Pokhara, transfer to the hotel. Pokhara offers a relaxed pace and beautiful setting beneath the Annapurna range. The rest of the day is free to explore the town—take a walk along Phewa Lake, visit the Peace Pagoda, or enjoy the cafés and shops along the lakeside. If the weather is clear, you’ll get your first views of Machapuchare and the surrounding peaks. Overnight stay and dinner will be the hotel. **Accommodation**: Hotel Dandelion or similar ### Day 3: Trek to Ghandruk [6,365ft] After breakfast in Pokhara, drive for about 2.5 hours to Syauli Bazar, the starting point of the trek(Walking time is approximately 4–5 hours.). From here, the trail follows the through small villages and terraced fields. The walk gradually ascends through lush forest and traditional settlements until you reach the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk. Known for its stone houses and sweeping views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machapuchare, Ghandruk offers a warm welcome into the heart of the Annapurna region. Overnight dinner and stay in the lodge **Accommodation**: Ghandruk Guest House or similar ### Day 4: Trek to Chomrong [6,890 ft] Leaving Ghandruk, the trail descends through forests and terraced farmland to the river at Kimrong Khola. After crossing the suspension bridge, you'll begin a steady uphill climb to the village of Chere Danda, followed by a gradual descent and another short ascent to Chhomrong. This is a major Gurung village and the last permanent settlement en route to Annapurna Base Camp. The views of Annapurna South and Machapuchare are especially striking from here. Walking time is around 5–6 hours. Overnight stay in the lodge. **Accommodation**: Excellent View / Mountain View or similar ### Day 5: Trek to Bamboo Hotel [7,579ft] After leisurely breakfast, start your trek to Bamboo hotel. From Chhomrong, the trail descends steeply down a stone staircase to the Chhomrong Khola. Then climb through lush forest to Sinuwa, followed by a gentle undulating trail through thick rhododendron and bamboo forest to Kuldighar. After a short descent, you’ll reach the quiet settlement of Bamboo, nestled in the forest near the Modi Khola river. This stretch of the trail feels more remote, with fewer villages and a peaceful atmosphere. Walking time is approximately 5–6 hours. Overnight stay and dinner in the lodge. **Accommodation**: Bamboo Guest House or Similar (Shared Bathroom) ### Day 6: Trek to Deurali [10,596ft] After breakfast, start trekking towards Dourali. The scenery becomes more rugged and alpine as you gain elevation, with the valley narrowing and the vegetation thinning out. You'll pass Hinku Cave and climb a steeper section before reaching Deurali, which sits just below the ridgeline and offers dramatic views of the surrounding cliffs and peaks. This is your last overnight stop before reaching the higher altitudes of the sanctuary. Walking time is approximately 5–6 hours. Overnight stay and dinner in the lodge. **Accommodation**: Deurali Guest House or Similar (Shared Bathroom) ### Day 7: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp [13,547ft] Today’s trek takes you into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary. The trail climbs steadily past Bagar and then to Machapuchare Base Camp (MBC), where you'll be greeted with close-up views of Machapuchare, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and other surrounding peaks. After a lunch break and rest at MBC, later continue to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). The scenery here is breathtaking, with a full 360-degree panorama of towering Himalayan giants surrounding you. Walking time is around 6-7 hours. Overnight stay in Annapurna base camp. **Accommodation**: Annapurna Guest House / Hotel Paradise or Similar (Shared Bathroom) ### Day 8: Trek to Bamboo Hotel [7,579ft] After enjoying sunrise views over the Annapurna massif, you'll begin your descent from ABC, retracing your steps down the valley. The trail leads past Machapuchare Base Camp, Deurali, Himalaya, and Dobhan, with the scenery gradually shifting from high alpine terrain back to lush forest. While the descent is easier on the lungs, it's still a full day of walking with several ups and downs along the way. End the day at Bamboo, where the air feels warmer and the forest surroundings return. Walking time is approximately 6–7 hours. Overnight stay and dinner at the Lodge. **Accommodation**: Bamboo Guest House or Similar (Shared Bathroom) ### Day 9: Trek to Jhinu Danda [5,775ft] After breakfast, trek to Kuldighar and then descend to the Chhomrong Khola. After a steep climb back up to Chhomrong village, the trail branches off and descends steeply to Jhinu Danda, a small village perched on a ridge. Later check in to the lodge.Visit the natural hot springs located about a 25-minute walk below the village(optional). Walking time is approximately 5–6 hours. Overnight dinner and stay at the lodge **Accommodation**: Namaste Guest House or Similar ### Day 10: Trek to Matkyu and drive to Pokhara [2,714ft] After breakfast in Jhinu Danda, take a short and easy trek downhill to Matkyu, which usually takes about 1 hour . From Matkyu begin the drive back to Pokhara, which takes around 2.5 to 3 hours depending on road conditions. Once in Pokhara, check in to the hotel and have the rest of the day free to relax, explore more of the town at your own pace. **Accommodation**: Hotel Dandelion or Similar ### Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu [4455ft] After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu(6 to 7 hours), following the Prithvi Highway along rivers, hillsides, and traditional villages. Stop along the way for lunch and short break. Once in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel. The rest of the evening is free—you can relax, do some last-minute shopping, or enjoy a final dinner in the city. **Accommodation**: Kathmandu guest house or similar (4*) ### Day 12: Leisure day in Kathmandu A free day in Kathmandu to explore and recover from the trek. This day can also be used as a contingency incase of any possible delays due to bad weather etc. and get organized before leaving for the trek. **Accommodation**: Kathmandu guest house or similar (4*) ### Day 13: Departure Thank you for joining us on this incredible trek; it has been a pleasure sharing this journey with you. We hope this adventure has left you with cherished memories and a sense of accomplishment. ## What's Included - ✓ All meals on the Open/Choice Menu during the trekking period with a selection of tea/coffee per meal - ✓ All required permits for the trek are included - ✓ Internal flight (Kathmandu to Pokhara) with airport taxes and ground transfers - ✓ Professional and qualified local trek leader - ✓ Porter to carry your bags (1 porter:2 clients) - ✓ Duffel bag, Sleeping bag, and Down Jacket (Sleeping bag and down jacket must be returned after completion of the trek) - ✓ Inclusive of 5% GST & 2% TCS - ✓ Twin-sharing accommodation at all the hotel/teahouse/lodge - ✓ All ground transfers as per mentioned in the itinerary on private vehicle - ✓ Full support crew to assist 1:4 assistant guide to client ratio. - ✓ Adventure Travel Insurance up to 49 years of age ## What's Not Included - ✗ International Airfare - ✗ Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu or on trek for any reason (Early arrival or delay, Early arrival from trek due to any reason, extra night in Kathmandu due to Lukla flight cancellation) - ✗ Early check in or late check out - ✗ Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, WATER Bottle during Trek, extra meals and beverages, laundry, phone calls , hot showers and medical expenses, Wifi - ✗ Meals and all other services which are not mentioned in the aforementioned itinerary. - ✗ Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation or arriving by flight that does not match with the majority of the group ## Customer Reviews > A truly memorable trek—made possible by the incredible support of our WOW Buddy Rohini and guide Abhimanyu. Their constant encouragement helped me reach the summit. — ** Prasanna Kakumanu** > I traveled to Bhutan with WOW in June, and it was an amazing experience. The well-planned itinerary balanced adventure and free time. Chitra was a fantastic WOW buddy, and the Tiger’s Nest trek was unforgettable. — **N Shilpi**, Lawyer ## Booking Policies ### Early Bird Offers Get an Early Bird ticket with discounts. Remember that we can offer this discount only as long as you make the installment payments on time. ### Refunds Get a full refund with only a Rs 1000 deduction if you cancel within 48hrs of booking. ### Pinkedge Points Each completed trip gets you points that you can redeem against events, merchandise and more trips! ## Meta Information - **SEO Title**: Annapurna Base Camp Trek - **Canonical URL**: https://www.wowclub.com/solo-women-group-travel/Annapurna Base Camp --- *Generated for LLM/AI consumption. Last updated: 2026-10-12T11:28:56.227Z*