Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Walk through Sherpa villages and quiet Khumbu valleys to the foot of Ama Dablam. A 13-day journey for those who want a different view of the Everest region.
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Annapurna · trekking
Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Walk into the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary through Gurung villages, rhododendron forest and a dramatic amphitheatre of Himalayan peaks.
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Duration12 days
Maximum altitude4,130 m
DifficultyModerate–challenging
Best seasonMar–May · Sep–Nov
StyleFixed departures / Private
Get to know the route.
Take a look at the daily plan and what’s included. We’ll confirm availability and any changes with you before you book.
Is this your trip?
- Duration
- 12 days
- Maximum altitude
- 4,130 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate–challenging
- Best season
- Mar–May · Sep–Nov
- Style
- Fixed departures / Private
Rooms included. Trekking meals and drinks are paid separately.
Your itinerary.
The sequence below is the planned Annapurna Base Camp Trek route. Daily movement can change with weather, trail access and the group. Your written itinerary confirms transport, rooms and the operating arrangements.
Day 1 · Arrive Kathmandu
Meet our team for the airport transfer and settle into your Kathmandu room. Review the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route, equipment and transport arrangements before setting off.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 2 · Fly/drive to Pokhara
Take the scheduled mountain flight and continue with the day’s planned transfer or walk. Flight timing and the Kathmandu or Ramechhap airport arrangement are confirmed before travel; weather delays can change this stage.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 3 · Pokhara → Ghandruk
Drive to the trailhead and trek to the Gurung village of Ghandruk. Walk through the village lanes and settle into your lodge. This Gurung village gives a welcome chance to see everyday life along the Annapurna route.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 4 · Ghandruk → Chhomrong
Traverse forest and hillside trails to Chhomrong. This hillside village is a gateway to the sanctuary route. Expect stepped paths through the settlement and discuss the next valley stage with your guide.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 5 · Chhomrong → Bamboo/Dovan
Descend to the Chhomrong Khola and climb through bamboo forest. The route follows the sanctuary valley through wooded sections. The overnight stop keeps the ascent in manageable stages before the higher lodges.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 6 · Dovan → Deurali
Continue through forest, waterfalls and narrowing mountain terrain. Follow the planned dovan → deurali stage with your guide. The exact stops and pace are agreed around current access and the time available, with the next stage reviewed before continuing.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 7 · Deurali → Machhapuchhre Base Camp
Enter the upper sanctuary beneath Machhapuchhre. Arrive at the upper sanctuary lodge area and take the afternoon at a measured pace. The overnight stop prepares you for the walk toward Annapurna Base Camp.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 8 · MBC → Annapurna Base Camp
Walk to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m, surrounded by the Annapurna massif. Walk into the sanctuary and take time to enjoy the mountain setting. Visibility varies; the guide will set the return plan around the day’s conditions.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 9 · ABC → Bamboo
Descend from the sanctuary. The route follows the sanctuary valley through wooded sections. The overnight stop keeps the ascent in manageable stages before the higher lodges.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 10 · Bamboo → Jhinu Danda
Return through Chhomrong and descend to Jhinu. Descend toward the lower valley and your road connection. A hot-spring visit is optional, subject to access, timing and any local charges.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 11 · Jhinu → Pokhara
Complete the trek and drive back to Pokhara. Settle into your accommodation and prepare for the next part of the journey. Optional activities and extra sightseeing are arranged separately.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
Day 12 · Return Kathmandu / departure
Complete the final Annapurna Base Camp Trek arrangements and transfer for your onward journey. Keep international connections separate from weather-sensitive mountain flights and allow any recommended buffer nights.
- Accommodation
- Room accommodation at the itinerary stop.
- Meals
- Meals paid separately; trekking accommodation is room only.
What’s included.
Trekking accommodation is room only: breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks are paid separately. On climbing trips, meals are included only for the climbing section specified below.
Included
- Kathmandu airport transfers for the scheduled itinerary
- Room accommodation in the city and mountain lodges listed in the itinerary
- Route permits and local entry fees required for the published trek
- Trekking guide and the porter support specified in your quotation
- Scheduled route transport, with the vehicle or domestic flight sectors stated in your quotation
- Pre-trek briefing and logistics coordination
- Applicable package taxes and service charges
Not included
- All meals and drinks during the trek; mountain lodges are room only
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel and emergency rescue insurance
- Personal trekking equipment
- Hot showers, charging, Wi-Fi and lodge extras
- Tips and personal expenses
- Extra costs caused by weather, flight disruption or circumstances outside our control
Illustrated route
N ↑Annapurna Base Camp Trek route map.
Choose your dates.
Browse published departures for 2027, 2028 and 2029. If your dates are not listed, ask us about a private trip. We confirm your place and arrangements before payment.
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Dates are the start and end of your Nepal itinerary. Allow additional time for international flights and any recommended contingency days. No payment is taken by the booking form.
Arrive prepared.
Accommodation & meals
City accommodation is arranged according to the confirmed package. On trek, accommodation is generally in lodges or tea houses, usually twin-share. Meal inclusion is stated in the final quotation.
Permits
We arrange the permits required for the published itinerary using the traveller information supplied during booking.
Altitude & safety
The itinerary is paced for realistic acclimatization. Guides monitor walking pace and wellbeing and may adjust the route or schedule when needed.
Equipment
A detailed packing list is provided before departure, including layered clothing, waterproof protection, insulation, footwear, gloves, sun protection and personal essentials.
Best season
Mar–May · Sep–Nov
Your questions, answered.
How long is Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The published duration for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is 12 days. Review the day-by-day itinerary for travel, activity and rest days before arranging your flights.
When is the best time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
The published season for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is Mar–May · Sep–Nov. Ask our Nepal team to confirm arrangements and conditions for your preferred dates.
What accommodation and meals are included?
City accommodation is arranged according to the confirmed package. During the trek, accommodation is generally in mountain lodges or tea houses, usually twin-share. Facilities become simpler with altitude. Meal inclusion depends on the final trip package.
How is altitude and acclimatization handled?
The itinerary is paced conservatively. Guides monitor guest wellbeing and may adapt walking pace, overnight stops or the itinerary for safety and acclimatization.
Which permits are arranged?
We arrange the trekking permits required for the published itinerary using the traveller information supplied during booking.
What equipment should I bring?
Layered clothing, waterproof shell, insulated jacket, trekking boots, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sleeping bag, daypack and personal essentials are required. A detailed packing list is provided before departure.
What insurance do I need?
Comprehensive travel insurance should cover the maximum altitude of the itinerary, medical treatment, emergency evacuation and trip interruption.
For route maps, current conditions or a specific requirement, ask our team.
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