Annapurna Base Camp Trek 5 Days

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Duration
5 Days
Trip Grade
Medium Hard
Maximum Altitude
4130 Meter
Group Size
Max 15 Persons
Activities
Trekking
Starts
Pokhara
Ends
Pokhara
Best Time
Mar-May, Sep-Nov

A 5-day Annapurna Base Camp trek is a fast hiking trip Annapurna Base Camp that usually takes a week or more. We have crafted this trip for those looking for short venture in the Himalaya that can expect steep ascents, see giant peaks, and roaring river walk through beautiful Gurung village of Chhumrong. This condensed trek demands good fitness, delivering breathtaking scenery in a short timeframe.

Short Description 

A strenuous, challenging 5-day trek to Annapurna Base Camp is the shortest route tailored for young and fit trekkers traveling on budget trips. The actual Annapurna Base Camp trek takes 8 to 12 days, depending on your chosen routes and the starting point. Most of the trekking agencies include Ghorepani Poon Hill, which makes you fitter and ensures that you are well-acclimatized in terms of high altitude. But the people with past trekking habits in the Alps or the Himalayas of Nepal who like to challenge themselves to test their limits for an incredible venture to the heart of the Himalayas can do Annapurna Base Camp in 5 Days. Here we offer you the shortest Annapurna Base Camp trek itinerary that fulfills your dream to complete in a short time frame. 

A brief itinerary and route that offers you to sleep at Annapurna Base Camp

Day 1: Drive to Jhinu from Pokhara and trek to Sinuwa (2300 m)
Day 2: Trekking Deurali (3200 m) from Sinuwa.
Day 3: Trekking Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m) from Deurali
Day 4: Retrace back down to Bamboo (2300 m)
Day 5: Trek to Jhinu/Danda and drive to Pokhara.

Trek via Ghandruk for expert hikers. 

Day 1: Drive to Ghandruk from Pokhara (800 m) and trek to Chhumrong (2100 m)
Day 2: Trek to Himalaya (2900 m)
Day 3: Trek to MBC (Machhapuchhre Base Camp, 3700 m)
Day 4: Morning hike to Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m) and back to Bamboo (2300 m)
Day 5: Trek to Jhinu Danda and drive to Pokhara. 

Itinerary
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Our guide from Wilderness Excursion will pick you up from your accommodation in Pokhara at 7:00 AM and then escort you to the public bus station by car or cab and take a shared public jeep to Jhinu, a beautiful place in the Annapurna foothills from where you will start the trek today. We trek to Sinuwa via Chhomrong village. 

Trek from Banuwa to Himalaya at the altitude of 2900 masl. The trail goes up to Sinuwa; which has good view of mount Machhapuchhre (6993m). Then the trail enters in the lush green forest of rhododendron, bamboo, oak trees. Soon we reach at the place called "Bamboo" for a tea break. We follow the valley of Modi Khola trekking to Himalaya today via Dovan for lunch. 

From Himalaya; we head upward to Deurali via Hinco Cave. The view becomes brilliant just after passing Deurali. The alpine flower are so amazing if you are trekking in August and early September. After walking some 6 hours takes us at the beautiful place of Machhapuchhre Base Camp. 

Early in the morning; we make a excursion in lifetime experience to Annapurna Base camp at the altitude of 4130 meter above sea level. Enjoy the majestic view of giant peaks and feel yourself at the "Heart of Himalaya". We enjoy the hot tea/coffee break here with viewing the sun touching the mighty Annapurna Himalaya and the retrace back to hotel at Machhapuchhre Base camp and trek back to Bamboo for overnight stay. 

Today; it is also a long day. We trek same way back to Chhomrung and then descend down to Jhinu Danda where a cross long hanging bridge; and short trek to markyu and catch a local shared jeep to Pokhara. Our guide will transfer you to accommodation. The trip ends. Farewell friend!

5 Days rapid Annapurna Base Camp Trekking itinerary for young and fit experienced trekkers those willing to test their limit for the adventure trekking.   

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Cost Details
Includes
  • A registered local trekking guide for the 5-day Annapurna Base Camp hike.
  • Meals: 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 4 dinners during the trek.
  • Sharing twin or triple bedrooms in teahouse lodges during the trek.
  • Guide fee with all his or her expenses.
  • Public bus or jeep transportation to and from trek. 
  • Necessary insurance for your guide.
  • A required trekking permission for a 5-day ABC trek.
  • Local taxes and documentation fees. 
Excludes
  • Transfers, meals, and accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Bar bills, beverages such as Coke, Fanta, Sprite, and mineral water.
  • Travel insurance, Nepal Tourist Visa fees, items, and expenses of a personal nature.
  • Personal trekking gear and rescue operation in case of emergency.
  • Any expenses that arise due to a change of itinerary.
  • Porter to carry your pack (will cost extra US$ 20/day if required). 
  • Laundry, phone calls, internet, etc.
  • Tips for your guide.
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Starts: Mar 22, 2025Ends: Mar 26, 2025
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Starts: Mar 29, 2025Ends: Apr 02, 2025
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek 5 Days FAQs

5 Days ABC Trek is a challenging trek but can be a great opportunity for young trekking enthusiasts. It is not advised for learners.

What Our Clients are Saying?
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Incredible Annapurna Base Camp Trek!

We had the most amazing experience ever! Our incredible porter Ram and guide Ajaya took great care of us and made sure we had an unforgettable experience. I'm appreciative of the experience and will surely make reservations with Wilderness Excursion if...

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Jessica Lange- New Zealand
May 26, 2024
Excellent ABC short trip!

My experience trekking to Annapurna Base Camp was fantastic. Rahul Tamang, the guide, was helpful and professional.

I want to thank Wilderness Excursion and Pradip Tamang for their hard work and wish you both the best of...

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Priyadharsini R- India
May 20, 2024
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