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A 10-day, village-to-summit-style trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp that combines classic sunrise views from Poon Hill with high-alpine scenery at ABC. Expect long days, cultural villages, and required permits—ideal for experienced hikers who prioritize acclimatization and steady pacing.
A 10-day, village-to-summit-style trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp that combines classic sunrise views from Poon Hill with high-alpine scenery at ABC. Expect long days, cultural villages, and required permits—ideal for experienced hikers who prioritize acclimatization and steady pacing.
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Operated by Couch Adventure Nepal (CAN) · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
You step off the jeep near Nayapul with Pokhara already shrinking behind you, the Modi River daring you downstream while a rope of suspension bridges threads the valley ahead.
challenging.
10 days total (5–7 hours hiking per day).
Good cardiovascular fitness and regular hiking experience; able to carry a 8–12 kg daypack and hike consecutive long days at elevation.
Yes—TIMS and an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) are required; your operator typically arranges them before departure.
It’s challenging due to sustained elevation gain and multiple long walking days; good fitness and some prior multi-day trekking experience are recommended.
Guides are not legally mandatory for independent trekkers but are strongly recommended for navigation, cultural access, and altitude safety—this tour includes a licensed English-speaking guide.
Peak windows are mid-September to November and March to May for stable weather and clear mountain views; monsoon season (June–August) is wetter and trail conditions become slippery.
The Annapurna region is home to Gurung and Magar communities and falls within the Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal’s first conservation region to combine biodiversity protection with sustainable tourism.
Permits fund the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP); stick to marked trails, minimize single-use plastics, and use lodges to reduce ecological impact.
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