A seven-day, lodge-to-lodge trek from Pokhara into the Annapurna Sanctuary that culminates at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m). Classic mountain views, teahouse nights, and a natural hot spring on descent make this a compact Himalayan circuit.
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You step out of Pokhara into crisp mountain air and the valley shrinks behind you—rice terraces ripple, local villages hum, and the trail climbs into rhododendron forest that opens onto Himalayan rock and ice. Over seven days the route threads through Chhomrong and Dovan, rises to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, and crests at Annapurna Base Camp (approx. 4,130 m), where a ring of giants—Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Machapuchare—frames a high alpine bowl.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
6–8 days
Fitness Level
Good aerobic fitness with experience on multi-day hikes; ability to walk 5–7 hours on uneven terrain for several consecutive days.
Wildlife
History
Annapurna I was the first 8,000-meter peak climbed (1950) by Maurice Herzog’s French expedition; the sanctuary later opened as a trekkers’ circuit supporting local Gurung and Magar communities.
Conservation
The trek runs inside the Annapurna Conservation Area—pay ACAP fees, stick to trails, minimize waste, and support local teahouses to sustain community conservation.
Reserve your spot on the 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Acclimatize deliberately
Space your hiking pace and take the Machhapuchhre Base Camp day slowly—ascending too fast raises risk of altitude illness.
Footwear and traction
Sturdy, broken-in hiking boots with a grippy sole handle wet stone steps and moraine; gaiters help in spring melt.
Cash and charging
Bring enough Nepali rupees—remote lodges may not accept cards—and a power bank for charging between towns.
Start early each day
Morning light offers the clearest mountain views and firmer trail conditions before afternoon clouds and rain build.
Sturdy hiking boots
Support and traction for steep stone stairs, muddy trails, and rocky moraines.
3-season sleeping bag (to ~-5°C)
Lodge beds can be cold—bring a warm sleeping bag or rent one in Pokhara.
spring
Trekking poles
Reduce knee strain on long descents and help with balance on uneven sections.
Water purification (tablets/filter)
Safe, lightweight option for topping up water between lodge refills.