Walk from Pokhara up Modi Khola to a glacier‑framed Annapurna Base Camp, with hot springs and Gurung villages en route. This eight‑day trek combines dramatic mountain views with teahouse nights and practical acclimatization.
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Dawn breaks over terraced rice slopes as your jeep slips away from Pokhara and the trail pulls you into a corridor of rhododendron and bamboo. By afternoon the valley narrows, Modi Khola gorges gather momentum, and stone steps swing you between Gurung villages where prayer flags flutter like small, stubborn declarations of altitude.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
8 days
Fitness Level
Good aerobic fitness and experience with multi‑day hikes; ability to carry a daypack and walk 4–7 hours daily at altitude.
Wildlife
History
The valley is home to Gurung and Magar communities whose terrace agriculture and stone teahouses reflect centuries of Himalayan village life.
Conservation
The route runs through the Annapurna Conservation Area; visitor fees fund local conservation and community development—minimize waste and stick to trails.
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Acclimatize gradually
Plan slow ascents and hydrate—spend extra time at 2,900–3,200 m if you feel off to reduce altitude sickness risk.
Footwear and traction
Use well‑broken-in, ankle‑support hiking boots and carry lightweight microspikes for icy patches above 3,000 m.
Cash and charging
Carry cash in small bills for teahouses; power in lodges is limited and often charged by hour.
Hot springs timing
Visit Jhinu Danda hot springs late afternoon after reaching Nayapul descent—they close early and are best enjoyed after a warm meal.
Sturdy hiking boots
Support and grip on stone steps, muddy trails and scree slopes.
Down jacket (warm)
Nights at and above 3,000 m get very cold—insulation is critical.
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Sleeping bag (rated to -10°C)
Teahouse mattresses are thin; a warm bag ensures overnight comfort at ABC.
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Water purification system
Allows safe refilling from springs and streams to reduce plastic waste.