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A 10-day circuit that pairs the sunrise at Poon Hill with the high-saddle drama of Annapurna Base Camp. Expect steep stone paths, tea-house nights, and close-up views of Machhapuchhre’s fluted face.
A 10-day circuit that pairs the sunrise at Poon Hill with the high-saddle drama of Annapurna Base Camp. Expect steep stone paths, tea-house nights, and close-up views of Machhapuchhre’s fluted face.
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Operated by Nepal Mountain Club Pvt Ltd · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Morning in Pokhara stills the city; the van eases onto the mountain road and the valley opens like a map you’re invited to walk. The trail climbs through terraced farms and rhododendron forest, the air thinning, and by Poon Hill you’ll stand as the sun pushes light over the jagged faces of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. The circuit continues higher—through Ghorepani, Tadapani, Chhomrong and past Machhapuchhre Base Camp—until the high plateau of Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) pulls you into a bowl of wind and stone.
challenging.
10 days (approx. 6–8 hours trekking on long days).
Good aerobic fitness with experience on multi-day hikes; ability to handle steep ascents and sustained daily effort.
Yes—TIMS and Annapurna Conservation Area permits are required; guides commonly arrange them before you start.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most stable weather and clear mountain views.
Tea houses are basic but warm: shared rooms, simple meals (dal bhat), and hot showers for a fee in larger stops.
ABC sits around 4,130 m; altitude sickness is a real risk—ascend slowly, stay hydrated, and descend if serious symptoms develop.
Local Gurung and Magar communities have inhabited these slopes for centuries; the Annapurna Conservation Area was established to protect both ecology and traditional livelihoods.
The Annapurna Conservation Area enforces permits and promotes community-based tourism—pack out non-biodegradable trash, minimize single-use plastics, and support local tea houses to sustain the trail economy.
Nepal Mountain Club Pvt Ltd operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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