Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Famous Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara

Trip Facts

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate
  • Group Size: 2 - 10 People in Group
  • Min Age: +10
  • Trip Type: Tea House ABC Trek
  • Season: Feb - May | Sept - Dece
  • Trek Star & End: Pokhara
  • Meals Plan: Lunch + Breakfast + Dinner
  • Trek Departure: As Per Booking
  • Max Elevation: 4,130m | 13,549ft

Highlights

  • Go on a trek with a qualified local guide and an insured porter.
  • The journey starts and ends in the picturesque city of Pokhara.
  • At 4130 meters, you will spend the night at Annapurna Base Camp.
  • A moderate trip suitable for hikers of all skill levels is the ABC short trek.
  • Take a hike through the wildlife-rich Annapurna Conservation Area.
  • Discover the authentic ethnic culture and way of life of Nepal.
  • 360-degree mountain vistas are available from Annapurna Base Camp.
  • Six breakfasts, seven lunches, and six dinners are included in the package.

About Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

We warmly invite you to book the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Nepal Spirit Adventure and our seasoned Annapurna Base Camp Trek team. The trek commences and concludes in the scenic city of Pokhara. According to your booking, our experienced native trek guide will collect you from your hotel and drive you to Nayapul by taxi, where you'll begin your hike to the Ghandruk (Gurung villages) on the first day of the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This hike to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 m takes just one-week round trip from Pokhara.

Nestled in the heart of the Annapurna Conservation Area, home to an array of diverse flora and fauna, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, also known as the ABC, is one of the most popular trekking routes in the Annapurna region. Because it allows visitors to reach the Annapurna Base Camp at an elevation of over 4,130 meters in just seven days, the trekking route is appropriate and perfect for novices as well as those arranging a quick trekking vacation. Trekking across varied landscapes and cultures, with breathtaking mountain panoramas, terraced fields, quaint Magar and Gurung villages, and an abundance of flora and fauna, makes for an amazing experience. This trekking route is more vibrant and beautiful in the spring.

Trek Duration and Mountain Views

The Nepal Spirit Adventure expert team has created a concise trek to Annapurna Base Camp starting from Pokhara, which takes just 7 days to finish. This week-long trek provides an ideal opportunity to discover Annapurna Base Camp. Continue for comprehensive details and valuable information about the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking in Nepal.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Mount Annapurna is that it was the first mountain in Nepal to be successfully climbed above 8,000 meters, a French Expedition made history by reaching the summit. The trek to the base camp offers breathtaking views of the Annapurna Range, including Annapurna I (8,091 m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Mt. Machhapuchhare (6,993 m), Mt Nilgiri (7,061 m) Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Mt. Gangapurna (7,455 m), Tukuche Peak (6,920 m) Varaha Shikhar (7,847 m), and many other peaks.

You will have lifelong memories of awe and adventure from this quick seven-day hike to Annapurna Base Camp. Everything appears spectacular against the backdrop of immaculate snow-capped mountains. You would love trekking through thick forests and arid areas along the banks of the MODI-Kho La River. The Annapurna base camp hike offers hourly landscape changes. Once you reach ABC's ultimate destination, even the strenuous uphill route will have been worth it.

We at Nepal Spirit Adventure will stop at nothing to ensure that you achieve all of your trekking goals. We are excited to work with you to make treasured experiences throughout your personalized vacation. One essay cannot possibly address every facet of the area's natural splendor. These are some of the key arguments for picking us for your trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Let's examine a few of the noteworthy aspects of the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Before you even travel to Nepal, experience the ABC trekking expedition virtually by reading on.

Most Features of the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

  • The journey begins in Nepal's Pokhara city.
  • Discover the lower reaches of the tenth-highest mountain summit on Earth.
  • The magnificent Annapurna Base Camp is where you will spend the night.
  • Explore the Annapurna Conservation area's lush greenery on a trek.
  • You will spend the majority of your trek day in charming bamboo and rhododendron forests.
  • You'll be treated to a view of the stunning snow-capped Himalayan scenery.
  • Go swimming in Jhinu Danda Hot Spring.
  • Discover the vibrant cultures of the Gurung and Magar communities as you go.
  • Engage in conversation with the amiable residents of their idyllic village.

Key Features of the Quick Trek to Annapurna Base Camp

You'll Experience Annapurna Base Camp's Wonderful Atmosphere: The god of Annapurna gave us the base camp, which is a serene sanctuary akin to heaven. Once you reach the majestic Annapurna, you will forget all the suffering you endured while climbing over the rocky and steep Himalayan landscape. You feel content as you gaze over the expansive mountain vistas from Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), which is towering just in front of you. In the teahouse, other hikers are sharing their trekking experiences, creating a cozy atmosphere despite the low temperatures. You may sleep comfortably in Annapurna Base Camp and wake up to a breathtaking dawn.

Incredible Mountain Vistas are Available Every Day Along the Trekking Trail: Even though the trip begins in Pokhara, the mountains greet us on the cab ride to Nayapul-New Bridge far in advance of our arrival at Annapurna Base Camp. As you continue on your journey, the mountains get closer to you. A panorama of mountains includes not just the Annapurna ranges but also other mountain ranges. Several mountain peaks, such as Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Mt. Annapurna South (7,219 m), Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,061 m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Mt. Gangapurna (7,455 m), and many more, can be seen from our short trek to the Annapurna Base Camp.

Trekking Across the Tranquil Annapurna Protected Region: There are many different types of flora and animals found in the Annapurna Conservation Area, making it the most attractive trek destination. A special aspect of the short Annapurna base camp walk is the bamboo forest in some areas, which makes for a delightful hike amidst lush woods of rhododendron, oak, pine, and more. In spring (March to May), if you have the opportunity to undertake the hike, you'll discover vibrantly colored forests decorated with wildflowers blooming. With the occasional sighting of wild animals, you'll be treated to the melodic sounds of the birds that live in those areas. Additionally crucial to both humans and wildlife is the Annapurna Conservation Area.

Jhinu Danda's Natural Hot Spring: On the approach to ABC and returning from Annapurna Base Camp, the Jhinu Danda hot spring is traversed by the short walking path between the two locations. Spring water is thought to have a unique medicinal property that can relieve pains and aches in the Nepalese religion. It is believed that having a hot spring bath purifies the soul, hence it also has spiritual significance. For a nominal entrance fee, you can therefore start your ABC adventure with a brief soak in the hot spring.

Rich Culture: The Annapurna region undoubtedly boasts a wealth of natural beauty. The peaceful coexistence of the small ethnic villages in the area adds to its beauty. The important villages of Ghandruk and Chhomrung are one example. It has become well-known as one of the area's model Gurung settlements. The majority of the villagers are Gurung people, who have managed to hold onto their traditions and culture over time. You can rent Gurung costumes to take pictures, explore the native cuisine, and spend a night in each of the two villages—Ghandruk and Chhomrong—at the museum dedicated to their culture.

Individual Freedom to Select Hotels in Pokhara and Kathmandu: Since Nepal Spirit Adventure meticulously planned the short Annapurna base camp trip, which starts in Pokhara, sometimes all the package bargains can't provide a great holiday. You have the freedom to choose from any start category lodging in Kathmandu and Pokhara in this scenario. There are excellent options to reserve hotels in both cities according to your needs, so don't worry—we can assist you in making hotel reservations and arranging for air or ground transportation between the two cities if that's what you need.

The Most Popular Trek Trails in the Annapurna Region

A popular walking and hiking location in Nepal is the Annapurna Trekking Region, which is home to a diverse range of flora and animals. Numerous species of wild animals can be found in the Annapurna Conservation Project. If you have extra time to spend trekking in Nepal, you can prolong the Annapurna Circuit Trek, which begins from Dharapani after a long drive from Kathmandu. The Nepal Spirit Adventure website offers many treks, including the easy 5-day Ghorepani Poonhil Trek to Annapurna Base Camp and the mini Annapurna circuit trip.

Itinerary

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As per your ABC short trek booking with us, the trek guide pickup from your hotel in Pohara, and our trek start with a drive to Nayapul from Pokhara by private vehicle. It will take us around an hour and a half to reach Nayapul from Pokhara. The ride is quite exciting. The road is uneven. Somewhere it is blacktopped whereas it is bumpy at places. Enjoying the short ride and scenic views along the road, we will reach Nayapul.

From Nayapul, we will start to trek. Trekking over the peaceful and scenic trails of Annapurna is a wonderful experience. We will walk for nearly five hours on our first day. The trail passes through many villages like Birethanti, Siwai, Kyumi, and to Jhinu. At the villages, you will see Tamangs, Gurungs, and other ethnic groups.

Our destination for the day is Jhinu Danda. At Jhinu danda there is a natural hot spring. Trekkers stop at Jhinu danda for a hot bath in the spring. We will hike to the hot spring after checking into our hotel. You can take a relaxing hot bath in the spring.

  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Location: Jhinu Danda
  • Altitude: 1780m | 5840ft

In the morning, you can have a breakfast of your choice at the lodge in Jhinu Danda. After breakfast, we will set off on the trekking trail towards Bamboo. The is stone-paved stairs. You must have a strong knee to trek in Annapurna. The trekking trail gets even more exciting on our second day. On this day, you will be trekking through amazing villages, lush jungles, cascading waterfalls, and beautiful Bamboo forests.

In between Jhinu Danda and Bamboo village, there are two major villages of Annapurna. The Sinuwa village and Choomrong village are big villages where you will see beautiful houses, people wearing their traditional attire, people raring different cattle, and many others.

We will walk through the villages looking at how people live a basic way of life. Their tradition, culture, and hospitality are remarkable. The trail is a blend of natural and cultural amazement. Enjoying the peaceful trail and astonishing sceneries around, we will finally reach Bamboo.

Bamboo is a beautiful village where there are many teahouses and lodges. We will stay overnight in one of those. A relaxing sleep after a 6 hours walk in Bamboo village.

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Bamboo
  • Altitude: 2,310m | 7,579ft

After a nice breakfast at Bamboo, we will start to trek. Starting to trek from Bamboo, we will walk into a dense bamboo forest. This part of the trail going through the forest is damp and is cold as well. The trail is steep somewhere. We will walk through the ascending trail inside the forest.

As we reach closer to Himalaya, the dense forest gets thinner and opens up. We will finally see the warm morning sun smiling at us. From Himalaya, we will see a beautiful view of a glacial river down below.

From Himalaya, the trail becomes a bit tougher. The trail from Himalaya to Hinku cave is quite challenging. We will make a climb steeply through a beautiful forest. Unlike the previous bamboo forest, this forest is much drier. After a splendid walk through the amazing forest, we will reach Hinku Cave.

From Hinku cave, we will descend through the beautiful trail until we meet a river. We will cross the river over a bridge. The trail now ascends towards Deurali. The trail is peaceful. This is the most scenic part of the trekking trail from Bamboo to Deurali.

On climbing up, you will see how the number of vegetation lessens with altitude. Ascending through the trail, you will see the beautiful valley and the amazingly flowing river below. You will also see rocky cliffs above from where the water falling make small waterfalls.

Enjoying the cheerful trail and blissful moments, we will finally reach Deurali. Deurali is a tranquil village in Annapurna with many teahouses and lodges around. We will stay at one of those.

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Deurali
  • Altitude: 3,230m | 10,597ft

Today our finally destination of the trek, the day is here, we will be trekking to Annapurna Base Camp from Deurali. After having our breakfast in Deurali, we will set off on the trekking trail towards Annapurna Base Camp. We will walk uphill past the avalanche site. Here, the valley widens up exhibiting striking views of snowy peaks.

Today, since we are going towards higher altitudes, we must trek slow and steady. After a gradual climb to Machhapuchhre Base Camp, we will take a long break there. This break is for acclimatization. Today, you will be spending night at Annapurna Base Camp. Thus, you must acclimatize with the thin air at the Himalayas.

From Machhapuchre Base Camp, you will see astonishing views of Macchapuchre Himal, Mt. Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gandharvachuli and Gangapurna. Rejoicing the amazing views, we will start our one-hour climb towards Annapurna Base Camp.

On the way, you will see the beautiful Himalayas so close and so beautiful. Finally, after reaching Annapurna base camp, you will see the enthralling views of many Himalayas. Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Singu Chuli, Khangsar Kang, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli and Annapurna South. We will stay in a lodge at Annapurna Base Camp today.

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Annapurna Base Camp
  • Altitude: 4,130 m | 13,549ft

Today, we will see a beautiful sunrise view over the glistening peaks. The 360-degree aligned peaks look mesmerizing at the time of sunrise. All the peaks: Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Singu Chuli, Khangsar Kang, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli and Annapurna South looks majestic. The vista is out of the world.

After enjoying the view and having breakfast, we began to return through the same trail as we ascended. It is only a 6-hour hike down to reach Dovan. As it is relatively easier to go down, there shouldn't be a problem reaching Sinuwa from Annapurna Base Camp on the same day. However, some trekkers may experience shaking or wobbling legs while hiking down due to fatigue. So, we have chosen a shorter route for an easier descent.

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Dovan
  • Altitude: 2,500m | 8,202ft

From here a short steep up to Khuldi Ghar, then downhill to Sinuwa Danda, from here walk descends to Chomrong Khola. After the bridge, an uphill walk for less than an hour reaching Chomrong village for a rest stop lunch break. After Chomrong another half-hour to the top of Chomrong ridge, then, our route descends to Jhinu Danda, for an overnight stay, this place offers refreshing hot springs just a 20-minute walk downhill near Modi River.

  • Meals: B L D
  • Accommodation: Tea House
  • Location: Jhinu Danda
  • Altitude: 1,760 m | 5,774ft

Today will be last day of your trek. After a refreshing time at Jhinu downhill for an hour to Modi River with a gradual walk and short climb to reach the bottom of Gandruk Phedi about 2 hours trek then an approximately 3 hours drive to Pokhara transfer to your hotel. Our trek package completes at Pokhara. We hope, by then, you would have created precious memories of reaching Annapurna Base Camp with Nepal Spirit Adventure expertise staffs.

  • Meals: Breakfast + Lunch
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Cost Details

  • Daily 3 times hygienic meals:- 6 Breakfast, 7 Lunch and 6 Dinner.
  • Private transportation from Pokhara to Nayapul (trek start) and Ghandruk Phedi (trek end) to Pokhara.
  • Short Annapurna base camp trek route permit.
  • 6-night standard tea house (lodge) accommodation on trek.
  • Government-licensed native trek guide and 1 porter: 2 trekkers.
  • Trek guide and porter daily wages: melas, salary, insurance, lodging, and transportation.
  • Water purification tablets for safe drinking water.
  • Daily seasonal fruits.
  • Government local taxes, and official expenses.
  • First aid general medication box.
  • Rescue operation arrangements in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance).
  • Farewell dinner at Kathmandu after the trek ends.
  • ABC short trek equipment: Sleeping bag, down jacket, and duffel bag (return after trek).
  • Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Nepal visa.
  • Personal trek equipment.
  • Travel and trekking insurance (mandatory).
  • Daily personal trek expenses alcoholic/ noon alcoholic (shopping, snacks, boiled or bottled water hot drinks: - tea, coffee and cold drinks, hot shower, WI-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee, and extra porter).
  • Tipps for driver, guide, and porter.

Dates & Prices

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Useful Information

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek Package Difficulty, safety, equipment packing list, free airport pick up, food, lodge, Season, and more information

We at Nepal Spirit Adventure always highly take care of our clients for their comfort and safety are our prime priorities as much as providing you helpful information while you're booking the trek/ tour example: Accommodation, transportation, trek equipment, food, lodge in the trek and more please review in the following information for your happy trek to Annapurna Base Camp Short itinerary begins from beautiful lakeside Pokhara.

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek Packing List

While you book the trip with us, we would recommend the trek packing items that depending on the season, you need different gear and clothing for the short Annapurna Base Camp trek. However, here is a list of necessities we prepared for your comfort. We highly suggest that you bring the essentials. You can store unnecessary items for free at the Nepal Spirit Adventure store or Pokhara Hotel.

As per our booking terms and conditions, we provide one porter for every two trekkers and the luggage weight limit per trekker is between 10 – 12 kg. We recommend you partner with a fellow traveler and pack your things in a duffel bag provided by the company. Please kindly bring with you a regular backpack for your valuables and important documents you’ll carry along the trek to ABC.

Head:

  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Winter hat insulating hat or a wide-brimmed hat
  • Headlight with extra batteries

Face:

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses with UV protection
  • Face/body wipes

Hands:

  • Lightweight gloves
  • Heavyweight winter gloves

Body:

  • Hiking shirts
  • Long-sleeved shirt made of synthetic fiber
  • Hooded rain jacket
  • Fleece jacket
  • Lightweight cotton pants
  • T-Shirt (bring lightweight wool)
  • Polypropylene underwear
  • Down jacket (available for rent in Kathmandu)
  • Sweater
  • Waterproof jacket and pants

Footwear:

  • Hiking Boots
  • Thick wool socks (Take an extra pair of thick light socks)

Essential Gear:

  • Backpack or daypack (size depends on whether you take a porter or not)
  • Thermal bottle
  • Water purification
  • Trekking pole
  • Sleeping bag (-15 degree bag is best in the high altitude trek)
  • Toiletries (toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrush)

Personal Accessories:

  • Money
  • Watch
  • Cell phone
  • Camera
  • Chocolate bar/biscuit

Extra Items:

  • First aid kit
  • Extra passport photos and passport photocopies
  • Notebook and pen
  • Binoculars

 Food

Your trekking to Annapurna Base Camp is a high-altitude walk requiring plenty of healthful meals. You’ll get enough healthy, hygienic food during the trek, but options are limited compared to big cities. We select the best tea house (lodes) available on the trekking route for breakfast and dinner at the same lodge teahouses in different places along the trek, lunch will be provided en route every day. The trek package covered 6 breakfasts, 7 Lunch, and 6 dinners.

You’ll get a menu choice for ordering meals that includes traditional, Asian, and Western cuisine, but the menu gets shorter and shorter as we climb up the high point of the trek. We highly recommend you take (eat) fresh vegetables and liquids (green teal, lemon tea, hot lemon honey, ginger tea, and garlic soup at high altitudes. You’re in Nepal why not try our popular Nepali foods, like Dal (lentil), Bhat (rice), Tarkari (curry), Momo (dumplings), and Chow min (noodles)

Besides the Nepalese food, you’ll also get continental international food in the menu choice as well as plenty of non-veg items will be also available in the trekking region but we’ll not suggest them because the meat in such places may not be hygienic they will not kill any animal after the Chhumrong village. We highly encourage you to avoid dairy, alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items, and hot chocolates.

Your expenses: All personal bills such as alcoholic drinks and nonalcoholic drinks (tea, coffee), and cold drinks aren’t included in the package, please kindly take care of those bills yourself and all kinds of drinks are available along the Annapurna base Camp trek path.

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek Map


We have brought a simple but details map of the Short Annapurna Base Camp trek, it is the perfect guide while you’re in the trekking area.

A typical day of Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Every day hike of the trek you’ll get fresh walking experiences: Climbing thrills, spectacular landscape views, exploring traditional villages, and trekking into the Annapurna conservation area—our expertise and friendly guide/Sherpa will be sharing information and historical facts about the places as you trek and porters will carry your luggage.

Normally the day starts with a hot morning cup of tea/coffee. After breakfast, you set off on the day’s walk around 7 AM to 8 AM, depending on the duration and nature of the walk. You’ll walk (trek) for three to four hours before the lunch break, you’ll get rest for an hour or more during lunchtime (for example: ordering meals and eating). Generally, short hours walk after lunch approximately two to three hours! Once you reach our overnight lodge/tea house/tent, you can snack on the extra dietary food and utilize your free time to explore nearby places.

You’ll have your dinner at around 7 PM. After dinner, we indulge in friendly conversation. Your trek leader/guide will brief you about the next day’s plan. After this briefing, you can enjoy free hours for games like Monopoly, and cards to watch available mountaineering documentaries. Most foreigners learn a few Nepali words from our trek crew of reading books before heading to bed all depending on personal choice you may go bed.

Electricity and Drinking Water

Both are important for a successful trek: Electricity for the camera and mobile battery recharge are available at an extra cost. For drinking water, you can buy either packed mineral water from local lodges and en route shops or filled boiled water in your water bottle at an extra cost, river, tap, and spring water is free of cost but shouldn’t drink it because water might not be potable. We can provide you with a purification pill if required and 3-4 liters of water you need to drink every day.

Communication and Internet

This trekking tail isn’t like 15 years ago, a lot has happened and changed en route to Annapurna base camp the internet is available at lodges/hotels/tea houses for an additional cost. However, once we reach high altitudes, we’ll use phones for communication. The Nepal Spirit Adventure office will remain in contact with all its trek groups at least once a day through the team guide to ensure that how the trek is progressing as expected. You can buy a local SIM card in Kathmandu to communicate. However, depending on the kind of network you use, you might get signals, but they may not be strong enough at high altitudes. NTC and NCELL both SIM working along the trek.

Best season for the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek

The weather is the significant factor you need to consider for the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Trek to Annapurna in Nepal is possible throughout the year, but certain seasons are more favorable. If you want an easy trek, the spring and autumn seasons are for you as the skies are clear, temperatures are favorable, and views are breathtaking. Nepal Spirit Adventure behaviors Annapurna Base Camp trek throughout the year. Here is an insight into weather at high altitudes in the trekking regions based on seasons.

Spring season (March-May): Trekking in the Annapurna region at Annapurna base camp trek during spring (March-May) is favorable and attracts mountain lovers and travel enthusiasts from all over the world. In this season, temperatures are mild, the rainfall is low, and the trekking conditions are perfect. The mean daily temperature at the Annapurna Base Camp is between 10 to 0°C. Lower regions are warmer, which makes the trek more pleasurable. The trekking season begins after March. By April, the forests look spectacular with blooming red, pink, and white rhododendron flowers.

Annapurna Base Camp in summer (June - August): The summer spans from June to August in Nepal but coincides with the monsoon. The temperatures can be quite high. However, the trails may be wet and slippery. Monsoon generally begins at the end of June and continues to the second week of August. The temperatures during these days range from 10°C to 23°C. The nights are cooler at around 5°C to 10°C. Normally, the mornings are clear, but clouds start building in the afternoon and disappear at night. Various plants bloom during this season, making the valleys look greener.

Annapurna Base Camp in autumn (September - November): Autumn is a perfect season for the Short Annapurna Base Camp trek. Moderate temperatures, mild wind, and low precipitation during this season provide favorable trekking conditions. In autumn, the sun shines brightly, the skies are clear, and you get a superb view of the mountains. The nights are clear, as well, allowing you an undisturbed view of starry skies. The monsoons will be over by early September, and the days are mild to warm. Daytime temperatures can reach up to 20°C in high altitudes. The nights are cooler at around 5°C. The greens that grew during the monsoon fade to golden/amber providing a spectacular contrast against the crystal blue skies. During this season, you will find the grains ripening in the terraced fields. The environment is clean, and the lowlands are lush. The biggest Nepali festivals - Dashain & Tihar - add a festive mood to the entire region.

Winter season (December - February): Winter treks to Annapurna Base Camp are less popular than spring or autumn treks. The trekking regions are cold, but it excites a different breed of trekkers looking for challenges. The temperature at Annapurna Base Camp can get as low as -10°C. The coldest time lasts from late December to early February. After late February, the weather gradually warms and reaches around -5°C at high altitudes. Daytime is pleasantly warm with sunshine. Despite being cold, the skies are usually clear, and snow-capped mountains look their best during winter. Winter is also the season when the trails are least busy. Though we do not recommend trek beginners for a winter trek to Annapurna Base Camp, seasoned trekkers can complete the trek without any problem. The weather in the Himalayas is random and changes very quickly.

Free Arrival Pick-Up Service from Kathmandu International Airport

We are pleased to offer you free transportation from Tribhuvan International Airport pick-up service for trekkers who have booked treks/ climbing/tours with us. Upon your arrival, Nepal Spirit Adventure’s airport representative holding a pamphlet with your name will greet you at the airport and then take you to your hotel in a private vehicle. We provide this service to ensure you do not face any difficulties in a foreign country.