- Length
- 5 days
- Highest point
- 4,130 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best months
- Oct–Nov, Mar–May
- Starts
- Jhinu Danda / Pokhara
- Group size
- 2–12 People
- Sleeping
- Tea House
Five hard days to Annapurna Base Camp and back — built for trekkers who are genuinely fit, short on time, and ready to earn every metre of altitude.
- Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) in just 5 days — fastest responsible ABC itinerary
- Full 360° Sanctuary experience: Annapurna I, Machapuchare, Hiunchuli circle you
- Chhomrong gateway village and rhododendron forest approach through the Modi Khola
- Machapuchare Base Camp (3,700 m) reached on day 2 ascent
- Best option for trekkers with 1 week in Nepal who want to reach a real base camp
The climb, day by day
Day 1Drive Pokhara → Nayapul · Trek to Jhinu Danda (1,760 m)1,760 m
Early morning drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1,070 m), the starting point of the classic Annapurna trail. Begin trekking through Modi Khola valley, passing the riverside village of Syauli Bazaar and climbing steadily through subtropical forest to reach Jhinu Danda. The natural hot springs here are a perfect reward after the first day on trail.
- Distance
- 14 km
- Walking
- 4–5 hours
- Meals
- B, L, D
- Night
- Tea House
Day 2Jhinu Danda → Bamboo (2,310 m)2,310 m
Trek uphill through dense rhododendron and bamboo forest, following the Modi Khola gorge northward. Pass through Chomrong Khola bridge and the small settlement of Kuldi before reaching the lush, cool campsite at Bamboo. The forest becomes progressively thicker and more dramatic as you gain altitude.
- Distance
- 10 km
- Walking
- 5–6 hours
- Meals
- B, L, D
- Night
- Tea House
Day 3Bamboo → Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m) → Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)4,130 m
An exhilarating double-stage day. From Bamboo climb through Dovan and Himalaya to reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) for lunch. The iconic fishtail peak towers overhead. After acclimatising at MBC, continue 90 minutes to Annapurna Base Camp, set in a natural amphitheatre ringed by Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna and Machhapuchhre. Sunset on the peaks is unforgettable.
- Distance
- 14 km
- Walking
- 6–7 hours
- Meals
- B, L, D
- Night
- Tea House
Day 4ABC → Jhinu Danda (1,760 m)1,760 m
Early morning sunrise views over the Annapurna Sanctuary before descending the full length of the Modi Khola valley in one long day. Retrace the route through MBC, Bamboo, and Kuldi, dropping back to warm Jhinu Danda. Relax in the natural hot springs in the evening to soothe tired muscles.
- Distance
- 22 km
- Walking
- 7–8 hours
- Meals
- B, L, D
- Night
- Tea House
Day 5Jhinu Danda → Nayapul · Drive to Pokhara827 m
Final short morning trek down through terraced fields and river valleys to Nayapul. Board a private vehicle and enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive back to Pokhara lakeside, arriving in time for a celebratory lunch and afternoon at leisure on Phewa Lake.
- Distance
- 9 km
- Walking
- 2–3 hours
- Meals
- B
- Night
- Hotel
The price includes
- Government-registered English-speaking guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- ACAP permit and TIMS card
- Pokhara–Nayapul private jeep and return jeep
- All teahouse accommodation on trek
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- All government taxes and service charges
You pay separately
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance with emergency evacuation
- Meals not listed in daily itinerary
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Tips for guides and porters
- Beverages, hot showers, and battery charging at teahouses (payable direct)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Any costs arising from illness, injury, or early departure
Trip Highlights: (whole trek )
– Scenic Drive: Start with a picturesque mountain road drive from Pokhara to Samrong (Jhinu Danda).
– Lush Forest Trails: Trek through dense bamboo, rhododendron, and oak forests and floras .
– Cultural Experience: Pass through traditional Gurung and Magar villages, experiencing local culture and organic food.
– Stunning Views: Enjoy panoramic vistas of Annapurna, Machapuchare (Fishtail), Hiunchuli, and Gangapurna and more
– Annapurna Base Camp (ABC): Reach the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary surrounded by towering peaks.
– Natural Hot Springs: Relax in the natural hot springs at Jhinu Danda on your way back.
– Diverse Landscapes: Experience varied terrain, including rivers, waterfalls, terraced fields, local farming and alpine meadows.
– Short but Rewarding: Ideal for well fitness trekkers with limited time seeking a condensed adventure with maximum impact, ABC itself a brand trek destination for trek lover around the world, feel like yourself inside a Himalaya.Outline itianary
| Day | Stop overnight | Trek Lenth/Distance | Accommodation | Remarks |
| 1st day | Chhomrong or Sinuwa 2170m/7119ft | Drive 3 hrs Trek 6km (3.72miles) Time- approx. 2 hours | Local guest house | Uphill step trek |
| 2nd day | Deurali 3200 m/(10498 nft) | Trek 15km (9 miles) Time -approx.5 hours | Local guest house | Downhill / Uphill trek |
| 3rd day | ABC (4,130 m / 13,550 ft) | 7 kilometers (4.3 miles).Time -approx. 5 hours | Local guest house | Uphill trek/High-altitude |
| 4th day | Bomboo 4,130 m (13,550 ft) | Trek 15 km (8.90 miles) Time -approx. 4.5 hours . | Local guest house | Downhill trek |
| 5th day | Jhinudada 1780m/5840ft) Drive back to Pokhara | Trek 9.5 km (5.9 miles) Time -approx. 4 hrs drive 3 hrs | Local guest house | Downhill /uphill trek |
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