Faqs Annapurna Base Camp Budget Trek 8 Days

The Annapurna Base Camp trek typically takes around 7 to 12 days to complete. The real trekking days are 5, to go to Annapurna Base Camp and walk down to Jhinu Danda. One requires 3 days to ascend Annapurna Base Camp (4160m) and 2 days to walk down to Jhinu danda, where hot spring is located. It takes 2 days to go Pokhara and come back to Kathmandu and two more days for arrival in Kathmandu and departure homewards . If you want to skip one day rest in Pokhara after you drive back from Jhinu Danda, you can do Annapurna Base Camp Trek in 8 days. Even some people do Annapurna Base Camp Trek in 7 days by directly flying to Pokhara from Kathmandu and flying back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. So, one who is planning or doing ABC Trek at least requires one week time to spend in Nepal for a successful accomplishment of Annapurna Base Camp Hike. 

Yes, trekking to Annapurna Base Camp(4160m) is generally safe, but like any outdoor adventure, it comes with inherent risks. Adequate preparation, including physical fitness, proper gear, and knowledge of the route and weather conditions, can minimize these risks. It's essential to follow safety guidelines, such as acclimatizing to altitude, staying hydrated, and being aware of potential hazards like avalanches or altitude sickness. Additionally, trekking with a reputable guide or group can enhance safety by providing support and local knowledge. Overall, with proper precautions, Annapurna Base Camp trekking can be a rewarding and safe experience. There is rare threats of altitude sickness and other natural threats like avalanches and landslides along the trail. Therefore, it is considered to be safe to trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4160m).

The best months for the Annapurna Base Camp trek is generally considered to be September, October and November, as well as March, April and May. During these months, the weather is typically clear, with mild temperatures and minimal rainfall, offering optimal trekking conditions and stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

The months of Sept. Oct and Nov are Autumn season of the year and the months of Mar. Apr and May are Spring. both Autumn and Spring are considered to be the finest seasons of the year for Annapurna Base Camp Trek with stunning mountain views and pleasant weather condition. 

The months of Springs have wide species of flowering and non-flowering plants including beautifully bloomed rhododendron, natural water falls and diverse species of wildlife in Annapurna Conservation Area and the autumn has the the most rewarding and favorable weather of the year to enhance the quality of trekking trip with delightful sunshine and astonishing mountains views. Even the major festival of Hindus in Nepal Tihar  and Dashain fall in Autumn and you can have beautiful experiences and memories of celebrations with local people if you plan your ABC Trek in Spring seasons in the months of Sep, Oct or Nov. 

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek with maximum altitude 4160m is suitable for beginners with a moderate level of fitness. While it involves some uphill climbs and rugged terrain, it doesn't require technical mountaineering skills. With proper preparation, gradual acclimatization, and a reasonable pace, beginners can successfully complete the trek and enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way.

Majority of fresher or beginners do ABC Trek via Ghorepani Poonhill (3200m). This  way, the trekkers can test their stamina by ascending Poonhill( 3200m) before heading Annapurna Base Camp (4160m). They will properly acclimatize their body with new gained elevation at Poonhill and then finally they trek to Annapurna Base Camp via Deurali and Machhapuchhre Base Camp( 3700m). 

The beginners with basic skills of hiking or trekking with good level preparations can easily conquer over Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The ABC Trek doesn't really demand  any kind of technical skills of trekking and climbing. However, pack right and reliable trekking gears and accompany with professional and highly experienced trekking leader. 

TIMS Card ( Trekking Information Management System Card) and Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit are the two mandatory trekking permits for Annapurna Base Camp. The trekkers can get these Annapurna Base Camp Trek Permits through their trekking partner located in Nepal. Once you provide the scanned copy of your passport and passport sized photographs, they will get it for you beforehand the trek begins. If you are planning your Base Camp Annapurna independently, you can apply the trekking permits online or you can directly visit the office of Nepal Tourist Boar located in Bhrikutimandap Kathmandu. Within half an hour, you will be able to get these two types trekking permits for ABC Trek, TIMS Card and ACAP. For this, one should at least arrive a day earlier in Kathmandu and proceed for it. The best way of getting trekking permits for trek to ABC is through the trekking agent you are using for your trip to Annapurna. 

The best and most reliable way of getting trekking permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is through the trekking company you are using for your ABC Trek. Once you book your ABC Trip, they will ask you to send your scanned copy of passport and passport sized photographs. After you send the required documents, they will get it prepared for you before you depart for the trek to Annapurna Base Camp. 

Optionally, you can apply for your Annapurna Base Camp Trek Permits via online. For this, you need to visit the official site of Nepal Tourism Board and fill all required information and apply for it. Those who plan their Annapurna Base Camp Trek independently, they can visit the Nepal Tourism Board Office physically and get the trekking permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek which are TIMS Card and Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit. Even, every trekking company and travel agent located in Thamel or in Kathmandu can get the required trekking permits for ABC Trek for you comfortably with some extra charge. 

One can get sharing or private jeep for Jhinu Danda from Pokhara. Also, the trekkers can use public bus drive to get Jhinu Danda from Pokhara. It takes 3 hours to get Jhinu Danda from Pokhara by jeep drive. The bus drive may take longer hours like 4-5 hours to go to Jhinu Danda from Pokhara. 

If you are trekking to ABC via Poonhill, you don’t have any other options except four-wheel jeep ride to Ulleri/Banthanti from Pokhara. There is public buses and can go by private Jeep to Ulleri/ Banthanti from Pokhara too.