The Annapurna Base Camp walk, also known as the Annapurna Sanctuary trek, is one of Nepal’s most popular treks, famed for its unique Gurung culture, Himalayan panoramas, and rich flora and wildlife. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the rare treks in Nepal that takes you so near to the base camp of an 8000 metre or higher summit in such a short amount of time. The ABC trip takes 7 to 14 days to accomplish, depending on the route and daily walking hour.
The ABC Trek is one of Nepal’s most popular hikes, leading you from lush green valleys to the Annapurna Basecamp, where you’ll be surrounded by some of the Himalayas’ tallest peaks.
Also See: Brahmatal Trek
Depending on your speed and where you begin, it can take anywhere from 7 to 11 days. The views are quite breathtaking, so it’s well worth the effort.
While you can make the journey as part of a group or with the assistance of a locally hired guide or porter, you can also do it alone or even solo.
When trekking in Nepal, it is fairly customary to hire guides or porters (people who can carry your luggage).
This may seem a little excessive, especially if you’re a competent walker, but it helps the local economy tremendously and can make hiking more fun. Hiring guides or porters is frequently encouraged, and no one looks down on you if you do so.
The finest seasons to trek Nepal are fall (September – November) and spring (March – May) (March – May). Both seasons are suggested as the greatest trekking seasons in Nepal because you will get the most out of your journey in terms of picturesque vistas, avoidance of heavy rain, warm days, and the best weather. Also explore about Kheerganga Trek and Laka Glacier Trek .
Seasonal Guide:
October to November
The peak trekking season in Nepal is from October through November. It’s the period following the rainy season, when everything is renewed, clean, and vibrant. Even over 3,00m, the temperature is mild, and the views of the Alps are usually spectacular and clear. Even when the temperature drops below zero, the night sky is still lit up by a billion stars. It is the busiest season on the Annapurna circuit due to its popularity, so book a teahouse ahead of time.
December – February
This is a fantastic time to visit the Himalayas if you don’t like the cold. The temperature is cold throughout the day, and depending on height, it can drop below zero. Thorong La Pass, at over 5,000 feet, is frequently blanketed with snow and will close for days at a time. If you don’t mind the cold, we recommend combining the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with the Annapurna Base Camp Trek in the winter.
March to May
The Annapurna region’s second most popular trekking season is from March to May. The snow and clouds had disappeared by April, leaving the views perfectly clear. During May, a weird fog rises over the ring of peaks, but as you climb higher, the vista becomes crystal clear.
July to September
In the Annapurna region, the monsoon season runs from July through August. It is ideal for passionate botanists who want to learn more about the Annapurna region’s unique flower species. Monsoon trekking is less busy, making it ideal for those looking for some alone time with nature. Upper Mustang Trek is one of Annapurna’s top monsoon hikes.
