North Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 11 Days

Upon arrival at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport (1,350m), Lhasso Adventure representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, take some time to rest, freshen up, and enjoy a meal. In the evening, our knowledgeable guides will provide a briefing on the journey ahead, followed by team introductions and discussions. Later, we’ll head out for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant to experience authentic Nepali cuisine.

Morning depart from Kathmandu for an interesting drive to scenic Pokhara, leading you on Nepal’s most busy highway with views of high mountains and green landscapes as drive heads encounter towns and farm villages and then reaching Pokhara after 6-7 hours of exciting overland driving at Pokhara hotels located near Phewa Lake.

Pokhara, a beautiful, renowned touristic city blessed with natural beauty, is placed on the laps of the massive Annapurna Himalaya with the magnificent Machhapuchchhre Himal ‘Fish Tail’, a virgin and unclimbed peaks of the Himalaya.

Besides mountains and rolling green hills, the calm lakes of Phewa and Begnas are where most of the good hotels and international-standard restaurants are located.
(For the flight option, it takes 25 to 35 minutes from Kathmandu to Pokhara.)

The journey begins with a scenic 5–6 hour drive from Pokhara to Tatopani, covering 120 km through lush hills, terraced farms, and traditional villages with views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Tatopani, known for its hot springs, is an ideal spot to relax before trekking.

The 3–4 hour trek to Upper Narchyang passes rhododendron forests, waterfalls, and welcoming villages, offering stunning views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri. Upper Narchyang, home to the Magar and Gurung communities, features rich culture, traditional lifestyles, and ancient monasteries amidst breathtaking Himalayan vistas.

Upper Narchyang is the last point where you can find accommodation before heading toward Chhotepa. After breakfast, you’ll embark on a challenging trek along rugged mountain paths with slick grassy areas and stone steps. The 4–5 hour journey takes you through terraced fields, traditional villages, and dense forests while crossing Lekhgaun, Ghalemdi, and the Mristi Khola to reach the Chhotepa campground. As you descend gradually from the higher altitudes of Upper Narchyang to the lower terrain of Chhotepa, you’ll be treated to stunning mountain views, lush greenery, and the rich cultural experiences of the Magar and Gurung communities. Proper acclimatization is essential to navigate the rough trail and avoid altitude sickness, with an overnight stay planned at a tented camp amidst the serene surroundings.

You will begin your journey toward Sandhi Kharka after finishing your breakfast at Chhotepa. The distance of nine kilometers will take you six to seven hours to walk. This hike will be fantastic because it will take you past stunning waterfalls and streams on your way to Sandhi Kharka. You will trek through the charming community of Humkhola, another amazing destination in North ABC Trek journey. At Sandhi Kharka, you will spend the night in a tented camp.

The most anticipated day of your entire North ABC Trek adventure is today since you will reach North Base Camp. The trip from Sandhi Kharka to Annapurna North Base Camp will be both amazing yet challenging. To get to the base camp campsite, you will need to trek uphill for almost a kilometer.

You will hike 10 kilometers in 7 to 8 hours to reach North Base Camp, where you will be able to take in the breathtaking mountain scenery. Finding the ideal campsite in the northern Annapurna foothills will be aided by a knowledgeable guide from Green Valley Nepal Treks. At the Annapurna’s north base camp, you will spend the night in a tented camp.

After a restful night at ANBC, we’ll rise early to witness the breathtaking sunrise as it gently illuminates the snow-covered peaks. We’ll take a leisurely stroll around the base camp, soaking in the surrounding beauty. After breakfast, we’ll begin our trek toward Chhote Pa, a journey that will take approximately 7-8 hours. While this is the longest stretch of the trip, it is relatively easier compared to previous days.

Our route will take us through icy, narrow, and rugged paths, rockfalls, and log bridges, eventually leading us through forests, grasslands, and rolling green hills. We’ll set up camp in Chhote Pa at 2,455 meters, which will be the final campsite of our adventure.

After having breakfast in Chhote Pa, we will forward close to ending our trip. The trek from Chhote Pa to Tatopani is a total of 6/7 hours but this time we will be trekking through villages and farms. Green Valleys with a diverse culture of the locals will start to appear.

We will spend the night in a comfortable guesthouse in Tatopani and will recover our bodies from all the trekking and camping in the natural hot spring.

After strolling around Tatopani and enjoying the local breakfast, we will head towards Pokhara by late morning.

Morning transfer either by car or coach as well as taking a tourist bus (depending on the group size), where an interesting overland journey brings you back to Kathmandu with scenic views of mountains, green scenery of hills, and farm fields within nice villages and towns as the drive  leads into the hustle and bustle of the of the city life of Kathmandu.

On reaching Kathmandu, transfer to your respective hotels with time for individual activities and shopping for souvenirs.
(For the flight option, it takes 25 to 35minutes from Pokhara to Kathmandu.)

On your final day in Nepal, following an amazing experience and adventure at North Annapurna Base Camp with excellent service from Lhasso Adventure, transfer to Kathmandu International Airport in accordance with your international flight to return home or to your respective destinations.