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Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek /Short ABC Trek | 7 Days ABC Short Trek 2025

  • Duration 8
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Starts at Kathmandu
  • Ends at kathmandu
  • Meals Tea House
  • Accommodation Tea House
  • Max. Altitude 4100m
  • Activity Trekking , Hiking & Exploring
  • Group Type Private
  • Group Size 1+
  • Best Season Spring / Autumn / Winter / Mansoon
Highlights
  • Walk to the foot of the massive Annapurna ranges at the height of 4131 meters
  • Explore two base camps in a single trip ie. Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3750 meters) and Annapurna Base Camp (4131 meters)
  • Explore the exotic villages of Chhomrong Village, Kimrung Khola Village and Sinuwa
  • Catch the spectacular views of Annapurna ranges, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli, GangaPurna, and many other  beautiful mountain and peaks
  • Get to know about the typical lifestyles of the Gurung people en route to the Annapurna  Base Camp
  • Dive into the hot water spring in Jhinu Danda
  • Walk past the cascading Modi Khola and different waterfalls
  • Explore diverse flora and fauna in the lush forests of rhododendrons and oaks
  • Hear the sweet melodies of different birds and walk in the path led by millions of butterflies

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek /Short ABC Trek | 7 Days ABC Short Trek 2025 Overview

This trekking is famous fortrekkers Annapurna regions. The principal peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna, Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare, are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheater at the center. From this glacier basin, known as the Annapurna Sanctuary, the Modi Khola knifes its way south in a narrow gorge fully 12,000 ft. deep. Further south, the gorge opens up into a wide and fertile valley, the domain of the Gurungs. The middle and upper portions of Modi Khola offer some ofthe best short trekking routes in Nepal, and the valley is located so that these treks can be easily combined with treks into the Kali Gandaki region to the west.

 
The Short Annapurna Base Camp trek leads to a natural amphitheater that is used as the base camp from which climbers start on their way to conquer the Annapurna Mountaintop. The mountain reaches 8091 meters above sea level, and the base camp’s altitude is 4130 meters above sea level
What is the shortest trek to Annapurna Base Camp?
Alternative itinerary via Ghandruk or Markyu village near Jhinudanda starting trek to Markyu village and drive to Pokhara. Caution: This trek is the shortest version of Annapurna Base Camp Trekking,( Annapurna Annapurna Sanctuary Trek) you will reach an altitude of 13546 feet in just 3 days, and the highest place you will sleep is at 3700 meters (12136 feet) at Machhapuchhre Base Camp or Stay at ABC 4130m

What is the easiest trek in Annapurna?

The Poon Hill-Ghorepani Trek is one of the best Annapurna short trekking options in Annapurna regions. It’s actually known as an ‘easy’ option in the Annapurnas, but that isn’t necessarily true. There are some steep ascents, including a pre-dawn climb to the top of Poon Hill for a sunrise view.

Is Annapurna Base Camp harder than Everest?
Everest Base Camp is a bit harder and more higher than Annapurna Base camp trek, for a couple of reasons: Firstly, the average altitude is lower, which makes trekking a bit easier

Which month is best for Annapurna base camp trek in Nepal ?

The best months to trek to Annapurna base camp are pre-monsoon are February, March, April and May. If you are set on trekking post monsoon, we high recommend trekking in begging September, October, November and until 15th December, furthermore early .

Day to Day Itinerary
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Altitude Chart

Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

Cost Includes
  • Airport and hotel transfers as per itinerary in private vehicle
  • All accommodations and meals during the trek ( including B,L,D)
  • Professionally trained and highly experienced English speaking trekking guide, assistant trekking guide and porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers) along with their salary, lodging, food and insurance
  • Trekking permits / Annapurna conservation area fees
  • Trekking gears like sleeping bag and down jacket made available or rent ( Nepal guide info teams ) helping a rent in Kathmandu or Pokhara
  • First aid medical kit
  • All government taxes & office service charge
Cost Excludes
  • Nepal visa arrangement (more on Nepal Visa Information)
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Extra night accommodation and meal costs in Kathmandu due to any change in scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • All kind of drinks (alcoholic, hot, or cold)
  • Personal expenses such as phone calls, bar bills, laundry, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, hot shower, extra porters, etc)
  • Tips for guides and porters (tip is expected but not mandatory)
Departure Dates
  • We have daily departures for this trip from beginning March to May and from frist -September to mid-December. You can type in the number of passengers to book a reservation and select a date that is convenient for you. Due to group size, we never cancel a trip once you’ve made a reservation. If you would rather join the group, we will add more travelers on the selected date. You can let us know once you make a reservation or earlier.
Useful Info

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 7 & 8 Days Equipment’s List : 2025/2026

  • Jeans or slacks
  • Towel and toilet kit
  • Underwear
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Sleeping bag, warm to 20 degrees F, either down or fibrefill (or you can rent one in Kathmandu)
  • Parka, down or fibre fill; a ski jacket is ok
  • Sweater, wool shirt or acrylic pile jacket
  • Duffel bag, canvas or nylon, without a frame (for porters to carry)
  • Daypack or rucksack, waterproof, for you to carry
  • Water bottle 1 liter or 1 quart; be sure that it does not leak
  • Flashlight
  • Walking Boot
FAQs
    • A short ABC trek typically takes around 7-10 days, depending on your starting point and the pace of your trek.

    • The short ABC trek often starts from Nayapul or Phedi, which are easily accessible from Pokhara. These starting points allow for a shorter trekking duration compared to starting from other points.

    • The best time to trek to ABC is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons when the weather is generally clear, and the views are spectacular. These months also offer comfortable trekking temperatures.

    • While the short ABC trek does not involve extreme altitudes, some trekkers may experience mild altitude sickness symptoms. It’s important to acclimatize properly, stay hydrated, and listen to your body’s signals.

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