Destination	Nepal
Accomodation	Hotel / Lodge / Tea House during the trek
Region	Trekking
Distance	168 KM from Kathmandu
Start / End Point	Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Duration	5 Days
Max. Altitude	13,551 ft
Meals	All meals ( Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Group Size	2-30
Nature Of Trek	Lodge to Lodge Trekking
Best Season	Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Sept, Oct, Nov and Dec
Trip Code	ASATK01
Activity Per Day	Approximately 4-6 hr walking
Transportation	Kathmandu-Pokhara-Samrung -pokhara-Kathmandu
Grade	Moderate

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek – 5 Days Brief Insight

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the most favorable trek for physically fit persons with limited time who want to enjoy the world-famous Annapurna trek region, including stunning landscapes, traditional villages, and several climatic regions.

                  
                    Highlights of Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek – 5 Days in Nepal
                
Reach Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m)
A captivating Annapurna Massif mountain view
Traditional Tamang and Gurung villages
The Annapurna Sanctuary
Views of the glorious Himalayas, including Mt. Macchapuchre, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Mt. Hiunchuli, and others.
Short but rewarding trek

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek – 5 Days Experience with DWT

Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek – 5 Days Itinerary

Day 01

From Pokhara (850m) drive to Samrung ( 1,613m) and trek to Sinuwa (2,340m/ 7,677ft)

Driving Hours	4 hours/ 55km
Trek Distance	4 hours/3km

After an early morning breakfast in Pokhara, we will head to Samrung via the picturesque Gurung village of Ghandruk. The journey will take around four hours. From Samrung, the trek begins, and trekking is very easy until Jhinu Danda, but the hike from Jhinu Danda to Chomrong is quite demanding. From Chomrong, you will continue ahead, and after crossing a steel suspension bridge, you will reach Sinuwa. The whole trek will last for about four hours.

Overnight stay at Sinuwa Guest House

Included standard meal (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 02

Trek from Sinuwa (2,340m/ 7,677ft) to Deurali (3,174m/10,413ft)

Trek Distance	4km/ 8.6miles/7 hours

We leave Sinuwa after breakfast, aiming for Deurali. On the way, you will hike across Bamboo arriving at Dovan first, then Himalaya, and finally Deurali. As you trek forward, you will witness Annapurna mountain approaching nearer and nearer.

Overnight stay at Sangrila Hotel

Included standard meal (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

AP (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 03

Trek from Deurali (3,174m/10,413ft) to ABC (4,130m/13,550ft) via MBC (3,700m/12,140ft)

Trek Distance	7.7 km / 4.7miles/ 5 hours

On this day, you will reach the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) while hiking past the Macchapuchhare Base Camp (MBC). However, the day starts from Deurali, and you will elevate constantly – firstly reaching Bagar and then Machhapuchhare Base Camp (MBC). After MBC, you will enter the Annapurna Sanctuary, and after hiking for a few more hours, you will reach Annapurna base Camp. The panoramic view of Annapurna range from Annapurna Base Camp looks mind-blowing. You will be spending the night at ABC.

Overnight stay at Hotel Paradise Garden Guest House

Included standard meal (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

AP (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 04

Trek from ABC (4,130m/13,550ft) to Sinuwa (2,360m/7,742ft)

Trek Distance	15 km/ 9 hours

You will wake up early at ABC to see the drawn breaking at Annapurna ranges. If you love photography, it is a perfect chance to capture this beautiful moment with your lens. After breakfast, you will retrace your steps to Sinuwa, passing Machhapuchhare Base Camp on the way. The path is downhill, so the trek should be easy.

Overnight stay at a Sinuwa Guest House

(Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

AP (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 05

Trek from Sinuwa (2,360m/7,742ft) to Samrung and drive to Pokhara (850m)

Driving Hours	4 hours/ 55km
Trek Distance	3km/ 1 hour

It will be your last day on the trails. You will start descending through the same path that took you to Annapurna Base Camp to reach Samrung. From Samrung, we will drive you to Pokhara. Your trek ends in Pokhara. Pokhara is also known as the tourist capital of Nepal, and you have plenty of ways to spend your day here.

Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch)

AP (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

What is included in Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek – 5 Days Package?

Accommodations: 4 nights in trek regions Sinuwa (2N), Deurali, Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), (Generally, twin sharing room)
Transport from Pokhara to Samrung (journey start) and Samrung to Pokhara (trek end)
All standard meals (5 Lunches, 4 Dinners, and 5 Breakfasts) during the trek
Government-licensed English Speaking trek leader/guide and porters to help trekkers with luggage. (1 porter for every 2 trekkers). Per trekker weight limit is 18 kg
Guides and porters’ costs (their salary, lodging, meals, insurance, transportation, and other necessary equipment)
Snacks (cookies) and seasonal fresh fruits every day
All government, local taxes, and official expenses
Water purification tablets for safe drinking water
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee
Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee
Rescue operation arrangements in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance)
Souvenir – company’s T-shirt & cap
Discovery World Trekking certificate of appreciation after the successful trek
Farewell dinner at Kathmandu after the trek

What is Excluded?

International flight airfare
Nepal entry visa fees on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-USD 50 for a 30-day stay
Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory
Excess luggage charges (limit is 9kg per trekker), one porter for every two trekkers
All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the journey
Lunch and dinner in Pokhara
Extra night accommodations, meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara due to early arrival or late departure, or early return from the trek
Personal expenses (boiled/bottled water, hot (tea, coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee), extra porters, shopping, snacks, etc
Personal clothing and gear
Tips for guides and porters
Additional costs or delays caused due to circumstances beyond our control, for example, bad weather conditions, landslides, itinerary modification due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes, etc
All costs and expenses not listed in the “cost includes” section above