Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Moderate. Five to six hours of walking a day on hilly ground, several days in a row. Regular hill walks or stair work for a few months beforehand is ideal.

Its season is February to May and September to December. Outside those months the route is usually shut by snow, cloud or monsoon rain, and we will say so rather than sell it.

On fixed group departures: Prices and dates lists every upcoming date with its places left and price. If none suits you, ask us and we will tell you when the next one runs.

From US$965 per person, twin share, on the Budget standard; Regular from US$1,140, Premium from US$1,545. You choose the standard when you book a departure in Prices and dates. Permits, your guide and porters, and meals and lodging on the trek are included; What's included has the full list.

The route tops out at 4,130 m. We gain height gradually, and your guide checks on everyone every day above 3,000 m. At any sign of altitude sickness we go down, and a rescue is arranged if it is needed. Turning around for safety is never a failed trip.

Your policy must cover trekking to 4,130 m, including emergency helicopter evacuation. We ask to see it before you set off.

Yes. We run a private trip for one, priced on request because the guide and porter are yours alone. Or join a fixed group departure. A room of your own is possible, subject to lodge space higher up.

Pick a start date in Prices and dates and press Continue booking, or message us on WhatsApp. We reply with the day-by-day plan and an exact price, usually within a day, and take no payment until you confirm.