Rapid Annapurna Base Camp Trek

This 10 day Annapurna Base Camp Trek is ideal for those who are pushed for time and yet still want to experience the incredible Annapurna Conservation Area scenery and witness the intriguing lifestyles of the Gurung culture and villages in this region. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC) (4130m) is commonly referred to as the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek. This trek offers “in your face” views of massive mountain ranges and peaks, including Hiunchuli, Machapuchare (Fishtail) and Annapurna South.

The best time for this trek is in spring when the rhododendron forests (Nepal’s national flower) are come into flower (red, pink & white). However, this trek can be taken at any time of the year. Some of the  peaks you will see while on the trail are: Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Mt. Manaslu (8163 m), Mt. Annapurna II (7937 m.), Mt. Annapurna III (7555m), Mt. Annapurna IV (7525m), Mt. Annapurna south (7219m), Tharpu Chuli (5663m), Singu Chuli (6501m), Mt. Nilgiri (7041m), Mt. Machapuchare (6998m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6986m) and Tukuche Peak (6920m). This region is recognized for its Tibetan Buddhist presence that is noticeable by the many chortens (Buddhist stone monuments), and colorful Tibetan prayer flags prominent along the trail. You will see yaks grazing, trek through bamboo forests and observe the distinctive Tibetan style architecture in the villages we pass through.

Your amazing adventure begins at Kathmandu from where you will travel by bus to Pokhara and on then to Nayapul (1050m) where we begin our trek with the Modi Khola River immediately below us and terraced rice fields above us. The next village we come to is Chomrong (2170m). The next day we follow the trail as it heads to the Himalaya Lodge at Ghandruk where we will have time to explore this mountainous town and learn about their unique Buddhist culture.

Sherpa Expedition Teams has an excellent reputation for taking care of its clients. We will attend to all permits (required in this region), accommodation and meals on the trek to ABC.