6-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara
Day 1: Scenic Drive from Pokhara (822 m / 2,696 ft) to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m / 5,839 ft) and Trek to Chomrong (2,170 m / 7,119 ft)
A representative from Marvel Treks will pick you up from your hotel in Pokhara and drive you to Jhinu Danda, which takes approximately 2.5 hours. Upon arrival, you will take a short rest and enjoy lunch.
After lunch, you will begin your trek toward Chomrong, one of the largest Gurung villages in the Annapurna region. The trail involves ascending stone staircases while passing through terraced farmlands, lush vegetation, and traditional settlements. This section of the trek serves as a good warm-up for the days ahead.
Accommodation: Tea House
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Trekking Duration: 2-3 hours
Distance: 5 km / 3 miles
Day 2: Trek from Chomrong (2,170 m / 7,119 ft) to Dovan (2,600 m / 8,530 ft)
After breakfast at Chomrong, the trek begins with a descent to the Chomrong Khola, followed by crossing a suspension bridge. You will then ascend steadily to Sinuwa, passing through forested trails.
From Sinuwa, the trail continues through dense bamboo and rhododendron forests via Khuldighar, reaching Bamboo. After a short descent, you will arrive at Dovan, located at the bottom of a gorge.
Accommodation: Tea House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trekking Duration: 6-7 hours
Distance: 8.6 km / 5 miles
Day 3: Trek from Dovan (2,600 m / 8,530 ft) to Deurali (3,230 m / 10,597 ft)
Today's trek gradually ascends deeper into the Annapurna Sanctuary. You will walk quietly toward Himalaya, as loud noises are prohibited due to a nearby sacred site.
The trail passes through bamboo groves, rhododendron forests, waterfalls, and glacial streams. After crossing Hinku Cave, you will descend briefly to a river before climbing uphill to reach Deurali, your destination for the day.
Accommodation: Tea House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trekking Duration: 5-6 hours
Distance: 7.7 km / 4.7 miles
Day 4: Trek from Deurali (3,230 m / 10,597 ft) to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m / 13,549 ft) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp
This is the most anticipated day of the trek. You will start early and trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,712 m / 12,178 ft), where stunning views of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, and Gangapurna unfold before you.
From MBC, the trail continues along a sparsely vegetated alpine path to Annapurna Base Camp. You will be surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks, including Annapurna I, Singuchuli, Tent Peak, and Machhapuchhre.
Upon reaching ABC, spend time exploring, taking photographs, and enjoying the unforgettable Himalayan panorama.
Accommodation: Tea House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trekking Duration: 4-5 hours
Distance: 6.9 km / 4 miles
Day 5: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m / 13,549 ft) to Sinuwa (2,360 m / 7,742 ft)
After witnessing sunrise over the Annapurna range, you will begin your descent from Annapurna Base Camp. The return journey follows the same scenic trail, offering familiar landscapes from a new perspective.
Passing through alpine terrain, bamboo forests, and local settlements, you will trek down to Sinuwa, where you will rest overnight.
Accommodation: Tea House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trekking Duration: 7-8 hours
Distance: 19 km / 11.8 miles
Day 6: Trek from Sinuwa (2,360 m / 7,742 ft) to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m / 5,839 ft) - Hot Spring - Drive to Pokhara
After breakfast, you will descend toward Chomrong and continue trekking to Jhinu Danda. Upon arrival, you will enjoy lunch before walking about 45 minutes to the natural hot springs.
You will have approximately one hour to relax and soak in the hot springs-a perfect way to conclude the trek. Afterward, return to Jhinu Danda and drive back to Pokhara, marking the end of your Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Trekking Duration: 4-5 hours
Distance: 10 km / 6 miles
