5-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara via Chhomrong

Drive: Pokhara -> Siwai / Matque
Trek: Siwai / Matque -> Jhinu Danda area -> Chhomrong
- Driving time: Approximately 3-4 hours
- Walking time: Approximately 3 hours
- Walking distance: Approximately 5-7 km, depending on the starting point
- Starting elevation: Siwai - approximately 1,170 m (Matque varies by road access)
- Destination elevation: Chhomrong - approximately 2,170 m
- Ascent (+): Approximately 900-1,100 m
- Descent (-): Approximately 100-250 m
- Overnight: Chhomrong (2,170 m)

After breakfast, drive from Pokhara through the beautiful countryside toward Siwai or Matque, where your trekking adventure begins. The drive follows winding mountain roads, passing green hills, rivers, terraced fields, and traditional settlements.

Begin trekking along the trail toward Chhomrong. Depending on your exact starting point, the route includes stone steps, forest paths, and uphill sections through small villages.

Chhomrong is a beautiful Gurung village and an important gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary. On clear days, you can enjoy impressive views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).

Arrive in Chhomrong, check into your teahouse, and relax before the next day's trek.

Overnight: Teahouse in Chhomrong.

Trek: Chhomrong -> Lower Sinuwa -> Upper Sinuwa -> Bamboo -> Dovan -> Himalaya
- Walking time: Approximately 6-7 hours
- Walking distance: Approximately 10-12 km
- Starting elevation: Chhomrong - 2,170 m
- Destination elevation: Himalaya - approximately 2,900 m
- Ascent (+): Approximately 1,000-1,200 m
- Descent (-): Approximately 400-600 m
- Overnight: Himalaya (2,900 m)

After breakfast, descend the stone steps from Chhomrong toward the Chhomrong Khola. Cross the suspension bridge and climb toward Sinuwa, enjoying beautiful views of the surrounding green hills and mountains.

Continue through dense bamboo and rhododendron forests toward Bamboo, a peaceful settlement surrounded by lush vegetation. The trail follows the Modi Khola valley through forested sections, waterfalls, and rocky paths.

Pass Dovan before continuing uphill to Himalaya, where you will spend the night. As you gain altitude, the landscape becomes increasingly dramatic, with steep cliffs and towering mountain walls surrounding the valley.

Take time to rest, hydrate, and prepare for the ascent toward Annapurna Base Camp the following day.

Overnight: Teahouse in Himalaya.

Trek: Himalaya -> Deurali -> Machhapuchhre Base Camp -> Annapurna Base Camp
- Walking time: Approximately 6-7 hours
- Walking distance: Approximately 8-10 km
- Starting elevation: Himalaya - 2,900 m
- Intermediate stop: Machhapuchhre Base Camp - 3,700 m
- Destination elevation: Annapurna Base Camp - 4,130 m
- Ascent (+): Approximately 1,250-1,350 m
- Descent (-): Approximately 50-150 m
- Overnight: Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m)

Today is the highlight of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. After breakfast, continue uphill through the upper Modi Khola valley toward Deurali.

The forest gradually disappears as the trail enters a high-altitude landscape of rocky slopes, cliffs, and alpine terrain. Depending on the season, you may encounter snow or icy sections, so follow your guide's advice and check trail conditions carefully.

Continue toward Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC), situated at approximately 3,700 m. From here, enjoy impressive views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and the surrounding Himalayan peaks.

After a short rest, continue toward Annapurna Base Camp. As you enter the Annapurna Sanctuary, the mountains rise dramatically around you, creating a spectacular natural amphitheater.

Upon arrival at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m), enjoy the magnificent views of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, and the surrounding peaks.

Spend the evening enjoying the extraordinary mountain scenery and, if the weather is clear, the beautiful sunset over the Himalayas.

Overnight: Teahouse at Annapurna Base Camp.

Important: Annapurna Base Camp is at high altitude. Walk slowly, stay hydrated, and inform your guide immediately if you experience symptoms of altitude sickness.

Trek: Annapurna Base Camp -> Machhapuchhre Base Camp -> Deurali -> Himalaya -> Dovan -> Bamboo -> Sinuwa
- Walking time: Approximately 7-8 hours
- Walking distance: Approximately 14-17 km
- Starting elevation: Annapurna Base Camp - 4,130 m
- Destination elevation: Sinuwa - approximately 2,340 m
- Ascent (+): Approximately 100-250 m
- Descent (-): Approximately 1,850-2,000 m
- Overnight: Sinuwa (2,340 m)

Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise and final panoramic views from Annapurna Base Camp, weather permitting.

After breakfast, begin descending through the Annapurna Sanctuary toward Machhapuchhre Base Camp. Enjoy the mountain scenery as you retrace your route through Deurali, Himalaya, and Dovan.

Continue downhill through the beautiful forest trail toward Bamboo. The changing landscape offers a welcome transition from the high-altitude alpine environment to the greener forests of the Annapurna region.

After passing Bamboo, continue toward Sinuwa. Although most of today's route is downhill, there are several short uphill sections, and the long descent can be tiring on your knees.

Arrive at Sinuwa in the late afternoon or evening and settle into your teahouse.

Overnight: Teahouse in Sinuwa.

Trek: Sinuwa -> Chhomrong -> Jhinu Danda area -> Siwai / Matque
Drive: Siwai / Matque -> Pokhara
- Walking time: Approximately 5-7 hours, depending on the roadhead
- Walking distance: Approximately 10-14 km
- Starting elevation: Sinuwa - approximately 2,340 m
- Destination elevation: Siwai - approximately 1,170 m; exact elevation varies by roadhead
- Ascent (+): Approximately 250-450 m
- Descent (-): Approximately 1,300-1,600 m
- Driving time: Approximately 3-4 hours
- Driving distance: Approximately 50-60 km, depending on the route
- Final destination: Pokhara - approximately 820 m

After breakfast, begin your final trekking day by descending through the forest toward Lower Sinuwa and Chhomrong.

The trail includes stone staircases, forest paths, and several uphill and downhill sections. From Chhomrong, continue descending toward the Jhinu Danda area before following the trail to Siwai or the designated roadhead for your vehicle.

Along the way, enjoy the beautiful countryside, terraced farmland, traditional villages, and river scenery.

After reaching the roadhead, meet your vehicle and drive back to Pokhara.

Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax after completing your Annapurna Base Camp adventure.

Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara.