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Things to Do in Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Base Camp (~4,130 m) is the teahouse trek into the Annapurna Sanctuary — a narrow Modi Khola gorge opening to a cirque of 7,000 m peaks where Machhapuchhre dominates the skyline and lodge beds sit closer to icefall than almost any other mainstream Nepal trek.

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Plan your Annapurna Base Camp trip

Budget calculator

This is a remote / high-altitude trek route. Food and daily costs run roughly 1.9× normal-city rates because supplies are carried in by porter, mule or helicopter, and rise further with altitude.

Estimated trip budget Rs 35,160 1 traveller(s) · 3 day(s)
Teahouse / lodge room / nightfrom Rs 3,000 × 1 room(s)
Food / person / dayfrom Rs 3,420
Trek support / person / day from Rs 800
Applied for every traveller and trek day.
Trail / gateway logistics / group / dayfrom Rs 4,500
Lodge subtotalRs 9,000
Food subtotalRs 10,260
Trek support subtotalRs 2,400
Trail logistics subtotalRs 13,500

Planning estimate for Annapurna Base Camp based on published Nepal trek rates (2026 guides). Lodge is per room (usually 2 guests), food and selected trek support are per person/day, and trail/gateway logistics are per group/day. Flights, permits, insurance and full agency packages are separate. Verify live prices and inclusions.

Annapurna Base Camp price references

Last researched: 17 July 2026. Rates are planning benchmarks, not live quotes.

Best time to visit

March–May and September–November for stable sanctuary weather; monsoon (June–August) is wet with leeches on lower trails; winter is cold with snow at base camp.

SeasonConditionsBest for
Mar–May Mild days, cold nights
Carry layers; weather changes quickly.
Trekking and mountain views
Sep–Nov Clear, stable conditions
Peak permits and accommodation demand.
Trekking, photography
Dec–Feb Cold; snow at altitude
High passes may close.
Lower-elevation routes
Jun–Aug Monsoon; rain-shadow varies
Flights and roads can be disrupted.
Mustang rain-shadow trips

3-day Annapurna Base Camp itinerary

Day 1 Arrival & highlights
  • ABC amphitheatre — 360° wall of Annapurna massifs at ~4,130 m
  • Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) — sacred peak dominating sanctuary views
  • Try: Dal bhat at teahouses — unlimited refills on major stages
Day 2 Activities & local culture
  • Chhomrong village — Gurung terrace hub with long stone-step descents
  • Modi Khola gorge — waterfall and bamboo-forest corridor
  • Classic ABC teahouse trek from Nayapul or Ghandruk
Day 3 Scenic side trip
  • Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) — lodge strip below ABC
  • Ghandruk or Jhinu Danda approaches — cultural Gurung villages
  • Optional side trip: Ghandruk

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Planning Annapurna Base Camp — FAQ

What is the best time to visit Annapurna Base Camp?

March–May and September–November for stable sanctuary weather; monsoon (June–August) is wet with leeches on lower trails; winter is cold with snow at base camp.

How much budget do I need for Annapurna Base Camp?

A mid-range planning estimate is around Rs 11,720 per person per day for lodge, food, trail/gateway logistics and the selected daily trek-support tier — excluding flights, permits, insurance and full agency packages.

How many days are enough for Annapurna Base Camp?

Two to three days suit the main highlights in Annapurna Base Camp; add extra days for nearby trips, trekking or weather delays.