Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 5 days

Just imagine being surrounded by the heavenly Annapurna range, where the sunrise over mountains and glaciers is aligned to welcome you. Sounds dream come true, right? But you might be stepping back due to a limited timeframe. Well, what if we say, it's possible to stand in the shadow of glorious peaks just within 5 days? 

Suppose you are craving to explore the western Himalayas with a touch of mini mountaineering experience in Nepal. In that case, this Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking fits perfectly for you. The good news is! We offer this package with family and group discounted prices.

Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek Overview:

The 5-day Annapurna Base Camp Trekis the fastest way anyone could ever get to the legendary base camp. Even though the trek might sound like a less-demanding trekking expedition, from the dense rhododendron forests, cascading waterfalls, and heartwarming villages welcoming you with a red-cheeked smile to the views of almighty snowcapped peaks, you’ll get to witness throughout the journey that never disappoints you. ThisShort Annapurna Base Camp Trek is crafted for those who have a short holiday and want a quick walk on the famous Annapurna Sanctuary, but make sure to prepare beforehand, as it is a fast-paced walk meeting the regular route of the ABC Trek.

The journey to the mountains itself is a big achievement. Just imagining a journey to the base camp of the eighth-highest peak seems like a thrilling experience. Not everyone can conquer it! Standing in the Annapurna Base Camp is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that stands out amongst all of the other trekking experiences. Wondering why? Well, just take a moment and firstly, think about being in the shadow of the Annapurna range, such as Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and many other peaks, showing their panoramic views from every side. 

Secondly, just visualize reaching the legendary foothill in just 5 days by pushing your limits and challenging yourself. Those who have guts and want to see the reflection of their strength can only achieve it. In short, this Annapurna base camp Trekking is a roller coaster ride, finding inner peace and self-profound connection far away from busy life and the modern world through hiking in the Himalayas.

Thirdly, the trail to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) itself is an expedition filled with joy, cheerfulness, and memorable moments. Every little moment that you capture, whether with your group or solo, peacefully enjoying local foods, interacting with locals, and crossing long suspension bridges while making jokes and swaying the bridges, remains in your heart forever. 

Although walking for a straight 6-7 hours per day at the pace of meeting the route of a regularAnnapurna Base Camp Trek may sound a little bit challenging, a kick feeling of a sense of accomplishment that leaves with us forever makes every step on this trail worth it!

Hence, even though this adventure only seems to comprise an Annapurna Base Camp Trek 5 days itinerary, but lets you cover every highlighted corner of the enchanting trailhead within the shortest period, letting you immerse in the best unhindered views of the Annapurna Range with each stride. Whether you are hiking with the kids, friends, or family, you will love every second spent on this iconic pathway with your loved ones or alone, feeling the serenity of nature at its best.

Note: Please take a note, that as this short ABC Trek starts from Pokhara, you might be quite confused on how to reach Pokhara, if so then do not worry! we will assist you from Kathmandu or also arrange transportation facilities for you via air or road way. 

5 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Route

If you have already arrived in Pokhara, this 5-day Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary starts right from Pokhara. If not, then we have transportation facility options from Kathmandu to get here. From Pokhara, we'll take a jeep and drive for a few hours to Shiwai (New Bridge) and start our first day hiking towards Chhomrong. 

On the second day, from Chhomrong, we’ll have a few hours of hiking toward the Himalaya Lodge, stay a night over there to adjust the acclimatization for ABC, and reach the destination Annapurna Base Camp passing by the Machhapuchhre Base Camp on the third day and have a wonderful night at the lap of the Annapurna, we’ll descent for Bamboo for a few hours on the next day and the last day, we’ll conclude the trek by moving from bamboo via New Bridge to Pokhara.

Transportation facilities: If you are in Kathmandu (what to do if you haven't reached Pokhara yet)?

Haven't arrived at Pokhara yet for this trek to Annapurna Base Camp? Well, in that case, we have two options available for you. Either you take a tourist standard deluxe bus from Kathmandu and drive to Pokhara, which costs around just $10 per person, or take a flight of 25 minutes. Please note that the fastest option to go is by flight, as the road construction is currently going on the highway to Pokhara, so the drive may take about 8-9 hours due to the road construction. The tickets for the flight depend on a seasonal basis. So, we can arrange it for you at the cheapest price possible.

Let us know your arrival date. Destination Himalaya Treks and Expedition will arrange tickets for you on your behalf easily. 

Why do the 5-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal?

There's no doubt that the Annapurna Trek has been captivating all the hikers to venture out on this expedition, after all, it tends to be one of the iconic trailheads to the many top-notch destinations in Nepal. Throughout these years, many pathways have been constantly developing with many merged expeditions within the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route, hence almost 10 popular iconic odysseys go by this diverse landscape with no hassle, standing out to be one of the visited and largest protected "Annapurna Conservation Area". That is why it is also listed as one of the shortest best treks in Nepal in 2025.

Hence, you might wonder why to enlist and choose this Short Annapurna Base Camp Trekking amongst all, well, to your answer, here are the 5 main reasons that will surely let you manifest this expedition as your next affirmation for 2025 and 2026:

Unparalleled Mountain Views during the trek

Being regarded as one of the most famous destinations across the globe, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek has so much to offer you. Starting from the journey, the spectacular views of Mt.Machhapucchre welcome you to the trail of ABC in the shape of a fishtail. Throughout the journey, several mountains such as Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Dhaulagiri, and  Mt. Gangapurna accompany you. Reaching the base camp itself, the 360-degree views surrounding you seem like something out of this world. The mountains and glaciers, just under the golden aroma of sunrise, make the long day of hiking worth every sweat, making us feel like we've conquered something in the Himalayas. 

Diverse cultural encounters in every stride

Apart from offering magical views of several snowy mountains and landscapes, this Short ABC trek of 5 days stands out to soak in the rich cultural diversity of locals with distinct ethnic communities. The route to Annapurna Base Camp is filled with Gurung, Magar, Tamang, and Sherpa people. From the very beginning to the end, we get to live their lifestyle and indulge in their local foods. All the lodges that we’ll be staying at throughout the trek are run by these kind-hearted people. Here, we get to see, experience, and get to live in the present moment with them.

Diverse ecosystems and landscapes

As we navigate through this Annapurna region, the diverse wildlife such as Himalayan thar and Langur monkeys, including rare birds, mind-blowingly excitingly surprises us. This is not it! Crossing suspension bridges, terraced fields, and cascading riverfalls adds a thrilling adventure to our trek. This trail leads us through theAnnapurna Conservation Area, where we may get a lucky chance to see rare animals like the Red Panda and other Himalayan species. Sounds amazing, right? As we ascend higher, these lush forests turn into alpine meadows, glacier rivers, and snowy mountain views that show the diversity and variety of this region, making our Annapurna Base Camp Short Trek truly special.

Perfect Gateway with your Loved Ones: Family and Friends

Even though it is a rapid, short version, this Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Kids and Family is mostly preferred by individuals as it is a safe trailhead that doesn't pose any challenges, which could lead to many obstacles in the future time ahead. Unlike the remote treks such as the Kanchenjunga Trek and the Manaslu Trek, which require ample preparation and also a high budget, this trek to Annapurna Base Camp is a haven for those who want to hike with children or loved ones and even friends, as the main reason is that the accessibility is well maintained and doesn't create a mental frustrating condition for families to manage all the necessities. Besides, the individuals who want to introduce themselves to the mountaineering life, or new adventures, can blindly choose this odyssey.

Top Destinations to Add to Your Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Extend Your Adventure (If you have 3-4 additional days)

Well! With a high experience, we are well known that these days wanderers like you love to explore something unique and seek to cover many other important aspects of whatever destination to go to. We've simply customized this Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary in the shortest way possible, of only 5 days, ensuring that anyone having a limited time can also enjoyably venture on this legendary expedition of the ABC route. Hence, if you have more timeline of only 3-4 days, then you can slightly enhance this trip with no hassle. And we offer a variety of options and packages to enrich your overall trek in Nepal.

Enchanting Sunrise View of Annapurna Ranges: It is no more a secret how the Poon Hill View Point stands out to be one of best vantage section that offers the best of best sunrise view of not 1, not 2 but almost 19 notable peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. If you've additional 2-3 days, then you can combine this 5 days ABC Trek with Poon Hill Trek that visits the Ghorepani at the first hand and covers the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking on the second half letting you relish in the breathtaking views of the most iconic Himalayan Range.

Merge with the Rising Star of the Annapurna Region: Are you familiar with the "Mardi Himal Trek" that has been gaining a huge round of applause from the newbie, or even those who want to introduce themselves to the land of the Himalayas? This trailhead is quite popular, as it demonstrates the 6 climatic zones from forested terrain to diverse landscape and finally to the alpine meadows with the unparalleled view of Mt. Fishtail from beginning to end. If you just have more than 4 days, then you can merge this trip with Mardi Himal for the best rewarding experience.

For the Rugged Terrains and Fewer Crowds: Over the past 5-6 years, the newly introduced Khopra Ridge Trek is well well-renowned expedition and the most loved trail for those craving for quiet time, unlike the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route, filled with crowds This trail follows the off-beaten section with less maintained amenities that follows the route of forested section offering serenity at its best. However, you require more than 12 days to combine this trek with ABC, but you surely won't miss out on venturing on this combo trek.

To conclude, Destination Himalaya Treks and Expedition highly believes in the idea that your adventure should be more than just a trek but also a mirthful journey, so that you can get the best out of the Himalayas, worth every penny. We can customize your Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary as per your time, budget, and preference, with a favourable time of your holiday duration. If you have any other queries, contact us anytime, we are 24/7 hour available to assist you!

5 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Cost for 2025 and 2026

The cost of a short 5-day Annapurna base camp trek starts from $299 to $499. That includes all your accommodation, meals, permits, and guide charges throughout the trip. Just visit the include/exclude section for more details. The good news is! We offer 10% off for families (must be 3 members) for the years 2025 and 2026. 

 Note: If you are more than 12 in a group, we have a special discount. For more details, please contact us.