Annapurna · Introductory
The short Nepal classic with comfortable pacing and broad appeal.
Route planning map
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Route read
5 mapped stages, about 34 km on the visible line, showing where the trek leaves road access and moves into higher mountain terrain.
Route progress
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Completed
~34 km
Total route
Elevation profile
↑ 2,270 m
Elevation gain
↓ 3,120 m
Max elevation
Current leg
Est. distance
Stage type
Duration
5 days
Max altitude
3,210m
Best seasons
Mar-May · Oct-Dec
Starting rate
$790+
Permits and access
Permits
ACAP, TIMS or equivalent trekking registration
Access
Pokhara road transfer
Stay style
Pokhara lakefront hotel + comfortable lodges
Local partner insight
The notes below show what is commonly included, how the days are staged, and where pricing can change.
Partner-published rates are reference points. Final pricing depends on dates, group size, route choices, hotels, and transport.
Itinerary preview
Day 1
A 1.5 hour drive takes us to Nayapul ~ the starting point of our trek. We follow the river and then slowly ascend through rice fields to Hille (1475m) and stop for the night.
Day 2
We start our day with a steep ascent to Ulleri where we get our first view of the Himalayas. We then continue through forests of rhododendron until we reach our destination ~ Ghorepani (2855 m).
Day 4
We walk along a shaded forest trail, followed by terraced fields of maize and potatoes to Ghandruk (2170m). From here we have fantastic views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare. It is a major settlement of the Gurung, an ethnic group of Nepal, and a famous Gurung village with terraces and offers excellent mountain views. After arriving, it is possible to take a short walk to explore the village, visiting a cultural museum and monastery. After enjoying lunch with the beautiful mountain view we leave the mountains behind us. A 3-hour drive takes us back to the relaxing Lakeside of Pokhara. Hiking hours: 4, Driving hours: 3
Day 3
An early climb to the summit of Poon Hill (3030m) to watch the sunrise across a magnificent Himalayan panorama. After breakfast we follow a long ridge through rhododendron forests to Deurali. We then walk through impressive river gorges with the chance to see Langur monkeys in the trees. Our destination is Tadapani (2680m)
