14 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek) Cost 2026/2027
The total cost of the 14-day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek starts at USD 1,100 per person, depending on your group size and travel preferences. The final price may vary depending on your customized itinerary, hotel upgrades, additional nights in Kathmandu, and porter arrangements. At Advent Himalaya Treks, we tailor each package to your needs, comfort, and budget.
Best Time for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek)
The best time for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), when the weather is generally favorable and mountain views are spectacular. Spring brings colorful rhododendron blooms, while autumn offers clear skies and excellent visibility. Winter trekking is possible but may involve heavy snow and challenging trails, while the monsoon season brings rain, clouds, and slippery paths.
Travel Insurance for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek)
Travel insurance is essential for a safe and worry-free trekking experience in Nepal. We strongly recommend arranging your insurance before arriving in Nepal, ensuring it covers high-altitude trekking, emergency medical expenses, helicopter evacuation, and trip cancellation if needed.
Here's what your travel policy explicitly and actually needs to cover:
Your travel insurance should include trip cancellations and delays, lost baggage, medical treatment for high-altitude trekking up to 6,000 meters, emergency evacuation, accident and injury coverage, and medical repatriation. Always check your policy carefully to ensure it covers trekking in remote Himalayan areas and helicopter evacuation in case of an emergency.
Key Travel Insurance Tips
- Check the altitude limit: Ensure your policy covers trekking at the maximum altitude of your itinerary.
- Confirm helicopter evacuation: Verify that emergency helicopter rescue and evacuation are covered.
- Carry your insurance details: Keep a printed copy of your policy and a digital copy accessible on your phone.
- Buy insurance before arrival: Arrange suitable travel insurance before flying to Nepal.
Logistics – Getting to Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Permits 2026/27
Getting to the Trek: Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara by road, which usually takes 6–7 hours. From Pokhara, drive to the trek’s starting point, depending on your chosen route. After completing the trek, return to Pokhara and take a domestic flight of approximately 25 minutes or travel by road to Kathmandu.
Required Permits:
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP): Required for entry into the Annapurna Conservation Area. The standard fee for foreign nationals is NPR 3,000 per person, subject to current regulations.
- Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Card: Requirements may vary depending on current trekking regulations and arrangements. Check the latest requirements with the relevant Nepal tourism authorities or your trekking agency before departure.
Note: Permit fees and regulations may change for the 2026/27 trekking season. Advent Himalaya Treks can help arrange the necessary permits and transportation for your trek.
Note: Trekking regulations in Nepal may require foreign trekkers to be accompanied by a licensed guide in designated trekking areas. Please check the latest Annapurna Conservation Area requirements before departure, as regulations and enforcement may change. Advent Himalaya Treks can help arrange a registered guide and the necessary permits for your trek.
Altitude Sickness on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek reaches 4,130 meters, where altitude sickness (AMS) is possible, especially if you ascend too quickly. Walk slowly, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and follow your guide’s advice. Watch for headaches, nausea, dizziness, or unusual fatigue. Severe or worsening symptoms, difficulty walking, or breathlessness at rest require immediate medical attention and descent. Your health and safety always come before completing the trek.
Accommodation on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek)
Accommodation during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek includes 3-star tourist-standard hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, and basic local teahouses or lodges along the trekking route. Teahouses offer cozy twin-sharing rooms, communal dining halls, and basic facilities, with hot showers, Wi-Fi, and charging available for extra fees where possible. We recommend bringing a warm sleeping bag and carrying Nepali rupees for additional services.
Food and Meals on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek (ABC Trek)
Food and Meals on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Food along the Annapurna Base Camp Trek is varied, hearty, and satisfying. Teahouses serve traditional Nepali Dal Bhat, noodles, pasta, soups, pancakes, eggs, and potatoes. You can also enjoy hot drinks such as Masala Chai, coffee, and ginger-lemon tea. Food and drink prices increase with altitude, so bringing snacks from Kathmandu can save money. Please inform your guide in advance about any dietary requirements.
Note: If you have specific dietary requirements, you can hire a cook to accompany you on the trek. They will prepare your meals throughout the journey according to your dietary needs.
Why Trek Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) with Advent Himalaya Treks?
Advent Himalaya Treks is a family-run, locally operated company offering personalized trekking experiences with experienced local guides and dedicated porters. From private airport transfers and itinerary customization to permits, gear support, and pre-trek briefings, we take care of every detail. Enjoy authentic Nepali hospitality, including a special family momo-making experience, and personalized support throughout your journey. With us, you’re not just a guest—you’re part of our Himalayan family.
