10. Annapurna I Base Camp Trek (Nepal)

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Annapurna I, the world’s tenth‑highest mountain, anchors one of Nepal’s most popular trekking routes. The trail leads into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a natural amphitheater of towering peaks, culminating at Annapurna Base Camp with panoramic views of the Annapurna group of summits and Machapuchare (Fishtail). The route passes from subtropical forests and terraced farmlands to alpine landscapes, and is supported by well‑developed trails and comfortable teahouses—making it accessible to trekkers of varying experience levels while still offering a rewarding high‑altitude adventure.

Annapurna I’s North Base Camp, located several kilometres away, is primarily used by climbing expeditions.

• Summit elevation: 8,091 m
• Base camp altitude: 4,130 m
• Highest trekking point: Annapurna Base Camp (South)
• Duration: 12-14 days
• Difficulty rating: Moderate
• Best time to go: March-May and September-November
• Starting point: Nayapul or Phedi, Nepal
• Total trekking distance (return): Approx. 120 km

• Day 1: Drive/fly to Kathmandu (1,400 m) to Pokhara (900 m).
• Day 2: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1,070 m), trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m).
• Day 3: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,860 m). 
• Day 4: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3,210 m), continue to Tadapani (2,630 m). 
• Day 5: Tadapani to Chhomrong (2,170 m). 
• Day 6: Chhomrong to Bamboo (2,310 m). 
• Day 7: Bamboo to Deurali (3,230 m). 
• Day 8: Deurali to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m) to Annapurna I Base Camp (4,130 m). 
• Day 9: Annapurna I Base Camp to Bamboo (2,310 m). 
• Day 10: Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m). 
• Day 11: Jhinu Danda to Pothana (1,900 m). 
• Day 12: Pothana to Phedi, drive back to Pokhara (900 m). 
• Day 13: Drive/fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,400 m).