Itinerary
- Day 1
Pokhara to Chhomrong
You'll start with a 1.5 to 2 hour private drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, passing through green hills and traditional villages along the way. From Nayapul, the trek begins with a 5 to 6 hour walk to Chhomrong, following the Modi Khola river and moving through terraced fields, forests, and stone steps. Throughout the day you'll get views of Annapurna South and Machapuchare rising above the landscape. The combination of driving and trekking gets you into the rhythm of the journey while the elevation gain remains moderate.
Included Activities
- Trek from Nayapul to Chhomrong via Modi Khola river and Syauli Bazaar
- Private vehicle transfer from Pokhara to Nayapul
Landmarks Annapurna South Machapuchare - Day 2
Chhomrong to Himalaya
Today's trek takes 5 to 6 hours as you move through dense bamboo and rhododendron forests, descending steeply to the Chhomrong Khola river before climbing again. You'll pass through Sinuwa, Bamboo, Dovan, and then Himalaya, crossing suspension bridges over rushing rivers along the way. The forest scenery changes noticeably as you gain roughly 750 meters in elevation. The varied vegetation and dramatic water crossings make this a day of constant visual interest, though the steep sections require steady effort.
Included Activities
- Trek from Chhomrong to Himalaya via Sinuwa, Bamboo, and Dovan
- Cross suspension bridges over rivers
- Day 3
Himalaya to Annapurna Base Camp
This is the most demanding and rewarding day of the trek. You'll trek 6 to 7 hours covering about 10 kilometers to reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,200 meters. The route climbs steeply through rhododendron and bamboo forests to Deurali, then continues through a glacial valley toward Machapuchare Base Camp. From there, the path ascends through alpine meadows and glacial moraines, where you finally see the full Annapurna massif and surrounding Himalayan peaks. The altitude and distance make this challenging, but reaching base camp brings the entire trek into perspective.
Included Activities
- Trek from Himalaya to Machapuchare Base Camp
- Trek from Machapuchare Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp
Landmarks Annapurna I Annapurna South Hiunchuli Machapuchare - Day 4
Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo
You'll descend 5 to 6 hours over about 12 kilometers from Annapurna Base Camp, starting through alpine meadows and glacial moraines back to Machapuchare Base Camp. After that, the descent continues through increasingly vegetated terrain past Deurali, moving back into forested regions with rhododendron and bamboo. Stone steps and steep sections make this a technical day downhill, but the changing views as you lose altitude keep things interesting. By late afternoon, you'll reach Bamboo with the landscape noticeably greener than what you saw higher up.
Included Activities
- Trek from Annapurna Base Camp to Machapuchare Base Camp
- Trek from Machapuchare Base Camp to Bamboo via Deurali, Himalayan Hotel, and Dovan
Landmarks Modi Khola Valley - Day 5
Bamboo to Jhinudanda
From Bamboo, you'll trek about 8 kilometers over 5 to 6 hours, ascending gently through forests to Sinuwa, then descending steeply to the Chhomrong Khola river before climbing back to Chhomrong. After arriving in Chhomrong, the descent continues through terraced fields and forests to reach Jhinudanda. The day finishes on a relaxing note as you spend time soaking in the natural hot springs here, which have warm mineral-rich waters and offer a peaceful setting by the river. Your legs will appreciate the chance to recover.
Included Activities
- Trek from Bamboo to Jhinudanda via Sinuwa and Chhomrong
- Access to natural hot springs at Jhinudanda
Landmarks Jhinudanda Hot Springs - Day 6
Jhinudanda to Pokhara
The final day covers about 11 kilometers over 5 to 6 hours from Jhinudanda, descending through lush forests and terraced fields past villages like New Bridge, Kyumi, and Syauli Bazaar. You'll cross several suspension bridges over rivers and streams as the terrain gradually opens up toward lower elevation. Once you reach Nayapul, a 1.5 to 2 hour private vehicle ride takes you back to Pokhara Lakeside, covering the 40 kilometers through scenic countryside. This day brings you back to civilization and completes the full circuit from start to finish.
Included Activities
- Trek from Jhinudanda to Nayapul via New Bridge, Kyumi, and Syauli Bazaar
- Cross suspension bridges over rivers and streams
- Private vehicle transfer from Nayapul to Pokhara
Landmarks Lakeside Pokhara
