Annapurna Base Camp Tours & Trips

Best time to visit Annapurna Base Camp

• Winter 2025 / 2026

  Winter brings a different side to Annapurna Base Camp with fewer people on the trails and sharp, clear views of the peaks. Most visitors join our 10-12 day routes that mix cultural time in Kathmandu with snowy trekking days. People really like starting at Pashupatinath Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa before heading into the mountains. We build in extra weather days during winter and often stay in Gurung villages where you can chat with locals around the warmth of traditional fires. Our guides carry oxygen and additional safety equipment - something our trekkers tell us helps them feel more secure in the winter conditions.

  • February 2026 popular 77 tours
  • December 2026 73 tours
• Spring 2026

  The trails come alive in spring when rhododendrons paint the hillsides and walking conditions are just right. Our spring treks run anywhere from 8 to 15 days, though most people go for the tried and tested 12-day path through Ghorepani and Poon Hill. You'll find the routes full of energy as people make their way through thick bamboo forests and mountain communities. Our customers often mention how well the guides manage the daily rhythm - keeping a good pace but taking time for flower photos and mountain shots. The highlight for many is joining other trekkers for sunrise on Poon Hill, watching the first rays touch Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and all the Annapurna peaks.

  • March 2026 popular 84 tours
  • April 2026 84 tours
  • May 2026 82 tours
• Summer 2026

  Summer opens up special possibilities for combining Annapurna Base Camp treks with rafting adventures, and our seasonal offerings make the most of the warmer weather. We start many summer trips with an active day on the Trishuli River, before heading up into the mountains. The paths meander through dense bamboo forests, rhododendron groves and shaded sections that provide natural cooling during peak temperatures. Our guides excel at working with summer conditions, scheduling early departures to catch pristine morning views, and adapting the walking pace when afternoons heat up. Travelers often mention how much they enjoy the teahouse stays, particularly in Dovan and Deurali, where higher elevations bring pleasant nighttime temperatures. The Jhinu Danda hot springs become a perfect spot for soothing tired muscles, and our guests frequently tell us it's the best part of their summer journey. We build extra days into most summer itineraries, giving our guides flexibility to work around weather patterns and allowing trekkers proper time to adjust as they make their way toward base camp.

  • June 2026 popular 74 tours
  • July 2026 66 tours
  • August 2026 71 tours
• Fall / Autumn 2026

  Fall brings reliable weather and the clearest mountain views of the year. Most people choose our classic autumn route through Ulleri and Ghorepani, taking 10-14 days to reach base camp. The natural hot springs near Jhinu Danda are perfect this time of year - our trekkers love taking a long soak after days on the trail. We usually wrap up fall treks with extra time in Pokhara, giving you space to unwind by the lake and take in what you've achieved. The trails get busy in autumn, but our travelers consistently praise how well the guides handle the crowds while sharing their deep knowledge of local traditions. Looking at the trek options in Nepal, Himalayan Social Journey stands out with their Nepal Tour package that includes both an Everest flight and Annapurna helicopter ride - our travelers particularly like their hotel selections and how smoothly everything runs. If you're considering the classic Annapurna Base Camp Trek, you might want to skip Intrepid Travel's version. While their guides are reliable and the route planning is solid, we've heard from multiple customers about issues with the meal options and questions about whether the price matches what you get. For a really well-executed Annapurna Base Camp experience, both Sherpa Expedition Teams and Uma Holidays consistently deliver excellent treks. Their guides are proper experts who know the routes inside out, keep a close eye on safety and give you lots of interesting local context along the way. What makes these companies work so well is how their guides handle everything from altitude adjustments to weather changes, making sure you can focus on the actual trekking experience. They've got the logistics down to a science but keep things flexible enough to adjust when needed. What's particularly good about Uma Holidays and Sherpa Expedition is how their guides blend technical expertise with genuine care for their trekkers - they're always ready with practical tips, cultural insights and also emergency backup if needed.

  • September 2026 77 tours
  • October 2026 popular 79 tours
  • November 2026 76 tours