Annapurna Base Camp Trek cost from Pokhara, Permits, Guide, Meals, Accommodation

How much does the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking package cost?

If you plan to do the ABC Trek directly from Pokhara, it’s important to know the cost from Pokhara. To be clear, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek costs start from USD 700 to 1000 per person, covering various factors and services. Embarking on the Annapurna Base Camp is a lifetime experience to stand tall in front of the 10th-highest peak in the world, Annapurna I. Starting from Pokhara, the standard ABC Trek itinerary takes around 7 days to complete this trek.

Mountain Eco Trails offers a 10-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek costing from USD 850 per person. However, you don’t have to take all 10 days to complete the trek. You can join the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek, 7 Days from Pokhara, at just USD 599-699 per person, in an inclusive package. Recently, many travelers want to book their ABC Trek from Pokhara to reduce the number of days and cost from their package. Now, let’s look into the various cost factors that affect the cost of ABC Trek. And need more details about the costing and itinerary, feel free to contact us via email or WhatsApp at +9779849790153.

What is the cost of a guide for Annapurna Base Camp from Pokhara?

If you want to hire a guide solely for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara, the guide’s fee is USD 30-50 per day. The cost can be higher if the guide speaks multiple languages, like French, Spanish, Chinese, etc. The guide fee covers salary, meals, accommodation, transportation, and insurance. Recently, Nepal’s government and tourism sector announced that a trekking guide is required in Nepal when entering national parks and conservation areas. This means, whether you’re doing the ABC trek in the Annapurna Conservation Area or the Langtang Valley Trek in Langtang National Park, a trekking guide is mandatory.

Transportation cost of the ABC Trek

Well, if you are doing the 10-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek, then the cost of transportation includes the Tourist Bus Fare from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu. However, hiring a private car or Jeep from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu costs USD 120 to 200. Next, the transportation cost from Pokhara to Nayapul is around USD 30 with a maximum of 3 people. Lastly, when you return from the Trek, the transport from Jhinu Danda to Pokhara costs USD 15-5 per person on a public bus or jeep. Whereas, if you want to hire a private jeep from Jhinu to Pokhara, it costs USD 100.

Accommodation cost during the ABC Trek in Nepal

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is also one of the teahouse treks in Nepal. The teahouses only provide basic amenities which can provide you with a bed to rest, a kitchen, dining to eat, and bathrooms to feel comfortable. Other than that, you can enjoy the luxury facilities in the accommodation in Kathmandu.

The 3-Star hotel accommodation is provided by Mountain Eco Trails in Kathmandu and Pokhara if you take the whole package. The 3-star Hotel accommodation cost with BB ranges from USD 35 per night. Whereas, if you want to upgrade to a 5-star Hotel, then it costs USD 150 to 250 per night.

The teahouse accommodation cost in the Himalayas of the ABC Trek starts from USD 5 in the lower region. Meanwhile, when you gain altitude above Deurali Village, the Teahouse accommodation cost can reach up to USD 10 per night.

Permit Card Cost to do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara

Trekkers will need two permit cards to do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. They are:

• Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit Card, which costs USD 25 per person
• Trekkers Information Management System Permit Card costs USD 20 per person.

Meals and Food Cost during the trek to Annapurna Base Camp

The teahouses in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek provide a kitchen and dining area to take their meal. They cook a delicious and wide range of food items available on their menu. The common food available on Annapurna Base Camp is Nepali Daal Bhat, rice, curry, pizza, burger, vegetable soup, pasta, macaroni, spring roll, etc. For breakfast, they offer pancakes, egg items, cornflakes, muesli, continental set, chapati, Tibetan Bread, etc.

The main course meal cost during the ABC Trek is around USD 7-10 per meal. This means three meals per day can cost between USD 21-30, not including hot drinks. Hot drinks like tea, coffee, or hot chocolate generally cost USD 3-5 per cup or pot, depending on the elevation. Overall, with a cup of tea or coffee, daily meal expenses at ABC can total USD 35-40.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Pokhara can be done in either 7 days or 5 days

You can choose a 5-day trek or a 7-day trek from Pokhara. The cost of the ABC Trek from Pokhara varies depending on the itinerary and services selected. The 5-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek costs around USD 599 per person, which includes a private Jeep from Pokhara to Jhinu and back, along with meals, accommodation, permits, and a trekking guide. The 7-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek costs from USD 599 to 799 per person. Sometimes, the 7-day trek's price is similar to the 5-day trek's because it includes two extra days with meals and guide services. Therefore, you can choose either the 5-day or 7-day trek to ABC based on what suits you best.

7-Day ABC Trek Itinerary from Pokhara

Day 01: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapool & Trek to Ghandruk

Day 02: Trek from Ghandruk to Chomrong

Day 03: Trek from Chomrong to Himalaya

Day 04: Trek from the Himalaya to MBC to ABC

Day 05: Trek from ABC to Dovan

Day 06: Trek from Dovan to Chomrong

Day 07: Trek from Chomrong to Jhinu and drive back to Pokhara.

FAQs

How much is the ABC Trek cost from Pokhara for budget travelers?

The ABC Trek cost from Pokhara for budget travelers ranges from USD 499 to USD 599 per person.

Is there a discount on the ABC Trek cost when there is a group of more than 5 travelers?

Yes, there will be a group discount even if you are in a group of more than 3 travelers.

How much does a porter cost while doing the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

The porter costs generally start from USD 22 to 27 per person, depending on the weight of the luggage and the duration of the trek.

I want to do the ABC Trek from Kathmandu, what is the cost of it?

The cost of the ABC Trek from Kathmandu starts from USD 899 to USD 1099 per person, depending on the service chosen.

What is the cost of a private Jeep from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda?

The cost for the Private Jeep from Pokhara to Jhinu is USD 120 to USD 150 depending on the group of people. 

Conclusion:

Above, we have broken down the Annapurna Base Camp Trek cost from Pokhara. Mountain Eco Trails can help you in customizing the Annapurna Base Camp Trek Packages with cost either from Kathmandu or Pokhara. Even if you want to do the ABC Trek from Pokhara, we have several guides in Pokhara who look after the Annapurna Region only. We provide special and competitive prices that match our services. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need more information regarding the ABC Trek. WhatsApp at +9779849790153.