3 5-Day Experiences Worth Flying For

1.5 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek & Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 5 days · from $171Our pick

Walk from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters with a private English-speaking guide, tourist-standard lodge stays, permits, transport, and a Jhinu hot spring stop. Guides including Deepak, Narayan, Hari, and Paras are praised for pacing, safety, and help with altitude concerns.

“The trek was absolutely stunning! From start to finish it was an amazing experience. The trek length was 5 days, and we went through beautiful villages were we were in contact with local people, forest where we encounter beautiful paths, waterfalls, and peaceful temples. Our guide was Deepack and our porter was Amin. They were incredibly expirienced and qualify. On top of that, they made the trekking extremely enjoyable. They always placed out safety as a priority and second that we were comfortable and enjoy at all times. We have never had such a great guides before. They also made sure we went at our pace which it is important…”

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2.5-Day Annapurna Basecamp Trek with Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 5 days · from $155

Travel privately from Pokhara with an English-speaking guide such as Anil, Santosh, or Uttam. Trek through Gurung and Magar villages, rhododendron forest, and high mountain country to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, then return through Bamboo and Jhinu Danda for the hot springs.

“Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp with Santosh was an amazing experience. The trek can be challenging at times, but Santosh always looked out for our well-being, encouraging us to rest when needed and saying, “take your time.” His knowledge of the area was impressive, and he made sure everything went smoothly, especially when arriving at guesthouses. The view at Annapurna Base Camp was absolutely worth it! Santosh made us feel safe throughout the entire trip, and on top of that, he’s a funny and kind guide. I highly recommend him for anyone trekking in Nepal!”

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3.Pkr/Kathmandu: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp & Hot spring Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 5 days · from $60Best value

You’ll trek from Simrung through forests, waterfalls, villages, and the Annapurna Sanctuary to 4,130-meter base camp. Guides such as Sagar, Raj, Shiva, and Nareen have led recent departures. Expect long uphill days, simple tea houses, cold weather, and an optional soak at Jhinu Danda.

“My ABC Trek was an unforgettable experience, thanks to my guide Sagar. He was extremely professional, attentive, and always made sure I was trekking safely. Sagar managed the pace perfectly, handled all accommodations and meals smoothly, and was very knowledgeable about the mountains, local culture, and weather conditions. He was also friendly and easy to talk to, which made the long days on the trail enjoyable. I highly recommend Sagar and this trekking package to anyone visiting Nepal.””

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