Archives: FAQ

Yes! The Annapurna Region offers many trekking options. You can explore the Annapurna Circuit, visit  or join custom treks. Nepal Sanctuary Treks provides tailored experiences for solo travelers, families, and small groups, ensuring safe and memorable trekking adventures.

Trekking in Annapurna Region offers many options for all types of travelers. You can explore the Annapurna Circuit, visit Ghorepani and Poon Hill, or join customized treks. Nepal Sanctuary Treks provides safe, tailored trekking experiences for families, school and small groups.

On average, you’ll trek for 5-7 hours each day, covering about 10-15 kilometers (6-9 miles). The exact distance and duration may vary depending on your pace and the itinerary you choose.

Nepal Trek Altitude Sickness: Altitude sickness can affect trekkers at high elevations, causing headaches, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. To prevent it, ascend slowly, stay hydrated, and recognize early symptoms. Consulting a healthcare professional before your trek is recommended. At Nepal Sanctuary Treks, our team carries a portable altitude chamber (PAC), oximeter, and Lake Louise form to monitor travelers’ health. Our itineraries include strategically placed acclimatization days, allowing trekkers to adjust safely and reduce the risk of altitude sickness. Contact our expert for more information.

Annapurna Base Camp is positioned at an altitude of approximately 4,130 meters (13,550 feet) above sea level. This elevation places you in the heart of the Himalayas, offering stunning views and a unique trekking experience amid the majestic peaks. Popular trails link iconic locations like Poon Hill, Machhapuchhare Base Camp, and the highest point on the trek, Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), at 4,130 meters above sea level.

On the Annapurna Base Camp trek, accommodation primarily consists of teahouse lodges built from stone and wood. The rooms are typically twin-share, featuring two single beds each. To ensure comfort in the cold Himalayan weather, it’s highly recommended to bring a sleeping bag rated for temperatures as low as -20°C, even though the lodges provide one or two blankets. Sleeping bags can be rented in Kathmandu for around $1-$1.50 per day. Nepal Sanctuary Treks selects the best lodges along the trail to enhance your trekking experience.

You need Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card. Nepal Sanctuary Treks will handle the arrangements for these permits.

The optimal times for the Annapurna Base Camp trek are during the pre-monsoon (spring) season from March to May and the post-monsoon (autumn) season from September to November. These periods provide the best weather conditions and the clearest views of the mountains.

The cost can vary widely based on customized itineraries. For more detail, please contact our expert.

Yes, the Annapurna region offers various trekking routes. You can extend your journey to include the Annapurna Circuit or other nearby destinations like Ghorepani and Poon Hill.

On average, you will trek for 5–7 hours per day, covering a distance of 10–15 kilometres (6-9 miles). However, this can vary depending on your pace and the specific itinerary you choose.

The trek offers stunning mountain views, diverse landscapes, encounters with local culture, and the reward of reaching the base camp of one of the world’s highest peaks. Machapuchare (Fishtail) and Annapurna South are some of the prominent peaks you’ll see. Read more