Independent Cost Guide 2026

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Cost & Budget

Estimate expenses for Annapurna Sanctuary (4,130m), ACAP permits, TIMS card, Pokhara jeep transfers, and teahouse lodging.

1. ABC Trek Details

Duration (Days)

10

Trekkers2

Guide Option

Porter Option

Lodging Tier

Include Pokhara-Trailhead Jeep Transfer ($45/person)

2. Estimated Cost Output

PER PERSON

$0

GROUP TOTAL

$0

ACAP & TIMS Permits$0

Guide & Porter Daily Fees$0

Teahouse Lodging & Meals$0

Pokhara-Trailhead Jeep Transfer$0

Estimate only — actual costs vary by season, provider and travel conditions.

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⛺ Best Time to Trek

Seasonal Guide

✅Best Months

Oct-Nov | Mar-May

Clear skies, stable weather, best mountain views and trail conditions.

🔵Good Alternative

Sep (late monsoon clearing), Dec (clear but cold)

Manageable conditions — fewer crowds but check local weather reports.

⚠️Difficult Months

Jun-Aug (heavy monsoon and leeches)

Not recommended — heavy monsoon, extreme cold, or pass closure risk.

Monthly Overview

Jan

Avoid

Feb

Avoid

Mar

Best

Apr

Best

May

Best

Jun

Avoid

Jul

Avoid

Aug

Avoid

Sep

Good

Oct

Best

Nov

Best

Dec

Good

Best

Good

Avoid

💡

Spring rhododendron bloom (Mar-Apr) is spectacular in the Annapurna Sanctuary.

🏔️ Related Treks in the Annapurna Region

Compare Annapurna Routes

Deciding on the right Annapurna adventure from Pokhara? Compare costs and difficulty with these connected itineraries:

Annapurna Circuit Trek

14 Days • 5,416m • Thorong La Pass

The complete circumnavigation of the Annapurna massif crossing Thorong La into Mustang.

Mardi Himal Ridge Trek

6 Days • 4,500m • Ridge Views

A faster, narrower ridge trail directly opposite the Annapurna Sanctuary with jaw-dropping summit views.

Ghorepani Poon Hill

5 Days • 3,210m • Sunrise Panorama

A short, scenic precursor that can be completed standalone or combined into the ABC sanctuary route.

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Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek Cost & Budget Guide 2026

Calculate Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek cost. Permits (ACAP + TIMS), Pokhara trailhead jeep transfer, guide/porter rates, and teahouse budget.

Comparing with Other Annapurna Treks

Deciding which Pokhara-based trek is right for your schedule and budget? Check our cost guides for the Annapurna Circuit (Thorong La), the rapid 6-day Mardi Himal Ridge Trek, or the introductory Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.

How much does Annapurna Base Camp trek cost?

A 10-day Annapurna Base Camp trek costs between $550 and $850 USD per person including ACAP permit ($23), TIMS card ($15), licensed guide ($28/day), porter ($20/day), trailhead jeep transfers ($45), and teahouse lodging.

What permits are required for Annapurna Base Camp?

Trekkers require two permits: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit: NRs 3,000 / ~$23) and TIMS (Trekker Information Management System: NRs 2,000 / ~$15).