Shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks

Are you crunching on time but still wish to walk in the trekking trails of Nepal, especially the iconic Annapurna Base Camp Trek? If yes, then look no further than this blog. Today we have come up with the information about the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks. You will know about the various options for the short treks to the foothill of the world’s 10^th tallest mountain Mt. Annapurna (8091 m). We will also cover about the costs and difficulty levels in this blog.

If we are talking about doing the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks, then we are looking at the prospect of doing the trek in the most minimum days as possible. Therefore, it comes up with lots of difficulties. Therefore, we are putting in all the details from the advantages to the challenges. Make sure that you study about these things and decide whether to do short Annapurna Base Camp Trek or not.

Regular Itinerary of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal

Before we delve deeper into the details of the Shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks in Nepal, let’s know about the regular or normal trek itinerary. The regular itinerary of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal features about 12 Days to 14 Days itinerary. Remember that some of the shortest treks don’t include arrival and departure days in Kathmandu in its itinerary. However, if you are with the reliable trekking company like the Nepal High Trek, then you can include these arrival and departure in the itinerary. The company can offer you Kathmandu services in the 8 Days to 10 Days itinerary to make it the short trek.

During the regular itinerary, trekkers trek through Ghorepani Poon Hill,  Tadapani, Chhomrung, Deurali, and Machhapuchhre Base Camp 3900, route. However, the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks may or may not include the Poon Hill section in their itinerary.

Shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks

As mentioned above, the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks start from 5 Days itinerary. However, it doesn’t include the travel time to or from Kathmandu in its itinerary. These days are for the trek only. Let’s talk in detail below about these possible shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks.

5 – 6 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Direct Trek to Base Camp

The fastest way to reach the Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m) is by using the 5 Days or 6 Days trekking itinerary. You will start the trek directly from Jhinu and skip one overnight place. Remember that you may have to walk more hours if you are choosing to do the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks. These itineraries take you directly to the Annapurna Base Camp and you may have to skip places like Poon Hill and Ghandruk Village.

7 – 8 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Village Trek via Ghandruk

Expertly knitted itineraries which are shorter but still includes the exploration of Nepal’s first model village, the Ghandruk Village are the 7 – 8 Days package. Trekkers can explore magnificent Gurung Village before starting the trek. However, this package also doesn’t include the exploration of the famous vantage hill point, the Poon Hill (3210 m). Click on the link of the 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek and the 8 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek to know more about these packages offered by the Nepal High Trek.

9 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Route to ABC via Poon Hill

Interestingly, the 9 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Trek which includes almost all the places of the regular ABC Trek itinerary. Therefore, this blogger strongly advises you to allocate at least 9 to 10 days holiday to explore almost every aspects of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route. Similarly, 10 Days itinerary can provide you all the services from Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp to Kathmandu via Pokhara.

Normal ABC Trek Itinerary vs Shortest ABC Trek Itinerary

I think, by now you have understood that the shortest ABC Trek itinerary requires lots of physical fitness level and rush walking style. However, the normal Annapurna Base Camp Trek of 12 to 14 Days itinerary can be done comfortably enjoying every natural and cultural attractions of the trail. In some cases, you may also get quality time to spend in the touristic city of Pokhara doing various sightseeing activities after the trek. If you are a beginner and wish to reach the Annapurna Base Camp (4130 m), then this blogger strongly recommends the regular ABC Trek itinerary.

Is the Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek difficult? Is it rush trekking style?

Yes, the short 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is comparatively difficult than the regular trek. The rush trekking style is best suited to those trekkers who have prior trekking experience. You need to be in the best physical fitness level with sound cardiovascular abilities. Therefore, prepare physically at least one month prior to the trek. Improve your stamina by doing exercises like hiking, walking, cycling, running, and swimming everyday for 2 to 3 hours at least one month prior to the trek. Besides physical preparation, you must pack the essential things and you must also get the best trekking guide to assist you on your journey to the Annapurna Base Camp in the shortest time possible.

Average Cost of the Annapurna Base Camp Trek in Nepal

The shorter is the number of days, the cheaper will be the trekking package prices. Therefore, expect lesser trekking rates for the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Treks. Generally, the standard trekking package prices start from 425 $ per person with standard inclusions. You will get lodging, meals, transportation, guide, and porter services from Pokhara to Pokhara in the shortest Annapurna Base Camp Trek package.

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