Annapurna Sanctuary Trek
A trek through terraced villages and rhododendron forest to the Annapurna Sanctuary and Annapurna Base Camp, with Poon Hill sunrise and 360-degree mountain views.
18 days / 17 nights
Region: Annapurna
Classic trek
Difficulty: Easy
Max Altitude: 4,130m
Overview
The Annapurna Sanctuary route starts from the Pokhara side and passes rice fields, villages and rhododendron forest before climbing through Chomrong and Deurali toward Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp. The trek includes Poon Hill sunrise, dramatic views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, the Annapurna glacier and a natural hot spring near Jhinu.
Trip highlights
- ✓ Poon Hill sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
- ✓ Reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130m
- ✓ Mountain views from Machhapuchhre Base Camp and the Sanctuary
- ✓ Walk through villages, terraced fields and rhododendron forest
- ✓ Natural hot spring near Jhinu