Annapurna Base Camp vs Kanchenjunga Base Camp
Pick Annapurna Base Camp for
photography, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Kanchenjunga Base Camp for
peace and quiet, nature, fewer people
| Annapurna Base Camp | Kanchenjunga Base Camp | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Kaski, Gandaki | Nepal, Taplejung, Koshi |
| Highest point | 4,130 m | 5,140 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Difficult |
| Trek distance | about 110 km | about 180 km |
| Days on the ground | 8–10 | 14–16 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Busy | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,500 | about ₹4,000 |
| Gateway | Pokhara | Kathmandu (Bhadrapur / Suketar) |
| With kids | Not advised | Not advised |
| With seniors | Not advised | Not advised |
| Permits | ACAP permit. Guide rules for foreign trekkers changed in 2023 — check current rules for Indian nationals with the Nepal Tourism Board. | Kanchenjunga Restricted Area Permit + KCA permit. Registered agency required. |
Annapurna Base Camp: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
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- Apr
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- Aug
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- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Kanchenjunga Base Camp: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely