Annapurna Base Camp vs Nar Phu Valley
Pick Annapurna Base Camp for
an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Nar Phu Valley for
peace and quiet, nature, culture and heritage, fewer people
| Annapurna Base Camp | Nar Phu Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Kaski, Gandaki | Nepal, Manang, Gandaki |
| Highest point | 4,130 m | 5,320 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Difficult |
| Trek distance | about 110 km | about 90 km |
| Days on the ground | 8–10 | 10–12 |
| 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 / Pokhara |
| 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. | Restricted Area Permit + ACAP + TIMS via a registered agency. |
Annapurna Base Camp: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Nar Phu Valley: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely