The short answer
Roughly: Nayapul 1,070 m, Tikhedhunga 1,540, Ulleri 2,070, Ghorepani 2,860, Tadapani 2,630, Chhomrong 2,170, Himalaya 2,920, Deurali 3,230, Machhapuchhre Base Camp 3,700 and Annapurna Base Camp 4,130. Figures vary slightly between sources.
Key facts
- Ghorepani
- About 2,860 m
- Chhomrong
- About 2,170 m
- MBC
- About 3,700 m
- ABC
- About 4,130 m
How it works
- Nayapul to GhorepaniSteep stone steps at Ulleri make this a hard but scenic day.
- Ghorepani to TadapaniPoon Hill at dawn, then a rhododendron forest walk.
- Tadapani to ChhomrongDescend and climb again; a big day.
- Chhomrong to DeuraliBamboo forest and river crossings.
- Deurali to ABCShort but high; sleep at 4,130 m and return.
Insider tip
The sanctuary trail goes up and down; total ascent is larger than the altitude difference suggests.
Avoid this
Do not rush the last two days above Deurali.
Related questions
How many days does ABC take?
Around 7 to 12 days depending on route and rest days.
Is altitude a risk?
Yes above about 3,500 m; ascend slowly.
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