How much does ABC trek cost?

The cost for ABC trek depends on the days you will spend or the pathway you choose or according to your comfort. The standard cost for ABC is priced at around USD $800-$1400 depending on your path any extra sightseeing. The longer or semi luxury trek usually costs USD $1140+ which usually includes better accommodation and private transport facilities. You can trek alone also which will greatly reduce your cost at about USD $450-$700 which is good for your budget but I personally recommend choosing an licensed and registered travelling agency because the risks will be greatly reduced and your trip will be more memorable and enjoyable.

The standard 10 days ABC trek price at Base Camp Trip pvt.ltd is priced at USD $899 and there are other also various options available ranging from 7 days to 15 days depending on the prices which you can check out if you are planning to do ABC trek.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Permit Cost:

Currently the only mandatory permit for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is ACAP( Annapurna Conservation Area Permit). If you are a foreign national it will cost you USD $23-$30, If you are a SAARC national it will cost you USD $7-$8.

Although you no more need TIMS card for ABC trek it is still mentioned in safety measure. A TIMS card is a permit designed to ensure the safety and security of trekkers by tracking their location.

If you were to take TIMS card it will cost you around USD $15-$20.

Guide and Porter cost:

If you are travelling to ABC for the first time I highly suggest that you get a licensed guide so your journey will be easier and you will have more fun at it. The guides will take you through the best route and will also provide care in medical emergencies which is why they are very important

A standard cost for a licensed guide usually ranges from USD $25-$35 per day. This price includes their wage, food and accommodation.

When trekking you will have loads of heavy item with you like; sleeping bag, clothes and other accessories. Carrying all that weight by yourself will be a hassle and pain for you making your trek quite painful. So hiring a porter will relief that pain of yours. A porter usually carries about 22-25 kg of weight. They usually charge USD $18-$25 per day.

You can also hire Guide-cum-Porter which acts as both a Guide and Porter reducing your cost but they will carry less weight than a dedicated porter, they will charge about USD $30-$45.

If you trek in group you can share one guide and porters greatly reducing the cost. Tipping is not mandatory but is often appreciated. Usually USD $5-$10 of tip is given at the end of trek.

Accommodation cost:

During ABC trek you will mostly be spending your nights in tea houses or private lodges depending on your comfort and budget. The prices will keep increasing as you go higher altitude.

The cost for stay at teahouses at lower trail is around USD $5-$10, on the Mid-trek villages it is priced at round USD $8-$15, at high altitudes it is priced around USD $15-$25. Rooms are usually twin sharing room with simple basic beds and blankets.

During peak seasons there is scarcity of rooms so arriving early is recommended, also if you are with the local agencies or travel guide they usually book rooms beforehand making it secure for you.

Hot showers, WIFI, and charging re charged extra money about USD $2-$5.

Meals and Drinks cost:

The best meal that almost all of the trekkers enjoy in ABC Trek or any other trek in Nepal is Dal Bhaat Tarkari, which consist of steamed rice lentils and veggies along with a side of pickles, you can also wish to have choose chicken or goat to have the rice with which will slightly increase the cost. The usual cost of meal in ABC trek is USD $4-$10 per meal depending upon your location.

Bottled water will cost you around USD $1-$3, Hot beverages like tea will cost around $1-$3+, beer might cost you around $5-$7 per can(often more expensive at higher stops).

If you want to save your budget then you can bring a water bottle with purifiers/filter/tablets by which you can fill water from the local taps to avoid buying too many bottled water.

Transportation cost of ABC trek:

The transportation cost depends on where you start, if your starting point is Kathmandu then to travel to Pokhara there are various ways to do so. Tourist buses will charge about USD $10-$15 one-way, you can rent a private jeep which will cost you around USD $100-$150 which can be shared if you are travelling in a group, you can also catch a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara which will cost you around USD $90-$130 the flights run daily but may get delayed sometimes due to the weather.

Once in Pokhara, to reach your starting point you can take local bus which will cost you around USD $3-$7 or a rented Jeep which can cost you USD $30-$60+ or you can also take a taxi costing you USD $15-$25 depending on the distance.

Return trip will also cost you same amount of money. Some trekkers usually choose quick return through Helicopter directly from ABC to Pokhara which will cost you about USD $300-$500 per person depending on company and season.

Conclusion:

This above mentioned prices may vary from seasons but other than that the costs are usually same. If you are planning to trek to ABC then highly recommend you to do so. It will be for sure be your once in a life time memory. You can both choose to travel independently or through an local trekking agency. If you are still unsure and want to get more detailed info about it on day to day basis you can check us out at Base Camp Trip pvt.ltd or contact us in the number given.

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