15 5-Day Experiences in Nepal to Build a Day Around

1.Annapurna base camp trek 5 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 252 reviews · from $699Our pick

This six-day small-group trek takes you from Kathmandu to Pokhara, through rhododendron, bamboo, and oak forests, and up to Annapurna Base Camp. An English-speaking guide handles permits, lodges, meals, and transport for groups of up to 12. Expect a moderate physical challenge and simple tea-house stays.

“Totally disappointed with the whole trip experience: 1. Before the trip, it’s clearly stated that the team would provide enough tablet to purify tapped water, however the tour guide forgot to bring and not willing to buy/correct his mistake. InRead more”

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2.Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 5-Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · from $99

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, drive to Simrung, and trek through rhododendron forests to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters. This private five-day trip includes a guide, permits, four lodge nights, transport, and a Jhinu hot spring stop. Guides on past departures have included Raj, Smile Ghale, and Om Raj.

“Highly recommended trip! I am female solo traveller and I felt safe throughout the entire trip under the care of Oham Raj Tamang and Narayan. They took care of me well during the trip and always checking if I needed help with anything.”

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3.Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · 5 days · from $96

Trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters in five demanding days. You will pass waterfalls, bamboo forest, Gurung villages, and Jhinu Danda hot springs with a licensed guide such as Raju, Pratip, or Smile.

“My experience with Cordial Trek was great! From the minute I booked the experience they gave me all the information I needed and replied to any queries I had. The trek itself was well organised and led by my great guide Smile! He gave us great information about the local area as well as making sure we were safe and comfortable at all times, regularly taking breaks and making use of good photo opportunities. The food throughout was great and accommodation was more than adequate - we even had private rooms. The entire organisation of the activity and the trek itself was great ☺️”

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4.5-Day Annapurna Basecamp Trek with Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 5 days · from $155

You’ll trek privately with an English, Hindi, or Nepali-speaking guide from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, passing Sinuwa, Deurali, and Bamboo before relaxing at Jhinu’s hot springs. Guides such as Anil, Santosh, Uttam, and Bishnu are available through the operator.

“I did the 5 day Annapurna Base Camp with Anil and I couldn’t recommend him enough! He’s incredibly kind and very funny so it meant the 5 days went by really quickly (maybe too quickly). This being my first long trek he was also encouraging and patient as some days were a little longer than others, he also told me loads about the region which adds to the appreciation and understanding of the trek. Sad it came to an end but happy to have Anil in all my photos to be able to look back on!”

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5.5 Day Private Guided Trekking in Annapurna Base Camp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $225

You’ll trek privately from Siwai to Annapurna Base Camp with a guide such as Sirjan or Srijan, passing Gurung villages, forests, waterfalls, Machapuchare Base Camp, and Jhinu Danda. The $225 price includes transport, permits, guide costs, meals, and four nights of trekking food.

“We were totally blown away by the positivity and knowledge of our guide, Sirjan! The porters were fun and helpful too, and everyone made the entire experience as great as it possibly can be! The views are amazing the entire way, and I highly recommend going for the ABC hike with Bold Himalaya and Sirjan!”

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6.Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 5 Days from Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $450

Trek from Pokhara through Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Ghandruk with a certified guide and a group of nine or fewer. Guesthouse beds, meals, permits, private transport, porters, and a sunrise hike are included, making this a well-supported introduction to Nepal’s mountain trails.

“The Ghorepani Poonhill trek of 5 days from Pokhara is complete, because you trek in several environments, as trail, small road, steps, jungle, passing over several guesthouses and you can see some Himalayan peeks above 8000 m high. It is nRead more”

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7.5-Day Sunrise Tour in Kathmandu Near Everest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $370

Spend five days exploring Kathmandu Valley with airport transfers, private vehicle transport, four hotel nights, breakfast, and an English-speaking guide. Visit Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Patan, and Bhaktapur, then watch sunrise from Nagarkot. Mr Victory is one driver noted for clear explanations and good humor.

“The driver , Mr Victory was excellent, well spoken, explained some of the history , had a great sense of humour . The food was very good and value for money.”

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8.5 Days Adventures Lower Mustang Trip by 4WD Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $430

Travel privately from Pokhara into Lower Mustang by 4WD Jeep, with an English-speaking guide such as Amrit, Biru, Krishna, or Prakash. Expect mountain views, Marpha’s apple gardens, Kagbeni’s desert greenery, Muktinath’s Hindu and Buddhist sites, Dhumba Lake, and Tatopani’s natural hot spring.

“Our 5-day Mustang Jeep tour with Couch Adventure Nepal was an unforgettable experience! The journey through rugged landscapes, ancient monasteries, and breathtaking Himalayan views was truly mesmerizing. Our guide Biru was knowledgeable, friendly, and made tRead more”

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9.5-Day Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 days · from $181

Walk from Pokhara through Australian Camp, Pothana, Low Camp, and High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp. Your private trek includes permits, tea-house lodging, transport, and an English-speaking guide such as Santosh. Expect mountain sunrises, steep sections, simple meals, and cold nights.

“stunning view and challenging trek, our guide is super kind and helpful, speak fluent English. it's my first time multi days trekking. Ive got a knee problem, but I still able to finish the trek, so I think it's difficulty are just fine for most trekking fans. diamox and hiking poles are recommended.”

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10.5 Days Hiking, Tour, Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Kathmandu, Nepal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $586

Join a small group of up to 15 at Nepal Yoga Home in Kathmandu for four hotel nights, morning yoga, evening meditation, heritage sightseeing, and selected hikes. Instructor Manoj, manager Tirtha, and guide Mynos are named in the program’s guest feedback, with visits to Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Patan, Bhaktapur, and more.

“I did short yoga, spa and tour aroud kathmandu i am really get recharged and rejuvenated. All the program is cler and the guide and owner are very helpful.”

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11.5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 days · from $136

Trek from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters in five days with a private English-speaking guide. Walk through rice terraces, forests, Gurung villages, Machhapuchhre Base Camp, and Jhinu’s hot springs. Guides including Santosh, Prabit, and Ramit have helped hikers manage pace and mountain logistics.

“Awesome service, we had a trekking guide Santosh, who was kind, understandble and great person overall.”

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12.5 Day Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek in Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $230

Trek from Pokhara through rhododendron forests, Gurung and Magar villages, and high alpine ridges to Mardi Himal Base Camp. Your private group gets an English-speaking guide, permits, guesthouse stays, and shared transfers. Guides may include Amrit, Biru, or Bikram, depending on assignment.

“Our 5-day Mardi Himal Base Camp trek from Pokhara was an unforgettable adventure! The trail offered breathtaking views of Machapuchare, Annapurna, and Mardi Himal, with diverse landscapes from lush forests to alpine ridges. The suRead more”

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13.Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek (5 Days)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $480

Trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal Base Camp with a private guide, tea-house nights, forest paths, and sunrise over the Annapurna peaks. The five-day route includes transport, permits, meals, and lodging. Guides such as Madhav and porters such as Gopal have led this trek.

“I went on an 8 day Mardi trek with Madhav as a guide. He took care of all logistics including booking flights and bus to Pokhara, booking lodges and helped me to choose a route according to my interests. Also, Madhav was really great comRead more”

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14.5-Day Gosaikunda Lake Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 5 days · from $179

Trek from Kathmandu to sacred Gosaikunda Lake at 4,380 meters with an English, Hindi, or Icelandic-speaking guide. You’ll hike through Langtang National Park, visit nearby alpine lakes, stay four nights in mountain guesthouses, and travel in a small group of up to 14 people.

“We had the most fantastic time on this tour. This was greatly impacted by our experience with Terence. He was so knowledgeable about the region and also was very accommodating with our plans during the trek. He is a lovely guy and fantastic guide. He always puts your safety first. I would highly recommend this tour. It was a quiet trek and great to be at one with nature.”

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15.Pkr/Kathmandu: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp & Hot spring Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 5 days · from $60Best value

Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp in five demanding days. Your private guide leads you through forest, waterfalls, Gurung villages, and the high mountain bowl at 4,130 meters. Guides such as Sagar, Raj, Shiva, and Nareen have led recent trips, with hot springs at Jhinu Danda as a welcome finish.

“Our ABC trip was completed, thanks to Sagar as our Tour Guide. I especially want to thank you for Azis as our porter he works above and beyond. He is very helpful, kind, and has a good knowledge about ABC and good English.”

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