Annapurna Base Camp Trek vs Three Passes Trek
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Annapurna Base Camp Trek | Three Passes Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 15.0 mi24 km | 44 mi71 km |
| Elevation gain | 11,745 ft3,580 m | 16,637 ft5,071 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 5 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | National |
| Country | Nepal | Nepal |
| Best time to hike | Best from December to December | — |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Annapurna Base Camp Trek vs Three Passes Trek: which should you hike?
At 44 mi71 km, Three Passes Trek is the longer route — roughly 29 mi47 km more than Annapurna Base Camp Trek (15.0 mi24 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.