POKHARA, March 24: Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) above Ghandruk, considered the trail's gateway, is bustling with both local and foreign guests up to the base camp. Tourism entrepreneurs in the area noted that while Ghandruk sees a surge in domestic guests, the base camp area primarily accommodates foreign visitors.
On my third trip to Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal, I did much better with the altitude, even though I was much less fit. Here's how to make it much easier on yourself to get to the top.