Women-Only Trek ABC Trek Nepal – 12 Days

Know Before You Book – Women Only Trek Nepal Information

Trip Name: Women Only Trek Nepal – 12 Days
Duration: 12 days
Difficulty: Medium
Maximum Altitude: 4130m
Group Size: Max 12

Difficulty & Fitness

This trek is rated Medium. Medium treks involve 5-7 hours of walking daily with significant elevation gain. Suitable for fit trekkers with some experience. The maximum altitude is 4130m. You need a fitness level of Moderate to High – cardio training 3-4 times weekly for 8-12 weeks before departure, hill walking with a day pack, and core strength exercises.

Read our difficulty guides: Annapurna Base Camp Vs Mardi Himal Scenery Difficulty, Ghorepani Poon Hill Vs Mardi Himal Views Difficulty.

Best Time to Go

Spring (March to May) brings warming weather, rhododendron blooms, and reliable mountain visibility. Autumn (September to November) offers the clearest skies, crisp air, and stable trekking conditions. Winter (December to February) is cold but possible on lower routes. Summer monsoon (June to August) brings rain and obscured views.

Read our seasonal guides: Annapurna Region Treks Crowded Peak Season, Annapurna Base Camp Photography Season Fewer Crowds.

Accommodation & Meals

Accommodation: Star Hotel, Tea House. Tea houses are family-run lodges with simple twin-share rooms and shared bathrooms. Luxury lodges (where available) offer heated ensuite rooms. 3-star or higher hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Three meals daily (BLD) included during treks with tea and coffee. Vegetarian options widely available.

Food and water guides: Tea House Trekking Annapurna Circuit, Poon Hill Trek Teahouses And Food Guide.

Transportation

Transport: Private Vehicle + Bus/Flight. Domestic flights (where applicable) are weather-dependent – build 1-2 buffer days into your schedule. Private ground transport uses comfortable AC vehicles.

Flight and transport guides: Australian Travelers Flights Rest Days Annapurna Base Camp, Jomsom Muktinath Trek Transport Backup Flights Roads.

Required Permits

Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit (NPR 3,390), TIMS Card. We arrange all permits on your behalf once we receive your passport copy and 4 passport-size photos after booking. Permit fees are included in your trip cost.

Permit guides: Mardi Himal Vs Annapurna Circuit Scenery Time, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Permits Guide.

Altitude Safety

Maximum altitude is 4130m. Above 3,500m, altitude sickness is a real risk. Our itinerary includes acclimatization days, guides carry pulse oximeters and emergency oxygen. Walk slowly, stay hydrated (3-4 liters daily), avoid alcohol above 3,500m, report symptoms immediately. Travel insurance covering helicopter evacuation is mandatory.

Altitude safety guides: Beginner Annapurna Treks Manageable Altitude, 12 Day Annapurna Circuit Too Rushed Acclimatization.

Training & Preparation

Read our training guides: Annapurna Circuit Trek Fitness Level, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Operator Mixed Fitness.

Insurance Requirement

Travel insurance is mandatory for all our treks and tours. Your insurance must cover trekking to 4130m altitude (for treks), emergency helicopter evacuation up to USD 10,000, emergency medical treatment, and trip cancellation. We recommend World Nomads, IMG Global, or Allianz Adventure plans. Bring a printed copy of your insurance certificate.

Insurance guides: What Cancellation Terms And Travel Insurance Details Matter Before Booking A Ren, Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Insurance Needed.

Cultural Etiquette

Dress modestly at religious sites (cover shoulders and knees). Remove shoes before entering temple sanctums. Walk clockwise around stupas and chortens. Ask permission before photographing people. Use your right hand for eating and passing items. Say namaste (palms together) as a greeting.

Culture guides: Manaslu Vs Annapurna Circuit Village Culture, Annapurna Circuit Mountain Views Villages Culture.

Booking & Payment

To confirm your booking, a deposit is required (50% for helicopter tours). The balance is due 30 days before departure (7 days for helicopter tours). We accept bank transfer, credit card (4% surcharge), PayPal. Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure. We strongly recommend travel insurance covering trip cancellation. Contact us for current pricing and availability.

What is Not Included

International airfare to/from Kathmandu, Nepal visa fee (USD 30 for 15 days), travel and rescue insurance (mandatory), personal trekking gear and clothing, hot showers and device charging on trek, alcoholic beverages, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, tips for guide/porter/driver (recommended 10-15% of trip cost), and any costs from unforeseen events like weather delays.