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Annapurna Circuit Trek
The Annapurna Circuit trekking is considered one of the world’s great trekking trail, the trek reveals itself gradually, climbing through subtropical scenery to a Tibetan influenced valley and then over the high Thorongla to the Kaligandaki valley wchih was once the vital trader corridor to Tibet With the mountain pass, the world’s deepest valleys, the high and wild desert plateau of western Tibet, monasteries, pristine forests and people as diverse as Tibetan Buddhist lamas and Hindu villager We begin the trekking from Syange after drive there by bus and local jeep from Kathmandu, trek climbs through terraced hillsides and wooded ridges as you ascend the Marsyangdi Valley. As you walk, the peaks of Manaslu, Himalchuli and Lamjung tower above-a taste of peaks to come. Forest gives way to high altitude meadows and windswept ridges as you enter the region of Manang-your first real slice of Tibetan culture and landscape. finally you will cross the Thorong pass and arrive the famous Hindus pilgrimages place Muktinath, from here you will take a local jeep to Tatopani natural hot spring and continue trekking to Poonhill best places for sunrise and spectacular mountain view, finally trekking down to Pokhara with the forest, waterfalls and rice fields
Some part of the circuit trekking has now road and people feel bored working in same road where vehicle are moving around, We have make the shorter version itinerary of this world famous trekking with taking local jeeps where there is road and test trekking with great scenery of the classic trekking. From Besisahar to Syange and Muktinath to Tatopani so the people who have less time also can do this beautiful trekking.
Annapurna Circuit Trek Highlights:
Mostly visited Trekking route, Picturesque villages, turbulent river gorges, Ascending the Marshyangdi valley, Visit old Buddhist monastery in Braga - Explore beautiful Manang village- Crossing the Throng- La (5416m) - The Pilgrimage town of Muktinath, Typical Thakali village in Tukuche, The Apple kingdom of Nepal in Marpha, Views of Dhaulagiri Ice- fall, The world deepest gorge in the Kali Gandaki River, Natural Hot spring at Tatopani.
Fact File:
Trek Name :Annapurna Circuit Trekking (Shorter Version)
Trek Duration:13 Days
Best Season:February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain.
Trek Grade :Moderate + Fairly Strenuous
Accommodation :Tea House
Group Size:Min.1 to Max 10 persons in a group
820 m
Max altitude:5416 m
Mode of Travel:Drive: Car/Van/Bus to Besisahar/Pokhara and Flight: Pokhara
Price:For the most up-to-date and competitive price, please Contact Us
Trekking Map
Annapurna Circuit Trekking Itinerary
Day 1: Meet at Kathmandu Airport:
We will meet you at the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. When you have had time to settle in and freshen up after your long flight, you will be invited to visit our office for a briefing about your program. During this visit we will help you check your equipment and facilitate the processing of other necessary items such as National Park Permits etc.
Day 02: A full days sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley:
After breakfast our guide will accompany you on tour of sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley. You will visit the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. You will also visit Swyambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, a 2000 year old temple, and visit Patan City, famous for its fine arts and historical architecture. On return to your hotel you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner and perhaps take a leisurely stroll through the famous Durbar Square , overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Syange/ Jagat (1100m)
Early morning drive to Besisahsar/Bhulbhule through Prithvi High way from Besisahar or Bhulbhule teak a local jeep to Syange the drive is with the view of River, greeneries, local villages and beautiful mountain scenery, from Syange trekking to Jagat overnight in guesthouse, if the drive is late we can stay in Syange also.
Day 04: Syange/Jagat trekking to Dharapani 1960m
after breakfast start the working through jungle after we left Chamje from chamje the trail goes bank of Marshyangdi river mostly climbing before arrive in Tal from here we . We enter Manang district trail continues through barley, rice, potato fields and pine forests past the village of Kodo taking us to Dharapani, which is one of the big villages in the Manang valley. Overnight in Dharapani.
Day 05: Dharapani trekking to Chame: (2630 m.)
Today The trail climbs along the mule track through in and fir forest and then follows the river for a time amongst the higher oak and maple trees. On the way you will have spectacular views of views of major Himalayan peaks. Overnight in Chame.
Day 06: Chame trekking to Pisang (3300m).
Today the trail the trail follows through steep and narrow river valley with deep forest. Along the way you will be rewarded with the best mountain view of Pisang peak and Annapurna 2, Overnight at Pisang
Day 07: Pisang trekking to Manang (3570m)
Today we can follow the two routes to reach Manang, the easier low route follows the valley floor via hongde and the strenuous route follow along the river north side of the valley which takes about 3 hour more than normal lower route.
the trail goes through the fields of grazing Yak and a wide variety of crops before arriving Mananag which provides the spectacular views of Annapurna 2, 3, 4, Gangapurna and Tarkekang.
Day 08: Manang - Acclimatization day
This is a rest day to acclimatize to the higher altitude. Spend a time with visiting monasteries, side trip to Gangapurna Lake, doing some excursions with the wonderful views around the villages, take advice from Himalayan Rescue Association and observe the spectacular views of the Himalaya.
Day 09 : Manang trekking to to Letdar (4250m).
Today the trail move through alpine pastures to scrubby forests of juniper and rose, with leaving the Marshyangdi the trail ascend up to Tenki. From here continue ascend to Letdar via Yak kharka
Day 10: Letdar trekking to Phedi (4420m) or High camp (4600m).from here the trail continue climb along the bank of the Jorsang Khola, It is some time possible to see herds of blue mountain sheep. Stay overnight at Phedi or can continue climbing up to High camp.
Day 11: Phedi or High Camp trekking to Muktinath (3800m).
From Phedi the trail becomes steep, switch backing up moraines and following rocky ridges as it ascends to the pass. The views from the trail and from the pass are outstanding, you can see the long great barrier ridged, Gangapurna, Annapurna, Thorong peak Khatung Kang peak. From the top the trail descends steeply down to Muktinath. This is one of the most important pilgrimage sights for Hindus. It is also home to many ethnics Tibetans and holy Buddhists. Overnight at Muktinath
We ascend steeply to high camp at 4590m then along an undulating trail to the flat top of Throngla( 5416m) from here the trail descend steeply down to Muktinath. This is one of the most important pilgrimage sights for Hindus. It is also home to many ethnics Tibetans and holy Buddhists stay at 3800m
Day 12: Muktinath drive to Tatopani (1180m): drive to Tatpani with local jeep through the Kaligandaki valley with world deepest George, the drive is not that easyable as it is on local vehicle and need to share with others on the newly constructed road and some point need to change the vehicle, can hire a private jeep also. When we arrive at Tatopani, we relax our weary muscles with a dip in one of the hot spring pools. Overnight in Tatopani
Day 13: Tatopani trekking to Ghorepani (2850m) : Today we will work though the midland village with observing local people life and working style, we will pass the Sikha and Ghara village with terraced and inclined farmlands. The trail goes through rhododendron, birch, magnolia with some meadows. When we go more higher the view of Mt Dhaulagiri and surroundings mountains are spectacular, overnight in Ghorepani.
Day 14: Ghorepani hiking to poonhill and trekking down to Hile (1495m): Early morning trek up to Poonhil, One of the best Himalayan view points in Nepal poonhill provides an unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas . From poonhill one can enjoy spectacular view of Dhaulagiri I (8167m), Tukuche Peak Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and Tarke Kang (7193m), Gangapurna (7454m), Lamjung Himal (6986m), Mt Fishtail ( Macchapuchre 6997m), Tent Peak and many more High Himalayas, trek down to Ghorepani after breakfast trekking down to Hile with rhododendron forest and waterfalls.
Day 15: Hile trekking to Nayapul drive to Pokhara: we gradually walk through the nice terraces, rice fields and lust green valley, the trails passes by a bamboo forest and spectacular waterfalls before arriving Nayapul, from Nayapul catch car or taxi to arrive Pokhara, overnight in Pokhara.
Day 16: Pokhara – Kathmandu, drive or fly out to Kathmandu, evening join cultural show and Nepali dinner, hotel
Day 17: Final Departure: We will take you to the Kathmandu Airport to catch your flight home. We will wish you a happy journey in the traditional and cultural way of Nepal and hope to see you again!
Price For The Trip:
The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu and/or Pokhara will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodation) The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The number of guides and/or porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.
Please mail us for up to date prices for the above itinerary
Cost Include:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car/van
- 3 night hotel in Kathmandu on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Guided Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour with English speaking Tour guide, and transport by private car / van.
- 1 night hotel in Pokhara on a twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Trekking Permit.
- TIMS Permit (Trekking Information Management System) Card for the Annapurna Trek.
- Kathmandu to Syange/Jagat and Muktinath to Tatopani transport by Bus (Note: Private Car/Landcruiser transport also available by adding extra cost).
- Full board meals during the trekking (meals are choices from Menu) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
- Twin sharing Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trekking.
- An Experienced & Professional Government license holder Trekking guide trained in wilderness first aid.
- Trekking porter carry all personal gear and group equipment( 1 porter for 2 person basis)
- Food, accommodation, salary, local tax, all trekking equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
- Proper Insurance for all trekking staff including porter.
- Above Himalaya’s duffle bag if necessary.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- All necessary paper works, office Service charge and all Government Taxes
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
- Above the Himalaya Special Gifts (T shirt, Pashmina shawl, Trekking certificates and others)
- Pokhara to Kathmandu Transport by Tourist Bus. (if you want to take a flight or want to travel by private car is available, by adding extra cost)
- Welcome/Fare well Nepali Culture Dinner in Kathmandu
Cost Exclude:
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara ranges from US $ 12- US$ 14 per day.
- Nepal entry Visa Fee (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal ’s Airport in Kathmandu )
- International/Domestic Airfare and Airport Tax, Sightseeing entry fee for the city tour.
- Any kind of drinks, hot and cold, hot water, alcoholic and soft drinks.
- Dessert, chocolates, personal shopping, laundry, phone call, internet, Camera battery charging.
- Personal trekking Equipment, travel and medical insurance & helicopter rescue, personal expenses.
- Tips and Gratitude (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
Private Trip Departure everyday upon your request. But if you would like to join one of our Groups please see below our fixed group departure dates as per your requirement.
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