HIGHLIGHTS

  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Ascending the Marshyangdi River valley
  • Get acquainted with the mountain people in the heart of Himalayas
  • Views of the world’s highest mountains: Dhaulagiri I (7th), Manaslu (8th) and Annapurna I (10th)
  • Crossing the Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters
  • The pilgrimage town of Muktinath

At a glance

Duration
17 Days
Starting Point
Syange
Ending Point
Pokhara
Accomodation
Lodge
Highest point
5416 m
Grade
Moderate & High passes
Annapurna Circuit Trek

Overview

Annapurna Circuit Trekking, also recognized as Round Annapurna Trek –  as being the classic trekking route; trekking to this entire Annapurna Himalayan range and exclusive views of impressive wanderings through the astonishing variety of landscape with mixtures of different ethnicities on the trail.

The mountains you get to perceive from the Annapurna Circuit is Annapurna I (8090 m, 26545 ft) (the 10th highest peak in the world) and was first climbed by the French summit in 1950. Other peaks like Mount Dhaulagiri ( 8165 m,26795 ft) (7th highest peak in the world ), Mount Manaslu ( 8165 m,26780 ft) (the 8th highest peak ) and Mount Machhapuchare (also known as Fishtail) (6995 m, 22945 ft).

This trek takes you to the abundant sub-tropical area to the huge dense alpine forest where you will be crossing the challenging Thorong La Pass (5415 m) which is the highest point of this trek. This trekking is to some extent moderate or rather a tranquil trek. With sound health, any trekkers can attempt this trek.

he way to the Annapurna Circuit Trek begins from a scenic drive to Besishar. We then start our trek from Khudi, from where you slightly get the glimpse of Manaslu range. Then our trail takes us to the subtropical forests, ascending and descending, after crossing several suspension bridges, we reach Sirung village. The communities living here are mostly from the Tamang ethnic group and you get to discover their culture and livelihood. As we continue on the trail, we will be crossing through terraced fields and after few suspension bridges, we reach Dharapani and headed towards Chame, which is the headquarter of the Manang district. We then head to Pisang, spotting several temples on the way. Finally, we reach Manang, where we will be acclimatizing here.

At this Annapurna Circuit, there is no such high altitude but novice climbers may suffer some altitude sickness. So, we will halt here at Manang and do short hikes to some villages. And continuing our trek, we will reach Yak Kharka, where we will be spotting several yak herders on the trail. As continuing our trekking and crossing some more suspension bridges, we will be heading to the high cliff Thorang La (5416 m), where we get the splendid view of Mount Gundang, Mount Syagang, Mount Thorung and Mount Khatungkan. And from Thoangpedi, we will reach Muktinath, one of the sacred places for Hindus and Buddhists. We are then headed to Marpha, a well known place for apple farming.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Pre-trip meeting and sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03: Drive to Syange (1,100 m) from Kathmandu by private vehicle
Day 04: Trek to Tal (1,700 m)
Day 05: Trek to Danaque (1,860 m)
Day 06: Trek to Chame (2,670 m)
Day 07: Trek to Upper Pisang (3,300 m)
Day 08: Trek to Ngawal (3,660 m)
Day 09: Trek to Manang (3,500 m)
Day 10: Rest day at Manang village
Day 11: Trek to Yak Kharka (4,000 m)
Day 12: Trek to Thorong Phedi (4,450 m)
Day 13: Trek to Muktinath (3,800 m) via Thorung La Pass (5,416 m)
Day 14: Trek to Jomsom (2,710 m) via Lubra Pass (4,020 m)
Day 15: Drive to Tatopani (1,190 m)
Day 16: Rest Day at Tatopani
Day 17: Trek to Ghorepani (2,810 m)
Day 18: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m), Trek to Tikhedunga (1,570 m)
Day 19: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,350m)
Day 20: Final Departure

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