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Annapurna Circuit Trek
Trimmer Springs Rd, Sanger
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Difficulty Level:
MediumTotal Days:
16DaysMax Altitude:
5461mDescription
Trip Overview
Highlights
- One of the most famous trekking trails in the world
- Traverse Thorong la Pass at 5416m
- High mountain ranges of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
- Beautiful landscapes and diverse cultures
Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the finest treks in Nepal, covering a 128-mile horseshoe-shaped route that encircles the mighty Annapurna Mountain Range.
Listed on the world’s best trekking trails in the world, Annapurna circuit trekking offers splendid Himalayan views, diverse landscapes and cultures. This journey delivers an unmatched trekking experience as you navigate through diverse landscapes, from lush subtropical forests and terraced fields to high-altitude pass at 5416m and glacial valleys.
Annapurna Circuit Trek offers a unique opportunity to experience over ten distinct ethnic cultures and traverse an incredible range of landscapes. From the breathtaking depths of the Kali Gandaki Gorge, the world’s deepest gorge, to the soaring heights of Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters, the Annapurna Circuit has earned its reputation as the Holy Grail of trekking adventures.
Join us on our Annapurna Circuit trip, that has been devised to cover every detail, ensuring you experience all that this incredible journey has to offer. The trip begins with an 8-hour drive from Kathmandu to Jagat, the gateway to your trek. As you gradually ascend through stunning valleys, you’ll have the opportunity to explore historic villages like Ghyaru and Ngawal, where the views are nothing short of spectacular. Conquer the challenging yet rewarding Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters (17,770 feet) and find spiritual solace at the revered Muktinath Temple. From there, descend to Jomsom, the trek’s endpoint, and take a brief 15-minute flight to Pokhara. Enjoy a night in this serene lakeside city before returning to Kathmandu to conclude your extraordinary journey.
Price Includes
All meals (B,L,D) on OPEN/CHOICE Menu during the trek
Twin-sharing accommodation at Kathmandu guest house or similar category for 3 nights with breakfast in Kathmandu.
Twin-sharing accommodation at Hotel Dandelion or a similar category for 1 night in Pokhara.
Twin-sharing accommodation at teahouses/lodges on the trek
All ground transportation as mentioned in the itinerary on private vehicle
All required permits for the trek (ACAP & TIMS Card)
Experienced local trek leader with a 1:4 assistant guide-to-client ratio
Full support crew with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers
All airport transfers and escorts as per flight time.
Comprehensive first aid kit with supplementary oxygen for emergency purpose
Staff equipment, insurance and allowances
Price Excludes
International airfare, Visa and travel insurance
Meals at Kathmandu and pokhara
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu or on trek for any reason (Early arrival or delay, Early arrival from trek due to any reason)
Personal expenses
Gratuities for staff
Itinerary
- Activities: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal. Upon completing the visa formalities and collecting your luggage's in the airport, kindly proceed to the exit of the arrival hall. Your trip leader will await you just outside the arrival hall and will escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Please look out for a placard of Highland Expeditions at the exit of arrival hall.
- Meals: None
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
- Activities: After early morning breakfast, we will head west and follow the Prithvi Highway along Trishuli River to the homeland of Central Himalaya including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre. The road offers an opportunity to have a view of rustic Nepal that comprises green hills, river, villages and snow-clad mountains at the backdrop. We will part our ways with the Highway at Dumre and choose the branched off route to Besisahar and continue to Jagat where we will stay overnight at a lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
- Activities: Our first day of Annapurna Circuit Trek, Early in the morning, we will lower down from Jagat village and follow the winding path along Marsyangdi River to the forest. A brief walk through sprawling forest will take us to Chamje village (1430m) from where we will cross the river and continue walking along its eastern edge. The trail takes brief ascend to the big village of Tal (1675m). Being clustered with tea houses and lodges, it will be fine idea to take our lunch at Tal. Enjoy the lunch in a serene atmosphere with mesmerizing natural views of surrounding valleys at Tal and take gradual ascend to Karte village. We need to cross the river at several points and move past the valley and pretty tiny villages to arrive at Dharapani.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Teahouse
- Activities: Leaving Dharapani, we will head west through the rugged trail to arrive at Marsyangdi River. We will follow the river uphill to Manang Valley. We will be blessed with mesmerizing views of Annapurna II (7937m) and Annapurna IV Mountains. Trade with Tibetans is the chief occupation of locals in this region. Following the old trade route, we will climb uphill through the forested ridge of oak and maple to Dhanakyu (2290m). Moving further through the rock-strewn path, we will reach Latemarang village (2360m). Passing through the forested ridges, we will reach Koto (2590m). Descending trail from Kotho will take us to Chame (2670m) which is the administrative headquarters of the region. We will be greeted with views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II Mountain and Annapurna IV Mountain at Chame. Stay overnight at Chame.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: lodge in chame
- Activities: Leaving Chame, we will cross over to the northern side of the river from where the trail stretches uphill through apple orchards to Bhratang village (2840m). This is marked as an old Khampa community. There will be a change in terrain from this point. We will follow the rock-strewn path through the tapered valley that is covered in thickets. Exiting from the forest, we will meet the river which we will cross over a suspension bridge that is located somewhere above 3040m from sea level. We will get the first view of magnificent Paungda Danda which is the 1500 m wall of rock that stems up from the river. We will traverse the ridge decorated with prayer flags and stone cairns to arrive at Pisang. We will visit local gompa and stay overnight in a teahouse.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Teahouse
- Activities: From Pisang, we will move along the north edge of the river uphill to the ridge via Ghyaru (3,670m/12,038ft) and Ngawal (3,660m/12,005ft) to Manang. This is going to be a long and slow climb as we cross the mark of 3600m height today for a part of our acclimatization. The climb is rewarding as we get breathtaking views of surrounding mountains of Annapurna 2, Annapurna 4, Annapurna 3 and Gangapura. We will lower down to the valley before continuing towards the Hongde (3325m) village. A small airstrip is located at this village. Walking along the mani wall, we will reach Mungli from where we need to cross the river. Walking along the northern shore, we will reach Braga (3475m). Lifestyle in this village is heavily influenced by neighbouring Tibetans. Braga also boasts of housing the largest gompa in the district. The gompa preserves collection of ancient Tibetan thankas that are more than 500yrs old. A brief walk from Braga will take us to Manang village that comprises of about 500 homes, mani walls and chortens. Chortens are supposed to ward evil spirit away.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Lodge in Manang
- Activities: An active rest and acclimatization day around Manang to adapt our body to the high altitude before we trek further to Thorungla Pass
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Lodge in Manang
- Activities: After morning tea, we will follow the narrow path to Tengi village (3620m) that locates above Manang. Taking brief ascent, we will head northwest up the valley of Jarsang River. We will head north and pass through a trail lined with juniper trees to reach Gunsang (3930m). We will walk through the alpine meadow. We get to see Gangapurna (7454m) and Annapurna III (7555m) Mountains from most of the point. We will descend to Yak Kharka where we will stay overnight.
- Meals :Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: teahouse
- Activities: We will leave Yak Kharka and follow the rugged trail to Letdar (4250m). From Letdar, we will follow the ascending trail to Jarsang River. Walking along the eastern edge of the Jarsang river, we will ascend to Thorong Phedi (4450m). This small settlement got its name from its geographical position which translates as Base of Thorong Hill. We will stay overnight in Thorung Phedi.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Teahouse
- This is going to be a challenging day. We will begin the long climb to the top of Thorong La. Following the cattle trail through moraine and snow, we will reach the summit in about 4hrs depending upon the weather condition and strength of climbers. The summit is festooned with prayer flags. We will rejoice the views of Kali Gandaki Valley to the west while we can get a view of Yakgawa Kang Peak (6481m) to the north. Sharp descend from Thorong La will take us to Muktinath temple. The journey is rewarding with views of Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Tukuche Peak (6920m). Walkthrough the moraine path and grassy slopes to Jhong Valley. Walking further, we will reach Muktinath where we will stay overnight.
- Meals :Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Teahouse
- Activities: Our final day of trekking on the Annapurna circuit. After breakfast, we begin our trek to Jomsom where the airport is built. The trail lowers down through barren hillside to Kagbeni. From Kagbeni, we will move to Jomsom via Ekla Bhatti. On reaching the river bed at Ekale-bhatti, we reach a small settlement with about 3-4 teahouses, where we can take a breather for some time. From here onwards, it can get very windy in the afternoon time, as our walk follows a gentle trail for another two hours till the large town of Jomsom is reached for our overnight camp. Jomsom, a large village town is the headquarters of the Mustang region with a small airstrip just above by the river Kaligandaki. In the evening, celebrate the successful completion of the trek with the trekking crews.
- Meals :Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Teahouse
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FAQs
Your tour will conclude in San Francisco on Day 8 of the trip. There are no activities planned for this day so you're free to depart at any time. We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to give yourself time to fully experience the wonders of this iconic city!
Day 1 of this tour is an arrivals day, which gives you a chance to settle into your hotel and explore Los Angeles. The only planned activity for this day is an evening welcome meeting at 7pm, where you can get to know your guides and fellow travellers. Please be aware that the meeting point is subject to change until your final documents are released.
Airport transfers are not included in the price of this tour, however you can book for an arrival transfer in advance. In this case a tour operator representative will be at the airport to greet you. To arrange this please contact our customer service team once you have a confirmed booking.
This tour has an age range of 12-70 years old, this means children under the age of 12 will not be eligible to participate in this tour. However, if you are over 70 years please contact us as you may be eligible to join the tour if you fill out G Adventures self-assessment form.
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Vendor 01
3030/0606/24242424 23:43
Good Trip
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3030/0606/24242424 23:43
Good Trip
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3030/0606/24242424 23:43
Easy way to discover the city
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Vendor 01
3030/0606/24242424 23:43
Trip was great
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System Admin
3030/0606/24242424 23:43
Trip was great
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