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Annapurna Circuit Trek

Trekking to Annapurna Circuit is more than just a trekking; it is also the great privilege to explore the hidden mystery of remote Himalaya. Annapurna Circuit is the part of gigantic Annapurna mountain range that covers the total length of the route varying from 160-230 km, depending on where the trek starts and ends. Annapurna circuit trek is well-known for its diversity of landscapes, topography and climatic zone, it traverses during the trail. Starting from subtropical, 730m at Beshishar, the trail goes through lush vegetation, quaint village and varied landscapes before reaching Thorong La Pass (5,416m), the highest point of the trek. Staring trek through anti-clockwise route needs daily low altitude gain per day and crossing Thorong La Pass is safe and easy. The gripping glimpse of Mount Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Gangapurana, Annapurna and Manaslu are what you get to view most of the time during the trail. Annapurna Circuit is voted as one of most beautiful long-distance trail in the world.

The trial starts from Beshisahar (730m) and snakes through the rice paddy tiered valleys, gigantic cliff across roaring rivers into Tibetan Buddhist settlements and climbs high into Himalayan peaks. Beshisahar lies at seven hours northwest drive from Kathmandu. The concluding point of the trek is Kali Gandaki gorge, the deepest canyon in the world and the bisecting point of Dhaulagiri on the west and Annapurna on the east.

Annapurna Circuit Trek is moderately difficult and it can be strenuous at higher altitude. Since teahouses are built throughout the trail route; it can be done in fully teahouse mode. 15-day trekking requires an optimum level of fitness and preparedness. With a construction of a road, the trekking route has shrunken significantly but mountain biking is becoming popular with Mustang in particular one of fascinating mountain biking destination in the world.

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu Airport (1,300m) and transfer to hotel

Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley including UNSCEO designated heritage sites. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Beshishar and drive again to Chame (2,670m/4-5 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Trek from Chame to Pisang (3,200m/5-6 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Trek from Pisang to Manang (3,540m/5 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Acclimatization and exploration day at Manang.

Day 07: Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4,020m/5 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong High Camp (4,800m/5 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 09: Early morning hike to Thorong-la-pass (5,416m) and trek down to Muktinath (3,760m) – 7/8 hours. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom(2,720m/5-6 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Early morning flight to Pokhara (900m/20 minutes). Full day sightseeing of Pokhara city. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,300m/7 hours). Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Transfer to airport for final departure

  • Airport to Hotel pickup and drop transportation by private van
  • Accommodation and meals throughout trek
  • Kathmandu City tour
  • All national flights as per itinerary
  • All Trekking permits and required entrance fee
  • An experienced guide, porters and their accommodation and meals
  • Trekking equipments
  • Safe drinking water –boiled/iodinate
  • First medical kit
  • All government and local tax
  • All office charge
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance charge
  • International flight fare
  • Nepal entry fare- 25$ for 15 days, 40$ for 30 days and 90$ for 100 days
  • Personal nature expenses- alcoholic beverages, mineral water, special menu, shopping, internets, laundry
  • Hot showers during the trek
  • Personal trekking equipments
  • Tips for guides, porters and drivers (Tips are expected but not mandatory)