Location
AnnapurnaDuration
18 DaysAltitude
5,416 mDifficulty
ModerateGroup Size
2-16 paxBest Season
Autumn | Spring
Annapurna circuit trek is most popular trek within the mountain range of western Nepal. It holds the best trekking route among the backpackers and explorers. This incredibly beautiful trek entertains thousands of trekkers on every trekking season in Nepal. The lush vegetation of Annapurna Conservation Area Project, flora and fauna biodiversity and wildlife is the main attraction for the trekkers. The mesmerizing view of Marsyangdi Valley, rural lifestyle of people, monasteries and monastic culture are the authentic taste of the region. Most importantly the Himalayan panorama throughout the trek is great highlights.
The Annapurna Circuit Hike is one of the most popular hiking destination in the world. The trip passes through farms, canyons created by the Marsyangdi River. And forested areas before frequently emerging in villages with a diverse cultural heritage. Gains altitude while hiking, and the environment around it drastically alters. Trekkers encounter entirely different landscapes and cultures. The forest progressively transforms into low alpine tropical, and above 4,000 meters trees are not seen. A difficult adventure of this trek is the ascent from Manang to Thorong La Pass (5,416m), which is the highest summit of the Annapurna Circuit.
Arrival in Kathmandu, Evening, welcome dinner in Nepalese kitchen, hotel B/B plan.
Annapurna circuit trek preparation and day sightseeing in Kathmandu city, hotel B/B plan.
Drive to Bashishar 6 hours, another drive to Jagat village along the marshyangdi river valley and villages via bulbule and syange, local lodge.
Trekking to Dharapani village through old Annapurna trekking trail via Chamje and Tal, local lodge in Dharapani.
Trekking to Chame the gateway of Manang valley via Tamang village where you can have beautiful view of Mt. Manaslu Himalayan ranges, stay in lodge.
Trekking to Pisang Village, lodge, full board meal. A beautiful walking along the Marshyangdi river and alpine forest. You will slowly climb few hundred meter easily. After arrive in Dhukur Pokhara a hot lunch in local restaurant with the view of Mt. Tilicho, Mt. Annapurna II, Khangshar Peak, Pisang Peak, Chulu East and far east peak and Thorong la peak nice to see with Dal Bhat.
Trekking to Manang via upper Annapurna view route Ghyaru village and upper pisang village, great Annapurna Himalaya view from high place, lodge in manang.
Rest day at manang valley for acclimatize before crossing thorong la pass on the Annapurna circuit, This day we climb high and sleep low. Go uphill to the Cave monastery to see the great view of Mt. Annapurna range and step down to manang village, explore village. Evening Yak Steak or Yak Cheese in Manang.
Trekking to Yak Kharka. Walk about 3 to 4 hours, afternoon climb high steep low. Short hike up to 4500 meter and back. Guest House.
Trekking to Thorong-La pass Phedi. Hike about 3 to 4 hours. Get high altitude experience, hiking to High camp 4900 meter and back to Phedi. Guest House.
Big day climb thorong la pass and trek down to muktinath kaligandaki valley. Early Morning after hot tea and hot breakfast our thorong La pass journey heading to Pass. Steep climb up to high camp along the narrow trail and rocky. Short break and continue heading up to Thorong La pass it takes another 3 to 4 hours. Breathtaking view and picture and descent down to Muktinath with the view of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mustang Himalayas another 4 hours. Stay overnight at Guest House.
Trekking to Jomsom via Lubra village visit the only Bon culture monastery in Mustang. Walk with dusty and panoramic view of Mt. Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri and Tukuche peak with the strong wind in Kaligandaki valley. Jomsom is capital of Mustang. Spend night in Puthang.
Trekking to Kalopani village via old kaligandaki caravan route. Cross the suspension bridge after Marpha village, visit the Buddhist Tibetan camp and apple farms. You will cross some of ancient villages and reach to Kalopani. A advance village offer wide view of 8000 meter snowy peaks Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Annapurna view.
Trekking to Tatopani via old Annapurna classic trek trail, follow the newly developed alternative trek route to Ghasa village along the pine forest, narrow trail with fascinating view of Mt. Dhaulagiri. Walk along the Gurung and Magar villages in Kaligandaki valley, enjoy waterfall and flowers, evening enjoying in natural hot spring.
Trekking to Ghorepani for Poon hill panorama view point, lodge in Ghorepani. Today long uphill hike, passing many villages, Ghara, Shikha and Chitre, rhododendron forest and some of monkeys on trail. Evening Sunset view of Mt. Annapurna South.
Early morning hiking to Poon hill for mountain sunrise view and trek down to Nayapul. All the descent trek, passing dens forest, villages and we left the Annapurna Himalayas behind. Than drive back to Pokhara.
Fly or Drive to Kathmandu, free time in Kathmandu city hotel B/B plan.
Drive to onward destination/Departure.
The walk descends to the revered Muktinath after the pass.
Manang is a village in the corner of Annapurna circuit trek route located at 3,519 m along the Marshyangdi river bank. The village is culturally rich and it has few Buddhist temples, offer stunning view of Himalayas, glacial lakes, Yak farms and celebrate various Buddhist and Hindu festival. Manang is a gateway of Thorong La pass, Tilicho Lake, Chulu peak climb and hub of local business for Manang people and trekkers. Most of Annapurna explorers stop extra night in here to get acclimatize for high altitude and for a side/day trips around mountain side.
Thorong-La pass 5,416 m is highest summit of Annapurna Trek and every tourists dream and local traders regularly use this pass to complete the whole circle of AC. The pass is located on a trail that connects the Manang village to the east with the Muktinath temple in the Mustang district to the west. However, a night spend in Thorong Phedi is recommended before attempting to hike Thorong-La pass. Due to bad weather some time Thorong La pass trek is a risk of avalanches, frostbite, and storm.
Great Vishnu Temple in Muktinath is revered by both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. Probably most visit for attraction in Annapurna circuit route. Located in Mustang District at an altitude of 3,810 m. The most suitable time to visit Muktinath is from March to May and September to November as the weather conditions are not safe in other months. It is one of the best view point to see the upper and lower section of Mustang and Mt.Dhaulagiri range.
The natural hot spring is located at the bank of Kaligandaki River in Tatopani village. It is one of the most popular stop in the route of Annapurna circuit trek. Hot spring is popular for bathing and relaxing. Tatopani is also famous for organic orange and fresh juice and rural tourism.
Poon Hill is 3,210 m height hill station overlooking Annapurna Range and Dhaulagiri Massif in route of around Annapurna trekking. It is Nepal’s top and best short trek destination. Wanderers simply join 3 to 5 days trek from Pokhara. The hill provides an opportunity to witness the scenic mountain sunrise views over Mt. Annapurna and Mt.Dhaulagiri . Trekkers hike along stone stairs through the rhododendron forest for 1 hour to reach poon hill to enjoy the beautiful sunrise views. The area is quite crowded with the trekkers taking photographs during the peak season. And witnessing the views from the view tower, and taking coffee in the coffee shop. To go Poon Hill Hike tourist need to pay 50 Rupees as entrance fee.
September-December and February-May are the best times for Annapurna Circuit trekking. However, Nepal Footprint Holiday hosts this trek all year round. We guarantee all the logistic and check up on your safety, necessary equipment guides, weather information, hiking tips and suggest a total of detours by Annapurna Circuit Trek experts.
TIMS
Trekkers Information Management System, is a need for any trekker who intends to travel in Nepal. This permit is accepted by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) to ensure the safety and security of any trekker wishing to trek in Nepal.
ANCAP
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ANCAP) referred to as an entry permit, is required for any hiker who wishes to access the Annapurna Conservation Area.
Glad we were able to see Mustang in a different way. Big thanks to Bashu who made my crazy itinerary possible 😉 our guide Bhim was great showing us many different places alongside the treks. Cant forget to mentiom our driver who got us safely to Kagbeni and back ( the roads are crazy ;)) Mustang is truly beautiful with unique culture and scenery and definitely worth visiting.
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