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Annapurna Circuit Trek |
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This is truly an extraordinary part of Nepal.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek takes you from
830m/2,723ft to 5,416m/17,769ft and back. While
on this trek you will meet ten different ethnic
groups and pass through four different climate
zones. Your efforts will be rewarded with the
completion of this fantastic trek around the
entire Annapurna massif. This magical 21-day
trek reaches its zenith at 5,416m/17,769ft and
traverses all the way through agricultural
villages to high mountain passes that resemble
mountain peaks and also to the beginning of the
Tibetan Plateau.
Highlights of the
Trekking
Spectacular views of Annapurna, Manaslu,
Dhaulagiri ranges, fascinating landscapes of
Mustang, Muktinath temple (Hinduism and
Buddhism), Manang, Marpha, Braga village, large
numbers of monasteries, Kaligandaki gorge etc.
Facts of the Trekking
Trekking Destination : Thorong
La Pass (5416m.)
Group Size : Min - 1
Minimum altitude : 792m.
Maximum altitude : 5416m.
Grade : Strenuous
Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented Camp
Duration : 14 & 18 Days
Entry : Khudi
Exit : Pokhara |
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Itinerary in Details 14 Days
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Day 01 :
Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, Himalayan Glacier
will officially greet and meet you at Airport &
transfer you to Hotel Shanker or similar category
hotel. You will have leisure time, followed by an
evening welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese
Restaurant. Overnight in Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280ft). |
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Day 02 :
Half day City tour of Kathmandu Valley
Half-day guided city tours (tour includes Kathmandu
Durbar Square, Syambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath
Temple - Hindu Temple & Buddha Nath - The biggest
Buddha Stupa in ancient Kathmandu). Afternoon
pre-trip discussion of the trek. Overnight in
Kathmandu (1,000m/3,280) |
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Day
03 : Kathmandu-Besisahar: 7- 8 hour drive
An early start to reach Besisahar (850m), the
starting point of the trek. Your adventure begins!
Overnight in Besisahar (830m/2,723ft). |
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Day 04 : Besisahar to Bahundanda: 6-7 hours (Trekking times
only; stops not included)
Your first day`s walk involves crossing a few
suspension bridges, waterfalls, several up and down
hill sections, across rice paddies and subtropical
forest. The villages and people are an interesting
mix. Overnight in Bahundanda (1,310m/4,298ft). |
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Day 05 :
Bahundanda to Chamje: 6 hours
Trek through amphitheatre-shaped rice terraces,
along a steep vertical cliff, lush forests, and some
culturally intriguing villages. Overnight in Chamje
(1,410m/4,626ft). |
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Day 06 :
Chamje-Dharapani: 5-6 hours
Today you enter the Manang district after passing
fields of corn, barley and potatoes, and then
through forests of bamboo and rhododendrons.
Overnight in Dharapani (1,960m/6,430ft). |
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Day 07 :
Dharapani-Chame 6-7 hours
Today you will negotiate a few steep forested
ridges, along with several landslides on route.
Remember to look up though, as you will be treated
to some sensational views of Lamjung Himal,
Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV (7,525m/24,688ft).
Small hot springs relief your long day trek.
Overnight in Chame (2,710m/8,891ft). |
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Day 08 :
Chame-Pisang: 5-6 hours
A steep, narrow path through a very dense forest
will bring you to the dramatic curved rock face,
rising 1500m from the river. As the trail opens up
you will be surrounded by majestic Himalayan Peaks.
Overnight in Pisang (3,700m/12,139ft). |
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Day
09 : Pisang-Manang: 4-5 hours
Enter the upper Manang region, where you will notice
a contrast with the landscape and vegetation. The
cold, dry climate creates a much harsher
environment. Incredible views of the towering
Himalayan Peaks. Overnight in Manang
(3,500m/11,482ft). |
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Day 10 : Manang: Rest
Rest day for acclimatization. Enjoy the fascinating
village and immerse yourself in its wonderful
culture. There are many opportunities for both easy
and strenuous day. Explore with spectacular side
trips to Bhojo Gompa or Gangapurna Lake and Glacier.
Overnight in Manang (3,500m/11,482ft |
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Day 11 :
Manage-Yak Kharka: 3-4 hours
Today is a short walk up to Yak Kharka, a small
settlement set at 4,110m/13,484ft. Gradual ascent is
the key to avoiding altitude problems. Overnight in
Yak Karka (4,110m/13,484ft). |
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Day 12 :
Yak Kharka to Throng Phedi: 3-4 hours
Make your way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi.
A small although busy settlement catering to the
needs of trekkers and climbers that use this point
as a base camp. Overnight in Throng Phedi
(4,600m/15,092ft). |
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Day 13 :
Throng Phedi to Muktinath: 7-8 hours
An early start is important to begin a long day`s
trek over the pass. Crossing this famous Throng La
pass {5,416m/17,769ft} will be an unforgettable
experience. The views from the trail and from the
pass itself are outstanding high Himalayan scenes
.from Muktinath Drive to Jomsom by Jeep |
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Day 14 : Jomsom to Pokhara
Early morning flight to Pokhara and rest day
sightseeing in Pokhara |
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Itinerary in Details 18 Days
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Day 01 :
Drive Kathmandu to Besishahar (790m).
About 5 hours scenic drive by car / van. Overnight
at Guest House. |
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Day 02 :
Trek from Besishahar to Bahundanda (1310m).
Today our journey starts at Besishahar, from where,
the trail makes the climb to Khudi at 790m, we then
reach the first Gurung village (many of Nepals
Gurkha Soldiers are Gurungs). As we continue the
from Khudi the trail offers fine views of Himalchuli
and Peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli). It climbs to Bhulbhule at
825m; it then goes to Ngadi before reaching Lampata
at 1135m and nearby Bahundanda at 1310m.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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03 : Trek from Bahundanda to Chyamje (1400m).
Today the trail drops steeply to Syange at 1070m
from Bahundanda crossing the Marsyangdi River on a
suspension bridge. We then follow the river to the
stone village of Jagat before climbing through
forest to Chyamje at 1400m.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 04 :
Trek from Chyamje to Bagarchhap (2160m).
The day begins with the rocky trail following the
Marsyandi Rivers steadily uphill to Tal at 1675m,
the first village in the Manang district. We make a
trailverse crossing a wide, flat valley. The trail
then climbs a stone stairway to 1860m till another
stairway. The journey continues making up and down
to Dharapani at 1890m. There we find a stone
entrance chorten typical of the Tibetan influenced
villages from here northwards. We then visit the
Bagarchhap at 2160m that offers the typical flat
roofed stone houses of local Tibetans design
although the village which is still in the
transition Zone before the dry highlands.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 05 :
Trek from Bagarchhap to Chame (2630m).
With often rough and rocky, the trail climbs to
Tyanja at 2360m, & then continues through forest,
but near the river, to Kopar at 2590m. As we reach
the Chame, the headquarters of the Manang district,
we are rewarded by the fine views of Annapurna II as
you approach Chame & two small hot springs by the
town.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 06 :
Trek from Chame to Pisang (3300m).
The day starts through deep forest in a steep and
narrow valley, crosses a river on a long bridge at
2910m. We then cross another bridge at 3040m, from
there the view of the soaring Paungda Danda rock
face really begins to appear. From there the trail
joins to climb to Pisang, which sprawls between
3200m & 3300m.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 07 :
Trek from Pisang to Manang (3500m).
Today we continue through the drier upper part of the Manang
district, cut off from the full effect of the
monsoon by the Anapurna Range. People of this
region, herd yaks & raise crops for part of the year
besides, they also continue to enjoy special trading
rights gained way back in 1784.
Leaving Pisang, we have an alternate trails north
and south of the Marsyangdi River which meet up
again at Mungji. The southern route by Hongde, with
its airstrip, at 3325m involves less climbing than
the northern route via Ghyaru, though there are
better views on the trail that follows the northern
bank of the river. From Mungji, the trail continues
past the picturesque but partially hidden village of
Bryanga at 3475m to nearby Manang at 3500m.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 08 :
Trek from Manang -
Acclimatization day Today we
spend a day acclimatizing in Manang. The whole day
we spend by doing some fine day walks and
overviewing the magnificent views around the village
& the day time is best to gain altitude. At the end
of the day, we return back to our accommodation &
have a night rest.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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09 : Trek from Manang to Ledar (4250m).
Today we
leave Manang, & the trai makes an ascent of nearly
2000m to the Thorung La pass. We make the climb
steadily through Tenki, leaving the Marsyangi
Valley. Continuing along the Jarsang Khola Valley,
we reach Ledar at 4250m, there we see the
vegetations steadily more sparse.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 10 :
Trek from Ledar to Phedi or High camp (4600m).
The trail descends to cross the river at 4310m we
then climb up to Phedi at 4420m. At High Camp on the
elevation of 4600m, we can recently found some good
Guesthouses built. Your overnight stay will be
there. Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 11 :
Trek from Phedi or High Camp to Muktinath
(3710m).
The journey from Phedi foot of the hill
or at the foot to the 5416m Thorung La pass, begins
the day. We then make the climb steeply that is
regularly used and easy to follow. However, the
problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It
often causes terrible problem to cross the pass if
it is covered by snow. About four hours climb up to
the pass marked by the chortens & prayer flags. As
you reach the top, you are rewarded by the
magnificent view from the top.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 12 :
Trek from Muktinath to Tukuche (2600m).
This
place is also nice settlements of more than 100
houses of Thakali people. It has also 2 monasteries,
and one apple brandy factory. If you are interested
to see how apple brandy are produced, you will be
taken there. |
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Day 13 :
Trek from Tukuche to Ghasa (2100m). Overnight at
Guest House. |
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Day 14 :
Trek to Tatopani (1200m) .
This place is famous
for its hot spring. This is the best place to relax
your body after a long days trek.
Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 15 :
Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani. Overnight at
Guest House. |
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Day 16 :
Hiking to Poonhill - back to Ghorepani, and trek
downhill to Tikhedhunga. Overnight at Guest House. |
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Day 17 :
Trek from Tikhedhunga to Birethati, and drive to
Pokhara. Overnight at hotel. |
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Day 18 :
Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Transfer
to Hotel |
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