Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Annapurna Circuit Trek
Trip Highlights
  • Duration18 Days
  • Difficulty Level Strenuous
  • Max Altitude5416m
  • Group Size16 Persons
  • Start PointKathmandu
  • End PointKathmandu
  • Nature of TripTea House/Lodge
  • ActivityTrekking
  • Best SeasonAutumn and Spring

Annapurna circuit trekking is classic treks in Nepal and top 4th hiking destination in the world. Annapurna circuit trek is known as a Annapurna Thorong la pass trekking explore the beautiful mountain panorama of 3 above 8000 m mountains Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167 m, Mt. Manaslu 8163 m, Mt. Annapurna I 8091 m and  21 snowy capped mountains of Annapurna  trekking route. Trekking in Annapurna circuit take  travelers  trans Himalayan zone, Nomad land join with 2 different Nepal trekking regions ( Manaslu trekking & Annapurna trekking trails). Nepal Annapurna circuit package trekking   has been opened in 1997 for foreign trekkers aftermath the trails has been categorized world’s top trekking destination in UK Magazine. Treks in Annapurna circuit gradually up to Thorung La pass 5416 m and enter to the Mustang trekking trails. Around Annapurna trekking is amazing life time journeys to western Himalayas of Nepal. Annapurna circuit trek difficulty level is moderate Strenuous thus trekkers should know details of round Annapurna treks information before heading to the relevant areas. 

Annapurna circuit hiking combine two different  Himalayan zone - Manang ( trans Himalayan zone ) & Mustang ( Rain shadow zone) . Hiking in Annapurna circuit has various features that involve tourist more attractions then other trekking in Nepal Himalayas. Autumn & Spring season is best time treks in Annapurna circuit but we Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange around the year.  We Himalaya Journey Trekking & Expedition arrange three different options Annapurna Thorung La pass trekking as below mentioned in itinerary as per your wish and holiday schedule. Do you prefer short opton Trekking to Annapurna circuit - No worry, we are here to make personalized trekking service.... HJT designed own  Mount Annapurna circuit trek itinerary as below mentioned but trip plan may extend or shorter as per trekkers choice. Annapurna trekking map has clearly defined about the route. Trek to Annapurna circuit fit for all age group trekkers and now a days Annapurna circuit jeep drive tour  to till Manang , Thorong la cross with in 3 days then by overland or by flight to pokhara. At the 5 days Annapurna circuit trek package doable if travelers has limit time frame. 

Trekking in Annapurna circuit begins at Besishar / Bulbule after 5-6 hour drive from Kathmandu. Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition,s trekking guide led you through beautiful Marshyangdi valley ascend to Manang then via Annapurna Thorong la pass trek  route enter to the Mustang valley & finally reach to pokhara.  Around Annapurna trekking include world highest located Tilicho lake, Manang valley with Annapurna pass, Holy Muktinath temple, Best Apple garden in Marpha Tukuche, Saligram know as Black fossils in Kali Gandaki valley, Deepest Kali Gandaki gorge, natural Hot spring , Mixed culture with Gurung people warm hospitality, Best view point Annapurna Ghorepani poon hill etc. Annapurna circuit Ghorepani trek cost is depend on group size and choice of duration. Autumn ( September to December)  and Spring ( February to May) are best time trekking to Annapurna circuit but tailor made Annapurna circuit package available around the year. 

Since Annapurna circuit jomsom muktinath trekking  route has been open , Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition, Nepal arrange the numerous groups travelers/trekkers with Amazing life time experience in Nepal Annapurna Himalaya! Annapurna Thorung la pass trekking is amazing life time journeys in Nepal Himalaya for Nature and mountain lovers. Annapurna Circuit Jomsom Muktinath trek distance around 257 kilometers and complete the whole route with in 18 days from Beshishar to Pokhara. Suggested for all travelers  trek through government registered local Nepal trekking agency recomended by Lonely planet Nepal travel guide book for the secured journeys in Himalaya. Annapurna circuit package trek cost is slightly cheaper then Everest trekking , Manaslu trek & Mustang trek as well as doable around the year without use domestic flights. 

Annapurna Circuit Trekking Highlights
  • Annapurna circuit Ghorepani poon hill trekking  is world classic treks in Nepal combine with  trans Himalayan zone and rain shadow zone at the same trip
  • Explore the beautiful Manang and Mustang valley
  • Side trip to world highest located Tilicho lake (4912m)
  • Enjoy the pure adventure of  Annapurna pass trek crossing the challenging Thorong La Pass (5,416m).
  • Muktinath temple / salvation temple  is one of the religious highlights of the trekking  in Annapurna circuit
  • Mountain zone Jomsom airport and Marpha beautiful Apple garden
  • Descend through one of the deepest gorge's in the world - the Kali Gandhaki & Natural hot spring at Tatopani
  • Ascend to Ghorepani poon hill (3210m) – the best view point center of Annapurna trekking route
Trip Photo Gallery
  • Lukla Airport
  • Everest Base Camp
  • Tengboche Monastery
  • Mount Everest

Itinerary

Himalaya Journey Representative will greet you with Nepalese marigold garland at the Kathmandu International airport. Our team will take to you Kathmandu Thamel or any destination in Kathmandu valley for accommodation.
After short refreshment at Hotel, take to you our office Thamel Kathmandu for  Annapurna circuit trek briefing and officially arrangements. Overnight at Kathmandu

    After breakfast at Kathmandu Hotel , The road trip will start with early dawn by private vehicle or local bus to Beshishar. Kathmandu Beshishar distance 185 kilometers with fully black topped road. It take minimum 6 hours from Kathmandu thourgh Prithivi high way. 

    You will arrive early afternoon so this day short hiking trip to Bulbule. Just walk 2 hours which is first short trainning day for Annapurna circuit hiking. overnight at Bulbule 

     

    • Max. Altitude:967 meters
    • Time:2 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After  breakfast at Bulbule. you will set off on the trekking trail towards  Bahun Danda . The trek starts with an easy trek till Ngadi village where you will have lunch and  Later you will make an ascent towards the Bahun Dada. Bahun Dada is a beautiful village of Brahmin inhabitants. 

    • Max. Altitude:1311 meters
    • Time:5 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After brekfast at Bahun Dada hotel, trek descend Ghermu phat where you will have fantastic water fall and nice rice fields. You will have lunch at Ghermu phat then trek continue ascend and flat to Jagat.  

    • Max. Altitude:1314 meters
    • Time:5-6 hours
    • Accommodation:Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After breakfast at Jagat Hotel , The trail begins with a climb uphill. Following the rushing Marshyangdi river, you will walk towards Tal, 1710 meters where you will have lunch. You will enjoy luch with beautiful waterfall. 
    After lunch trek contine flat through the clips side to Dharapani village . You will reach the next way to   Manaslu Larkya La pass trekking tour.  overnight at Dharapani 

    • Max. Altitude:1943 meters
    • Time:5 -6 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After warm brekafast at Dharpani hotel , our guide lead your adventure thourgh the green jungle via Bagarchhap, further trek to Danakyu from where we get stunning views of Mt. Manaslu and Peak 29. . The spectacular Marsyangdi river on the left side and the dramatic peak sight of Annapurna II , Annapurna III enthrals you.

    Trek continue ascend to Koto village from where trekkers lead the another adventure trek to Nar phu valley. Trail continue hike to . Chame and this is  large settlement Manang. We will stay overnight at a lodge in Chame.

    • Max. Altitude:2713 meters
    • Time:6 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After a nice breakfast in Chame Hotel ,  Trek towards a place called Bhartang. The trail passes along the narrow Marshyangdi river valley through the beautiful forests of Hemlock and Pine trees. You will see views of the distant mountains are refreshing. On. From  the Bharthang, you will ascend uphill through the forests of firs, pine, and hemlock. After some time, you will reach a place called Dhukur Pokhari.

    During the walk, you will get the first sight of the bowl-shaped Paungda Danda rock face. On continuing further, you will reach Pisang. You will see lots of lodges at lower Pisang. A short uphill climb from lower Pisang will take you to Upper Pisang if you wish to stay at . Upper Pisang.

     

    • Max. Altitude:2713 meters
    • Time:5 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House and Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After breakfast at Pisang , trek continuation to high himalayan trails . On the trail, you can enjoy the floral and faunal diversity at high altitude. You will also see the beautiful gorges and some alluring peaks including Annapurna II, Annapurna III, and Pisang Peak.

    At between of the Pisang and Manang , Barga village enchanting you as beautiful tiny city of trans Himalayan zone.  There is a 900 years old monastery in the village. After resting  at Barga trek towards Manang for an hour walk.  Overnight in Manang.

    • Max. Altitude:3540 meters
    • Time:4 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    During this day you can hike up to Ice Lake or Gangapurna tea shop from where you will see panoramic Himalayan views of the Mt. Manaslu 8163m, Mt. Annapurna II 7937m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Gangapurna 7455m, Tilicho peak 7134m,Pisang peak 6091m etc , back to Manang .overnight at Manang.

    • Max. Altitude:3540 meters
    • Time:2 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    You will start to trek after having a nice breakfast in Manang. Trek  passes steady uphill climb through Tenki. On trekking further, you will leave behind the alluring Marshyangdi Valley. You will continue walking along a river called the Jarsang Khola. Walk along the Jarsang Khola river valley.then short hike to Yak kharka. 

    • Max. Altitude:4210 meters
    • Time:4 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After brakfast at Yak kharka , our guide lead the adventure trip  route dips down to a Marshayngdi river. After cross the small suspension bridge , you will have tea coffer or other beverage at small inn then through clips side trail heading to the Thorong phedi ( Thorong la pass base camp). You will have lunch in Thorong phedi. 

    You will have two option either Thorong la pass  from Phedi (4567m) or from High camp (4800m) , it is depend on your health situation or choice . Trekkeres do Thorong la pass from both places but only little bit easy if you start from High camp. Whatever you prefer will arrange accordingly. 

    • Max. Altitude:4567 meters
    • Time:3 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    You should have to start the trek early in the morning  5:00 which make easy to cross the Thorong la pass. Today is a long and a tough day You will be crossing the Thorung La Pass, 5416 meters. and recommended to reach the Thorong la top 10:00 am  because of  strong wind might add difficulty while trekking at the Thorung La Pass.

    Trail continue descending to Muktinath it means 1614 meters down hill to reach the Muktinath temple. Muktinath temple is very famous for Hindu and Budhist . Muktinath mean salvention temple , if you splash or wash your body , all the crime or bad deeds will irase. overnight at Muktinath 

     

    • Max. Altitude:5416 meters
    • Time:8 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    After breakfast at Muktinath , Your adventure trip lead via Jharkot  to  Kagbeni . Kagbeni is enty point of the Upper Mustang trekking . you will have lunch at Kagbeni and explore the Tibetan monastery. 

    After lunch trail continue flat to Jomsom via Kali Gandaki valley. You wlll have great Himalayan scenerary of Mount Dhaulagiri , Nilgiri and Annapurna Himalayan range. overnight at Jomsom 

    • Max. Altitude:2667 meters
    • Time:5 hours
    • Accommodation:Tea House or Lodge
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

    Early morning have a breakfast at Jomsom hotel , our guide will take you airport flight to pokhara because of Jomsom is windy place and recommended for morning flight. After 10:00 am moring windy disturb the flight and unable to land as well.  Highly suggested to get the morning risky free flight from Jomsom to pokhara

     After 15 minutes short flight Jomsom to pokhara , you will have enough time to make Pokhara valley sightseeing tour, Phewa lake boating , hike to world peace stupa or visit in International mountain musium as per your wish and desire. overnight at Pokhara 

    • Max. Altitude:915 meters
    • Time:16 minutes flight
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Meals:Bed and breakfast

    After breakfast at Pokhara hotel ,  you will have three differnt option either pokhara to Kathmandu by flight , by tourist bus or by private vehicle . Pokhara Kathmandu flight duration 35 minutes and Pokhara Kathmandu overland tour 6 hours. Just 185 kilometers drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. transfer to hotel overnight at Kathmandu 

    • Max. Altitude:1334 meters
    • Time:6 hours drive
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Meals:Bed and Breakfast

    After breakfast, our tour guide will take to for historical monuments sightseeing in kathmandu valley such as Boudhhanath: visit Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where we observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the stupa than visit Pashupatinath: the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Here you see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. Kathmandu durbar square: you will enjoy with different Hindus Temple , Goddes Kumari, legend of kathmadu valley etc.

    we have 7 world heritage UNIACO sites in Kathmandu valley so if you wish to make rest of the destination such as Bhaktapur Durbar square, Patan Durbar square , Swyambhunath ( Monkey temple) and Changu Narayan temple will arrange trip accordingly.  and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at Kathmandu in Hotel.

     

    • Max. Altitude:1334 meters
    • Time:4 hours
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Meals:Bed and Breakfast

    After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities , Himalaya Journey Treks & Expedition's representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward journeys or if you have time to stay in Nepal will arrange any other trip such as Chitwan Junlge safari tour, Lumbini tour, Chitwan jungle safari tour , river rafting etc.

    • Max. Altitude:1334 meters
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Meals:Bed and Breakfast

    This is our regular day to day trip  itinerary for Annapurna circuit trekking , if you are looking to customize trip, feel free to contact us for costomized trip.

    Cost Details
    What's Included
    • Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
    • Three night accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis ( 3 star category hotel) on twin sharing as mentioned in itinerary
    • An experienced, helpful and friendly Government license holder trekking Guide.
    • Required trekking porter/sherpa who will carry your bag pack during the trekking. ( two person will get one trekking porter ( 1 porter carry 30 kg as per rule and regulation of Nepal workers Union ).
    • Kathmandu to Beshishar overland transportation by bus as mentioned itinerary
    • Trekking accomodation in Tea house / Lodge entire the trekking
    • Three time meal during the trekking Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
    • Desert /fruit after having diner as company provide
    • Trekker's Information Management system (TIMS)
    • Annapurna conservation Area project (ACAP) permit
    • One night hotel accomodation in pokhara on BB basis ( three star catagory hotel) as mentioned in itinerary
    • Pokhara to Kathmandu overland transportation by tourist bus as mentioned in itinerary 
    • Kathmandu valley tour with guided trip as mentioned in itinerary
    • Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour with private vehicle as mentioned in itinerary
    • All program as mentioned in itinerary
    • Overland transportation
    • Trekking guide both way flight ticket
    • Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Trekking guide,  and porters)
    • Guide and porter fares and taxes.Government Tax and office service charge.
    • Airport drop
    What's Not Included
    • Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu & Pokhara stay
    • International flight ticket
    • Nepal entry visa fee US$ 40 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu.
    • Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal -  approx. US$ 24. al equipments
    • High risk medical insurance
    • Entrance fees while sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.
    • Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
    • Hot drinks, Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
    • Nepal Visa Fee
    • Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
    • Purely personal nature expenses
    • Tipping /Tips(Tipping is Expected).
    Departure Dates

    These is our regular group joining departure dates, if you are looking for your own date, feel free to contact us or WhatsApp at +977 9851007829 

    Useful Information

    Experience required to undertake Everest Base Camp Trek

    The Everest Base Camp trek falls under one of the most challenging trekking adventures in the world. For your body to positively respond to long endeavors of walking, you will need to have some comfort with walking in regular life. If you are someone who has regular experience with hiking or long walks, it is going to come as a benefit in the EBC Trek. Likewise, Heath is the greatest of all possessions which lets us do any sort of endeavors. If you are confident about the soundness of your body and health, then we will accompany and serve you till the end.

    Briefing before the adventure

    Before beginning the adventure to Everest Base Camp Trekking, we will be hosting a pre-trip meeting with the whole trekking team where there will be discussions and proper explanation of plans along with the clearance of doubts.

    Annapurna Circuit Trekking Equipment

    • Trekking Bag pack.
    • Trekking day bag.( Small handbag)
    • Trekking shoes.
    • Sports shoes or sandal.
    • Trekking stick.
    • Trekking Hat, cat
    • Trekking woollen cap.
    • Trekking jacket Gore tax/ flees jacket.
    • Pullover or warm sweeter.
    • Raincoat.
    • 4/5 pairs of good qualities shock .
    • Hand gloves.
    • 2/3 pairs of Trekking trousers
    • 3/4 pairs of Trekking shirts .
    • 3/4 pairs of Underwear
    • Eye glass
    • Water bottle.
    • Sleeping bag.
    • Flash or Torch light.
    • Camera and batteries.
    • Sun cream.

    Annapurna Circuit Trekking FAQs

    • Annapurna circuit Ghorepani poon hill trekking is challenging adventure treks in Annapurna region and doable if you are mentally and physically fit . No prior trekking experience required for this trip if you have it is more effective.

    • Minimum 5-6 hours need to hike each day while participate trek to  Annapurna circuit  but some of the days need to hike 6-7 hours, for example while cross the Thorong la pass. Sometime just walk 4-5 hours too such as Manang to Yak kharka etc.

    • Annapurna Thorong la pass  trek is a tough part of the Annapurna circuit Ghorepani poon hill trek  but as you begin from very low level 823m from Beshishar, simply without any difficult may cross the Thorung la pass. This is highest pass of Annapurna trekking trails and minimum take 7 -8 hours from Thorong phedi to Muktinath . If your body doesn’t fit to cross the Thorong la pass then you may ascend with horse till top and descend  with your own foot to Muktinath.

    • Autumn (From mid-September to November and Spring (March to May) are the best time to do this trek  but we Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange around the year as per your holiday frame .. June to August (monsoon) is the rainy months  and Himalayan views may not clear and trekking trails are slippery . Winter season (December – February) is too cold and temperature almost minus and rare chance to make Thorong la pass. 

    • Not necessary previous trekking experience for this trek because trek itinerary gradually ascend and not more then 800m up in a single day . Good physical fitness is required. Simply able to reach the destination if you follow our guide velocity.

    • Now a days good facilities for accommodations  ( tea house / lodge) facilities entire Annapurna trek destination  as well as all type of meals ( Nepalese, Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, American, European) choose able from menu.  Almost Annapurna trekking trails has common toilet / bath room but in major cities has attached bath rooms too.

    • Yes, you need to different trekking permit for treks in Annapurna circuit – Annapurna conservation area project (ACAP) permit and Trekkers information management system (TIMS) permit which you may obtain local Nepal trekking agency.

    • we have 1984 Nepal trekking company and all agency  has own rate because of their service, reputations, legal, semi legal or illegal operations. Just for trekkers information only 1467 Nepal trek companies are fully legal company and rest of companies are semi legal and illegal so before book the Nepal Annapurna trek with any companies need to know company legal documents as well as recommended by Lonely planet guide book,  Rough guide book , travelers reviews etc.  It means Annapurna circuit trip cost is depend on trekking company category and service.

    • Highly recommended / suggest to have professional Nepal trekking guide because of for secure treks in Nepal Himalaya , to explain about the mountains and local culture, no obstacle during the trekking even incase of snowfall during the trekking , good take care of you if incase of suffer by high altitude sickness.  Many individual trekkers are missing in Nepal Himalaya while heavy snowfall in the Thorong La pass .

    • It is hard to find the best and reliable Nepal trekking agency for this trek  if you just surfing via google or internet so travelers  should know Nepal trekking agency legal documents, service, position, either recommended in international travel guide book such as Lonely planet travel guide book,Rough guide travel book . sometime free lancer trekking guide, operator or illegal Nepal trekking agency also show up their website and sale the Nepal package trekking it means beware from illegal operation that make your holiday hazard.

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    All Inclusive Price1200 USDper person
    Group Discount Price
    1 pax
    1200 USD
    2 - 3 pax
    1100 USD
    4 - 6 pax
    1000 USD
    6 - 20 pax
    900 USD
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