Annapurna Circuit Trek

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Trek around the Annapurna “one of the best trekking tails in the world”. Watch the terrain make dramatic changes from lush forests to arid rocky deserts on the other side of the Himalayas. The classic trek in the Annapurna region is the Annapurna Circuit. The trek encircles the famous Annapurna massif passing through sub-tropical plains in the Himalayan foothills, trans-Himalayan Manang and then entering Mustang Valley. Annapurna circuit trek offers the majestic vista of 3 highest mountain range of Nepal i.e., Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Manaslu, and it not only resides in this rather includes mountain ranges of snow-capped trekking summits over 6,000 meters within the Himalayan range of Nepal. why you are thinking ? Book Now!! and Enjoy Annapurna Circuit Trek with WorldTripNepal.com

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport — Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport This is your 1st day of arrival, our repersentative of WorldTripNepal.com pick you all from the airport and take to your respective hotels. In the afternoon you may take rest as you had traveled away long or visit our office as well. Overnight in Kathmandu.Maximum Altitude in Kathmandu: 1300m/4264ft Day Day 02: Drive for Besisahar — Drive for Besisahar (7~8 Hours) After having breakfast, we will head along Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway to Dumre and finally to Besisahar. There we will stay overnight.Maximum Altitude in Besisahar: 760m/2493ft Day Day 03: Trek from Besisahar to Bhaundanda — Trek from Besisahar to Bhaundanda (4~5 Hours) We will begin our trip from Besisahar enjoying the finest view of Himchuli and peak 29 (Ngadi Chuli) and come across some local beautifully arranged wooden & bamboo bridges that stretch to Bhulbhule. We then continue our journey to Ngadi village for lunch and encountering the waterfall through the river bank before stopping at Bhaundanda (Priest hill) for overnight. This is a lovely village lying on a top of the hill and you may wander exploring the local village in the evening time and around the school area. Our overnight at teahouse.Maximum Altitude in Bhaundanda: 1310m/4298ft Day Day 04: Trek from Bhaundanda to Chamje — Trek from Bhaundanda to Chamje (5~6 Hours) Starting trek after breakfast we descend, a short downhill walk brings you Syange village encountering fields and local villages crossing a long suspension bridge, and our trek carries on progressively uphill from the river, our last steep climb takes us to Jagat where we stop for lunch. And an hour walk on the rocky trail and elongated beautiful waterfall across the river would finally bring us to Chamje for the overnight stoppage. Here you can enjoy exploring the village as per your wish.Maximum Altitude in Chamje: 1410m/4626ft Day Day 05: Trek from Chamje to Dharapani — Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (5~6 Hours) A short walk from Chamje brings you to a suspension bridge over the furious Marshyangdi river, shortly after crossing the bridge there are another 2-3 hours Climbing the meandering trail to the top of the hill where we will see the level plain of Tal, the village is situated on the gorge-valley by the side of the river Marshyangdi, ornamented with gorgeous waterfall & grimy spread river. And just beyond Tal the valley contracts and the trail becomes tough high and more meandering. The further trek follows the upstream up to the Dharapani, which is through the rocky trails and crossing few suspension bridges and small tea shops bring you at quite a large village at Dharapani for the overnight at hotel. Maximum Altitude in Dharapani: 1860m/6102ft Day Day 06: Trek from Chamje to Dharapani — Trek from Dharapani to Chame (5~6 Hours) Our trekking continues towards Chame. The path follows along the Marsyangdi upstream passing by villages of Latamanang and Koto. Half an hour advance will bring you to Chame for the overnight stay at the hotel. This headquarters of Manang district that encompasses the majestic view of Annapurna II.Maximum Altitude in Chame: 2710m/8891ft Day Day 07: Trek from Chame to Pisang — Trek from Chame to Pisang (5~6 Hours) We start our trekking after having breakfast with the glittering sunshine strikes us warmly in the face. We move forward through pine woods, and the villages leading us from the other side of the river on the northern bank, with some ups and downs till we stop at an orchard village of Bhartang to enjoy the apple garden. The trails gradually take us to a bridge and from that bridge we continue on the gradual path up, little sheer climb along the pine forests, which lead us to the top of the ridge of Dhukur Pokhari for lunch. A spectacular view of Pisang peak on the north and Chulu peak with the Pisang village can be seen right from here as you walk out of tree line. A moderate descent of one hour takes you to the Pisang village for overnight stay. One can visit upper Pisang in the evening for the outstanding art on Tibetan monastery and houses, along with the panoramic view of Annapurna range and the valley. Maximum Altitude in Pisang: 3250m/10662ft Day Day 08: Trek from Pisang to Manang — Trek from Pisang to Manang (4~5 Hours) Our journey starts with a pleasing walk through pine forests and the picturesque view. Gently climbing up for half an hour we will get at the top, a brief pause at a ridge to catch our first view of the Manang Valley. This majestic spot comprises the outstanding views of the valleys, of the Humde village carrying its short airstrip, and tall peaks of the Himalayas dispersing before us - Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Tilicho peak (7145m) and Pisang peak on the back and Chulu east on the right. Our foot gently moves forward to Humde and the gentle walk took us up to Bagra village where we can see the traditionally built up Tibetan style houses. If the got time it is a very much captivating act to visit the monasteries that show the outstanding statues, thankas and religious manuscripts. From here a short steep climb leads to Manang for overnight.Maximum Altitude in Manang: 3540/11614ft Day Day 09: Rest and Sideseeing day at Manang — Rest and Sideseeing day at Manang Today is a rest day for acquainting and exploring Manang. Staying there can have many options such as crossing the river where you can see the incredible icefall coming down from Annapurna or you can climb high and enjoy the panoramic view of all the Annapurna range and Manang valley. Manang village is of about 500 flat-roofed houses which display the captivating picture setting within mighty scenario view the Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Tilicho and Grand Barrier to the west – Chulu West and Chulu East. We can visit the Himalayan Rescue Association and watch related movies after exploration and relax day at Manang. Maximum Altitude in Manang: 3540/11614ft Day Day 10: Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka — Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4~5 Hours) Spending delightful time at Manang, the trail advances us towards a gentle climb to Tenki Manang that brings us to the close view of Annapurna, Gangapurna and Tilicho Peak. The track offers tender wind encompassing the outstanding views and through terrains with juniper bushes which is only surviving vegetation around the region and thus three hours walk will bring us to Yak-Kharkha for overnight.Maximum Altitude in Yak Kharka: 4110m/1348ft Day Day 11: Trek from Yak Kharka to Throng Phedi — Trek from Yak Kharka to Throng Phedi (4~5 Hours) Trek from Yak Kharkha to Throng Phedi takes about three and a half hours. We will advance our trek with our own pace slow and steady to get to Phedi throughout the walk we will have amazing views of mountains and landscapes. An hour walks takes us to Ledar and from there we continue to ascend up along the bank of Jorsang Khola and then descending and crossing the stream through the wooden bridge will take us to a small tea shop. Here we stop and enjoy the delightful scenery and have tea. Before heading towards Thorong Phedi for the overnight, we trail a narrow route across a high, rickety slope. Phedi stands as ‘foot of the hill’ which is a common name for any settlement at the bottom of tors. Maximum Altitude in Throng Phedi: 4400m/14432ft Day Day 12: Trek from Throng Phedi to Muktinath — Trek from Throng Phedi to Muktinath (7~8 Hours) Today is the toughest as well as the longest day of the whole trip. Our trip starts early in the morning with jam-packed lunch. Our trail converts initially into the steepest and finally takes us ta the height. Walk at your own pace seeing the sunrise and the sight of mountains and that will boost our energy. It’s a 3-4 hour continue to walk to the Throng top where we will have a break with a sense of victory with great feeling perceiving the picturesque scenery and descending towards Mustang is a knee thrashing but it is compensated for its exceptional views of mountains and the Kaligandaki valley far below to the West. Eventually, crossing the rubbles we made a walk to grassy slopes and after spending 7-8 hours along the Jhong Khola Valley, we are at Muktinath. Overnight is at the lodge.Maximum Altitude in Muktinath: 3800m/1246ft Day Day 13: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom — Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom(4~5 Hours) With the celestial and astounding sound of bells, we wake up early and visit the renowned pilgrimage center: the Muktinath. After having breakfast we descend to Kagbeni, which is an easy trail. While descending to Kagbeni we will catch up with the theatrical dry landscape all the way. One needs to travel along both sides of Kaligandaki to reach Kagbeni. The left junction that stays up the river takes us to Kagbeni. It may be a spot for your lunch. Walking a few hours from Kagbeni we reach a big town, Jomsom: the headquarters of Mustang region. It holds an airstrip just above Kaligandaki river and also the major village on the Kaligandaki area that links the ancient Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade route to Tibet also known as Silk route. It is the Capital city of Mustang district, overnight is here and next day flight to Pokhara. Maximum Altitude in Jomsom: 2500m/8200ft Day Day 14: Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara — Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara (45 min Depends on Weather) Early morning bag pack and get ready for thrilling mountain flight to Pokhara. During the flight we will pass high peaks Mt. Annapurna (8,091m/26,538ft), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,788ft), Mt. Nilgiri and this view will fill us with enthralling moments, have the opportunity to be surrounded by Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. Enjoy a full day at Pokhara with its natural beauty and overnight stay at a hotel in Pokhara. Maximum Altitude in Pokhara: 827m/2713ft Day Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara — Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara (6~7 Hours) It takes about seven hours to reach Kathmandu from Pokhara. In our journey, we will be fascinated by the beautiful greenery view throughout. On the way, we can enjoy clicking pictures. Finally, reaching Thankot ‘the gateway of Kathmandu’, will give us a feeling of being at Kathmandu city area. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.Elevation of Kathmandu: 1300m/4264ft Day Day 16: Departure Day — Departure Day Our spirited expedition in Nepal comes to an end today! But this isn’t the end, rather the beginning of the new plan on our way home as we have sufficient time to our next adventurous trip in the delightful country Nepal. Though a bit sad moment shaking hands and hugging with smile and glory will make the moment cheerful as memories will always be there. Our Driver will Drop you at Kathmandu International Airport for Your Return Flight. #Trip End #

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