Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Annapurna circuit trekking is popular trekking in Nepal which is located in Annapurna region. The Annapurna circuit trek known as Thorung La pass and round Annapurna trekking. Trekkers mostly start their trekking from Besi Sahar and trek follow the Marsyangdi River. When they arrive at Manang, oh they feel they are in heaven. From Annapurna circuit trekking route we will get mixed culture Bramin, Chhetree, Tibetan Sherpa, Thakali, magars, Tamang, Gurung etc, wild animals such as Mountain Thair/ Goat, Leopards, Jackal and different type of birds. The great view of Himalayan scenery including the Mt. Manaslu 8163, Mt. Lamjung Himal 6986m, Tilicho peak 7134m, Mt. Annapurna I 8091m, Mt. Annapurna II 7937m, Mt. Annapurna III 7555m, Mt. Annapurna IV 7525m, Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m, Tukuche peak 6920m, Mt. Annapurna south 7219m, Mt. Nilgiri 7041m, Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhare) 6998m, Mt. Hiunchuli 6441m and many more small peaks.

The Annapurna circuit Trekking is one of the classic treks in the world where possible to make the trekking itinerary short or long as trekkers demand because who have short time frame they take flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and who have enough time they follow trekking option continue to Ghorepani poon hill and treks end at Birethanti (Nayapul ). On the way between Josmom and Ghorepani there is natural hot spring in Tatopani where tourists enjoy with taking bath in hot spring. We are suggests to bring good equipments for Annapurna circuit trekking because we have to cross Thorung La top (5416m) Sometimes it may be risky due to the bad weather, such as snowing heavy, strong winds locked of trail etc but most of season no problem to make the Annapurna circuit trek

ITINERARY: Annapurna Circuit Trekking - 19 Days

Day 01: Kathmandu drive to Besisahar - 7hour drive
An early start to reach Besisahar (850m), the starting point of the trek. Your adventure begins! Overnight in Besisahar (850m). Overnight in Teahouse

Day 02: Besisahar Trek to Bahundanda 1310m - 6 hrs walk
After early breakfast we hit the trail. We have about three hours of hot but pleasant walking; we are trekking in the typical Nepali middle hills now, and the scenery is gentle, muted. After crossing a suspension bridge at Bhulbhule, the trail passes a cascading waterfall, and as we traverse the rice terraces, the views of Manaslu are magnificent. Following a gentle incline we come to the village of Ngadi with its picturesque shops,From here we climb, steep and hot, to Bahundanda. Bahundanda literally means "hill of the Brahmins" and it is the most northerly Brahmin settlement in the Marsyangdi Valley, situated high up on a ridge. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 03: Bahundanda trek to Jagat 1300m-5hrs walk
A steep trail descends from Bahundanda through green rice terraces before crossing a stream at the bottom of a small waterfall. It then climbs again and traverses the hillside high above the river before reaching the village of Hani Gaon. Ahead, the Marsyangdi valley forms a steep V-shape, and we follow the winding mountain path down through Syange and along the river for some distance. The trail then climbs steeply and the path is cut into the sheer cliff-face some 200-300m above the riverbed. Eventually we descend to the atmospheric village of Jagat, situated on a shelf which juts into the precipitous Marsyangdi valley, where we spend the night at a Tibetan-run lodge.

Day 04: Jagat trek to Dharapani 1860m - 6hrs walk
We awake to a morning climb, head steeply up through a forest to a wonderful teahouse just before Chamje and marked by a magnificent waterfall on the opposite bank. Chamje is an atmospheric village of traditional-style teahouses, often packed with saddled local horses. After descending to the river and crossing a suspension bridge, we begin a steep climb to some small teahouses at Sattale. After chai, we continue on an undulating path above the river, climb the switch-backing path to the top of the hill, and are treated to the sight of Tal below us on a wide plain by the river. Though it is enclosed by cliffs, the level area is reassuring after the slightly harrowing mountain paths on which we have just traveled. Beyond Tal and the checkpost, the valley narrows and the path becomes high and winding, and in several areas is actually hewn from the rock. Beyond the small village of Karte, there is a bit more exposed trail walking before the path drops again to the river. We cross a suspension bridge, and climb the short distance to the stone kani marking the entrance to Dharapani. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 05: Dharapani trek to Chame 2670m -5 hrs Walk
Continuing to climb through forests of pine and oak, we pass through Danagyu before coming to a thundering waterfall, where we turn left and head up the high trail to Koto. After an hour of lovely, open forests, we reach a clearing at the top of the trail and a charming Tibetan teahouse where we will stop for a break. Pausing for breath, we can look back for views of Manaslu. An hour away is the wonderful Gurung village of Timang, where the villagers might be harvesting their crops of buckwheat or stuffing local sausages. Heading back down to the village of Koto Qupar, our base for the trek up to Nar Phu, we can look straight up at nearby Annapurna II - a stunning sight convincing us that we are deep in the Himalayan mountains! Many of the villagers are the from Nar Phu valley; this is the gateway to their region. Less than an hour brings us to Chame, the local administrative center of Manang, and a large village packed with small shops and tea-houses, an army post and a large school. Overnight in Teahouse.

Day 06: Chame trek to Pisang 3200m - 5 hrs walk
It's a beautiful walk from Chame to Pisang, through woods with some small ascents, and wonderful views of the peaks soaring above us. It's just a five hour day, so we'll have the afternoon in Pisang to explore the village, with it's Tibetan mani stones and gompa, perhaps taking a walk up to Upper Pisang for amazing views of Annapurna II and Annapurna III. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 07: Pisang trek to Manang 3540m- 6 hrs walk
6 hours walk past a series of unique and colorful chortens to Manang, at 3500m, a village of 500 or so flat-roofed houses, the headquarters for the region, and an interesting village packed with trekkers, bakeries and lodges. Manang is dominated by high peaks - Annapurna III and Gangapurna tower over it, and a dramatic icefall sits just across the river. There is an old gompa on the edge of town, many local teahouses, and some atmospheric, winding streets in the village leading out toward the Thorung La. Finally, guest houses, showers, cold beers! There is a 3 o'clock lecture on altitude by the Himalayan Rescue Association for anyone interested.

Day 08: Manang rest day
Today is our acclimatization day, with lots of options; a long day-hike to the Ice Lake, a visit to the 'Hundred Ruppee Lama' at the cave gompa above Manang, a two-hour hike to Milarepa's cave across the river from Braga, the HRA talk, or a tour of Manang's many bakeries. A hike up 300 meters or so for acclimatization is recommended, but nothing too strenuous is required. The guest house is wonderful, a sunny and warm place to gaze at the peaks in the afternoon.

Day 09: Manang trek to Yak Kharka 4018m - 4 hrs walk
It's not a long day today, but we gain some altitude, so should take it slowly. En route, we will undoubtedly be passed along the trail by galloping Manangi horses, saddled with wonderful (and expensive) Tibetan wool saddle blankets, and their jubilant Manangi riders, bells jingling as they gallop by. We climb past Tengi and Gunsang to Yak Kharka. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 10: Yak Kharka trek to Thorung Phedi 4450m - 3hrs walk
An easy two or three hour walk up to the Thorung La Base Camp Hotel at Thorung Phedi, and after an early lunch, another hour or so to hike up to the lodge at High Camp, where we will stay the night, getting to bed early for our early morning start the next day; pass day! If anyone is having problems with altitude, we have the option of staying at Thorung Phedi Base Camp, where we had lunch, a nice spot to spend the afternoon with its glass windows. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 11: Thorung Phedi- Thorung la pass 5416m -Muktinath 3760m- 9 hrs walk
Up early for the three or four hour walk to the top of the Thorung La at 5400m, where we are treated with spectacular views over Mustang and the surrounding peaks. The descent is almost as demanding as the ascent to the top of the pass, so a cup of chai and a snack at the local tea house at Chabarbu, at the bottom of the descent, is a required stop. And on to lower Mustang, which we have actually reached just after the pass, and the serene temple complex of Muktinath. Muktinath is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and Hindus situated in a tranquil grove of trees, and contains a wall of 108 waterspouts in the shape of cows heads spouting sacred water, the Jwala Mai temple with a perpetual spouting flame and the pagoda-styled Vishnu Mandir, all of which make up the auspicious combination of earth, fire and water. We stay just five minutes down the trail from Muktinath at Ranipauwa Overnight in Teahouse

Day 12: Muktinath trek to Marpha 2670m- 6 hrs Walk
We have a nice morning's walk down the Kali Gandaki riverbed, looking for saligrams along the way, to Jomsom, the administrative center for the region. The Kali Gandaki valley gets incredibly windy in the early afternoon, so important to arrive before noon; we'll have lunch in Jomsom, and there is a bank if anyone needs to change money. Then another few hours to Marpha along the same riverbed. Marpha is a white-washed village of cobbled streets, small shops, horses and donkeys, a recently rebuilt gompa and caves above the village, and a wonderful place to stop for the evening. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 13: Marpha trek to Ghasa 2010m- 6hrs Walk
We continue descending the Kali Gandaki Gorge to Tukuche, a delightful village with a large gompa. Beyond Tukuche we walk along the west bank of the Kali Gandaki towards Larjung. Here, as in many of the villages in this area, narrow alleyways and tunnels connect houses with enclosed courtyards, providing protection against the winds blowing up the valley. We make our way through pine, juniper and cypress forests to Kalopani, enjoying fine views of Annapurna I and Fang. Ghasa, our next desination, lies an hour beyond Kalopani. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 14: Ghasa trek to Tatopani 1190m- 5 hrs Walk
Another long day, but well worth the effort to get to Tatopani, where the double hot springs are situated scenically next to the riverbed, well-deserved massages are offered by the hot springs, the bakeries are heaven, oranges and lemons fall from the fruit trees and the monkeys play across the river. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 15: Tatopani trek to Ghorepani 2850m- 8 hrs Walk
Get ready for some more hills! Today's walk is a hot one, and quite strenuous as we branch off after an hour of walking from Tatopani from the trail heading to Beni, and take the Ghorepani trail, starting straight up hill. After a long, gradual walk up, you will stay at Ghorepani in order to make the climb to Poon Hill early in the morning. From this point you receive spectacular views of the Annapurna & Dhaulagiri massif. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 16: Ghorepani trek - Poon hill 3193m – Tadapani 2590m- 6 hrs Walk
Those who want can hike up Poon Hill for a 360 degree Himalayan panorama; one of the best view point in Nepal. You can spot whole annapurna range with Dhaulagiri. After breakfast, we have a half day's walk to Tadapani, where we'll be treated to spectacular views of Machapuchare. Watch for monkeys on the way up! Overnight in Teahouse

Day 17: Tadapani trek to Ghandruk 1940m- 4 hrs Walk
We descend through an old, open forest - and it's important to trek in a group today, as this region used to be know for 'dacoits' - to the village of Gandruk, a Gurung village still existing in its traditional state. Again, perfect views; as well, there is a Gurung museum, worth a visit, and several small restaurants serving traditional Gurung fare such as fermented, sour spinach soup. Yum! Overnight in Teahouse

Day 18: Ghandruk trek to Nayapul-1070m 5 hrs and drive to Pokhara 820m one hrs
A golden, scenic last day of trekking through the terraced rice fields below Gandruk on the way to Kimche. We can look back on the way up to Annapurna Base Camp, far above. About four hours should be enough for us to make it to Naya Pul (new bridge), where we check out of the Annapurna Sanctuary Area, cross the bridge, and catch our ride back to Pokhara, just an hour or so down the road. We spend the night in a nice guest house with hot showers, and eat out at the one of the cool Cafe, where the beers are really cold, the food delicious and the atmosphere great. Overnight in Teahouse

Day 19 Pokhara drive to Kathmandu: 6-7 hours Drive
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus that takes about six or seven hours. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where the Nepal's first Cable car is operated to reach to Manakamana Temple. En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to capital city. You are then directly taken to your hotel in Kathmandu.

Fixed Departure Dates 2010 (Tailormade departures available on request)

March – 20th, 24th, 29th
April: 3rd, 7th, 11th, 16th, 21st, 24th, 28th
May: 5th, 9th, 13th, 19th, 26th
June: 7th, 12th, 18th, 27th
July: 6th, 22nd
August: 5th, 9th, 13th, 19th, 26th
September: 3rd, 7th, 11th, 16th, 21st, 24th, 28th
October: 2nd, 5th, 9th, 14th, 19th, 25th, 29th, 31st
November: 3rd, 6th, 8th, 11th, 16th, 19th, 23rd, 29th
December: 8th, 12th, 20th, 26th

FIXED PRICE BEST ON YOUR GROUP SIZE ...!

TREK PRICE INCLUDES:-

• Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer
• Kathmandu Besi Sahar transportation by Public Mini bus for staff and members
• Pokhara to Kathmandu transportation by Tourist bus for staff and members
• Trek end point to Pokhara transportation by Taxi or Van depend on group size
• Trekking Accommodation: Twin Sharing accommodation in teahouse/lodge
• Pokhara Accommodation: Twin Sharing accommodation
• Trekking Meals: (breakfast, lunch and dinner) Three time a day
• Desert /fruit after having diner as company provide
• Annapurna conservation Area Entry Permit and Applicable trekking permits
• Insurance for Trekking staff and expenses
• TREKKING GUIDE: One Government license Holder trekking guide for the team.
• TREKKING PORTERS: Two members get one porter to carry yours bag pack
• All government taxes and services charge

TREK PRICE EXCLUDES :-

• Accomodation and meals whilst in Kathmandu
• Any activities in Kathmandu
• High risk medical insurance and Personal Travel insurance
• International air ticket and Tax
• All domestic airfare and airport taxes (If program require the flight to used)
• Alcoholic beverages, telephone calls and All types of Drinks
• Wire Transfer charge or Credit card service charge as company rule
• Nepal entry visa fee
• Tips and Personal expenses
• Personal Trekking Equipments
• Rescue Helicopter charge (Only if your Condition require the rescue)
• If extra porters requires
• Any other things not mentioned

Fixed Departures 2010 Popular Trekking in Nepal

• Annapurna Circuit Trekking - 19 Days
• Annapurna Base Camp Trekking - 14 days
• Jomsom And Muktinath Trekking - 12 days
• Ghorepani - Poon Hill Trekking - 8 days
• Ghandruk Trekking - 5 days
• Everest Base camp and Kala Pattar Trekking - 12 days
• Everest View Trekking or Everest Panorama Trekking - 7 days
• Gokyo Lake/Gokyo Valley Trekking - 12 days
• Jiri Trek to Gokyo Lake- 19 days
• Jiri to Everest Base camp Trekking - 19 days
• Cho La Pass and Everest base camp Trekking - 16 days
• Jiri Trek to Cho La Pass - 23 days
• Langtang Valley Trekking - 9 days
• Langtang, Gosainkund and Helambu Trekking - 13 days
• Gosainkund and Helambu Trekking - 10 days
• Helambu Valley Trekking - 8 days