Nepal Trekking: Annapurna Circuit Trekking, Annapurna Circuit Trek

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Annapurna circuit trekking is popular trekking trail in Annapurna region where you will see/ enjoy with Himalayan scenery including the Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m, Mt. Annapurna I 8091m, Mt. Manaslu 8163, Mt. Annapurna II 7937m , Mt. Annapurna III7555m, Mt. Annapurna IV 7525m, Mt. Annapurna south 7219m, Mt. Nilgiri 7041m, Mt. Fishtail/Machhapuchhare 6998m , Mt. Hiunchuli 6441m, Mt. Lamjung Himal 6986m,Tukuche peak 6920m, Tilicho peak 7134m etc, Mixed culture Bramin, Chhetree, Tibetian sherpa, Thakali, magars, Tamang, Gurung etc, wild animals such as Mountain Thair/ Goat, Leopards, Jackal, birds such as pheasant, longtail birds etc. Around Annapurna Trekking/Annapurna Circuit is one of the classic treks in the world and on the must do' list of any serious trekker or adventurer. The circuit takes one around the Annapurna Himal, following the courses of 2 mighty rivers: the Marsyangdi in the east and the Kaligandaki in the west, and takes one over the 5416m-high Thorung La Pass in between the upper reaches of the rivers. The Kaligandaki is the world's deepest gorge, flanked by the giant Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalaya range . The flora, geography and culture also change dramatically around the circuit trekking.Annapurna Circuit Trekking- 17 / 22 / 31 Days

In recent, Around Annapurna/ Thorung la pass trekking has become a very popular and busy place for trekking, after opening in 1997. A few lucky scientist expedition groups had trekked into this region in the past 1950's. Any parties that are planning to do this trek must have a prim consideration with regard to the porter's clothing and equipment at the moment of crossing Thorung La Pass (5,416). Sometimes it may be risky due to the bad weather, such as snowing heavy, strong winds locked of trail etc. may cause problem.

Trip Facts

Trip Name: Annapurna Circuit Trekking Annapurna Basecamp Trekking Route Map
Max Alttidue: 5416m
Trekking Duration: 17-23 Days
Trekking Grade: Moderate
Trekking Type: Tent or Lodge
Meals: As per itinerary
Transportation: Plane/ Car/ Van/ Bus
Communication: Rare
Group size: Start from 1 Pax
Best Season: Mar - Nov.
Waliking Hours a Day: 7-9 hrs.
Medical Services: Rare

Trekking Itinerary

Optional trekking: I. Annapurna Circuit Jomsom
Days Destination and activities Elevation
01 Arrival in kathmandu, transfer to hotel, trekking briefing introductory programs. Overnight at kathmandu.. 1334m
02 Drive to Beshi Sahar from Katmandu 823m
03 Trel fromBeshishar to Bahundada 1311m
04 From Bahundada to Jagat 1314m
05 Jagat to Dharapani 1943m
06 Dharapani - Chame 2713m
07 Chame trek - Pisang 3185m
08 Pisang - Manang 3440m
09 Manang acclimatizing day. 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. 3440m
10 Manang - Yak kharka 4210m
11 From Yak kharka trek to Thorung phedi/Thorung High camp 4800m
12 Thorung phedi / Thorung High camp via Thorung La trek to Muktinath. 5416m
13 In the morning Muktinath Temple excursion and trek Kagbeni 2776m
14 Kagbeni to Jomsom 2720m
15 Fly back to Pokhara. Remaining time is enough to visit in major parts of Pokhara. 915m
16 Back to Kathamandu by bus/flight  
17 After breakfast, shopping souvenir and back to the next destination. Either you can make sight seeing tour this day.  
Optional II. Annapurna circuit Via Ghorepani poon hill Trekking itinerary
01 Arrival in kathmandu, transfer to hotel , trekking briefing and introductory program.  Overnight at kathmandu.. 1334m
02 Drive to Beshi Sahar and trek to Bulbule. 916m
03 Bulbule - Bahundada 1311m
04 Bahundada - Jagat 1314m
05 Jagat trek - Dharapani 1943m
06 Dharapani - Chame 2713m
07 Chame - Pisang 3185m
08 Pisang - Manang 3440m
09 Manang acclimatization/Rest day.During this day you can hike up to Ice lake or Tea shop near by Gangapurna base camp from where you will see panoramic Himalayan scenery including Mt.Manaslu, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapurna, Pisang peak, Thorung peak, Peak 38 etc and overnight at manang village. 3440m
10 Manang - Yak kharka 4210m
11 Yak kharka - Thorung phedi/Thorung High camp 4800m
12 Thorung phedi/Thorung High camp via Thorung La passto Muktinath. 5416m
13 In the morning excursion Muktinath Temple (pilgrim Tour) and overnight at Kagbeni 2840m
14 Kagbeni - Marpaha 2676m
15 Marpaha - Ghasa 2013m
16 Ghasa - Tatopani /Natural Hot spring 1179m
17 Tatopani (Natural hot spring) - Shikha 1920m
18 Day 18: Shikha - Ghorepani 2855m
19 Early in the morning hike to Poon Hill 3210m for superb Himalayan scenery including the Dhaulagiri 8167m, Nilgiri 7041m, Fishtail/Machhapuchhare 6998m, Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna II 7939m , Annapurna III7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Annapurna south 7219m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Lamjung Himal 6986m,Tukuche peak 6920m etc, breakfast at ghorepani and continue trek to Tikhedhunga/Hile 3210m
20 Tikhedunga – Nayapul. Drive back to pokhara and city tour. 915m
21 Back to Kathmand by bus/Flight.Overnight at hotel with BB plan  
22 World heritage sites sight seeing tour. Overnight at hotel with BB plan.  
23 Farewell Departure to the next destination.  
Annapurna Circuit Trekking Cost (PRICE) for 2010 (Valid Untill 2010 - 09-31) Optional Itinerary II (23 Days)
Service Types
Price on per person basis and Group Size
Group size
1
2-5
6-9
10+
Full board Camping Service
USD 1155
USD 1035
USD 940
USD 845
Full board Lodges Service
USD 1035
USD 935
USD845
USD 758
Guide Service with BB Base
USD 575
USD 435
USD 325
USD 242
Guide Service only
USD 437
USD 341
USD 246
USD 184
With Porter Service only
USD 355
USD 276
USD 207
USD 155
Annapurna Circuit Trekking Cost (PRICE) for 2010 (Valid Untill 2010 - 09-31) Optional Itinerary I ( 17 Days)
Full board Camping Service
850 USD
765 USD
670 USD
620 USD
Full board Lodges Service
765 USD
670 USD
620 USD
559 USD
Guide Service with BB Base
425 USD
319 USD
240 USD
179 USD
Guide Service only
323 USD
242 USD
183 USD
136 USD
Porter Service only
272 USD
204 USD
153 USD
115 USD
On the size of the group price may differ. Plese Enquire us with full size of group and for other details information

Note: city tour on request.
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Our Package Tour Cost Includes:

  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by car / Van (depends on no. of members in group.
  • Nights accommodation with breakfast at deluxe hotel in Kathmandu.
  • Including Tea and coffee with Full board Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking period.
  • Lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek.
  • Appreciable highly experienced, friendly and kind Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people)
  • All the accommodation of the guide, porters and other related staffs: their salary, insurance and necessary equipment.
  • Both way transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus/private car/Van
  • All necessary permit including National Park fees.
  • TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) Permit.
  • Full board accommodation in Pokhara (inclusive of taxes, breakfast, lunch & dinner).
  • Service taxes.
  • Office Service charge.

Doesn't Include:

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, but breakfast
  • Travel insurance, medical insurance with emergency evacuation (if needed) but we highly recommend the clients to manage the travel and medical insurance.
  • International air fare to and from Nepal.
  • Nepal Tourist Visa fee US$ 25 or equivalent foreign currency with multiple entry for 15 days, US$ 40 or equivalent foreign currency with multiple entry for 30 days. Clients other than Chinese nationals may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu
  • Airport departure Tax in Nepal.
  • Items of a personal nature, like alcohol, cigarettes, soft drinks.
  • Laundry, phone call, internet and other service of this nature.
  • Trekking Equipments list information please click the recommended items.
  • Tips for guide, porters, driver and other staffs
  • Climbing Equipments like ropes and crampons.