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14-Day Adventurous Annapurna Circuit Trek From Kathmandu
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Trekking, Adventure Sports

  • Duration

    13 Days

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

Embark on a 14-day Annapurna adventure, starting with a journey from Kathmandu to Dharapani. Trek through alpine landscapes and Tibetan settlements to iconic destinations like Manang and Thorung Phedi. Enjoy breathtaking vistas and immerse in local culture. Then, descend to Tatopani's hot springs before continuing to Pokhara for leisure time by Phewa Lake.

Highlights
  • Trek through alpine landscapes and Tibetan settlements
  • Ascend challenging paths to Manang and Thorung Phedi
  • Descend to Tatopani's hot springs for relaxation amidst natural beauty
  • Explore charming villages en route to Ghorepani
  • Day 1: Kathmandu to Dharapani Drive expand_more
    • A regular bus that departs early in the morning will take you from Kathmandu to Bhulbhule via Besisahar.
    • Your journey to Dharapani, your final stop for the day, will be made in a shared jeep.
    • Before reaching Dharapani, you will travel beside the Marsayangdi River via charming rural villages like Ngadi, Bahundanda, Syange, Jagat, Chamje, and Tal.
    • Visitors should register their IDs and hiking permits at the Dharapani police checkpoint.
  • Day 2: Alpine Trek to Chame expand_more
    • You will travel through the alpine country today, where the temperature will decline.
    • One gets to the Tibetan settlements of Bagarchhap and Danakyu after trekking through the woodlands.
    • Along with pine forests, farms, and vistas of the Lamjung and Annapurna II peaks, you will witness the apple-growing region.
    • After passing through the lovely towns of Timang, Thanchowk, and Koto, where the Naar-Phu road connects the Full Annapurna Circuit Trek Route, you will eventually arrive at Chame. The village's main entrance is framed by a sizable mani wall with prayer wheels.
  • Day 3: Trek to Upper Pisang expand_more
    • You will pass through the villages of Talekhu and Bhratang and arrive at Dhikur Pokhari if you keep going.
    • Annapurna II, Pisang Peak, Chulu Peak, and Tilicho Peak, among many more peaks, can be viewed from Dhikur Pokhari.
    • After that, you will go toward Upper Pisang by crossing a suspension bridge over a river.
  • Day 4: Challenging Path to Manang expand_more
    • You will take the toughest path, which includes multiple steep ascents and twists, starting from Upper Pisang.
    • You can experience breathtaking views of the Lamjung Himal (6,983m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Gandarbha Chuli (6,250m), Annapurna III (7555m), Gangapurna (7,544m), Glacier Dome (7,193m), and Khangsar Kan while trekking on the upper paths of Upper Pisang through Ghyaru and Ngawal (6,091m).
    • You will notice that the air gets colder, dryer, and harsher as the Annapurna Complete Circuit Trek Route ascend.
    • You will get the chance to learn about Buddhist culture as you go through the Tibetan settlements along this trail.
    • On the route to Manang, it passes through the endearing village of Munchi and the inconspicuous hamlet of Braga.
    • You will eventually arrive at Manang market after passing through a number of monasteries.
    • Along the way, you will notice that the road is lined with Buddhist temples. One of the largest settlements in Manang, which is situated along the Annapurna Full Circuit Trekking route.
  • Day 5: Ascend to Ledar expand_more
    • Your Annapurna Full Circuit Trekking Route will ascend to the settlement of Tengi from Manang village.
    • It crosses a spring and then continues to ascend out of the Marshyangdi Valley.
    • The route turns northwest and ascends the Jarsang Khola valley.
    • The path proceeds northward through this valley, slowly gaining altitude as it passes through a few meadows and a juniper tree scrub.
    • Eventually, it reaches the lovely hamlet of Ledar.
  • Day 6: Trek to Thoroung Phedi expand_more
    • You will walk to Thorung High Camp, also known as Thorung Phedi, today.
    • Depending on your physical condition and the weather, it will take 4 to 5 hours to reach Thorung Phedi or Thorung High Camp.
    • In these higher locations, the difficulty level and frequently severe winds are impacted by the higher altitude.
    • Unlike the lush lowlands you crossed on the way up during the first part of the hike, the deserted, rocky environment is unearthly and quite different.
    • Trekking to the High Camp will make the next day's trip simpler if you are not exhausted and eager to go further.
  • Day 7: Thoroung Phedi to Muktinath Crossing expand_more
    • The journey you will do today is one of the toughest in the whole Annapurna Full Circuit Trek Itinerary.
    • You may reach the 5416-meter Thorung La Pass by way of Thorung Phedi or Thorung High Camp.
    • You will wander down to Muktinath after savoring the splendor and snapping a few pictures.
    • There is only downhill travel between Thorung La Pass to Muktinath.
    • In addition to being a Buddhist temple, Muktinath is the second-largest Hindu temple.
  • Day 8: Journey to Tukuche expand_more
    • Today's Annapurna Full Circuit Trekking route will leave from Muktinath once breakfast is over.
    • As you descend, you will pass through several charming villages, including Jharkot, Kagbeni, and Ekle Bhatti.
    • The journey to Jomsom is considerably less difficult than the previous one because the majority of the roads are downhill.
    • The last few sections of the route are a little more challenging due to steep inclines.
    • You must ascend the mountains that lead to the Kali Gandaki River and a windswept valley to reach Jomsom.
    • From Jomsom, you will continue your trek via Syang, and Marpha to finally reach Tukuche.
  • Day 9: Trek to Ghasa expand_more
    • Your Full Annapurna Circuit Trek route will depart for Ghasa today after breakfast in Tukuche.
    • As you travel from Tukuche to Lete, you will pass through the picturesque towns of Kobang, Larjung, Kokhethanti, and Kalopani.
    • You may enjoy a stunning view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna from Lete.
    • The Kaligandaki River will be followed on the trip from Lete until you reach Ghasa.
    • You will spend the night at Ghasa.
  • Day 10: Descend to Tatopani expand_more
    • As the Annapurna Full Circuit Trekking Route descends from Ghasa to lower heights, subtropical flora becomes more noticeable. Rupse Chahara (a waterfall) is located along this road.
    • If you continue down the east bank from Kopchepani, you'll arrive at Narchyang Besi, which has a power plant that provides the community with electricity.
    • You will pass via the villages of Dana, Duwarikhola Gaon, Guithe, and Jalthale on your way to Tatopani, your final stop for the day.
    • There are hot springs in Tatopani where you may have a revitalizing soak.
  • Day 11: Trek to Ghorepani expand_more
    • After enjoying a sumptuous breakfast in Tatopani, you will set off on your Annapurna Full Circuit Trek route from the highway.
    • You will pass through picturesque villages with terraced and sloping farmlands, such as Ghara, Shikha, and Phalate.
    • Throughout the trek, you may see how villagers live. Ghorepani is reached after a hard climb largely along stone-paved routes.
    • A variety of vibrant plants can be seen along the way, and as you climb, you can see more and more majestic mountain peaks.
    • The next morning, additional beauty can be seen at Poon Hill.
  • Day 12: Ghorepani to Tikhedhunga Hike expand_more
    • For the Poon Hill excursion, you must get up early.
    • The golden summits come to life with the dawn's first light.
    • Following an hour of taking in the breathtaking scenery, you will return to Ghorepani for a delicious supper.
    • Afterward, you will continue the Annapurna Full Circuit Trek in the direction of Tikhedhunga.
    • To ultimately get to Tikhedhunga, your final stop for the day, you will walk through rhododendron woods, passing through magnificent towns like Nangethanti, Banthanti, and Ulleri, a sizable Magar hamlet.
  • Day 13: Trek to Nayapool and Drive to Pokhara expand_more
    • You will begin your Full Annapurna Circuit Trek from Tikhedhunga to Nayapul today after breakfast.
    • To ultimately reach Nayapul, you will stroll through picturesque towns like Hile, Sudame, and Birethanti.
    • Following Bhurungdi Khola from Sudame to Birethanti and then Modi Khola to Nayapul is your hiking route.
    • You will take a private vehicle from Nayapul to Pokhara.
    • You will have free time in Pokhara to spend any way you choose.
    • You may go shopping, explore the area around your hotel, or perhaps rent a boat and cruise Phewa Lake.
What's Included
  • Guide charges and services
  • Guides accommodation and food
  • Welcoming at Pokhara Airport or bus park
  • Detailed briefing on trekking because trekking
What's Excluded
  • Porter charges
  • Pick-up and Drop transport services
  • Times and permits for trekking
  • Client's food and accomodation
Know before you go
  • TREKKING PERMIT:
  • Your visa valid only in city area but not in countryside trekking. Thus issuing trekking permit from ACAP ALONG With TIMS assure you to be ready for trek. NOTE:  that this documents serve as your passwords.
  • Backpacking:
  • The roads are brutally steep so your backpack could be heavy for this you need to hire a porter along with guide.
  • Basic trekking equipment
  • It  includes boots, gaiters, socks, sandal, sleeping bag, night thermal, walking poles, googles, gloves, torch-lights and so on.
  • Accommodation: Typical Nepali style room. Modernization occurred somewhere resulting some sophisticated rooms at lower part.
  • Food AND DRINKS: A lot variety of menus can be seen but some of them are only written .Higher we go we get less foodstuff. NOTE; foods are carried by porter. So what I suggest that better have some kind of food because many people develop food intoxication. Calcium tablets and water purifying stuff is compulsion. Regarding drinks three home-brewed liquors offered are namely chang, raksi and thungba( less often). Chang is best compared with beer and is typically fermented from rice. Raksi is distilled from fermented mush of grains or fruits.
  • Health and hygiene
  • The commonest syndrome is diarrhea and could be temporarily debilitating. Besides this disrupted sleep pattern, stress, strange and exotic food may develop new type of bacteria. Oxygen deficiency in higher altitude so using 0RS( oral rehydration solution) replenish your body salt along with drinking a lot of water as it contain sufficient amount of water. Altitude sickness might be seen so acclimatization is pre-required.
  • COMMUNICATION
  • WI-FI are available in most of the part so to be connected you can carry the portable devices for internet access. NOTE; WI-FI aren’t as fast as fan. Local phones and selfphone too works.
  • LANGUAGE
  • Gurung, Tamang, Poon e.t.c live over there so they speak their own dialects along in Nepal. Very few of them know English.
  • Additional Info About The Tour:
  • With its breathtaking waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, and several suspension bridges, the experience of Annapurna Full Circuit Trekking will astound you.

  • The district seat of Manang, Chame, offers a wide range of amenities, including lodging, Internet cafés, outdoor equipment stores, banks, and communication and medical centers.

  • The Chame route winds through stunning pine and rhododendron woods in a small, steep valley.

  • The Full Annapurna Circuit Trekking Route ascends after a suspension bridge over the Marshyangdi River and provides stunning views of mountainous terrain, including the face of Pangdi Danda and Swargadwari Danda.

  • Upper Pisang offers stunning views of the Annapurna Range's Kuntu Danda, Longyo Danda, and Pisang Peak.

  • The little settlement of Ghusang, which consists of a collection of mud-roofed structures, is located close to where the route continues to travel.

  • The trail passes through yak and horse grazing meadows known as Yak Kharka.

  • The path crosses a historic old Mani wall in a peaceful meadow after passing a small river on a wooden bridge.

  • Snow on the Complete Annapurna Circuit Trek Route can make it take considerably longer.

  • Following your guide, go gently and carefully.

  • You may observe herds of Yaks and blue sheep grazing on the other side of the river, across from the course.

  • In Thorung Phedi, there aren't many tea places.

  • Thorung La Pass offers a distant view of the Annapurna Range, Thorong Peak, Dhaulagiri Range, Nilgiri, and other mountains.

  • The Muktinath shrine receives a high number of Hindu pilgrims.

  • In Muktinath, there are two small ponds and 108 water taps.

  • A holy natural gas flame sparkles behind a grill just above the spring at Dhola Mebar Gompa, or the Jwalamai (goddess of fire) temple, a little distance away via a group of Chorten.

  • Jomsom serves as the district's administrative hub for the Mustang area and is home to the Thakali people and the traditional salt dealers.

  • Jomsom offers a clear view of Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri.

  • The most breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas are provided by Poon Hill, which is located 3210 meters above sea level.

Meeting Point

Pokhara, Nepal

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
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1 To 8USD 600 Per Group
9 To 15USD 650 Per Group
16 To 30USD 700 Per Group

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USD 600 / group