Annapurna Circuit
Annapurna Round Circuit is one of the most popular trekking which runs through Annapurna region, west of Nepal. This is the region's classic long- distance trek for which you’ll need an absolute 18 to 21 Days (three weeks would be safer and more enjoyable). The route follows two river valleys, Marshyangdi and Kaligandaki, crossing between them over the Thorong-La Pass, at 5416m, the highest pass in this trek. During the trek you will see many Himalayan peaks ranging in height from 6000- 8167m (Dhaulagiri) and will pass through villages of different castes- Gurung, Brahman, Chhetri, Thakali, Tamang- learning somethingof their culture.
The popularity of the Annapurna region is entirely understandable; being amongst some of the most dramatic scenery in the world there are trekking routes to suit all seasons and levels of fitness. The best seasons for doing this trek are October to December and mid-March to May.
Highlights
Duration : 23 Days
Best Season : Autumn (Sep-Nov) & Spring (Mar-May)
Average Temperature : 5 to 15 Celsius
Starting from : Bensishahar (5hrs by car)
Ending at : Dhampus Phedi (25min drive by car or taxi to Pokhara)
Grade : Adventurousand moderate
Highest access of the Trek : Thorong-la Pass 5416 metres
Culture : Gurung,Brahman,Chhetri,Thakali,Tamang and others.
Mode of the Trekking: Tea house trek only
Himalayan sights: Himalayan ranges Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Fish tail, Dhaualagiri and many mores.
Most attraction of theTrek: Route specially mixed life and culture.
Outline itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at kathmandu international airport and drop to Hotel.
Day 02: Drive Kathmandu to Dumre by turist coach & Dumbre to Bensisahar. (823m/2699).
Day 03: Bensisahar –Bahundada. (1340m/4395).
Day 04: Bahundanda – Tal. (1810m/5936).
Day 05: Tal – Lantamanang. (2180m/7150).
Day 06: Lantamanang – Bhrathang. (2825m/9266).
Day 07: Bhathang – Hunde. (2995m/9823).
Day 08: Hunde – Manang. (3995m/9823).
Day 09: Manang: Acclimatization.
Day 10: Manang – Yak Kharka. (4220m/13841).
Day 11: Yak Kharka – Thorong Phedi. (4850m/15908).
Day 12: Thorong Phedi to Throng-La pass (5416m/17764) & Muktinath (3850m/12628).
Day 13: Muktinath - Kagbeni. (2800m).
Day 14: Kagbeni to Tukuche.2590m).
Day 15: Tukuche – Ghasa. (2110m/6986).
Day 16: Ghasa – Tatopani. (1180m/3870).
Day 17: Tatopani – Ghorepani. (2850m/9348).
Day 18: Ghorepani – Tadhapani. (2650m/8692)
Day 19: Tadhapani – Landruk(1565m.).
Day 20: Landruk – Potana (1900m.).
Day 21 : Potana to Dhampus Phedi drive to Pokhara 25m.
Day 22: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 23: Departure for your onward journey.
Service Includes : Pick up and drop from airport,Kathmandu accommodation (as per your request),All land transfer as per given itinerary,Sightseeing tour with experience local guide,National Park Conservation entry permit fees,Accommodation during trekCamping (twin sharing two men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent.3 meals everyday while on the trek,Experienced English speaking guide, necessary experience local helpers,All program according to itineraries on full board,Wages, food, accommodation during the trek in Tea house or camp, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs, Farewell dinner at Nepali typical cultural restaurant, Company T-shirt.
Service Excludes : Nepal entry visa.Travel insurance,Medical evacuation in case of emergency,Domestic air fare,Personal expenses,All bar bill,Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, Tips etc.International airport tax,any other unforeseen expenses are not included. Emergency Rescue (If Required)
Note: The departure schedule can be change on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, natural changes of walking track, road slides, avalanches and public strikes. Price subjected to change if there are more or less than 2 people in a group. |
