The classical annapurana panorama/Circuit trek provides a combination of spectacular high mountain scenery ,picturesque lowland farms, villages farms and Local village,wealth of culture, interest and a challenging pass (Thorung La) crossing the Annapurna circuits trek is justifiably popular, best approached in a counter clockwise direction, which allows for a more gradual climb to the 5,415m high taking in the most magnificent views of the annapurnas, dhaulagiri, Manaslu , lamjung and Tibetan himalaya ranges. It also takes you from dense forests to the sparse Tibetan plateau, passing through ethnic villagrs of gurungs, tamangs, magars thakalis, manangies, Brahmins and chhetris.
The Annapurna is one of the most attractive Himalayan Panoramic view, situated in central part of Nepal, just north of Pokhara. The range from west to east consists of Annapurna south(7,219m), Annapurna I(8091m), Himchuli (6,441m), Gangapurna (7,455m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Fishtail (6,997m), Annapurna IV (7,525), Annapurna II (7,925m) and so on. The trek is not so difficult comparatively to others. Early autumn or late spring season is the best suitable for Annapurna trek.
Itinerary Details
Day01: Kathmandu – Besisahar (760m.)
Early morning after breakfast drive to besisahar via trishuli river it takes 8 hrs. O/n at Besisahar,
Day02: Besisahar – Bahundanda (1,310m.)
At the place of Besisahar, the trail drops to a stream on a rough rock staircase to Bhalam Khola. After crossing it the trail leads several up and down, crosses rice paddies and subtropical forests through place of Khudi, Bhulbhule, Ngadi and reaches Bahundanda. Walking time takes about 6 hours.O/n at Bahundanda,
Day03: Bahundanda – Chamje (1,430m.)
From the Bahundanda, trail descends on a step after a passing several villages such as Lili Bir, Kanigoun, Ghermu pnant, the trail drops to cross the Marsyandi river and through Jagat reaches Chamje. Total walking time takes about 6 hours.O/n at Chamje,
Day04: Chamje – Dharapani (1,920m.)
From Chamje crossing the Marsyandi River to the east bank and follows the trail along the river embankment. After that the trail passes under an overhanging rock and climbs a rock staircase. It passes several villages such as Tal Besi, Tal Karte and reaches Dharapani. Walking time takes about 5 hours.O/n at Dharapani,
Day05: Dharapani – Chame (2,630m.)
At the place of Dharapani, the route crosses several landslides and leads uphill through the forest. It passes the other places along Lattemarang, Kotho and coming Chame. Walking time takes 6 hours.O/n at Chame,
Day06: Chame – Pisang (3,190m.)
From Chame trekking trail leads continuously through the bank of Marsyandi River. It passes Bharatang and comes Pisang. Walking time takes about 5 hours.O/n at Pisang,
Day07: Pisang – Manang (3,500m.)
From Pisang, one can follow very soft trail to Manang through the place of Hongde, Mungji, Bryaga and reaches Manag. Walking time takes about 4 hours.O/n at Manang,
Day08: Manang – Rest day at manang and exploring the manang culture, O/n at Manang,
Day09: Manag – Letdar (4,250m.)
At the place of Manag trail leads continuously ascending to Letdar through several places such as Tergi, Gunman, Yak Kharka and one can enter to Letdar. Walking time takes approximately 5 hours.O/n at letdar,
Day10: Letdar – Thrungphedi (4,420m.)
From Letdar, the mountain path leads continuously to climb along the east bank of the Jarjung Khola, after crossing through wooden bridge. The path makes a short ascent and comes to Thrungphedi. Walking time takes about 3 hours.O/n at ThrungPhedi,
Day11: ThrungPhedi – Muktinath (3,800m.)
The trail is steep immediately after leaving Thrungphedi, continuously through the high camp cross-moraines up to pass (Thorung La). Thorung La, with its traditional, chorent, prayer flag and stone cairn, are at an elevation of 5,416m. After Thorung La trail leads all the way of descending to Muktinath (3,800m). Walking time takes about 8 hours, O/n at Muktinath,.
Day12: Muktinath – Jomsom (2,750m.)
At the place of Muktinath, one can back through the same trail to Jomsom. Walking time takes approximately 5 hours, O/n at Jomsom,
Day13: Jomsom – Pokhara
After breakfast fly back to pokhara afternoon rest day and full day sightseeing pokhara city.
Trip Cost
| Group Size |
01 Pax |
02-04Pax |
05-07 Pax |
08-14 Pax |
15+above |
| Cost USD |
697.00 |
641.00 |
615.00 |
595.00 |
530.00 |
Cost Includes;
Arrival & Depature Transfer by tourist van, One Night hotel accomodation at Pokhara on Standard Hotel, 3 Times Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) for Whole Trekking Period, Mountain Lodge/ Guest House on The Trails for whole Trekking Period, Experienced trekking guide recognised by Ministery Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation, Porter Services (One Porter for Two People,weight must Not be more than 25 KGS), Insurance for Guide & Porters,National Park/ Conservation fees/ TIMS Card new provision, Necessary ground transportation before & after trek in Kathmandu,
Cost Excludes;
International Air Fare & Any Airport Taxes, If you wish to come back from pokhara by flight the price is not inlcluded you have to pay US$90.00 extra, Nepal entry Visa Fee you may get upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport, Any Meals in Kathmandu Except Breakfast, Any Alcoholic Drinks (Beer, Wine, Whisky etc), any Cold Drinks (Coke, Juices), Mineral Waters, Laundry bills, Bar Bills, Communication Bills, Tips for guide & Porters, Other Expenses, which are not mentioned in Cost Includes,
Annapurna Region Trekking
