Annapurna Circuit Trek

Our airport representative will greet you upon arrival and arrange transportation to your hotel. Once you've checked in, you'll receive more information about the program. Since there are no scheduled activities for the day, you can relax and explore the hotel and its surroundings at your leisure.

You go on a road trip to Beshisahar, witnessing the rural lifestyle along the way. Once you reach Beshisahar, you take a jeep driving through winding roads, up to Jagat, where you stay overnight.

On the way to Dharapani from Jagat, you’ll pass through the lovely village of Tal. It is a small village situated in the Manang District. Along this trail, you’ll find well-built suspension bridges providing safe passage across the deep gorges and rivers. These bridges give u a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscapes.

Today, you start your trek to Chame. You’ll pass through the picturesque villages of Bagarchhap, Danaque, Timang, and Koto. They are known for their Tibetan-styled house, and scenic views offering insights into the local culture. Koto village also serves as the gateway to the Nar Phu Valley. You then reach Chame, where you stay overnight.

This trek from Chame to Pisang provides a variety of highlights. The trail treats you with scenic mountain peaks, lush forests, and mesmerizing landscapes. You’ll also get a chance to explore traditional villages like Bhratang, Dhikur Pokhari, and Humde. You immerse yourself in their local culture and tradition. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Pisang Monastery, a spiritual place decorated with prayer flags and Buddhist art.

You finally hike to the upper Pisang viewpoint, rewarding you with a panoramic view of the Annapurna and Manasalu region. You stay overnight at Pisang.

Today, you start your journey to Manang going through Ghyaru, Ngawal, and Mungji. You take in breathtaking views and panoramic views of mountains like Annapurna and Pisang. The vegetation and landscape will alter as we travel across the cold, dry climate.

You can pay a visit to the Barge Monastery, the largest monastery in Manang. You’ll stay overnight in a comfortable guest house with some local cuisine.

On this day, you acclimatize for your trek to a higher altitude. You can visit monasteries around or hike up to Gangapurna Lake as well. You’ll also have the chance to absorb insights into the local culture and lifestyle.

Optional: You can also hike to Milarepa Cave, a round trip that may take 5 to 6 hours.

From Manang village, the trail crosses a stream, ascends to the village of Tenki above Manang, and then continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley, turning northwest up Jarsang Khola's valley. We'll then follow the valley northward, passing pastures and a scrub of juniper trees as it steadily gains elevation. Further, we give the small village of Ghunsa – a cluster of flat mud roofs just below the trailhead. Now the trail goes through meadows where horses and yaks contentedly graze.

We cross the river on a wooden bridge and pass an ancient Mani wall in a pleasant meadow before arriving at another small village – Yak Kharka. Gentle but gradual ascent is the key to avoiding altitude problems.

We'll head to the base of the pass at Thorong Phedi, a bustling little settlement that serves weary trekkers and climbers like us. It often acts as a base camp for groups aiming for the summit.

While some of our members may opt to hike to High Camp today to lighten tomorrow's load, we've planned a challenging day ahead. To ensure a good night's rest, we'll stay at Thorong Phedi, choosing the assurance of sound sleep over the uncertainties that higher altitudes at High Camp might bring.

We will start early for our climb to the pass, ensuring we're energized for the steep initial ascent. As we near the peak, the trail may turn slushy due to melting snow.

Moving through rocky ridges, we reach the summit (5416m), where an indescribably magnificent 360-degree panorama awaits us, with snow-capped peaks stretching north into Tibet.

Looking back, the Annapurna panorama unfold behind us, and ahead lies the stunning Kali Gandaki gorge. The trail then takes us on a steep descent to Muktinath, an important pilgrimage site for Hindus, as well as a cherished place for many ethnic Tibetans and devout Buddhists.

You’ll catch a bus back to Kathmandu, leaving the mountains behind you. The roads are winding and will take you through green hills and cool rivers. Once you reach Kathmandu, you will be checked into your hotel.

Notes

• Due to extensive road construction on the Prithvi Highway, the journey from Pokhara to Kathmandu now takes approximately 8-9 hours instead of the usual 6-7 hours. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the traffic congestion and increased air pollution during this period. The construction is aimed at improving the road infrastructure, and we appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.
  
  
• If you prefer not to drive, you have the option of taking a domestic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. The flight takes only 25 minutes, but there is an additional cost of USD 90.00 per person. However, it's worth noting that flight delays and cancellations are common, especially during the summer and winter seasons.

A member from the Nepal Hiking Team will come to pick you up and accompany you to the airport. You’ll leave with some incredible memories of this Annapurna Circuit Trek.