Kathmandu- Pokhara: 13-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek/ Itinerary/ Price Weather

Kathmandu- Pokhara: 13-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek

Highlights

• Take in the magnificent views of a series of mountains ranging from 6,000-8,000 meters

• Take in one of the most famous view points of the Annapurna region

• Witness sunrise and sunset views from the Thorung la Pass

• View green paddy fields, deep valleys, and alpine slopes

• Relieve your sore muscles and body pain in the hot springs

The Annapurna Circuit Trek/ Annapurna Circuit vai Thorong laPass High pass trekking is still without doubt one of the best treks anywhere in the world, despite inroads being developed in the region. It is a trek of diverse culture that starts in the lush fields of Hindu farmers and takes you through one of the strongest Buddhist regions in Nepal, which is very similar to Tibet.

The complete circuit starting from Besisahar takes between 18 and 21 days. Over the last few years, access to each of the major valleys that cut through the Himalayas to the east and west of the Annapurna Massif improves each year, as more sections of Jeep road are completed. Throughout your experience, your guides will make every effort to take this into account, allowing you to avoid hiking on the road as much as you can.

Nowadays many people trekking the route choose to fly back to Pokhara from Jomsom or take a jeep to Baglung and a bus back to Pokhara. The Manang Valley is one of many reasons to choose this trekking route, offering a journey over the Thorong La at 5,416 meters. It is spectacular on a clear day, and awards views of the neighboring peaks around you.

The full circuit will see you continue on past Jomsom to take a jeep ride for a day to Tatopani and the hot springs. There you can relax before continuing on to Ghorepani and Poon Hill, a part of the trek which has no road. Whatever you choose you will have climbed over the Annapurna Massif, lapped up more culture than you can imagine, and trekked through one of the most beautiful valleys anywhere in the world. At the conclusion of your experience, you will result back in Kathmandu, ready to fly to your next destination.NepalGuideinfo.com team try to best service during a Nepal It our pleasure !!

13 days Annapurna Circuit Trekking Itinerary details:

Day 1:Kathmandu - Besishahar - Ngadi (1000m)

Pick up from hotel in Kathmandu. 6 hour drive to starting point of our trek (Beshi Sahar Bhulbule Besishahar).2-3 hour trek to Nadi passing villages, farms, rivers and mountain scenery

Day 2:Ngadi - Jagat (1100m, 5 hours)

Pass the Marshyangdi river, waterfalls, small villages and terraced farmland. Cross a suspension bridge, view Manasalu and many other mountain peaks along the way

Day 3:Jagat - Dharapani (1960m, 7/8 hours)

Cross a large bridge near Tal and enter the Manang district. Traverse through barley, rice and potato fields to the village of Kodo and Dharapani, one of the large villages in the Manang valley

Day 4:Dharapani - Chame (2710m, 5/6 hours)

Trek through steep forest ridges. Be rewarded with views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II and Annapurna IV. End the day with a small hot springs after a long day of hard trekking

Day 5:Chame - Pisang (3300m, 5/6 hours)

Trek through steep and narrow path through a very dense forest until the dramatic curved rock face, rising 1,500m from the river. Arrive at the U-shaped valley of Manang between two giant snow peaks.

Day 6:Upper Pisang - Manang (3500m, 6/7 hours)

Take the upper route through Upper Pisang via Germu. Admire outstanding panoramic views of the mountain peaks such as Annapurna, Pisang Peak and more. Experience contrasting landscapes on the trek while approaching a harsher and barren region due to the cold and dry climate. Visit Barge monastery, the largest monastery in the entire Manang district

Day 7:Manang

Acclimatization day; take a short walk to higher altitudes to get acclimatized. Note that at this point of the trek, it's important not to stay still. Visit Bhojo Gompa or Gangapurna Lake. Take an easy excursion to a village called Braga and see its monastery and the Himalayan Rescue Association where you can learn more about mountain sickness

Day 8:Manang - Yak Kharka(4110 m, 3/4 hours)

Cross a stream to the village of Tenki above Manang and then continue to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley along the valley of Jarsang Khola. Pass through pastures, juniper trees and the small village of Ghunsa, a cluster of flat mud roofs. Trek through meadows where you can spot horses and yaks grazing. Cross a small river on a wooden bridge, and then traverse up the ancient Mani wall that reaches Yak Kharka, another small village.

Day 9:Yak Kharka - Thorong Phedi(4600, 3/4 hours)

Make your way to the foot of the pass, Thorong Phedi, a small busy settlement used as a base camp for trekkers and climbers

Day 10:Thorong Phedi - Thorong La - Muktinath(3800m, 7/8 hours)

Start the day early to complete the task of crossing the famous high pass, Thorong La (5,416m), the climax of the trek. Walk through the icy high altitude trail while gazing at the mesmerizing Himalayan scenery. Begin the slow descent to Muktinath, an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists and demonstrates the religious harmony of Nepal

Day 11:Muktinath - Tatopani(2135m, 4 hours)

Take a bus or jeep to drive along a plateau above the Kali Gandaki, the world's deepest gorge. Arrive at Tatopani, relax your weary muscles and dip in hot spring pools

Day 12:Tatopani - Ghorepani(2800m)

Breakfast and trek steep uphill via Ghara and Shika village for 7/8 hours to Ghorepani, one of the best view point for Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Panorama.

Day 13:Ghorepani to Pokhara

Early morning hike up to Poonhill to see morning sunrise and the Himalaya Panorama of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Mount Fishtail, Manaslu and other snowcapped mountain, back down to Ghorepani, have breakfast and trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara by private car. Stay night in Pokhara.

Includes

• Private arrival and departure transfers

• All transport during a trip

• Full board meals whilst trekking

• Accommodation in teahouses during the trek on a twin-share basis

• Welcome dinner in Kathmandu

• Transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek

• Sleeping gear such as a sleeping bag and duffel bag for the use during the trip ( Nepal Planet Treks logo )

• Professional and experienced trek leader/guide trained in wilderness first-aid

• Comprehensive first-aid kit

• Region trekking map, TIMS card, and trek permit

• Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment

• Proper insurance for all staff

• Warm clothing and trekking gear for all staff

What’s Not Included?

• Travel insurance of any kind

• Lunch and dinner (aside from your welcome dinner)

• All drinks and main meals in cities

• Gratuities to trekking staff

• Items of a personal nature such as hot showers, battery charging, telephones, beverages, mineral water during the trek etc.

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