Annapurna Circuit Trekking

A best trek in the world; Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal

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Annapurna Circuit Trekking Overview

Annapurna Circuit Trekking is a whole trek; it is your trek; it is the trek that the National Geographic has enlisted as the world’s best. Annapurna Circuit Trekking is not an extraordinary trek but a compound trek in which you come across all the types of landscapes that the general and advanced trekkers are looking for. Annapurna Circuit Trekking gives the best trekking experience by combining all of its major highlights and starts from the City of Temple and takes you to Besisahar at the beginning. This is also a cultural trek in which you dive to know the unknown, seen only in this part of Nepal, and has forms that you don’t hesitate to accept. The unique thing about the Annapurna Circuit Trekking is its trekking trail that enters into the Manang Region, by which you reach its heartland, amidst the richness of Manangis’ culture. Yet classical trek, some of its trekking trails are motorable and dusty; Americans, Canadians, and British like this trek, and you see them in the lodge. After the Everest Base Camp Trek, this is the trek that is searched most on Google.

Its trekking trail shows you the beautiful scenery that will appeal to you times without number, creates an everlasting memory, and entices you to press the button of your camera. You will find it hard to resist temptation. Its trekking trail not only confines to the unparalleled natural beauties, but also embraces Muktinath, the pilgrim of religious significance to the Hindus, the Buddhists, and the Jains, before this, it takes you to the highest pass of the Annapurna Region which is adventurous and challenging. It also takes you to a rural area which is so in comparison to your city; there the comfort is only an imagination. The incredible beauty of the towering mountains like Annapurna (8091m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), and Manaslu (8156m) coexist with your trekking trail in a way you want, and this unusual experience adds a climax to your sensory and stays on the back of your mind forever.

Accommodation

In Kathmandu, you are going to stay at the 3-star category hotel (Value). During trekking, you will spend your night in a tea house. The tea house is a lodge or a guest house. The tea house is an old name for a lodge because trekkers and climbers gave this name 40 years ago. After all, it used to sell only tea then. Now they also sell meals as well as provide bedrooms for the trekkers and climbers. The old name tea house is still used by the trekking agencies in Nepal. Hence, the name tea house trek. Tea house differs from village to village where you are going to spend your night. Some have attached bathrooms as well as running a hot water facility, while others have only basic facilities, that is, you have to share a toilet and a bathroom with others. This is so because they are located at a high altitude and the remotest area. Some provide dormitory-style accommodation, but they also provide you a bed, a pillow, a blanket, and a bedsheet still, you must have your sleeping bag. 

  • Kathmandu- 3 Nights
  • Pokhara- 2 Nights
  • Mountain Teahouse/ Guesthouse- 17 Nights

Transportation

In your trip cost, we have also included the transportation fare, so that you do not have to pay from your pocket when you are in Nepal. The fare includes pick up from the airport as well as drop off at the airport by private vehicle. As well as other transportation facilities like driving from Kathmandu- Besisahar- Pokhara- Kathmandu by tourist bus.

How to get noticed outside at the airport?

You will be seeing us outside the airport holding the name of TMG Adventure when you arrive at Kathmandu- Tribhuvan International Airport. You will transfer to your hotel. One of our company representatives will explain to you about your trip and share the trip plan with you. If we have a couple of times, you are going to visit our office or will explain it to you at your hotel lobby. 

Meals

In Kathmandu, we will provide you breakfast at your hotel. You are trekking near the mountains, that is, you are trekking at a higher altitude, so your body needs energy, and you will get the energy from the food you eat. The foods that we provide you have the right amount of carbohydrates, protein, and fat. We will provide you these in all three square meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee.

Meals included:

  • Breakfast- 21
  • Lunch- 17
  • Dinner-18

Attend farewell dinner

Travel Max Guide always focuses to spend time gossiping about the trips and sharing our experiences. This time, we will hear from you regarding your trips; how it goes? How do you spend your time in the Himalayas? Do you love our team and the service? Great feedbacks and time of listening from our clients. Your complaints and feedbacks help us to improve our weaknesses. And obviously, we love to eat food in the way you are going to see the cultural dance shows in a Nepali typical restaurant. 

Accomplishment certificate of Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Our company will provide you the accomplishment certificate and the Nepali typical gifts as a sign of love and reward. At the same time, we would like to be thankful and share our joy that you do trust and become a member of the Travel Max Guide. 

Travel Max Guide Team

We are workaholics, passionate, and expertise. We are not only just the trekking leaders, guides, or simply workers who are working in tourism. More on, we are storytellers from the Land of Himalayas. Lead you through the local villages, trails, and mountains. Spending time with the local people. Exploring local authenticity, life, and culture. Our team is a certified tourist and trekking guide. Officially certified licensed holders are provided by the Nepal Government. Well trained on how to tackle altitude mountain sickness as well as how to use the first aid kit. Our team will take care of you all the time. If in case you are affected by an altitude mountain sickness or if you get sick during the trek. The company will provide you the emergency evacuation if you need it, you will be provided a helicopter. That is the reason why our guides have 24/7 access to TMG Adventure in Kathmandu.

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is a must because you are trekking near the mountains at an altitude of more than 3000 meters. You must ensure in your country before coming to Nepal, before starting your trek. Please bring with you a copy of insurance, and your insurance policy must cover the medical expenses, helicopter evacuation from the altitude of 5000 m to 6000 m, and other things related to your health. Please give a copy to our company. It will send the information to the insurance company if you use the mountain rescue operation, mentioned above.

Passport and Visa

Before coming to Nepal, your passport must have a validity of 6 months, and you can put the Tourist Visa ‘On Arrival’ on your passport at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. On arrival, the visa procedure is very quick and simple. For more information please visit this site: Nepal Immigration

On Arrival Visa Fee at Entry points

  •  15 Days- $30
  • 30 Days- $50
  • 90 Days- $125

and you must also bring 4 passport-sized photos. If you are from China or SAARC countries, a free visa will be provided to you.

Trekking Information of Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Nepal is open for all seasons. You can do a trek and tour in different parts of Nepal. For those who are looking to do the trek in the best season, travelers can pick it from the below ones: The following are the best seasons for trekking in Nepal, and each of these has its charm, the one which is on the top of the list is the best.

  • Autumn Season (September till November)
  • Winter season (November till February)
  • Spring season (March till May)
  • Rainy Season (June till August)

As a trekker, you can do different types of trekking in Nepal, and they have been given below.

  • Tea House Trekking (Guesthouse/Lodge Trek)
  • Camping
  • Home Stay 

Travel Max Guide listed different types of trekking experiences. You can find it on our website. To make it easier here are a bunch of lists.

Extend your holiday/ Optional Itinerary and Services

Travel Max Guide offers exclusive trekking and tour packages in Nepal, Tibet, and Nepal. Packages are disseminated on our website with different styles/themes or experiences. Consideration of our previous travelers’ suggestion Travel Max Guide offers extension holidays. During the time of your booking, if you wish you extend some more days, you can check out the extended holidays. These are optional add-ons. Our company works for reliability and flexibility on time frames upon request of our clients. Before your booking, if you need any assistance. You can fill out a quick inquiry form. Our team is happy to organize this all. 

Walk miles for a good cause

Travel Max Guide is the inception of the First Act Nepal (FAN). Our team is working for a good cause. That might be a good question- there are lots of organizations working for a social cause but why we are adding the numbers. What might be the reason? The reason is simple, we do love to share what we have. We are strongly guided by the principal, “Love Your Neighbor as Yourself.” So we do. 

Travel Max Guide supports a certain income to FAN. It’s a team working for the children of Nepal. Support for the child sponsorship program. It’s just a small contribution to our children who are longing for love and support. If our small contribution can make things different, why not? to be a contributor. We are looking to build our communities bigger where everyone can get an opportunity. So let’s share what we can, let’s do what we suppose to do. Listen from your heart. Ok fine, finally it’s time for action. 

Volunteering opportunities

This topic is always a key point for us. And we are working on it too. If you are looking to do volunteer or engage in some kind of social work. You can contact us.

Group trekking/ Single

In group trekking normally there will be a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 30 people. In the group trekking, there will be guide leaders, One porter for every two trekkers, and an assistant trekking guide for a group of 8 people and more. The company will run private trekking for you at your time frame and requirements and solo trekkers.

Special events

If you are looking to make special events by filming for your moments. Travel Max Guide offers you travel documentaries, travel photography trips in all parts of Nepal. We will make the documentary for you. Take the special moments. If you are going to make it happen, you can contact us. This is our special offer, which is not included in the above price cost. You can send your group size, time frame, and requirements.

Travel photography

Upon your request, we can organize the travel photography tour in Nepal. On the trip normally there will be a photographer who will lead you to the Himalayas of Nepal through the lens. If you are a photographer, filming industry, or like to learn photography, Nepal is a perfect place for it. Contact us for more details.

Trip Highlights

  • Sightseeing in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Various rivers such as the Marshyangdi, and Kali Gandaki
  • The passes Dhulkur Pokhari and the Thorong La
  • Annapurna Himal range, Mountain views of Annapurna I, II, III and IV, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre
  • Rural villages
  • Bath in natural hotsprings at Tatopani
  • Pokhara city
  • Manang and the Tibetan Buddhist Culture.
  • Technical Thorong La Pass (5416m)
  • Spiritual center-Muktinath and the windy Kaligandaki Valley
  • The wonderful view point-Poon Hill (3210m)
  • National Geographic's one of the World's most famous treks
  • Challenging High Pass 5000 m plus
  • Fantastic, local cuisine

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (760m), then
drive Besi Shahar to Jagat (1300m) Duration: 8 hours
Day 03: Trek to Dharapani (1860m) Duration: 6 hours
Day 04: Trek to Chame (2670m) Duration: 6 hours
Day 05: Trek to Pisang (3300m) Duration: 5 hours
Day 06: Trek to Manang village (3540m) Duration: 5 hours
Day 07: Acclimatization at Manang
Day 08: Trek to Yak Kharka (4018m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 09: Trek to Thorung Phedi (4450m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 10: Trek to Muktinath (3760m) via Thorong-La pass
(5416m) Duration: 8 hours
Day 11: Trek to Marpha (2670m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 12: Trek to Kalopani (2530m) Duration: 5 hours
Day 13: Trek to Tatopani (1190m) Duration: 7 hours
Day 14: Trek to Ghorepani (2860m) Duration: 8 hours
Day 15: Trek to Tadapani (2630m). Early sunrise trek from
Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3193m). Duration: 7 hours
Day 16: Trek to Ghandruk (1940m), drive to Pokhara
Duration: 4 hours’ trek, 2-hour drive
Day 17: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu Duration: 8 hours
Day 18: Trip concludes

  • Trip Code

    TMG-AC100

  • Start Point

    Kathmandu

  • End Point

    Kathmandu

  • Trip Duration

    18 Days

  • Activity

    National Parks Treks

  • Region

    Annapurna Region

  • Trip Staffs

    Trekking Guide

  • Transportation

    Surface Transport & Private Vehicle

  • Trip Style

    BLD

  • Trip Grade

    Strenuous

  • Elevation

    5416 m

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Trip Type

    Small Group Guided Trips

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What's Included

What's Includes

  • Twin sharing accommodation with Breakfast plan in Kathmandu and Pokhara at 3-star category hotel
  • Lodge/Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the time of trekking

  • Pickup from the airport and a hotel as well as drop off in a private vehicle
  • Local bus transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar and back from Pokhara to Kathmandu in a tourist coach

  • Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the time of trekking
  • As indicated in the itinerary

  • Nepal Government certified English speaking local trekking guide and porter
  • Porter service (One porter for 2 trekkers)

  • Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Permit card for trekking
  • Official paper documents Government taxes and local fees

  • A comprehensive medical kit.
  • Farewell dinner in a restaurant with a cultural show.
  • Trip accomplishment certificate.
  • All government taxes

What's not includes

  • International flight tickets

  • Travel and rescue insurance

  • Nepal entry visa
  • Personal trekking equipment and expenses like water, laundry, phone and bar bills
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from your trip (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary. Expenses due to unavoidable events, like flight cancellation, strikes, and others
  • Tips to your guide, porter, and driver
  • Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the “cost include” section

Itinerary & Maps

Detailed Itinerary

Welcome to Kathmandu, the city of temples, you can call it the most developed city of Nepal as of now, and it is here, where we are located to serve you in a way you want right from TRIBHUWAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, where you can see us waiting for you with our TRAVEL MAX GUIDE SIGNBOARD, and your name so that you can spot us at once, and you will be taken to your hotel in a vehicle or to our office where you can ask us questions, having tea or coffee, after all these activities, if you have time, then there is nothing better than spending your time in Thamel, the tourist hub which is just outside the door of our office, you ask us, what you want to eat, what you want to enjoy, we will show you that the tourist like you most desired in a new place.

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Transportation

    Private Vehicle

On the way, you will pass through towns, villages, and beautiful landscapes. There are also terraced farmland and rivers. After some pretty long hours, you will reach Beshisahar. You then take a local jeep from Beshisahar to Jagat. This drive gives you some insight into the rural people their lifestyle and their culture. From Jagat, you begin your trek. It will be a new experience to drive on the public bus in Nepal. When you reach Jagat, you will find yourself in a typical countryside.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

  • Transportation

    Surface Transport

The up trekking trail that lies before you take you to the traditional and beautiful villages. Some parts of this trail are rocky, and these are also the parts that run by the Marsayangdi River. This is one of the important rivers of Nepal. From this river, you head to Tal which is the first village of Manang district. Enter the stone gate that has “Welcome to the Manang district”. You will see the sandy valley floor. Tal lies on the bank of the river surrounded by the lush hills. On the way, there are suspension bridges, waterfalls, up trekking trail, villages, and the Marsyangdi River. You will be walking on a motorable road, and this is a dusty road. Between them, there are stone cliffs. After crossing these cliffs, you head to Kharte and Dharapani. This last village is the source of information to the people who want to study the Tibetan Culture in detail.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Before you reach Chame, you come across a wooden bridge, and you will follow the decision of your guide who says which trail is the best. On the way, you will see the spectacular view of the waterfall, and you will also walk in a beautiful forest. Later you will reach Tamang village. You will be walking uphill most of the time. On the way, you will see the spectacular view of the mountains like Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV. You will also come across a hot spring where you can dip before you reach Chame.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

As you trek in a steep and narrow trekking trail, that is, switchback, you reach a dense forest, and you will see the best view of the mountains. You will not take one photo, but hundreds. There, you see a dramatic rock face. There is also a vertical rock on the way. After this rock, you see the Paungda Danda, a massive sloping rock face that rises over 5,000ft (1500m). You are in the Marshyangdi Valley, and as you come out of it, you will see the stunning view of the mountains Like Annapurna and Pisang. You will reach the Upper Pisang via a village called Geru.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Although the upper trekking trail is difficult, the view that you see is incredible. Today, it is all about walking uphill. You will walk on a switchback most of the time to reach the top of the hill. You can buy apples on the way and see the horse and ponies. Here, the air is thinner. You will also be in the region which is dry. This is so because of the Annapurna Ranges. You will see these ranges blocking the monsoon. Looking at the ranges, you head to Ngawal. Looking at the elevation, Manang is lower than Ngawal. The down trekking trail takes you to the Marsyangdi valley. On the way, there are rocks sculpted by the wind as well as pine trees that have slowed to growth. But the view of the Annapurna Ridge is beautiful, and it will capture your eyes frequently. There, the climate is cold, so you see less vegetation. On the way, you will come across the largest monastery of Manang that is called Braga which you will visit. On the way, you will also see the stunning view of nature, including that of Annapurna and Pisang mountains.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

This is a must for today’s activity because you are ascending to a higher altitude tomorrow. Rest or acclimatization does not mean staying in one place. You can use it to walk to interesting places, interact with people, learn about their culture and tradition, their way of living, and enjoy the local cuisines. Hike to either Bojo Gumba, a monastery or Gangapurna Lake.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Today, you will follow a trekking trail that will take you to the Marshyangdi Valley, and from here. you head to another destination. En route, there are streams and a village named Tangki. You cross the Jarsang Khola, a river. Following the uphill trekking trail, you walk through the pasture and walk by juniper trees. You will also reach a village named Ghunsang (3900m) where you will see flat mud roofed houses. You also reach a meadow, and from there head to Yak Kharka, a small village. Before reaching this village, you pass by mani walls.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Today also it is an uphill walking, but this walking is the most difficult walk of the Annapurna Circuit because you are heading to the higher elevation and spend a night at Thorong Phedi which means the base of the Thorong La Pass as well as it is a village. To reach the base, you have to cross a suspension bridge and reach a village called Ledar (4200m). You have to reach the top of the pass known as the Thorong La Pass tomorrow. From there, you can see the stunning view of Mt. Gundang, Mt. Syagang, Thorung Peak, Mt. Khatungkang, and others.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

This is the highest altitude of the Annapurna Circuit Trek, that is, you are at the Thorong La Pass (5,416m). From this pass, you head to Muktinath, and on the way, you come across the area that is heavily covered with snow which might stumble you. But this walk is rewarding because it leads you to the top of the pass. When you reach the top, you will see the stunning view of the mountains. To ascend this pass, you have to start early in the morning before the sun rises.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Muktinath is the place of religious significance to the Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. You see the devotees coming from India. There, you also see the temple of Vishnu and a Gompa, a monastery. From there, you head to the Lubra Pass for the incredible view. From the top of the pass, you descend to Marpha to spend a night via villages like Ranipauwa, and Jomsom. Marpha is also famous for apples all over Nepal. You can also enjoy the local apple brandy of Marpha.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

As you walk further, you come across many traditional villages. These are the villages of the Thakali people. Here, you will see apple orchards. Also, you will see the panoramic view of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Nilgiri, Fang, and Annapurna I. These are the famous mountains of the Annapurna Region. From there, you trek downhill to Kokhethanti and walk on a motorable road to reach Kalopani.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

The downhill trekking trail awaits to take you to Tatopani which means hot water in Nepali. There are bridges, subtropical forests, waterfalls, and powerhouse on the way. There are also bigger villages you will see. By the time, you reach Tatopani, you are tired. You can relax by dipping into a hot spring. Before you reach Tatopani, you walk through villages like Ghasa, Kopchepani, Gadpar, Dana, and also pass the waterfall called Rupse Chhahara.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

You head from the low elevation to the high elevation. You leave the Kali Gandaki River and head to the Ghar Khola valley (1170m). The trekking trail takes you to the terraced farmland and shows the mountains. There are villages named Shikha and Chitre before you reach a beautiful rhododendron forest. From the forest, you walk uphill to Ghorepani which shows the spectacular view of Dhaulagiri, the seventh highest mountain in the world, including the Annapurna Ranges.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Poon Hill is a viewpoint, and it is incomparable because it offers a rewarding and panoramic view of the mountains, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Fishtail. After this, you head to Tadapani walking uphill and downhill, in the forest, and on the rocky steps.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

The downhill trekking trail takes you to Ghandruk, another highlight of the Ghorepani Trek. When you reach Ghandruk, you will see the stunning view of Annapurna South and Fish Tail as well as you will visit its museum where you will have rich information on Gurung Culture and Tradition. By following a more down trekking trail, which is easy, you will reach Kimche and then to Nayapul. You can take the public bus from Kimche or either you can trek down to Nayapul. You head to Pokhara either on a jeep or a bus.

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Meals provided

    MAP

  • Transportation

    Surface Transport

Today, you will drive from Pokhara. As you head from The City Of Lakes to the City Of Temples, the scenery changes from lush forest to less vegetation area. Cross the rivers, streams, and pass through the scenic view of hilly landscapes. You will check-in the hotel. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant, seeing the Nepali dance.

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Meals provided

    Breakfast

  • Transportation

    Tourist Bus

Our company representative will drop you to the airport by private vehicle.

  • Meals provided

    Breakfast

  • Transportation

    Private Vehicle

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