Annapurna Circuit & Base Camp Trek
| Starts from : KTM - Besisahar | Grade : Moderate to Difficult | Price: N/A
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| End at : Pokhara | Duration : 25 Days |
After the Government of Nepal reopened the Manang valley for trekkers in 1977, the Annapurna Circuit became a prime trekking destination for adventure travel enthusiasts. The popularity of this trekking programme is quite justifiable too as it provides an incomparable mountain view, insights into the local culture and higher level of challenges for trekkers.
This trek extends over four weeks and offers the best of the Annapurna region to the avid traveller. The trek starts from Besisahar with a gentle downhill walk to the small village of Bahundada. From Bahundada we trek through Bagarchhap, Chame and Upper Pisang until we reach Manang. The beautiful valley of Manang (3,351m) is also our base for acclimatization. After eleven days of trekking we reach the holy temple of Muktinath. The temple is considered as a sacred place by both the Hindus and Budhists.
We reach Jomsom the day after our visit to Muktinath. Jomsom is the headquarters of the Mustang district and it boasts of an airport, a Nepalese Army company and the biggest market of the region. From Jomsom we hike further into the Annapurna region until we reach Himalaya, from where we continue walking up to the Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m). Our trek ends in Pokhara but we get one whole day to stroll around the beautiful valley.
| Day 1 | Arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Transfer to Hotel. After your arrival in Kathmandu our representatives at the airport will transfer you to your hotel and help you in checking in. |
| Day 2 | Kathmandu to Besisahar (823m) Today we head to Besisahar on a coach. About five hours later we reach Dumre. From Dumre we head to Besisahar, a small town at the head of the Annapurna Circuit. |
| Day 3 | Besisahar to Bahundanda (1311m). O/N in Bahundada. The trek from Besisahar is a gentle downhill walk to the small village of Bahundada. The village gets it name from the ‘Bahun’ caste. |
| Day 4 | Bahundanda to Bagarchhap. O/N in Bagarchhap (2160m). From Bahundanda we trek down hill for a while and then the trek becomes a steep climb before we reach Bagarchhap. |
| Day 5 | Bagarchhap to Chame (2715m). O/N in Chame. Once again the trail descends steeply through cultivated fields and deep gorges until we cross a long suspension bridge over the Marsyangdi. The trail to Chame stays near the river as it moves along side cliffs until it passes through the Tibetan vilalge of Jagat and Taal. |
| Day 6 | Chame to Upper Pisang (3300m). O/N in Pisang. The trail from Chame to Upper Pisang offers a panoramic view of the Lamjung, Annapurna, Tilicho, Chulu East and Pisang peaks. |
| Day 7 | Upper Pisang to Manang (3351m). O/N in Manang. Today we leave the Sherpa village of Pisang, passing through forests of pine until we reach the village of Humre. From Humre we walk further until we reach Manang. |
| Day 8 | Leisure Day in Manang. O/N in Manang. Manang is our base for acclimatisation as we prepare for the next three days of high altitude trekking. From Manang we could also visit the small village of Brada. |
| Day 9 | Manang to Yak Kharka or Ledar (4018m). O/N in Yak Kharka. From Manang, the trail climbs steadily out of the Marsyangdi Valley passing through the vilage of Ghunsa before we reach Yak Kharka. |
| Day 10 | Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi or High Camp (4450m). O/N in High Camp. After an hours walk from Yak Kharka the trail passes through Ledar before climbing along the east bank of Jasang Khola and then descending to Thorang Phedi. |
| Day 11 | Trek Over Thorang La Pass(5,416m) to Muktinath (3798m). O/N in Muktinath. Today we start early from Thorang Phedi and continue up hill before we reach the famous Thorang La Pass. The trail then drops down hill until we reach Muktinath. Muktinath is considered to be sacred by the followers of both Hinduism and Buddhism. |
| Day 12 | Muktinath to Jomsom (2713m). O/N in Jomsom. From Muktinath it takes about five hours to reach Jomsom, the headquarters of the Mustang district. The town of Jomsom boasts of an airport, the ACAP(Annapurna Conservation Area Project) office and a museum worth visiting. |
| Day 13 | Jomsom to Kalopani (2530m). O/ N in Kalopani. An hours trek away from Jomsom is the Thakali village of Marpha. Marpha is famous for it’s apple orchards and apple products like apple cider and brandy. From Marpha we walk along the riverbanks of the Kali Gandaki, passing through the villages of Tukuche and Kokhethati before we finally stop in Kalopani. |
| Day 14 | Kalopani to Tatopani (1,189m). O/N in Tatopani. Our trek becomes steeper today as we pass through the deepest gorges at Dana, stopping in between at Rupse Chhahra. Then we continue walking down hill before arriving in Tatopani. |
| Day 15 | Tatopani to Ghorepani (2853m). O/N in Ghorepani. Crossing the hanging bridge over the Kali Gandaki river, we reach the villlage of Shikha. From Shikha we walk for three more hours before we arrive in Ghorepani. |
| Day 16 | Ghorepani to Tadapani (2630m). O/N in Tadapani. In Ghorepani, just after an hour’s walk we reach the famous Poon Hill. The view from the top of this beautiful place is superb. The mountains that can be observed from the hill are the Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Tukuche, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli and Dhaulagiri. After taking in the beauty of Ghorepani we continue walking to Tadapani. |
| Day 17 | Trek Tadapani to Sinuwa (2360m). O/N in Sinuwa. From Tadapani the trail is a downhill walk through rhododendron and oak forests before we reach Chhomrung for lunch. After an hour in Chhomrung we trek to Sinuwa where we will camp overnight. |
| Day 18 | Trek Sinuwa to Himalaya. O/N in Himalaya (2920m). The trail now drops as we descend down a stone staircase and then cross the Chhomrung Khola. After climbing high above the Modi Khola the trail continues up hill to Kuldi before descending again to Himalaya. |
| Day 19 | Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) or Annapurna Base Camp (4130m). From Himalaya we follow the trail high above the river and walk until we reach the Machapuchhre Base Camp which is at a lower altitude and a slightly shorter distance than the Annapurna Base Camp (3700m). |
| Day 20 | Trek to Annapurna Base camp and Bamboo. O/N in Bamboo (2310m). Today we trek to the Annapurna Base Camp (3700m).after a hearty breakfast and then retrace our steps to Bamboo. Overnight in Bamboo |
| Day 21 | Trek to Jinu (Natural Hot Spring). O/N in Jinu (1780m). From Bamboo the trail descends to Kuldi and then Sinuwa. From Sinuwa too the trail is a downhill walk until we reach Jinu. Overnight in Chhomrung. |
| Day 22 | Trek to Ghandruk. O/N in Ghandruk (1940m). From Jinu the trail again descends to Taglung, Kummu until we finaly arrive in Ghandruk. Overnight in Ghandruk. |
| Day 23 | Trek to Pokhara. O/N in Pokhara. Our trek comes closer to the end as we trek down hill fom Ghandruk to Syauli Bazaar, Nayapul and finally Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara. |
| Day 24 | Leisure day in Pokhara. O/N in the Hotel |
| Day 25 | Drive to Kathmandu (flights available as supplement) – Transfer to the airport either tonight or tomorrow. NB – Extra nights in Pokhara can also be arranged if desired. |
Return transfers from International and Domestic airport to your hotel, one night stay at the Hotel, all government taxes and national park entry fee, TIMS Card (Trekking Management System), required number of experienced English speaking guides and support staff (we pay for their daily wages, insurances, trekking equipments, food and accommodation), airport taxes, accommodation during the trek, emergency first aid kit carried by the support staff.
All meals in Kathmandu, Tips to guides and support staff, Additional costs in case of emergency (You must have adequate travel insurance to cover any kind of emergencies), Internal flight tickets, Additional medication for altitude sickness (Acetozolomide etc), Personal expenses and any other unforeseen expenses.
Nepal has four climatic seasons
*Spring : March-May
*Summer: June-August
*Autumn: September-November
*Winter: December-February
While there are no seasonal constraints on traveling to Nepal, different regions are best visited in different seasons. Enquire about any trekking region and we will tell you about the best season to visit that area.
Personal Equipment check-list for all treks
- Good standard trekking boots
- Camping shoes/thongs
- Socks-polypropylene
- Down Jacket
- Fleece
- T-shirts
- Trekking trousers
- Shorts (both casual and for treks)
- Swim wear
- Sun Hat
- Woollen Hat
- Nylon Windbreaker
- Gloves
- Gaters
- Strong Rucksack
- Sleeping Bag
- Water Bottle
- Torch/headlamp (with spare batteries)
- Toiletries/soap
- Toilet paper
- Sun block
- Travel Towel
- Wet-wipes
- Medication (cough medicine, throat soothers, water purification tablets)
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars
- Camera & lenses
- Memory cards
- GPS Tracking Units may be helpful
- Altimeter
- Compass
- Book/music player/pack of cards
- Padlock
- A plastic bag for waste
- Energy/snack bars
The following equipment are required during the Climbing period: -
(Warm Down Jackets, Sleeping Bags, Warm Trousers, Koflach Shoes, Trekking Shoes and Sandals, Perfectly fitting Crampons, Gaiters, Ice Axe, Jumar, Ice Screw, Rock, Picton, Snow Bar, 2 locking Carabiners, Gloves, Sun Glasses, Head Light, Helmet, Rope, Stove, Harness, Figure -8, Gore - Tax Jacket with hood)
Travel Insurances: -
Travel Insurances are compulsory for clients trekking or climbing with us. The insurance should cover you in case of emergencies like accidents, altitude sickness and ambulance and helicopter rescue charges if required. Please carry a copy of your insurance papers while travelling in Nepal and do send us a copy as well. This will help us in making all the necessary arrangements in case of any sort of emergencies.
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