Annapurna circuit trek in Annapurna region

Annapurna trekking has been wildly recognized as a naturalist's paradise. The upper sub-alpine steppe environment harbors some of the rare snow leopards and blue sheep. Other areas of the region protect bird species such as the multi-coloured Impeyan, kokla, blood pheasant amongst a multitude of other birds, butterflies and insects. Many plants native to Nepal are found in this forest. The conservation area has 100 varieties of orchids and some of the richest temperate rhododendron forest in the world. For thousands of years people of diverse ethnic backgrounds have scratched a livelihood out of its steep hillsides. The advent of tourism and the phenomenal rise in human population has triggered a process of environmental deterioration. In 1968 Nepal's King Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation launched the Annapurna Conservation Area Project. With international help, the project aims to integrate environmental conservation with development that can sustain the area's reserve base. The project aspires to improve local living standards, protect the environment and develop a more "sensitive" form of tourism. One of its most important function has been to develop and teach courses on environmental education in local schools.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE TRIP:

Classic trek on ancient trade routes - Ascending the Marshyangdi valley- Passing Manaslu and Hinchuli - Visit old Buddhist monastery in Braga - Explore beautiful Manag village- Crossing the Thorung- La ( 5416m) - The Pilgrimage town of Muktinath, View of Dhawagiri Ice- flow -The world deepest gorge and the Kaligandaki valley - Natural Hotspring at Tatopani - Sunrise at Poonhill with magnificent mountain views.

Short Description of Annapurna Circuit Trek
The high point of the trek entails crossing of the 5414m high Throng Pass, from the arid valley of the upper Manang, home of Tibeto- Buddhists, down to the Hindu pilgrimage site of Muktinath, and the Kali Gandaki valley, the world's deepest river gorge, before heading down to Pokhara. Besides the mountain views, we encounter on this trek a variety of mountain communities of the Gurung, Manangi and Thakali people.

Annapurna region is best described as the most happening incentive trekking destination of Nepal. The Annapurna Circuit Trek has been proved as a highly praised and spectacular trekking route in the Annapurna region since it opened to foreign trekkers in 1977. This three weeks trek starts right from Besishahar and goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great view of Manashlu and Himal Chuli to the east. This magnificent trek leads you to the fine village inhabited by a wide diversity of people from different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and majestic view of the white Himalayas. As it continues to the north of the main Himalayan range on to the high and dry Tibetan Plateau, the scenery is equally breathtaking.

The highest point of the trek is Thorungla pass at the top of the valley at 5416m high. Due to the difficulties of crossing the pass, the circuit is usually walked in a counter clockwise direction. Traveling clockwise the longer ascent and shorter descent from west to east is too much for many peoples to manage in one day. To top it all, the crossing of the Thorong La pass (5,416m) is a challenging ascent, surrounded by some of the most magnificent.

Fact of the Trek

Place Covers	Besishar/ Manang/ Throung La pass/Muktinath /Tatopani( natural hotspring)/Ghorepani Poonhill/ Ghaundrung village/Pokhara.
Group Size	Min.1, Max. 9
Min. altitude	830m/2723ft
Max. altitude	5416m/17769ft
Grade info	moderate & fairy strenuous
Transportation	Ground transportation by tourist bus( Kathmanmdu/ Besishar/ Pokhara/ Kathmandu
Trek Duration	21 Days
Age Limit	17 to 68

General Itinerary :

Day 01/ our staff will pick you up at the airport and transfer to the hotel and visit our office for detail information. O/N at the hotel at 4 stars on BB plan Day 02/ Drive from Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (830m/2723ft). Driving 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 03/ Besi Shahar to Bahundanda (1430m/4691ft). Walking 6:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 04/ Bahundanda to Chamje(1560m/5118ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 05/ Chamje to Dhararpani (1810m/5938ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 06/ Dharapani to Chame(2725m/8940ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 07/ Chame to Pisang (3190m/10466ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 08/ Pisang to Manang(3500m/11483ft) walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 09/ Rest in Manang for acclimatization, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 10/ Manang to Yak Kharka (4090m/13418ft). Walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 11/ Yak kharka to Throung Phedi(4441m/14570ft) walking 6 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 12/ Thorung Phedi to Muktinath via Thoroung-la passes (5416m/17769ft). Walking 8:30, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 13/ Muktinath to Marpha via Jomsom (2665m/8743ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 14/ Marpha to Ghasa(2080m/6824ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 15/ Ghasa to Tatopani( 1110m/3636ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 16/ Tatopani to Shikha( 2020m/ 6116ft) walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 17/ Shikha to Ghorepani (2834m/9298ft). Walking 4:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 18/ Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3210m/10531ft) to trek to TadFBani( 2520m/8316ft) Walking 6:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan Day 19/ TadFBani to Nyapul and drive to Pokhara. Walking 5 hours and drive for an hour, O/N at hotel at 3 stars, FB plan Day 20/ Drive back to from Pokhara to Katmandu by tourist bus. 6 hours driving. O/N at Hotel at 4 stars, MAP plan Day 21/ Departure from Nepal.

NOTE OF ABOVE ITINERARY:

O/N= Over Night B & B = Bed & Breakfast FB (Full Board) = Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

THE COST INCLUDES:

: : Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car.

: : Two nights standard accommodation in three star hotel in Kathmandu BB plan.

: : Two nights standard accommodation in Pokhara at three stars hotel BB plan.

: : Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) in trekking, Pokhara and Lunch while driving from Kathmandu to Besishar and Pokhara to Kathmandu for you.

: : Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc.

: : All accommodations during the trek

: : Annapurna basecamp trekking map.

: : Ground transportation by tourist bus from Kathmandu to Besishar and Pokhara to Kathmandu and by car from trek ending point to Pokhara.

: : An experienced government licensed holder guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek.

: : Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter

: : Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).

: : Unique path's sleeping bag, down jackets, Duffle bag and walking stick, if necessary.

: : All necessary paper works and national park entry permits

: : Travel & Rescue arrangement.

: : TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System)

: : All government taxes.

THE COST EXCLUDES:

: : Meals whilst in Kathmandu allow US$ 10 - US$ 15 per day.

: : Your Travel insurance.

: : International airfare and airport departure tax.

: : Nepal entry visa ( You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal’s Airport in Kathmandu).

: : All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)

: : Personal shopping and laundry etc.

: : Personal trekking Equipments.

: : Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected).

IMPORTANT NOTE: The safety and the well being of our groups are of paramount importance to us. All of our trips are led by qualified professional guides, who are well trained by our Government. Our job is to ensure your comfort and safety as we take you where you want to go, because your holiday is ours. In this regards, we work honestly and effectively to provide you the Himalayan experience that suits your interest. We encourage you to question us freely and contribute in the planning stages of your adventure.