17 days tour

Annapurna Circuit Trekking

$ 1,399 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Annapurna Circuit Trekking

This tour includes:

Others

All necessary trekking permits as well as government taxes and official expenses Annapurna Conservation area permit and Tims Card. Use of a sleeping bag, down jacket, and a duffel bag (in case you donโ€™t have them). They have to be returned after the trek. A first aid kit and an oximeter. In a worst-case scenario, arrangements of an emergency helicopter evacuation service (to be paid for by your travel insurance) An adventure certificate after the trek is over.

Guide

A highly experienced, English-speaking trekking guide as well as an assistant guide if the group size exceeds 6 people.

Meals

Three meals a day during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as well as fresh fruits in the evening.

Transport

Airport pick up and drop off by private car. Kathmandu to Besi Sahar transportation by bus and Nagdi to Bagarchhep transportation by a sharing Jeep. Shared jeep or bus from Jomsom to Tatopani. Nayapul to Pokhara transportation by private car. Pokhara to Kathmandu transportation by Tourist Bus.

Accommodation

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights only) and Pokhara ( 1 night only) including breakfast. Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms.

Not included:

Others

Any Kind of hot and cold drinks Nepal entry visa fees (USD40 for 30 days) Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara Travel insurance International tickets to and from Nepal All personal expenses Tips for the guide, and porter (if you have added a porter to help you carry your backpack)

Flights

International Flight fare

Optional

The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.) If required we will provide but the price will be an extra USD 18 per day.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Annapurna Circuit Trekking

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive At Kathmandu And Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive At Kathmandu And Transfer To Hotel.

      Sherpa Expedition Teams staff will be there to greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and will take you to your hotel in Thamel that is the tourist hub of Kathmandu. Your guide will give you more detailed information about the trek at a short briefing in the afternoon. You will enjoy the thriving life around Thamel that has plenty of cafes and bars. You can also do some last-minute shopping before your trek.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Bulbule (923M/ 3,031Ft) 7-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Bulbule (923M/ 3,031Ft) 7-9 Hours.

      This morning we have a road trip from Kathmandu to Besisahar. After arriving at Besisahar we will trek for around two hours until we come to Bhulbhule that is situated close to the Marsyangdi River. 

  • Day 3 Day 3: Trek From Bulbule To Chamje (1410M/ 4,626Ft) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Trek From Bulbule To Chamje (1410M/ 4,626Ft) 5-6 Hours.

      On the trail today we have to cross several suspension bridges, pass by several waterfalls, trek through rice fields and cross several slopes until we come to our destination at Chamje where we will stay the night.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Chamje To Bagarchhap (2160M/ 7,087Ft) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Chamje To Bagarchhap (2160M/ 7,087Ft) 5-6 Hours.

      After leaving Chamje we pass through rhododendron, pine and bamboo forests and continue on through the valley before arriving at Tal, a small village with fields of wheat, potatoes and other grains. Next we come to Dharapani where we head in a westerly direction through fir and pine forests until we come to Bagarchhap where we stay overnight.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Bagarchhap To Chame (2710M/ 8,890Ft) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Bagarchhap To Chame (2710M/ 8,890Ft) 5-6 Hours.

      Our first destination today is the village of Danaque before we climb to Tamang Village where we are offered superb views of Manaslu (8163m), Annapurna and other soaring snow-covered peaks. The trail will also take us through several typically Tibetan villages, such as Thanchowk and Kolo before arriving at Chame.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek From Chame To Pisang (3240M/10,630Ft) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek From Chame To Pisang (3240M/10,630Ft) 5-6 Hours.

      The first village we come to today is Telekhu from where we have some awesome views of Annapurna and Pisang (6091m). We then re-cross the river on a suspension bridge to the south bank of the Marsyangdi River. We then head higher passing through a pine forest as we follow the trail through the upper reaches of the Manang Valley before coming to Pisang. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Trek From Pisang To Manang (3519M/ 11545Ft) 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Trek From Pisang To Manang (3519M/ 11545Ft) 5-6 Hours.

      Pisang is actually the starting point of our trek in the upper Manang area. Today we first follow the trail to Braga, a Tibetan village with its distinctive architecture and houses constructed one upon the other. One of its main attractions here is its Gompa (temple), the largest in the Manang region. Manang is a popular place with trekkers and is also an ideal place to acclimatize before heading to higher altitudes. 

  • Day 8 Day 8: Acclimatization Day At Manang.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Acclimatization Day At Manang.

      Medical professionals strongly recommend that before heading to higher altitudes that trekkers spend time acclimatizing. They also suggest you stay active. Today we will climb up to Khangsar (3756m) as a way to further assist the acclimatization process. 

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek From Manang To Yak Kharka (4120M/ 13,517Ft) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek From Manang To Yak Kharka (4120M/ 13,517Ft) 4-5 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail on a 10.4 km uphill climb to Yak Kharka through juniper forests. Along the way we may see yak grazing in these alpine pastures and will pass the only teahouse at Thorong Khola. Depending on the weather conditions we may choose to go a little further and stay the night at Letdar.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorung Phedi (4,560M/ 14,961Ft) 4-5 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Trek From Yak Kharka To Thorung Phedi (4,560M/ 14,961Ft) 4-5 Hours.

      We slowly get used to the higher altitude as we climb higher. We will follow the east bank of the Jarang Khola (river) and along with the trail view the steep bluffs before arriving at Thorong Phedi (meaning foothills). If we are fortunate we may see the famed blue sheep and even a snow leopard. This region is also home to the Lammergeyer (bearded vulture). There is also a belief that the mythical griffons are in this region. I would not hold your breath on seeing one though!

  • Day 11 Day 11: Trek From Thorong Pedi Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M/ 17,769Ft) To Muktinath (3,802M/ 12,474Ft) 7-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Trek From Thorong Pedi Via Thorong La Pass (5,416M/ 17,769Ft) To Muktinath (3,802M/ 12,474Ft) 7-9 Hours.

      Today will probably be the most physically challenging day of the trek. The higher altitude also contributes to the degree of difficulty, and there are often strong winds in these upper regions. Along the trail we may pass sheep, yaks and merchants transporting their goods from Tibet and between villages. Once we reach Thorong La Pass we will be have some fantastic views of Annapurna, Gangapurna and the conspicuous peak of Khatungkang (6484m). We then descend about 1600 metres You will also see the dazzling peak of Dhaulagiri (Dhavali giri, meaning โ€œWhite Mountainโ€) which is the highest mountain that is entirely within Nepal. We then follow a relatively easy trail to Muktinath where we stay overnight.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Trek From Muktinath To Jomsom (2750M/ 9,022Ft) Via Kagbeni 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Trek From Muktinath To Jomsom (2750M/ 9,022Ft) Via Kagbeni 5-6 Hours.

      After leaving Muktinath we pass through lush meadows, orchards and across streams and pass through Kagbeni Village before we reach Jomson in the Kali Gandaki Valley. Kagbeni is well known for its horticulture industry.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Drive From Jomsom To Tatopani 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Drive From Jomsom To Tatopani 5-6 Hours.

      Today we take a road trip to Tatopani as we drop down into the valley of the Kali Gandaki River - the deepest valley in the world. We pass through the villages of Marpha, Kalopani and Chokhopani which is a typical Thakali town well known for its exceptional cuisine. On the drive you will have views of several famous mountains, such as Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Annapurna before arriving at Tatopani (meaning hot water). You may be tempted to take a dip in these therapeutic hot pools. 

  • Day 14 Day 14: Trek From Tatopani To Ghorepani (2,860M/9,383Ft) 7-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Trek From Tatopani To Ghorepani (2,860M/9,383Ft) 7-9 Hours.

      Today we have a tough climb of around 1670 metres passing through farms with their terraced fields and then head up through rhododendron forest (spectacular in springtime with red, pink & white flowers) and through magnolia trees. Tonight we will stay at Ghorepani from where we have stunning views of the Annapurna Ranges and Machapuchare (fishtail) that is one of the few unclimbed mountains in Nepal due to its religious status โ€“ home to Lord Shiva.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3,210M/10,531Ft) Trek Down To Nayapul And Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3,210M/10,531Ft) Trek Down To Nayapul And Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) 6-7 Hours.

      This morning we are up bright and early and trek up to Poon Hill to watch the sunrise, an amazing experience that will leave you stunned. As dawn approaches the mountains go through a transformation of changing colors. This is undoubtedly one of the best places anywhere in Nepal to view the Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri and its many snow-covered peaks. This is an memorable experience and will give you photos to boast about long after leaving Nepal. We then head back down to Ghorepani for breakfast and then follow the trail for five hours downhill to Nayapul. The first leg of the trek to Tikhedhunga has a steep descent. We then come to terraced fields before reaching Nayapul and then on to Pokhara. 

  • Day 16 Day 16: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu 6-7 Hours.

      Today we head back to Kathmandu leaving the Annapurna Mountains behind. You will however take some fond memories with you.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

      A representative from Sherpa Expedition Teams staff will take you to the airport for your final departure from Nepal. We hope that this epic journey will be ingrained in your memory and will prompt you to consider your next trek with us!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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