ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK - 19 DAYS (ANN-CIR-19)
This is one of the classic and most rewarding treks in Nepal. The Southern slopes of Manaslu and, Annapurna ranges are heavily settled and farmed except the higher regions which support thick forests of Rhododendron and fir. Most of the tribes inhabiting this area are Gurungs, Magars, Chehettris and Newars. Thakali and Mustang tribes control the busy trading and pilgrimage trail along the Kali Gandaki. One of the most striking significance of this trek is that we have a spectacular view of most mountains range every day.
Day 01. Kathmandu to Beshi Sahar: Drive to Dumre by tourist Bus following wild hairpin bends, and drive by local vehicles about 3 hrs. approximately to reach Besi Sahar and rest.
Day 02. Beshi Sahar to Nadi (1011m): Walk for about 6 hours towards Nadi through narrow tracks, suspension bridges and a deep river gorge. Overnight at Nadi.
Day 03. Nadi to Jagat (1314m): Walk for about 7 hours towards Jagat through the valley crossing several suspension bridges and passing several beautiful waterfalls, land view the tower of Mt. Lamjung (22,291 Ft.), Manaslu (26,760 Ft.) and Peak 29 (24,652 Ft.). Overnight at Jagat.
Day 04. Jagat to Dharapani (1943m.): Walking distance of about 7 hours from Jagat to Dharapani, entering Manang district from Taal and crossing a large bridge to Dharapani to stay overnight.
Day 05. Dharapani to Chame (2713m): The distance is covered within 6 hours. The trail now leads to the west in Manaslu forming a splendid backdrop of Annapurna II appearing occasionally to the south. As we continue, Annapurana range offers a splendid view. Overnight at Chame.
Day 06. Chame to Pissang (3185m.): Keeping by the side of river all day for about 7 hours and passing through narrow and steep gorge reach Passing from where Manang Valley (a wide U - shaped valley) hanging between two giant snow peaks. Overnight at Pissang.
Day 07. Pissang to Manang (3351m.): After a 7-hour walk through trails and broad forested valley floor a small stool airstrip and a village of about 200 houses and Barge monastery which is the largest in the entire district and reach Manang.
Day 08. Rest in Manang for acclimatization: A necessary day to rest and acclimatize and explore Manang,. the village of about 500 flat roofed houses. Annapurna II, Annapurna III (24,787 Ft.), Gangapurna (24,457 Ft.) and Chulu East (19,880 Ft.) to the north can be well viewed.
Day 09. Manang to Chulu Lader (4200 m.): We branch away from the Marsyandi Khola steadily climbing into quiet distinct alpine areas. Over night at Lader. Approximately 3 hrs. Walk.
Day 10. Chulu Lader to Thorong Phedi (4351 m.): Crossing the Jarsang Khola we climb to a small grassy valley and camp at Thorong Phedi. Then rest. Approximately 2 hrs walk.
Day 11. Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3798m.): Crossing the pass early in the morning slowly reach the top of Thorang Pass (5417m.) and enjoy some absolutely stunning high Himalaya scenery and over to the Kaligandaki valley through the entire Annapurna range , Mukut and Mustang Himal to the west. Walking distance is about 8 hours.
Day 12. Muktinath to Jomsom (2709 m.): A walk down hill with a dramatic landscape upto Jomsom.
Day 13. Jomsom to Tukuche (2591 m.): (5/6 hrs. walk), a valley dominated by Thakalis, Gurungs andd Magars (tribes), lunch at Marfa on the way.
Day 14. Tukuche to Ghasa (1970 m.): 5/6 hrs walk, a dramatic change in the surrounding with green vegetation and very beautiful view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna region. Overnight at Ghasa.
Day 15. Ghasa to Tatopani (1189 m.): 5/6 hours walk, gradual descend to Tatopani through valleys, fields and the beautiful Rupse Chhahara (water falls) and then the time to have lunch at Dana village which is the deepest gorge in the world. Rest and overnight at Tatopani.
Day 16. Tatopani to Ghorepani (2793 m.): (6/7 hrs. walk), A challenging ascent upto Ghorepani. Lunch at Sikha village, and overnight at Ghorepani from where one can observe the best sun set view over the profile of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna .
Day 17. Ghorepani to Tirkhedunga (1577 m.): 6/7 hours, Early morning excursion to the Poon Hill( the highest hill in the west in the whole trek ), bird- eye view of Mustang and Pokhara valleys, also provides clear view of 30 snow-capped peaks including the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri . Than back to Gorepani for breakfast. After breakfast an easy way down to Banthanti then walk another 3 hrs. to Tirkhedunga.
Day 18. Tirkhedunga to Pokhara: 3 hours easy way down via Birethanti village to New bridge then one hour drive to Pokhara.
Day 19. Pokhara to Kathmandu : Fly or drive back to Kathmandu (200 kms)
Cost of the tour: USD 320 (Per person)
Inclusive on the cost:
National park permit
All land transportation
Accommodation in a lodge
Sleeping Bag
Down Jacket
Guide and necessary porters
Medicals Kit
Duffle Bag for your gear
Exclusive on the cost:
Meals
Drinks from local market
Expenses of personal nature
Emergency evacuation
Insurance
Note: Above - mentioned trek could be made departure any day as per client's interest.
For detail information and reservation: ANN-CIR-19 |
