| Annapurna
Circuit Trek - 24 Days
This
is one of the classic and most rewarding treks in Nepal which circles
the Annapurna massif, starting at either Bhote Order or Gorkha,
west of Kathmandu and ending at Pokhara. For most of the trek we
have close views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and the magnificent Machhapuchre.
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 worlds 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.
Itinerary Outline:
| Day
01 |
Kathmandu
arrival/ transfer to hotel/ our represent will be at the
airport to receive you on your arrival. Just look for Eco
Trek's banner.
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| Day
02 |
Kathmandu
guided tour/ your guide will take around Kathmandu/ to
show its back ground and history/ visiting temples, monasteries
and colorful city itself gives you a picture of Nepal.
Trekking Start.
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| Day
03 |
Drive
Kathmandu to Beshi Sahar Overnight in Hotel / Camp. |
| Day
04 |
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
05 |
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 (22,291Ft.), Manaslu (26,760 Ft.) and Peak 29 (24,652
Ft.). Overnight at Jagat. |
| Day
06 |
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
07 |
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
08 |
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 Pisang. |
| Day
09 |
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
10 |
Rest
in Manang for acclimatization A necessary day to rest and
acclimatize and explore Manang. the village of about 500
flat. |
| Day
11 |
We
branch away from the Marsyandi Khola steadily climbing into
quiet distinct alpine areas. Camp/lodge at Kharka. 3800m/3
hrs. |
| Day
12 |
Thorong
Phedi (4335m.), Crossing the Jarsang Khola we climb to a
small grassy valley and camp. Approximately 3 hrs walk. |
| Day
13 |
Thorong
Phedi (Rest day) |
| Day
14 |
Thorong
Phedi to Muktinath (3798m.) Jomsom
with beautiful snow mountains and no tree land ! It is gateway
of Mustang trek. Those, having not good enough time to trek
down all the way to Pokhra can fly to Pokhara-Kathmandu
on the next day. |
| Day
15 |
Jomsom
to Tukuche (2591 m.) 5/6 hrs. walk a valley dominated by
Thakalis, Gurungs and Magars tribes, lunch at Marfa on the
way. |
| Day
16 |
Tukluch
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
17 |
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
18 |
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
19 |
Rest
at Ghorepani and 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. Or walk
to Tadapani at the afternoon for 4 hrs. |
| Day
20 |
Ghorepani/Tadapani
to Ghandrung (1951 m.) 6/3 hours, with ups and downs towards
Tadapani for lunch and camp at Ghandrung which is the biggest
Gurung settlement with a closer view of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre
and Hiunchuli. |
| Day
21 |
Ghandrung
to Birethati (5/6 hours, walk downwards to Modi river) and
drive back to Pokhara |
| Day
22 |
Drive
or fly back to Kathmandu |
| Day
23 |
Day
in Kathmandu on your own/ shopping. |
| Day
24 |
Drive
to airport/departure or stay as your time permits. |
Or
day for rest in Pokhara/ prepare for rafting or Jungle trip/ Pokhara
is good place to relax/ Clean/ nice and cool with lots of good restaurants.
Cost: Please contact
us.
Minimum Group size: 2
Season: March to November
Grading: 4
Departure date: as per your convenience.
Included:
Kathmandu & Pokhara (as per itinerary) Trekking
-
all fees,
- all
transportation,
- airport
pick up/drops,
- guided
city tour,
- hotel
with breakfast
- guide,
- porter,
- accommodation/
using lodge on the way,
-
all meals
- all
fees,
- road
transport/ one way flight as well.
Does
not includes:
-
lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
-
rescue/ emergence and insurance cost
-
tips (usually people can keep US $2/day in total for tips and
donation which is good amount)
- personal
equipment such as sleeping bags/ jackets (if you do not have we
can arrange within US $1.00/day for two items).
For
More Information: info@ecotrek.com.np
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