This trek is considered to be the traditional trek in the Annapurna region. The highlight of this trip is the trek over the 5416 m Thorang La pass, the Hindu pilgrimage site of Muktinath, and the Kali Gandaki valley, the worlds deepest river gorge before heading down to pokhara.. This is as high as one can get in this region without climbing a mountain. This 20 days trek tends to be more physically demanding than the other treks so good physical condition is needed. For most of the trek we have close views of annapurna, Dhaulagiri and the the magnificent Machapuchre. Besides the mountain views, we encounter on this trek a variety of mountain communities of the Gurung, Magar, Manangi and Thakali people.

Annapurna Full Circuit trek Itinerary

Day 01 : Kathmandu arrival/ transfer to Hotel on BB basis .

Day 02 : Kathmandu guided tour.

Day 03 : Drive to Beshi Sahar or, Bhulbhule scenic view following Trisuli and Marsangdi River Valleys.

Day 04 : Trek to Bahun Danda(1310m)
The first part of the trek goes nepali flat to Ngadi, after that it goes nepali gradually uphill,and the last part of the trek goes really steep uphill all the way to Bahun Danda.
Total walking hours( 6/7 hours)

Day 05 : Trek to Chamje (1430m)
Walk for about 7/8 hours towards Chamje 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 Chamje. The first part goes steep down hill and then comes Nepali flat, and the last part of the trek goes steep uphill all the way to Chamje.

Day 06 : Trek to Dharapani (1943m.)
Walking distance of about 6/7 hours 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. Tilicho Lake if time permits we can take you on two days side to Tilicho Base camp.

Options 2 extra days ( optional )
Day 01 : Trek to Tilicho Base Camp(4400).
Day 02 : Exploration to Tilicho Lake (5200m) and back to Base Camp or Kangsar.

Day 11 : Manang to Yakkharka/Ledar (3800 m.)
We branch away from the Marsyandi Khola steadily climbing into quiet distinct alpine areas. It takes four and half hours to reach there.

Day 12 : Trek to Thorong Phedi (4335 m.)
High camp 4800m, Crossing the Jarsang Khola we climb to a small grassy valley and camp. Approximately 3 hrs walk.

Day 13 : Trek to Muktinath (3798 m.)
Crossing the pass early in the morning slowly reach the top of Thorang Pass (5417m.) and enjoy some absolutely stunning high Himalayan scenery and over to the Kaligandaki valley through the entire Annapurna range , Mukut and Mustang Himal to the west. Walking distance is about 8/9 hours.

Day 14 : Trek to Jomsom/Marpha(2720m/2670 m.)
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. It will be worth to visit Museum in Jomsom. It is 5/6 hours down hill and flat to Jomsom.

Day 15 : Trek to Tukuche/Larjung (2591 m.)
5/6 hrs. walk a valley dominated by Thakalis, Gurungs and Magars tribes, lunch at Marpha on the way.

Day 16 : Trek 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 : Trek 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 : Trek to Ghorepani (2793 m.)
7/8 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 : Trek to Tadapani(2630 m.)
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, 5/6 hours trek.

Day 20 : Trek to Ghandrung (1951 m.)
3/4 hours walk to Ghandrung, the biggest Gurung settlement with a closer view of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli.

Day 21 : Trek 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.

Cost: Please contact us. Minimum Group size: 2 Season: Please above mention Grading: 4-5 Departure date: as per your convenience. INCLUDED: Daily itinerary as described, all inclusive camping or lodge trek with English speaking guide and porters, all meals on trek, tea, all fees and land transportation, coffee and boiled water, camping gear such as twin sharing tent, mattress, toilet tent, dinning/kitchen tent, necessary staff. NOT INCLUDED: Bottled beverages, tips, items of a personal nature, delay due to weather, Equipment failure or situations beyond our control.

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