Overview
The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most important trekking destinations liked by the tourists visiting the Annapurna region. Also known as Thorong-La-Pass (5416m), this trek has stunning and panoramic views of many snow-covered mountains and beautiful lakes.
Annapurna Circuit Trek consists of 300 km of walking through lush green forests, culturally rich villages and majestic snow mountains. The trek starts from Besisahar, district headquarters of Lamjung in Province no 4. Then, it passes through the culturally rich regions of Manang. Trekkers spend a day in Manang for high altitude and excursion. They can also explore Gangapurna glacier and visit monasteries in Manang. Annapurna Circuit Trek includes exploring natural and cultural wonders, observing tribal lifestyles and sightings of rare flora and fauna. The trek follows beaten-path used as a trade route between Nepal and Tibet in the ancient times. During the trek, trekkers can pass through Muktinath, a holy site for Hindus and Buddhists. They can also enjoy an unusually wide range of climatic zones and varying altitudes in such a small area. Annapurna Circuit Trek ascends from lowlands of Besisahar (900m) to the snowy terrain of Thorong-La Pass (5416m).
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu to Beshishahar, 6 hrs driving
Day 03: Drive to Chamche (6hrs drive) & Trekking to Taal, 2 -3 hrs trekking
Day 04: Taal to Chame (2670m), 5 hrs
Day 05: Chame to Pisang, (3300mt), 5 hrs
Day 06: Pisang to Manang (3540m), 6 hrs
Day 07: Rest day in Manang
Day 08: Manang to Ledar (4200m), 4 hrs
Day 09: Ledar to Thorong High Camp (4950m), 4 hrs
Day 10: Thorong High Camp to Muktinath (crossing Thorung-La pass 5416m), 7- 8 hrs
Day 11: Muktinath to Jomsom (2700m), 5hrs
Day 12: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara
Day 13: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 14: Departure