High Himalayan Community Project Nepal: ANNAPURA CIRCUIT Trekking

It is one of the most beautiful routes and most of the joys of walking and discovering some of the highest and spectacular mountains of the world – the Annapurna , Manaslu, Nilgiri Dhaulagiri, Lamjung , Machapuchhere and numerous peaks around the treks also goes through diverse terrain , from the subtropical forests of the lower marsayangdi to the dry valleys of the mustang, through the throng La to the meandering Kali gandaki.

The culture shock is equally impressive and you will meet brahamins, tamangs, gurungs thakali, magars and of course Tibetans who have all settled in the shadow of Annapurna. Annapurna circuit trek is suitable for any walker looking for something a little more challenging and energetic. It does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience. Although, daily jugging or walking exercise is useful. And you need to be in good physical condition and able to walk for 5-6 hours daily.

February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November are the best seasons. However, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility due to rain. It is important to choose the right time to visit march, September, October, November, April and may are the most appropriate months as the climate is favourable.

There is starting a road construction work from both side from Beshishar to Manang and Beni to Muktinanath which is almost completed so there are already many local Jeeps are running specially for transportation and focussing to the visitors/trekkers so this trekking is also being shorter but people still follow the classical route even there are many Jeeps running daily but it would be better for those trekkers who have time limitation..

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 world's 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.

Annapurna region is best described as the most happening incentive trekking destination of Nepal. The Annapurna Circuit Trek has been proved as a highly praised and spectacular trekking route in the Annapurna region since it opened to foreign trekkers in 1977.

Some facts of the trekking

Destination: Manang, Throng la pass, Jomsom, Pokhara

Trek Days: 13-30 days, depending on the route you wish to pursue

Maximum altitude: 5416m. approx. / Elevation profile

Trek Grade: Moderate

Accommodation: Camping teahouses both

Geography: Alpine mountains & valley / Alpine villages, unique culture, glaciers, lakes, rivers, forests & cold places.

Best Season: April –May / September - November

Departure Date: Anytime through out the year except December through February

Special Interest: adventure mountaineering, Cultural, Environmental education, bird watching, nature walk, photography.

Possible views of Mountains: 42 mountains over 6000 meters including Anaapurna1,2,3,4,Gangapurna, Heunchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, fishtail, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu range and many more.

Transportation: flight, private bus or car

Average hiking: per day will be 5- 6-7 hrs.

Cost: contact us

Trekking highlights

Classic trek on ancient trade routes - Ascending the Marshyangdi valley- Passing Manaslu and Hinchuli - Visit old Buddhist monastery in Braga - Explore beautiful Manag village- Crossing the Thorung- La ( 5416m) - The Pilgrimage town of Muktinath, View of Dhawagiri Ice- flow -The world deepest gorge, the Kaligandaki valley - Natural Hotspring at Tatopani - Sunrise at Poonhill with magnificent mountain views.

Suggested itinerary

Day 01 : pick up from the Int'L Airport, transfer to Hotel & well come diner.

Day 02 : Sightseeing In kathmandu valley.

Day 03 : Kathmandu - Drive a bus to Bensishar 177km (820m).

Day 04 : Besisahar to Bahundanda (1310m) (7 hours).

Day 05 : Bahundanda to Chamche (1430m) (6:30 hours).

Day 06 : Chamche to Dharapani (1920m) (6:30 hours).

Day 07 : Dharapani to Chame (2630m) (7 hours).

Day 08 : Chame to Pisang (3190m) (7 hours).

Day 09 : Pisang to Manang (3500m) (6:30 hours).

Day 10 : Manang Rest (for Acclimatization).

Day 11 : Manang to yak kharka (4090m) (6 hours).