Annapurna Circuit Trek

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15 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

10 peopleMaximum group size

10 - 90 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Starts

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ends

Kathmandu, Nepal

Highlights

Panoramic stunning views of the colossal Annapurna Ranges

Trek through rhododendron & magnolia forests

Cross the high altitude Thorong La Pass (5416m)

Experience the rich cultures and traditions of the villagers along the trail

Annapurna Circuit Trek

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Itinerary

The Annapurna Circuit Trek is the quintessential Himalayan adventure, attracting seasoned trekkers and energetic young adults alike. Spanning 15 days, this journey starts in Kathmandu and traverses the Annapurna Conservation Area, famed for its breathtaking peaks, lush forests, and vibrant mountain villages.

Follow ancient trade routes through the world’s deepest gorge, the Kali Gandaki, and ascend to the legendary Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters. Along the way, immerse yourself in the unique cultures of Gurung and Magar villagers, marvel at rhododendron and magnolia forests, and take in jaw-dropping views from Poon Hill. This trek is a haven for nature lovers, history buffs, and anyone seeking a true immersion in Nepal’s natural and cultural wonders.

With more than four decades of experience, your guides ensure every detail—from permits to accommodation—is expertly managed. The journey is punctuated by highlights such as ancient monasteries, soothing hot springs at Tatopani, and awe-inspiring vistas of Manaslu and Dhaulagiri.

The USP of this tour package lies in its comprehensive coverage of the Annapurna region’s best sights and experiences, all supported by a team dedicated to your comfort and safety. For those ready for a challenging and enriching trek, this adventure promises memories that will last a lifetime.

day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m) transfer to hotel

Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met by a Sherpa Expedition & Trekking representative and taken by private vehicle to your hotel. After checking in at the hotel, you will be briefed on what to expect on your trek and given an itinerary. With time to spare you can wander around the tourist hub of Thamel or take in the sights of Kathmandu Valley. This will be followed by a welcome dinner in the evening. No meals included on this day.

Duration:35 minutes

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel

day 2 - Drive from Kathmandu to Syange (1,130m) via Besishahar.

Today we get an early start as we head off on a 190 kilometer, and 6.5-hour road trip to Besisahar Village. From Besisahar we will travel by jeep drive to Syange (3,609ft). At Syange Village you will enjoy your first views of Mt. Annapurna II, Manaslu and Mount Lamjung. You will stay in a guesthouse tonight with breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Duration:6-7 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - Trek from Shyange to Dharapani (1,860m)

Today we take a road that is above the gorge, allowing us to peer down at the vegetation and occasional waterfalls below. Looking around from within the jeep you can see several snow-covered peaks. We drive for two to three hours before coming to Jagat Village and then continue through terraced farmland until we reach Chamje Village. Leaving Chamje we continue for another hour until we reach Tal Village located on the banks of the Marsyangdi River. The road from here is less tortuous and eventually takes us to our overnight stop at Dharapani village where we will stay in a guesthouse.

Breakfast, lunch & dinner is included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 4 - Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2650m)

As you would expect from higher elevations the vegetation and landscape noticeably changes. It is also cooler as we follow the trail through forested areas until reaching Bagarchhap, a typical Tibetan style village along with its unique architecture. We continue to climb higher and reach the apple orchards and farms at Dhanaqi Village. From this vantage point, we also have some amazing views of Lamjung and Annapurna II peaks. Continuing along the banks of the Marsyangdi River we head upriver to Ratamanang and Koto villages until we reach Chame. Chame also happens to be the district headquarters of the Manang region. Tonight we will stay in a guesthouse with breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - Trek from Chame to Pisang (3,300m)

We follow along the northern bank of the Marsyangdi River, passing pine forests and a number of small villages on an undulating trail until we reach Bratang Village. Crossing the bridge we have a steep ascent, again through dense pine forest until we reach the top of the ridge. Once clear of the trees we can see Pisang and Chulu peaks, as well as the exposed village of Pisang far below us. Tonight we will stay in a guesthouse with breakfast, lunch & dinner provided.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 6 - Trek from Pisang to Manang (3,500m)

The views on the trail from Pisang get better, and snow-covered peaks are a frequent occurrence. We trek higher and after around 30 minutes we come out on top of a hill that provides more fantastic views down into the valley and the pristine white peaks of Gangapurna, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Tilicho, and in the east Chuli. Pisang Peak is also visible from this location. From the hill, we head down to Kongde Village and then on to Manang. Just prior to Manang we will visit the Braga Monastery, which happens to be the largest in the area with displays of religious artifacts, such as Thangkas (paintings) and Sanskrit manuscripts. An easy one hour trek takes us to Manang where we will stay overnight in a guesthouse with breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 7 - Exploration and Acclimatization day at Manang

For any trek to higher altitudes, it is critical that you acclimatize along the way before heading higher. It is recommended that during an acclimatization period you stay active. You may wish to take a short trek into the hills around Manang or explore the unique village of Manang with its 500 constructed stone flat-roofed houses and with views of Annapurna II, Annapurna III (7,555m), Gangapurna (7,454m) in the south with Tilicho (7,132m) and the Grand Barrier in the West, as well as Chulu West (6,583m) Chulu East (6,059m) directly to the north. Tonight we will stay in a guesthouse in Manang with breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 8 - Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4,050m)

Leaving Manang all refreshed and ready to go, we now ascend on the trail for around one hour, all the while offering more stunning views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna and Chuli peaks. The terrain is now arider and less vegetated due to its exposure to the wind, with only the odd juniper bush surviving here at this high altitude. We eventually reach the rather small village of Yak Kharka where we will stay in a guesthouse for the night. Arriving early enough allows us time to scout around the village and surrounding countryside. Breakfast, lunch & dinner are included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 9 - Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi (4,500m)

We have a steady climb to a tiny settlement where we can take in the views of Annapurna II, Gangapurna and Chuli peaks. As we continue the terrain becomes bleaker and exposed to high winds, and then we reach Thorong Phedi for our overnight stay at a guesthouse. If you have the energy, we can follow a winding trail to Upper Phedi or High Camp where there are a few teahouses and a lodge. We may decide to stay here instead of at Thorong Phedi. The reason being is that it will make tomorrow’s trek a little easier and shorter to Thorong La Pass. This is plan B and will depend on whether we have the energy to continue past Thorong Phedi. Breakfast, lunch & dinner are included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 10 - Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m) then trek to Muktinath

This is a momentous day and requires an early – very early – start at around 3.30 a.m. The idea behind this is to reach the pass before the wind picks up later in the day. It can be quite cold, blustery and exposed at the pass. If we reach the pass early enough we will also have much improved, and spectacular views over the northern Annapurna, Damodar, Bhrikuti and Dhaulagiri range of mountains. The trail from Thorong Phedi follows a rocky path uphill, initially reaching a ridge before again heading higher to a small glacial lake and a teahouse. Another 1.5 hours has us at the pass. We must be cautious at this altitude due to the possibility of altitude sickness and maybe snow. At this high altitude of 5416m at the top of the pass we will have some breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountains. Descending from the pass is rugged and steep, but there is some compensation as we are blessed with excellent views over Mt.Dhaulagiri (8,167m). We continue heading down to the bottom of the pass toward the holy village of Muktinath. We will stop at the bottom of the pass for a rest and tea. Another hour along the trail takes us to the Muktinath which is held sacred, and is a place where pilgrims come to from India and from within Nepal. It is sacred to both Hindu & Buddhists. We will stay at a guesthouse tonight with breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Duration:8-9 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 11 - Drive from Muktinath to Tatopani (1,300m)

Our day begins in the morning with a jeep ride to Jomsom that should take us about 1.5 hours. At Jomsom, there is an Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) checkpoint. At Jomsom, we take another jeep or bus to Ghasa Village via several other villages, such as Marpha (apple growing district). At Ghasa we again change vehicles in order to reach Tatopani (meaning hot water in Nepali). After arriving at Tatopani we will check in to our guesthouse and then head for the hot springs and wash away any aches and pains – and dust too! Breakfast, lunch & dinner are included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 12 - Trek from Totopani to Ghorepani (2,870m)

With breakfast out of the way, we head to Ghorepani along a descending trail to the suspension bridge at the bottom. From here on, after crossing the bridge, it is all uphill passing small villages, terraced cultivated farms along the side of the hills, as well as a trek through a rhododendron forest. At one point on the trail, you will have an awesome view of Nilgiri South.

The trail continues on to the rather small village of Ghara and an hour further down the track to Sikhar Village. If you stand at the highest point in the village you can look all the way back down the trail to Tatopani. Looking across to the opposite hills are other scattered villages. From Sikhar we continue on the trail until we reach Ghorepani where we will stay the night. Breakfast, lunch & dinner is included. Prior to reaching Ghorepani you will also get glimpses of Dhaulagiri and Tukuche peaks.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation: Guest house

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 13 - Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m), trek to Nayapul-Pokhara

Weather permitting we will get up before sunrise and trek up to Poon Hill to watch the morning light flood the mountains in ever-changing colors. At 3195m, Poon Hill is an excellent place for a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains. From here you can see various ranges, such as Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Annapurna-I, Machapuchare (Fishtail), Himchuli and Annapurna South. Your camera will be in overdrive with so much to see in the crisp and clear morning light – a photographers dream location. Of course, we have no control over the weather. This is in the hands of the Gods. We will then head back to Ghorepani for breakfast. After breakfast the trail heads downhill through a section of cool forest and passes several small villages until we reach Bhanthati Village and a little further on Ulleri Village. At Ulleri we will take a jeep to Pokhara, about a three to four hour drive through mostly rural farming areas, past waterfalls until we get to the village at Birethanti where there is another ACAP check point on the banks of the Modi River. Not far from here is Nayapul and then two hours more Pokhara where we will stay near Phewa Tal (lake). You may wish to explore Pokhara and take a boat trip on the lake, or merely stroll through the shops from one end of Lakeside to the other. Tonight we will have a farewell dinner to celebrate the completion of our Annapurna Circuit Trek. Tonight you will stay in a three star hotel with breakfast & lunch included.

Duration:5-6 hours

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch

day 14 - Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,400m)

With breakfast out of the way, we will drive back to Kathmandu which should take about six to seven hours with a few rest stops along the way. On the trip back to Kathmandu you may wish to consider other options, such as a trip to Chitwan National Park, a rafting adventure, scenic flight to Everest, mountain biking adventure, or guided shopping/scenic tour of Kathmandu. Tonight you have the luxury of hotel accommodation with breakfast included.

Duration:6-7 hours

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 15 - Transfer to the international airport.

Today Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will take you to the airport about 3 hours before your scheduled departure. On your flight home, you can daydream and imagine your next trip to Nepal and where you would like next to explore. Breakfast is included today.

Duration:35 minutes

Meals:Breakfast

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Jessica StiffarmVerified Traveler

May 29, 2024

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5.0 out of 5

An Unforgettable Journey of a Lifetime

Embarking on the Annapurna Circuit Trek guided by Dawa and supported by Porter Karma, was a life-changing experience that exceeded all expectations. From the moment we set foot on the trail to the final descent, every aspect of this trek was meticulously planned and executed with precision and care. Dawa, our guide, was a true professional with an in-depth knowledge of the trail, local customs, and the surrounding mountains. His guidance was invaluable, ensuring our safety and well-being throughout the trek. He was not only a skilled trekker but also a wonderful companion, sharing stories and insights that enriched our journey. Porter Karma, with his warm smile and unwavering dedication, made our trek even more memorable. Carrying our belongings with ease, Karma provided essential support and added a touch of genuine kindness to our experience. His presence was a true testament to the incredible teamwork and camaraderie fostered by Sherpa Expedition. The service provided by this trekking company was nothing short of excellent. From the initial booking process to the final farewell, every detail was taken care of with efficiency and professionalism. The team ensured that we were well-equipped, well-fed, and well-rested throughout the trek, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Annapurna region. The Annapurna Circuit itself was a mesmerizing blend of diverse landscapes, from lush forests and terraced fields to barren high-altitude deserts and snow-capped peaks. Each day brought new challenges and rewards, pushing our limits while inspiring a sense of awe and gratitude for the natural world. Overall, I cannot recommend this company highly enough for anyone considering trekking in Nepal. Their commitment to providing exceptional service, paired with the expertise of guides like Dawa and porters like Karma, ensures an unforgettable and enriching adventure. The Annapurna Circuit Trek will forever hold a special place in my heart.

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Henry JohannsenVerified Traveler

May 27, 2024

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5.0 out of 5

Great Lakpa Guide

Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most popular and iconic trekking routes in Nepal, known for its breathtaking scenery, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. This review will focus on the trekking experience with this local tour organizing company, along with their guide Lakpa Sherpa. From the moment I contacted this company to inquire about the Annapurna Circuit Trek, I was impressed by their professionalism and responsiveness. The team provided me with detailed information about the trek, itinerary, and what to expect during the journey. They were also very accommodating in customizing the trip to suit my preferences and needs. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, I was greeted by Lakpa Sherpa, my experienced and knowledgeable trekking guide. Lakpa's warm personality and passion for the mountains immediately put me at ease, and I knew I was in good hands for the adventure ahead. Throughout the trek, Lakpa proved to be an invaluable asset, not only in terms of navigation and safety but also in providing cultural insights, local stories, and interesting facts about the region. The Annapurna Circuit Trek itself was nothing short of spectacular. The trail took us through a diverse range of landscapes, from lush green forests and terraced fields to barren high-altitude deserts and snow-capped peaks. Each day brought new challenges and rewards, with stunning views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and other Himalayan giants serving as constant companions. The teahouses and lodges along the way provided comfortable accommodation and hearty meals, giving us the much-needed rest and sustenance after long days of trekking. The local hospitality and warm welcome we received from the villagers and guesthouse owners added an extra layer of charm to the experience, making us feel like part of the community. One of the highlights of the trek was crossing the Thorong La Pass, the highest point of the circuit at an altitude of 5,416 meters. The challenging ascent and breathtaking views from the top made the effort worthwhile, and the sense of accomplishment upon reaching the pass was truly unforgettable. Overall, trekking the Annapurna Circuit was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that exceeded all my expectations. From the seamless organization and logistics to the unparalleled beauty of the Himalayas, every aspect of the journey was meticulously planned and executed to perfection. I would highly recommend this trek and the services of this company to anyone looking for a memorable adventure in the heart of the Nepalese mountains.

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Susan SusineVerified Traveler

May 12, 2024

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5.0 out of 5

Annapurna Circuit Trek

My experience on the Annapurna Circuit Trek was nothing short of incredible. My guide Dawa's expertise and knowledge of the area made me feel safe and well taken care of throughout the entire journey. The stunning views of the Himalayas, the warm hospitality of the locals, and the well-organized logistics by the tour operator made this trek a truly unforgettable adventure. I highly recommend this trek and Dawa as your guide for an unforgettable experience.

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Larry HommyVerified Traveler

Mar 16, 2024

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Unforgettable Adventure

Our Annapurna Circuit Trek exceeded all expectations. Our guide's passion for the mountains and his commitment to ensuring our comfort and safety were truly commendable. His years of experience in guiding trekkers through the Annapurna region shone through in his expert navigation and insightful commentary along the way. His warm personality and genuine interest in getting to know each member of our group added a personal touch to the journey, making us feel like we were in the hands of a trusted friend rather than just a guide. We are incredibly grateful for the memories we created on this trek.

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Bermu RmaurysVerified Traveler

Sep 26, 2023

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5.0 out of 5

Excellent Trek to Annapurna Circuit

My Son and I recently embarked on a 14-day Annapurna Circuit trek with this local travel specialist and the experience was nothing short of amazing. Our guides, Mingma and Dorje, were true professionals and the journey nothing sort of an adventure. Overall, our Annapurna Circuit trek surpassed all expectations.