Annapurna Circuit Trek  “Holy Grail of Circuit Treks in the world”

Annapurna Circuit trek is a long and epic trek in Nepal that passes through some of the world’s highest mountain range. After Having done this circuit Trek with beautiful Himalayan scenery and enjoying the hospitality of the local people, you will remember this as one of your favourite treks in Nepal. But, do remember, Annapurna Circuit trek is not just a simple trek. It is a 210Km long and challenging trek that you will ever encounter anywhere else in the world. 

Highlights 

Besides the breath taking scenery of the Annapurna Circuit Trek between Manang and Yak Kharka, Lower Pisang and upper Pisang, the main highlights of the Trek is the change in the topography and the vegetation as you proceed on the Trek. The vegetation changes from Banana and coffee plantation to Pine Forest to Knee deep snow in just a couple of days.

Where to Start ? 

Besisahar is the old starting point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek. But due to the inroads being made, trekkers drive till Jagat or Chame and start the Trek from there.

Where to end the Annapurna Circuit Trek

If your legs start failing you and do not have to desire to proceed any further, than you can end the Annapurna Circuit Trek in Jomsom and fly out to Pokhara. You can also drive from Jomsom to Pokhara. There are Bus Services or small jeeps on seat sharing basis too. But if you have the motivation and the desire to go ahead than you can end the trek with a trek to Annapurna Base Camp and Poonhill and end the trek in Birethanti.

Can the Annapurna Circuit Trek be Customized by Adding Tilicho Lake Trek ?

Add three or four days to the regular trek and venture out to Tilicho Lake. The Annapurna Circuit With Tilicho Lake Trek will be an excellent add on.

Kind of Trek

Annapurna Circuit Trek is a Tea House Trek with accommodation in lodges run by local families. These lodges are very basic with a simple twin share room with common washroom and restroom. At a particular time these lodges can accommodate about twenty to twenty five people at a time.

Local Food, that is Dal, Bhat and vegetable curry are available widely. Other than Dal Bhat other items are also available on demand. Avoid taking meat on the trek route as some of the lodges offer Yak meat Burgers etc. It is recomended that you order your food at the lodge you are staying in.to embark on this Circuit Trek ?

Best Time

April - May with an abundance of Rhododendron flower is a good time go on this Annapurna Circuit Trek  but the best time recomended to embark on this trek is in October when the temeprature and the weather in this Annapurna area is at its best.

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK ITINERARY WITH TILICHO LAKE TREK
Day 1: Drive Kathmandu to Besisar(820m). Trek to Bhulbhale(7Km). Lodge.
Day 2: Trek to Bhulbhale to Jagat (1310m/19Km/5Hrs.). Lodge.
Day 3: Trek Jagat to Dharapani (1860m/16Km/5Hrs).Lodge.
Day 4: Trek Dharapani to Chame(2610m/16Km/6Hrs). Lodge.
Day 5: Trek Chame to Lower Pisang (3310m/15Km/4-5Hrs). Lodge.
Day 6: Trek Lower Pisang to Manang(3540m/16Km/6Hrs). Lodge.
Day 7: Rest/acclimatization day at Manang. Lodge.
Day 8: Trek to Khangsar(3760m/11Km/4Hrs). Lodge.
Day 9: Trek Khangsar to Tilicho Base Camp(4920m/22Km/6Hrs). Lodge.
Day10: Exploration day to Tilicho Lake (4920m/6Hrs). Lodge.
Day11: Trek Tilicho Base Camp to Letdar High(4200m/4Hrs). Lodge.
Day12: Trek to Thorung Phedi(4450m/5Km). Lodge.
Day13: Cross Thorung La pass(5416m) to Muktinath(3800m/16Km). Lodge.
Day14: Trek to Kagbeni(2800m/9Km). Lodge.
Day15: Trek to Marpha(2670m/15Km). Lodge.
Day16: Trek to Kalopani(2535m/17Km). Lodge.
Day17: Trek to Tatopani(1200m/20Km). Lodge.
Day18: Trek to Ghorepani(2870m/14Km). Lodge.
Day19: Early morning climb Poon Hill(3Km)for sunrise views. Trek to Gandruk village. Lodge.
Day20: Trek to Birethanti (1025m). Drive to Pokhara. Hotel.
Day21: Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu. Annapurna Circuit Trek ends.

• Nepal visa is readily available on arrival at the International Airport
• in Kathmandu and all other entry points to Nepal.
• 2 passport photos will be required.
•  Single Entry visa: US$ 30 per visa (valid for 60 days).
• Multiple Entry visa: US$ 80 per visa (valid for 150 days).
• Nepal Visas are also available in all Nepalese Embassies and Consulates.
• Indian Nationals do not need a visa to travel inside Nepal

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Note: The above itinerary is a sample intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before departure or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change this schedule in the interest of trip participant's safety, comfort and general well being.

Recommendations: The Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake trek is very strenuous and demands top physical form. A physical fitness check-up is a must. Even the experienced trekker should prepare for 2 to 3 months prior to the trek.