Annapurna Circuit Trek

The Annapurna circuit is the mythical trek par excellence, especially the part that follows the course of the Kali Gandaki through whose deep valley the first expeditions to Annapurna entered following ancient trade routes between Tibet and India.

The great value of this trek is above all the human component, which changes every day as we ascend to pass through the culturally Tibetan area once we have crossed the Thorung-la.

The infrastructure is advancing slowly but firmly in this area. The construction of the road years ago, or rather, the rocky and bumpy track from Beni to Jomsom, meant that many hikers finish their route there, from where they return to Pokhara by plane or bus bypassing the final part of the circuit. Likewise, the road from Besi Sahar to Manang has been built at the beginning for some years now, thus making this trek a little bit different but offering a better quality of life to the inhabitants of the territory, although this is a complex issue. But the trek has not lost any of its strength and most of the route does not walk on the road. It is and will continue to be one of the most impressive routes in all of Nepal, and also one of the crowdest, as well as the safest, with the added advantage that for those who are somewhat short of days, they can save a few days or combine the route with the use of the jeep or bus (which is already an adventure in itself).

The circuit that we propose here is the classic route, without concessions and without shortcuts using the jeep or bus. From Besi Sahar we will first walk through rice terraces and agricultural lands where we can observe the rural life that makes up a large part of the population of Nepal, to gain height and at the same time change the landscape, vegetation, culture and people, until we cross the Thorung-La, the mythical pass at 5416 meters where the highest tea shop in the world is located.

On the way down we enter the land of the Mustang, already in full Tibetan cultuarl area in the middle of a hard, dry, shocking landscape, full of ochre colors in all its shades, to descend following the course of the Kali Gandaki river where the ecosystems follow one another in reverse order through the deepest valley of the earth, since we have the Dhaulagiri 6000 meters above our heads.

And the final cherry on top is the ascent to Ghorepani, and the next day we will go up to PoonHill, where one of the widest panoramic views of the Himalayas awaits us, which we will keep in our retina forever.

In short, an impressive trek where each day opens with a different scenario.

This trek can be increased in three days with a visit to the Tilicho Tal (lake) in the middle of a wild landscape, or can be cut it in its end ending in Beni.

* This itinerary is designed with an arrival flight in Nepal in the morning in mind. In case the flight arrived in Kathmandu in the afternoon or evening, the schedule would be adapted.

FULL TRIP according program
 

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Welcome on arrival

·       All transfers and trips by private vehicle

·       Flight Pokhara Kathmandu

·       2 nights with breakfast in Pokhara

·       2 nights with breakfast in Kathmandu

·       Accommodation in lodges/tea-houses and three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

·       Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

·       1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

·       1 porter each 2 clients

·       TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems)

·       Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entrance fee

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA

·       Lunch & Dinner (except indicated)

·       Tips to staff

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       During the trek hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

In option for late returning flights on the last day, we can keep one room during the day in order you can have a shower before long flight back home.

JUST TREK with no services out of the trek itinerary in Kathmandu or Pokhara
 

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Transfers by private vehicle to starting trek point and from ending trek point

·       Accommodation in lodges/tea-houses and three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

·       Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

·       1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

·       1 porter each 2 clients

·       TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems)

·       Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entrance fee

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       Tips to staff

·       Any service out of the trek

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       Hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

* The indicated price is the price per person in US dollars for a group of 6 travelers in full format as described in the program.
If you prefer, you can contract only the trek, from the pick-up at your accommodation to the return. Without services outside the trek.
We can customize your trip with no problem.
Contact us to request the dossier with detailed information and the complete price table and ask us any questions you may have.

Like Everest Base Camp, this route can be really crowded in high season, especially in October, so it is recommended to avoid this month.

Currently the road arrives at Manang, so it is possible to reduce days for those who do not have the 16 days of trekking that would require doing the route as we propose here. Of course, you don’t necessarily have to go to Manang, you can go by jeep to the most convenient point depending on the availability of days. It should be noted, however, that the jeep ride is not exactly a pleasure trip.

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT SCHEDULE

Programs may have to be adapted according to the schedules of your flights to Nepal. The itineraries are designed taking into account that the international flight arrives at Kathmandu in the morning or noon. If you arrive to Nepal afternoon or later it would be better to have a margin day before starting your trek, although it is not essential.

DO YOU WANT TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP?

Related to the trek itinerary and Kathmandu and/or Pokhara staying we plan the “minimum days recommended” to have a comfortable and safe trip and trek. But always is a good idea to add some extra day during the trek (for rest or as safety extra day) or in your days in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Like all our tours, the itinerary can be customized and adapted to the taste, needs and preferences of the traveller, especially when it comes to staying in Nepal outside the trek route.

You can opt for the full trip or just hiring the trek and travel on your own in Nepal.

EXPERIENCES TO NEPAL OUTSIDE THE PROGRAM

Whether for free days in Kathmandu or Pokhara, as if you want to add more days to your trip, we offer a number of options and extensions. With them you can add and complete activities and experiences on your trip. Some are already included in some program, but in general we prefer that you choose them on your own, if you are interested in any, depending on your tastes and way of traveling. Ask us for more information if you are interested.