The Annapurna Circuit Trek takes you to one of the most-visited long distance trekking trails in the world. The 14-day itinerary includes 9 days of actual trekking including an acclimatization day at Manang, 4 days in Kathmandu and 1 day in Pokhara. This trekking route is famous for its varied landscapes and cultures, and spectacular Himalayan scenery. The Annapurna Circuit begins from the lush pine forests of Dharapani and climbs up to the barren high-altitude mountain pass of Thorung La at 5416m. The trek ends with a descent to Muktinath and Jomsom in Lower Mustang. This once-in-a-lifetime trek is recommended for trekkers with some high-altitude walking experience and is best done in spring and autumn.
Annapurna Circuit Trek, also popularly known as the Round Annapurna Trek, offers a beautiful trekking experience around the Annapurna Massif. The loop around the foothills of the Annapurna Range takes you on an incredible Himalayan trekking adventure across two popular trekking regions in Nepal - Annapurna Region and Mustang Region. From the cities and valleys where Hindu culture dominates, you travel up to the high mountain villages of Manang and Mustang largely influenced by Tibetan Buddhism and Tibetan culture.
Your trip begins with a drive from Kathmandu to the riverside village of Dharapani , from where your Annapurna Circuit Trek begins. Walking past the villages of Chame, Pisang and Manang, which lies close to Tibet, you get a feeling of being somewhere in Tibet. The lifestyle, language, culture, attire and religion of the villagers align closely with Tibetans. As you gain elevation you'll get to rest an extra day at Manang for acclimatization.
The toughest but rewarding section of your trek is the crossing of the Thorung La Pass from where you can enjoy stellar views of 8000 and 7000-meter peaks. The final leg of your trek brings you to the Kali Gandaki River valley and one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in Nepal, Muktinath. From there you descend to Jomsom, the Thakkali hub of Lower Mustang. Your trek ends with a delightful flight across the Annapurna Range to Pokhara. Leaving the picturesque lakeside city you return to Kathmandu where you'll celebrate the successful completion of your Annapurna Circuit Trek with a complimentary farewell dinner.
A wonderful mixture of adventure, culture, and nature, Annapurna Circuit Trekking adventure gives you an incredible Himalayan trekking experience. Book this trek and join us on this amazing journey around the Annapurna Massif.
If you feel you're not ready for the Annapurna Circuit, why not trek to Annapurna Base Camp ?
Annapurna Circuit Trek Highlights
- Full-day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
- Experience Tibetan culture and Buddhist spiritualism while trekking
- Stay at villages influenced by Tibetan culture
- Close up views of snow-covered Pisang Peak, Tukuche Peak, Dhaulagiri Himal, and the Annapurna Massif
- Crossing over the Thorong La pass at an elevation of 5,416m
- Exploration of the sacred Hindu pilgrimage site of Muktinath and Lower Mustang
- One night in the lakeside city of Pokhara
Annapurna Circuit Trek: A Trekking Adventure around the Annapurna Massif
Annapurna Circuit Trek is such a high-altitude trekking adventure in the Himalayas that takes you around the whole Annapurna range. You will complete the trek going around the gigantic mountains in the Annapurna.
The trek starts in the Marshyangdi River Valley and ends in the Kali Gandaki River Valley. You will traverse a beautiful trail with breathtaking surroundings in between. The adventure brings you some incredible experiences of trekking through the wilderness of mountains.
While you are trekking around the Annapurna massif, you will also need to cross a high mountain pass. Thorong La is the pass that stands at 5,416 meters above sea level along the Annapurna circuit trekking route. Here is a complete article on Annapurna Circuit Trekking Guide made to make you easy for getting ready to do the Annapurna Circuit Trek.
If you want to continue on another trek when you reach Muktinath, you can check our Upper Mustang Trek here.
Annapurna Circuit Trekking Difficulty
Annapurna circuit trekking difficulty level is a moderately challenging one. Like other high-altitude trekking adventures, the Annapurna circuit trek also starts at low elevation and takes you to the higher elevation of the mountains.
Apart from trekking in the higher altitudes and crossing the Thorong La pass, the rest of the trek has a moderate difficulty level. It can sometimes feel tiring because of the high altitude and multiple days of trekking. Other than that, the trek is quite doable for everyone who has a good level of fitness.
Annapurna Circuit Trek Itinerary
Our Annapurna Circuit Trek Itinerary is 14 days in total. The trip starts once you land in Kathmandu and the final day is the departure day.
Of these 14 days of the trip, you will spend 10 days trekking and going around the Annapurna massif. You have a full day of sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and a day to enjoy the beauty of Pokhara after the trek.
Our Annapurna circuit trek itinerary is flexible and customizable to suit your requirements. If you want us to address your specific needs in the itinerary, we will happily do it. You simply need to tell us what you want and we will get the plan ready for you.
If you want to combine another trek with this adventure, you can also check Manaslu Circuit Trek here.
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