Annapurna Circuit Trek

Nepal, Annapurna Circuit Trek

15 days

T2 trails / no difficulty markings

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

250 -500 ascent per day

Annapurna

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Itinerary
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> Natural hot springs
> Stunning sunrise from Poonhill
> Glorious views on the Annapurna range

Opened for tourism since 1980, the Annapurna region has been recognized as one of the world’s best trekking destinations according to a recent survey by the American magazine Modern Maturity (USA), and so it is renowned as one of the world’s paramount trekking destinations. It escorts you through Rhododendron forests and over the foothills of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. Annapurna Circuit Trekking gives you awesome views of famous peaks like Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Manaslu.

Nepal Eco Adventure’s Annapurna circuit trekking is ideal for beginners as well as highly experienced or professional trekkers and mountaineers. Annapurna trekking is not only popular for the trekking experience, but is also famous for natural highlights like natural hot springs, the world’s deepest Gorge, known as Kali Gandaki Gorge, world’s highest altitude lake known as Tilicho Lake and the Ruptse waterfall. Annapurna Conservation Area has 100 varieties of Orchids and some of the richest temperate Rhododendron forests in the world with sub-tropical lowlands, valleys, bamboo, oak forests,alpine meadows, exposed desert plateaus along with 440 species of birds and animals like Marten, Deer, Langur Monkey and the Snow Leopard. This trekking is the most rewarding way to experience Nepal’s natural embellishments and cultural offerings. Walking through Rhododendron Forests, isolated Hamlets, small mountain villages, alongside native Fauna and breathtaking landscapes, you will also encounter friendly and warm hearted people of different cultures offering a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural life.

Itinerary

Day

Drive to Bhulbhule

Our trekking guide will come to pick you up at your hotel about 7 AM in the morning, we then drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway to Dumre and then follow the narrow and paved road by the Marsyangdi River to Besisahar. We then drive to Bhulbhule where you will spend the night at an hotel.

Bhulbhule

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Trek to Chamje

Duration: 08:00 h

Distance: 21.5 km

Ascent: 1000 m

Descent: 460 m

After breakfast we start trekking to Chamje. This will take us about 6 hours. The trail goes flat for the first part then climbs steeply and the path is cut into the sheer cliff-face some 200-300m above the riverbed. Eventually we descend to the stone village of Jagat (1330m.) situated on a shelf which juts into the precipitous Marsyangdi valley. Now the trail begins to observe small ups and down to Chamje through the forests.

Chamje

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Trek to Bagarchhap

Duration: 06:20 h

Distance: 14.3 km

Ascent: 980 m

Descent: 240 m

As we move past narrow and steep valleys, through rhododendron, pine and bamboo forests, in the rocky folds of a mountain, we come across a bridge that takes us to a quick ascent and finally atop a climb to reveal a widening valley. After reaching the village of Tal, we have to move across barley, wheat and potato farms for a while before we reach Dharapani. From there we turn west through the fir and pine forests to reach Bagarchhap.

Bagarchhap

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Included

Transfers

All necessary transfers (bus, taxi, flights, etc.) as described in the programme are included.
Staying in Lodge or Guest House during the trek

During the trek, we stay in lodges or teahouses. These are simple in nature, but fully equipped. Do not expect too much luxury.
English speaking guide and a porter

One porter per two trekkers. This way you don’t have to carry your complete equipment yourself. The guide speaks English.
Salary, food, insurance, and accommodation for guide and porter

The total amount covers not only your own basics, but also those of your guide and porter. No unpleasant surprises.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared during the trek. The meals are basic, but will give you enough energy for your appetite. Fruit is also available after each meal.
Coffee and Tea

Coffee and tea are also organized by the trekking company. Every morning fresh coffee and tea are made. There are scheduled breaks to enjoy this.
Permit and TIMS

The total amount includes costs for the permits needed for the Annapurna Circuit Trek. This also applies to the TIMS Card, to the Trekkers Information Management System.
Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags

In order to pull in the Himalayas as prepared as possible, it is important to bring a good down jacket and sleeping bag. These are provided by your trekking company.
Cap, T-Shirt & Roadmap

We also have a cap, t-shirt, and a roadmap for you. Not only are they ideal for trekking, but they are also beautiful souvenirs.
Assistant Guide for a Group of over 6 People

If your group is larger than 6 people, we will take an extra assistant guide with you to support you.
Altitude Sickness & First Aid Kit

The guides carry an altitude sickness kit to monitor your pulse rate, oxygen saturation, and heart rate twice a day (very useful for monitoring the symptoms of altitude sickness (AMS) at altitude).
Hotel stay in Pokhara

During your stay in Pokhara, you will stay in a hotel.
Bus to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu

The bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back is included in the total price of this trekking.

Excluded

Visa for Nepal

Your trekking company will not take responsibility for the travel visa for Nepal. This should be organized by yourself. Contact your local Nepalese embassy for the latest visa information.
Flights to and from Nepal

The total amount is also exclusive of flights to and from Nepal. To get an idea of which airlines are flying on Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), have a look at the website.
Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast

Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.
Personal expenses

All personal expenses such as drinks at the bar, washing and other similar expenses are for your own account.
Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers adventures at a high altitude. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before you travel to Nepal.
Tipping

Tips for guides and porters are exclusive. 10% of the total amount is an excellent target price, but the final amount is up to you.
Desserts, Hot Shower, Hot Water, Mineral Water and Wi-Fi

Certain luxuries such as desserts, a hot shower, hot running water, bottles of mineral water and Wi-Fi should be missed during a typical trek in the Himalayas. The water we encounter along the way is drinkable and is heated or boiled by us.