The Annapurna Circuit is a popular name for a 300 km trek within the Annapurna mountain range. The trek rises to an altitude of 5,300m on the Thorung La

Thorung La

Thorong La or Thorung La is a summit pass located above sea level in the Damodar Himal, north of the Annapurna Himal, in Nepal. It connects the village of Manang , in the Manang district to the east, with the temple of Muktinath and the village of Ranipauwa , to the west in the Mustang district...

pass, touching the edge of the fabled Tibetan plateau. This trek is a magnificent plan, covering two different river valleys. It encircles the Annapurna Massif, crossing Thorung La [5416m], the highest pass on this trek.

The magnificent mountain scenery, seen at close quarters includes Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, Gangapurna [7455m] and Tilicho Peak [7134m]. Ten peaks of 600-800m rises from the Annapurna . Machhapuchhre looks stunning from this viewpoint as also the south face of Annapurna .

The trek begins at Besi Sahar and concludes at Kali Gandaki river valley. After a seven hours drive from Kathmandu , you reach Besi Sahar in the Marshyangdi river valley. The trek finally concludes at Kali Gandaki river valley. En route, you pass along paddy fields and subtropical forests, view the beautiful mountain scenery, several waterfalls and gigantic cliffs, and experience fascinating village life. The entire trip is so exhilarating that you will be kept enthralled, day after day. This is a trek you will remember for a very long time.

Facts of the Trek Route

Trip duration: 21 Days
Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging - Grade Activity: Trekking and Cultural excursion
Starts in: Kathmandu Ends in: Kathmandu
Trek type: TH (Tea House / Lodge)
Accommodation: Hotel and Lodge
Maximum altitude: 5416m

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu

Day 02 - Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley

Day 03 - Drive to Besi Sahar [820m] [drive approx 6 hours]

Day 04 - Trek to Khudi [790m]

Day 05 - Trek to Bahundanda [1310m]

Day 06 - Trek to Jagat [1290m]

Day 07 - Trek to Dharapani [1920m]

Day 08 - Trek to Chame [2630m]

Day 09 - Trek to Pisang [3190m]

Day 10 - Trek to Manang [3520m]

Day 11 - Rest day in Manang [3520m]

Day 12 - Trek to Letdar [4250m]

Day 13 - Trek to Thorung Phedi [4500m]

Day 14 - Trek to Muktinath [3800m]

Day 15 - Trek to Marpha [2665m]

Day 16 - Trek to Lete [2470m]

Day 17 - Trek to Tatopani [1160m]

Day 18 - Trek to Ghorepani [2775m]

Day 19 - Trek to Birethanti [1050m] & drive to Pokhara

Day 20 - Flight to Mayflower

Day 21 - Depart Kathmandu