Annapurna Circuit Trek

The journey initiates with a drive from Kathmandu in the early hours of the day. The drive to Bhulbhule comprises picturesque scenery.

The Trishuli River flows next to the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway. The trek then continues north of Besisahar until it reaches Bhulbhule. You’ll be amazed by the magniicent views of a lush green slope, snow-capped mountains, colorful terraced fields, and tiny settlements along the way.

The actual hike begins on the second day. You’ll go through lush forest and terraced farmland along a beautiful path. The trail follows the Marsyangdi River until arriving in Jagat, traversing through several local villages.And hence you’ll arrive in Jagat on continuing the trek.

Begin the hike in the early morning hours. The first part of the journey is on hilly terrain that often climbs and falls. The trail follows rocky paths across green fields, crossing a few suspension bridges along the way.

After a brief hike, you will arrive at the beautiful valley of Manang district. Along the route, you may see the farming methods of people living in the Himalayan highlands. Despite the land’s low yield, you’ll find barley, potatoes, corn, and cattle sheds that are suitable for the high altitude. You can also enjoy the gorgeous sight of rhododendrons and bamboo forests in the region. Finally, you’ll arrive in Dharapani.

The path to Chame passes through dense forests of pine, fir, oak, and mapple. After leaving Dharapani, you travel along the Marsyangdi River.

The trail approaches steep slopes where multiple landslides may be seen due to geological issues and the construction of a road to Manang Mustang. The stunning vistas of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV up close is astonishing on the route.

The Dudh Khola and the Marshyangdi River are encircled by a few regular and breathtaking waterfalls that will cause you to disregard the challenges you had on your walk. If you keep going, you’ll ultimately reach Chame. Chame is the district headquarters for Manang district.

On heading out Chame, the trek continues past the city’s historic district and up to Telekhu, at an elevation of 2840 meters. You’ll get your first peek of the gorgeous Paungda Danda rock face after turning a corner on the trek. It’s a massive curving granite slab rising 1500 meters above the river.

The routes provide clear views of Annapurna II in the south and Pisang Peak in the northeast. After that, the path descends to the bottom of the Manang Valley, where you will spend the night in Pisang village.

Today you’ll be traveling to Manang. Over time, the quest will make its way to Bryaga. It is a Tibetan-style village that follows the valley bottom at 3500 meters. Houses in Bryaga are piled one on top of the other, each with an open veranda made by the roof of a neighbour. The gompa is built on a rock above the settlement. It is the district’s most visible structure adorned with numerous statues. Continue on until you reach Manang bazaar, where you will travel by additional monasteries.

In order to acclimatize to the greater altitude, you’ll spend the day exploring Manang. Hikes up to Gangapurna Lake and Base Camp in the early morning reward you with exquisite views of Annapurna III, Pisang, Tilicho, and Chulu Peaks. Aside from it, Manang Village and the Monasteries are worth visiting.

Manang village is surrounded by beautiful scenery. You can view more of the surrounding mountains and the Gangapurna glacier as you gain altitude. Take a seat and absorb everything for a moment.

After acclimating for a day in and around Manang, you climb to Yak Kharka. The climb from Manang to Yak Kharka is 10 kilometers long and takes 5 hours to complete, with an elevation gain of 510 m. You’ll walk through a juniper forest and several pastures.

As the hike progresses, you will pass through Gunsan, a small town with flat mud roofed houses. There will also be yak and horse pastures to see. Following a wooden bridge crossing of a small river, you’ll make your way up the lovely valley to Yak Kharka, an open, peaceful meadow. It will be a rise to 4100m from 3540m by the end of the day.

In the wake of leaving Yak Kharka, you’ll move to an edge. Then, at that point, make your way down to the Marsyangdi’s headwaters and cross the waterway on a covered wooden bridge.The path descends to Thorung Phedi by a little trail across a slope after ascending the mountain.

On this day, the trip continues across the Thorang La Pass from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath Temple.

The trail ahead is 5416 meters high. Consequently, you may be exposed to strong winds if you show up late. Locals have used this trail to bring sheep and yaks into and out of Manang for hundreds of years. As a consequence, the path is well-defined and easy to follow, despite the fact that it is frequently steep.

The Thorung La pass, which is adorned with traditional prayer flags and a stone monument, provides fantastic view. The Annapurnas, Gangapurna, and Khatung Kang, a glaciated mountain, can all be seen.

You’ll have to stroll through beautiful fields and across meadows to get to Muktinath temple. The 108 stone sprouts that emerge water from the Kaligandaki River are the most significant aspect of Muktinath Temple. According to tradition, visiting the Temple, which is a sacred Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site, will rid you of all your sorrows.

The days of strenuous hiking are over, and the trails are totally flat. As you go down the Kaligandaki River to Jomsom, the trekking trail continues to descend to the Ekle Bhatti and then smooths out. In contrary to everything else seen on this journey thus far, Jomsom is a thriving town. The Manang district’s capital is Jomsom.

You’ll travel across barren mountains and gorgeous verdant forests. Tatopani is known for its natural hot springs, which you can immerse yourself in to relax. The pristine waters of Tatopani are said to have anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.

Today you’ll be leaving the hot springs behind and travel to Ghorepani through Sikha and Chitre, two ethnic Thakali communities on the east bank of the Kali Gandaki River. The trail passes through magnificent rhododendron, birch, and magnolia forests, as well as terraced farmlands surrounded by mountains. You’ll spend the night at Ghorepani, a lovely town perched atop a ridge.

Hike up to Poon Hill (3,210m) this morning for a sunrise vista of Mt Machhapuchhre as well as the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Poon Hill is perhaps the most well-known photographic locations due to its scenic beauty. You can take photographs to commemorate the event. Breakfast will be served at the Ghorepani resort after that. You’ll hike to Birethanti after breakfast and then drive to Pokhara.

The Annapurna Circuit Trek has reached its conclusion. After breakfast in Pokhara, a tourist bus will take you back to Kathmandu. It’s a 200-kilometer journey that begins with the Marsyangdi River and ends with the Trishuli River. On the other hand, you can fly directly to Kathmandu.