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HIGHLIGHT OF THE TRIP:
Classic
trek on ancient trade routes - Ascending the Marshyangdi valley- Passing Manaslu and Hinchuli -
Visit old Buddhist monastery in Braga - Explore
beautiful Manag village- Crossing the Thorung- La (
5416m) - The Pilgrimage town of Muktinath, View of
Dhawagiri Ice- flow -The world deepest gorge and the
Kaligandaki valley - Natural Hotspring at Tatopani -
Sunrise at Poonhill with magnificent mountain views. |
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Fact of the Trek |
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Annapurna Circuit
Trek Map |
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Trekking Related Info |
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Place Covers |
Besishar/ Manang/ Throung La pass/Muktinath
/Tatopani( natural hotspring)/Ghorepani
Poonhill/ Ghaundrung village/Pokhara. |
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Group Size |
Min.1, Max. 9 |
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Min. altitude |
830m/2723ft |
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Max. altitude |
5416m/17769ft |
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Grade info |
Moderate & Fairly Strenuous |
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Transportation |
Ground transportation by tourist
bus( Kathmanmdu/ Besishar/ Pokhara/
Kathmandu |
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Trek Duration |
21 Days |
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Age Limit |
17 to 68 |
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Short Description of Annapurna
Circuit
Trek
The high point of the trek entails crossing of the
5414m high Throng Pass, from the arid valley of the
upper Manang, home of Tibeto- Buddhists, down to the
Hindu pilgrimage site of Muktinath, and the Kali
Gandaki valley, the world's deepest river gorge,
before heading down to Pokhara. Besides the mountain
views, we encounter on this trek a variety of
mountain communities of the Gurung, Manangi and
Thakali people.
Annapurna region is best described as the most
happening incentive trekking destination of Nepal.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek has been proved as a
highly praised and spectacular trekking route in the
Annapurna region since it opened to foreign trekkers
in 1977. This three weeks trek starts right from
Besishahar and goes along the Marshyangdi River,
with great view of Manashlu and Himal Chuli to the
east. This magnificent trek leads you to the fine
village inhabited by a wide diversity of people from
different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and
majestic view of the white Himalayas. As it
continues to the north of the main Himalayan range
on to the high and dry Tibetan Plateau, the scenery
is equally breathtaking.
The highest point of the trek is Thorungla pass at
the top of the valley at 5416m high. Due to the
difficulties of crossing the pass, the circuit is
usually walked in a counter clockwise direction.
Traveling clockwise the longer ascent and shorter
descent from west to east is too much for many
peoples to manage in one day. To top it all, the
crossing of the Thorong La pass (5,416m) is a
challenging ascent, surrounded by some of the most
magnificent.
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General Itinerary : |
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Day 01/ our staff will pick you up at
the airport and transfer to the hotel and
visit our office for detail information. O/N
at the hotel at 4 stars on BB plan |
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Day 02/ Drive from Kathmandu to
Besi Shahar (830m/2723ft). Driving 5:30
hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan |
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Day 03/ Besi Shahar to
Bahundanda (1430m/4691ft). Walking 6:30
hours, O/N at guest house,
FB plan |
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Day 04/ Bahundanda to
Chamje(1560m/5118ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N
at guest house,
FB plan |
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Day 05/ Chamje to Dhararpani
(1810m/5938ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at
guest house, FB plan |
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Day 06/ Dharapani to
Chame(2725m/8940ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N at
guest house,
FB plan |
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Day 07/ Chame to Pisang
(3190m/10466ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at
guest house, FB plan |
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Day 08/ Pisang to
Manang(3500m/11483ft) walking 5 hours, O/N
at guest house,
FB plan |
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Day 09/ Rest in Manang for
acclimatization, O/N at guest house, FB
plan |
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Day 10/ Manang to Yak Kharka
(4090m/13418ft). Walking 5 hours, O/N at
guest house,
FB plan |
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Day 11/ Yak kharka to Throung
Phedi(4441m/14570ft) walking 6 hours, O/N at
guest house, FB plan |
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Day 12/ Thorung Phedi to
Muktinath via Thoroung-la passes
(5416m/17769ft). Walking 8:30, O/N at guest
house, FB plan |
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Day 13/
Muktinath to Marpha via Jomsom
(2665m/8743ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at
guest house, FB plan |
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Day 14/ Marpha to
Ghasa(2080m/6824ft). Walking 6 hours, O/N at
guest house, FB plan |
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Day 15/
Ghasa to Tatopani( 1110m/3636ft). Walking 6
hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan |
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Day 16/
Tatopani to Shikha( 2020m/ 6116ft) walking 5
hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan |
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Day 17/
Shikha to Ghorepani (2834m/9298ft). Walking
4:30 hours, O/N at guest house,
FB plan |
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Day 18/ Ghorepani to Poon Hill
(3210m/10531ft) to trek to TadFBani(
2520m/8316ft) Walking 6:30 hours, O/N at
guest house, FB plan |
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Day 19/
TadFBani to Nyapul and drive to Pokhara.
Walking 5 hours and drive for an hour, O/N
at hotel at 3 stars, FB plan |
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Day 20/ Drive back to from
Pokhara to Katmandu by tourist bus. 6 hours
driving. O/N at Hotel at 4 stars, MAP plan |
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Day 21/
Departure from Nepal. |
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NOTE OF
ABOVE ITINERARY:
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O/N= Over Night |
B &
B = Bed & Breakfast |
FB
(Full Board) =
Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner. |
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Above itinerary can be designed along your
preferences. Please, let us know whether you
would like to make a shorter or longer.
Click here for tailor made trip
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THE
COST INCLUDES:
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: : Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop
by private car. |
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: : Two nights standard accommodation in
three star hotel in Kathmandu BB plan.
Hotel Vaishali or
Hotel Marshyangdi |
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: : Two
nights standard accommodation in
Pokhara at three stars hotel BB
plan.
Hotel Kantipur
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: : Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and
dinner) in trekking, Pokhara and Lunch while driving
from Kathmandu to Besishar and Pokhara to Kathmandu
for you. |
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: : Local fresh fruits like orange, apple,
banana and grape etc. |
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: : All accommodations during the trek |
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: : Annapurna circuit trekking map. |
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Ground transportation by tourist bus from Kathmandu
to Besishar and Pokhara to Kathmandu and by car from
trek ending point to Pokhara. |
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: : An experienced government licensed holder
guide and porter to carry your luggage during the
trek. |
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Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary,
equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide and
porter |
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: : Group medical supplies (first aid kit
will be available). |
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: : Unique path's sleeping bag, down jackets,
Duffle bag and walking stick, if necessary. |
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: : All necessary paper works and national
park entry permits |
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: : Travel & Rescue arrangement. |
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: : TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management
System) |
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: : All government taxes. |
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THE
COST
EXCLUDES:
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: : Meals whilst in Kathmandu allow US$ 10 -
US$ 15 per day. |
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: : Your Travel insurance. |
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: : International airfare and airport
departure tax. |
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: : Nepal
entry visa ( You can obtain a
visa easily upon your arrival at
Nepal’s Airport in Kathmandu). |
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: : All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold
drinks) |
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: : Personal shopping and laundry etc. |
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: : Personal trekking Equipments. |
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: : Tips for trekking staff and driver.
(Tipping is expected). |
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
The safety and the well being of our groups are of
paramount importance to us. All of our trips are led
by qualified professional guides, who are well
trained by our Government. Our job is to ensure your
comfort and safety as we take you where you want to
go, because your holiday is ours. In this regards,
we work honestly and effectively to provide you the
Himalayan experience that suits your interest. We
encourage you to question us freely and contribute
in the planning stages of your adventure. |
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SOME
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY OUR CUSTOMERS
How can I book this
trip?
When you confirmed trip, we need photo copy
of your passport and 20% down payment of the total
price for advance flight tickets and hotel booking
and permit process. For the details, please visit
this page:
http://www.nepaltrekkinginfo.com/company_info/booking_condition.html
How can I enter in Nepal?
Nepal
is a popular tourist destination in south Asia.
Several airlines have direct and non-stop flights
from Middle East and Asia to Kathmandu, Capital of
Nepal.
There are direct flights from London, Paris,
Frankfurt, Doha, Osaka, Shanghi, Mascow, Bangkok,
Singapore, Hongkong, Karachi, Bombay, Delhi,
Calcutta, Paro, Dhaka, Lhasa, Varanasi.
Can I do Annapurna circuit
trek?
Annapurna circuit trek is suitable for any walker
looking for something a little more challenging and
energetic. It does not require that you have any
previous trekking or mountaineering experience.
Although, daily jugging or walking exercise is
useful and you need to be in good physical condition
and able to walk for 5-6 hours daily.
When should I come
for Annapurna circuit trek?
February, March, April, May, June, September,
October, November are the best seasons. However,
July & August are okay and trekking can be done but
not so clear visibility due to rain.
Can I join with group?
Yes, you can join with group,
we guarantees a series of fixed group
departures dates for Annapurna
circuit trekking. We can arrange small group
trekking trip to suit your requirements. Please
for
group departure dates.
Do I need to join
with group?
It is not necessary that you need to follow our
fixed group departures dates, because private trip
departs every day upon your request which
are best suited to couples, families and small
groups of friends. We are happy to organize your
holiday according by your selecting starting date.
Do you also offer
Tailor-made Departures?
Yes, we do offer Tailor-made Departures, if
our holiday's tours are not perfect or the group
departure dates are not convenient as per your
travel plan.
What kind of accommodation I can have during the trip?
In Kathmandu, we do provide 3 stars hotel in
Kathmandu and during the trekking, we provide you
guest house which is called Tea house. Tea Houses
are more like hotels, with hot showers, western
food, and private rooms (twin sharing). In this
arrangement overnight halts with dinner and
breakfast will be in Tea-houses (Lodges) and lunches
in local restaurants en-route.
Furthermore as you will be staying in locally owned
lodges you will be benefiting and interacting with
the local community. It will give you a true feel
for the Nepalese people and their lives.
What kind of meals I
can have during the trip?
All Meals on full board basis will be
provided during trekking. Freshly cooked food is
served at all times (western, continental and Nepali
meals are available in all places). Three meals a
day will be provided.
Do I have
pre-departure meeting?
Yes, at first, our staff will receive you at
the airport and transfer to the hotel and our tour
leader will brief regarding about the trip. The
briefing will cover the itinerary and introduced
your trek Leader.
Can I charge camera
batteries along the trek?
Yes, Most of the places, you can charge
batteries along the trek (per hour USD 2-3 for
charging).
Is someone going to meet me at the airport? Are
transfers included?
Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the
airport to pick you up. We will be displaying a play
card of Unique Path trekking company with your name
on it. Airport transfer is included.
Can I extend my
holiday?
Annapurna
circuit trek can extend and there are
many options and choices to extend your holiday
before or after your main trip. Following trips are
suggested for your holiday extensions.
-2 nights / 3 days Chitwan Jungle Safari
-2 full day sightseeing tour in Bhaktapur, Patan
Durbar Square and Kathmandu valley
-1night/2 days Trisuli or Bhote Kosi river rafting
-Everest mountain flight. |
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