About Annapurna Circuit Trek
The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the leading treks that dwells on the sophisticated Annapurna region and gives you a picturesque view of the Annapurna range. The Annapurna Circuit trek 13-days package is carved by the Us, Himalayan Asia Treks and Expedition P Ltd to take you to the major landmarks of the Annapurna region like Muktinath temple and Cho la pass. The Annapurna Circuit Trekking Experience provides you with a stunning vista of mountains like Annapurna range (8,091 m), Dhaulgiri (8,167 m), and Macchapucchre (6,993 m).
The Annapurna Circuit Trek provides an amazing opportunity to dwell into the lives of the Gurung people and semi Hindus and Buddhists at the holy Muktinath temple. The trail is beautifully decorated with prayer flags and small monasteries that highlight the level of culture and religion involved in the Annapurna circuit trek itinerary. Pass by small gompas and find meaning to the prevailing culture and traditions of these parts.
The Annapurna Circuit Trek 13-days start with your arrival in the Kathmandu valley. Pack all your necessities and head on to the quaint settlement of Bulbule. The spiral road goes along the Annapurna region and takes you to Chamje. Spend some time interacting with the locals in Bagarchhap and admire the beautiful Himalayan vistas. The Annapurna circuit trek takes you through Manang where you’ll see the Gangapurna Lake and ancient gompas. Battle the strong winds and make your way to Phedi via the High Camp and then slowly descend to the holy Muktinath temple by crossing the Cho La Pass. The views from Thorong La Pass comprise of magnificent views of the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri. Navigate to Jomsom and from there, head to Tatopani where you can relax in its hot waters. Descend further to the Gurung settlement of Ghorepani and then head to the vantage point at Poonhill. The Annapurna Circuit trekking ends when you drive to Nayapul and arrive at Pokhara.
Accommodations on Annapurna Circuit Trek:
On Annapurna Circuit trek, you will spend the night in lodge or guest house. The rooms will be on twin-sharing terms with little space and a few pieces of furniture. Likewise, bathrooms will also be on sharing basis. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will stay in a three-star hotel. Rooms will be big with private washrooms.
Annapurna Circuit Trek difficulty:
The Annapurna Circuit trek difficulty is marked difficult as it involves crossing dangerous passes and walking through landslide prone areas. The Annapurna Circuit trek involves walking for at least 6 hours a day and requires quite a bit of stamina. If you want to conquer the Annapurna Circuit Trek, you need to be in good physical condition and must possess plenty of willpower. Travel with us to know the true meaning of thrill and adventure. For further information for Annapurna Circuit trek cost or any other queries feel free to contact us any time.
Best time to go on Annapurna Circuit Trekking:
The best time to go on Annapurna Circuit trek is from spring (March to May) and autumn (September to December). You will get to witness breath-taking views of Himalayan Mountains and scenery during this time of the year. Also, the clear and bright weather makes the journey more joyful. Likewise, in winter the heavy snowfall and extreme cold makes the journey more challenging. Similarly, during the monsoon the region receives rainfall, which makes the trail slippery and dangerous.
Highlights
- Adventurous trail.
- Cross challenging Thorong La Pass.
- Visit Muktinath temple.
- See stunning landscape view.
- Experience rich culture and tradition of the locals.
- Get to see panoramic views of mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Macchapucchre, and Manasalu.
Useful Information
Nepal Information:
Nepal is landlocked country located between India and Tibet autonomous region of China. It have highest peak of the world name Mt Everest (Sagarmatha) and eight peaks of the world’s ten highest peaks. It is birthplace of Gautam Buddha place name is Lumbini.
Nepal is small country but tremendous geographic diversity. It rises from Fifty nine meters to eight thousand eight hundred forty eight meters. Nepal is divided into three part Terai, Hill and mountain regions.
In here, the first language is Nepal (Devanagari script) and one hundred twenty three languages. The official language of Nepal is called Nepali.
Passport and Visa:
First thing for travelling anywhere, you need valid passport with at least six months. You can obtain visa for Nepal from Nepalese consulates or on arrival in Kathmandu or other boarders or most reliable source of information is currently the Department of Immigration Nepal If you fill online form and bring with you, then it would be easier to get visa in any Nepal boarder.
Weather:
Nepal’s climate varies with its topography and altitude. The low land Terai area has hot and humid climate that can rise above 40 degree Celsius during summer, middle region weather is pleasant almost all the year and northern region temperature is always cold.
Nepal has four seasons:
- Spring: Mar-May: The temperature is good in this season and many flower blossom and best season for trekking.
- Summer: (Jun-Aug): Monsoon season in Nepal, weather is hot and wet at times.
- Autumn: (Sep-Nov): This is the best season for tour and trek in Nepal. In that time, weather is highly pleasant so are the mountains and Himalaya. This is also season of festivals as Nepal celebrates the biggest festival Nepali name Dashain and Tihar.
- Winter: (Dec-Feb): This season is known as Cold season so it’s not good time for high altitude trekking time.
Best Time to Go Trekking in Nepal:
The best to do trekking in Nepal is September to November and March to May. December and January is also possible to do trekking but winter season so it would be cold and snowfall, we can suggest lower part of mountain trekking. June, July and August is raining season so we suggest contacting us for best trek.
Is it suitable trekking for me?
If you are physically fit and love to walk then you can choose any trekking itinerary from our website to suit you. If you choose long day’s program, then you have t walk more days in mountain. All trekking program can see in our website. We suggest while going trek, please took one professional guide and if you cannot carry your luggage then took one porter also. If you need more question about suitable trekking package in Nepal for you, please drop email or contact us in social sites also.
Currency:
The Nepalese currency called Rupees. For exchanging your currency into local currency, can visit Bank, govt. licensed holder Money Exchange.
Insurance:
We told all our clients to do travel insurance before leaving your home country with showing your travel itinerary. Their insurance must covered medical, personal accident, loss of gears, emergency evacuation, and damage or lost their luggage and etc.
Hotel/ Accommodation on Annapurna Circuit Trek:
We provide to our client in City area best three star (above three star is on client requested) and lodge/teahouse during the trek. A Teahouse/lodge is the combination of guest house and restaurant where rooms are normally decorated and available bed, pillow and blankets. In every trekking route, we provide only teahouse/lodge because there is no availability of deluxe hotel.
Meals Annapurna Circuit Trek:
The meal which is provided in trekking area is included breakfast, lunch and dinner. We provide breakfast and dinner where you stay overnights and our guide will choose restaurant for lunch on the way. Our guide and other staff always give priority t served delicious, hygienic and each place special food. We recommended you to bring water purification tablets.
Guide and porter Annapurna Circuit Trek:
We provide you best staff to you who have good experience and government license. In a group, we provide one guide till 16 pax and one porter for each two person. One porter carries 15 kg .
Personal Expenses Annapurna Circuit Trek:
Personal expenses means which is not covered your package column cost include. Normally, you have to pay for table drinks (alcoholic/nonalcoholic beverages), snacks (on the trek), tips, souvenirs, hot showers and extra day if flight cancelled or any other natural disasters.
Some do’s and do not’s Trekking in Nepal:
- Respect local culture and people.
- The Nepalese people are friendly and hospitalize by nature so you do not have difficulty to adjust in here.
- While you are entering in Temple and monasteries, just check in some temple not allowed entering for non-Hindus. If there is permitted to enter, please do not wear leather things and walk in Temple and Stupas clockwise. Before taking photograph, please ask authorized person for permission.
What do I need for trekking/ Packing list :
- Day pack (rucksack)
- Light weight and warm trousers.
- Socks.
- Sun hats and gloves.
- Full- sleeves t shirt.
- Warm jackets.
- Waterproof jacket, trousers and bag cover.
- Light weight cotton clothing.
- Waterproof or windcheater jacket.
- Knee supports.
- Sun glasses.
- Sun cream and lip protector.
- A one liter hard Water bottle.
- Batteries
- Flash light
- Down jacket
- Trekking shoes or boots.
- A pair of sandals.
