Annapurna Circuit Trek

Annapurna Circuit Trek Highlights

• Full day guided sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu
• Get acquainted with the mountain people with unique culture, traditions and dialects
• Splendid views of some of the highest peaks of world including Dhaulagiri (7th highest), Manaslu (8th highest), and Annapurna I (10th highest)
• Cross Thorong La high pass at 5,416m altitude
• Sacred land Muktinath and take bath in 108 fixed stone tap
• Take bath in natural hot water spring in Tatopani
• Tantalizing views of sunrise and sunset over magnificent Himalayas

Annapurna Circuit Trekking was opened for foreign trekkers in 1977. Since its opening, it is one of the famous trekking in Annapurna Region and also one of the most spectacular trekking destinations in the world that offers lush green valleys and fascinating villages along with the awe-inspiring views of snow-clad White Himalayas. 

Starting from 1400m elevation the trek reaches 5,416m at Thorong La pass, offering you enough chances to explore the diverse terrains and landscapes along with the varieties of floras and faunas in one trip. You can also witness the splendid views of some of the highest peaks of world including Dhaulagiri (7th highest), Manaslu (8th highest), and Annapurna I (10th highest). Additionally, a trekker can explore rural mystic villages of Gurung and Magar communities residing in the Annapurna Region and learn about their spiritual connection with high Himalayas. 

Another major attraction of Annapurna Circuit Trek is sacred temple Muktinath. This is a famous pilgrimage site of both Hindu and Buddhist devotees. Muktinath is believed to be one of the thousands incarnation of lord Vishnu. If you take a bath in chilled water of 108 taps in Muktinath, all of your sins will be washed away and you will get salvation. If you don’t like to take bath in chilled water, there is another famous point of Annapurna Circuit Trek, Tatopani that offers chance to take bath in natural hot water springs. Beyond these, you will explore numerous natural miracles during this trek. 

Annapurna Circuit Trek Difficulty 

The normal Annapurna Circuit Trekking is considered as a moderate trekking however it may include some strenuous walking route too. The trekking season also plays vital role in difficulty level of Annapurna Circuit Trek. If you trek in offseason like monsoon and winter the trek gets tougher. 

Additionally, as you are trekking to high altitude you may feel some breathing problem and other mountain sickness if you lack enough preparations and guideline. Manage one or two days to rest between your trekking days so that your body will acclimatize with high altitude and you feel more comfortable in waking. 

Elevation

The Annapurna Circuit Trek starts from Kathmandu at 1400m elevation and reaches its highest point at Thorong La pass that lies at 5,416m altitude from sea level. Then the elevation gradually decreases till Pokhara reaching 840m and again increases to 1400m in Kathmandu towards the end of the trek. 

Length

Annapurna Circuit Trekking length differs from companies and packages they offer. It starts from 14 days to 25 days or more. In this package we have managed a 16 days Annapurna Circuit Trekking package that includes one acclimatization day and one sightseeing day in Kathmandu. 

Best Season for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Trekking in Nepal is best in spring and autumn season. These seasons offer perfect weather that suits every people throughout the world. Moreover, the clear sky makes views more alluring and the days are also long so that you can walk more hours to reach the destination. 

Monsoon and winter are also good seasons to trek but you may face different challenges in higher altitude like extremely cold temperature and icefalls. Some trails are disturbed due to landslides, too. However this is the best season for botanical researchers and solo trekking lovers.