Trekking in Nepal? We have created a complete itinerary, maps, hotels, and a guide to the trekking Routes in Annapurna. First, I have listed the best season and place where you can find your trekking gear for your adventure. Annapurna Circuit is the best trekking route in Nepal. Please contact us if you are looking to go trekking in Nepal and need a guide.
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Best 14 days Trekking In Nepal – Annapurna Circuit
Annapurna Circuit | Best Trek In Nepal
Trekking in Nepal: Annapurna Circuit is one of the most popular and best trekking routes in Nepal. The scenic view of Mount Annapurna, Manaslu, and Dhaulagiri makes the trek worth it from day one. You leave Kathmandu on a 4*4 Jeep to Jagat (1300 Km, nestled between rocky hills, where you stay.
Best season for trekking in Nepal- October and December
Best place to buy trekking gear- Kalapatthar, Thamel, Kathmandu
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu | Trekking In Nepal
Welcome to Kathmandu a place modern world meets the ancient world. This is where everything happens in Nepal. You will be met by our guide at the TIA and escorted to your hotel where you can freshen up. We will visit a local restaurant for dinner, where warm authentic cuisine will be prepared for you.
Four must-visit places in Kathmandu.
Trekking In Nepal Day 2: Jeep to Jagat |
You level the hectic city of Kathmandu and get a 4*4 jeep to Jagat. A rocky valley between the Annapurna and Manasalu ranges. This is where we rest for the day in our guesthouse and start the trek the next day,
Trekking In Nepal Day 3 : Jagat (1300m) to Dharapani (1860m)
You start trekking in the morning, through the rocky hills with the sound of the Marsyangdi river flowing by your side. During the first day of trekking, you reach Tal and throughout the trek, you see huge waterfalls, Flora, and faunas. Your destination for the day is Dharapani.
Trekking In Nepal Day 4 – Dharapani to Chame (2600m)
The trail follows the Marsyangdi River, and you trek to Timang i.e. 2360 m through lush pine and fir forest. Once you start to ascend through the first you see a mesmerizing view of the valley below and Annapurna II in its background. But start to feel the altitude meaning you are in the high Himalayas now where you also get to see Mt. Manaslu (8156m) as well as Peak 29 (7871m) before you reach Chame.
Trekking In Nepal Day 5 & 6: Chame – Pisang – Manang
We exist in the village by spinning the prayer wheel therefore wishing us luck during our trek through the pine forest. Here the Marsyangdi gets narrow and the trail becomes steepest and vertical. Once we pass this point where we see Paungda Danda and the rock this is called gateway to heaven by the locals i.e. Gurungs.
You trek through the upper region of the Manang district where you see the Tibetan and Buddhist influence, you can see people herding yaks and crops like maize and potatoes. Leaving Pisang, you follow the Marsyangdi River and meet up again in the village of either Mungji and Braga.
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Table: Itinerary for Annapurna Circuit trekking In Nepal
| Annapurna Circuit | |
| Trek – Jagat (1300m) to Dharapani (1860m) | 6-7 Hours |
| Trek – Dharapani to Chame (2600m) | 6-7 Hours |
| Trek – Chame to Lower Pisang (3200m) | 6-7 Hours |
| Trek – Lower Pisang to Manang (3540m) 2 routes possible | 4-7 Hours (depending on the route we take) |
| Acclimatisation day | 0 hours |
| Trek – Manang to Yak Kharka (4018m) | 4 Hours |
| Trek – Yak Kharka to Thorung Phedi (4450m) | 3-5 Hours |
| Trek – Thorung Phedi to Muktinath (3800m) via Thorung La (5416m) | 8-9 Hours |
| Trek – Muktinath to Marpha (2670m) | 6-7 Hours |
| Trek – Marpha to Kalopani (2530m) | 6-7 Hours |
| 4×4 – Kalopani to Pokhara | 6 Hours |
Table: Annapurna Circuit – Trekking In Nepal
FAQ – Annapurna Circuit Trekking in Nepal
1. What is the Annapurna Circuit?
Annapurna Circuit is the most famous trekking route in Nepal that circles the Annapurna Massif, where you go through stunning and diverse landscapes and cultures and reach the highest point of 5.416 m i.e. Thorong La Pass.
2. How long does the Annapurna Circuit Trek take?
The Annapurna Circuit trekking route in Nepal takes 14 days for habitual trekkers, if you are a beginner you are looking at 21 days trek. Everything depends on your fitness, walking pace, and how well you acclimatize.
3. What is the best season for trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal?
The ideal time for trekking in Nepal’s Annapurna Circuit
Spring: (March-May)
Autumn: (September – November)
4. What permits are required for trekking in Nepal’s Annapurna Circuit?
You need two permits and they are mandatory for all trekkers domestic or International
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card.
5. What is the highest point on the Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal?
The highest point is Thorong La Pass at an altitude of 5,416 meters and the most challenging day of the trek because of the altitude and roughness of the terrain.
6. Can altitude sickness affect me while trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal?
Once you start trekking over an altitude of 3000m, without proper hydration, acclimatization things get problematic, The highest point you reach during this trek is 5,413m so a slow pace is the key and not pushing yourself.
7. Do I need a guide for trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal?
As per the recent law of the Government of Nepal, a trekking guide is necessary, and it is better to trek with a guide as we provide and arrange your information, knowledge, navigation, accommodation, and support.
8. What type of accommodations are available on the Annapurna Circuit trek?
You will find teahouses that act as lodges through your trekking route, that provide you meals and lodging. Do not expect luxury during these treks
9. How fit do I need to be for trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal?
Trekking in Nepal’s Annapurna Circuit requires a good level of fitness. It tests your leg strength, and cardio so hiking in Kathmandu for a day or two after you land is important as it helps you train for endurance and gets you acclimatized as the hiking spots near and around Kathmandu are above 3000m.
10. What gear do I need for trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal?
Key gear includes:
Trekking boots, Warm clothing (Depending on the season), Sleeping bag, Trekking poles, Water purification system, Sunscreen, and sunglasses (to protect against UV rays at high altitudes.
