Annapurna Circuit Trek
Annapurna Circuit Trek
DAYS
15
DIFFICULTY
Moderate/Strenuous
MAX ALTITUDE
5,416 M
ACCOMMODATION
Teahouses
DAYS
15
DIFFICULTY
Moderate/ Strenuous
MAX ALTITUDE
5416 M
ACCOMMODATION
Tea House
Trip Overview
The Annapurna region of Nepal is a land so beautiful it has long been the ultimate trekking dream for hikers. One of the all-time classic treks, the Annapurna Circuit takes you through some of the most spectacular and diverse landscapes of any trek in Nepal. Starting in the lush semi-tropical foothills, you will climb across the main Himalayan range up to the rain shadow high plateau in the Buddhist north and back down through ancient villages and the world’s deepest gorge, the Kali Gandaki Gorge.
Day 1: Trek briefing and Preparation
Day 2: Drive Kathmandu – Besisahar (820m), 7 hrs. Private Jeep Besisahar – Chamje (1,470m), approx. 2 hrs
Day 3: Trek Chamje – Bagarchhap (2,164m), approx. 6-7 hrs
Day 4: Trek Bagarchhap – Chame (2,730m) via Timang, approx. 6 hrs
Day 5: Trek Chame – Pisang (3,186m), approx. 6-7 hrs
Day 6: Trek Pisang – Manang Village (3,540m) via Ghyaru & Nagawal, approx. 7-8 hrs
Day 7: Acclimatisation day in Manang.
Day 8: Trek Manang – Yak Kharka (4,050m), approx. 6 hrs
Day 9: Trek Yak Kharka – Thorong Phedi (4,510m), approx. 4 hrs
Day 10: Thorong Phedi – Muktinath (3,760m) via Thorong La Pass (5,416m), approx. 9 hrs
Day 11: Trek Muktinath – Kagbeni (2,810m), approx. 4 hrs
Day 12: Rest and exploration day in Kagbeni
Day 13: Trek Kagbeni – Jomson (2,743m), approx. 3 hrs
Day 14: Fly Jomson to Pokhara
Day 15: Fly/bus Pokhara to Kathmandu
Notes:
The trek itinerary is a guide only and may be subject to change at short notice
In order to obtain your Nar Phu restricted access permit, we need your original passport at least 2 working days before departure
Himalayan Quests uses a layering system where different pieces of clothing are worn together or separately to achieve optimum body temperature control. The upper body garments listed here are either synthetic or merino wool garments that retain their insulating properties when wet, or nylon or Gore-Tex layers which help prevent heat loss by cutting wind, rain, and snow.
This is a guideline only
UPPER BODY LAYERS | ||
Equipment | Quantity | Comments |
T-Shirts – walking | 2 | We recommend merino wool, Capilene or other synthetic fabric as they wick away the moisture and dry quickly. No cotton. |
T-shirt – sleeping | 1 | This can be cotton |
Base layers (ie thermal top) | 1 | Lightweight or mid-weight long-sleeved t-shirt of merino wool, polyester, Capilene, or Polartec power dry |
Top insulating Layers | 1 | Mid-weight fleece that can be worn over other layers |
Fleece Vest | 1 | |
Rain jacket | 1 | |
Down Jacket | 1 |
LOWER BODY LAYERS | ||
Equipment | Quantity | Comments |
Underwear | Sufficient for the trek (remember you can wash them) | |
Thermal long johns/long underwear | 1 | |
Trekking Trousers | 2 | Lightweight quick-dry trousers (no cotton). Zip offs are good |
Evening/sleeping trousers | 1 optional | 1 pair of lightweight tracksuit bottoms (sweat pants) or yoga style trousers for evening wear and sleeping in. No jeans. |
Hiking Shorts | 1 | If no zip-off trousers. Below the knee for ladies |
Rain Pants | 1 |
PACKS & BAGS | ||
Equipment | Quantity | Comments |
Day pack | 1 | Approx. 35ltrs. HQ will provide you with a duffle bag for your trekking gear |
Sleeping bag with compression sack | 1 | Minimum 3 season |
Sleeping bag liner | 1 | Optional |
FOOTWEAR | ||
Equipment | Quantity | Comments |
Hiking boots | 1 | Must be well worn and comfortable with ankle support |
Socks | 3 | |
Flip flops/Camp shoes | 1 | Lightweight for evening use |
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS | ||
Equipment | Quantity | Comments |
Water bottles | 2 | One liter each, Nalgene or Sig style or a bladder if preferred |
Water purification drops | 1 | Cheap and easy to buy in Kathmandu (Piyus) |
Lip Balm | 1 | With SPF factor |
Sunscreen | 1 | We recommend SPF 30 or greater |
Mosquito repellent | 1 | |
Personal first aid kit | 1 | To include any prescribed medications |
Sunglasses | 1 | |
Bandana/Buff | 1 | Useful for a variety of purposes. |
Flashlight /head torch | 1 | Head torch is best as it leaves your hands free + extra batteries |
Travel towel | 1 | Lightweight and compact |
Wash kit | Travel size items for the trek & eco friendly if possible | |
Instant Hand Sanitizer | 1 | Alcohol-based for keeping hands clean |
Sun hat | 1 | |
Warm hat | 1 | |
Gloves | 1 | |
Trekking poles | Optional | |
Trekking snacks | Good selection available in KTM | |
Camera | With charger &/or extra batteries | |
Toilet paper & rubbish bag | ||
Book/journal | ||
Pack of cards/travel game | 1 | For evening entertainment |
Passport photos | Always useful and a must-have if you want a local sim card | |
Photocopies of all your important documents | ||
A great sense of humor & a positive attitude | Essential – don’t come without it!! J |
Your trek cost includes:
- Pre-trip advice and detailed information
- Expert trip leadership and motivated staff for the duration of the trek
- Airport transfers in Nepal (where applicable)
- 2 nights accommodation pre-trek & 1-night post-trek in Kathmandu
- 1-night accommodation pre or post-trek in Pokhara (where applicable)
- Transportation to and from trek start and finish for you and your trekking team (different budget options available)
- Basic teahouse/lodge/camping accommodation during the trek on a twin sharing basis
- During the trek all meals on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) to include tea/coffee during the meals, but excluding any drinks outside of the meal times
- All permits, conservation area, and restricted area fees
- Porters
- Insurance and equipment for Nepali staff
- Rescue assistance
- Group medical kit
Your trek cost does NOT include:
- International flights to and from Kathmandu, Nepal
- Visa for Nepal
- Travel insurance (insurance to include evacuation is mandatory. Please make sure you are covered to the correct altitude)
- Personal expenses such as fizzy drinks, chocolate, gifts, snacks, hot showers during the trek, etc.
- Meals unless specified
- Sightseeing
- Gratuities
- Excess baggage on internal flights
- Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Himalayan Quests
Day 1: Trek briefing and Preparation
Day 2: Drive Kathmandu – Besisahar (820m), 7 hrs. Private Jeep Besisahar – Chamje (1,470m), approx. 2 hrs
Day 3: Trek Chamje – Bagarchhap (2,164m), approx. 6-7 hrs
Day 4: Trek Bagarchhap – Chame (2,730m) via Timang, approx. 6 hrs
Day 5: Trek Chame – Pisang (3,186m), approx. 6-7 hrs
Day 6: Trek Pisang – Manang Village (3,540m) via Ghyaru & Nagawal, approx. 7-8 hrs
Day 7: Acclimatisation day in Manang.
Day 8: Trek Manang – Yak Kharka (4,050m), approx. 6 hrs
Day 9: Trek Yak Kharka – Thorong Phedi (4,510m), approx. 4 hrs
Day 10: Thorong Phedi – Muktinath (3,760m) via Thorong La Pass (5,416m), approx. 9 hrs
Day 11: Trek Muktinath – Kagbeni (2,810m), approx. 4 hrs
Day 12: Rest and exploration day in Kagbeni
Day 13: Trek Kagbeni – Jomson (2,743m), approx. 3 hrs
Day 14: Fly Jomson to Pokhara
Day 15: Fly/bus Pokhara to Kathmandu
Notes:
The trek itinerary is a guide only and may be subject to change at short notice
In order to obtain your Nar Phu restricted access permit, we need your original passport at least 2 working days before departure
Trekking Gear List
Himalayan Quests uses a layering system where different pieces of clothing are worn together or separately to achieve optimum body temperature control. The upper body garments listed here are either synthetic or merino wool garments which retain their insulating properties when wet, or nylon or Gore-Tex layers which help prevent heat loss by cutting wind, rain and snow.
THIS IS A GUIDELINE ONLY
UPPER BODY LAYERS
- T Shirts – walking 2 Merino wool, Capilene or other synthetic, wicking fabric. No cotton
- T-shirt – sleeping 1 Can be cotton
- Base layers 1 Light weight or mid weight thermal long sleeved t-shirt
- Top insulating Layers 1 Mid weight fleece that can be worn over other layers
- Fleece Vest 1
- Rain jacket 1
- Down jacket 1
LOWER BODY LAYERS
- Underwear Sufficient for trek (remember you can wash them)
- Thermal long underwear 1
- Trekking Trousers 2 Lightweight quick dry trousers (no cotton). Zip-offs are good
- Hiking Shorts 1 If no zip-off trousers. Below the knee for ladies
- Rain Pants 1
PACKS & BAGS
- Day pack 1 35ltrs. HQ will provide you with a duffle bag for your trekking gear
- Sleeping bag & compression sack 1 Minimum 3 season
FOOTWEAR
- Hiking boots 1 Must be well worn and comfortable with ankle support
- Socks 3 or 4
- Flip flops/Camp shoes 1 Lightweight for evening use
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
- Water bottles 2 One litre each, Nalgene or Sig style or a bladder if preferred
- Water purification drops Cheap and easy to buy in Kathmandu (Piyus)
- Sunscreen We recommend SPF 30 or greater
- Lip Balm With SPF factor
- Personal first aid kit To include any prescribed medications
- Sunglasses
- Bandana/Buff
- Flash light /head torch Head torch is best as it leaves your hands free + extra batteries
- Travel towel Lightweight and compact
- Wash kit Travel size items for the trek & eco friendly if possible
- Hand Sanitizer Alcohol-based for keeping hands clean
- Sun hat
- Warm hat
- Gloves
- Trekking poles Optional, but advised if you have dodgy knees
- Toilet paper & rubbish bag
- Trekking snacks Good selection available in KTM
- Camera With charger &/or extra batteries
- Book/journal
- Pack of cards/travel game For evening entertainment
- Mosquito repellent
- Passport photos Always useful and a must have if you want a local sim card
- Photocopies of all your important documents
- A great sense of humour & positive attitude Essential – don’t come without it!! J
Much of the above equipment can be bought cheaply in Kathmandu. You do not need to spend a fortune on gear.
Your trek cost includes:
- Pre-trip advice and detailed information
- Expert trip leadership and motivated staff for the duration of the trek
- Airport transfers in Nepal (where applicable)
- 2 nights accommodation pre-trek & 1-night post-trek in Kathmandu
- 1-night accommodation pre or post-trek in Pokhara (where applicable)
- Transportation to and from trek start and finish for you and your trekking team (different budget options available)
- Basic teahouse/lodge/camping accommodation during the trek on a twin sharing basis
- During the trek all meals on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) to include tea/coffee during the meals, but excluding any drinks outside of the meal times
- All permits, conservation area, and restricted area fees
- Porters
- Insurance and equipment for Nepali staff
- Rescue assistance
- Group medical kit
Your trek cost does NOT include:
- International flights to and from Kathmandu, Nepal
- Visa for Nepal
- Travel insurance (insurance to include evacuation is mandatory. Please make sure you are covered to the correct altitude)
- Personal expenses such as fizzy drinks, chocolate, gifts, snacks, hot showers during the trek, etc.
- Meals unless specified
- Sightseeing
- Gratuities
- Excess baggage on internal flights
- Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Himalayan Quests
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