The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the popular treks of Nepal so If you are dreaming to be on the lap of the mountain then the mission summit welcomes you with the Annapurna trip. The trip encloses the best place where you can spend your quality time with the Himalayan background.
Overview
Mount Annapurna is the 10th highest mountain in the world with an elevation of 8091 m in north-central Nepal. The Annapurna region comprises thirteen mountains over 7000 meters and sixteen mountains over 6000 meters among which Mardi Himal (5587 meters), Hiunchuli (6441 meters), Pisang peak (6091)m meters) Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Dhaulagiri I ( 8,167 m) Annapurna II (7,937 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), Annapurna IV (7,525 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m) Annapurna South (7,219 m) are the most popular.
The varying landscape, hills, and mountains with a vast diversity of plants and animals under the conservation of multilingual and multicultural people is really a source of inspiration for a peaceful life. The trip toward the Annapurna circuit not only makes us an adventurer, but it also teaches us about the survival of the fittest and struggles for existence. Therefore, it is a wonderful place with the knowledge of natural phenomena.
When is the best time for the Annapurna Circuit Trek?
The autumn and spring seasons, which have a moderate climate and fair weather with a clear sky, are appropriate for the Annapurna trek. Especially mid-September to November of autumn and late March to late May of spring are the best times due to excellent climatic conditions for a trek in the Annapurna region compared to other months.
Is the Annapurna circuit possible in summer and winter?
There is no limitation of desire; the impossible word itself says, "I am possible." So, yes, trekking in the Annapurna circuit is possible in summer and winter but there will be a risk and extreme climatic conditions, due to which you should be very careful than in seasonal trek.
Generally, the path will be slippery due to rainfall in summer. A clear view of the mountain may not be possible because of cloudy weather whereas the extremely low temperature in winter makes the trip more challenging and harder.
Itinerary
Annapurna circuit is a wider area and you can have the best natural view ever you had. You need more than 2 weeks for completing the trek. Here day-wise planning during the trek is in detail. So that you can plan your trip according to your available time and places you want to visit.
15 Days Annapurna circuit trek Itinerary
Day
From
To
Altitude (In Meter)
Distance in Km
Hours
1
Kathmandu
1400
2
Kathmandu
Jagat
1300
190-200
Driving 9
3
Jagat
Dharapani
1860
15
6-7
4
Dharapani
Chame
2670
13
6-7
5
Chame
Pisang
3100
14.5
5-6
6
Pisang
Manag
3540
15
6
7
Rest Day
8
Manang
Letdar
4200
10
4-5
9
Letdar
High camp
4880
6
4-5
10
High camp
Muktinath
5416 -3710
18
7-8
11
Muktinath
Jomsom
2743
16
6-7
12
Jomsom
Pokhara
823
13
Pokhara rest
14
Pokhara
KTM
1400
19 Days Annapurna circuit trek Itinerary with Poon hill
Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu (TIA) International Airport (1,365m) Transfer To Hotel Evening Welcome Dinner. O/N at Hotel
Day 2: Private Drive From Kathmandu To Besi Sahar (760m) & Jeep Till Syange (1100m) (7 Hours Drive).O/N At Tea House
Day 3: Syange to Dharapani (1860m), 8 Hrs Walk
Day 4: Dharapani to Chame (2670m), 7 Hrs Walk,
Day 5: Chame to Pisang ( 3100 M) Walking 5 Hours,
Day 6: Pisang to Manang (3540m), 7 Hrs Walking,
Day 7: Rest Day In Manang Or Visit Visit Ice Lake (4600m) 8 Hrs Walking,
Day 8: Manang to Letdar (4200m), 6 Hrs Walk,
Day 9: Letdar To Thorung Phedi (4450m), 4 Hrs Walk,
Day 10: Thorung Phedi Thorung La Pass (5,416m) To Muktinath (3760m) 9 hrs Walk,
Day 11: Muktinath to Jomsom (2720m ) Via Kagbeni 4 Hrs Walk.
Day 12: Jomsom To Tatopani By jeep And Overnight At Tatopani (Natural Hot spring)
Day 13: Tatopani to Shika 4 Hours uphill walk
Day 14: Shikha To Ghorepani 4 Hours by walk (2880m) overnight at Ghorepani
Day 15: Ghorepani To Hille 4 Hours by walk
Day 16: hill to Nayapul 2 hours by walk and drive back to Pokhara
Day 17: Drive/ Fly back to Kathmandu overnight at Thamel
Day 18: Rest day at Kathmandu
Day 19: Final Departure to International Airport
20 Days Annapurna circuit trek with Tilicho Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu (TIA) International Airport (1,365m) Transfer To Hotel Evening Welcome Dinner. O/N at Hotel
Day 2 Private Drive From Kathmandu To Besi Sahar (760m) & Jeep Till Syange (1100m) (7 Hours Drive).O/N At Tea House
Day 3 Syange To Dharapani (1860m), 8 Hrs Walk,
Day 4 Dharapani to Chame (2670m), 7 Hrs Walk,
Day 5 Chame to Pisang ( 3100 M) Walking 5 Hours,
Day 6 Pisang to Manang (3540m), 7 Hrs Walking,
Day 7 Rest Day In Manang Or Visit Visit Ice Lake (4600m) 8 Hrs Walking,
Day 8 Trek to Khansar
Day 9 Trek to Base Camp
Day 10 Visit Tilicho lake (world highest lake )
Day 11 Trek to Khansar
Day 12 Khansari To Letdar (4200m), 6 Hrs Walk,
Day 14 Letdar To Thorung Phedi (4450m), 4 Hrs Walk,
Day 15 Thorung Phedi Thorung La Pass (5,416m) To Muktinath (3760m) 9 hrs Walk,
Day 16 Muktinath To Jomsom (2720m ) Via Kagbeni 4 Hrs WalkHouse
Day 17 Jomsom To Pokhara By Flight or jeep And
Day 18 Pokhara to Kathmandu by Tourist bus 7 hours
Day 19 Rest day at Kathmandu
Day 20 Final Departure to International Airport
25 Days Annapurna circuit trek Itinerary
1st Day: Arrival In Kathmandu (TIA) International Airport (1,365m) Transfer To Hotel Evening Welcome Dinner.
2nd Day: Private Drive From Kathmandu To Besi Sahar (760m) & Jeep Till Syange (1100m) (7 Hours Drive).
3rd Day: Syange To Dharapani (1860m), 8 Hrs Walk O/N At Tea HouseDay 4 Dharapani To Chame (2670m), 7 Hrs Walk,
4th Day: Chame to Pisang ( 3100 M) Walking 5 Hours,
9th Day: Pisang to Manang (3540m), 7 Hrs Walking,
7th Day: Rest Day In Manang Or Visit Visit Ice Lake (4600m) 8 Hrs Walking,
8th Day: Manang to Letdar (4200m), 6 Hrs Walk,
9th Day: Letdar To Thorung Phedi (4450m), 4 Hrs Walk,
10th Day: Thorung Phedi Thorung La Pass (5,416m) To Muktinath (3760m) 9 hrs Walk,
11th Day: Muktinath To Jomsom (2720m ) Via Kagbeni 4 Hrs Walk.
12th Day: Jomsom To Tatopani By jeep
13th Day: Tatopani to Shika 4 Hours uphill walk
14th Day: Shikha To Ghorepani 4 Hours by walk (2880m)
15th Day: Ghorepani To Hille 4 Hours by walk
16th Day: Morning hike to Poon-Hill and trek to Tadapani 2,520m – 05 hrs.
17th Day: Trek to Sinuwa 2340 m-5 hrs.
18th Day: Trek to Deurali 3230 m-7 hrs
19th Day: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4, 130m – 04 hrs.
20th Day: Trek to Bamboo 2,050 m – 06 hrs..
21st Day: Trek to Jhinu-Danda 1,700m via Chomrong – 06 hrs. (Hot Spring)
22nd Day: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara-8 hrs
23rd Day: Drive/ Fly back to Kathmandu overnight at Thamel
24th Day: Rest day at Kathmandu
25th Day: Final Departure to International Airport
Facilities during The Annapurna Circuit Trek
Tea house
You will get a tea house with clean rooms and a comfortable bed. Depending upon place somewhere you will get rooms with attached bathroom and somewhere normal rooms are available. You will get a variety of food with good taste on the way but as elevation increases, there will be a limitation on the food menu. The major food items will be Dalbhat, noodles, momo, soup, spaghetti, etc depending on the Teahouse menu.
Electricity
You will get the facility of electricity in all places during the trek. You can talk to your family members and share your excitations every day via social media as well.
Water
You will get pure drinking water in all places during the trek. Travel companies will supply mineral water so that you will not have any health issues regarding water.
Recommendation for the Annapurna Circuit Trek
Trekking is a challenging job where you need to be very much careful. Some recommendation which you must follow are:-
Clothing
Annapurna circuit is a cold region. We recommend the following clothes for your comfortable travel.
Warm jacket – down jacket,
Water and windproof jacket (alternatively bring a poncho or umbrella)
Long-sleeved syn lodging thetic fleece (windproof material, if possible)
Thermal underwear.
Hat, a pair of gloves and a scarf.
Comfortable hiking trousers. (loose fitting)
Shorts and trousers, or a skirt.
2 pairs of warm wool-blend socks.
2 pairs of running socks or liner socks.
Proper hiking boots.
Running shoes and flip-flops.
2-3 T-shirts.
Water bottle
Fitness
One should be mentally prepared and physically fit to start a trek. To enjoy the trekking, it is very essential to be fit healthy and fine because of high elevation one may suffer from altitude sickness. Thus it is essential to know how to prepare for trek and altitude.
What are the challenges with The Annapurna circuit trek?
The exciting part of the Annapurna circuit trek is accepting the challenges and enjoying nature. One should walk more than 10 to 12 km around 7 to 8 hours each day. You should eat the food whatever is available in teahouse. May altitude sickness occurs in you with increasing elevation and changing atmospheric conditions are major challenges of Annapurna circuit trek.
Permits for The Annapurna Circuit Trek
Annapurna circuit trek includes two permits.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) card costs 2$ for SAARC nations and 20$ for others.
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card with cost 20$
Package for The Annapurna Circuit Trek
The Annapurna Circuit Trek package is depend on company but the Average Package are
1100$ to 1250$ for trip package which is offer by local trekking agency and include Guide, porter, permit,transportation, kathmandu Hotel, pokhara hotel, three meal for client.
Annapurna Circuit Trek without Guide and porter (DIY/FIT) cost will be 600$-800$ but it's depend on your money spend habit.
Conclusion
The beauty of Himalayas, cultural and biological diversity of the Annapurna region will definitely full fill your traveling goal in Nepal. Different travel agencies will guide you and support you to reach your destination. I suggest mission summit treks and expedition for a safe and wonderful journey towards the Annapurna Circuit Trek at a reasonable price.
