• Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
  • Group Size 01-16 people
  • Meals Breakfast, Lunch & dinner
  • Best Season Mar-May & Sep-Dec
  • Max-Altitude 5,416m/17,769ft
  • Difficulty https://www.himalayanexcursionnepal.com/img/difficulty.jpg https://www.himalayanexcursionnepal.com/img/difficulty-angle.png

Starting Price

$1200

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Annapurna Circuit Trek

The Annapurna Circuit trek is one of the most popular and classical trekking in Annapurna region. During the trek one can view many mountain peaks above 7,000m and worlds 10th highest peak - Annapurna I at 8,091 meters. After an overland journey from Kathmandu to Dumre trails starts from Bhulbhule by walk on a stunning suspension bridge and follows river Marsyandgi and reaches the Thorong-La pass 5,416m which is the world's largest pass in trekking trail. We also walk through Kali Gandaki river gorge which is the world's deepest river gorge.

 

We explore beautiful pine forest, tropical rice paddies, rhododendron forest to dry landscapes and amazing views of the Annnapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Besides the mountain views, we encounter on this trek an ancient caves, alpine valley, frozen lakes and ancient monasteries. This trek will provide you chance to see many different climatic zone, indigenous group people and their culture, tradition, religion and language. Our 16 days long Annapurna Circuit trek will finish at Jomsom from where we take less than 20 minutes scenic flight to Pokhara.

Highlights
  • Cultural & UNESCO World Heritage Siteseeing in Kathmandu Valley.
  • Enjoy magnificent sunrise & sunset views in the himalayas
  • Bath in natural hot springs.
  • Majestic views of the world's highest mountains: Dhaulagiri (7th), Manaslu (8th) and Annapurna (10th).
  • Chance to visit Pilgrimage site of Muktinath.
  • Experience culture, tradition & unique lifestyle of local peoples.
  • Get acquainted with the mountain people in the heart of Himalayas.
Itinerary
Includes/Excludes
    • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
    • 4 Nights twin sharing hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.
    • Full day Kathmandu sightseeing tour by private tourist vehicle.
    • One professional English speaking tour guide for Kathmandu sightseeing.
    • All standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) during the trek.
    • Best available lodge/Guesthouse accommodation during the trek.
    • License holder English speaking trekking guide.
    • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 Porter).
    • Food, accommodation, salary, Equipment, Medicine & Insurance for all staff.
    • Necessary entry permits fees & traveler TIMS card.
    • Company provide sleeping bag & duffel bag (to be returned after trip completion).
    • All government & local taxes.
    • International airfare & necessary airport taxes.
    • Nepal entry visa fees at present USD 25 for 15 days, USD 40 for 30 days and USD 100 for three month.
    • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
    • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early from mountain or late departure.
    • Temple and monasteries entry fees during sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
    • Travel insurance which covers emergency rescue & evacuation.
    • All personal & bar expenses in Kathmandu & during the trek.
    • Tips for trekking staff & driver (tipping is expected).
    • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc) and any other expenses which are not mentioned above.
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Faq

Annapurna circuit trek is suitable for any kind of person who is moderately fit; no previous experience is required for this trek. To condition yourself for the trek, some physical fitness programs such as walking, running, swimming and hiking are recommended before you embark on your journey. Any person suffering from a pre-existing medical condition or diseases must seek medical advice before considering any trek.

Yes, our company representative will come to greet you in airport. He will be displaying your name outside the airport terminal. You will be transferred to hotel by our private vehicle.

For trekking best season is usually March-April and October-November but Annapurna Circuit trek can be done in February, June, April, May and December as well.

Weather in the mountains is very difficult to predict. At night it is generally cold and the days are generally warm. The temperature could be as high as 30 degree Celsius to minus 15 degree Celsius low.

Depending on nature of travel we provide different vehicle service. We provide tourist vehicles for sightseeing, city tours and airport pickups- drops. We provide tourist bus transfer service from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu. We book flight ticket through Simrik air, Buddha Air, Yeti air for the flight from Kathmandu - Pokhara – Kathmandu.

There are landline telephone in some village along the trekking routes from which you can contact with your family and friends. Some place there is also internet access which you can use by paying some charges. Also you can buy sim card for your cell phone by giving your Xerox copy of your passport and PP size photo.

In the cities, off course yes but once you are outside of the cities, all you have to pay in cash. Also you have exchange the currency in Nepali rupees before you go outside the cities.

Yes, charging facilities will be available in every guesthouse & lodges but sometime there maybe load shedding problem so it’s better to bring power bank or spare batteries.

There are many restaurants available in Kathmandu and Pokhara city where you can find any delight of your choice. But in trekking route most of the tea houses menu you may find noodles soup, steam mo:mo, daal bhat, green salad, finger chips, eggs, potatoes, fresh vegetables. You can get tea, coffee, hot lemon, hot chocolate. Every day breakfast, lunch & dinner will be at a lodge.

Lodges mostly serve the vegetarian meals so there is no problem at all for vegetarian. Also we always recommend our clients to eat vegetarian meals to avoid food poisoning. Non-veg meals at the high altitude are not safe for the stomach.

Hot water in bucket will be provided for shower and you have to pay for hot water.

Yes, they have received training from NATHM (Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management). They have also received high altitude first aid training from KEEP (Kathmandu Environment Education project).

Actually tipping is not compulsory, but small gesture of thanks to your guides and local porters. The level of the tip should reflect the level of satisfaction from and personal involvement with your guide.

Yes, there are a plenty of options and choices to extend your holiday before or after your main trip. Click here. 
 

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