Annapurna
Circuit Trek
The circuit of the Annapurna massif via the Manang valley
is one of the classic treks of the world. You will walk from
lowland rice paddies to the subtropical forest to the Tibetan
plateau between the Himalayan peaks and across the challenging
Thorung pass.
The
'Circuit' Trek
Driving from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar, we walk up the
lush Marsyangdi valley into the arid Manang valley,
greeted by ethnic Managii (Of Tibetan descend) in villages
and monasteries. There are stunning views of Glacier
Dome (7202m), Gangapurna (7454m) and Annapurna 2 (7940m).After
several false summits we reach the Thorung pass, the
highest point of our trek, marked by two large cairns
with flying prayer flags. We descend to the holy village
of Muktinath (3800m).
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Dazzling views of Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nilgiri (7689m) and
Annapurna 1 (8091m) are seen as we trek down the Kali Gandaki
valley, the deepest gorge in the world.
Day to Day Itinerary (23 days)
| Day
1: |
Arrive Kathmandu and
transfer to Hotel. (1330m) |
| Day
2: |
Half day Walking tour
of Ason the old market place |
| Day
3: |
Drive to Besi Sahar.
(750m) |
| Day
4: |
Trek to Bahundanda.
(1310m) |
| Day
5: |
Trek to Jagat. (1250m)
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| Day
6: |
Trek to Dharapani.
(1920m) |
| Day
7: |
Trek to Chame. (2630m)
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| Day
8: |
Trek to Pisang. (3190m)
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| Day
9: |
Trek to Manang. (3500m)
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| Day
10: |
Trek to Rest Day for
Acclimatization. |
| Day
11: |
Trek to Letdar. (4250m)
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| Day
12: |
Trek to Thorung Phedi.
(4420m) |
| Day
13: |
Trek to Muktinath
(3800m) via Thorung la (5415m) |
| Day
14: |
Trek to Marpha. (2665m)
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| Day
15: |
Trek to Kalopani.
(2560m) |
| Day
16: |
Trek to Tatopani.
(1250m) |
| Day
17: |
Trek to Ghorepani.
(2775m) |
| Day
18: |
Trek to Ghandruk.
(1970m) |
| Day
19: |
Trek to Pothana. (1990m)
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| Day
20: |
Finish trek at Dhampus
Phedi and drive on to Pokhara. (915m) |
| Day
21: |
Late afternoon flight
to Kathmandu |
| Day
22: |
Free Day Kathmandu. |
| Day
23: |
International Departure
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Fact Finder
| Duration: |
23
day Journey with 18 days trekking |
| Trip
Details: |
- Experienced Nepalese guides & Leader
- Porters to carry personal gear
- Supplementary snacks during trek
- 4 Nights in Kathmandu
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| Activities: |
Cultural, Touring,
Walking |
| Grade: |
 |
| Mode
of Travel: |
Private
coach, Domestic flight |
| Group
& Staff: |
Min 2, Max
12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver
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| Accommodation: |
Comfortable
lodges throughout 18 day trek |
| Trip
Dates: |
- 27th September - 19th October 2008
- 11th November - 2nd December 2008
- 22nd November - 14th December 2008
- 13th December - 4th January 2009
- 28 th February – 22nd March 2009
- 14th March - 5th April 2009
- 28th March – 19th April 2009
- 11th April – 3rd May 2009
- 26th September - 18th October 2009
- 10th October – 1 st November 2009
- 24th October – 15th November 2009
- 7 th November - 29th November 2009
- 12th December – 3rd January 2010
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Land
Costs:
Local Payment: |
USD $1800
USD $400 |
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(Guaranteed
to run for a minimum of 2 clients ) |
Inclusions
Included:
5 Star Hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara on full board basis,twin
sharing, all transfers, Responsible Adventures' Trek leader,
guides, porters, food for porters & crew members,insurance
for crew and porters that includes helicopter evacuation when
necessary and medical treatment, all permits, twin
sharing room on trek, all meals on trek, domestic airfare.
Not Included:
International airport taxes, visas, all optional additional
tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of
the tour program, travel insurance, tips(suggested amount;
US$50 per week)and items of a personal nature. |
