Annapurna Semi Circuit Trek via Thorong La Pass – 16 Days
- Max Elevation: 5416 m
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with a cup of tea / coffee
- Transportation Kathmandu to Khud by local bus and Jomsom to Pokhara by Fly and from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist Transportation
- Group Size: 2 Min Pax
- Starts at: Besishar
- Ends at: Pokhara
- Trip Route:
Kathmandu, Besishare, Taal, Chame, Manang, Throng-La pass 5416 m, Mukitanath, Jomsom and Pokhara
- Best Season: Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November)
Trip Highlights
- Thorong La Pass (5416 m), is one of the highest point in the Annapurna circuit
- The pass offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including
- Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu
- We will provide you with a (20 degree sleeping bag) and a duffel bag for the trekking excursion, but you must return them after completing the trek.
- Encounter the Marsyangdi River, beautiful waterfalls, and charming villages along the way
- Close- up views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including Annapurna ? (8091 m), Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Manaslu (8163 m), and Machhapuchhre (6993 m)
- Opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique culture, traditions, and hospitality of diverse ethnic communities, including Gurungs, Thakalis, and Manangis
- Muktinath Temple (3800 m), dedicated to Lord Vishnu
- Opportunity to taste delicious apples and apple products
- Encounter yak caravans carrying goods, a traditional mode of transportation in the high Himalayas
- Annapurna Base Camp (4130m/13,549ft), the base of the 10th tallest of the planet Mt Annapurna I – 8091m/26545ft and Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m/12135ft), the base of Mt Fishtail (virgin peak of Nepal)
- Cultural richness and world heritage sites in Kathmandu before the trek.
- Classic Annapurna Base Camp, on the other hand, is pursued inside the Annapurna Conservation Area amidst lush vegetation and distinct wildlife, ethnic Gurung settlements, rickety suspension bridges, waterfalls, beautiful rivers, religious monuments, natural wonders, and cultural heritage.
Trip Information
Overview
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu valley then transfer to hotel.
Kathmandu valley is a small city comprising of 3 districts in Nepal but full of world heritage sites. Our
representatives will be welcoming you with their warm greetings on the airport and will transfer you to the
desired hotel in Kathmandu. You will be having plenty of rest on this day as well as will be preparing for
tomorrow’s journey onwards.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Khudi via Besi Sahar ( 185 km) ( 6–7 hrs)
We will be taking an early drive from Kathmadnu to Khudi [850 meters] which is the starting point of our
trek. After reaching the beautiful city of Besisahar [823 meters], we will be heading towards Khudi which
will take us approximately 30 minutes. On the drive of approximately 8 hours; we will be observing a range of mountain peaks but from a bit far which will be coming closer in further days. We will have our overnight stay at a Guest house in Khudi.
Day 3: Trek from Khudi to Sirung ( 2200 m) ( 5 - 6 hrs)
The 2200 meters Sirung is reachable after a hike of 5 to 6 hours. We will be crossing a few suspension
bridges, waterfalls as well the mountain’s views will be more detailed as we come closer to Manasalu then
before. We will be enjoying home stay at Sirung which is a settlement of Tamang people. Views of Nadi
Chuli and Manasalu can be observed from Sirung as well as we will be enjoying the cultural programs
offered by local people here at Sirung.
Day 4: Trek from Sirung to Chamje ( 1425 m) (4 - 5 hrs)
The trail leading all the way through the bank of Marshyangdi River will lead us to a stone village of Jagat
where we will be having lunch and will trek up to Chamje for overnight stay. Today’s walk will be for about 4 to 5 hours and we will reach the maximum altitude at Chamje at 1425 meters where we could also enjoy
the spectacular waterfall.
Day 5: Trek from Chamje to Dharapani ( 1930 m) (5 - 6 hrs)
We will again be hiking following the Marshyangdi River to Tal (16750) meters where a large waterfall can
be observed in a small village as we enter the Manang District. Today’s day is spent on crossing a flat
valley as well as climbing a stone stairway up to 1860 meters before we reach our resting point at
Dharapani 1930 meters after a walk of 5 to 6 hours. We will be staying at a tea house in Dharapani.
Day 6: Trek from Dharapani to Chame ( 2660 m)
Today our destination is Chame (2660 meters) and also headquarter for Manang District. We will continue our journey through the Tamang village at 2360 meters to the fine pine forest all the way to Chame at 2660 meters. We will be observing the miraculous views of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal from Chame. We will be exploring the market as well as taking a natural hot spring bath in the evening and have our overnight stay at a tea house.
Day 7: Trek from Chame to Pisang ( 3185 m) ( 4 to 5 hrs)
On this day we are crossing the Marshyangdi River and continue our trek through beautiful pine and
spruce forest and finally, the trek will end at Pisang a village at 3185 meters of height. We will stay
overnight at a tea house in Pisang after a 4 to 5 hours of walk. We will be observing the views of Mt.
Annapurna all the way on our trekking.
Day 8: Trek from pisang to Manang From via Ngwal ( 3,480 m) ( 4 - 5 hrs)
Actually, there are two routes from Pisang to Manang (3480m) but you can choose anyone of them
because both are similar in providing you the best views. We will be moving from the lower route as other
route is called upper route; which will take us to Hume and Braga village where there is a 600 years old
monastery, as well as Tibetan styled houses, can be seen here. We will be reaching the Beautiful village of
Manang after our 4 to 5 hours walk from Pisang where we will have our overnight stay at a tea house.
Day 9: Acclimatization Day in Manang
We will be spending one more day strolling around the village of Manang and interacting with the local
peoples. Staying one more day will help us adjust our body to the altitude. The excellent views seen from
here of Annapurna Mountains as well as Gangapurna Lake will certainly make you excited. We will stay
overnight at a tea house in Manang.
Day 10: Trek from Manang to Churi lattar / yak karka ( 2000 m) ( 1 hrs)
After the wonderful time in Manang Village, the trek starts an ascent of almost 2000m to the Throng La.
from Manang the trail crosses a stream and Mane stone before the Tenki Manang. The trek continues
through the small village of Gunsang where you can take the short break for tea/coffee. Today you will stop Yak Kharka, also known as Kochi, from where it will take another 01 hrs to Churilattar. Stay overnight at the tea house.
Day 11: Trek from yak karka to Thorang Phedi or Thorang High Camp ( 4310 m)
After breakfast in the teahouse, the trek starts with few slowly up and downs until crosses the stream on a
wooden bridge at 4310 meters. After making a short ascent on a good trail to a teashop, the route then
follows a narrow path across a high, unstable slope before heading to Thorong Phedi (foot of the hill). If
you feel fine today you can make all the way to Thorang High Camp, if you do it today it will be easier for
tomorrow. Stay overnight at the tea house.
Day 12: Trek from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass 5416m
Crossing the arduous Thorong La Pass at a dizzying height of 5,416m/17,764ft is another highlight of this
trek. An early start is important to go through the icy high-altitude trail. But the picturesque mountain vistas are more than compensates the strenuous walk through the grueling trail. We reach Muktinath by sunset which is an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhist. We can stroll around the area which hosts a Vishnu temple and a Monastery nearby.
Day 13: Trek from muktinath ( 2,720 m) to Jomsom via Jharkot ( 3,800 m) ( 5–6 hrs)
It is an easy walk to the routes of Jomsom, although it becomes tedious if there is a strong wind. The trail
descends very fast to the Eklai Bhatti than along the Kali Gandaki to the Jomsom. Jomsom is the
administrative headquarters of Mustang district. After afternoon you will have the chance to visit Mustang
Eco Museum. Stay overnight at the tea house.
Day 14: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara by air.
Today an early morning breakfast guide will take you to the airport for short but scenic flight to the lakeside city of Pokhara also second biggest city after Kathmandu for tourism. After refreshment, you will have guided sightseeing tours in the valley. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 15: Drive Back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.
After a wonderful time in and around Pokhara, today after breakfast you will transfer to the tourist bus station for day countryside drive back to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel
Note: You can fly to Pokhara which takes 35min.
Day 16: Final Departure from kathmandu.
Today timely pick you up from your hotel and transfer to the International airport for your next destination or join another activity with us
Day :
Price Includes
- The facility of pick and drop from airport to hotel and vice versa
- Overnight Stay at B/B hotel in Kathmandu.
- Overnight Stay at B/B hotel inPokhara.
- In a day time tea break with cookies every day.
- Fresh fruits after dinner every night as dessert during the trek.
- Three times meals a day- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and 3 cup of tea/coffee a day during the trek.
- Accommodation in teahouse/ lodge during the trek.
- Nepal Holiday Treks and Tours, (-20 degree sleeping bag) and a duffel bag for the trekking, but you need to refund to the office after the trip.
- Annapurna conservation area permit and TIMS Card (Trekkers information management system).
- Kathmandu to Nadi bazar by local Transportation and Phedi to Pokhara by local transport and Return Back to Kathmandu by tourist Bus.
- Accommodation at Pokhara in tourist 3 star B/B hotel for 1 night.
- An experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English-speaking, well trained, government license holder Trekking Guide with all his salary, food, Drinks, accommodation, equipment, transport, and insurance.
- You will be under observation with a pulse oximeter to have your oxygen levels and heart rate measured twice a day during the trek. This is to catch the signs of Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) early, thus making trekking safer.
- All taxes and company service charge.
- Nepal Holiday Treks and Tours trip completion certificate from the company side.
- Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter Service (paid by your travel insurance company).
- Farewell Dinner.
Price Does not Include
- International airfare and visa fees.
- Hotels and meals in Kathmandu and lunch and dinner in Pokhara.
- Personal expenses of bar and beverage bills, wifi, hot shower, water bottle, extra porters, laundry or any other things which are not mentioned by the company.
- Your trekking gears.
- Extra nights in a certain destination due to weather, flight delays, strikes or health issues.
- Your travel insurance which should include the emergency rescue(must have).
- Tips for your guide and porters which is mandatory.
- A strong, helpful, porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, (one porter for two people he will carry bag pack max 20-25kg).
- Extra expenses due to any event such as strikes, weather conditions, or flight delays.
- Equipment (sleeping bags, down jackets and maps)
- Extra expenses due to any other events you want to attend.