Annapurna Circuit Cultural Trek
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The Annapurna Circuit is actually a well-defined circular trail starting from the subtropics, continuing through alpine forests, finally to the arctic Thorung-La Pass at 5,416 m. and looping back to Pokhara. The bonus you will have is a superb cultural experience with the warm-hearted locals as most of the nights will be spent in their teahouses, except for a few nights in tented camps.
After being transported from Pokhara to Beshi Shahar, a small town outside Pokhara Valley, your trekking starts. From Khudi onwards, the trail goes side by side of Marsyangdi River and continues to its origin at Manang, a valley renowned for its immense beauty. The trail then takes you through traditional villages, alpine forests, and amazing passes covered with snow almost throughout the year.
You will have ample time to observe different rare and endangered species of flora and fauna, the traditional lifestyles and cultures of the village people and also some ancient Hindu and Buddhist shrines and monuments during your journey.
The entire region is under close scrutiny of Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) in order to conserve its pristine natural and cultural heritage. Your own compliance to the "Take only memories and leave only footprints" principle of trekking in this Himalayan country is essential for the success of such projects and will be greatly appreciated.
- Duration: 20 day(s)
- Location: Annapurna Conservation Area
Day 1:
Drive from Pokhara to Besi Sahar (823m).
Day 2:
Besishar to Baundada (1430m).
Day 3:
Baundanda to Chamje (1560m).
Day 4:
Chamje to Dharapani (1881m).
Day 5:
Dharapani to Chame (2725m).
Day 6:
Chame to Pisang (3100m).
Day 7:
Pisang to Manang (3500m).
Day 8:
Acclimatisation day at Manang
Day 9:
Manang to Yak kharka or Lether. (4000-4200m)
Day 10:
Yak Kharka to Throung Phedi or High camp (4420m).
Day 11:
Throung Phedi to Thorongla - la (5416m), then trek down to Muktinath 3802m).
Day 12:
Muktinath to Marpha (2670m), via Kagbeni - Jomsom.
Day 13:
Marpha to Kalopani (2480m).
Day 14:
Kalopani to Tatopani (1219m).
Day 15:
Tatopani to Ghorepani (2860m).
Day 16:
Ghorepani to Tadapani (2590m).
Day 17:
Tadapani to Ghandruk (1951m).
Day 18:
Ghandruk to Pothana (1890m).
Day 19:
Pothana to Pokhara (915m).
Day 20:
Whole day sightseeing in Pokhara.
Meet Rajendra Prasad Sapkota and Outdoor Himalayan Treks, we are your local connection in Pokhara. Starting as a young porter, Rajendra has all the local knowledge that will make your trip to Pokhara life changing. With us, visitors experience remote villages, meet local people, and gain insight into our culture. We support local villages, and have even built a local orphanage to house and educate displaced, and often outcast, children. We hope to bring you a journey that will be enriching, but will also help those in need in Pokhara.
