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Annapurna Circuit Trek

18 Days
From CAD 1,611 Was CAD 2,149

Best Rate
Guarantee

Trip Type
Small Group

Activity Level
Challenging

Rating

(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

On this incredible trekking adventure, spend 13 challenging days traversing rhododendron forests, isolated hamlets, and mountain villages. For six to seven hours a day, follow the trails of this challenging circuit on and around one of the world’s highest mountains while encountering temples, monasteries, and breathtaking landscapes. Led by expert guides and assisted by support staff throughout, you’ll be greeted by locals who offer a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural life and majestic views few ever experience.

Highlights

Take in stunning Himalayan views
Trek along the Kaligandaki Gorge; one of the deepest gorges of the world
Traverse Thorong La Pass and view the stunning Annapurna Ranges from the top
Stay the night in the Narchyang community Homestay
View a sunrise from Poon Hill.

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Trip Details

Product Code: 1553

Tour Type: Small Group

Accommodation: Basic

Transport: Bus, walking, 4WD Jeep.

Guide Language: English

Travel Styles: Budget

Supplier Code: ANTA

Starts: Kathmandu, Nepal

Finishes: Kathmandu, Nepal

Duration: 18 days

Departures: Guaranteed

Physical rating: Challenging

Includes

Activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Narchyang Community Homestay, Narchyang
English-speaking local guide and full support team of porters and assistants for the Annapurna Circuit trek
Walk along the Marshyangdi River
Visit Bung chahara Water fall
Experience the unique architecture of Bagarchhap region
Explore Manang village and hike to the stupa
Relax in hot springs of Narchyang
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels/guesthouses (3 nts), homestay (1 nt), tea house lodges (13 nts).

1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

Transport

Bus, walking, 4WD Jeep.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, trekking support staff.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1611 (CAD 90 /day)

Itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu at any time. Attend the group welcome meeting today and enjoy a brief orientation walk around Thamel.

Day 2: Kathmandu/Jagat

Travel through scenic landscapes, picturesque countryside, and small towns along the way to Besi Sahar. The group will arrive in time for lunch. After lunch, the group will take the local transportation to Jagat along a winding, narrow road. Spend the night at the teahouse.

Day 3: Jagat/Bagarchhāp

Begin 13 days of challenging trekking in one of the highest mountain ranges on Earth. Experience stunning Alpine pastures, forests of rhododendron, temples, rural villages and local people, waterfalls, glaciers, and some of the most spectacular mountain scenery known to man. Today, the group will travel 14km on foot from Jagat to Bagarchhap. Ascend through forested areas of rhododendron (seasonal) and pine trees. Pass by waterfalls, traditional villages, and terraced fields of crops.
For almost 2 weeks, we immerse ourselves into the spectacular mountain wilderness of the Annapurna Range. At 8,091m (26,545ft) Annapurna 1 is one of the highest mountains in the world. Its surrounding sister mountains are equally imposing, creating magnificent panoramas from any view point. Throughout the trek we come across isolated mountain communities, each observing different ancestral customs and traditions, resulting in not only a visually superb expedition but also a culturally rich one. Amid the rugged mountain scenery, we meet warm and welcoming locals herding yaks and goats on grassy pastures, and visit their monasteries and temples. Along the way, we see waterfalls of melted snow, cross icy rivers, broad plains, and high mountain passes and reward ourselves with a soak in natural hot springs (you've earned this!). The trekking is challenging, averaging 6-7 hrs a day, often at high altitudes. The highest point we reach, occurring on Day 9, is the 5,416m (17,769ft) Thorung Pass.

Given the dangers of altitude sickness, it is imperative that we take at least 3 days to ascend to this height. A couple of days are also allowed for rest and acclimatisation.

Day 4: Bagarchhāp/Chame

Today, trek from Bagarchhap to Chame (2,670m, 8,760ft). Breathe in the fresh mountain air and climb up along the trail through dense pine and fir forests. Enjoy stunning views along the way of Manaslu and other peaks of the Annapurna range. Have lunch in Thanchok before continuing on to Chame, the district headquarters of Manang.

Day 5: Chame/Pisang

Trek from Chame to Pisang (3,300m,10,827ft). Leave the village of Chame behind, walk out past the prayer wheels and cross wide rivers and pine forests on the way to Pisang. As you hike, enjoy stunning scenery, narrow canyons, and valleys with Annapurna Range as the backdrop. Have lunch in the small, beautiful village of Dhukur Pokhari. Arrive in Pisang and visit the village monastery.

Day 6: Pisang/Manang

Trek from Pisang to Manang (3,540m, 11,614ft). Today, enjoy stunning views of Annapurna Range, pass through the village of Braga, with its ancient monastery from the 8th Century. Then, continue towards Manang village, passing through fields of barley and buckwheat.

Day 7: Manang

Enjoy an acclimatization day in Manang. Set off on a short excursion hike to Gangapurna Lake, sitting at 3700m. Have lunch in Manang and explore the village before hiking to a Stupa located in the hills outside of Manang.

Day 8: Manang/Yakkharka

Trek from Manang to Yak Kharta (4,018m, 13,182ft). Today, is a relatively short walking day with only 9kms in distance covered. Trek slowly and climb higher as the trail passes through a sparse forest of juniper and scrub. After lunch in Yak Kharka, complete an acclimatization hike in the surrounding area.

Day 9: Yakkharka/Phedi

Trek from Yak Kharka to Phedi (4,450m, 14,600ft). Enjoy a short, but challenging hike today from Yak Kharka to Phedi. Begin with a gradual ascent through the alpine landscape and pass through pastures of grazing yak, small chortens, and streams en route.

Day 10: Phedi/Muktināth

Trek from Phedi to Muktinath (3,800m, 12,467ft). Today the group will reach the highest point of the trek. This is the toughest uphill walking day. Keep a slow steady pace and enjoy the views while hiking. After reaching the top of Thorong La Pass (5416m) the group will follow the trail as it descends steeply for several kilometers to Muktinath – an important pilgrimage site for both Hindu's and Buddhists.

Day 11: Muktināth/Ghasa

Take a 4WD jeep ride from Muktinath to Ghasa today and take a break from trekking. On the drive, view the contrasting yellow hills against green farmland of the valley floor. See the Kaligandaki, the deepest gorge in the world. Witness the dramatic changes in landscape of the Kaligandaki River and journey past several picturesque villages.

Day 12: Ghasa/Narchyang

Trek from Ghasa to Narchyang today. Travel on foot through the Kali Gandaki Valley and the lower Mustang region of Nepal. Walk along the Kali Gandaki River and through lush forests of rhododendron, oak, and bamboo. Upon arriving at Narchyang, our host community members will welcome the group. Narchyang once used to be the gate for North Annapurna Base Camp Trekking route. But with the Annapurna Base Camp being shifted to south, the village has remained isolated and devoid of tourism for a long time. In order to boost the amount of visitors to the region, the community has recently been active through Narchyang Community Homestay and started welcoming trekkers to their homes. The community is mostly of Magar Culture and are known for their innocence, simplistic ways of life, and bravery.

Day 13: Narchyang/Sikha

Today the group will ascend once again on the trek. Walk through the forests and terraced fields, and climb uphill admiring the stunning views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli along the route. Reach a mesmerizing view of ascending levels of teahouses and lodges with the mountains surrounding. Today's hike will be 4-5 hours.

Day 14: Sikha/Ghorepani

Today trek from Sikha to Ghorepani (2,785m, 9,137ft). The route is seeped in history and the views of Machhupuchare and the Himalayas from Ghorepani are absolutely unmatched on a clear day. View local villages, teahouses, and settlements along the uphill route.

Day 15: Ghorepani/Birethanti

Enjoy an early morning excursion to Poon Hill for sunrise. Then venture through Poonhill to Ramghai, enjoying spectacular views of the Annapurna range along the way. Cross through forests, streams, and bridges to reach the final destination, Birethanti.

Day 16: Birethanti/Pokhara

Take a short hike from Birethanti to Nayapul where our bus will be waiting to take us to Pokhara. Rest and take a well-deserved shower in this lakeside resort town.

Day 17: Pokhara/Kathmandu

Return to Kathmandu.
We travel back to Kathmandu where the rest of the day is free for shopping, sightseeing, or relaxing in one of the many rooftop cafés.

Day 18: Kathmandu

Depart at any time.

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Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

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Reviews

Elena E. - Traveled, January 2024

Well organized, professional, ethical, easy booking.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/25/2024

Patrick O. - Traveled, January 2024

My excellent recent experience on the Annapurna circuit

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/25/2024

Clarence L. - Traveled, January 2024

Great Itinerary Great Experienced CEO and Assistant Guides Hard-Working Porters Great choices for Teahouses

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024

Ryan M. - Traveled, January 2024

The trip was fantastic from start to finish.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024

Bryce C. - Traveled, December 2023

Very well organized, and employment of all local communities which puts money straight into the local economy

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024

Meghann G. - Traveled, December 2023

Ashok! Incredible guide, really made the trip

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024

Daniel C. - Traveled, December 2023

We found the experience to be seamless and when facing any obstacles/pressure the experience of the tour CEO and guides showed. My girlfriend and I had a wonderful experience. Personally this is my second time using G in Nepal and love using G.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024

Eleanor H. - Traveled, November 2023

The trip was extremely well run and despite weather conditions causing the itinerary to change our guide, with the help of head office were able to create a new itinerary so that we did not miss out on too much. I liked the small group sizes and all the staff (guide, assistant guides and sherpas) were INCREDIBLE! I have also found G Adventures to be really helpful throughout the entire booking process

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024

David P. - Traveled, November 2023

This tour was probably the most amazing holiday I've ever taken! Bikram & Meg as well as the entire porter team including BK, Harri, Pemba, and everyone else were all so amazing the entire trip.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Amber M. - Traveled, November 2023

well organized, good reputation, good personal experience

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Vanessa M. - Traveled, November 2023

Really great guides and porters. Looked after us well

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Joshua C. - Traveled, November 2023

The CEO Bikram, Assistant guide Meg looked after us extremely well and always ensured we were feeling healthy, had drinks, food, were approachable in asking questions whether information regarding the trek or about the region they were knowledgeable and happy to help. The porters were fantastic and it was clear that they were all extremely proud of their jobs and of their country. The only change I would suggest would be changing accommodation from the Eureka Inn (after the Thorong La Pass) due to the hotel not functioning properly (toilets frozen only one squat toilet that was not usable). This however was only a minor problem within the scope of the trip. I would highly recommend G Adventures to use and I will look at using you again.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Andrew N. - Traveled, November 2023

Just really on top of everything I guess

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/31/2023

Michael B. - Traveled, November 2023

he Annapurna Circuit trip by G Adventures was very professionally run at all levels. This includes the trip itself, but also all the interactions I had with G Adventures staff during phone calls to book and prepare for the trip as well as the web site. The actual trip was very well run with the guide (Sujan) looking out for our health and making the trip enjoyable by explaining about Nepal and the area.