Annapurna is one of the most famous trekking area in Nepal. It is a Sahara World Wide's Trek. Round Annapurna starts from Besisahar and Annapurna Base camp starts from Pokhara. There are rarely a few places in the world with such a splendid variety of natural beauty as that of Annapurna region.

It is a rare combination of long arrays of snow capped, mountains, crystal clear lakes, turbulent rivers with deep gorges, Buddhist monasteries, home of famous Gorkha soldiers and other friendly ethnic groups, as well as hot springs and beautiful villages.
An unsurpassed panoramic view that offers spiritual elation is probably the exact way to define the configuration of this exotic land of mountains - Annapurna sanctuary. This vast nature-amphitheatre is surrounded by Himalayan giants that was explored by Jimmy Roberts in 1956 and brought to the attention of world by the British Expedition to Machhapuchheri in 1957. Astonishing altitude variations and ecological diversity make this area flow over with natural beauty. You will cross-sacred valleys surrounded by enormous peaks. The Annapurna Sanctuary is a hidden glacial hollow that shimmers like a jewel in the mountains. For thousands of years, many people from diverse ethnic backgrounds have carved a lifestyle out of its steep terraces and barren plateaus. The excellent habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals reflect the region’s biological diversity. Multiple species of orchids, rhododendrons, birds, reptile and other flora and fauna are to be astonished. Regard this region as an opportunity.

Trekking Option in Annapurna Region Nepal:
i) Annapurna Basecamp
ii) Annapurna Sanctuary
iii) Annapurna Circuit

Annapurna Circuit Trek (5416m.)
Trek grading: Difficult
Few places in the world have such a splendid variety of natural beauty as the Annapurna region. It is a rare combination of long arrays of snow- capped peaks, crystal clear lakes, turbulent rivers with deep gorges, Tibetan monasteries, hot springs, rhododendron forest (flower blooms from beginning of March) and picturesque villages inhabited by simple and friendly ethnic people.

Normal itinerary for Annapurna circuit or Round Annapurna:

Annapurna Day 1 Katmandu to Beshishar;176km drive (750m.)
Annapurna Day 2 Beshishar to Bahundanda ( 1311m.)
Annapurna Day 3 Bahundanda to Chamje (1430m.)
Annapurna Day 4 Chyamje to Bagarchhap (2164m.)
Annapurna Day 5 Bagarchhap to Chame (2715m.)
Annapurna Day 6 Chame to Pisang (3160m.)
Annapurna Day 7 Pisang to Manang (3351m.)
Annapurna Day 8 Acclimatization or rest or sightseeing in Manang's monasteries.
Annapurna Day 9 Manang to Lattar (4250m.)
Annapurna Day 10 Lattar to Phedi (4650m.)
Annapurna Day 11 Phedi to Muktinath (3820m.) via Thorung La (5416m.)
Annapurna Day 12 Muktinath to Jomsom via wonderful Tibetan village (2800m.)
Annapurna Day 13 Jomsom to Kalopani (2587m.)
Annapurna Day 14 Kalopani to Tatopani (1189m.)
Annapurna Day 15 Tatopani to Ghorepani (2855m.)
Annapurna Day 16 Morning; climb to Poon Hill (3200m.) for the wonderful mountain and sunrise.Ghorepani to Tirkhedhunga (1570m.)
Annapurna Day 17 Tirkhedhunga to Birethanti (1160m.)Birethanti to Pokhara (drive)/ Overnight in Pokhara Hotel.
Annapurna Day 18 Drive/fly back to Kathmandu or visit Chitwan National Park or Make River rafting trip in Trisuli river/Kaligandaki river or have a rest day in Pokhara.

THE ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY

Located within the Annapurna Conservation Area, the Annapurna Sanctuary trek offers both incredible mountain views and a chance to travel through scenic lowland villages. The bulk of the sanctuary is a gigantic glacier surrounded by 10 towering peaks each reaching above the height of 20,000ft forming an amphitheatre like structure. This trek offers the opportunity to experience the majesty of the Himalayas while staying at altitudes below 14,000ft. There will be several days spent in the Sanctuary, including trips to the Annapurna and Machhapuchhare Base Camps.

From Kathmandu you will board a bus to Pokhara for an overnight stay. The actual trek will start from a place called Phedi ("the bottom of Hill’s). From Phedi you will follow a ridge of Dhampus to reach the quaint mountain village.

From here you can get the first glimpse of Machhapuchhare and Annapurna (26,538ft). On the section of the trek below Chomrong you will walk through over hills, through villages of the area, and small lush forests on the way to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (12,201 ft/22,937ft). Spend 2 nights in Machhapuchhare Base Camp (12,201 ft). The 22,937ft high "Fish Tail Peak" of Machhapuchhare is considered one of the most beautiful mountains on Earth. From here it is on to the Annapurna Base Camp (13,431), site of Chris Bonington’s successful 1970 summit attempt. You can visit ancient Gurung and Magar villages on the Ghorepani Ridge, looking down towards the cascading Kaligandaki River and the deep gorge, one of the deepest in the world, it has carved out. After the magnificent splendour of the sunrise from Poon Hill you will proceed to Tikendhunga walking down through colourful Rhododendron forests, villages and terraced hills. The trek ends with a short drive to Pokhara.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Annapurna Day 1 Drive to Pokhara for 7 hours by tourists' bus. Night at Pokhara
Annapurna Day 2 A short drive for an half an hour to Phedi followed by a short walk to Potana.
Annapurna Day 3 Potana to Thorkha
Annapurna Day 4 Thorkha to Ghandruk
Annapurna Day 5 Ghandruk to Chomrong .
Annapurna Day 6 Chomrong to Dobang
Annapurna Day 7 Dobang to Deurali
Annapurna Day 8 Deurali to M.B.C
Annapurna Day 9 M.B.C to A.B.C
Annapurna Day 10 A.B.C to Himalayan Hotel
Annapurna Day 11 Himalayan Hotel to Chomrong Annapurna Day 12 Chomrong to Tadapani
Annapurna Day 13 Tadapani to Ghorepani 2853m. 9360ft
Annapurna Day 14 Morning walk to Poon Hill
Annapurna Day 15 Tirkhedhunga to Naya Pul

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THE ANNAPUPRNA CIRCLE

Annapurna Circuit is truly an extraordinary part of Nepal. The trek takes you from 1,500 ft/400 m to 18,000 feet/5,400 m and back. While on this trek you will meet ten different ethnic groups and pass through four different climate zones.

There is also a vast contrast in landscape and vegetation, and houses some of the most exotic flora & fauna and magnificent mountain scenery from any angle. You will also have a chance to walk through through quaint lowland villages, lush subtropical forests and the remote Manang region resembling the medieval era. Little wonder why this continues to be the most favoured trekking region in Nepal and perhaps in the world. Although this is the most popular trek in Nepal, be assured, as with all our trips, we always endeavour to choose secluded campsites away from the usual tourist areas.

Your efforts will be rewarded with the completion of this fantastic trek around the entire Annapurna massif. You will also make your way up to the Throng La pass at 5,416m, and cross down into another valley. The colours, landscape, and terrain are almost like those of Tibet. While on this trek you will be walking amongst the highest mountain peaks in the world. The trek while passing along the Kali Gandaki reveals the world’s deepest gorge and circle all the way down the other side of the valley and back into scattered lowland settlements and completing the circuit. All this will definitely leave you inspired, with a real sense of achievement. A relaxed night and day await you in the tranquil Lakeside town of Pokhara before returning to Kathmandu.

This trek starts from the small hillside town of Besisahar. The route then follows the entire length of the gorge up to Dharapani while exploring forests and villages and watching the mighty river cascading down the mountain. Beyond Dharapani you will finally enter the Himalayan valley. This part of your trek is one of the most beautiful; both sides of the path are watched over by snow-clad mountains. The southern part reveals the Annapurna range while at the north you can see the Manaslu range and the Manang valley nestles between the giants. At Manang you will have a day of rest and to get acclimatized to higher altitudes. This area is populated with Gurung people, a small community of Nepal by size of population. The next two days are challenging because of the crossing of Thorong La (5416m. /17760ft). The hard climb is rewarded with the welcoming temple of Muktinath (3843m). The descent starts beyond this point as you walk back down towards the Kaligandaki River and back up to the hot springs at Tatopani. A day of rest is in order at this amazing natural wonder. Another two days are required to reach Ghorepani (2834m. / 9295ft.). From here you will descend all the way down to Birethanti where our trek ends and continues to the serene lakeside town of Pokhara.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Annapurna Day 1 Bus to Besi Sahar, the starting point of the trek.
Annapurna Day 2 Trek to Bahundanda for the night, a village set on a long ridge at 1310m.
Annapurna Day 3 Bhaundanda to Chamje
Annapurna Day 4 Chamje to Dharapani
Annapurna Day 5 Dharapani to Chame.
Annapurna Day 6 Chame to Pisang
Annapurna Day 7 Pisang to Manang
Annapurna Day 8 Rest Day in Manang
Annapurna Day 9 Manang to Yak Kharka
Annapurna Day 10 Yak Kharka to Throng Phedi
Annapurna Day 11 Thorong Phedi to Muktinath
Annapurna Day 12 Muktinath to Jomsom via Kagbeni
Annapurna Day 13 Kagbeni to Tukuche
Annapurna Day 14 Tukuche to Ghasa
Annapurna Day 15 Ghasa to Tatopani – Hot Spring
Annapurna Day 16 Tatopani- day to relax
Annapurna Day 17 Tatopani to Shikha
Annapurna Day 18 Shikha to Ghorepani
Annapurna Day 19 Ghorepani to Trikhedhunga
Annapurna Day 20 Trikhedhunga to Nayapul followed by an easy drive to Pokhara

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