Annapurna Circuit Trekking Trip Fact

Duration

19 Days

Trip Grade

Moderate to Strenuous

Max Height

5416M

Start/End

Kathmandu

Transportation

Flights and private Bus

Per day walking

5 to 8 hours

Best Season

Oct-Dec / Mar-May

Type of Trek:

Teahouse / Tent

Trip Overview

The popular Annapurna Circuit Trek is also well known as a Round Annapurna Trek. This is a magnificent trek in the Annapurna region that follows the Marshyangdi River from the subtropical lowlands to the Manang village and then crosses the Thorung La (5416m) by descending via Muktinath and trail heading beside of kaliGandaki River ( Dana village) which is  Deepest Gorge in the world.

The circuit of the Annapurna range is rich for the lush green rice paddies of the Marshyangdi to the arid high-altitude Himalayan interior, and its ecological and cultural diversity provides the complete trekking experience. The common pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists, Muktinath Temple is the sacred highlight of the latter half of the trek. As you hike along the way, observing the beautiful mountain scenery and fascinating village life will keep you enthralled, day after day.

Trek start Elevation: 760 m.
Activity: Trekking and sightseeing

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