Discover the Annapurna Circuit Trek, a breathtaking journey through diverse landscapes, traditional villages, and the iconic Thorong La Pass (5,416m). Experience stunning mountain views, rich culture, and adventure in Nepal’s Himalayas. Annapurna circuit trek is one of the most well-known treks in the world, it is renowned for its breathtaking vistas of the Annapurna summit, dramatic deep canyons, bleak high mountain routes, hot springs, Buddhist and Hindu temples, charming farming communities, and amazing overlooks (Poon Hill). This amazing Annapurna Trek takes you to the charming settlement, which is home to a diverse range of people from various cultural backgrounds and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas. The scenery is similarly stunning from the high and arid Tibetan Plateau to the north of the major Himalayan range.
Your guide, from your arrival in Kathmandu until your departure, is responsible for the success of your trip and oversees your team. Do not hesitate to ask him questions, respect his position as the team leader, and above all follow his advice! Often your guide is the only English-speaking member of the team. In the mountains and, especially during high-altitude travels, your guide is responsible for the group's safety. The instructions and remarks he gives to all participants must be carefully followed. The interest and safety of the trekking group must be preserved, even when it may be to the detriment of an individual member of the group.
The traditional Nepali Dal Bhat comes with an unlimited refill option, making it one of the most popular dishes to consume on the trek..
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One of our officials will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, upon your arrival. We will take you to the hotel in our private tourist vehicle. Pre-trip meeting will be done and you will meet with your trip guide. Make sure to confirm your queries about trekking in the mountains and gear check up
Kathmandu, the vibrant capital of Nepal, is a city steeped in history, culture, and spiritual richness. A Kathmandu sightseeing tour offers a fascinating journey through ancient temples, bustling markets, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites that reflect Nepal's deep-rooted Hindu and Buddhist traditions. we visit most of UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as monkey temple,boudhanath ,kathandu darbar square,pasupatinath temple.
We will start our trek by driving to Dharapani from Kathmandu via Besi sahar in a vehicle after having breakfast. We will drive on a concrete paved road from Kathmandu to besi sahar for 6 to 7 hours. After that, the road becomes bumpy and winding, and we will drive on a dirt road for approximately 4 to 5 hours to reach dharapani . The total drive for the day will be around 10 to 11 hours
We leave Dharapani and follow the trails through the forests with pine, fir, oak, and maple trees along the Marsyangdi river to reach Chame - the district headquarters of Manang district. You will find yourself surrounded by the green forests around and over you, and as you look up, you will see remarkable views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV (7,525m). We will also stop by a small hot spring for a short rest.
This day, after breakfast, we walk through a steep and narrow valley to have our first view of a massive rock wall - the Paungda Danda Rock, considered very sacred by the local people. The Paungda Danda Rock is a curved rock face rising 1500m from the Marshyandi river. From the trails, we also see clear views of Annapurna II in the south and Pisang Peak in the northeast. Then our path descends taking us to the Manang Valley floor into the Pisang village, where we will spend our night.
On our 5th day, we will be trekking on the upper trails through Upper Pisang via Geru, from where we can catch outstanding views of the north face of Annapurna II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho, and Pisang Peak. As the path ascends, you will feel the air turn cold, dry, and harsher. This trail goes through the Tibetan settlements, and we get a chance to explore Buddhist culture. We will not miss visiting Barge Monastery, the largest monastery in Manang. You will find that the path is dotted with Buddhist shrines as we pass more monasteries and finally reach Manang bazaar- an area that caters to tourists.
We will be acclimatizing on this day. However, we will remain busy throughout the day exploring Manang village. In the morning, we will hike up to Ice Lakes, and spend the rest of the day soaking in the magnificent views of Annapurna III, Tilicho, Pisang, and Chulu Peaks. In the afternoon, we may visit the Himalayan Rescue Association in Vraja village, where we will be briefed about acute mountain sickness, its symptoms, and prevention methods.
after breakfast at manang we start the trek though the tenki manang from where the tails split to tilicho lake and regular trail to yak kharka after yak karka within a 20 minutes we arrived to ledar we stop lunch camp for day.
You will walk uphill from Ledar to reach Thorong High Camp. Thorong High Camp is the last hamlet before the Thorong La Pass. While walking uphill, you will see mesmerizing views of several mountains - including Gudang, Syagang, Khatungkan, and Thorong Peak.
Today's trek will be the most challenging part of this trip, as we will be crossing Thorong La Pass – one of the highest passes in the world. It is also the highest point of the trek. To avoid the afternoon wind, we wake up at Thorong Phedi at 3 am and push ourselves against high altitude and icy air. When you reach the Thorong La Pass, just by seeing the incredible scenery, you will feel that nature has paid back your efforts handsomely. From here, you can see the Himalayan peaks extending to Tibet in the north, and if you look back, you will see Annapurna standing proud and tall. We descend from Thorong La Pass to reach Muktinath – a sacred site for Hindus and Buddhists. The Buddhist name for Muktinath is Chumig Ghasa, which means Hundred Waters in Tibetan. And, of course, Muktinath hosts 108 stone sprouts through which flows the icy cold water of Kali Gandaki. In addition to the water sprouts, you will also see the eternal flame at Muktinath, which has been burning there for more than 2000 years.
today we trek though the view of dhaulagri mountain via kangbeni then lunch at jomsom after 4 hours of trek. after lunch we walk to marpha village which take 2 hours we stop at marpha over night we could explore the typical village and ancient monastery.
the drive roads leads to lete, besi hot spring. it does take around 8-9 hours
9-10 hours of adventurous tourist bus ride to ktm
one of the officials will take you airport on tourist vehicle
Our team guides, porters, and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.
Below is a recommended list of gear and equipment for Annapurna Circuit Trek with ice lake-14 days. Most items can be purchased or rented in Kathmandu.
This trek combines the classic Annapurna Circuit with a rewarding side trip to Ice Lake (4,600m) near Manang. The Ice Lake hike offers incredible views of Annapurna II, III, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak.
The full Annapurna Circuit can take 14 to 20 days, depending on the starting point and itinerary. The Ice Lake side trip adds a day hike from Manang.
It is a moderate to strenuous trek. The trail involves high altitudes, including the Thorong La Pass (5,416m). The Ice Lake side trip is a steep, challenging ascent best done after proper acclimatization.
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Spring (March to May): Blooming rhododendrons and clear skies Autumn (September to November): Stable weather, great mountain views Avoid monsoon (June–August) due to landslides, and winter (Dec–Feb) due to snow and cold.
Yes. The trek ascends above 5,000 meters. Proper acclimatization, especially with rest days in Manang, is critical. Ice Lake is a good acclimatization hike before Thorong La.
Ice Lake (Kicho Tal) is located at approximately 4,600 meters (15,092 ft) above sea level.
The trek is not in a restricted area, so solo trekking is allowed. However, hiring a guide or porter is recommended for safety, support, and navigation.
Teahouses and lodges are available throughout the route. Food includes dal bhat, noodles, momos, pasta, pancakes, soups, and tea/coffee. Options are more varied in larger villages like Manang and Muktinath.
It’s a steep, high-altitude day hike taking around 5–7 hours round trip from Manang. Though tough, it's a highly rewarding acclimatization hike with stunning scenery.
Yes, there is mobile coverage in many parts of the circuit, and some teahouses offer Wi-Fi, although connections may be slow at higher altitudes.
yes travel insurance is necessary
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