Annapurna Full Circuit Trek - 21 Days

Max Elevation: 1338 m, Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to the respective hotel. After freshening up, you’ll visit our office for a small meet up where your trekking guide will give a short briefing about the trip.

In the evening, you’ll join the welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurants in the heart of Kathmandu, Thamel.

Overnight at Kathmandu

After breakfast, you’ll proceed for sightseeing tours to the world heritage sites of Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. Your day tour ends at Kathmandu Durbar Square where you can visit living goddess Kumari Temple, Nautale Durbar, Kaal Bhairav Mandir, Swet Bhairav, and more.

In the evening, you’ll join the welcome dinner with Osho Vision team and fellow trekkers.

Overnight at Kathmandu.

Travel Duration: 7-8 hours

Max Elevation: 8,00 m

We begin our Annapurna Full Circuit trek with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar and continue to Khudi. We drive along the highway, following the side of a Trishuli river until Muglin.

After crossing Muglin, we follow the Marshyangdi river and drive past several Gurung and Magar villages to reach Besisahar, Lamjing.

We continue an hours drive to reach Khudi. The trail passes via the beautiful forest, where you will get the chance to observe the wildlife. After arrival in Khudi, you’ll visit Buddhists monasteries and local markets.

Overnight stay in Khudi.

Trek Duration: 6-7 hours

Max Elevation: 2,200 m, Sirung

We start our trekking journey from Khudi to Sirung passing via lush forests, waterfalls, suspension bridges along with rice paddies. You begin the walk in pleasant route but as you proceed further the trail becomes steep and challenging.

As we walk higher, the mountain views we see from Khudi become closer. On the way to Sirung, we come across an ethnic Tamang settlement, Tranche.

Enjoying the close-up views of Nadi Chuli and Manaslu we reach Sirung. This beautiful village offers a home-stay where we get an opportunity to learn the ethnic culture of this village.

From this village, we get a first glimpse of the gorgeous Manaslu range.

Overnight stay in Sirung.

Trek Duration: 6-7 hours

Max Elevation: 1,300 m, Jagat

On this day, we trek via subtropical forests and some culturally charming villages. Following the Marsyangdi river, we walk in an attractive landscape via litter towering waterfalls, forests, and villages. And finally, reach Syange. From here the climb becomes little tough until we reach Jagat.

Overnight at Jagat.

Trek Duration: 7-8 hours

Max Elevation: 1,960 m

Today we start our trek and make a steep climb to Chamje and further to Dharapani. We enter into the Manang region passing via fields of potatoes, corn, and barley. Further, the trail enters into the forests of bamboo and rhododendron.

First, you reach Tal village. It lies on a flat plain next to the sandy beach and river at the base of a large waterfall. We continue our trek after crossing a broad, flat valley. Then you climb a stone staircase and continue up and downhill till you reach Dharapani.

The day’s main highlight is you get a glimpse of a large group of donkey caravan.

Overnight at Dharapani.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

Max Elevation: 2,710 m

After breakfast at Dharapani, we continue our trek and walk past the stone entranced Chortens typical of the Tibetan influenced villages on the north.

We reach Bagarchhap that offers the antique flat-roofed stone houses of local Tibetan people.

Today’s trek rewards us with great views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV. Before we reach to Chame, we pass several hot springs along the way.

Further, walking on the rough and rocky trail, we gradually climb to Tyanga. After continuous walk for a few hours, we reach Chame, the headquarters of the Manang district. As we approach Chame, we notice two small hot springs by the town.

Overnight at Chame village.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

Max Elevation: 3,300 m

Today, the trek commences through deep forests into a steep and narrow valley and cross a river over a bridge. We’ll cross the river on suspension bridges several times. As the trail opens up, we’ll get the majestic view of snow-capped Himalayan peaks.

After crossing a bridge and climbing a short steep slope, we’ll see the fabulous sight of Paungda Danda.

Further, we continue our walk via the forests to reach Lower Pisang for an overnight stay.

Trek Duration: 6-7 hours

Max Elevation: 3,536 m

Today we’ll continue our trek via the upper part of the Manang district. Throughout the trial, we’ll see the great influence of Tibetan / Buddhists culture and traditions.

After a few hours walk, we reach the top and stop at a ridge to get the first view of Manang valley. This spot offers spectacular views of the valleys, Humde village and the magnificent peaks of Mt. Annapurna II, III, Tilicho peak, and Mt. Gangapurna.

We continue our walk via Braga village where the houses are traditionally built in Tibetan style. This village is famous for its monastery, which is one of the oldest in the region. Inside there are hundreds of Buddha statues, Thangka paintings, and the religious manuscripts.

Further continuing our walk for an hour, we reach Manang for an overnight stay.

Altitude sickness could be a severe problem in the mountain, so it’s important to take a day off. You’ll spend the day in Manang to acclimatize our body with the high altitude.

You’ll hike to Gangapurna Lake which is right in Manang’s backyard. Later, you’ll also hike to Vraga village and visit the Himalayan Rescue Association and learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.

Overnight stay at Manang.

Trek Duration: 3-4 hours

Max Elevation: 4,110 m

Today you leave Manang and Marsyangdi valley and enter the Jarsang Khola Valley. The trail heads towards the north and passes a few villages and then starts to gain elevation. This is the area of yak pastures where yaks and horses graze between the forests.

You reach Yak Kharka for an overnight stay.

Trek Duration: 3-4 hours

Max Elevation: 4,600 m

We begin our trek slowly at your own pace to get to Phedi. After an hour’s walk, you reach Ledar and continue the climb along the east bank of the Jorsang Khola. You’ll slowly descend and cross a stream on a wooden bridge.

Following a narrow path and admiring the wonderful views you head towards Thorong Phedi for an overnight stay.

Trek Duration: 8 hours

Max Elevation: 5,416 m, Thorong La Pass

Today is the big day as you’ll hike to one of the highest passes in the world, Thorong La Pass. From the top, the mountain views are amazing! Undoubtedly, this is one of the best vantage points to admire the massif Annapurna range.

After relishing on the natural Himalayan beauty, we walk downhill towards the sacred city of Muktinath. Rugged mountain landscapes and unparalleled views of Dhaulagiri, the world’s 7th highest mountain surround this holy temple.

Overnight stay at Muktinath.

Trek Duration: 4-5 hours

Max Elevation: 2,670 m

Early in the morning, we visit Muktinath Temple. This temple is important to both Hindus and Buddhist pilgrims. The place carries a great example of how two different religions can share the same holy spot with mutual respect and support.

After a spiritual tour, we descend toward Marpha. It is famous for its apple orchards and the Apple brandy.

Overnight stay at Marpha village.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

Max Elevation: 2,530 m

You continue your walk via a fascinating trail of Gandaki valley. Enjoying the beautiful mountain views and passing via many small villages like Tukuche, Kobang, Larjung, Kokkethathi, and Dhampu you’ll reach Kalopani.

On the way to Kalopani, you get a chance to notice a unique culture and lifestyle of different ethnic groups. While making our way to Kalopani, you’ll experience a wide variety of vegetation.

You pass some suspension bridges over Kali Gandaki river to reach another side of the river. Then you enter into pine forests and walk up and downhill to reach Kalopani for an overnight stay.

Trek Duration: 6-7 hours

Max Elevation: 1,200 m

Today our trek leads via some of the pristine natural panorama and remote human settlement of the western region. Enroute we pass via some Thakali village and witness some rich culture of Gurung and Thakali ethnic groups.

This is one of the fascinating parts of the trek as Kali Gandaki gorge is discovered- one of the deepest canyons on the earth. Kali Gandaki valley is a beautiful place to visit.

Further, following the trail downhill, you make your way to the hot springs of Tatopani. In today’s trek, you’ll also pass one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Nepal i.e., Rupse Chhahara.

Overnight stay at Tatopani.

Travel Duration: 7-8 hrs

Max Elevation: 2,850 m

Early in the morning, we head towards Ghar Khola valley leaving behind Kali Gandaki valley. The trail leads us via terraced farmland and pass Shikha and Chitre village and reach a beautiful rhododendron forest.

On the way to Ghorepani, you get great views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna on the north side. Ghorepani is one of the famous tourist destinations and important part of Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking route.

Overnight stay at Ghorepani.

Travel Duration: 7-8 hrs

Max Elevation: 3,210 m, Poon Hill

Early in the morning, you’ll hike to Poon Hill. It takes about an hour walking to get Poon Hill (3,210 m). From the top of the hill, you’ll get the best sunrise views over the Himalayan like Mt. Annapurna South, Mt. Hiunchuli, Mt. Nilgiri, Tukuche peak, Lamjung Himal, Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges, and Mt. Manaslu range.

After enjoying the panoramic view of soaring peaks, you descend from Poon Hill and hike to Tadapani. You will enjoy the lunch there and leave for Ghandruk village for the overnight stay.

Overnight stay at Tadapani.

Travel Duration: 1 hr drive

Trek Duration: 5-6 hrs

Max Elevation: 1,940 m, Ghandruk

After having breakfast at Ghandruk you will start exploring this beautiful Gurung village. In this village, you can visit the Gurung Museum. You‘ll get an opportunity to learn and see the lifestyle and culture of the Gurung people.

From this village, you’ll get fabulous views of snow-capped peaks. You then continue the trek to Nayapul from where we drive back to Pokhara.

Overnight at Pokhara.

After breakfast, with a final goodbye to Pokhara, you head towards Kathmandu. You’ll take a tourists bus which will take around 5-6 hours to reach Kathmandu.

Upon arrival at Kathmandu, you can either take rest at the hotel or stroll around the nearby places and do some shopping for your close ones. In the evening, you’ll have farewell dinner and celebrate the successful completion of this adventurous trek.

Today is the end of this adventure and time to say goodbye. A representative from Osho Vision will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure.

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