Friday, August 5, 2016

Trekking Guide to the Annapurna Circuit

Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Annapurna Circuit Trek is the second most popular trekking route in Nepal after the base camp trek to Mount Everest. Mount Annapurna and Everest has international reputation among the trekkers all over the world but with the trekking features, trekking to Mount Annapurna is more prefered.

The extraordinary mountain landscapes, biodiversity, pristine himalayan peaks and diverse culture, trekking to Annapurna circuit is getting popular as it is the classical trekking path in the world. Annapurna circuit trek covers the four hilly areas of Nepal Lamjung, Myagdi, Mustang and Manang where Lamjung and Myagdi are the beautiful lower region and Mustang, Manang are higher region. circumambulating the entire Annapurna massif including Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, Gangapurna, Lamjung, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, the trekking provides you to hike to the highest peak in Annapurna region; Thorung La Pass (5416m),  visit Muktinath Temple and sunrise views from Ghorepani Poon Hill (3210m).

Annapurna Circuit Trekking Itinerary

Annapurna Circuit Trek Map

Annapurna Circuit Trek Map


Places to Visit
Manang
Gangapurna Lake
Thorong La Pass
Jomsom Muktinath
Marpha, Mustang
Ghorepani Poon Hill

Trekking Seasons
Pre Monsoon (March to May) and Post Monsoon (September to November) are the best seasons for trekking to Annapurna Circuit. Trekking during monsoon is also recommended. But during the winter season, the highest elevation Thorong La pass receive snowfall which may block the path but lower elevations remain clear and dry.

What to Bring/Annapurna Circuit Packing List
Hiking Clothes and gear
Pair of hiking boots
Soft and Light shoes
Lightweight Knapsack
Lightweight sleeping bag
Fabric band-aids
1 pair Hiking pants
1 Long Sleeve shirt
1 Short Sleeve Shirt
2 Pairs of Socks
1 pair of underwear Sun hat
Gloves
Raincoat
Sunglasses
Trekking poles
Backpack
Camera and Extra battery
Plug adapter
Water bottle

Toiletries
Soap
Shampoo
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Sunscreen
Lip balm with SPF
First aid kit



Cost and Permits
You need to obtain a permit for Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP)
SAARC Nationals – Rs. 200 (Approx. US $2)
Non-SAARC Nationals – Rs. 2,000  (Approx. US $20)
For trip cost, please email us info@nepalfootprintholiday.com.

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