Trek Annapurna Circuit with Sherpa Wonders: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey
Nepal is home to some of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders, and there is no better way to experience them than by trekking the Annapurna Circuit. This iconic trek takes you through a diverse range of landscapes, from lush subtropical forests to high-altitude deserts, and offers stunning views of towering peaks like Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. And if you want to make the most of your journey, then booking with Sherpa Wonders is the way to go. Our experienced guides and porters will help you navigate this unforgettable trail, giving you a deeper appreciation of the culture, history, and natural beauty of the Himalayas.
1 – KATHMANDU ARRIVAL DAY
Elevation: 1,350m/4,428ft
Accommodation: Local hotel
Welcome to Nepal and the start of our adventure!
We will be on hand to greet you upon your arrival and be with you every step of the way until the adventure ends. After transferring you to your hotel in Kathmandu, depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening at your leisure. We’ll have a final briefing in the evening and then turn in early in advance of a big day tomorrow.
DAY 2 - KATHMANDU TO GAJAT VIA BESISAHAR
Elevation: 1300m /4265ft
Driving Distance: 9 to 12 hours
Accommodation: Local hotel
Our journey starts with a lengthy drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar, the starting point of Annapurna conservation area, we will have lunch break here before driving the second part of bumpy road to Jagat. Depending on the weather, you’ll catch your first glimpse of snow-capped mountain scenery, along the way to Beshisahar up the valley to Gajat, where we will pass through many nice little settlements along the way to the Marshyangdi valley. Gajat is our final distention for today.
DAY 3 TREK TO DHARAPANI
Elevation; 1860 m/6103 ft
Walking Distance: (6 to 7 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
On the first day of the trek, we will leave Gajat in the morning, and the trek will lead slightly down to the river and across the suspension bridge where we begin the traditional trek. To the sides of our trek you will see the road to Manang and beautiful waterfalls, Tall is one of the beautiful little touristic townships, where we will have nice launch break, after lunch break our trek will start up the valley to Dharapani where mostly we will walk on road until we finally we reach Dharapani where we will stay overnight.
DAY 4 – TREK TO CHAME
Elevation: 2710 m/ 8891ft
Walking Distance: (7 to 8 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
After our breakfast we will set off to Chame through many of the beautiful little settlementsalong the way. During the early morning we will pass through the Baggarchap and our trek will lead uphill to Timang following the jungle path, where we will have a chance to see wild animals like monkeys and the various birds for those bird lovers. Our trek will then continue until we stop for lunch at Tanchok. After lunch we will trek to Chame the capital city of the Manang district, During the afternoon trek, you will feel like part of the Buddhist community as we will be surrounded my many Buddhist monuments and artifacts
DAY 5 – TREK TO PISSANG
Elevation: 2,710m/7,090 ft
Walking Distance: 13 km (5 to 6 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
On today’s trek we will pass through the beautiful forested ridges on our way to Chame. Chame is the headquarters of the Manang District. The local people of followed the Nepal-Tibet trade route a long time ago, and settled here, therefore you will see a lot of Tibetan influence on the cultures and buildings. Throughout the trek we get to admire amazing views of the Himalayas including Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV as we cross a pair of burbling hot springs where we can dip in and soothe our aching muscles before our overnight stay in the local tea house.
DAY 6 - CHAME TO PISANG
Elevation: 3,250 m/10,660 ft
Walking Distance: 13 km (5 to 6 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
Through a very dense forest, we will pass a dramatic curved rock face, rising 1,500m from the river which is considered the steepest part of the Marshyangdi Valley. Our trail to Pisang is definitely not a boring one! After passing the last bit of the rock, the valley opens up with majestic panorama views. We’ll also be treated to spectacular views of the soaring Paungda Danda, a massive 1,500m tall rock face rises above the trail. We continue our trek for a bit to Lower Pisang where we spend the night. Overnight stay in Tea house.
DAY 7 - PISANG TO MANANG
Elevation: 3,540 m/11,600 ft
Walking Distance: 15 km (6 to 7 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
Today’s trail offers excellent views of the beautiful landscape and the mighty mountains including Annapurna and Pisang. We’re moving through the higher portion of Manang, which you will notice a contrast in the landscape and vegetation. With natural shield from the Annapurnas mountain range, the land receives little monsoon rain and the cold and dry climate also creates a much harsher environment. There are two routes to Manang; either through Hongde, with a little less climbing, or Ghyaru, which has more picturesque views.
But either way will still bring us to the scenic village of Manang where we will stay for the night. Overnight stay in Tea house.
DAY 8 - MANANG: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY
Rest Day
Elevation: 3,540 m/11,600 ft
Accommodation: Tea house
Today we’ll have a much-needed acclimatization rest day! Manang is the perfect spot with its beautiful natural setting and we’ll keep our legs stretched with some scenic, peaceful day walks around the village. Overnight stay in Tea house.
DAY 9 - MANANG TO YAK KHARKA
Elevation: 4,050 m/13,290 ft
Walking Distance: 10 km (3 to 4 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
After a day of rest, we continue to move forward. Our trail ascends steeply and continues to climb out of the Marshyangdi Valley turning northwest up the valley of Jarsang Khola. We move past the tall trees towards the alpine grass and junipers and reach Yak Kharka at 4,000m in altitude. With its serene environment, Yak Kharka is the perfect place for us to
spend the night. Overnight stay in Tea house.
DAY 10 - YAK KHARKA TO THORONG HIGH CAMP
Elevation: 4833 m/15856 ft
Walking Distance: 10 km (4 to 5 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
The trail starts with an uphill walk for about two hours before descending to cross the river and it will be all the way uphill again until we reach Thorong Phedi where we will take a break after climbing to our last tea house throng high camp, getting at high camp it’s very helpful to get early to the top of throng pass. Today’s trail might be tough but we will be rewarded with one of the best views of Gundang, Syagang, Thorung Peak and Khatungkan. Sighting of blue sheep and snow leopards have been reported a few times in the area. We will get a full night rest to prepare for a long day tomorrow. Overnight stay in Tea house
DAY 11 - THORONG HIGH CAMP TO MUKTINATH VIA THORUNG
LA PASS
Elevation: 3,800 m/12,460 ft via Thorung La Pass 5,416 m/17,800 ft
Walking Distance: 16 km (7 to 8 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
We’ll start the trek extremely early at 4am to reach Thorung La pass – one of the highest passes in the world before 10am. The elevation at the pass is at 5,416m therefore the strong wind in the day can be risky & dangerous so it’s necessary for us to climb as early as possible. It’s a steep climb but our entire hard walk will be rewarded by the beautiful views of Annapurna, Gangapurna and a heavily glaciated peak of Khatungkang. The trail becomes less steep and enters grassy fields as we descent and to finally reach Muktinath – means “place of Nirvana”. It is a place sacred to Hindus and Buddhists and it is said that pilgrims visiting the temple there are relieved of all sorrows. Overnight stay in Tea
house.
DAY 12 - MUKTINATH TO JOMSOM
Elevation: 2,720 m/8,923 ft
Walking Distance: 15 km (6 to 7 hours)
Accommodation: Tea house
From Muktinath, we follow a path of the Jomsom trek where we’ll see utterly different landscape background as Mustang happens to be a desert of Nepal with arid and dry terrestrial. We leave Muktinath and descend down to Kagbeni and continue to move downwards to reach Jomsom, Kali Gandaki valley. It is also the administrative headquarter of Mustang and the windy valley of Nepal. Overnight stay in Tea house.
DAY 13 - FLY TO POKHARA
Elevation: 820 m/2,690 ft
Flight Distance: 19 minutes
Accommodation: Local hotel
Today will mark the last day of our trek with an early flight back to Pokhara. Flights from Jomsom takes off early to skip any uncertainty of wind and weather. Overnight in Pokhara and depending on the time you arrived, you may have time to do more sightseeing, relax, or check out one of the Pokhara’s coffee shops.
DAY 14 - POKHARA SIGHTSEEING BOATING
Elevation: 820 m/2690 ft
Accommodation: Local hotel,
This is your relaxing day where you can use your valuable time foe explore in lake city Pokhara, too many offers for you to chill out and hangout here in Pokhara as much as you want, go to peace stupa, Siva statue and lake boating, before you leave Pokhara
DAY 15 – POKHARA TO KATHMANDU, DRIVE OR FLIGHT
Elevation -13
Driving hour 9/10 hours / Flight 25 minutes 40m
We will take an early morning bus back to Kathmandu or you will take short flight to Kathmandu as your requirement, we will arrange for you any of bus or flight (if you want to take flight the flight fare will additional coat will add for you) You’ll be transferred to your hotel upon reaching and enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening at your leisure to catch up on your much-needed rest. Otherwise, you have the entire capital at your fingertips for sightseeing before you depart tomorrow. Your conquest of the Himalayas is complete! We’ll meet up one last time for a celebratory dinner at one of the town’s finest Nepalese
restaurants.
DAY 16 – KATHMANDU: DEPARTURE DAY
It’s your last day in Nepal! Grab some breakfast and take in some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu before we’ll say our goodbyes and bid you farewell. We’ll make sure you arrive at the Airport with plenty time before your flight home and have everything you need to leave well!
Embarking on the Annapurna Circuit with Sherpa Wonders is an experience like no other. You'll be immersed in the beauty of the Himalayas, travel through diverse landscapes, and get an authentic taste of Nepali culture. Our experienced guides and porters will be with you every step of the way, ensuring your safety, comfort, and enjoyment. Don't miss this chance to create unforgettable memories on one of the world's most iconic treks!
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