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Annapurna Circuit Trek Accelerated

Duration: 15 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 250 - 500 m ascent per day

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> Natural hot springs in Tatopani
> Stunning sunrise from Poon Hill
> Glorious views on the Annapurna range

The Annapurna Circuit Trek stands out as the most renowned trekking circuit in Nepal. With some of the tallest mountains on the planet, cascading glaciers, and a remarkable variety of landscapes, this trek encapsulates the essence of trekking in Nepal. It takes more than two weeks to complete, with charming tea houses for accommodation.

What sets the Annapurna Circuit apart? It's the perfect fusion of culture, adventure, and wilderness. Along the route, you'll pass through serene Hindu and Buddhist villages with impressive gompas, stupas, and mani stones. As you ascend, the surrounding mountains become more rugged. The absolute highlight of this trek is reaching Thorung La, standing at 5416 meters, making it one of the world's highest trekking passes. Towards the end of the journey, you can relax in the Tatopani hot springs and ascend Poon Hill, offering breathtaking views of the Annapurna Massif.

Itinerary

Day

Drive to Bhulbhule

Our trekking guide will come to pick you up at your hotel about 7 AM in the morning, we then drive along the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway to Dumre and then follow the narrow and paved road by the Marsyangdi River to Besisahar. We then drive to Bhulbhule where you will spend the night at an hotel.

Bhulbhule

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Trek to Chamje

Duration: 08:00 h

Distance: 21.5 km

Ascent: 1000 m

Descent: 460 m

After breakfast we start trekking to Chamje. This will take us about 7-8 hours. The trail goes flat for the first part then climbs steeply. The path is cut into the sheer cliff-face some 200-300m above the riverbed. Eventually we descend to the stone village of Jagat (1330m) situated on a shelf which juts into the precipitous Marsyangdi valley. Here the trail goes up and down to Chamje through the forests.

Chamje

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Trek to Bagarchhap

Duration: 06:20 h

Distance: 14.3 km

Ascent: 980 m

Descent: 240 m

As we move past narrow and steep valleys, through rhododendron, pine and bamboo forests, in the rocky folds of a mountain, we come across a bridge that takes us to a quick ascent and finally atop a climb to reveal a widening valley. After reaching the village of Tal, we have to move across barley, wheat and potato farms for a while before we reach Dharapani. From there we turn west through the fir and pine forests to reach Bagarchhap.

Bagarchhap

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Included

Pick up and transfer to and from airport

If needed, your transfers from and to the airport are included.
Transfers

All necessary transfers (bus, taxi, flights, etc.) as described in the programme are included.
Staying in Lodge or Guest House during the trek

During the trek, we stay in lodges or teahouses. These are simple in nature, but fully equipped. Do not expect too much luxury.
English speaking guide and a porter

One porter per two trekkers. This way you don’t have to carry your complete equipment yourself. The guide speaks English.
Salary, food, insurance, and accommodation for guide and porter

The total amount covers not only your own basics, but also those of your guide and porter. No unpleasant surprises.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared during the trek. The meals are basic, but will give you enough energy for your appetite. Fruit is also available after each meal.
Coffee and Tea

Coffee and tea are also organized by the trekking company. Every morning fresh coffee and tea are made. There are scheduled breaks to enjoy this.
Permit and TIMS

The total amount includes costs for the permits needed for the Annapurna Circuit Trek. This also applies to the TIMS Card, to the Trekkers Information Management System.
Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags

In order to pull in the Himalayas as prepared as possible, it is important to bring a good down jacket and sleeping bag. These are provided by your trekking company.
T-Shirt & Route Map

We also have a t-shirt and a route map for you. Not only are they ideal for trekking, but they are also beautiful souvenirs.
Assistant Guide for a Group of over 6 People

If your group is larger than 6 people, we will take an extra assistant guide with you to support you.
Altitude Sickness & First Aid Kit

The guides carry an altitude sickness kit to monitor your pulse rate, oxygen saturation, and heart rate twice a day (very useful for monitoring the symptoms of altitude sickness (AMS) at altitude).
Bus to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu

The bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back is included in the total price of this trekking.
Hotel stay in Pokhara

During your stay in Pokhara, you will stay in a hotel.

Excluded

Visa for Nepal

Your trekking company will not take responsibility for the travel visa for Nepal. This should be organized by yourself. Contact your local Nepalese embassy for the latest visa information.
Flights to and from Nepal

The total amount is also exclusive of flights to and from Nepal. To get an idea of which airlines are flying on Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), have a look online.
Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast

Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.
Personal expenses

All personal expenses such as drinks at the bar, washing and other similar expenses are for your own account.
Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers adventures at a high altitude. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before you travel to Nepal.
Tipping

Tips for guides and porters are exclusive. 10% of the total amount is an excellent target price, but the final amount is up to you.
Desserts, Hot Shower, Hot Water, Mineral Water and Wi-Fi

Certain luxuries such as desserts, a hot shower, hot running water, bottles of mineral water and Wi-Fi should be missed during a typical trek in the Himalayas. The water we encounter along the way is drinkable and is heated or boiled by us.

Destinations

Trekking Type

Annapurna Circuit Trek Accelerated

Itinerary

Drive to Bhulbhule

Bhulbhule

Trek to Chamje

Chamje

Trek to Bagarchhap

Bagarchhap

Included

Pick up and transfer to and from airport

Transfers

Staying in Lodge or Guest House during the trek

English speaking guide and a porter

Salary, food, insurance, and accommodation for guide and porter

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Coffee and Tea

Permit and TIMS

Down Jacket and Sleeping Bags

T-Shirt & Route Map

Assistant Guide for a Group of over 6 People

Altitude Sickness & First Aid Kit

Bus to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu

Hotel stay in Pokhara

Excluded

Visa for Nepal

Flights to and from Nepal

Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast

Personal expenses

Travel Insurance Including Repatriation

Tipping

Desserts, Hot Shower, Hot Water, Mineral Water and Wi-Fi

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