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Most Trekkers around the world know about the Himalayas as many of them have already set out foot in the Everest region. With its fame and appeal, the Everest region draws lots of tourists. As all of the adventurers know, the Everest region has a lot to offer in addition to the Everest base camp journey. You could spend several weeks or even a month exploring the Everest region by indulging in different adventure activities.
Besides the Everest region, many of the trekkers don't have much interest in exploring the other regions in the Himalayas. Doing that, they might be missing many of the opportunities in the Himalayas. We want to let you know that there are two regions in the Himalayas next to the Everest region that will provide you with a huge sensation of adventure. They are the Annapurna and Manaslu regions located in the western region of Nepal.
Exactly, you will be journeying not only in one of the regions but in both of the regions. You will be doing both Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit treks in this stunning 27-day journey. This journey will take you to Larkya La Pass (5,160 m) and Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) which are the highest passes in the Himalayas, making it a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for the trekkers. Moreover, the opportunity to view more than thirty gigantic mountains including the eighth- and tenth-highest summits in the world, Mt. Manaslu (8163m) and Mt. Annapurna (8091m) is the feature that trekkers are not going to miss.
Therefore, combining the Annapurna and Manaslu Circuit treks is an appealing choice for people looking for an extended and challenging trip. We are certain that the experienced trekkers will enjoy a broad mix of terrain, heights, and spectacular mountain panoramas on this epic adventure that connects the two treks by an off-the-beaten track. Lastly, we would like to mention that it provides a tremendous sense of success and allows seeing some of the most magnificent regions of the Nepalese Himalayas while immersing yourself in the local culture.
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Himalayas, Nepal
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March-May September -December
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Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit Trek – Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Hello and Namaste! Right after you arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport, one of our representatives will pick you up from there and then take you to the welcoming hotels in Kathmandu. After reaching the hotel you will freshen up yourself and rest for a while. Then after taking a rest, get ready for an overview of your excursion from our guide. Here, you are encouraged to ask any questions you may have as we go through the specifics of our Manaslu and Annapurna circuit trip during this brief conversation.
After completing this short discussion we will then get ready to have a welcome meal at one of the authentic Nepali restaurants around the city. Enjoying the cultural dance performance you can try those delicate Nepali meals with your friends. After finishing the meal, we will transfer you to your respective hotels where you will stay overnight.
You'll have a beautiful day today in a valley. Immediately following breakfast, we'll begin our day's journey to the city. It takes over half a day to go to the key sights in the Kathmandu Valley, all of which are reachable by private vehicle. On our journey, we'll make special visits to four historic sites that UNESCO has recognized as World Heritage Sites. The main locations of the visit will include Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swoyambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Another option that you could choose is to go to Patan Durbar Square.
We'll spend hours exploring and admiring the landscape of these places before returning to our office to prepare our clothing, packing list, and supplies for the trek tomorrow. If anything more has to be included, you can find out from a guide before making any additional arrangements. After finishing all of the preparation, you may relax and enjoy your time at one of the surrounding cafés or restaurants. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Today we will set out on a lengthy drive to Machha Khola from Kathmandu. Previously, we had to set off to Soti Khola first, but now you can directly go to Machha Khola and start the trek there. On this driving journey, we will pass through various hilly landscapes on the famous Prithvi highway of the country. We will leave the Dhading District and as we drive through it, we will start to see mountain peaks in the distance. After a few hours of travel, we will descend to Ankhu Khola and eventually reach Arughat, where we will meet the Budhi Gandaki River. After taking a western route along the Budi Gandaki riverbank, we shall reach Machha Khola. Overnight at the lodge in Machha Khola.
We are starting the Manaslu circuit trek today. First, we'll start by going up to the river after passing through the gorge. Here above the forest, you can hear monkeys playing where the gurung village is further located. You will pass through towns like Khorlabesi, Tatopani, Dovan, Thulo Dhunga, and eventually the 1400m-high cultural village of Jagat as you continue along the path. Also on this day, you get to pass through the lovely village of Tatopani where you get to enjoy a bath in the natural hot spring. Mainly on this first day of the route, you will witness the first Tibetan-influenced settlements. Overnight at the lodge in Jagat.
Following the first day of trekking to Jagat, today's path will pass through a rocky area where you may see the Shringi Himal for the first time. We'll first go over the suspension bridge and through the forests. Then after some time, we will arrive in Doban by following the carved trail in the rock. While passing through the trails, we also get a fantastic chance to see eagles and other several birds in addition to the beautiful waterfalls. Following the trail further, we will climb up to Deng where we will be residing for the day by setting up the camp.
We'll start our day off with a hearty breakfast today. First, we will carry along the path that follows the Budhi Gandaki River. After several ascends and descends, we then travel through lovely forests, enjoy breathtaking waterfall vistas, and eventually arrive at the charming town of Rana. Further, the next part of our journey will take us through a pine forest, over a bridge, and onto Bihi Phedi. Here, you'll start to see Mani walls embracing you as soon as you pass it. As you explore the surroundings, you will eventually cross another bridge and arrive at Ghap Village. Overnight at the lodge in Ghap village.
Today, we will cross the Budhi Gandaki River once again and reach a region with a variety of fauna, including pheasants and monkeys. Along the way, we'll stop in Namrung village for a lovely lunch while taking in the breathtaking vistas of Shring Himal and Ganesh Himal. Additionally, we'll walk along the magnificent Hinan River, which originates from the Linda Glacier. From here we will advance our walk to Sho. And finally, after a few hours of walking, we reached Lho Gaon to spend the night.
In the early morning at Lho, you will get a wonderful opportunity to watch the beautiful panorama of Naike Peak, Manaslu, and Manaslu North. After that, you will have breakfast and continue along the route. Taking in the wonderful views and moving along the forest you will reach Shyala Village. From this point on, we are going to cross a waterway that will help to exit across onto Punggen Glacier. By traversing it, we will get to Samagaon and see Mount Manaslu up close. Mainly on this day, you'll go through several little Tibetan villages along with the Ribung Gompa, giving you the chance to learn about Tibetan customs and cultures. Overnight at the teahouse in Samagaon.
Our Manaslu and Annapurna circuit trek's first acclimatization day is today. So today, we are going to stay in Samagaon to give our bodies time to become acclimated to the thinner air at a greater altitude. Even though we're referring to it as a rest day, we won't be relaxing the entire time. Instead, we'll be exploring the surrounding areas. You may choose from a variety of locations to explore, it includes Pungyen Gompa, Glacial Lake Birendra Tal, and the Manaslu Base Camp Trail. You will return to Samagaon for an overnight stay after selecting any of the alternatives to visit.
After spending two nights in Sama Gaun, we'll have breakfast here in the morning before hiking down to the bank of the Budhi Gandaki River. After descending to cross the Budi Gandaki River, we will come to the trail intersection for Birendra Tal and Manaslu Base Camp. From here, we soon pass the river bridge and begin the ascent of a challenging slope. As soon as we arrive at Samdo Village, we start to notice the picturesque views of Mount Manaslu, Shringi Himal, and Ngadi Chuli as well as the Tibetan refugees' settlement. Finally, before making it to Samdo for an overnight stay, we'll visit the surrounding area and the nearby hill.
Today's early-morning stroll will begin with a descent through lovely meadows until we traverse the river on a wooden bridge to reach Larka Bazaar. The ascent to Larkya La pass will begin from here as we pass through the old Mani wall. As you get closer to Larkye Pass, you'll witness several historical sites along the way. Also, you'll get some amazing views of Larke Glacier while trekking. After we've finally reached Dharmasala, we will go for lunch and then walk to Larkya Phedi to get used to the surroundings. Overnight at the Larkya rest house in Dharmasala.
One of the most awaited days of the Manaslu and Annapurna circuit trip is today. Today, we're going to one of the highest lookout points, the Larkya La Pass. To accomplish this section, we will continue our climb. We will eventually descend to the ice-covered lakes by following the steep route until we reach Larkya la Pass, which is marked by prayer flags. From here, you will get unrivaled views of Himlung Himal, Kanguru, Annapurna II, and Cheo Himal. After enjoying each moment at this ultimate spot, we shall descend to Bhimtang. With the lovely views of the mountains and moraines, it would take us around three hours to descend. Overnight at the teahouse in Bhimtang.
We will go to Dharapani today by walking through various sceneries. As we pass by the Bhimtang glacier's base, we'll take pictures of the breathtaking scenery. Together with the stunning mountain vistas, we will also observe the amazing prayer flags fluttering. We will continue via the fir forest to Yak field and finally to Gho. Then we continue via the settlement of Tilche, the Dudh Khola River, and ultimately Thonche, which denotes the completion of the Manaslu circuit trek. After passing the Marshyangdi River, we will finally arrive at Dharapani to spend the night at the lodge.
Today after having breakfast we will start our new journey towards the Annapurna circuit. First, from Dharapani, we will go through the forests of Bagarchaap which is a village styled in Tibetan architecture. From here, the height gently rises until it reaches the apple land of Dhanaqui. From this point on, the journey passes through farms of apple and apricot orchards with superb views of Annapurna. Following Dhanaqui, you will cross a suspension bridge and then gradually ascent to Temang and then descend to Koto village. And walking short from Koto village you will finally reach Chame village. The Chame village is the administrative center of the Manang village. Overnight at the lodge in Chame village.
From Chame, you will embark on a trek today that will lead you through a beautiful forest of rhododendrons and pine trees. Going through a few ups and downs on this path you will then reach Bratang. Finally, the journey will continue from this point along a steady ascent to a bridge. After crossing it, a short, steep climb through a pine forest will lead you to the top of Pisang village's ridge. From this ridge, a slow descent through trees and views of Chulu Peak and Pisang Peak will finally lead you to Pisang Village where you will stay overnight.
After this day, the trek will take you past Pisang village and provide you with continuous views of the high hills covered in snow. Today first from Pisang Village, the walk will take you sharply up for 30 minutes, giving you the best views of the valley. You will get breathtaking views of Pisang, Gangapurna, Chulu, Annapurna II, and III from this location.
From this point, you will go to Hongdre by walking downhill and along a mellow trail. As you proceed down the path and cross the village, you will then get close to the village of Braga. Spend some time here seeing the Braga Monastery, where you may see antiques, statues, Thankas, and old manuscripts. After exploring this locale, you proceed to Manang, which is only a one-hour walk away. Overnight at the lodge in Manang.
To allow our bodies to acclimate to the higher altitude, we will take a break today at Manang. you can take a journey to either Gangapurna Lake or Bhojo Gumba to keep yourself delighted while you get used to the surroundings. Additionally, if you want to explore Ice Lake or the Milarepa cave, you must prolong your day in Manang for acclimatization. After completing any of the journey you will come to Manang for an overnight stay.
The trekking trail now begins ascending above Thorung La from Manang village. First, a stream is crossed before the route climbs to Tengi and it goes further up to Marshyangdi Valley crossing a village named Gunsang. From here, you'll cross a significant stream that originates in Chulu West and runs into Gundang. Likewise, you will continue on the route via an old Mani wall to reach a lovely meadow. From here, by doing a short ascent and a walk on the flat path, you will reach Ladar where you will be spending your night at the lodge.
The route will continue to ascend from the eastern side of the Jorsang Khola as you continue your trek from Ledar. The route will carry on ascending from the east bank of the Jorsang Khola as it continues from Ledar. After a short distance of walking, the route drops and crosses a river through a bridge of wood. Finally, the route then takes a narrow path on an unstable slope path before reaching Thorong Phedi. Overnight at the lodge in Thorong Phedi.
Today is gonna be one of the hard days for you as you'll be moving around for more than 8 hours. You must be also aware that you may have to pass through challenging conditions along the route. Finally, after the hard journey, you will reach Thorong la Pass where you will be welcomed by the astounding views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Mustang Himal, Annapurna II, III, and Gangapurna mountain range. After taking in the scenery from this pass, we will descend another 1600 meters and get to Muktinath. Overnight at the lodge in Muktinath.
We will descend 200 meters from Muktinath to the valley of the Kaligandaki River. Here we halt for a little while in Ekle Bhatti, where we'll find several teahouses. Continuing on we will make our way towards Jomsom, which is the headquarters of the Mustang district. Finally, after exploring the town here, you will make your way toward Marpha which will take you nearly two hours. Here you can try the special apple products like cider and juices which are made locally in this village. Overnight at the lodge in Marpha.
Today's hike drops swiftly through forests to Ghasa, a Thakali town that is strongly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. The first part of the trek goes through the flat level until Kalopani. Then after, the trail drops down steeply to the village of Ghasa. Many of the trekkers who arrive here enjoy the views of the birds and the mountains. The amazing views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Tukuche peaks never fail to astound the trekkers at this spot. Overnight at the lodge in Ghasa.
Today we will start with a steep descent towards Rukse waterfall. Also here you will find the deepest gorge in the world between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. This will be quite interesting to watch for the trekkers. After exploring this area for a bit you will make your way upwards to Tatopani by passing through several villages. Here at Tatopani, you will bathe in hot spring water, which gives you various health benefits. Overnight at the lodge in Tatopani.
Today you will pass on through the flat surfaces for a while. Then after you will go upwards for at least an hour and pass through different villages and farmlands. By taking this route, you may ascend the trail slowly and pass through several settlements like Phalate and Chitre and finally to Ghorepani village. Here in this village, we stay overnight so that we can be ready to go on a morning trip to Poon Hill.
An early morning hike to Poonhill from Ghorepani would take us 1 hour. After reaching this ultimate viewing point you will get to enjoy the beautiful sunrise views of the lovely mountains like - Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhare, Lamjung Himal and many others. Finally, clicking pictures and enjoying the moment here you will soon descend to Ghorepani to have breakfast.
As soon as you complete your breakfast, you will be all set to make your way back to Nayapul and end your trekking journey. Normally it would take you 6 hours of walking to reach Nayapul from Ghorepani. Then from Nayapul, you will take on thorough drive and reach Pokhara within an hour. After reaching Pokhara, we'll transport you to the proper hotel and you can enjoy the remainder of your time here resting.
Today, after a leisurely breakfast in Pokhara, you'll travel through a lovely route to Kathmandu. You can also take a flight option to Kathmandu which would take you only half an hour to reach. With a driving option, it will take you nearly 7 hours as you will be heading up through Damauli, Dumre, and Muglin which are the famous stop points. And finally, from Naubise you come up to Thankot and eventually to Kathmandu. We will take you to the selected hotel when you arrive so you can relax for a bit before seeing the city later in the day. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
As your trip to the Manaslu and Annapurna circuit draws to a conclusion today, you will bid this wonderful alpine nation your last farewell. Today is a very difficult day for us to say goodbye to you after spending an unbelievable and wonderful week in the mountains with you. Around three hours before your flight, an AME Trekking representative will take you to the airport bid you goodbye, and wish you all the best for your journey. We truly believe that once you return home, you'll think about visiting Nepal once more. Till then, keep yourself safe!
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The Manaslu and Annapurna Circuit Trek is generally planned as a Moderate trek in Nepal, with route pacing, altitude gain, and overnight stops shaped around the published itinerary. If you want a lighter or more private pace, our team can usually customize the plan.
You should plan around 27 days for the full trek, including the published route flow, acclimatization needs, and arrival-to-departure logistics. If you need extra buffer days for weather or private extensions, we can map that out before booking.
This journey reaches around 5416 and is usually best enjoyed in March-May September -December. Trail conditions in Nepal can change quickly with weather, so we recommend preparing for cool mornings, layered clothing, and flexible mountain timing.
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"Several months ago, a friend of mine came back from world-round-trip and said, “A.B.C trekking is what you cannot see in any other places but Nepal”, and excitingly showed me a lot of incredibly beautiful pictures from t..."
"Several months ago, a friend of mine came back from world-round-trip and said, “A.B.C trekking is what you cannot see in any other places but Nepal”, and excitingly showed me a lot of incredibly beautiful pictures from the mountain and the country, Nepal. The story he shared caught my heart and strongly made me want to visit this country. And now, I also strongly recommend this adventure into wild nature. This is the reason why I am here, coming back from 10days Annapurna base camp(A.B.C) to write a review for one of the best agency (Adventure Mountain Explore Treks & Expedition P. Ltd) in Kathmandu and for you. What I have found during this trip is that this trip is therapeutic, educational, and exciting. First of all, in the mountain area, there are no such things as mobile, familiar TV show, disturbing noise, and annoying friends. You are literally surrounded by nature and all you can trust is your guide and your heart. You also have much free time in the mountain, which makes you think a lot about your future. Second, trekking is educational. You may see a various people from around the world as well as local people. This, I believe, is the best way of getting to know each other, as you will see them again and again during the trail. Exchanging their personal story and back ground helps you grow your personality as well. Third, it is exciting. There is no question about it. When I saw the panorama view from A.B.C, I got so excited that I could not take my camera away (I am sure I took more than 100 pictures and video there). That was defiantly worth it. Now, I am going to share a bit about my trekking partner, my guide, Lok Bhatta. He is friendly guy. He is not only experienced guide, but he knows how he can entertain us during the whole trip. His caring and his humor take up my good memory of trip. Since Lok and I spent 11days together, it is no wonder we became a best friends. Also he persistently looks after me. When I wanted him to take pictures, he always s..."
"My mother and I arrived in Kathmandu with just 2 days to prepare for a trek around Annapurna Circuit. We feel very lucky to have met Mr. Tika Regmi and through Adventure Mountain Explore treks we were able to hire a port..."
"My mother and I arrived in Kathmandu with just 2 days to prepare for a trek around Annapurna Circuit. We feel very lucky to have met Mr. Tika Regmi and through Adventure Mountain Explore treks we were able to hire a porter-guide to facilitate exactly the kind of trek we wanted, a self-directed trek with Nepali assistance. Our porter-guide Sujan was a trusted and integral part of our little trekking party. He was very knowledgeable about the route, its hotels and side trips, and he even introduced us to local people and gave us interactions with local Nepalese that we could not have experienced on our own, like a tea in the home of a local family! We couldn’t be any more pleased with our trek. Shanna Simmons 1152 Crescent Avenue Klamath Falls, OR 97601 USA shannasimmons@hotmail.com"
"Urspruenglich hatten meine Freundin und ich geplant, das Annapurna Base Camp in Angriff zu nehmen, doch Tika Regmi, Direktor von Adventure Mountain Explore hat uns den Langtang Trek empfohlen. Es war definitive eine gute..."
"Urspruenglich hatten meine Freundin und ich geplant, das Annapurna Base Camp in Angriff zu nehmen, doch Tika Regmi, Direktor von Adventure Mountain Explore hat uns den Langtang Trek empfohlen. Es war definitive eine gute Entscheidung, in eine der weniger frequentierten Gegenden Nepals zu gehen, wo sich die Anzahl der Touristen in Grenzen haelt. Das Langtang Tal bietet sowohl eine beeindruckende Bergwelt als auch urspruengliche Doerfer und somit einen Einblick in die Lebensweise der Tamang. Der Hoehepunkt unserer 8 taegigen Tour war der Aufstieg auf den 4984 Meter hohen Tsergo Ri, der eine atemberaubende Panoramasicht auf weisse Bergriesen bietet. Auf Empfehlung der Company haben wir einen Guide und einen Traeger gebucht. Beide waren ausserst zuvorkommend und freundlich, stets hilfsbereit und ortskundig. Durch sie bekamen wir nicht nur tatkraeftige Unterstuetzung beim Tragen und Pfadfinden sondern auch Kontakt zu den Einheimischen sowie Einsicht in Kultur und Braeuche. Rico Grass & Tiziana Margelist 8050 Zuerich, Switzerlanda rchico7@hotmail.com"
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"Thanks Tika We arrived in Kathmandu on November 4, 2011 with hopes to do the Annapurna Circuit Trek to Muktinah. We had no firm guide or porters arranged as yet but were lucky to stay at the Blue Horizon Hotel in Thamel..."
"Thanks Tika We arrived in Kathmandu on November 4, 2011 with hopes to do the Annapurna Circuit Trek to Muktinah. We had no firm guide or porters arranged as yet but were lucky to stay at the Blue Horizon Hotel in Thamel where we met Tika Regmi at the Hotel Blue Horizon. Tika is the director of Adventure Mountain Explore which wa located across the street. With Tika's expert help, our trek was arranged with an extraordinary guide, Sittal "Hom" Simkhada and two equally adept porters, Santosh Uperkoti and Sanjeep. Sittal knew the trail very well having done it more than 25 times. He provided information and insights about each peak and landmark along the way. He guided us up and down with care and confidence, setting a good pace that worked for each of us, our ages being 69, 67, and 30 years old. Sittal also got us to our teahouse rooms promptly and made sure we got our meals on time. We never had to ask for service; it was always provided with a smile. We enjoyed the camaraderie or our guide and porters and spent time playing cards together and exchanging stories. Clearly Sittal loved what he was doing and was experienced with every aspect of being a guide. When our daughter became ill along the way in Manang, Sittal conferred with Tika and we took an extra day to make sure all was well before continuing. There was no pressure to move on before we felt ready. When we reached the summit at Thorang la Pass we all celebrated together. It was a group achievement as well as a personal one for each of us. We are pleased to recommend Tika Regni as trek organizer and Sittal Simkhada as guide with our highest esteem and respect. Sincerely, Bob, Linda and Laura Bekes Robert Bekes Dept. of Mathematics and C.S. Santa Clara University Phone: (408) 554-4883 Fax: (408) 554-2370 rbekes@scu.edu"
