Annapurna Circuit Trek, Nepal

Comprehensive Route Breakdown, Itinerary & Permit Guidance.

Helicopter in to Chame and Flight Out from Pokhara

Altitude Junkies (P) Ltd. offer one of the most cost-effective full-service trip to Nepalese Himalaya.

Experience the Annapurna Circuit in a more comfortable and time-efficient way, beginning with a scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu directly to Chame. From Chame, we trek through the spectacular Manang Valley, surrounded by dramatic Himalayan peaks, while staying in carefully selected comfortable lodges along the route. The itinerary allows for gradual acclimatization and a relaxed pace, with time to enjoy the landscapes, villages, culture, and mountain scenery. After crossing the Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), we descend toward Muktinath and continue through the Mustang region before completing the journey with a flight to pokhara and then back to Kathmandu.

Leadership

A seasoned veteran trekking guide with multiple trips to Manaslu region will assist a trekkers during this Trek.

Helicopters

We utilize helicopters from Kathmandu flying to chame avoiding 9 hours bumpy ride.

The Route to Thorang Pass

After arriving at Chame by helicopter from Kathmandu, we will begin our trek through the spectacular Annapurna Circuit. Each evening, we will stay in the best available teahouse lodges along the route, with our staff overseeing food preparation to ensure good-quality meals throughout the trek.
The trail follows the Marsyangdi Valley through traditional mountain villages and diverse Himalayan landscapes, gradually ascending toward the high alpine region. We will take appropriate time for acclimatization before crossing the Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), the highest point of the journey.
After crossing Thorong La, we descend through Muktinath and drive to jomsom into the Mustang region, following the Kali Gandaki Valley. From Jomsom, we will take a scenic flight to Pokhara, followed by a connecting flight to Kathmandu, completing the Annapurna Circuit.

The Route

• Your journey begins with a scenic helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Chame (2,710 m), bypassing the long road journey and allowing you to begin the trek directly in the heart of the Annapurna region.
• From Chame, the trail follows the Marsyangdi Valley through forests, waterfalls, dramatic mountain scenery and traditional villages, continuing toward Pisang and Manang. As you gain altitude, the landscape gradually changes from pine forests to the rugged alpine terrain of the upper Manang Valley.
• We spend time in Manang (3,540 m) for acclimatization, with an opportunity to explore the village and surrounding Himalayan landscape. The area offers spectacular views of Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Gangapurna and Tilicho Peak.
• From Manang, the trail continues through Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,450 m) or Thorong High Camp (4,850 m), the final preparation point before crossing the high pass.
• The highlight of the journey is the crossing of Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), one of the highest trekking passes in Nepal. From the pass, the trail descends steeply toward Muktinath (3,800 m), an important pilgrimage site with spectacular views of the surrounding Mustang landscape.
• From Muktinath, we continue through Kagbeni, an ancient village at the entrance to Upper Mustang, before following the Kali Gandaki Valley toward Jomsom.
• From Jomsom (2,720 m), we take a scenic flight to Pokhara, enjoying views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges along the way. From Pokhara, we continue by flight to Kathmandu, completing our Annapurna Circuit journey.
• Route: Kathmandu → Chame → Pisang → Manang → Yak Kharka → Thorong Phedi / High Camp → Thorong La Pass → Muktinath → Kagbeni → Jomsom → Pokhara → Kathmandu.

Trek Itinerary

Gears and Equipments

Insurance

Trekkers are required to have evacuation and medical insurance and we recommend using Global Rescue

Cost Includes

• Twin Sharing accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu as per itinerary
• Sightseeing of Kathmandu, including guide and entrance fees.
• All ground transfers are as mentioned in the itinerary on private vehicles
• Helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Chame as per itinerary
• Flight from Joomsom to pokhara and from Pokhara to Kathmandu as per itinerary
• All meals (B, L, D) on OPEN/CHOICE Menu whilst on the trek with tea & coffee.
• Experienced local trek leader with a 1:4 assistant guide-to-client ratio
• Full support crew with one porter for every two trekkers
• Guides and porters salary, Insurance, food and accommodation through out the trip
• Guide and porter transportation
• All required permit for trek.
• Comprehensive first aid kit with oxygen mask and regulator.
• AJ Duffel bag, hat, T-shirt and Sleeping bag (Sleeping bag must be returned after completion of trek)

Cost Excludes

• Airfare to and from Nepal
• Meals and drinks in Kathmandu
• Alcoholic beverages in Kathmandu
• Bottled beverages, showers and snack food on trek
• Nepal visa costs
• Evacuation costs, medical and rescue insurance
• Personal climbing clothing and equipment
• Personal Puja contribution

Altitude Junkies (P) Ltd. does not allow any solo climbing above base camp on any of our expeditions.